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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1902
Page
3
The Cheyenne Leader announces E. A. Slack as successor to the Bun Leader. The Cheyenne publication is entered at the port office as second class matter. Subscriptions: Daily Leader one year rates listed. Dated Monday May 19 1902.
The Tribune asserts the state Republican convention freely nominates and allocates offices across counties. It argues caucus or local input guides selections, rejects claims of unfairness, notes population changes in Minta Carbon and Bie Horn counties, and cautions against relying on past apportionment as delegates are reassigned.
The account recalls Judge Groesbeck and a Roosevelt hunting trip to Wyoming in Big Horn valley. Senator Warren cites a 1896 Wyoming result quip about Big Horn county swing, with a judge joking about "the little end" of the Big Horn.
A ravely scenic route to Yellowstone via Cody is urged as a national boon. The Wyoming editors hope the road will be completed by July 20, 1902, enabling tourists to view a seventy mile panorama. Captain Chittenden directs two worker gangs and a large force at Cody, with strong public interest to finish on time.
The Converse County treasurer notes delinquent taxes up to 160 dollars, indicating taxpayers in the county are in fairly comfortable circumstances despite the overdue payments.
The piece praises Republican unity and military service of army and navy, condemns attacks on soldiers and sailors, and urges Democrats to join in support. It labels certain Democratic senators as deluded and seeks national pride in the Philippines conflict.
A New York editorial denounces Allied actions and Filipino guerrillas amid war fervor. It claims swift national support for the army and condemns questionable conduct by a small group in Washington as an example, urging Republican conventions to take a firm stance on the issue.
The Wyoming University students won the oratorical contest against Colorado’s University. Laramie County editors urge residents to compare colleges and favor home institutions if merited, while praising Governor Richards as a capable, honest leader. Delinquent poll tax collection is urged in Albany and other counties.
Charles M. Schwab president of United States Steel announces purchase of Richmond Beach on Staten Island for poor and sick children. The property includes a quarter mile of water front with a grove and high land. Plans call for a large steamer to transport 1500 to 2000 children daily for open air activities and meals during the season with care from charitable organizations.
A fragmented reflection on gender norms covering women aging, marriage, ambition, and charity. It argues men prefer bread and comfort while women face social judgments, claiming love must prove appreciation beyond vanity and that men and society shape female perception.
Robert McClellan defends American conduct in the Philippines, denounces copperhead critics, urges unwavering war policy, praises Dewey and Far Eastern actions, and endorses harsh measures including water cure to defeat native resistance. The piece contrasts past US victories with perceived treachery at home.
The Passenger Department of the C and 8 8 Railway issued a detailed map of the territory from Galveston Texas to Ogden Utah. Copies cost ten cents to cover postage from T B Fisher Denver Colo. Union Pacific Homeseekers rates to California offered with multiple spring dates. Excursion trips limit 16 days one return trip with 21 days for the return. J F Barron advertising.
Notice to creditors and interested parties that administrator John Weber will file a final settlement in the May 1902 term of the district court in Laramie County Wyoming. H. B. Wellnitz is attorney for the administrator.
Notice from American Development company calls for a special meeting of stockholders in Room 4 Delaware block Cheyenne Wyoming on May 30 1002 at 10 am. The action will change the company name to The Wyoming Electric Irrigation Company and extend business to manufacture and use electric plants and appliances for irrigation and other purposes. CRO A CROFFUTT President. If you have a house for lease or rent try The Daily Leader's advertising columns.
Notice to stockholders of Marion Zinc Company to meet in Room 12 Kent block Cheyenne Wyoming at 2 p m on May 1 1902 to consider increasing capital from 200000 to 600000 and authorize trustees to issue bonds up to 100000 C S Knight president also notices in Wyoming district court for the estate of John C Baird and the will probate May 20 1902 and letters of administration for Daniel W Gill.
United States Land Office Cheyenne Wyoming announces filing by William Yates of Phillips County Wyoming for timber land in section 28 township 19 north range 65 west. Yates will present proof May 27 1902 to support timber value over agricultural use before the register and receiver. Adverse claimants must file claims by May 27 1902.
In the estate of Fred Schaefer the administrator will make final settlement at the May term of the district court in Laramie Wyoming. The notice is filed by H E Wellnitz attorney for the administrator as shown, naming Clarence B Richardson as administrator in the estate of Arthur Richardson deceased.
In the estate of Christopher O'Brien deceased the executrix Annie O'Brien will apply for a final settlement at the May term A. D. 1902 in the district court of Laramie County Wyoming.
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