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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1912
Page
12
The mayor rejects a proposed meter ordinance citing council passage irregularities and urges stronger enforcement of current rules to curb water waste. The measure would affect property owners and renters, with projected costs around 390000 to 340000 and possible use of second hand meters.
The article argues the homestead law was meant to aid settlers without real estate who would farm and live on the land. It laments restrictions that convert a 160 acre entry into a rich man’s venture, citing a family facing dust, heat, and desert clearing as they struggle toward ownership and home.
The note recalls Mori Proop and Havemeyer forming a sugar trust in 1887 by uniting seventeen firms under a fifty million capitalization, with twenty million taken by principals. It also cites a congressional investigation and remarks on tariff policy affecting consumers and sugar and coal prices, mentioning Warren Mondell and public concern over price fighting and producer profits.
The piece squares off against the Senate Lorimer and Stephenson cases, noting Wyoming Senators Clark and Warren and the split among Republicans. It contrasts progressive lawmakers with machine-aligned members, condemning the Wyoming duo and lamenting the cost of federal favors for no real gains.
The Wisconsin State Journal notes Panamanian work by Uncle Sam’s railroad and canal builder as evidence a move to Alaska for a government rail network is feasible. It urges shifting coal routes to the seaboard and opening the Northland to settlement, with President backing the policy.
The large packers trial ends amid public disappointment with the verdict. A Wisconsin Journal editorial argues government business relations must be readied, praising regulation over disruption and noting the Sherman Act’s limits against modern trusts.
A Total merchant argues in favor of regular persistent advertising for small town retailers. He cites printer's ink as key to attracting customers, warns that without publicity people will turn to city merchants or mail order, and urges clear attractive layouts and consistent pricing to compete.
A Golden Prairie Herald report details hay shipments to Heath Colorado by Mr Beall and widespread preparations for plowing with steam equipment. Farmers anticipate a big sod turnover and alfalfa expansion led by Herman Price and Lou Heitzig. Moist ground will delay work a couple weeks as wheat fields promise strong growth and real estate actors eye listings. DLan C. 8. Gilmore contemplates staying locally for cattle profits rather than a California jewelry venture.
Cheyenne man known as Big Dick is duped by a counterfeit love note promising a rendezvous at a cafe. He waits thirty minutes then grows suspicious as no partner appears. A friend reveals the ruse and the plot unravels amid gossip and laughter in town.
R B Halter of Kelly Mercantiles Cheyenne and Michael McClosky Cheyenne visited Burns last week. They express optimism about their banana plantation near Chugwater and say they own thousands of acres of pineapples and other tropical fruit and will begin threshing soon. Halter is described as not a drinking man.
A lighthearted scene unfolds as Dick reacts to a prank note. Laughter erupts when the faker is exposed and the moment ends with Dick perceiving himself as a minor figure in the humorous ruse.
A Bronx woman reports lung trouble relief after taking Vinci cod liver and iron remedy. She says headaches disappeared and strength improved, claiming Vinci boosts appetite and digestion while enriching blood. Druggist Roedel offers money back if no benefit.
All dog owners without a current 1912 license must obtain one immediately or risk seizure by the dog catcher. Fees are $1.50 for mate dogs and $5.00 for terriers. Chief of Police warning.
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