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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1912
Page
4
The Leader advocates local seed grain relief funded by community bonds. A Cheyenne merchant suggests a $25,000 bond backed by responsible individuals, to be used to buy seed and sell on notes due in 9 months. Banks would cash the bonds and secure farmers with collateral notes, aiming for state legislative backing via voluntary contributions rather than a special session.
The Cleveland Leader cites improving labor, railcar surpluses shrinking, and rising bank clearings as signs of broader economic strength. It notes positive Wall Street sentiment and Federal receipts, while urging liberal homestead measures and criticizing abuses of the Special Agent Spy system.
The Brooklyn Citizen surveys Wilson’s appeal across the nation, noting strong Democratic backing, progressive yet conservative tendencies, and belief that his leadership could unite the party and broaden appeal if he becomes the presidential nominee. It highlights his character, debating skill, and notable Jersey political achievements as core strengths.
Clarence Arthur Perry of the Russell Sage Foundation suggests teaching social arts alongside arithmetic and history. He envisions extending recreation facilities and using school rooms as dance halls managed by a social director who handles invitations, decoration, and music. He argues manners and morals would be reinforced, guiding children from street amusements to orderly school activities.
The Wyoming Tribune questions The Leader’s claim that Senator Warren backed free hides. It argues Warren’s support centered on tariffs for leather goods while wool mattered more to his constituents, noting no denial of the allegation but highlighting political maneuvering. The piece also mentions Cleveland mayor Newton Baker backing Woodrow Wilson and a displayed automobile in Cheyenne.
State Press comments on potential cheap electric current from Colorado developers via the Cache la Poudre. Laramie may gain a market, but officials urge investigation before entering long contracts and favor eventual municipal power. The piece also notes Wyoming immigration contest entries and invites attendance at fairs to boost homeseeker interest and industry exhibits.
The Borah homestead bill, approved by Congress, imposes a three year residence with five months yearly leave, applies to pre passage entries and special act entries, and envisions final proofs this year. It could patent at least two million acres in Wyoming, enable loan access, and bring lands onto state tax rolls.
The Commissioner of Public Lands will sell by public auction on April 6, 1912 at Cheyenne the northwest quarter of Section 28 Township 17 North Range 61 West 6th P.M. 160 acres at not less than 3/4 of $18,388.13 per acre. Terms include 10 percent cash and balance in 18 annual payments at 4 percent interest. Purchaser pays advertisement costs and may buy improvements at appraised value. State Board may reject any bids.
The district court petitions for divorce allege desertion for over a year and set an April th deadline to answer. Clerk T. J. Fisher notes the action and warns entry of default if unanswered. An advertisement praises Chamberlains Tablets with a testimonial from Darius Downey of Newberg Junction, NB.
A humorous item from New York notes a cabaret crowd reacting to a popular song about a hat in the ring. The spoof recounts a fedora hurled and the crowd singing my hat's in the ring with playful enthusiasm. An advertising blurb promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for digestion and appetite, claiming thousands benefited.
Nonresident Phillip Stewart of Bastlake City Utah is notified that on February 1912 Lydia Stewart has filed an action against him by petition in the Wyoming court awaiting service and response.
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