War Dept seeks funds to expand Rock Island field artillery work
The Secretary of War asks supplemental funds of 250000 to boost Rock Island arsenal capacity for field artillery through June 30, 1913. With a 600000 small arms appropriation, 100000 fewer than requested, Rock Island would shift work to Springfield, risking 200 Rock Island employees and higher contract costs if not funded.
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Secretary of War
War Department
Rock Island
Army
Rock Inland Arsenal
Springfield, Mass
Springfield Armory
Rock
Cody Sees Riches in Oil and Beets in the West
William Cody, aka Buffalo Bill, maps out a vast western expansion plan, announcing five standard oil drills into Wyoming, a $1,000,000 annual spend, and beet sugar ventures in the Shoshone region. He proclaims Denver’s growth, links Wyoming prosperity to Colorado, and vows a grand show while pursuing land deals and mining ventures for lasting fortune.
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Weaver
Great Northwest
William Cody
Cody
Wyoming
Czar
Russia
Acre
Union
Noah
Colorado
Denver
Bernhardt
France
Harrisburg
Buffalo Bill
William
Wall Street Way
Theodore
Sagamore
Agen
Gateway to a richer country by clear hat
A fragment speaks of a clear hat opening a gateway to a wealthier land, contrasting it with the fantasies of a famed Orient figure. It presents a metaphorical vision rather than a reported event.
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Solomon
Land policy sparks U S farmers to flee to Canada
The State Press Letter argues US land policy drives farmers to Canada where liberal laws and help for settlers prevail. It cites 1911 numbers, contrasts conditions, and criticizes Washington officials and a “special agent” system. It also notes Park County voters seek an independent commissioner, not a figurehead, per the Park County Enterprise.
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Land Department
Washington
United States
Canada
Washington, D. C
Douglas Enterprise
Herald
Walter Kepford
Enterprise
Ohio
Park County
Kepford
Walls, Lantry
Russell
Park County Enterprise
Sheridan Hosts Wyoming Livestock Association Convention
Sheridan's hospitality earns praise as the Wyoming Livestock Association, with about 1000 members, praises the town for its progressive spirit and welcomes visitors back to their home communities. The motto we can we will underscored a successful stockmen convention display.
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Sheridan
Wyoming
Wyoming Livestock Association
Sheridan Enterprise
Roosevelt Speech Flayed Taft Draws Late Tribune Coverage
Cheyenne Tribune prints partial report of Roosevelt tirade against Taft and the courts, a week after Leader published the speech in full. Inside page concealment noted as a subscriber demand for real news.
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Cheyenne Tribune
Roosevelt
Taft
The
Leader
Tribune
Park County Enterprise
Hogs Prove Profitable In Wyoming With Irrigation Alfalfa
Wyoming hog production shown as profitable where irrigation supports alfalfa grazing. Governor Carey has long raised hogs at Careyhurat ranch. A Casper sale of five hogs brought 152 dollars, about 30 each, illustrating local demand. A Greybull shipment to South Omaha indicates northern Wyoming can profit from hogs.
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Wyoming
Carey
Careyhurat
Brooks
Casper
Greybull
Omaha
Inawing
Big Horn
Wyomilng
Nebraska
Buffalo firm ships hogs to Omaha boosting market
A Buffalo firm shipped a cartoad hogs to Omaha and encouraged others to join, aiming to boost hog production. The note predicts Wyoming could rival its cattle and sheep fame in a few years, per Glen Rock Review.
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Buffalo
Omaha
Wyoming
Glenrock Review
La Follette Attacks Standpatters in Omaha Address
Wisconsin senator Robert M La Follette wrapped a fourteen hour day with a speech in Omaha where he praised Taft and Roosevelt while labeling them standpatters He repeated most of his Lincoln remarks and warned that he is viewed as a dangerous man by his opponents in the campaign
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Omaha
Neb
D D D eczema remedy advertised at Palace Pharmacy
An advertisement extols D D D Pre corte for eczema claiming instant itch relief and a full night’s sleep with a money back guarantee. The copy urges buyers to avoid substitutes and promises proven results at Palace Pharmacy.
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Palace Pharmacy
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Nagel
Kopald’s
Capitol Avenue
F. Cody
Columbia Grafonda
LA Follette
Sue
Carr’s
Spot Cash Grocery
20Th
Thames Street
Cheyenne
the Sample Jewelry Store
Capitol Ave
Trugkey
Capitol Avenue Theatre
H. Nathan
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