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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1912
Page
4
A column blends humorous musings on church life vaudeville and quirky gadgets with social jests about politicians lovers and crime stories. It notes a portable electric malt device and mentions leap year debates while sharing local humor about theft and a church supper crowd.
The piece discusses powerful bank and trust influence over credit, a street railway fare dispute resolution, and a projected C B Q railroad expansion from Thermopolis to Powder River. It notes a through train to the Gulf, leasing arrangements with Northwestern, and broad regional economic development spanning Casper to Cheyenne and Denver. It also condemns entrenched privilege and calls for reform, citing labor union tensions with Union Pacific.
In the closing months of 1901, prominent figures discuss the danger of giant industrial combinations undermining competition. Senators and speakers challenge monopoly claims, defend free enterprise, and warn that a few trusts control major banks, railroads, and markets, shaping national economic policy.
The Tribune replies to reader questions about the 15 question contest closed January 1. It has no details on money judges or prizes and notes no Leader employees are serving as judges.
The Rawlins Republican notes Burdick will likely decline further sacrifice of business to serve as state chairman and discusses succession. Questions arise about transferring business roles via the land commissioner's office and fee collection for the state veterinarian. The piece suggests Burdick's loss may be the state’s gain.
A Saratoga Sun editorial asserts the state leader will strike back when the Republican press counters Warren charges. It claims The Leader, plus Democratic and Progressive papers, can mount a strong response and turn the campaign in favor of the other side.
A chaotic report notes the Leader's Beven Roosters crewing over a street car settlement yesterday morning. It mentions their fighting spirit and rapid sparring, while warning the nation that a deep cold spell will drive sickness.
Hank Hankins departs for Goose Neck Hollow after an interview with The Tribune editor. He proclaims lifelong Republican faith, claims never to scratch a ticket, and vows to vote for party candidates regardless of identity. He approves amplified spelling and cites Wyoming papers as gospel, then prepares to speak for himself.
The Fort Russell hospital corps lists men under examination for promotion to sergeant including Huellesheim Salisbury Booker Nash Schofield Epley Logsdon Fu sale Turyman and Frey. Sergeant Stevens of Battery F returned home and rumors of a black eye circulate. The reveille car is overcrowded with 62 fares paid yet others left, prompting calls for a larger vehicle. Ice cutting details are arranged with morning and noon shifts for the garrison, and the Ninth Cavalry morning and afternoon detail rosters are noted.
The Cheyenne Industrial Club holds its annual meeting Tuesday evening in club rooms to elect officers. The club reports sound finances after refunding bonds through Wyoming Trust and Bond Company of Cheyenne. The $10,000 mortgage at 6 percent is secured by the club building.
Secretary Pearlstines drafts the annual report for the Industrial Club and the Frontier Committee. The groups plan to meet the club and hold their annual dollar dinner, postponed until after the street car trouble settlement.
If your children suffer from croup watch for the first symptom hoarseness. Take Cham berlain's Cough Remedy as soon as the child becomes hoarse and the attack may be warded off with dealers selling the remedy locally.
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