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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1912
Page
4
The piece notes four years of gradual financial tightening since 1907 panic fears. It cites reduced credit excess and a more conservative balance in production and demand. It highlights a political year as a source of timidity and a cautious path forward through tariff, antitrust, and trust reform while aiming to curb large combinations.
The text argues that larger half and full section homesteads enable mixed farming and stock raising in Wyoming's semi arid lands. It promotes forage crops, silage feeding, and livestock resilience. It notes grazing land can be farmed for forage and favors 640 to 1230 acre homesteads while open ranges persist in foothills and mountains.
A Cheyenne writer argues the city must back local manufacturing to grow. Merchants often buy foreign goods while promoting local factories, a cycle that stifles home products. Cheyenne should encourage existing home industries and attract new firms to outpace Laramie.
The piece enthuses about Wyoming’s winter weather easing into balmy, sunny days with dry roads. It portrays cattle and sheep stock thriving on brown grass, buoys farmer hopes for bumper crops, and range snows feeding future pasture. It stresses golden opportunities and strong prices ahead.
John B. Osborn of Wyoming has been appointed as a member of the committee on arrangements for the Democratic National Convention. The report praises his ability and state service and predicts a Democratic victory for Wyoming this year as the party expands its press presence.
The City of Cheyenne seeks supplies in larger quantities via competitive bids. Tribune notes municipal efficiency and warns against over-purchasing to fit campaign narratives. Mayor Breanahen urges council support amid bid discussions.
Hank Hankins extols Senator Warren for a letter to Bill Deming praising publication and influence. He notes Lorimer’s stance, mocks Democrat critics, and credits Warren with pressuring McGill on sheep tax relief. He remarks Warren’s Washington tactics and mocks progressives while praising machine politics.
A nostalgic verse recounts three wedding scenes with Lillian Russell as the blushing bride in youth a grand figure in middle age and a deathless symbol in later years the narrator Walt Mason laments aging and longs to see the star again.
Poem argues thoughts shape future, critiquing creeds and church authority. It urges personal awakening, inner Christ, and freedom from fear and belief, praising self-knowledge and love over dogma.
A Board of Inquiry at North Platte 1912 determined U P observation car 801 derailment on train No 18 near Sutherland was due to a overheated journal. The report found the car inspected at Sidney and Julesburg and the train crew had taken precautions. no passengers or employees were injured.
A strikers dance is scheduled for Friday evening at Kefih Hall on January 26. The event invites members to gather for entertainment and socializing in a community venue.
A limited supply of fat young dressed turkeys is offered at the Washington Market. Call Phone 19 a6 for details and availability.
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