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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1912
Page
12
Des Moines chief of police reports that Des Moines abandoned segregated prostitution and saw a 90 percent drop in related injuries and a 75 percent fall in complaints. The Leader quotes letters arguing the change kept crime out of suburbs and reduced city profits from vice.
The article argues that self-government and housing aside, the core issue is how delegates are elected. It states that legally elected delegates do not reflect the voters and that primary laws deny the common people real participation. It predicts party reforms or forced changes by 1916, citing Collier’s Weekly June 23.
Henry Clews advocates a constitutional reform proposing a six year term option or a five year single term with the ex president serving as an independent U S Senator for five years. He suggests a dignified Washington residence and notes the nation should avoid future presidential campaigning by an outgoing leader.
The July condition reports show progress in crops with better averages expected. Wheat harvests begin and cotton prospects remain favorable for a large, profitable crop. Corn lags but a stretch of hot weather could offset delays, while stock market activity and a large July dividend flow influence investments.
The plains of Wyoming are aflower with roses larkspurs blue bells and many more in vast bands of pink blue and white. Eastern visitors enjoy the vivid colors and green Wyoming scenery as spring graces the prairies with vibrant blooms.
Hank complains about tepid support for Taft, noting lack of enthusiasm among local supporters. He recounts hoped rallies and a unity plan with Warn and Roosevelt figures, but supporters insist on backing a progressive candidate.
A male voice claims Taft would have voted for Roosevelt if not for Wisconsin veterans instructions and accuses Mundell and Warn of inflating wheat figures in Wisconsin. The note asserts grain production figures are false and references a Washington office book and Barrow as verification.
The article argues for a constructive Fourth of July program balancing patriotism with safety. It notes current costs and injuries, advocates limiting fireworks rather than prohibiting them, and suggests parades, costumes, and communal funds to fund coordinated displays. It urges adult and youth cooperation for a dignified, safe celebration.
A series of 7 16 dated notices announce candidacies for sheriff road supervisor county clerk and an independent sheriff bid from Thomas F Talbot. Frank B Roach Edward G Schoebl Corson W Slingerland Richard Grace and others seek Democratic nominations for August primaries in Laramie County Wyoming.
The Cheyenne city ordinance prohibits giving away or selling toy cartridges and similar items containing powder except on July third or fourth each year. Section 418 bans base barter or use of toy pistols dynamite torpedoes or dynamite with penalties from $10 to $100 fine.
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