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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1912
Page
12
The piece traces panics of 1893 1897 and 1907 linking them to bank failures and labor strife. It argues political missteps under Republicans worsened crises while praising Woodrow Wilson as restoring confidence and promising the full dinner pail.
The piece urges Democrats and progressive Republicans to nominate themselves for county and state offices. It stresses the new primary system, urges precinct committeemen to present candidates, and instructs on filing petitions with the county clerk by July 20.
The Leader defends its stance against Warren and Mondell in Wyoming politics. It accuses the Tribune of mudslinging and asserts the paper will publish reasons for oppose reelection. It argues public leaders should answer accusations to the voters.
Favorable reports from Wyoming show winter wheat 2 to 3 feet high and heading, with spring grain beginning to head. Drought on city farms eases as farmers cut wild hay and fields stay in good condition. Many teams and gas outfits operate, and soil remains in good shape.
The Denver News quotes Woodrow Wilson on Walter Bagehot, arguing that Bagehot lacks sympathy for the voice of the people and favors an instructed elite. It likens Wilson’s call for wholesale democratic capacity to contemporary debates about who should rule.
A publican party debate laments Taft and Roosevelt rifts with both leaders blamed for ego and weakness. Roosevelt’s bold rhetoric versus Taft’s perceived, tainted nomination drive highlight faction tensions and behind the scenes influence by party leaders.
The piece notes leaders of progressive Republicans and their newspapers declaring support for Wilson and Marshall. It observes that independent voters nationwide show the same trend, signaling broad backing for the ticket across the party and the country.
The campaign for a safe Fourth of July reduced deaths over several years. Data show 315 killed in 1900, 1910 had 191 fatalities, 1911 recorded 57, and the most recent Fourth of July had only 12 deaths nationwide.
A dialect sketch quotes Rank Hankins railing against schoolmasters and political factions. He distrusts teachers, mocks Wilson and Roosevelt, praises Taft, and urges supporting Taft to protect rural livelihoods amid party splits. He predicts consequences if Wilson or Roosevelt win.
Basil Rustler notes the Basin Republican’s move to appoint William H. Taft as the presidential candidate, despite strong pro Roosevelt sentiment. The piece argues Republicans deserting Taft will cripple the party and predicts a hard fall election with a “new deal all round.”
Washington July 9 The contrast between Republican and Democratic platforms is stark with Democrats pledging specific measures. Notable promises include a revenue tariff downward revision and trust prosecutions, direct election of senators, presidential primaries, and campaign finance reforms.
The piece contrasts workers and shirkers in a town, praising daily toil and communal effort. It argues workers gain life satisfaction and contribute to the place’s prosperity while shirkers hinder progress. The message emphasizes positive social duty and optimism for the community’s future.
The text outlines policy aims including river management, flood control, judiciary limits, Philippine independence, Alaska territorial government, support for merchant marine without subsidies, postal expansion, rural delivery, and conservation to protect settlers rights, plus extended civil service and the right to petition for redress of grievances.
The progressive Republicans of Washington oppose a new third party ticket for state and county offices. They urge Progressive candidates to seek the Republican primary line while calling for a state convention to appoint delegates to the Chicago national convention on August 5, arguing Roosevelt won a majority of delegates.
A brief item notes that The State Leader Want Ads acts as the intermediary for transactions at both ends, offering advertisement services at a rate of three lines for twenty five cents each, implying a simple pricing scheme.
Clarence Darrow’s Chicago reputation as a public figure and lawyer is presented to the jury through depositions from jurists and others. The defense plans to read witnesses detailing his truthfulness integrity and standing in the bar of Illinois before any testimony begins.
In the kitchen discussion Mary suggests taking luncheon and dinner at the Inter-Ocean Hotel Cafe. The line hints at a domestic scene centered on meal plans and a social setting.
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