Public protest over congressmen’s campaign speeches in records
The Billings Gazette urges that Mondell Norris and Mumphreys stop using congressional time for campaign rhetoric not tied to pending legislation. It argues lawmakers have no right to drag politics into the house record and calls for strict enforcement of rules limiting floor discussion to legislative matters.
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Mendel
Wyoming
Norria
NeDeneka
Humphreys
Waoehington
Messrs
Mondell
Norris
Mumphreys
Congress
Republican Party
Taft
Chicago
Privte
Roosevelt
Nebraska
Ns Congress
Cco
Billings
Mont
Guzette
Progressive tide drives reform in national politics this fall
The piece denounces the Republican machine led by Big Business and calls for a shift to progressive Republicans and Democrats. It argues tariffs hurt the poor, that trust stocks grew under tariff laws, and that Taft's administration serves the rich while the people suffer. It urges electing a progressive president, Senate, and House this fall.
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Rpublican
Taft
Senate
House of Representatives
Union Pacific Centers Cheyenne Wyoming Operations in Growth
The Union Pacific selects Cheyenne as a permanent rail hub signaling a business oriented future. Officials cite Cheyenne’s junction of key lines to Denver and the anticipated Gulf route as boosting local traffic from Laramie County agricultural growth. Cheyenne shops and division offices solidify the city’s status beyond political influence, aligning with economic development and regional commerce. The piece also notes progress among progressive Republicans backing Taft, with names like Cummins and Wanamaker mentioned and hints at La Follette’s possible support.
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Cheyenne
Wyoming
Denver
Harriman
Laramie County
Jeffers
Union Pacific Railway
Costs of living and farmer prices cited by Senator Gardner
Senator Obadiah Gardner of Maine cites official figures showing farmers received 6 billion for their products while consumers paid 13 billion. He argues 7 billion added through transportation and distribution costs, noting grocers pay express rates while railroads delay shipments, a burden he says Will awaken voters to high transport costs.
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Obadiah Gardner
Maine
Madison
Wisconsinn State Journal
McComas Seeks County Commissioner Seat in Laramie
W B McComas of Golden Prairie announced his candidacy for the two year term as county commissioner of Laramie County on the Democratic ticket. A four year Wyoming settler, he came from Marysville Missouri and is a native of Ohio. He is a farmer stockraiser and former teacher who entered politics at farmers’ urging and has no opposition for the term.
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TB. McComas
Golden Prairie
Laramie County
Mr. McComas
Wyoming
Marysville
Missouri
Ohio
Normal School
Lebanon
Laramie
Clean Politics and Campaign Fund Integrity
A Boston Common editorial urges clean campaign funding with contributions from honest voters and personal effort. It calls for eliminating tainted money and supporting a clean candidate in a restructured party landscape after the Chicago and Baltimore meetings.
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Boston Common
Wilson
Odd Freemason slang and conspiracy tone in local diary entry
A garbled diary fragment describes secret society rituals with coded grips and passwords, naming figures like Taft and Warn and alleging degrees granting political favors and control over resources. The text mixes mock ceremony with bold claims about pay roles and Alaska mines.
Maud Muller Potatoes and a Marriage Proposal
In a playful rural scene Maud Muller noses through potato plants while debating love with a suitor. A jester judge mocks the game as she notes his proposal and plans for a future wedding if reforms pass. A local advertisement for Haneton's Special Ice Cream and Cold Drinks follows.
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Maud Muller
The Only Key in a Suffrage Exchange
A political speaker asks where to find an instrument that is fitting delicate adjustable and popular enough to unlock every state department for the people's benefit. An enthusiastic suffragist in the audience shouts Tha Interpin.
Devil's Tower Gains National Monument Status in Wyoming
The Devil's Tower in northern Wyoming becomes a national monument under the 1906 act preserving American antiquities. The 1,000 acre site rises 1,250 feet as a lone rock in the plains, with Sioux Cheyenne and Crow legends surrounding its summit and ascent. Visits are rare due to distance from rail, but an official expedition may add stairs or ladders to reach the top in coming years.
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United States
Wyoming
Devil's Tower
Devil's Tower Monument
General Land Office
Cheyenne
Sundance
Chace
Indiana
Chayennes
Otas
Crow Agency
Plaine
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