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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
12
The Leader advocates a Cheyenne Patriot Day in the park on July 4, urging official observance for children and adults. It recommends reading the Declaration, a patriotic band, national songs, and a speaker, with simple costs and wide public joy. The piece challenges skipping the holiday due to Frontier Days and praises public schooling and music to foster patriotism.
Editorial in The Sheridan Post questions Democratic leaders in Wyoming for their record on development and public works. It cites Senator Warren for a dam project and a 20 year homestead bill, arguing real progress comes from settlers and neighboring states, not local representatives.
The article cites population figures showing 101,100,000 Americans under the flag with about 4 million gained through native births and immigration in two peace periods, projecting a total of 105,100,000. It claims the United States surpasses other nations in educated, highly capable citizens and asserts national glory.
The Salt Lake Herald-Republican criticizes William Jennings Bryan with a stern editorial note claiming the public holds him in high esteem across parties. It argues the paper’s remarks offend readers nationwide and may deter Bryan’s esteem rather than advance it.
A biologist’s alleged discovery of longevity sparks debate on living forever. The piece weighs physical longevity against mental fulfillment and the social cost, arguing extended life could worsen loneliness and burden unless life is fully lived.
Ollier's Weekly argues Roosevelt would be the best Democratic rival to Roosevelt in 1912, citing his tariff battle stance and potential to gain national support despite limited early popularity. It notes Wilken or Woodrow Wilson as possible contenders and highlights Princeton press criticisms of progressive reforms.
A fragmented editorial voice laments the clash between Roosevelt and the President and its impact on dignity, laws, and equal opportunity. It argues that exposure of political privilege is needed, warning that epithets cannot dull awareness of the political system.
The New York City board of aldermen debates an ordinance requiring building owners to display a conspicuous plate with the owner’s name to inform the public and city officials about the building’s proprietors. The proposal aims to reveal ownership and accountability for building character.
An odd local item recalls Onion Day in Texas with a patriotic man and his daughter amid humorous talk of weather aiding the Confederate cause. The piece notes Texas yields about three million dollars in onions annually and references a recently celebrated Onion Day in a playful, affectionate tone.
A rambling 1912 letter from Hank Hankins claims land speculators plan to move operations to Canada. He denounces Democrats, boasts of cowman power, and plots to exploit land, finance, and insurance networks to secure a ranching empire. He vows to stay on his Wyoming ranch until the battle ends.
June 14 report accuses the New York Clearing House of wielding control over the nation’s banking system. It links five committee members to a clique of 23 industrial leaders including J. Pierpont Morgan and Vanderlip, alleging vast influence over wealth and finance across the United States.
Richard Delafield, president of the National Park Bank and trustee of the American Surety and Union Trust companies, is regarded as a Morgan man. Walter J. Frew, vice president of the Corn Exchange Bank and director of the Bankers' Trust, is recognized as a Morgan banker.
Dr Carlon of Norfolk Nebraska presents figures on mare sterility and losses from barren mares. He links low foal crops to high corn diets for stallions and to overworked stallions, urging controlled breeding and better feeding to reduce losses and improve foal production.
The text argues that education and practical work are needed to develop draft ability in farm animals. It notes higher sterility in aliong drafts due to lack of exercise and emphasizes training in plowing and wagon work. The piece stresses common-sense farming as essential to cultivate instinct in foals, dams, and offspring.
President Taft signals strong belief in need for a commerce court and predicts he will veto the legislative bill abolishing it. The measure would cut salaries and expenses for federal officials and require a two thirds vote to overcome a veto. French officers report bombing trials from aeroplanes depend on wind conditions and more practice.
A cluster of public notices announces candidacies for county and city posts in Laramie County. Frank Bohnstedt seeks Justice of the Peace in Jayenne, while Peter R. Warlaumont and Willfrid O Leaky announce for Sheriff and County Commissioner. WM. Dunstan and others target Democratic nominations for Sheriff and Prosecuting Attorney.
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