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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
8
A Wyoming Tribune editorial lauds state land sales as the start of a new era in agriculture. It argues competitive bidding, growing farming, and mixed operations will drive immigration, feedstock, and creamery development across the state, with silos and creameries expanding statewide.
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs overruled a ban on political questions to endorse equal suffrage, a move deemed more impactful than Illinois court approval of voting rights for office elections. The World notes clubs’ historic influence and predicts wider agitation and progress for the suffrage movement.
President Wilson accuses business interests of opposing anti trust measures and asserts he can prove the organized effort. Hearings later exposed the lobby and confirmed his charges, while he accepts legitimate opposition but condemns underhanded tactics aimed at shaping public opinion.
Public opinion will support the president as he unveils a new push for antitrust laws, with lobbyists routed and passage expected of every measure he favors.
Public sentiment agrees with Supreme Court reasoning that the Interstate Commerce Commission can regulate intrastate railroad rates when they affect interstate commerce. The article argues for a single national framework to settle transportation issues, clarifying rights for railroads and the traveling public and affirming Congress's constitutional power.
Three prominent South American ministers at Niagara Falls seek to restore peace in Mexico and rehabilitate a nation, promoting development and progress. They are more than mediators, seen as evangelists of civilization guiding hemispheric pacification with U.S. support.
Casper Daily News argues that the next Wyoming legislature will include many Progressive members as rail and freight rates sway voters. It notes four cents per mile for Wyoming passenger traffic versus two cents across the Nebraska line, and claims high freight costs stem from machine politics and a "people be damned" policy.
Twenty four countries already join the movement as wireless telegraphy pushes unification of world time. The text ties the effort to binding the world and links it to a broader aim of global cooperation.
The text argues aviation should signal human dominion over nature, not sport. It predicts the Porte project may shift national views on aviation. It also notes King George is aware of Britain's suffragette movement, suggesting broader social awareness.
The Fort Collins Courier laments Adam's missteps for causing widespread trouble and expense. The item mentions warnings about swatting files, a stray reference to Adan's arc, and credits Noah with the first summer resort houseboat.
Sam M. Thompson announces his bid for reelection as county and prosecuting attorney of Laramie County. He objects to nomination by the Democratic party in the forthcoming primary election.
Listing describes a 1200 acre deeded cattle ranch on the Laramie River in Larimer County with one section of school land leased, unlimited outside range, 600 acres of irrigated land, and modern improvements. Interested buyers directed to T Woods Fort Collins Colorado RR No 3 19.
Fraternal hall hosts a card party in the small room and a dance in the large room Friday night. Miss Cahill’s Orchestra will provide the music for the event organized by the Ladies of the Maccabees.
The United States Land Office Cheyenne lists settlers Nena Smith Percy Goggin and others filing three year proof on July 27 1914 for multiple entries in townships 16 N range 66 67 W with witnesses named. followed by foreclosure notice for Laura Hurley mortgage to Helen Railsback later assigned to John H Conway detailing default and sale of mortgaged premises in Laramie County Wyoming.
The sheriff will sell at public auction in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the property described as part of lot one in block 350, Cheyenne, to satisfy a debt of 2760 dollars on a note and mortgage. The sale occurs July 26, 1914, at 11:00 a.m. at the county courthouse front door. John H. Conway is the mortgagee.
The Commissioner of Public Lands will sell at public auction on the ord day of July 1914 at 1 PM at the front door of the courthouse in Cheyenne Laramie county Wyoming the following school lands: All of section 16 township 13N range 64W containing 640 acres AP 1457 with appraised value 13 83 per acre and minimum bid not less than three fourths of valuation or $10 per acre. terms require at least 10 percent cash at sale.
The notice states lands offered by the State Board of School Land Commissioners with four percent annual interest on deferred balance, option to pay full price at sale, purchaser bears costs, improvements priced by appraisal, and the board may reject bids. Signed by President Joseph M. Carby and Commissioner G. Hopkin on June 3, 1914.
Notice of intention to make final three-year proof for two homestead entries in Cheyenne Wyoming. Margerite K Geary and Harry H Smith listed with serial numbers and land specifics. Witnesses include Bush Fallon Roedel Lena Bush Needham Waddill Grier Pierson. Proceedings set for July 28 1914 before U S Land Office officials.
Cheyenne Wyoming May 16 1914 settlers filed notice of intention to locate on June 25 1914 John D Briney for homestead entry serial 06166 W2 22 T15N R65W 6th P M witnesses Charles T Child Glenwood Marpel B D Vandsant and D J Hudson Pred N Briney for homestead entry serial 06244 D 22 T15N R65W 6th P M witnesses Glenwood Marpel
B M Goodman and Charlee Child of Glenwood Maypel claim a 8 percent homestead entry Serial No 04975 in township 16 north range 08 west Sixth P.M. with witnesses Freda D. Vandsant John D Brimney and D J Hudson all of eve Wyoming. 794 Hogister brushes The Sherman Oo Sk mtnee
Time cards show arrivals and departures for lines including Overland Limited Extra and Los Angeles Limited, Fast Mail, Atlantic Express, Denver Circo, and Colorado and Southern services with times such as Cheyenne, Portland, and Denver routes. Details include arrivals and departures across Bouth South North and Going South schedules with several 6:xx and 8:xx p.m. slots.
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