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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1913
Page
1
Cheyenne voters approve commission government by a five to one margin with 955 for and 192 against amid low turnout. Total 1,147 ballots cast, about one third of congress election totals, precincts show uniform support and minimal disturbance. Primary set for October 20 with final ballot on November 4. mayor earns 2480 dollars yearly, commissioners 2000 dollars.
Washington June 24 The administration currency bill will see changes before action in both houses with Glass introducing a similar form in each chamber. Provisions to retire national bank notes and refund 2 percent bonds with 8 percent, later reinstated with administration consent, faced White House objections and Bryan opposition. Democratic and Republican members question the plan to create a new paper currency without withdrawing bank notes. Congress seeks impartial banking experts to gauge public reaction as talks continue with President Wilson at the White House. Rep Lindbergh said the bill reflects broad congressional concern over monetary changes.
Gettysburg Pa June 24 officers at camp headquarters report ample accommodations and rations for veterans attending the battle anniversary next week. They note over 5,000 tents are in place with capacity for eleven men each and the number of attendees growing beyond initial estimates by 16,000.
Junk dealers in 1912 did a enormous business as the geological survey notes. The value of secondary metals excluding gold and silver recov ered last year was 77,495,843 dollars, up from 52,585,390 dollars in 1911. The report omits quantities of old iron and steel and precious metals. Aluminum scrap sent to smelters is increasing rapidly due to the growing automobile industry.
In Savannah on June 24, T. Eaton a seaman of the United States ship Tacomas killed himself in a public square rather than be arrested for leaving his ship without permission. Surrounded by captors he declared he would not return and fired the pistol against his breast, dying minutes later.
Clyde Boone of Decatur Texas promoted as world champion boy roper may join Cheyenne Frontier Days August 20 to 23. Frontier committee plans a pioneers parade on the second day with an old stage coach and riders, aiming to add novelty and attract long-time settlers to the celebration.
Secretary Bryan told Ambassador Bakmeter he would welcome negotiations for a fresh trade and commerce treaty with Russia. No formal talks have started as Moscow awaits instructions. Both governments have only expressed a mutual desire for talks, with no agreed basis or concessions.
In Washington on June 24 the so called wishing sash arrived. Miss Dorothy Williams sister of Mrs Joseph Leiter was the first society belle to wear it. The Balkan style sash is worn with white dresses and tied in a sailor knot.
Mine No. 17 of the Western Coal and Mining company in Jeany Lind near Fort Smith Arkansas was wrecked by an explosion and subsequent fire late today. No one was in the mine at the time of the explosion.
The American commission on agricultural organization cooperation and rural credits arrived in Copenhagen and was welcomed by Maurice F. Egan the U S minister to Denmark. They immediately began investigating Denmark credit banks system.
Acting on representations by Representative Kintald of New Jersey the department of agriculture weighs dispatching a department expert to the Argentine republic to investigate the beef situation there.
Four men are dead and about sixty injured after a large dust explosion at the Husted Milling Company elevator and grain storehouse in Buffalo. The blast, blamed on dust puffing from the feed house, leveled the wooden section, destroyed a dozen box cars, and left four workers unaccounted. Notable victims include Nickel Plate engineer John Conroy and Henry Vetter. The blaze and collapse disrupted the area, with extensive damage and a probable total loss of around $500,000.
London June 24 A more hopeful outlook emerges as Balkan leaders consider Russian arbitration. Serbia is said to have yielded to Russian counsel and Bulgaria may accept unconditional arbitration. A four nation peace conference in St Petersburg is anticipated, driven by pressure from Berlin and other powers.
Railroads operating in Minnesota agreed to follow the latest Supreme Court ruling in the Minnesota Tate cases with new rates to take effect by July 10 and refunds for overcharges when proof is provided. Missouri railroads also announced they will implement new rates at the earliest practical date after the high court decision. Attorneys Frank Hagerman and Gardner Litthrop led discussions among affected railroads on action under the ruling.
Secretary Redfield met with the United States Chamber of Commerce group in Washington to discuss broadening the department of commerce scope to aid constructive work by chambers nationwide. Ira K. Bennett of San Francisco served on the department committee as the secretary cited future evolution possibilities for a government agency adapting to commercial interests.
Peru announces the death of Nicholas Pierola a noted statesman in Lima at age. The government orders embalming at public expense and plans a public funeral with honors equal to those accorded to a president.
Police clash with alleged mine workers led by the union in a tense downtown Square last night. Reported disturbances and arrests mark a volatile scene as authorities pursue order.
President Wilson telegraphed acceptance of Attorney General McReynolds resignation calling it an unjustified intimation of wrong doing. He approved McReynolds handling of Diggs Caminetti and Western Fuel cases and suggested appointing special prosecutors including Francis J Honey Matt Sullivan or Thomas Hayden. Developments followed McNab accusations of improper influence and a cabinet review of the disputed prosecutions.
Jury in district court ruled an estate cannot be compelled to complete a contract to buy goods if the signer is deceased. Marion A. Edwellie sued the late Margaret Henne Howards to force completion of a $2,400 stock purchase with Wyoming Literieurence Co. The decision followed a similar case where the court held the contract obligation ends with the signer’s death. Judge Craig presided. Judge Mentzer dissented as qualified.
Union Pacific officials contend the railroad can save seven to eight thousand dollars annually under a new state law and will refuse to pay higher city taxes. General tax agent G. G. Holcomb argues the county assessor can classify property for city purposes only if allowed for economy, signaling ongoing legal maneuvering with the board of equalization set for mid July.
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