Woolen mill project eyed for mountain markets near Cheyenne
Promoters led by George Walker propose building woolen mills in the mountain states including Wyoming and Colorado with a Denver base to process wool locally. The plan aims to reduce freight costs, boost local mills, and free producers from eastward prices and tariff leverage, signaling a major regional industry expansion.
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Cheyenne
George
Walker
Hime
Denver
Geo. 5
Wyoming
Editorial Tangles Between Wyoming Papers Spark Settlement
A fragment from a Wyoming debate shows a Tribune critique of Leader Publishing Company's stance on school board candidacy George S. Treagtle. The letter defends press freedom and condemns partisan baiting by rival papers while signaling ongoing editorial tensions.
Bryan Faces Battle Between People and Special Privilege
Denver News argues the Parker selection at the Democratic convention favors Big Business over the People. It portrays Bryan predicting defeat but choosing to fight for Progressivism, with Kern and other leaders backing him against Parker and a New York puppet delegation. The piece frames the convention clash as a long running struggle and credits Bryan with moral courage.
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Udor Parker
Mr. Dryan
Thomas F. Ryan
Parker
Ellhu Root
Ryan
Chicago
Mr. Bryan
Baltimore
Woodrow Wlilnon
Clark
Underwood
Jarman
Murphy, Sullivan
Taggart
Kern
Bryan
William Jennings Bryan Dominates Baltimore Convention Scene
A vivid account lauds Bryan as masterful and unwavering at the Baltimore gathering. The piece contrasts his steady leadership with rivals like Alton Parker, noting his speeches captured attention and left critics with no clear flaws or loopholes.
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Alton H. Parker
Bell
Bryan
Cheyenne's Question: Should Cheyenne Adopt Commission Government
Editorial urges public discussion on Cheyenne adopting a commission form of government. It notes many residents lack understanding and proposes informative articles by engaged authors to clarify how the plan would work and its implications.
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Cheyenne
Government of
Chiea
Jack Chenery Declares Candidacy for State Senator
The well known progressive Republican Jack Chenery announces his candidacy for state senator from Fremont County on the Republican ticket. He aims for nomination and is described as a strong potential leader. The note mentions other local political chatter and editorial banter about school elections and party maneuvers.
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Jack Chenery
Republian
Freemont County
Repubican
Chenery
Belated letter from Hankins to Heck about politics in 1912
A 1912 Wyoming letter from Hank Hanksins discusses political loyalties and potential nomination battles. He references Senator Heck, Taft, Kummins, and Bryan, warns of party realignments, and mentions moving to Canada if politics slide further left. The writer signs as Doc Pixley H D.
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Wilsey
Humming
Iowa
Woodyard Wilson
Willem Bryan
Kansas
Washington
Robert
Tribune
Kountry
Kanada
Kalgary
Wromin
Europe
Hudson
New York
Freemont
Huntington
Aryan
Hank
Trouley
Doc Pixley
H. D
Supreme Court Sets Rules for New Counties Voting
The Supreme Court rules on election procedures for newly organized counties in 1912, detailing primary and general election conduct, canvassing, and filing of nomination papers. It directs organization commissioners and clerks to perform duties like canvassing and ballot preparation in unorganized counties and outlines districting and polling precinct setup. The article cites June 18, 1912, and includes a brief editorial quip from the Washington Star on political excitement.
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Supreme Court
Auld
Alabastrol facial cream touted as freckle remover
The ad extols Alabastrol as a universal skin beautifier for the face promising velvety skin and youthful appearance. It claims to remove freckles sunburn tan and chafed skin with a soothing cooling feel and offers mailed home delivery in 50 cent packages. An agency and beauty parlor contact details appear for orders and services.
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Siloron Mfg Co
Pueblo
Colorado
Democratic Announcements Seek County Offices in Laramie
Notices show candidates for county commish sheriff and treasurer seeking Democratic nominations in the August 20 primaries. Also filed is a State Board of Pardons petition for Wincenty Smith, convicted of forgery in Laramie County District Court, awaiting a pardon.
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Laramie County
State Board of Pardons
Wincenty Smith
Wyoming
Wilfrid O'Leary
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Leader Pubiishing Company
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Lig and
Weoming
Panera
Geo. H. Treagtle
the Tribune
Bin
Life
Denver News
America
William Jennings Bryan
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Jack Cheney
Trilune
Laltimore
Berry
Teddy
Taft and
Ryam
Fura
Wyomin
Editur
Leeder
Shian
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Hankins
Washington Star
Sherman Co
Cheyenne Ice Co
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A. T. Hale
17Th St
Aldren
Yale
Ayer
Colorado & Southern RY. CO
T. E. Fisher
8. R. CO
Augiet
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Frank B, Roach
Edward G. Schoel
Ray K.olds
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