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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1912
Page
12
A Wyoming editorial denounces federal and state actions seen as hindering western settlement. It argues conservation zeal, not settlers, blocks land development and urges government to promote actual farming and stock ranching, stressing the need for homes for citizens and urging movement away from Canada.
Public dispute erupts after Mayor Gaynor and Governor Dix challenge Supreme Court decisions on the Brandt case. Justice Gerard condemns criticism. Gaynor asserts citizens may dissent from judges. Roosevelt cited on court independence. observers note judges as public servants.
The interior department opposes the Dorah homestead bill and its expanded residence requirements. Amendments would force seven months of annual continuous residence and apply to existing homesteads, with changes to benefit from the enlarged law during the years specified.
The piece critiques party machines manipulating elections through favors to lieutenants, arguing primaries expose candidates to voters. It suggests workers gain political credit from bosses, and primary reforms reduce machine control, with voters increasingly informed and the primary system here to stay and improve.
A Wisconsin Journal summary notes Panama Canal Zone with better health outcomes than the United States. It cites 87 446 colored and 12 316 white workers, 3 5 deaths by disease or violence, and lower death rates than US totals, highlighting a shift from pest‑ridden to healthier conditions.
The item notes Polson Creek school is abandoned and a new teacher promises a photo for pupils who stay during the term. It reports Mrs Harper's hired man eloping with her daughter, a broken arm incident, and other quirky local gossip. The column ends with a Dooley parody on reactionaries and politics.
Sealed proposals for tapping the Cheyenne Wyoming city water mains and laying service pipes for one year from contract date are due March 19 1912. Bidders must state price per tap and provide a $25 payment with bids. City supplies materials. contractor provides labor and tools. The city may reject all bids.
The text discusses government by the people versus majority rule, balance between individual and state, and concerns over recall of judges. It questions whether a crude revolutionary mechanism could reverse judicial decisions and threaten constitutional governance. It cites critique from President Tapt in reply to Colonel Roosevelt and debates about judiciary independence and liberty.
A vintage advertisement promotes Syrup of Senna as a prompt laxative for headaches colds indigestion pains and stomach upset. It touts natural strength and gentle action without irritating the system and notes the Cai sseda Fig Syrup Co name on each package.
New Jersey Governor William P. Wilson told a Brooklyn League banquet that discussing the popular vote as a mob government is un-American. He warned that opponents who call the people a mob have no right to call themselves Americans and mocked the phrase mop government.
A small retailer at 204 W 17th St Hawthorne Street area offers hats at 2.00 dollars each. Local customers visit the store for affordable headwear and prompt service.
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