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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1911
Page
4
The Cheyenne State Leader issue notes political chatter on Speer for the U.S. Senate and Harmon Wilson contests. It references Roosevelt, Taft, Fairbanks, Diaz and Mexican affairs, plus local civic concerns and a wary view of military and industrial topics.
The article notes a shift from fear of drought to optimism as late winter snow and rainfall improved water prospects. In Cheyenne a prior water shortage concern eased, leaving only domestic supply quality to monitor while heavy highland precipitation supports stream flow and soil moisture for the region.
Attorney General Wickersham urges President Taft to grant executive clemency to Charles W. Morse and John R. Walsh, federal convicts serving terms for misusing funds of associated institutions. The editorial argues the law should be corrective not punitive and questions why similar mercy is not extended to many other convicts in Leavenworth and Atlanta.
Fragmentary passage questions why law favors the rich over the poor and notes a lack of explanation. It mentions individuals Walsh and Moree and a hypothetical executive element role, reflecting doubt about perceived inequities in legal treatment.
A playful skit features Yeu the rabbit foot seller and a man selling windfall items as they joke about spring business. A farmer recalls paying $2 for a gold brick for amusement and a political veteran laments serving the public after election. The tone is light, mockironic commentary on small town life and public office.
The poem contemplates Liberty as a force that sustains beauty and the world, whether in calm or tempest. It argues that Liberty sets its own conditions and guides humanity through storms, war, and tyranny, insisting the world is saved by Liberty even as it endures destruction. The speaker invokes the sea, chaos, and kings, urging trust in Liberty’s enduring and unerring will.
Notice to teachers announces an examination for certificates to be held in Cheyenne Wheatland and Torrington at high school buildings starting 8 10 a m on March 31 April 1 1911. The program lists penmanship arithmetic primary methods literature school management and other subjects for Friday and Saturday sessions with timings and subject lines. Superintendent Amie S Hepperon signs the notice.
M A Chapmax reports on Kent tw6 unfurn ee dp booms with hot water and bath facilities.
One method to raise funds for the women s suffrage movement in New York is selling papers. The accompanying image shows a devoted worker selling The Broadside, a suffrage journal, to supporters.
J J Pastoriza, a retired businessman and advocate of single tax and home rule, wins a Houston commission seat. He ran a unique campaign, bought newspaper space, and finished near the top in a 12 candidate race, signaling voter interest in progressive reform. He has long backed Henry George doctrines and industrial city uplift.
Five hundred residents including bankers merchants physicians and lawyers are sworn in as deputy protectors to handle a street car strike. Each man carries badge and revolver as they prepare to attempt to run the car this afternoon after Governor refused to call out troops to protect the street.
Houston reports heavy purchases of ties and bridge material by Henry Mel, agent for the National Railroads of Mexico, to keep lines open amidst insurgent activity. Troops moving to Texas passed through Houston, which serves as a strategic rail and water link to Mexico, with supply demands stressing local commissaries and wholesalers.
Readable text notes bulk shipments routed to Port Sam Houston and Port Crooler t for delivery of relief and military logistics.
Copenhagen reports Norway has found its experiments in women's suffrage satisfactory and has taken another long step in the movement. The government indicates women may gain more rights as early as possible, with debates continuing in parliament. The article notes named figures and dates as it outlines the progress and potential timelines.
A king Haakon cabinet resolution opens most public offices to women while excluding the cabinet, army, navy, diplomatic service, and the church. Norwegian women, after gaining the franchise, have shown active interest in politics and it is hoped the barred posts may also open if the experiment succeeds.
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