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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1912
Page
12
The Laramie Republican attacks instruction about boxing on a United States Reservation as governor Carey has no control there. The Leader describes a bloody fifteen round affair near the executive mansion while noting no state fights beyond Fort Russell since the governor’s edict.
The Massachusetts Legislature, led by Republicans, passed a preferential presidential primary bill signed by Governor Foss, signaling popular control over delegate selection. Foss praised the move while urging direct election of U S Senators, and critics like Senators Lodge and Crane opposed the measure. The article stresses the broader push for voter governance and cites Wyoming interest.
In a rotary mimeograph case the court ruled the issue concerned statute law not constitutional limits. All Justices agreed Congress has plenary power in such matters, with dissenting views on specific privileges granted to owners of parental rights. The decision frames the legislative branch as primary in revising ancient laws.
A proposal urges Cheyenne to secure a permanent convention hall to boost the city's commercial map and future welfare. Advocates call for broad support to back the project and affirm Cheyenne's place in regional progress.
Louisiana Congressman M Garland Dupree urges removing all applause and laughter notes from the Congressional Record. He argues the practice inflates humor and misrepresents debates, noting creators printed speeches without delivery. The Globe-Democrat suggests an official sensor to mute unearned mirth.
The Nebraska State Journal notes a global coal shortage driven by a British strike. Prices rise in Helium and Germany as miners push for higher shares. Eastern U.S. fields face expiry in two weeks amid uncertain strikes and potential state seizure of mines as a possible remedy.
Wyoming horseman Frank Hadeell argues horses still hold value as autos rise in use for delivery and business. Despite forecasts, draft horse prices remain strong, with buyers competing in Denver for young Perchorong stock.
Local notice reviews the Atlantic Advertiser of Atlantic Iowa by Robinson and Lewis naming EK BE Lewis formerly of Cheyenne. The eight page weekly intends to grow into a daily backing Democratic politics and strong advertising. The Leader comments on editorial bias and recent political moves among Cheyenne and Iowa figures including C Watt Brandon and Roosevelt support. I must note the text contains garbled phrases and editorial opinions.
A collage of short quips and reflections on politics aviation sports and daily life. The handwriting reads like a late era newspaper page musing on Taft wartime peace proto-dreads and humorous asides about public figures and common wisdom.
The state press argues tariff pledges lack proof while stressing a Wyoming highway plan. A survey will connect Natrona to Shoshoni Thermopolis and River ton via Fremont county with county officials and Good Roads clubs aiding the effort. The piece contrasts Taft era promises with court recalls and graft cases in San Francisco.
Cheyenne's first made in Cheyenne exposition closed after a three day run. The eye opener for Wyoming is expected to lead to more home buying and an organization will form to perpetuate Cheyenne expositions. Next year the exposition is to be enlarged and renamed Cheyenne Industrial Exposition.
Fremont County focuses on improving road conditions through directed labor and planning. Officials emphasize steady progress and safer routes for residents as work continues across the county.
Railroad news lists personnel moves and absences. B Groasland becomes yardmaster, F A Chamberlain visits from Denver, Union Pacific executives Jeffers Gregory and Umaher in town or traveling. Departures and resignations include Morrice Umaher and Foy. Scattered sickness and vacations affect staff while W J Scanlon resumes depot master role.
Capitol News reports Goshen County Mercantile Co of Torrington with capital of 15000 and Colony Commercial Farming Co of Colony with capital of 100000 filed articles of incorporation today.
Roy W. Schenck, Commissioner of Immigration, returns from Casper praising it as the livest town in the state. He notes crowded hotels as men await winter relief to move to oil fields. State Veterinarian Davis heads to Douglas to monitor stock shipments for feeding regions. State Chemist Moody consults on enforcing pure food laws with Mr. Groshon.
The Wyo ming Stock Growers Association will meet in Sheridan on Tuesday April 2 1912 at 10 am to elect officers and transact other business. Alice Smith secretary. 4-12.
A local menu lists four ho shorst priced at $2.50 at Kopalds. The note highlights the price point and item availability.
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