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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1912
Page
4
The writer decries Taft as not judicial, simple, or honest despite claims of a judicial mind. He argues Taft allies with reactionaries, fills offices with loyalists, pursues trusts while reorganizing federal courts, and promotes Canadian reciprocity to aid eastern interests.
A veteran observer notes a debate over civil service tests for election officers in New Jersey. The German Election Law bill, backed by Gov Wilton, shifts party lines and alters the state Senate stance, highlighting practical politics over theory.
The land office at Douglas faced renewed protests as homesteaders and Sloy attorneys contested actions by the Moe Land Department. Mary Kery Spaugh and Jacob Browning challenged the proceedings, reflecting ongoing tight controls under Taft administration conservation policies aimed at delaying settlement.
The passage argues government actions harm citizens who sought reforms and warns continued persecution could spike US immigration to Canada. It contrasts Canada’s welcome for former leaders with the espionage and pressure seen from officials. It suggests Western states offer better land and climate, deterring migration but noting distrust of Canadian governance.
The Progressive Democratic League of Ohio urges a free and independent man for Democratic nomination. They demand a leader who opposes trusts, resists Wall Street influence, and embodies Jefferson and Jackson in 1912. The call appeals to Democrats to back a candidate with courage and independence to prevent corrupt interests from steering the ticket.
Henry Clews notes a week of stock market strength and a rising business barometer. He cites widespread improved sentiment, early spring activity, and hopeful crop prospects as key to curbing high living costs and steering the nation toward prosperity in 1912.
A Pennsylvania discovery reports vast ledges of iron ore within about 100 miles of Philadelphia. An engineer claims one billion tons of ore, potentially doubling U S iron ore reserves. The find is said to be high grade, near coal mines and major Pennsylvania iron mills, promising profitable smelting.
Wyoming representative Mondell opposed the proposed income tax in Congress, aligned with Speaker Cannon’s policy and seen as serving business interests. He is noted for land issues in Wyoming but faces criticism for prioritizing other fiscal matters over public interests.
The Cheyenne Leader announces its expansion as part of a push to deliver faster news, positioning it as a progressive state paper. Competitors lag in timely reporting as the Leader broadens its distribution to Rawling and surrounding areas.
The Tribune endorses Dut Taft and notes LaVollette’s support boosts Teddy’s standing as ballots show enough votes to propel a bump. The report highlights party alignment and local politics shaping the outcome.
The Big Horn Rustler endorses Commissioner Schenck of the Wyoming Bureau of Immigration plan to stir eastern readers by letters about the land of enchantment. The paper urges Basin residents to write and promote Wyoming as a western dream, noting free postage debates and congressional waste.
A poetic monologue frames a boy arguing with his stomach over overeating. The boy recounts generous servings of potatoes squash turkey pie candy and cake then admits castor oil and pain from indulgence. He pleads for moderation while the stomach counters with blame and demands restraint.
Notice of sale under a chattel mortgage by Barry Brothers to Marion A. Kline as trustee, filed June 20 1911 in Lara mie county Wyoming, securing two promissory notes for 2012 08 and 8087 50 bearing eight percent interest, covering furniture supplies fixtures stock in trade and related property.
An auction will auction off stock from the Barry Brothers store at 4 Carey Avenue Cheyenne Laramie County Wyoming to satisfy a $1 029 33 debt plus interest and costs under a District Court execution. Sale starts March 9 1912 at 9 or 10 am and continues daily until completed. all items offered for cash. Frank H Broac Sheriff of Laramie County Wyoming.
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