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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1912
Page
4
An editorial compares Republican and Democratic stances ahead of November elections. It argues the Republican platform prioritizes core principles and warns against vague promises. The piece also includes a Wyoming Labor Journal critique claiming the Republican platform is brief and evasive, urging clearer, issue based guidance for voters.
The article describes a legal dispute where a decision by a U S district court could be reviewed by the Supreme Court. It discusses a man named Oleson and his plans to preach a socialist doctrine while seeking naturalization papers. It notes his association with a radical party advocating common ownership of property and the need for due process.
The piece questions a judge’s refusal to grant final naturalisation papers and cancellation of earlier ones. It argues unfounded grounds for denial, defends ballot action over force, notes unrest and calls for open discussion, citing sympathy with reform and past misreadings by judges.
The Treasure State excerpt argues the Boy Scout movement builds character, courage, and civic virtue in boys, framing it as wholesome and nonmilitaristic. It contrasts socialist denouncements with praise for outdoor training, discipline, respect for women, and practical skills, noting the movement emphasizes initiative and empathy.
The Colorado & Southern line between Fort Collins and Cheyenne shortens the distance to 45 miles and promises revived social and commercial exchange. Residents recall historic rail connections and potential tourist traffic to Fort Collins attractions, while a Green River Star editorial urges informed voting and civic duty ahead of November 6.
A citizen letter from Cheyenne Wyoming condemns political machines and graft in the 1912 primary. It urges The Leader to awaken the people, warn against corrupt office seekers, and mobilize votes to purge entrenched machine politics. Includes editorial stances on sanitation of politics and public service.
A rhythmical set of questions and answers known as the Orey 4 from Indianapolis has persisted for a year. It features humorous lines asking where the fly is born and where the type is, with answers tied to filth and waste.
Washington May 21 Cross examination in the impeachment probe returned to Misa Mary Boland niece and stenographer of William P Boland as she admitted amplifying notes from conversations with Archbolds ex partner Williams. The testimony touched on the phrase no good and a grafter about the commerce court judge as prominent railroad officials observed proceedings.
Scranton witnesses recount a $2,500 promissory note connected to coal cases and a placer gold mine stake in Honduras. Archbald allegedly received a one third stock interest in February 1909, with Lanahan denying discounting the note and Risinger confirming the note’s details. A separate note mentions varnish products and a factory demonstration by The Sherman Co.
The St. Louis National Stockyards set a record for Missouri cattle with two loads of steers. A Saline county load averaged 1,577 pounds at 9.15 per hundredweight, and a St. Louis county load averaged 1,500 pounds at the same price. Corn rose 20 cents from a year ago.
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