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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1913
Page
12
The Laramie Republican reports Poet semi weekly adopting new ad rates. Rates vary by inches from under 100 to over 4000 inches, with per inch charges. Editors argue no advertiser will pay more or less than prior 14 to 20 cent range and discuss advertising costs and profitability in newspaper operations.
The piece argues that lower tariffs will not instantly lower living costs due to monopolies and financial interests. It blames big banks and currency policy for resisting tariff benefits and predicts gradual price declines as markets liberalize, while noting stubborn prices for wool meat and sugar.
The new Simmons-Underwood tariff passes the Senate smoothly and faces little disruption in American industry. Observers note a decline in expected chaos as the law aligns with party pledges on tariff reform, cost of living, anti-trust measures, and the income tax. The average ad valorem rate drops to 27–28 percent, income tax targets $4,000 unmarried and $4,000 married implies, with an estimated $83 million in revenue and a $16 million surplus projected.
The article reviews President Wilton's public remarks after signing the tariff bill, praising his persistence and practical approach. It notes his refusal to compromise on core aims, his reliance on associates, and his belief in justice and duty as he pursues passage and economic stability. The piece cites quotation from Shakespeare and describes confidence in steady progress toward the tariff objective.
Jay Scott an 11 year old from Omala emptied his iron bank of fifty two pennies and gave them to two boys afflicted with scarlet fever whose mother was in a hospital. The Denver Express praises his self denial and compares the act to the widow's mite.
Yuan Shai Kai was inaugurated as the first president of the Chinese republic in Peking at the Tai Ho Palace. The ceremony drew many Chinese and foreign officials with 10 000 troops in modern uniforms and strict security amid fears of rebel access. An alleged assassination plot involving a mounted police chief was foiled. Also, Sacramento schools abolish required home study.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a cure for stomach liver and bowels, claiming cleansing overnight with a 10 cent box. It alleges symptoms like head throbbing bad taste and yellow skin and urges buying from a druggist for month long digestive relief.
Klaw and Erlinger present The Count of Luxembourg at Capitol Avenue theater promising a real musical with the full original company on hand. Frang Lebar writes the music for the show and The Staircase Waltz is highlighted as a memorable melody. The production features catchy music bright comedy and an entertaining story as part of this Broadway style tour.
Theiece Musk: actually a drama about the bankrupt Count of Luxembourg with amorous escapades and lavish spending. The production features 20 musical numbers and a massive orchestra from curtain rise to fall. Notable cast includes Mildred Elaine Maude Gray Fern Rogers Alice Gordon George Leon Moore Frank Moulan Fred Walton and others. The chorus is described as the best trained to leave New York.
Advertisement notes constipation causes ailments and promotes Chamberlain's Tablets to keep bowels regular, claiming prevention of diseases. Sold by all dealers.
A matron famed for a curious pendant in pearls on a slender gold chain from Atlantic City explains the charm: when asked about the stone she carries it is plain wood, which she taps to curb rash impulses, a simple self restraint ritual noted by the New York Tribune.
The Bengal canal is described as the longest artificial watercourse in the world, extending gy miles. In midwinter in the Klondike the sun rises around 9:30 to 10:00 a m and sets between 2 and 3 p m indicating brief daylight hours in that region.
The Sherman Company engages in painting and decorating work including graining services for interiors and exteriors. Details suggest ongoing projects and potential bids from contractors seeking work in local properties.
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