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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1910
Page
12
The text accuses political machines led by Burdick of corruption and entanglement with taxpayers. It contrasts statements in The Tribune and press coverage, blames rising state expenses and taxes on the Brooks administration, and cites election tactics and personal attacks. Mullen enters state race locally.
The article centers on a dispute over a letter attributed to Mr Chatterton and discussed by Mr Enterline. It notes that the sheriff attorney exaggerates the significance of a Cheyenne man and that Enterline misaddresses his communication, missing the correct recipient marked by the symbol CWB-L.
Tax figures from 1904 to 1910 reveal an overall state tax rise of about 80 percent since Brooks took office in 1905. The data indicate yearly increases culminating in 1910 with taxes at 503,457.65, and Laramie county bearing an additional 21,131.89 in 1909 alone. The figures are used to argue that W F E Mullen would continue the same misgovernance and private-profit at public expense.
The piece mocks Machine Manager Burdick for withholding 2870.75 dollars entrusted to him for state payment over four months. It portrays his attempts to defend himself as ludicrous while condemning his conduct and the broader political theater surrounding the issue.
A letter in the News Columns of the State Leader is dated in Panimore Chatterton and signed by Beterline of Sheridan, a Republican described as bold enough to defy and defeat.
The Belmont park international aviation meet saw no new world records for heavier-than-air machines yet proved American courage and nerve superior. Americans led with bold altitude trials by Drexel and Brookins and Moissant’s cross country flight, while foreign aviators appeared more conservative in a display of daring.
The article argues women voters show clearer judgment on public questions and are less partisan. Their active participation is seen as a force for improving government and exposing unfit candidates, with impact expected in state and local elections on November 8.
Chicago reports disclose graft in the Illinois Central management ten years nearer government ownership. Rail executives cite $2,000,000 looted as a pivotal blow to private enterprise arguments against federal interference. Shippers seek price-basis inquiries as rate hearings show rising expenses outpacing earnings.
Fragmentary OCR lists names T. Sumer and J. Roan for state senate and Ray EF. Lee for representatives with unclear spellings and positions. Likely a political candidate slate or ballot notice segment from a local page.
Cheyenne organize a dance Thursday evening October 27 at Keefe Hall featuring Buchanan’s full orchestra. Tickets are 1.00 dollars with free admission for ladies.
Voters in the city and Latanie county are urged to register on October 27 and 28 to meet legal requirements for the November election. About 1500 to 2000 voters remain unregistered. Registration books are at Dinneen's garage in the First Ward, Industrial Club in the Second Ward, and Court House Annex in the Third Ward. 28 Window shades at Sherman Co.
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