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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1912
Page
7
G C M argues that new senators can challenge entrenched interests like Warren and Mondell. He cites La Follette and a new Arizona senator as proof that fresh voices can disrupt graft and secure real representation for Wyoming. He condemns old guard influence and urges voters to support Kendrick and reform.
The editorial argues to remove Senator Francia B. Warren of Wyoming amid charges against him. It urges an inquiry by the Senate, notes his term ends next March, and says Wyoming should retire him to private life if charges are proven or repudiate him at the ballot box.
The Lawrence Massachusetts woolen mill workers suffer under protection era poverty while Wyoming wool prices drop. With expected Democratic win wool prices rise and mills shift to full operation. Railways gain work and optimism grows as a new statesman nears the Presidency.
The Wyoming Tribune notes John B. Kendrick’s track record of fulfilling promises while questioning rivals Warren and Mondell. It cites campaign pledges for post offices and other positions, suggesting they may be delayed by a Wilson presidency.
The official Republican organ in Iowa, the Register and Leader, concedes Taft faces a shrinking Iowa vote and predicts a Roosevelt Wilson contest. It notes no strong push for Taft and suggests Iowa will likely yield either Roosevelt or Wilson, with two weeks left before the election. Kendrick profited from a Montana ranch to aid Wyoming development.
A colorful reminiscence portrays a speaker seeking a Supreme Court seat after Taft’s presumed return to the presidency. Warn advises that any judge fits the robe, notes the court’s prestige, and stresses political maneuvering, self interest, and eventual vacancy upon election. The tale ends with a conditional vow tied to election outcomes.
The Leader reports a telegram accusing the Tribune of inaccuracies in Converse County coverage. It claims Downey gambles, bets leverage across Wyoming, and positions an ambassador from Rothschild in Downey’s pursuit of vast sums.
In a letter from Cheyenne dated October 17 1912 G H Little of Torrington is urged to consider reforms in government reclamation. Kendrick advocates practical business methods, fixed water pricing, timely land titles, and local management to improve project economies and avoid distant bureau missteps. He cites Goshen Hole lands as exemplary of untapped potential.
The author pledges a special effort to secure early construction of the Hoshen Hole project and to devote earnest legislation to promote and build up various industries, closing with best regards and a sincere signature.
Princeton defeated Dartmouth in a hard fought game. Hobby Baker made a sensational 5 yard touchdown after retrieving a fumbled ball at Princeton's fifteen yard line, eluding Dartmouth defenders as the standout moment.
Mayor Daniel J. Fitzgerald and aides toured Suffolk School for Boys on Rainesford Island. In a staged milking contest, Kelley and McDonald failed to milk while Fitzgerald used a Dixie tune and a dryly humorous win. The other two cows were dry for weeks, bets declared off.
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