Fragmentary Thought on Loom and Plan
A brief, fragmentary line hints at threading and seeking a plan, implying memory of a purpose forgotten. The text presents a cryptic reflection on motive and discovery attributed to Heecher.
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1912
Page
4
A brief, fragmentary line hints at threading and seeking a plan, implying memory of a purpose forgotten. The text presents a cryptic reflection on motive and discovery attributed to Heecher.
A discussion distinguishes two civic classes from genuine patriots: selfish short sighted voters and tolerant supporters of corrupt officials. It argues for higher political conscience, urging citizens to seek true democracy, moral conduct, and accountability to uphold the commonwealth and national integrity.
The Wisconsin State Journal argues true progressives should vote for Woodrow Wilson not as partisans but as patriots. They urge scratching ballots for conscience and principle, not party, citing Taft as not progressive and accusing Taft delegates of unfair nomination.
The Wind River Mountaineer questions Wyoming leaders Warren Mondell and McCabe over a delayed veteran pension for an aged scout. It argues Republicans seek credit and warns voters of late actions intended to gain support among eastern interests.
Henry Glews argues railroads are strained by building needs and rising labor costs while fearing rate increases. He notes the Interstate Commerce Commission restrains rate hikes, keeping profits squeezed as earnings dip and only some lines show improvement. He warns a coming car famine could push September and October results lower or higher.
The article notes late fall Kraens and abundant rain renewing range grass and benefiting winter pastures. It argues moisture supports winter wheat and rye crops, aids dry farmers, and predicts many new settlers will buy Wyoming farms this fall and winter, accelerating settlement.
A rough verse uses frontier figures to defend ownership of western lands against dry farmers and outside investors. Hankins proclaims his grip over state lands, defiant of Cary and Boon, anticipating New York money fueling a summer surge.
The 1912 Democratic advisory committee is announced with William J. Bryan as chairman and a roster of defeated presidential nominees as members. Mrs. B.H. Walsh is the only woman named. Leaders like Oscar W. Underwood and Champ Clark pledge service. The list includes prominent figures across all states and the District of Columbia.
New York reports the fashion trend for winter returns to Robespierre era styling. Garments feature tight bodices, waist cuts, long tails, and frogged coats with heavy braid. Striped skirts echo revolutionary trousers while black overcoats with capes and bright waistcoats recall dandies of the period.
Coroner Hoffman announced secured evidence that a female regular at a West Hammond roadhouse killed John Metamaker and also killed Miss Esther Harrison at Henry Foss’s roadhouse. The coroner will present findings to the September grand jury.
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