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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1902
Page
2
A playful compact of notes spans wars, science, fashion, and politics with quips about Lamartine, Peary, King Leopold, Dreyfus, and King Edward. It mocks military whimsy, editors, clergymen, and a Washington hotel blast while poking at Duels of empire and Monroe Doctrine complaints.
The Colorado Cattle and Horse Growers Association issues a formal statement urging stockmen to withhold votes from lawmakers who opposed their demands. The letter names J. G. Schweigert and a list of legislators to avoid, arguing for recognition of livestock interests and warning that votes may be aligned with party lines but guided by business reasons. Denver, Oct. 10, 1902.
The Colorado Democrats endorse H. M. Teller for the U S Senate, aiming to force him as the main campaign issue and overshadow state and congressional races. The piece argues this tactic insults Colorado voters, harms the state’s interests, and uses Teller as a catspaw for a disliked fusion leadership. It criticizes Teller’s role and questions the party’s six year record.
The passage argues for aligning Colorado with the national Republican party and removing administration of state affairs from the Democratic gang. It asserts no citizen should back the cry to save Teller when Colorado’s honor and interests are at stake.
Robert W Bonynge, born New York City 1863, lawyer, Denver resident since 1888, with high profile cases and roles in Colorado politics. He served in the Colorado Legislature, chaired GOP affairs, and ran for Congress in 1900, boosting Republican votes though not elected. Also active in Denver Chamber of Commerce University Club and Masonry.
The piece mocks Democratic leaders for importing Bryan to advise on state matters. It notes Professor Parsons praising Roosevelt as the greatest since Lincoln, comments on Bryan’s high speaking fees, and labels some Democrats as boodlers. It mentions Roosevelt and Mitchell as possible 1904 campaign cries and credits Teddy with handling emergencies.
The Chicago Board of Education will experiment with coke from Colorado due to high eastern fuel prices. Army medical officers say cholera risk from Manila transports is minimal. Turkey says no Naples Dardanelles talks with Russia. In 1901 US street railway investment rose by 467 million and 2594 miles added. Schenectady schools closed October 9 with 4000 children sent home awaiting coal. Professor Trowbridge reports lightning will not strike water.
A bill to replace age limits with a certificate from a school principal for job applicants is slated for the next assembly. The Charity Organization Society backs the measure as part of a broader push for compulsory education in Colorado.
Denver Northwestern and Pacific Railroad plans a publicity bureau to showcase northwestern Colorado resources. General Manager A C Ridgway proposes expert visits, mineral samples, and extensive displays to inform in advance of construction. The Majestic building will host the bureau, with Capitol renovations costing over 25,000 and interior upgrades including steam heating and painting.
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