Taft and the Chinese Exclusion Debate in 1906
The article outlines Taft’s 1906 remarks on Chinese immigration and contrasts Democratic and Republican lines on exclusion. It cites Bryan and editorial responses, arguing Taft warned against harsh measures while considering labor and commerce impacts. It frames the national debate as pivotal to future campaign dynamics.
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Thomas J. Pence
Chicago
Democratc
Republican
Judge Tott
Mr. Bryan
Taft
California
Wien
Far West
Bryan
Hirgan
Commenor
Caine
Ute
Markela
Funeral of Mag Ayberg to be held in Laramie
Funeral services for Mag Ayberg will be held in Laramie this afternoon. Mylo of Mee Oleehat ine Atater died in Chey one after an illness. The deceased had lived with the family for more than ex sear wid.
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Mag, Ayberg
Laramie
Hyberg
Chey
Meeting of Woman's Club Tomorrow Afternoon
An afternoon gathering of the Woman's Club is scheduled for tomorrow at 1 PM. Members and attendees are expected to participate in committee discussions and related activities.
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Woman's Club
Tomorac
Mystery Arrest Suspect in Greeley Chronicle
Reports from Greeley Colorado mention a man possibly G H Summers wanted for Sheriff Bard’s murder. Police barred reporters while confirming details and the suspect remains in custody amid conflicting accounts from local papers and neighboring sheriffs.
Coyotes Take Up Residence in Laramie Streets
Four young coyotes have moved into downtown Laramie near St Lawrence church, making a home in an abandoned barn. Residents report the animals wandering streets and interacting calmly with pedestrians, leading locals to believe they escaped or were brought to the city as pets.
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Laramie
St Lawrence Church
Elicorn
Pele Ana
Governor Brooks Proclaims Labor Day Observance
The governor of Wyoming issues a Labor Day proclamation urging that Monday, September 7, 1908, be observed with unity between labor and capital. The text emphasizes harmony, consumer focus, and economic progress, calling for citizens to reflect on labor's role and the nation’s prosperity at the capitol in Cheyenne.
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Bute
Wyoming
Bryant
Brooks
Wittom
Chapumme
Bryant Th Brooks
Goveynor
Lightning Stude Woman Rock Springs
Mrs Kern wife of an Eden galley ranchman was stunned and slightly injured by a bolt of lightning near her while at work in her kitchen. Monarch Church Dedicated Menaren The new Methodist church in his city was dedicated with impressive ceremonies. Several out of town ministers were in attendance. Negro Tramp Hurt Cheyenne A colored tramp named Robert Davis was perhaps fatally injured last evening when run over by a Union Pacific passenger train. Short Change Artists Fined Shmidan Donahue and Harry Driscoll were fined 30 dollars and costs for short changing visitors at the county fair. Charged With Forgery Douglas Freak Pawra Polander charged with forgery in the county fair. a man named Bawra cashed a worthless check for 24.85 at the Douglas National Bank. To Move to Laramie Douglas Mr and Mrs Cargon Adams will move to Laramie where Mr Adams will engage in the commission business.
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Eden Galley
Monarch Church
Menaren
New Methodist
Cheyenne
Union Pacific
Robert Davis
Shmidan
J. C Donahue
Harry Driscoll
Douglas
Pawra
Bawra
Douglas National Bank
Dredge plans move after tests at placers report
Captain H L Bieler general manager of the Og Bend piser company sails to Indianapolis to report mining test results. The tests indicate values from a few cents to 681 per yard and Bieler will urge a dredge plow installation at about 865000 to 87500.
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H. L. Bieler
Og ‘Bend Piser Tining Company
Thas
Indianapolis
Thees
Union Pacific Business Better Across Wyoming Division
Railroad notes show improving western freight as Union Pacific expands double track in Nebraska and Wyoming to relieve congestion. A banner Utah freight day marked 461 loaded cars eastbound, 22 arriving from the east, with rail officials forecasting capacity limits near.
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Union Pacific
Harriman
Nebraska
Utah
Ovdeo
Harriman Ie Wadeaar
Acround
Southern Pacific
Merriman
Free land for settlers on Wind River reservation
Denver reports 30 000 acres of Indian land in Wyoming's Wind River region offered for lease or purchase with two years free, water rights included. Government plans irrigation expansion, canals, and mining activity with Indians employed in construction. Land near the railroad and sugar, coal, and oil prospects noted, with limits on ownership to encourage broad settlement.
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Wind River Reverue
Wyoming
Uncle Sam
E. Wadsworth
United States Indian
Wind River
Wye
John Gonin
Albany
United States
Wadsworth
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
Gonin
Great Western Sigar Company
Is This Man Summers Arrest Mentioned in Greeley Dispatch
Greeley to Denver Times reports a man believed to be GH Summers, linked to Sheri A Hy Poin of Laramie. A Bill Balley alias is said to be in custody after a possible escape attempt. Officials fear involvement with Summers’ pals and guard details describe movement toward his arrest.
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Greeley
Denver Times
Cotty
Summers
Sheri al Bagh
Calo
Sheri
Laramie
Bill Balley
Balley
Rawlins Fireman Severely Burned by Escaping Steam
George Criswell, a Union Pacific fireman, was badly burned yesterday when steam burst from a boiler, scalding his face and head. He may lose eyesight. He is hospitalized. his wife and newborn child are reported to be doing well.
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Rawlins
George Criswell
Union Pacific
Lieutenant Rice to Be Married Next Month
Word comes from Sailr Sn Mice Michigan bat lieutenant Henry Tie formerly A iddnE ab the elate Wik versity here to be married ny kt monk to a Michigan aint.
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Mice
Michigan
Henry Tie
Imarried
To Denver in Auto With Mrs Renest
They will depart for Thonworth by auto tomorrow with Mrs Renest. The travelers expect a lengthy journey and plan to be away until post week.
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Dub Renest
Thonworth Ihwitt Auto
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