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Newspaper
Laramie County Times
Location
Wheatland, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
2
The article discusses future rail fare controls and a potential wartime tax levy. It notes national prosperity amid debate over cost of travel and freight, with warnings that failure to curb wasteful committees could worsen conditions. It mentions Cheyenne and other locations in context of transport and policy.
The president announced his selection of Charles Bonaparte of Baltimore for Navy Secretary, succeeding Paul Morton. Bonaparte, rapidly rising in recent years, is described as a promising choice with strong lineage to Napoleon.
The article discusses proposed US freight rate changes and questions why passenger fares from Chicago to the Pacific coast vary by season. It notes Denver to Pacific coast routes may cost 25 while Ogden to Denver is 45, suggesting unequal pricing and arguing for consistent year round rates to maintain affordable travel.
A railroad mail clerk is urged to handle a Wheatland route letter promptly to avoid hour delays in delivery. The emphasis remains on disciplined timing and efficiency in the historic mail system.
A fragmented narration describes a coastal region near Wheatland, noting a syndicate buying land spurring village growth toward a major city status. It hints at competing interests delaying development and potential land value increases for property owners if growth proceeds.
A newspaper note discusses irrigation projects, railroad policy, and immigration incentives. It questions a proposed fare rate as too low and hints at potential traffic from Wyoming and regional mileage concerns, while mentioning accident coverage as a possible addition.
A garbled notice describes a prize contest at Wyoming Saddlery Company with a saddle as first prize and silver steel spire chandelier. It references New York, West Virginia, and Miss connections, outlining a window display and judging for a humorous or satirical event with multiple names and unclear dates.
Leave Cheyenne and nearby towns plan a travel sequence with multiple upcoming games. Casper Natives, Wieathamt reserve, and Te Chovengi entities appear among dates and venues. Hartville, Jimenion, and other locales are listed for Thursday and Saturday events in a regional sports update.
In Washington on May 8 reports circulated that Secretary of State Morton may retire from the cabinet after a tense meeting with the President. Morton declined to confirm a successor and said a formal statement would follow. A separate coastal sale note lists a ranch listing at Sturgeon’s Circle with fence posts for sale.
The National Live Stock Association led by Denver president Spats and secretary Charles Martin launches a push for an independent packing plant in the west to gain control of the industry. The convention signals support for a new structure as leaders urge quick action despite opposition from rivals. In Cheyenne, Mrs. Carley dies of tuberculosis at the age of, with funeral arrangements pending at St Mary's Cathedral.
The Wheatland Mercantile Company will hold its annual stockholders meeting at the company office in Wheathind Wyorm Hig on Tuesday June 10. The agenda includes transferring business and other proper items. PLB. Davis serves as Secretary and Treasurer.
Advert says buyers will pay top market price for cream. They provide shipping and express costs and invite interested sellers to write for more information.
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