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Cattle Barons to Lease Government Land Sparks Western Alarm
The piece reports opposition to a land leasing bill seen as a cattle baron win. It details fears of a 20 year lease at 1 to 6 cents an acre, potential federal costs, new offices, and land monopolies harming settlers, with calls to urge Senators and Congressmen to protect homesteaders and remove fences. It also mentions a city entertainment note and a medical testimonial for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure.
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