The state herald., 1908-10-23
the tangled ends Of this legislation. but
scarcely law of any consequence

act demanded by the people and most
of them were killed by mere technic-
alities.
Revenues OF state suffered from
sheer failure to collect moneys due
the state, as well MS misuse Of funds
on hand. Hardly department did its
duty up to the handle In creditable
manner. They were, almost without
exception, mere loafing places for po-
litical favorites appointed by officials
in power.
Colorado was at standstill Bust
ness was palsied and the press OF the
United States naturally had not good
word to say for this state. The great
resources of Colorado were un-
scratched by pick or shovel and this
state was well-nigh the laughing stock
of the union.
Republican Record.
But in the course of time there was
return to rational thinking. The citi-
zens of the state tired of empty prom
In the fan of 1902 Governor Peabody
was elected to office. this breaking the
long chain of disastrous Democratic
administrations.
Law and order was not restored In
q day-far from 1t. The seed OF dis
content had been sown too deeply for
that. The administration of Governor
Peabody was one long fight but there
was a strong man at the helm. 1t was
Il heart breaking task, days filled with
Tebellious outbreaks and nights with
the dark deeds of dynamitards. Pub
lie officials and court Justices were In
momentary danger OF assassination;
In fact many attempts were made
upon their lives.
But law and order triumphed and
with the election of 1904 the backbone
Of the rebellion was broken. The voice
Of the people had spoken and the WIN
of the great majority was made
known The hand of Governor Pea
body had been upheld In It's righteous
course and the day OF the agitator was
over.
Then came the return 10 business
and prosperity. Under the administra-
tIon of Governor Jesse F. Mcdonald
the state OF Colorado took u new lease
on life. Quiet was restored. Mines
and factories rCoponed and the labor
ing man went back TO his work I'M
hampcred by dlsconcertlng theories.
Prosperity Restored.
The heritage of Democratic debts
was paid off and the credit of Colo
RADIO restored at home and abroad.
State departments were put on busi-
ness basis aud the revenue was cnrc-
fully collected each year State insti-
tutions no longer had to walt for their
appropriations. Laws were enforced
and Governor Mcdonald went out Of
office beloved by every citizen Of
Colorado. lie is now candidate i@
office MS governor a second time and
Just ms surely as there is gratitude and
thanksgiving In the hearts ol Colorado
people. he and the Republican ticket
will be elected by handsome major
lty.
The administration OF Governor
Buchtcl demonstrates the return t0
sanity. Where It had formerly taken
the aid OF the military 10 hold down
the agitation, cultured minister Of
the gospel was able TO quietly conduct
the affairs OF state. And he did II
vastly to his credit. New laws. which
had long been needed, were placed ON
the statute books. New departments
OF state were created to attend 10 the
needs OF the people. The last of tho
Democratic debts were paid off ana
there is now n surplus OF f2i7,O00 In
the 81 asury. Eastern capital has r..
covered from its tmIdlty and the ynst
resources OF Colorado are now being
opened up. furnishing employment Ia
thousands OF men. Tho demand for
labor In Colorado has never ceased.
even with the depression existing els"
where. and the state OF Colorado has
como back to It's fair name and sta
tion.
SO, Mr.. and Mira. Newcomer In Colo
RADIO. you can SEQ from this brle'
glimpse OF Colorado political history.
what the Republican Administrations
have accomplished In restoring peace
aud prosperity. Whether this business
like condition OF affairs shall continue
remains with the voters OF the state
The Republican ticket this fall u
headed by Governor Jesse " Melon
aid. who restored peace to Colorado
and Ia now seeking reelection. Tho
other candidates nro also capable. hon.
cHt men with practical ideas and bunl.