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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
3
The piece contrasts Hughes campaign pledges as governor hopeful with his record as executive. It notes his stance on NYC transportation reforms and his vow of an unbossed administration, then cites his vetoes on equal pay for women teachers and on a full crew railroad bill.
The slate includes President Woodrow Wilson and Vice President Thomas R. Marshall. U S Senator John B. Kendrick and Congressman John B. Clark head the list with state and county offices for Myers, Rollins, Williams, Leavitt, Mallory, Morrow, Farnsworth, Geer, Tanner, and others. County roles include Clerk of Courts Flo LaChaelle, Sheriff D C Oakley, Treasurer Gilbert Taysom, and Coroner John Fitzpatrick.
The piece appeals to voters, arguing four years of Democratic rule brought peace and prosperity while urging a change to Republican leadership. It acknowledges accomplishments but asks the public to overlook party shifts and “give us a chance.”
Dr Anna Howard Shaw, dubbed the sage of suffrage, praised Wilson's stand in favor of suffrage in an interview published by the Philadelphia Press. She argued bipartisan effort is needed, noting neither Republicans nor Democrats alone can secure voting rights. She stated compromise across parties is essential to advance the cause.
Local notices announce a bid to build a ditch in Big Piney Wyoming and listings for rental housing a piano and a Ford for sale. Also pigs for sale and news of Bertha James recovering from injuries in Hoback canyon with plans to return home.
Department of the Interior announces a public sale at Evanston Wyoming on October 1 1916 at 10 00 A M for 40 acres of NWNE Section 23 Township 30 N Range 114 W Sixth Principal Meridian. Minimum bid 3.00 per acre. Highest bidder pays immediately. Adverse claims must file objections by sale time. Register Alex Nisbet.
Margeret Tippett and Gladys Fields were absent at school last week. Basketball practice set for Mondays and Fridays. Garland Linn has left to hunt for about two weeks. China Wilson starts school Monday. A wagon unloading trip carried tractors to Jake Herschler and John Walters. one tractor to each. The Ladies Circle of the Congregational Church meets October 11 at 2 P M at Mrs John Budd’s home. Supervisor Chas Beam and A C McLain moved through Piney to Snider Basin to arrange Ranger Jack Davis transfer and to look into a timber sale.
A notice highlights a twenty year accord marking long term banking stability and cooperation. The summary notes enduring financial trust and continued support between parties, reflecting sustained service and mutual benefit within the institution.
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