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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
3
All Woodmen invited to Phoenix Camp No. 144 W O W picnic at Natural Fort on Sunday August 22. Auto trucks depart Fraternal Hall at 8 o clock. Round trip fare one dollar. Phoenix Camp provides the eats. Bring families and sweethearts.
A historical recap traces the suffrage movement from Susan B. Anthony’s 19th century leadership through the formation of the National Woman Suffrage Association and later militant tactics. It notes key figures, proposed amendments, state ratifications, and pivotal events up to diverse state approvals in the 1919 period.
The article recalls early opposition from both genders starting in 1878 with a committee led by Mrs. W. T. Sherman protesting extending suffrage to women. It notes the rise of anti suffrage groups culminating in the 1911 National Association opposed to a woman suffrage, led by Mrs. Arthur M. Dodge. It cites international examples and notes the growing role of women in politics as the movement moves toward a coming convention and platform drafting.
Mrs. Mancarmi Danz of 743 N 25th Street Philadelphia says Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her organic troubles and headaches after doctors failed. She reports relief from pain, improved sleep and appetite and urges others to try the remedy.
The article discusses laws affecting women including inheritance, divorce, and guardianship. It cites concerns that these statutes create unequal rights and privileges for women, with debates on reform and enforcement across jurisdictions.
Residents are urged to report corrections for the new telephone directory. About twenty nine hundred names are expected in the edition and individuals should notify authorities of any changes to ensure accurate listings.
Officials say the new directory will be press ready by September 10 and distributed by October 1, with about sixty new names added. C H Burns reports gradual growth in installed phones and explains delays due to material shortages, cable limits, and facility constraints, though orders will be filled as promptly as possible.
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