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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1916
Page
4
Editorial cites Woodrow Wilson warning that the flag upholds political liberty and free self government across races and nations, condemning drift from American tradition and urging preservation of democratic ideals.
The article analyzes a Republican candidate's remarks on women’s suffrage, noting his belief that the movement’s success is assured and advocating granting the ballot to end agitation. It contrasts this with criticism of federal action and the Anthony amendment, highlighting political calculus over principle.
The article argues Europe’s fighting is driven by passions in the Balkans with Bulgaria seeking revenge after Serbia oversteps treaties and Greece weighing entry as Bulgaria threatens Greek soil. It suggests England Germany Russia and others acted from vapidity while Romania may share the same moral posture.
Senator Penrose urges relief for munitions manufacturers crippled by the war while Mr. Hughes campaigns publicly. The debate centers on fiscal rescue and political support for affected industries.
Dr William Scheppegrell of New Orleans heads the American Bay Fever Prevention association. He cites 8600 hay fever cases in the city and argues ragweed eradication reduces pollen exposure. The piece urges education and legislation to remove toxic weeds and notes New Orleans success after cutting weeds in vacant lots.
The State Leader and Wyoming Tribune faced harsh questions directed at Mr Hughes again yesterday. In Cheyenne and Denver the exchanges provoked contempt for the Republican candidate, with critics targeting editors and repeating barbed remarks.
The piece argues Northern manufacturers have imported Southern Negroes into Detroit, noting a 150 percent population rise since 1910. It claims Detroit factory managers find southern Negro workers reliable and capable when properly trained, presenting elimination of the problem as a solution.
The report notes Russian gains on the eastern front have halted while Anglo-French forces push only about seven feet weekly on the western front. In the Balkans Bulgarians slow the advance of multiple nations, suggesting exhaustion of belligerents, not decisive victory, will end the war.
The report notes Mr Hughes did not make sarcastic remarks about excellent stock breeders and veterinarians during his Friday night appearance. Wyoming stockmen may take offense, highlighting regional tensions between public figures and local agricultural communities.
The text alleges Mr. Wilson aims to stop a railroad strike to keep railroads running so Mr. Hughes can tour the country exposing Republican weaknesses. It also mentions Mr. Bryan being ready with a retort and goods.
The Hague reports the two year mobilization of the Dutch army, with 250000 on a war footing and expenditures around 180.6 million dollars. Queen Wilhelmina and Premier Von der Linden guide a cautious neutrality while facing pressure from allies and central powers, as the press sways between pro allied and pro German sympathies.
The Boston Journal notes a shift in World War I naval thinking after Jutland. British claims of lasting naval supremacy are questioned as German actions on August 19 and submarine successes undermine prior British confidence and hint at evolving fleet balance between the adversaries.
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