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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
4
Editorial quotes Woodrow Wilson on the flag representing political liberty and rights, contrasting how Americans risk forgetting these ideals when the flag is used for other ends. The piece stresses patriotic duty and civic virtue.
A bold bid to steal the republican sheriff nomination is challenged as a countywide concern. The fraud appears centered in the county clerk’s office with calls for a thorough investigation by incumbent Mr. Tupper and prosecuting attorney, and for Mr. Babbitt to prove his fitness by pursuing the case.
A Georgia debate contrasts federal power over child labor laws with state election rights. Dr Francesa M Tane argues against misusing evidence while citing Overman and Lane. The discussion notes that constitutional provisions differ from amendments in voter eligibility and state control, with a historical reference to Senate elections.
A letter argues against suffrage opposition tied to Wilson and states Hughes favors state action over federal amendment. It defends equal suffrage and criticizes suffragists aligned with the Woman's party for misrepresenting Hughes and supporting the wrong stance on the Anthony amendment.
The article criticizes Republican editors nationwide for politicizing the railroad strike, urging support for the president’s compromise that partially meets workers’ demands. It argues the party’s anti labor stance harms public interests, and says Hughes must show worker sympathy to help his campaign.
In a presidential year the article accuses Republican leaders of sacrificing sincerity for self interest. It cites Henry Cabot Lodge, Raymond Robins, and Jacob Gould Schurman, noting changed stances on Wilson's Mexican policy. The piece argues patriotism yields to politics as elections approach.
Washington reports growing irrigation advances in Wyoming Colorado and Washington under Interior Secretary Franklin K Lane. Projects include Fort Hall Idaho allotments Bowther Ute lands Pine River valley Colorado Shoshone Wind River reservation and Riverton Ditch expansion benefiting Indian allotments and nearby private lands with federal support and new water rights safeguards.
T. S. Taliaferro Jr writes to Cheyenne State Leader criticizing Hughes tariff positions. He argues Western wool prices and supply will endure postwar, warns against soft-pedal politics, and notes a Taft era official quotation misattributed to Wilson. He laments Republican messaging on tariffs and intervens.
A St Louis Republic comment praises Democratic administration over four years for modernizing the government. It highlights upgrades to the commerce department, new ships with wireless, in-house ships and launches, wireless for vessels, updated outfits, replacement of old wagons with automobiles, and expanded lighthouse service counsel. It notes improvements across four maritime services and ongoing efforts to strengthen coastal inspection and safety.
The new equipment and funding enable the department to perform its duties for the public with improved efficiency. Intelligence directed work and patient effort are credited with benefiting the nation. In New Jersey, striking factory workers in Prone wick fed themselves and continued their protest with lemonade and sandwiches, drawing police and photographers as 300 workers walked out demanding higher pay.
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