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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1916
Page
4
A garbled Cheyenne item mentions an unusual portofier and a second clan matter linked to Carey Ave and a telephone entry. Names appear as Edlios Hasiies Mannerr Burke and Sinclaie, with unclear roles. Further legible text needed to clarify parties, date, and outcome.
The Laramie Republican editor is attacked for lying about Governor Kendrick and campaign expenditures. The piece defends Kendrick’s statements as truthful and says Chaplin seeks to undermine opponents, urging honesty in public life and warning against partisan bile. It ends with an extreme metaphor criticizing Chaplin.
The Lusk Standard pushes for a new Wyoming liquor prohibition statute and a governor veto, while urging the question be decided by voters. The piece opposes short term prohibitory laws and favors constitutional amendment to prohibit liquor with a statewide vote.
Residents call for a city wide ordinance requiring building owners to install fire escapes and safety exits. Proponents argue state law should compel Cheyenne to enforce these provisions for all buildings including schools.
The article notes an Austrian king left a fortune of 26 million and, instead of bequeathing it to relatives or friends, pledged twelve million to a fund for soldiers invalids and families of men killed in war. It lauds his generosity and claim it reflects a kind heart.
The United States plans to build three superdreadnought battleships displacing 42,000 tons each with 20.5 knots speed and twelve 14 inch guns, following recent contracts for 22,600 ton ships Colorado Maryland Washington and West Virginia. The Queen Elizabeth and earlier ships emphasized modern scale and power as naval competition grows amid European War.
The Wyoming State Fair at Douglas drew large crowds despite poor weather. Exhibits showcased outstanding grain, fruit, and vegetables from irrigated and dry farms, with Big Horn county earning top fruit honors and Sheridan and Washakie counties praised for displays. livestock showed modest attendance with notable Shire and Belgian horses among entries.
A dated dialect poem frames a child's Christmas hopes and mischiefs with family voices. Willie faces teasing from siblings and pets, endures a whipping threat, and plans to be well behaved for gifts. Grandmother envisions a missionary future, while Christmas candy and toys spark imagination and naughtiness.
A London era analysis notes Santa Claus moving his toy and doll factory to America as U.S. makers boost business by about 10 million dollars last year. The piece contrasts steel and electric toys with traditional Noahs arks and wooden dolls, predicting enduring doll popularity for girls and reflecting on ancient toy culture.
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