Modest Pay Rise Sought for Cheyenne Fire and Police
Cheyenne clergies urge city to grant a modest wage increase for fire and police personnel. The proposal adds about $2000 yearly to city expenses, with officers currently earning $50 monthly and department leaders at $160. Supporters argue the sacrifice is small for the value provided and urge residents to contact the mayor or state leader.
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Fire and Police Departments
Cheyenne
Public Service
Fire Department
Peace and Army Size Talk by Gen Hugh L Scott
General Hugh L Scott argues the United States may need a large trained army up to three million to guard against international attack but cautions against abandoning past pacific principles. He warns against mirroring Europe’s armaments and urges learning from recent wars before expanding forces.
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Hugh L. Scott
United States Army
Scott
United States
Mexican
Europe
War demands universal service to secure peace at home
The piece argues civilization risks destruction if force prevails over reason in Europe. It notes total war mobilizes entire populations, with both men and women in arms industries. It warns the U S must prepare for universal military service and, if needed, shape policy to deter possible Anglo Japanese aggression and secure peace.
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Austria
France
England
Europe
Ehella
Council of the World
Scott
Japan
Canada
Dark Outlook for the Republican Party After Hughes
The piece argues the Republican Party remains leaderless and split after the Chicago conventions. It notes factional rifts between Taftites and Rooseveltists, questions whether it can unite under a leader, and cites Walter Lippmann on whether the party can absorb Hiram Johnsons and Johnson La Follette influences. It warns of a potential four year economic crisis and uncertain future without a cohesive plan or candidate.
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New Republic
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Hiram Johnsons
Old Guard
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Mr. Bryan
Woodrow Wilson
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Roosevelt
Wilson
John Burroughs Explains Simple Life and Happiness
A Brooklyn Eagle interview visits John Burroughs at Riverby. He credits outdoor living, fresh air, and simple work for health and contentment. He warns against material excess and praises low key amusement and nature’s restorative quiet.
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Hervert
Ardell
Brooklyn Eagle
John Burroughe
Riverby
Burroughs
Mr. Burroughs
Mr. Bur
Old Moralists Denounce Fashion Fads Across Centuries
A clipped essay traces how ancient and medieval writers mocked trivial luxuries such as dyeing hair, gold rings, tooth powder, and cosmetics. It notes persistent fevered denunciations from Tertullian and Clement to Gregory Nazianzen, then contrasts with modern shocks over removing a motto from coins and laws against child labor.
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Juvenal
Seneca
Pliny
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Nile
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Tertullian
Hell
Roman Empire
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St. Gregory Nazianzan
Alexandria
As To Jack Clark Election Postmortem Held
The Carbon County Journal notes that Barrow claims Jack Clark’s landslide result was not a true measure of voter merit. Clark rose from obscurity, lacked early campaigning, and relied on towns where he spoke. Had he reached Mondell strongholds, he might have lost. Mondell disputes Barrow’s claim.
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Jack Clark
Carbon County Journal
Tit Journal
Barrow
Cheyenone
Mondell
Pamphlet Aims to Curb Unnecessary Law Suits
Two men one a local bar member and the other from the chamber of commerce collaborated on a pamphlet designed to prevent unnecessary going to law. It urges strict accounting, separate estate funds, lawful investments, insured property, and prompt tax payments.
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Chamber of Commerce
Wyoming Ad Campaign Urged For 640 Acre Homestead Law
The Laramie Republican notes the Wyoming Commercial club should consider an advertising effort aimed at the 640 acre homestead law. It highlights many good sections and potential benefits for settlers and local development.
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The
Laramie
Court Awards Damages in Cousin Romance Case
A woman sues a man identified as her third cousin claiming breach of an engagement and seeks damages of 170000 for courting and 170000 for failure to wed. Miss Richards, aged forty, also sues for 500000 in a related action.
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Miss Richards
Henry Deniston
Pittsburgh
Nettie M. Richards
Presidential vote totals show Wilson ahead in 1916 election
Complete official returns report Woodrow Wilson with 9 116 296 votes and Charles Hughes with 8 547 174, a 568 822 margin. The piece compares 1912 results, notes third party totals, and mentions a surge in suffrage states plus land policy and population growth affecting Wyoming land prospects.
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Wilson
Hughes
Taft
Roosevelt
Benson
Debs
Hanly
Prohibition
Chafin
Art world bids to sell Turner works at national gallery
London dispatch reports a heated debate in parliament over a proposal to empower the national gallery trustees to sell art bequeathed to the nation to fund new purchases. Critics warn it could breach donors’ faith and endanger the Turner collection, while supporters say curatorial redundancy justifies sales to obtain greater masterworks.
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Associated Press
Art World of
America
House of Jords
National Gallery
United States
England
J. M. W. Turner
Lord D'Abernon
Turner
Lord D’abernon
Gallery
Telegraph
Lord D.abernon
Turners
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