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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1916
Page
7
Editorial notes at the National Patented association convention in Te rolehie week discuss standardizing school systems and monitoring progress to plan a uniform national system. It mentions Senator Sherman's bill for a National University in Washington and links education centralization to federal control praised by President Wilson.
The piece mocks opponents who compare children to pigs while arguing for the Keating federal child labor bill. It asserts that civilized societies protect youth longer and that critics who equate children to animals reveal ignorance and moral low ground.
Five jurors were tentatively accepted and two more prospects were selected by the state as the Lorimer trial began in Chicago. Attorneys expected at least a week to complete the jury.
A Wyoming senator, C. D. Clark, delivered a sharp partisan speech in Sheridan on Washington’s Birthday, denouncing President Wilson and criticizing preparedness and tariffs. The address framed as a patriotic tribute drew accusations of bias and political maneuvering to protect Republican interests.
Wyoming offers central location near resources and rail lines for munitions plants and military bases. Fort Russell and other posts already secure defense presence, making the state a strong candidate for centralized defense logistics and grain and mineral supply. The Wiliston Pacific railroad is highlighted as a key strategic asset in defending national interests.
Visiting lists mention Mrs. Joseph Carey and Arabella Scott’ s stay at Careyhurst for a week with the Carey family. The Martin Branson wedding draws guests from Granite Canyon Las Lunas and San Francisco. Governor Kendrick attends wool growers meeting at Casper, others travel from Sheridan Basin to Cheyenne.
An advertisement urges immediate treatment for cold coughs and bronchial infections. It promotes a remedy claiming to cure bronchial coughs croup and colds, offered as the best economical choice, with detailed preparation and guaranteed effectiveness.
Idaho guests visit parents in town while other residents return home from Cheyenne and Denver. Local figures including Mr. and Mrs. Hawley Miss McIntosh and Mrs. McFarlane plan moves or visits to Casper Ogden Junction City and Denver with family ties noted.
The item lists several social gatherings: Mrs S G Hopkins hosts the Thursday Bridge club this afternoon, and Mrs Ralph hosts Capitol Hill club this afternoon. An auxiliary card social at Capitol hall invites the public with prizes and refreshments. Mystic Maze club meets Friday afternoon with Mrs Frank Smith replacing Mrs Taylor as hostess. Frontier Hive No 11 hosts a card party this evening at Mrs Bogensberger’s home at 208 West Twentieth Street with games starting at eight. Past Matrons Club attendance noted.
In the afternoon the Pastor cae and bak peaecaky group met at Mrs Horace Jenkin’s home. Ladies chatted in two pleasant living rooms with red and white carnations. April plans were discussed and past officers of the O E S I were noted as social guests. Refreshments were served with assistance from Mrs Carl Metcalf and Mrs Robert Jerpe.
The Whittier Club met at Mrs Merry Durham’s home with ten members present. Topics included Car rent Events and The Coming of Hebrew Nation led by Mrs. Mark Meley Mrs. W. T. Dumm and Mrs. A. Knowles. The A. R. Club planned a future meeting with Mrs. A. H. Doane. The Woman's Club welcomed Dr. G Johnston to discuss advances in medical science electricity and medical education. A social hour with tea followed hosted by Mrs. W. R. Schnitger and Mrs Fred Sheldon and a refreshment committee served pastries and beverages.
Classified notice seeking a half-dozen items from a Farmers' Exchange in California. Mentions post office location and a 644 reference code for the listing. Local brief style reflects a rural commerce notice.
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