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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1917
Page
12
Two quotations praise obedience in soldiers while contrasting human reason and virtue. The piece argues against unquestioning obedience as a military ideal, citing Brig Gen George Bell and reflections on human faculties, ethics, and Shakespeare. It condemns European militarist traditions and warns against valorizing blind conformity.
A piece arguing that efficiency requires proper use of talent and that newspapers and magazines are the most cost effective advertising channels. It stresses employing the right expert rather than underpaying staff and warns that wasting top talent harms profits. It highlights that newspaper ads best stimulate demand and keep consumers informed.
A Kansas City Star piece reflects on Ned Buntline and the Buffalo Bill dime novels that popularized the showman hero. It notes the yellow covers, pocket portability, and use of Buffalo Bill to create atmosphere, mentioning settings like Hayes City and scenes of buffalo hunting.
The piece recalls Buffalo Bill Cody as a famed frontier showman and actor. It notes his early fame on stage in New York and Denver, his diverse roles, and the lasting impact of his Wild West performances. The author bids farewell with a somber tone and respect.
The New York World discusses clashes between democracy and elite clubs at Princeton and Yale. It cites student revolts led by a son of a former president, critiques club luxury and exclusion, and contrasts American colleges with European universities, urging reform to spare worthy non members from humiliation.
Young John D remarks that capitalists profit from labor while labor grows more vocal about taking what it can from capital. He suggests a mutual admission of sin between capital and labor to dodge penance due for past actions.
U.S. Secretary of the Navy asks for lower armor-piercing shell prices from American steel makers described as underbid by foreign competitors. The article notes the firms' refusal and urges cautious examination of their preparedness arguments.
The article suggests the Kaiser's peace offer was a strategic move with limited prospects and that the Allies may refuse while hoping for an improved position. It also indicates the Thaw case will continue, predicting a prolonged trial and a weary public awaiting further developments.
The report notes steady activity along the front as King Victor's army shows strong morale and equipment. A captured Aveirian dummy gun feature illustrates deception against Italian air scouts observed by Italian forces.
Paul Chapin and John Owens were arrested Sunday near Rock Springs and brought to Evanston. They pleaded not guilty in Justice Reece's court. preliminary hearing postponed to January 22. Chapin about 20 and Owens 18. several items of men’s clothing were taken and most recovered.
State Land Commissioner 8. G. Hopkins reports a strong rise in land office income over the last biennial period. Total cash receipts excluding trust funds rose to 1,990,841.84 from 799,278.00, with state and school land revenues totaling 796,429.21. Oil land rentals and royalties climbed to 169,420.98, and the Carey Act program faces federal delays but potential gains are noted if cooperation and funding improve.
A New Republic analysis argues that Kaiser Wilhelm II has centralized military power in the German chief of staff, notably Hindenburg, making him the virtual war lord and decision voice for Germany and its allies. The piece contends this creates a vast, legally dubious empire from the Baltic to Persia, with orders flowing from Berlin through the chief of staff to all fronts.
Washington reports the sudden death of Luis d Antin a former U S chancellor at the American embassy in Mexico City and recent confidential advisor to the Mexican ambassador designate. Friends fear homicide while Mexican officials cite natural causes cerebral congestion noted near Monterey en route to Queretaro and San Luis Potosi.
Fr C Platt argues in support of the city manager plan noting it concentrates scrutiny on one or a few capable leaders, reduces politics, and channels executive work into professional management of city departments while allowing the council to legislate. It mirrors the school system by selecting a manager rather than electing residents. A short ballot is proposed.
H Merian Allen notes Joseph H. Choate once ambassador to England and his strong domestic leanings. A London hostess recalls a witty remark about his preference for being Mrs Choate’s second husband, illustrating the era's social wit and satire.
A historical excerpt notes a repeated tense joke about Mrs Choate and her husband, causing the matron to ask who is Mrs Choate’s second husband as the audience reacts with minimal amusement.
The Russian foreign office informed entente and neutral powers that Jeannette Nemrict ta Bennett and Herald islands and nearby Arctic islets form an integral part of Russia. The article recounts the 1581 Jeannette expedition funded by the New York Herald, DeLong and crew perished after Jeannette sank, and US possession claims were never exercised.
Rene Kelly discusses a phrase A country without conversation as a critique of American civilization. The piece cites Rupert Crooke and references Johnson and Sewell noting conversation centers on weather politics and sport as common topics.
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