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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1916
Page
4
The piece argues that opposition to Senator Rendtor Chirk should be honest and decent, not personal. It defends the State Leader as fitting a decent standard and criticizes the Republican for uncouth insinuations while urging civility and restraint in political commentary.
The Chicago convention remains unsettled with progressives backing Roosevelt and Republicans split between Hughes and Roosevelt. A conference committee aims to reconcile factions while the old guard resists Roosevelt, hoping for peace only if he is nominated. The convention shows antagonism to Teddy, and platform writers drop a military service plank, signaling a fragile campaign outlook. Justice Hughes breaks silence with America First remarks amid expected attacks.
The text reflects Roosevelt urging republican and progressive forces to unite for the nation's safety and honor, but hints the real aim is his nomination. It notes the republican platform’s adoption and assumes a potential separate platform by the Wyoming Republicans.
The Lan der Journal warns Democrats to beware ominous outcomes at the Chicago and St Louis meetings. It notes fears of overbearing control by Wilson and the dark possibilities of the Missouri gathering, including weather heat and beds for delegates.
Bouck White, a New York preacher hopeful of fame, is fined 31000 and sentenced to 30 days in jail for desecrating the American flag. He burned national emblems and distributed vulgar cartoons at his church rear, with judges urging him to leave the country.
The piece recalls generational claims of crisis and warns against erosion of virtue. It cites Harper’s Weekly via The Independent noting fears from Buchanan vs Fremont era. It highlights love of gain, local jealousies, and extreme opinions as threats to republic.
A garbled excerpt discusses the term Slungry as a password in Chicago. It mentions a newspaper reporter’s claim about Republicans under President Wilson and suggests there is no tangible ground to fight the president, implying GOP discontent.
Report notes German assault at Verdun showing strain and potential failure risk. Observers doubt German advances will yield quick gains as resistance stiffens.
The Looton Times reports that youths in England have moved into wage earning roles postwar, with boys out of school earning twenty one shillings weekly plus bonuses. Wages at or above a pound weekly are common, and labor remains scarce as shop windows display mostly Boy or Girl Wanted signs. A 14 year old seeks higher pay, while many youths shoulder responsibility, proving capable clerks and earners.
A clipped commentary compares Theodore Roosevelt to a dry, aged figure out of date. It argues his speeches lack fresh ideas since 1904, praises Democrats for modern reforms like the Federal Reserve Act and rural credits, and questions Roosevelt’s relevance amid evolving governance. The tone denounces his stated justice of rewards amid shifting political leadership.
In a sharp political critique, the piece notes Republican leaders consider Justice Hughes as a possible candidate on the eve of the 1916 nominating convention. It argues Hughes’ appeal stems from an alibi-like position, not a record of agreement with his past actions.
The article highlights the rivalry as Roosevelt battles for his party’s nomination while Boles Penrose, a top Republican power broker in Chicago, is considered for the nomination. It describes Roosevelt’s past harsh attacks on Penrose as a symbol of boss politics and factional strife within the party.
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