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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1916
Page
11
A quotation attributed to Woodrow Wilson emphasizes that the flag represents honor and the right to political liberty and free self government. It asserts that American tradition should not be forgotten and defends the enduring meaning of national symbols.
Colonel Roosevelt endorses Republican nominee Hughes, prompting a split in the Progressive party. A majority of the progressive committee votes to endorse Hughes while a minority and key figures reject the move, signaling a significant shift in support and potential impact on Wilson’s bid.
The piece lauds the resilient stance of loyal citizens facing demanding times and praises Woodrow Wilson while noting Roosevelt’s weight in bolstering the Republican cause. The text frames Wilson as achievement driven and Roosevelt as strengthening party momentum amid exigencies.
The article notes general approval of city authorities closing a dance for refusing entry to state guardsmen and praises the management for apologizing. It cites incidents in Sheridan and Powell where citizens faced consequences for disrespect, arguing guardsmen deserve support and patriotism remains vital for enlistment.
Goshen county residents announce a preparedness picnic on July 4 at Old Port Laramie to discuss selling the old fort to the federal government for use as a military school. Promoters seek a monument marking where empire builders found refuge and hope to found a western West Point with support from prominent state figures and Cheyenne attendees.
Political writer Sammel Blythe describes convention participants as fiercely American and notes Roger Sullivan wearing a red white and blue shirt Tom Taggart shaving his mustache to resemble George Washington and rumors that Charles F Murphy has Old Glory tattooed on his chest for voters.
The Natrona County Tribune cites a November ballot theme as jawbone against backbone and highlights a Samson reference. It notes a dispatch claiming German funds aim to defeat President Wilson, suggesting Germans may not finance Hughes or Wilson opponents this year.
A St. Paul Pioneer Press item notes a Wyoming case in which a man who killed his wife would have slept through his hanging at 3 a.m if awakened ten minutes earlier. The writer laments the quiet conscience of a man who slays his spouse.
Local mockup notes Cheyenne as a colorful living place in a banana belt with mentions of McO and Drady's linew plant, reflecting a playful regional quirk.
An analysis argues the president should mount a robust defense against attacks from partisan newspapers. It claims these outlets are driven by a desire to gain influence rather than solid foundation for their critiques.
The Atlantic fleet appoints Frank F. Fletcher as new commander in chief while Thomas Mayo earns the rank of admiral. Mayo, a Vermont native born December 3, 1856, served in Tampico in 1914 and in Vera Cruz with US forces, later rising through naval ranks to captain and finally rear admiral before this latest promotion.
An essay argues that asking Do you follow me is flawed and rarely honest. It advises expressing ideas clearly and ending with action. The piece then notes ongoing church reunification efforts in 1919 1920, highlighting historical splits and possible consolidations among Methodists Presbyterians and Baptists.
A Boston Traveler clipping mocks a local politician who calls himself a statesman. The piece parodies a payroll patriot and a United States senator debating job availability and a proposed commission to investigate the lack of jobs.
Miss Irace Reed principal of Willard school criticizes the word preparedness as awkward and hard to utter in patriotic slogans. She cites Admiral Dewey and Gridley on ready and suggests a national vote for a simpler American slogan amid ongoing Methodist unification discussions.
A Boston Globe piece explains a proposed summer hat for suffragists. The white sailor style cap features a bow in union colors purple white and yellow. Cost details are mentioned for men curious about price.
An editorial discussing the natural right of boys to whistle as a daily trait. It argues whistleing is inherent to boyhood, inherited from fathers, and justified by logic, urging tolerance toward men who whistle and opposing attempts to suppress the habit.
The Upper Mississippi valley and Plains states will see generally fair weather with normal temperatures for three days. Local showers possible around Wednesday, then fair and cooler conditions. The Rocky Mountain and Plateau regions expect similar weather with showers possible in the first half of the week in northern Rockies and Idaho.
A political leader pledges to pay a good price for clean cotton ragas, signaling support for farmers. The vow frames agricultural aid as a key policy focus in the next term.
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