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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1916
Page
4
The passage asserts that the flag represents human rights and liberty rather than racial or national advantage, warning that American traditions are forgotten when the flag is used to support contrary aims, attributed to Woulrow Wilson.
Republicans prep a doctored map claiming Governor Kendrick controls ten thousand acres in the northern state. The paper notes a past boomerang map showing a fence enclosing little land and predicts the current effort will backfire if facts of the land deal hold.
A reader questions why Republicans map lands for Warren while criticizing his ownership of 46 000 acres. The letter argues governors and Warren each purchas ed state lands, citing statutes and a Wyoming Tribune stance, and frames the issue as partisan rhetoric.
The article rebuts editorials asserting all US land is arable, noting Wyoming has rocky and gravelly stretches unsuitable for farming. It argues Governor Kendrick bought land that remains grazing country, despite optimistic claims about fertile soils and potential wheat yields.
The Tribune asserts no coal lands were bought by the governor and that coal lands are reserved. It notes a state land income of 75 000 dollars a year and accuses Frank Curtis, once partner of Senator Clarence D Clark, of trying to seize that land from the state. It questions Clark’s loyalty if he returns to the Senate and suggests a debt to Curtis.
A report details Senator Clarence J. Clark as an obstructive figure in Washington. It notes his vote against stripping the postmaster general of parcel post extension power and cites his absence on key votes including the parcels post bill and the eight hour day bill.
The piece quotes Pat Sullivan denying any funds from Hamlin or COLORADO while reporting Hamlin claimed shipping 25000 into Wyoming and similar sums into Chicago. It forecasts a Democratic shift in November led by figures Wyatt Warren Clark Mondell and Pat O Connor, with Natrona County referenced.
The text credits Mr Wilson with advancing equal rights for women versus Mr Hughes and argues for equal pay for equal work. It notes a policy of $6 per day for female employees and praises Wilson for supporting equal suffrage and broader equality for all genders.
The Tribune argues for Wyoming to maximize resource use to lower taxes. It questions if the state should retain lands bought by Governor Kendruck and earn about 100 a year from leases instead of 81,000 a year in interest, claiming quicker tax relief.
Citizens question Kendrick over northern Wyoming rocky grazing lands valued at under five dollars an acre for farming. If the state had not purchased them, they would be available later to the people. the state anticipates a one hundred thousand dollar proceeds and calls for a return of the lands to the public.
Five figures appear to describe a twenty five thousand dollar spending effort in Wyoming to support Clarence Don Chirk in his United States Senate bid. The text suggests corporate money may flow from Wall Street to Wyoming to back Chirk and oppose WYOMING voters' will.
The article urges voting for the Democratic slate including Jaramie Goshen and Platte for a strong ticket in the House. It also lists Carpenter Landau and Moore for the Senate and a long Republican slate led by Hunter Olds Carroll Gibson Mitchell Natwick Palmer Sampson Hemphill Beaver.
One week remains until the election and supporters anticipate a solid Democratic win with Wilson in the White House for four more years. Kendrick Clark Pat Hayes Mrs. Graham and others gather at the county courthouse amid talk of a crackin democratic legislature.
Rumors from across Laramie County claim Pat Hayes will become the next sheriff. Supporters say Hayes is dependable and trusted to manage county funds and duties.
Dr. W. T. Hornaday appeals to Wyoming to elect a new representative who supports wildlife and forest protection. He condemns Mondell for blocking game refuges and urges voters to back Jack Clark, Mondell’s opponent, who champions conservation and Wyoming’s resources.
A letter and Mr. Smalley's reply are examined, accusing the assessor of overstaffing and misusing deputies. The piece compares 1915 costs in Laramie and Sheridan counties, noting higher rural work in Cheyenne and Sheridan and arguing the 1915 law did not justify a perpetual deputy staff.
A list of 29 reasons praising President Wilson's policies and actions. It cites peace efforts, anti-corruption moves, tariff reforms, labor protections, federal agencies, rural credits, road standards, and social reforms. It argues he upholds constitutional law and international law, supports farmers, workers, and overall national progress.
The passage questions why one assessor was not arranged to be at the office to transact business with the public. It states the law requires the assessor be present in person after the assessment roll and tax lists are delivered to the county treasurer. A taxpayer raises the issue.
The slate lists Woodrow Wilson for President and Thomas R. Marshall for Vice President. Electors are named for James P. Jordan of Cheyenne as the presidential electors.
A historical listing shows William Landaud as a candidate with a slate for state representatives including Thomas J. Carroll Joe B. Gibbon A B Mitchell Oscar O Natwick Claude F Palmer Thomas Muti M R Hemphill Charles D Beaver Ray K Olds and for County Clerk 14 Bd Graham with no contested races for Coroner or Cher Court noted.
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