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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1916
Page
4
Quote attributed to Woodrow Wilson emphasizes absolute right to political liberty and free self-government. It laments that American traditions risk being forgotten wherever liberty is challenged. The excerpt reflects constitutional rights and civic duty themes.
The Wyoming Secretary of State Noux declares in the State Leader he has never leased state or school lands for oil or any purpose. He emphasizes his outside investments are not in state lands and defends his integrity against Tribune accusations of misquoting and distortion.
A Wyoming debate pits criticism of oil investment figures against advocates of legitimate investment. The Cody Herald and Tribune are accused of partisanship in labeling investors as promoters, with reference to Hurley Oil and state office connections. The piece argues Mr. Houx and associates acted within lawful bounds, while partisan media seek to discredit them for political gain.
The Tribune shows willingness to discredit Mr Houx to harm Governor Kendrick, ignoring facts to attack certain investors for political gain. Republicans grow disgusted, abandoning leaders and papers as questions go unanswered.
A citizen letter questions the county assessor office actions claiming deputies worked without legal warrant and taxpayer funds funded unauthorized services. The letter argues commissioners approved the expenditures and that Smalley had no authority to hire beyond the legal limit, urging voters to consider this before November polls.
A public notice extols Jack Clark as superior to Frank Mondell for Wyoming's representative, praising youth energy and state-first focus. It criticizes the Hughes Penrose Frick wing of the party and touts Clark as delivering new impetus and growth for Wyoming, referencing past leaders and wartime prosperity.
A taxpayer denounces the county assessor and two deputies in Laramie County citing statutes from 1910 that set deputy duties and term dates. The writer accuses Smalley and the current and former county boards of approving$2000 yearly for two deputies, an expense the writer says exceeds law and harms taxpayers. The letter urges voters to reconsider Smalley and allies in upcoming elections.
Bargain shopper near Cheyenne cannot pay balance on a player piano. A prospective buyer offered to settle the debt with cash or payments at Cheyenne Muse House.
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