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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1916
Page
12
The speaker asserts that honor is for public virtue not personal gain and that the flag represents universal human rights and political liberty. They warn that whenever the flag stands for oppression American traditions fade.
The letter argues that Frank N. Houx will have only one vote on state boards even if he becomes acting governor, countering Tribune claims of his control. It notes boards like land commissions include Edith K. O. Clark and Gates, with mixed party representation, denying Houx improvised dominance.
Judge Carey lauds Frank L. Houx as a capable acting governor in waiting noting his clean record and Europe trip while Wyoming Tribune questions his promoter role and motives. The piece contrasts Carey’s favorable view with the Tribune’s critical take and cites Kendrick Houx road boosting and Wilson era good roads advocacy as proof of effective state leadership.
A Literary Digest note details a straw vote by union labor officials from over 100 locals. Of 457 reporters, 332 favored Wilson, 47 backed Benson, and 49 supported Hughes, with reasons citing legislation aiding workers and wartime neutrality, while opposition centered on minor administration details and corporate influence in New England factory towns.
The piece defends a life saving surgical procedure by Woodrow Wilson amid opposition from judges Hughes Taft and critics. It argues the public favors saving lives over clamor to undo the operation, noting the patient survived and the nation avoided a railway strike.
Frank G. Curtis of New York lauds Senator Clark and Congressman Mondell while criticizing their legislative records. The Tribune notes Curtis’s group seeks state oil lands in Wyoming’s Salt Creek fields, implying unlawful tactics and alleging litigation by oil companies.
Ex Governor Sam R Van Sant called the Grand Old Man in Minnesota and praised President Wilson in a St Cloud Daily Times address. He asked who stands first before the world and answered that it is Wilson, stating he is fighting our battles and deserves the nation s support.
The Wyoming Tribune disputes claims that Clarence D. Clark secured the U S Senate seat and argues the State Leader’s attacks misstate Clark’s grip. The piece defends Clark as in possession of steady leadership despite criticism.
J. 8. Torrence of Los Angeles a major investor in Mexico and owner of Torrence California speaks in favor of President Wilsons Mexican policy. He notes low land prices due to unsettled conditions, bandit raids causing losses, but cites cattle price gains and long term ranch profitability. He argues investors knew the risks and urges backing Wilson and avoiding calls for American sacrifices.
Miss Henrietta Rodman of New York endorses President Wilson and leads civic efforts in public education and equal rights for married women in public service. She contrasts Wilson's social reforms with Hughes and stresses world peace, national unity, and constructive international policy as key to civilization. Her remarks precede notes on masquerade dances by Knights.
The document lists a full slate for President and Vice President THOS R MARSHALL electors James P Smith Casper J L Jordan Cheyenne A M Brock Buffalo for U S Senator John B Kendrick for Representative in Congress John D Clark for State Senate J R Carpenter Lee Moore William Landau for State Representatives Thomas J Carroll Joe E G A B Mitcell Oscar O Natwick Claude FP Palmer Lloyd C Sampson Thomas Sunter M R Hemphill Charles D Beaver Ray K Olds for County Clerk Ida R Graham for Sheriff Pat Hayes for County Treasurer Sam D Scituertz for County Attorney Sam M Thompson for School Superintendent Mamie Eb Hefferon with no contests listed for Coroner or Clerk of Court.
Marion NERDY endorses Woodrow Wilson citing a constructive policy for war and peace. The letter praises banking reforms credit access for farmers readiness for global trade labor laws containment of militarism and arbitration supports neutrality and Mexico policy while defending Wilson against critics.
A Wyoming editorial questions Senator Clarence D. Clark’s long Senate tenure and his voting record. It cites numerous votes from 1911–1913 on Lorimer, federal reserve, Alaska railroad, post office, rural credits, Panama canal, tariffs, immigration, and more, urging voters to demand a change for a representative aligned with Wyoming’s interests.
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