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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
12
The republican press raged over Governor Kendrick 1912 expense report while Wyoming Senator Clark backed William Lorimer amid the Illinois bribery scandal. Lorimer’s contested seat showed Clark voting for his retention in multiple congresses.
A historical quotation by Woodrow Wilson proclaims that the flag symbolizes honor and universal political liberty for all mankind, regardless of race or origin, warning that American traditions risk fading when rights are compromised.
A morning page highlights Governor Kendrick's 1915 push to conserve Wyoming waters. It notes the need for storage, surveys, and state filings to reclaim tens of thousands of acres. The legislature appropriated $10,000, enabling reservoir site location and water rights for reclamation and development.
The piece lauds a three senate ticket and a group of house candidates as capable, citing J Ross Carpenter Lee Moore and William Landau as sowing strong county representation. It questions Senator Clark’s record and votes on issues like the Child Labor Act and antitrust efforts.
The item praises Mr. Wilken and his administration, stating he can stand without props and that his governance remains firm. The quote suggests critics fail to undermine his position as Tribune headlines imply.
The piece defends Judge Gibson Clark, an eminent attorney, whose September 6 1912 opinion on campaign expenditure statutes supported John B. Kendrick. It claims Kendrick followed the law and denounces the Wyoming Tribune for unfair and untruthful methods aimed at defeating Kendrick.
Murdock through the Wichita Eagle endorses President Wilson for re election. He says Wilson has enacted significant progressive measures and would advance them further than Hughes. He faults Hughes for disappointing progressive expectations as Democrats gain more prominent backers daily.
Reading in yesterday morning's issue, Mondell’s attack on the Wilson administration drew strong public reaction in Wyoming. Voters recall his bitter vituperation and debate whether his actions misrepresented the government. Supporters of Creel and Mayo defend the administration’s conduct as brave and dignified.
A reader asks whether Frank Mondeil, accused of misrepresenting the Wilson administration in connection with the Tampico incident, profited from campaign rhetoric and sought reelection to the National House. The query questions whether a man who would misrepresent his government deserves high office at state or national levels.
In a long exasperated note dated Oct 19 1016 JACK MOORE writes from Buffalo to Congressman Mondell. He rails at Wyoming land policies railroads land locators and dry farming issues while recounting past speeches and political clashes. He hints at future revelations about the Sheridan Post and questions the truthfulness of campaign rhetoric.
Thomas A Edison with John Burroughs Henry Ford and Luther Burbank endorse Woodrow Wilson praising his humanity and constructive statesmanship. They contrast Rockefeller and Hughes with Wilson and argue the nation favors the president’s grand ideas and leadership.
A late night phone messenger service advertises prompt delivery and reasonable rates. The notice states operation until 2 am and emphasizes reliable, speedy service for customers needing messages conveyed after hours.
State Leader notes October issue missteps in the office and defends deputies William Yost and Nels Perry as excellent public servants. The writer recalls Arthur Snook, penniless with an unfinished mail order envelope job, asking for a continuance so he could support his wife and baby while jailed.
Ashley L. Gleason asks voters to review his past record in a 1916 statement. The note defends Pat Hayes, clarifying Hayes did not write or participate in a cited article.
Republicans push prosperity claims tied to war munitions sales while Senator Penrose on the floor opposes the war revenue tax. He notes many manufacturers failed, bankruptcy rose, most made little or no profit, a few earned fair to good gains, and the policy now became law.
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