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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1916
Page
10
The article profiles a Fremont county man, Turk, a veteran of the Spanish American War and a University of Mintour graduate, now a lawyer and businessman in Riverton. It notes his farming roots, public service, and strong support from Republicans and Democrats for a second term. It mentions his marriage to Adelia Warner in 1906 and two children Janet and Norman.
Fre mont County voters are expected to approve the reelection of Marry W. Waugh as county assessor. Born in Gagetown Michigan in 1884 he moved to Wyoming in 1906 and was elected county treasurer two years ago. He is active in fraternal orders including the Knights of Pythias and Woodmen of the World.
Native Wyoming businessman Ernest Smith runs for county commissioner, promising broad countywide service beyond a single office. A stockman merchant and graduate of All Hallows College, he emphasizes local knowledge and readiness to meet community needs.
Lawrence T. B. Gaylord, Democrat, born Wisconsin September 24, 1865, has resided in Lander since 1887 and serves as Fremont County sheriff after two terms as undersheriff. A popular stockman active in politics, he is married with five children and a Woodmen of the World member. Fremont county reports expect re election and continued faithful administration.
Earl H. Burns democratic candidate for Fremont County treasurer, born in Lander thirty years ago, has lived in Lander since. A Lander High School graduate and Premont Business College alumnus, Burns previously served as deputy county treasurer and was elected treasurer in 1914. He is praised for alertness and efficiency in office.
Dr. Replogle of Lander, prominent Democrat, serves as chairman of the Fremont County Democratic Central Committee. A former physician in Chicago and University of Illinois graduate, he moved to Hudson six years ago and has since built an extensive practice. Known for decisive action, he drives voter enthusiasm and party organization, with expectations of strong ticket support for Wilson, Kendrick, and Clark.
John Hays of Pilot, a pioneer Fremont County stockman with a Wind River ranch, seeks the state legislature on the Democratic ticket. Supported by Republicans and Democrats alike, his long experience and county knowledge bolster confidence in his ability to represent Fremont County in the next session.
Hank Farlow a Fremont County pioneer and active Democrat seeks a third term as county clerk after two terms as treasurer. He is well regarded for work in the Lander valley and statewide, with strong party leadership shaping Fremont elections.
One of the most popular candidates in Premiont County is BR. DD. Cameron, a democratic hopeful for county commissioner for a two year term. Mr. Cameron was born in Buchan, SIA County, in 1860. He has
Platte County leads Wyoming in diverse proven resources including irrigation, dry farming, stock raising, mining and manufacturing. The Wyoming Development Company’s Carey Act Wheatland project irrigates over 100,000 acres near Wheatland, with 40,000 cultivated, low maintenance costs, alfalfa wheat sugar beets and orchard fruit expansion. Dairying thrives with Wheatland Creamery producing 15,000 pounds butter monthly, a large Wheatland Roller Mill, and an alfalfa mill buying nearly all local hay. A future sugar factory is anticipated as beet growing expands the region’s agricultural economy.
Platte county thrives on stock, dry farming, and mining. Cattle sheep and hogs feed across the county, with Sunrise iron mine and copper near Guernsey fueling growth. Wheatland hospital, a major private facility, pulls patients from Wyoming and nearby states, while the county pursues migration and development under progressive leadership.
Miss Mary Maloney a Princeton native with Iowa schooling and a Wyoming life certificate is praised as a capable supervisor. Her broad experience and ability to gain teacher respect are cited, along with county praise after the Teachers Institute closing when she received thanks and a gold lavalier. The piece endorses her as right for Platte County schools and urges votes for her.
Harvey Corbridge, born November 1 1884 at Rushville Tilnots, raised in Wyoming, editor and printer by trade, has long been active in Platte County politics. He married Pearl Goodrich in 1915, has a daughter, and serves as secretary of the Platte County Democratic Central Committee.
The longtime Lander resident since 1902 with broad Democratic ties seeks county commissioner post. He is noted as a prosperous rancher and stock grower, promising the same leadership qualities. Married September 10, 1564 to Annie Coleman, they have four boys and three girls.
Albert E. Hoffman of Platte county seeks the two year term as commissioner. Born in Nebraska on April 28 1884 he moved to Wheatland at age ten and later ranching and farming in Platte county shaped his career. He served as deputy assessor and is described as deeply acquainted with county needs and ready to serve.
James A. Cole of Wheatland seeks re election as Platte County Surveyor. Born October 1 1889 in Bolckow Missouri he graduated from the University of Missouri and moved to Wyoming in 1912. As engineer for Wyoming Development and the Irrigation Company he helped irrigate Wheatland and area farming lands. He previously served 1914 1916 and cites his record. Member of Masonic Lodge Wyoming Consistory and Korein Shrine.
The Platte County Democrats selected Geo Mitchell as their campaign leader a long-time resident with over thirty five years in the area. Born in Scotland in April 1859 he moved to Wyoming in 1880, built a stock raising and ranching career, and now serves as county chairman with active service to county, state, and national ticket. He is a member of Wheathind Ladys A F A M and of the commandery and consistory. Married Jennie Moir in 1894, they have five children.
George Martin of Wyoming seeks the four year term as Pratt county commissioner. Born in Canada in 1872, he moved to Wyoming in 1900 and works as a rancher and farmer. A former locomotive engineer with the Union Pacific and Northern Pacific, Martin is described as familiar with county conditions and suited to reform the office. He was married in Scene on 24. Continued on News at Page 1.
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