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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1916
Page
12
Editorial argues that the flag represents universal rights and political liberty. It condemns any stance that betrays American ideals and warns against forgetting core traditions attributed to Woodrow Wilson.
The article lauds Congress for major legislative moves shaping a new economic era in the United States. It highlights the child labor law tariff commission law eight hour railroad law emergency revenue measures and an emergency revenue act. It argues these acts emancipate workers curb corruption and empower American industry while pressuring belligerents to respect American rights.
The Trades Union Congress representing two and a half million men declared last Tuesday for state ownership of the railways. President Ripley of the Santa Fe, who resists the eight hour law until ordered by the supreme court, is trying to spur a similar stance here, remarking that some people do not know when they are well off.
The text argues Hughes embodies austere courage while his exact stance against or for the Kaiser remains unclear. It speculates the Republican Party will delay nominating a candidate whose views are not known in advance.
A Northport letter to the New York Times argues that governing wisdom often arrives after events. Citing quotes from legal and historical figures, the writer reflects on hindsight and the limits of wisdom born from reflection on outcomes.
The article recounts Von Falkenhayn’s dismissal and Von Hindenburg’s rise, arguing Verdun’s siege failed and saved Paris and Russia. It notes Hindenburg’s eastern command, doubts about strategic judgment, and a shift in war aims. It also cites Edison on fore sight and observes cross currents as German Americans align with or against Wilson over the war.
Albert Ballin, director general of the Hamburg American line, predicts the war will endure another year and be won by the side that can "stick it out the longest" as he notes Germany has the necessary will and determination.
Fragmentary wartime dialogue mentions factions and retribution as tensions rise. Text implies opposing sides facing harsh actions with a judge in a difficult position. No clear event dates or named organizations are readable.
A front line action describes a corporal who, amid bombardment near Berentine Pert and High Wend, returns to aid his captain as enemy gunners threaten. He orders the company to retreat, faces enemy fire, and is killed delivering a last act of loyalty. The captain recalls the Lance Corporal’s brave choice while war rages around them.
A clipped Wheatland Times commentary charges Cheyenne Republicans with long running election theft from Democrats including precinct constables and even a United States Senate seat. It claims party insiders then stole from themselves to nominate a sheriff.
Secretary Lane notes 256 million acres of public land remain in the United States open to entry. The article laments wasted opportunities as much of the land was given away or sold cheaply. It argues the nation must recover land via credit laws to rebuild farmer livelihoods and curb rising leased farm rates.
The Milwaukee Journal notes sharp divisions in coverage of World War I policy as Chicago Tribune editorials challenge the Wilson administration. The piece argues the Tribune framing reflects a broader breakdown in support and questions whether any approach could have deterred German submarine warfare.
A historical column slams Washington's wartime torpedo methods and the idea that published critiques could have prevented attacks. It argues against blaming past actions and urges open scrutiny without appeasing official sensitivities. The piece questions accepted narratives and defending officials.
An excerpt discusses how nations name battleships, noting the United States uses state names, Britain favors grand mythic titles like Invincible and Vengeance, Germany sticks to homeland places, and France prefers symbolic names reflecting its wartime identity.
A reflective poemlike line imagines women shuttling in America for a battleship named Indéfatigable. It evokes Shakespearean fame emblazoned on a prow and England's formidable fortress as symbols of pride and endurance.
A San Francisco Bulletin piece argues for humanitarian intervention in Mexico focused on starvation relief, sanitation, and medical supply rather than armed force. It suggests employing a well supplied commissary and sanitary brigades under Herbert Hoover’s influence, coordinating with Carranza, and emphasizes feeding, health, and Christian aid to win Mexican friendship without war.
Poorer than ever notice details a troubled optical shop at 315 W 1 Tuypitt with ambiguous listing for leaders or prices and a note about clean cotton stock and related charges.
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