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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1916
Page
4
A Woodrow Wilson line extols the flag as honoring human rights, political liberty, and self government across all races and origins, warning that America’s traditions waver where these rights are denied.
A Wyoming Tribune political column accuses Republicans of using relatives of office seekers to gain access to public funds. The author argues the GOP's real aim is to regain power, feed from the national crib, and protect an army of agitators, while noting lists may be incomplete and historically recurring partisan behavior.
The text debates whether a Wyoming governor can seek the U S Senate under the state constitution. It cites Francis E B Warren’s 1890 candidacy while governor, noting Warren, a Republican, could run for federal office. The author questions why a Democrat would face ineligibility if a Republican was permitted.
An analysis notes local Maine election results favor Republicans by a slim margin amid strong local issue focus. The piece argues a reduced governor’s win signals limited national impact, while a Podunk county justice of the peace victory in New York could be seen as a mere omen for larger party hopes.
Albert de Roode, former Civil Service Reform counsel, shows Hughes as governor issued 218 civil service exemptions in under four years versus Odell’s 182 and Higgins’ 62. He cites 345 special exemptions totaling 1,076,249.88 in compensation, with the Civil Service Commission acting as spoils dispensers. de Roode notes efforts to appoint a merit-system commission failed.
A London illustrated daily used a yachting image captioned Capt. Max Valentiner as the Lusitania pirate. The photo depicted Cornelia Vanderbilt instead, sparking speculation that English readers see criminals in villains’ faces.
The piece notes Ida M. Tur hell and the Ladies Auxiliary backing President Wilson while Dr. Anna Tleward Shaw, though a Republican, asserts Wilson has done all he would for the suffrage movement, signaling shifting GOP dynamics.
The Wyoming Republican Publicity Bureau now claims credit for all appropriation funds allocated by the current Democratic federal administration for reclamation work in Wyoming. The motto cited is to criticise Democrats where possible, and when unable, claim their credit for actions taken.
Tribune notes Laramie county highways need improvement to access Cheyenne’s scenic spots and nearby trout streams. Call for safer, better roads to reach mountain bowers and summer browsing areas.
Republicans argue the press avoids Hughes speeches and falls short in meeting arguments, suggesting a bias toward pleasant news and ignoring critical issues.
Gieverowent reports indicate crop yields in Wyoming may rise this year. Democratic concerns are noted but the article provides no further details.
Ida M. Tarbell declares Wilson the first real progressive leader of this decade and criticizes Roosevelt for being out of date. She praises Wilson’s foreign policy and cautions progressives that Wheeler or Hughes lacks alignment with progressive aims.
The San Francisco Bulletin notes weeks of shifting stance by Weeks of Massachusetts Oliver of Pennsylvania and others. They once opposed workers now profess sympathy and worry that progress may threaten the republic as they temper demands for higher wages and better conditions.
A Dayton flood tale recalls two stranded women on a roof. a candle lit in a window becomes a beacon through darkness. The candle's glow sustains hope as distant fires and night deepens the peril, guiding the women until rescue.
Survivors clung to debris and battled tearing waves before being saved, showing resilience and determination amid peril at sea. Authorities report no further details on voyage or passengers.
The Chicago Herald reports C P Cary who cites Washington bureau of education figures to claim schooling adds about 9 dollars per day to lifetime earnings. He argues education raises living standards and strengthens communities and national life.
The natives of the Danish Islands in the West Indies observe holidays from many nations with apparent impartiality. They mark the Fourth of July for the United States, the Fourteenth of July for Martinique, and celebrate royal and imperial birthdays from Denmark England and Germany. They also observe the Sabbath in a notable fashion and keep various local holidays.
Magistrate Fordham chides a woman seeking action against a man who smashed her window. A phonograph played loudly at 10 o clock at night, provoking temper and further trouble, as the magistrate warns against starting a public quarrel.
An article explains carbon knock or pre ignition caused by carbon deposits on piston heads and cylinders, its audible hammering, and how early ignition worsens wear. It also covers battery overheating due to excessive charging, and bulb longevity tied to higher voltage bulbs, plus guidance on sourcing car specifications and a motors column by Albert L. Clough.
TOKIO Sept 13 AP Japan endured an unusual political crisis that threatened a ministry change but ended without action. Premier Okuma signaled retirement and possible resignation but later stayed, amid rival factions led by Terauchi and Kato.
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