12 May 1869
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1869
Page
1
The account lauds the transcontinental line built by wise leaders under liberal governance. It highlights rapid progress from four to seven miles daily across deserts and rock passes, naming Durant Snyder and Hoxie as managers as the remarkable project nears completion. A golden spike will unite Occident and Orient.
The government expects major savings from Pacific railroads. Mail transport costs drop from 61 100 to 200 per mile, cutting voyage time to four or five days and eliminating lost mail sacks. Estimated annual savings reach 1 620 000, with total profits around 23 000 000 per year when bond interest is considered.
In December 1620 Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock beginning a civilization tied to the Atlantic coast. Balboa Cortes Cabrillo and De Fuca helped map western shores while Robert Gray’s Columbia voyage sparked Pacific wealth. Two great civilizational powers faced an American Desert of plains and mountains not stopping growth.
Historical Acts from the first session of the Fortieth Congress abolish the office of Chief of Staff to the General commanding the army and repeal conflicting laws. The second act amends civil service tenure provisions and allows temporary suspension with salary preserved during recess, detailing appointing and removal processes and Senate consent requirements.
A telegraphic report details a duel in New Orleans and a railroad accident in Chicago drawing wide attention. Officials investigate the incidents as witnesses describe chaotic scenes and ensuing inquiries.
A chaotic collage reports a Memphis pleasure boat accident with 11 aboard, five drowned, new Orleans indictments dismissed, a Cuban Spaniard duel, and global race challenges. Other items note wheat shipments, silk mill fire in Patterson, horse racing, billiards, a Northwestern streetcar wreck, and naval moves to curb filibusters.
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