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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1878
Page
9
A sprawling column of notes covers armies, diplomacy, and local tales. It notes Austria’s army strength, Indian transfers, church leadership shifts, a Gloucester land dispute, Parisian operatic sightings, and a mix of American political maneuvering, naval orders, and social satire.
The dispatch discusses Russia advancing in regions England claims influence over, with Turkey's fate and Greece as focal points. It argues England seeks dominance in the East, opposed by Austria, forecasting war and possible American sympathy for Russia. The piece urges strict neutrality and warns against aiding either power, citing international law.
The dispatches report General James Shields, nominated by Gen. Butler for doorkeeper of the House, faces intense opposition from the Democracy in the chamber. The House has spent days removing Polk and now debates how long Shields will endure the political struggle.
General Thomas C. Deven died on the 4th in New York City after a long Civil War career. He began as lieutenant colonel of the First New York Cavalry, later commanded the Sixth New York Cavalry, then led the Second Brigade First Division in the Army of the Potomac. He and his men helped in Cedar Run and Five Forks, earning a battle flag from General Sheridan. Postwar he served in Arizona and Texas, becoming colonel of the Third U.S. Cavalry before illness led to his death at Fort Lara me.
Cheyenne Leader notes discovery of gold along the Sweetwater from Three Crossings to Split Rock, a fourteen mile stretch with paying quantities. The writer plans further prospecting at streams feeding the Green mountains while praising local farming potential and noting Ute approval.
Chicago stock market notes receipts 2 780 head and 970 for the week ending April 6 with shipments 3 480. Prices for shipping steers range from 3 90 to 4 25, fair to good for feeders around 3 50, and butcher steers near 3 90. Good shippping quality in demand. cattle market shows moderate supply and active feeders.
The article extols health as the greatest gift and praises Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a universal remedy. It claims the tonic increases vitality, regularizes body functions, and defends against diseases including malaria, with a suggested dose of half a wine glass before meals to improve appetite and digestion.
Notice describes three animals including a grey horse mule branded PR and a bay horse branded US with P on the left fore shoulder and blind in one eye. A small black horse mule with brand markings is also listed, all part of a loss near Grow Creek, seven miles east of Cheyenne. A liberal reward is offered for return to Baxter's Ranch. The text also notes dissolution of Swan Brothers with Henry Swan retiring and remaining partners A T Swan and Thomas Swan forming Swan Brothers.
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