Denver and Colorado News Roundup From 1877
Weekly Leader reports city appointments including Chas H Terry as City Sexton and R Blackstone as City Engineer. It notes Denver smallpox hospital overflow and a new facility, a Colorado Central extension ranking among the era’s longest rail lines, a silver payout to Union Pacific workers, and security concerns from Cheyenne and Arapaho tensions. Also mentions a theft incident in Denver, tramps’ kiting scheme, and Western Union telegraph rule charging collect on unpaid messages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. H. Terry
Denver
Omaha
William Gentleman
G. H. Farmer
N. W. Lansing
Colorado Central
John H. Bowman
Hat Creek
Wyoming
R. Blackstone
Bresnahen
Union Pacific
John Mahar
Cheyenne
M. E. Post
Frank Whitney
Keets
Whitney
Mr. Post
Post
Lake City
Colo
Ouray
United States
Southern Pacific
Minneapolis and
St. Louis
Steam Printing House
Secretary of War
U. S. Senate
Christian Church
Camp Supply
Indian Territory
Arapahoes
Bik
Powder Face
Big Monk
Western Union Telegraph Co
New York
Orton
Bannack and Shoshone Agency Raid Captures Villages
Special correspondent reports a cavalry raid near Fort Hall Idaho capturing Bannack villages two encampments and disarming about 400 to 500 warriors. Gen John T. Smith directed the operation with Maj Montgomery Bryant Captains Krause Vanderslice Trotter and officers from the Fourteenth Infantry and Fifth Cavalry. A second group captured Medicine John Pokie and their warriors. The force will move to Corinne then Fort Russell. the stage line superintendent heads east to Hillsboro Ohio to meet Sheriff Seth Bullock with one prisoner.
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Bannack and
Fort Hall
Idaho
Fifth Cavalry
Cheyenne
John TE. Smith
Fourteenth Infantry
Montgomery Bryant
Krause
Vanderslice
Trotter
Buffalo Horn
Medicine John
Smith
Bryant
Hart
Kellogg
Payne
Pokie
Corinne
Fort Russell
Reddy
Luke Voortees
Cheyenne and Black Hills
Hillsboro
Ohio
Seth Bullock
Deadwood
McKenna
Black Hills
Bullock
Fatal Lamp Accident At Grand Island Neb
Mrs EB V Clark of Omaha was fatally burned last Monday when a lamp overturned. Her clothes burned away and she died at her daughter Mrs D Ackerman’s Grand Island home where she had been visiting for under a week. She was also mother to Mrs Ed M Bloomer of Fort Laramie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Island
Neb
EB. VY. Clark
Omaha
D. Ackerman
Ed. M. Bloomer
Fort Laramie
Clark
Durant engine stay sparked by city council clash
The piece argues against laying up the Durant engine claiming water works can meet fire needs but warns insurance costs rise if the engine is halted. It cites likely savings only if a building is saved, and notes schools and residences without hydrant access risk total loss without Durant service.
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New
Durant Gities
Reno mine ore yields 250 ounces valued at $4500 in Deadwood
The first clean-up from a three days’ run on the Reno mine near Gayville produced 250 ounces of gold valued slightly over $4500. Ninety-three tons of ore were crushed at an average of $50 per ton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deadwood
Reno
Gayville
Fort Martins notes and city personnel changes
Advices from Fort indicate a planned night escape and hanging of George by Fifth Cavalry soldiers angry over Sergeant Moore's shooting. New City Council session confirms nominations for City Clerk J K Jeffrey and City Treasurer Isaac Bergman, with Kingman briefly named City Attorney then replaced by C N Potter. Policemen to be reduced to three. council to meet tonight.
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Russell
Fifth Cavalry
Moore
George
Bresnahen
J. K. Jeffrey
Isaac Bergman
D. J. McDonald
J. W. Kingman
M. E. Waldragen
C. N. Potter
Sheep wealth rises in Lower South Platte valley report
The Evans Journal notes at least 50,000 sheep valued at 150000 dollars yielding wool income of 450000 annually. It questions the impact on Weld county cattle and horse breeding but hopes mutual accommodation prevents detriment while pathways for profitable investment remain within the region. The piece expresses cautious optimism and warns against future complaints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evans
Lower South Platte Valley
Weld County
Wyoming Oil and Salt Springs
Major J. H. Conkling returns from the Jen ney’s Stockade oil region reporting rising interest. Fifty two claims are filed with cabins under construction. Bascom and Randall hold claims nearby and praise the oil indications as the best yet seen. About ten miles north six salt springs yield one pound of salt per gallon of water. Preparations begin for salt pan operations.
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Wyoming
Deadwooop
J. H. Conkling
Jenney’s Stockade
Messrs
Bascom and
Randall
Auction Sociables Sell Local Women For Charity
A Waukesha Democrat report describes an auction sociable to raise church funds. Women, including a seventy five year old, dress in loose gowns and have their faces concealed before being auctioned to the highest bidder for one evening. The winner then must devote full attention to the lady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat, Carney
Waukesha Democrat
cAfter
Masked ball ethics in a bustling social scene mentions
The text describes ladies at a masked ball who must not be courted by other men, with the evening ending as masks come off. Many men discover they have been courting their own wives or other married ladies, highlighting social entanglements.
Expressman Rescued by Goats in Stable Hall Unfolding
An expressman delivering baled hay at a First Ward stable was paid when a billy goat knocked him aside. He flew into a manure pile. The ranch mistress laughed as neighbors watched. The expressman plans to prosecute the animal for assault and battery.
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Expréssmann
Sitting Bull Camp Near Fort Keogh Reports Large Lodge Stronghold
From Fort Keogh Montana dispatches claim Sitting Bull camps at Frenchman’s Creek with over a thousand lodges. About eight hundred Nez Perces and agency refugees join his force totaling twenty three hundred armed fighters. Chiefs Black Moon Four Horns Long Dog Red Bear present. Two infantry companies dispatched to Fort Peck to threaten both posts. Miles commands five hundred men.
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Milés
Fort Kéogh
Montana
Sitting Bull
Frenchman’s Creek
Peck
Keogh
Miles
Back From the Big Horn Ex Expedition Member Returns
Tom McDermott of the Big Horn expedition arrives in town recounting a July voyage that uncovered a stampede plot paying $200 to lead the outfit. He says the party was attacked by the Nez Perces, several were killed or captured, and he was rescued by Crow Indians. He advises against the trek for gold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom McDermott
Big Horn
Deadwood
Charlie Lyons
Corinne
Utah
Nez Perces
Crow Mission
East Fork
Yellowstone River
McDermott
B. H. Times
Send It In News Tip Request To Readers
Prompt readers to contribute local happenings by sending postal cards with news items about deaths marriages injuries sales or other notable events for the home paper. Encourage tips on any item of interest to the neighborhood.
Greenbacks at a Premium in Denver
Denver witnessed greenbacks trading above par as gold discounts shifted with New York quotes. A $20 piece equaled about $19.90 in Denver due to local gold discount dynamics, reflecting a one half percent premium on greenbacks and satisfying readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
New York
City Council Committees Formed by Mayor Bresnahen
Mayor Bresnahen appointed City Council committees with chairs and members. Finance committee includes Addams as chairman with Marks, Reel, Reid and Hammond. Fire Department committee with Reel as chairman plus Masten, Caswell, Reid and Hibbard. Police committee with Hammond as chairman and Mas ten, Hibbard, Addams and Granger. Streets and Alleys committee with Marks as chairman and Caswell, Hibbard, Granger and Masten.
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Bresnahen
Addams
Marks
Reel
Reid
Hammond
Fire Department
Masten
Caswell
Hibbard
Granger
Military Discipline at Fort Sanders Ends in Court Martial
At Fort Sanders Col Henry of the Third Cavalry enforces strict restraint. A general court martial tries petty offenders including a group who used John Wright to guard sleighs after a concert. They are fined 20 dollars to Wright, plus 8 dollars each for discipline, totaling 28 dollars per man. The paymaster will compensate citizens for any property damage upon proper complaint. The article also notes local industry, weathered scenes, and Indian horse-stealing tactics.
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Henry
Third Cavalry
Fort Sanders
John Wright
John
Wright
Rantankerous Redskins at Spotted Tail Agency
Joseph Bosler reports Sioux at Spotted Tail and Red Cloud bands vow to leave the Missouri river by spring. Census shows about 55 hundred with 15 hundred absentees. chiefs debate actions while guards escort miscreants. Bosler and partners supply beef to twenty agencies, a seven year renewal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Bosler
Chicago
Spotted Tail
Times
Red Cloud
Missouri River
Bosler
Sheridan
Crook
Texas
Union Pacific Earnings Report Years 1876 77
Union Pacific freight earnings 1877 7 581 268 238 against 7 804 123 50 1876 gain 277 144 78. Passenger earnings 1877 3 681 702 01 against 4 307 662 53 1876 decrease 625 960 52. Overall gross earnings 12 638 387 76 for last year and 12 888 85 84 1876 decrease 248 517 08.
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Union Pacific Railroad Company
Dooley's Baking Powder Ad Promotes Health and Economy
An old advertisement extols Dooley's Baking Powder and Good Wine Needs No Bush claiming pure tartar from grape juice, full can weights, and healthful, delicious breads and pastries. The copy emphasizes economical value beyond cost.
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Dooley
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Weekly Leader
Cheyenne Weekly Leader
Durant
South Platte Valley
Auction Sociables
Zambezi
Gant Bey
Taw
Cache-la-Poudre
Judge Carey
20Th and
Ferguson Streets
Rock Springs
The
Colorado Coal Co
Boulder Valley
R. H. Johns
Redskins
Jos Bosler
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