Wyoming Colonization Plan and Military Budget Critique
The piece argues for organized immigrant colonies in Wyoming with pooled resources and shared land, praising early success in Colorado and urging mass settlement. It condemns federal military cuts, urging increased army and navy funding to prepare for potential conflicts. It notes political and international rumors and highlights economic distress across the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming Territory
Wyoming
Greeley
Colorado
Debated value of military academy education
The letter argues against funding West Point and Annapolis, calling cadets largely worth only a common laborer after graduation. It cites Robeson and Thompson eras of low pay and waiting orders, suggesting officers may seek private fortunes or other work if government fails to support them. It stresses officers’ lifelong dedication and limited versatility after training.
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United States
Wyoming
West Point
Annapolis
Robeson
Naval Service
Thompson
Cutting Timber on Public Lands Washington Dispatch
A Washington dispatch reports reforms in timber protection. Depredators on government timber will be detected and punished under a new system of special agents, replacing the old timber-merchant network. Seizures in Minnesota and Louisiana exceed two decades of government recovery, with broader anti theft aims nationwide including the Pacific coast and mining districts. The Commissioner believes proper funding could stop plundering and save millions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Schurz
Williamson
Department
Minnesota
Louisiana
Pacific Coast
Rumored Utah Rebellion Not Supported by War Department
The Secretary of War says no emergency exists in Utah requiring more troops. Information from military officers does not confirm recent reports of a threatened Mormon uprising. Gov. Emery privately agrees troops are sufficient, and headquarters view pleas for reinforcements as benefiting sutlers and post traders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of War
Utah
Emery
Hatred of the Czar Sanctions Polish Rebel Count’s Execution
Report recounts Count Krysueski, leader in the Polish rebellion of 1863, being shot at Warsaw by order of a Russian court martial. Once a Paris refugee, he pled for clemency after returning but was promptly arrested, imprisoned, sent to Siberia, escaped, and was recaptured and executed. The piece condemns the czar’s decision and contrasts with American postwar policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Krysueski
Warsaw
Paris
Siberia
America
Solving the Mormon Question Debated by Ex-Utah Official Bates
Geo C Bates formerly U S district attorney for Utah and later attorney for the LDS trustee in trust plans a book revealing his Utah life and views on Mormonism. He suggests amending Utahs organic law to bar polygamists from voting, juries, offices, and Congress delegation, with secret ballots.
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Geo. C. Bates
Utah Territory
Chicago
Utah
Gen. Grant
Mr. Bates
U. S
Geo. A. Smith
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Bates
Brigham Young
Mountain
Gov. Emery
Black Hills
San Juan
New York Herald
Congress
Black Hills mill starts up ore from Hidden Treasure Mine
The Deadwood Limes report the twenty-stamp crushers of the Black Hills Gold Mining Co. began May 26 to treat ore from the Hidden Treasure Mine. The mill and mine are owned by a Cheyenne incorporated company managed by Jabez Chase, a seasoned miner formerly of California.
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Deadwood Limes
Black Hills Gold Mining Co
Hidden Treasure
Cheyenne
Jabez Chase
California
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