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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1882
Page
3
In Chicago a Cleveland leader assigns the Republicans’ defeat to temperance laws and German votes, aided by saloonists and workers. Ohio returns from Columbus and Cincinnati show Democrats ahead by about 25,000, with several districts still in doubt and candidates debated.
Wheeling West Virginia October 11 Returns show increased gains for the Republicans in this congressional district Gen Cruffs majority for congress is estimated as high as 1000 by sanguine Republicans The Democrats concede his election. The returns from the second district also give large returns for the Republicans but not enough to elect John W Mason Republican candidate He telegraphed yesterday that he was beaten by 500 a reduction of about 1600 Gibson Democrat said to be elected by 1000 to 1500 in fourth district Kenna Democrat doubtless reelected in the Kanawaha district.
Very meager reports from Dallas indicate a Texas & Pacific train plunged through a Sweetwater River bridge about 200 miles east of Dallas. Early indications say five or six killed and several wounded, but details are unavailable as railroad officials withhold information.
In Dayton on October 11 a political quarrel at the soldier's home left August Mencke stabbing Jno Dean in the groin. Both men were inmates there. A second brawl near a saloon led to a fatal stabbing and multiple frays as roughs disrupted voting to aid the saloon interests amid whisky fueled disorder.
Daniel Camp of Pine Bluffs Arkansas dies from eating water melon poisoned by an attempt to kill thieves who raided his patch. Three of his children who shared the melon are likely to die, according to the Pine Bluffs special.
Washington October 11. A scandal in the census bureau may trigger an investigating committee when Congress convenes. Alleged census returns used for the last tally are claimed to be speculative and worthless, with other irregularities charged.
Heavy rains across Abilene Kansas soak ground and boost fall wheat growth though acreage is not as large as last year. Local weather conditions show favorable prospects for the crop.
Correspondencia reports that during a meeting of old cortests in Madrid on October 11, it was decided due to Don Carlos’s conduct that his son Prince James should be proclaimed leader of the Spanish Legitimist party.
Washington report states the President has accepted fifty miles of the Northern Pacific railroad from Idaho into Montana after review by commissioners Blackstone Fry and Reed. The segment was recently examined and reported on by the panel.
At the forthcoming Dublin conference a leading labor advocate will press for direct representation for Irish workers and Parnell will be asked for a statement on the issue.
Tunis reports strong reinforcements sent to the southern region to pursue large scale operations against insurgents through the cold season. The move aims to consolidate control and counter resistance as winter approaches.
In Dublin on October 12, testimony from Kerrigan and his wife in the Huddys murder inquiry describes the elder Huddy’s death as he served processes being stunned with a stone and kicked. An assassin fired four rounds from cover, killing him. The younger Huddy’s head was crushed against stones and he was shot. corpses were placed in sacks and transported to Lough Mack.
Wheeling Oct 12 reports show General Goff the Republican congressional candidate leading by about sixteen hundred, a shift of 3 135 from two years ago. Democratic strongholds show partial relief in the district.
Cairo reports arraignment of Toulba Ali Fehmy Mahmoud Fehmy Abdelal Samy Toulba Yakoof Omar Ruhney Ali Rouby and Bey Gandeel with Arabi Pasha. A list of 113 prisoners awaiting court martial was given to the British consul general. Provinces hold about thirty more. Gen. Alison named to lead the army occupation. Generals Hawley and Willis have sailed for England.
Parnell cables Mooney to advise a prudent firm policy to maintain the original program and abolish back rents until peasant ownership is reached. United Ireland says the Irish leaders share this view and that dissension chatter is baseless.
At a Dublin meeting Lord Mayor Dawson presented a prospectus for forming a new company. Five hundred pounds was voted to cover expenses, and the plan includes granting banking powers and loans on ample security to Irish manufacturers.
Jairo October 11. Riaz Pasha refuses to permit English counsel to defend Arabi Pasha. Sir Edward Malet argues for counsel, saying delays prejudice the case as Arabi undergoes lengthy interviews and private examinations.
In Pesth on October 12 the Hungarian chamber heard Prime Minister Tissen discuss the recent anti Jewish riots in Pressburg. He warned against excesses and said the movement could become socialist in nature. The government has introduced measures revoking usury and trade laws to calm the situation.
Persistent rumors from St. Petersburg on October 12 say Count Tolesti, Minister of Interior, and Count Bunge, Minister of Finance, may resign. Possible successors named include Count Peter Schouwolff and Abasasa.
At New Market on October 12 Thebain and Tristan battled to a dead heat for first in the champion stakes with Dutch Oven finishing third as six runners contended in the race.
An English Cremations account describes two 19th century cremations. Ladies Hana ham and Hanaham died in Dorsetshire in 1876 and 1877 respectively. Both wished cremation. Bodies rested in mortuary, then were sealed in coffins and placed in the furnace.
In a Vienna dispatch a large number of Orsini bombs were found in the room of Demeter Rogosa, companion of Overbank. The Balgairn, a 4000 ton steamship built at Aberdeen, was destroyed on its trial trip. Snow fell twenty five miles north of the city.
The Bimetallic Conference opened in Cologne with 16 delegates arriving on October 12. Nearly all attendees were German as the meeting began discussions on monetary standards.
A serious fire in El Paso Texas caused about 100000 dollars in damage to a downtown block. Fire crews battled the blaze for hours as residents watched from the street. No injuries were reported.
Bishop Sharpe asserts Mormons are not funding Cassidy in Nevada elections amid intrigue. Folger’s friends expect no resignation before year end unless election gains occur. Washington Territory delegates Burke named to Congress. Temperance alliance asks candidates about local option.
A Portland dispatch reports a serious strike on the Northern Pacific with workers demanding 2.50 per day, refused by superintendent Hallet. Chinamen were driven from the works and Hallet telegraphed for troops. Ringleaders threaten hangings as Thielsen and the paymaster escort a large money sum with twenty five soldiers.
A Tacomo Prizet despatch reports the Challenger from Philadelphia had its captain and the first and second mates held to answer for cruelty to seamen. A sailor was beaten, he jumped overboard, while the third mate alleged abuse and attempted self harm. he was confined in the lazaret and a complaint of insanity was filed by the captain. The case was dismissed.
In Indianapolis on October 12 a large gang of counterfeiters was arrested in Tipton and transported to Indianapolis. A year earlier Hobbs tipped secret service, leading to the government’s probe and the arrests of Jos Small Jacob Masters Chris A Masters Wm Shope Jacob B Johnson A A Smith Jasper N Wright Geo King Jos F Small Chas Booth John T Small and Lorenzo Haworth.
Lima reports that negotiations led by Minister Logan between Chili and Garcia Calderon have failed. Rumors say Calderon will not accept Chili proposals and Chili favors a trial with Pierola.
Sixty four horse vans marched down Broadway and backed up at the general post office rear entrance. They carried 567 bags of mail matter from the steamer Bothnia. Two hundred fifty bags were destined for Austria via San Francisco.
The labor convention in Wilkesbarre Pa adjourned in disappointment after delegates denounced leader John J Birmingham for missing the gathering and failed to nominate a ticket.
David Murphy one of the slain Evansville victims was buried in Mount Vernon Indiana today. A funeral fund was raised for a monument and a large sum was subscribed for the three orphan children left behind.
A Columbus dispatch estimates the Democratic majority for Congress in Ohio at under 20,000 with districts 7 and 12 pivotal. Updegraff’s recovery confirms not dead. A Cincinnati report notes Republican German defections mainly hit the state ticket, widening the Democratic lead there by about 7,000 with county ticket margins far smaller.
George D. Rise cashier of the Lebanon dime savings bank was robbed of a satchel containing 30,000 dollars in bills after supper near his home. He resisted as two men attacked him and escaped with the satchel while Rise, bloodied, offered a 1,000 dollar reward for the capture of the robbers.
Scores posted at Leavenworth show competitors ready for the 25th match. Sergeants Bentley and Stanton, both from Dakota, and James from Texas, lead with 226, 219, to 221 points, while Lieut Merriam of Missouri and Private Shippe of the Platte follow with 221 and 220.
The New York and Brooklyn association of congregational churches passed a resolution expressing regret at Beecher's withdrawal. It affirms that the divergence of his views on theological points from the association's views was not sufficiently serious to demand resignation and expresses hope he will withdraw his resignation.
London reports Court ney M. P. in a speech last night stated government aims to detach Egypt from the Sultan, guard the Suez Canal, and let Egyptians govern themselves while signaling the Khedive that his future depends on his handling of affairs.
The article records President Arthur's visit from Boston to Marshfield with a grand civic display. It mentions a Boston reception with about three thousand attendees and an overall display of public homage during his Washington trip.
At a meeting of the new board of directors of the Western Union telegraph company Norvin Green was named president and Gen. Thomas T. Eckert became vice president and general manager. Augustus Schell John Van Horne and Harrison Durkee were chosen vice presidents with D. H. Bates as acting vice president and J. B. Van Every as acting vice president. The other officers were held over. The executive committee includes Norvin Green Thos T Eckert Edwin D. Morgan John Van Horne Augustus Schell Harrison Durkee Jay Gould Russell Sage Alonzo B. Cornell Sidney Dillon Cyrus W. Field and Geo. J. Gould.
The land office commissioner reports public domain lands total 900 million acres including Alaska. He calls for abolishing pre emption law since homestead laws cover current cases. Last year public sales totaled 7 933 acres, with 5 016 acres near Toledo Ohio selling for 16 735 dollars at about 3 38 per acre.
A Southern Colorado freight run on the Mosquito extension of the South Park railroad toppled into an embankment after striking a mule on the track. Conductor Jack Bledsoe and two unidentified men died instantly. the engineer and fireman escaped by leaping clear.
Washington October 12 The Jeanette court of inquiry focused on Capt R C Johnson who testified that his report to the navy department cited the Jeanette as not particularly suited for Arctic exploration He noted the opinion was from a board as a private enterprise vessel and delicate to express strong views Tomorrow Chief Engineer Farmer will be examined along with Danenhower and Melville scheduled next.
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