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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1878
Page
2
A sprawling review of 1878 telegrams covers Blaine in Chicago, Johnston for Congress in Virginia, yellow fever debates, immigration trends, bankrupty fears, and lemoned Europe politics. Mentions Edison, Beaconsfield, and Kearney with varied regional currents and commercial warnings.
A brief survey of firearm ignition methods from 1500 match-lock to 1692 flint lock and the 1807 percussion lock. The text notes shifts from hand lit matches to wheel-lock and finally to percussion, once used for hunting then widespread in armies.
The piece argues that men and women monitor each other poorly and imitate the worst from the opposite sex. It criticizes contemporary young men for flashy dress and crude talk and urges women to exercise their influence and duties to curb such behavior. It cites Alfred Tennyson and laments degrading social roles.
The St Louis Journal denounces speculative use of trade dollars as a dishonest scheme to undercut the public and banks. It notes trade dollars contain 420 grains and trade dollar value is about ninety cents while the standard silver dollar is 412 4 grains and worth one dollar. The piece argues the standard dollar can be made worth 100 cents and defends the silver bill against its critics.
A two minute mile trotting horse is forecast amid banking and political debates in the East. Robert Lincoln declines a Congress nomination. The trade dollar sparks nationwide discussion. President Hayes and Secretaries McCrary and Schurz host visitors as Key's reception confirms the President’s choice.
Very sensible move sees Chicago shoemakers organize a cooperative factory to use Chicago tanned leather.
Friends say Gordon will be re elected without opposition and then become the Democratic candidate for Vice President. The piece notes Southern states progressing, referencing Delaware Virginia North Carolina and Alabama in a controversial context about whipping posts.
A provocative street saying contrasts Ben Butler’s alleged abuse in northern cities with praise in New Orleans where supporters believe he would clean up the town. The line, common on the streets, frames Butler as a reform figure.
Leading papers back Rupert Bonner for mayor as the need for a rings-free chief magistrate is stressed. Holland imposes a law barring Bible and religious instruction from primary schools, a move the religious majority may view as progress.
A deadly threshing machine accident in Minnesota leaves five men killed and one mortally wounded. The disaster highlights farmer fears and inexperience with labor saving machines, noting calls for caution and safety.
The senator implicated in removing the Hot Springs clause from the sundry civil service bill is said to be Mr. Conover of Florida. Reportedly, large money involved may prompt another investigating committee after Congress reconvenes.
A crowded collage of quips and snippets from humorous observations and satirical notes. References range from local discussants like Keokuk Constitution to national figures Ben Butler and Gail Hamilton, plus playful jabs at theatres, politics, and everyday life.
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