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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1890
Page
6
Not Only a Leader But Principles
The Wyoming Democrats are blamed for lack of leadership yet the core issue is principles. Republicans owe success to leaders like J. M. Carey and purpose driven efforts. Democrats are accused of fault finding and obstruction, while Republicans showcase public improvements. The piece argues Democrats need solid principles, not mere partisan tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
J. M. Carey
Lander Mountaineer
Rock
Cleveland
House of Representatives
Foxy Tilden
Democratic Party
Discovery of natural gas near Rawlins reported in special dispatch
A special dispatch notes natural gas discovery near Rawlins following a Tuesday event described as a democratic blowout at the locality. The report links the gas find to the earlier disturbance, detailing contextual implications for the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins
Quitting the Democrats in Wyoming Letter to the Editor
A prominent Wyoming Democrat, listed as a speaker for a Rawlins meeting, writes that political times will be heated. He says Democrats have retrogressive principles and he cannot owe allegiance to a party that ignores personal opinion, potentially losing him one vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Rawlins
Tuk Sun
Democratic Party
Independent voters resist party labels in Rawlins address
In Rawlins an address attracted speakers who rejected campaign jargon and party ties. One speaker rejected Democratic pro cessions in wool drawers while asserting independence from both major parties. A second man declined to identify as Democrat, saying the Republican party suited him. Democrats reportedly cast a broad net, but offers and assurances were scarce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins
Corlett Signals Shift Toward Democrats at Rawlins
The Leader notes W W Corlett announced in Rawlins his plan to join the democracy and cited his Cleveland election speech as proof he is not a stranger to the party. He said he has long been a free trader and more in accord with democrats than republicans, drawing loud applause. A circulating rumor about such remarks at Rawlins was not widely believed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Corlett
Rawlins
The
Democracy
Grover Cleveland
Corlett
Mr. Corlett
Laramie Postmaster Appointment Ends Contest
Richard Bulver won the postmaster position in Laramie City after endorsements from citizens and veterans. Opponent E T Beltz was also praised, while T L McKee withdrew citing his Boom erang links. The selection aims to forge Republican unity in Laramie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Bulver
Laramie
E. T. Beltz
Butler
G. A. R. Men
Wyoming
T. L. McKee
Senate seating boosts Republican majority over Wyoming bill
The seating of Powers and Saunders in the United States Senate widens the GOP edge, making it hard for Democrats to block Wyoming’s bill. They may decide to support the measure as opposition seems futile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Powers and Saunders
United States
Senate
Wyoming
Opponents of Centralization Rally Against Power Centers
Proponents and critics clash as figures voice resistance to central authority, arguing against consolidating power in distant centers and favoring localized control and decision making.
Interior secretary to decide Sundance land district location
The Sundance land district office is typically decided by the secretary of the interior and not specified in the enabling bill. Critics will learn that the usual practice governs the office’s location, with Sundance as the likely site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sundance Land District
Sundance
Secretary of the Interior
Land Patents Issued to Claimants Across United States
The land department issued 2,000 patents to land claimants in the last three months with Wyoming receiving its share. Nevertheless, 157,000 patents remain pending nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Land Department
Wyoming
Wyoming Democracy Trust Forms In Cheyenne
Report notes a new democracy centering around a Cheyenne headquarters and a cooperative effort. A coming protest is anticipated from outsiders while backers push against a one man power scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Cheyenne
Tax Official Term Ends for Laramie Postmaster Donkersley
Tax official term of Postmaster Donkersley in Laramie expired last Wednesday, ending a tenure that included local revenue duties and mail service oversight. The vacancy prompts interim arrangements as officials plan statutory steps for replacement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donkersley
Laramie
The Sun Attacks Wyoming Statehood Policy Debate
The Sun recalls the 1888 opposition to Wyoming statehood led by a Cheyenne faction. It criticizes the Leader for fear mongering on taxes and claims, notes support for statehood, and argues the democracy needs its own policy and principles rather than mere opposition.
Weston Country Holds First Election May 14
Weston Country announces its first election set for May 14 with residents urged to vote in the local contest. Officials emphasize a fresh ballot process and community participation to shape the new governing body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weston Country
Southern press attacks territories questions of statehood
The Louisville Courier- Journal questions what defines a state in the current political climate as regional papers intensify attacks on territorial policy and governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ths
Southern
Louisville Courier- Fowland
Fragmentary Campaign Pleas Mention 16000 Voters in Senate Fight
A terse line references 16,000 alleged voters and two United States senators in a disputed push. The fragment hints at a political contest involving possible electoral manipulation but provides few concrete details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Lem Line Granted Passage by Canadian Authorities
Lem Line was permitted to leave the Suspension Bridge under orders from Canadian authorities. The case involved crossing the bridge and obtaining clearance, reflecting a brief operational clearance granted by officials.
Legal pressure grows as patent trust fights court rulings
The four US court divisions uphold the validity of the Glidden patents, yet the barb wire trust persists in coercion and blackmail against rivals, deepening the clash in the industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Combine
United States
Rvals
Omaha Bee
Gas Discovery Near Rawlins Spurs Carbon County Boom
A natural gas find near Rawlins in Wyoming’s Carbon county promises renewed momentum for the oil springs region and its booming activity this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins
Carbon County
Wyoming
World aims at Quay as a blow to Republicans
The Pittsburgh paper accuses the New York World of plotting against Senator Quay to weaken the Republican party. It says the World targets a real head of the party and resents a Pennsylvania method defeating Democrats in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boss Quay
New York World
Pittsburgress
New York
Wora
Quay
Blican Party
Republican Party
Pennsylvania
Kentucky Faces Implied Conflict Amid Ongoing Dispatch Updates
The report notes Kentucky is embroiled in a small war whose specifics will appear in forthcoming dispatches. The terse forecast signals local unrest and evolving military or political strain to be detailed later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Tariff Reform and Republican Push for Duty Reduction
The text argues Democrats struggle to justify opposing the Republicans. It dismisses free trade as impractical and notes Grover Cleveland supported tariff reform in theory but did nothing as president. It predicts a radical tariff duty reduction with Republicans in power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
Newspaper swap as Chester Martin buys plant
The Newcastle Alert retires and the Weston County Democrat steps in. Chester T. Martin purchased the plant and appears set to steer the type toward a political shift in its messaging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weston County
Chester T. Martin
New Mexico Senate Debates Bill on Ad Mission
A bill introduced in the New Mexico Senate yesterday seeks to authorize an advertising mission. The move aims to promote state programs and attract business investment, with sponsors pushing quick consideration and potential committee referrals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
Senate
Rats in Power Plants Alarm Workers
Workers report heavy rat infestation in electric light stations with rats roaming Dynamo and boiler rooms. Men describe crude experiments shocking rats with metal plates to disrupt circuits, sometimes injuring or startling them without killing. The rat problem resurfaces within forty eight hours as groups return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nine
Semperee
Reasonable Suggestion For Wat jman Job In Mississippi
Representative Allen of Mississippi was asked by a constituent, a colored friend, to help secure a watchman position. Allen agreed, as he knew the man to be capable and trustworthy. The man produced a remarkably low quality certificate and asked, in affectionate terms, for assistance in accompanying to the job.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Mississippi
Iit
Marie Allen
Eye Reminders in Watches Cite New Contrivance
A new device called an eye reminder is described as a small dial set into a watch face to mark any chosen hour. In Canada yesterday a bill extending its vivend to Atlantic fisheries was discussed but not passed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Atlantic
Tin Boom Promises Strong South Dakota Tin Industry
The Custer Times reports heavy spending by tin companies in the Hills with $806,000 paid in April and $75,000 planned for May. A $500,000 cash stake and over twenty tin lode locations in Pennington and Custer counties are moved by a transatlantic syndicate for a major Black Hills mining deal. James Wilson touted as sponsor as the project nears organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Custer Times
Southern Dakota
First National Bank
Black Hills
Pennington
Custer
Europe
Harney Peak Tin Mining, Milling and Manufacturing Company
Ocean Company
James Wilson
Rawlins Natural Gas Discovery Reported by AG Donzelmann
Attorney General Donzelmann said the gas find near Rawlins appears genuine after visiting a field thirty six miles south on Cow Creek. Observers reported surface phenomena and a fourteen foot iron pipe that flame four feet high when lit. The discovery excites Rawlins and the territory, with unknown future impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donzelmann
Rawlins
Sun
Donzelman
Rawlimtt
Cow Creek
Rawtins
Napoleon Scales Weds Mrs. Hattie Herman at Sixteenth Street Home
Napoleon Scales and Mrs. Hattie Herman were married last evening at Scales residence on Sixteenth Street in a small ceremony attended by close friends. Known as Nap to many, Scales has served as porter and general factotum at the Inter Ocean hotel for a decade, and his wide circle of friends includes people across the region. The couple receives warm wishes for happiness and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Napoleon Scales
Sixteenth Street
Hattie Herman
Nap
Inter Ocean Hotel
Inaugural of Laramie Milling Co and Mining Group
The Laramie Milling Co is formed in Laramie City with a capital of 7 500. Incorporators include Fred E Scrumner Frank Sartoris L C Hanks Matthew Dawson and Bert L Smith. Separately a mining group led by Frank Sartoris Leonard Sartoris M B Dawson W C Knight Leonel Sartoris George F Morgan and C W Wilkinson filed articles aiming to develop the Keystone mines on Douglas Creek with a 1 000 090 capital and a stamp mill already in operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Sartoris
Leonard Saratoris
M. B. Dawson
W. C. Knight
Leonel Sartoris
George F. Morgan
C. W Wilkinson
Douglas Creek
Laramie City
Laramie
The Military Girls Organize in Wyoming Territory
The second company of Wyoming State guards, Company H, paraded at Truckey’s to have uniforms caps measured. Caps will be grey to match the fatigue uniform. the girls will look natty when fully outfitted. A new Sioux Falls to Yankton railroad starts in May and will extend to Denver via Kearney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming State Guards
Truckey's
Sioux Falls
Yankton
Denver
Kearney
Union Pacific Band Concert and Ball at Keefe Hall
The Union Pacific band held a well attended concert and dance at Keefe hall. Leader H L Merritt showcased a twenty-instrument ensemble delivering refined tone and harmony. The program featured marches, waltzes, selections and a final dance set, drawing praise for musical skill though patronage was below expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keefe Hall
Union Pacific
H. L. Merritt
Cheyenne
March of the Marines
T. Brooke
Bellini
Sullivan
Grep
E. L
Merritt Gavotte
P. T. Brooke
Strauss
First National Bank of Rawlins Formed
National bank organized in Rawlins by Hugus and Davis after years of private banking. The First National Bank of Rawlins is the city’s first bank, owned by wealth financiers and expected to boost local prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Bank
Rawlins
Mesers. Hugus & Davis
First National Bank of
Gas Discovery Sparks Excitement Near Rawlins Wyoming
A large natural gas region thirty six miles south of Rawlins comprises three townships on Cow Creek. Oil springs are abundant and gas burns for hours when dug into the ground. The discovery creates great excitement as residents flood the area and expect significant outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins
Wyo
Cow Creek
Real Estate Transfers Include Several Property Deals
Warranty deeds show A R Whitely and Theodore Menges transferring a one fourth interest to E and H L Kuykendall in Thorm 10 township 13 range 66 for 4000 dollars. Isaac Bergman sells multiple parcels including 640 acres in section 16 township 12 range 61 for 3000 dollars and Pine Bluffs lot 10 block 7 for 1, plus Cheyenne lots 1 2 block 43 for 600 dollars and fractional lot 1 block 129 for 1 dollar. Cassels sells lots 6 7 8 block 181 for 750 dollars. Bergman also sells Ot 4 block 164 350 dollars and lot 5 block 15 400 dollars. H H Ellis sells one half in terest in lots 5 6 7 and 8 block 350 for 1000 dollars. Amalia B Post sells lots and 6 block 260 at Twentieth and Van Lennen streets and lots 3 4 block 29 corner Twentieth and vane High streets and lot 4 block 361 cornerteenth and Evans streets. Mr Kelley appears to seek corner lots and inside property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. R. Whitely
Theodore Menges
L. Kuykendall
Isaac Bergman
Charles Thormas
Pine Bluffs
Cheyenne
Cassels
Ira B. Rhodes
Ben Hellman
HH. H. Ellis
Tim Dyer
Amalia B. Post
A. v. Kelley
Twentieth
van Lennen
Vane High
Evans
Gas Discovery Near Wyoming Line Promises Rapid Development
Report from Rawlins area notes a rich oil and gas field near the northern Wyoming line close to the Union Pacific, with potential to attract investment and spur rapid district development as markets open for produced gas and oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Utah Historian Goodwin to pen state history
Salt Lake Tribune reports Judge Goodwin will write a comprehensive history of Utah covering geography, politics, religion, resources, and progress. The work is described as highly capable and of wide public interest, expected to attract attention across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
Udge Goodwin
The
Salt Lake Tribune
West
Uta
Government Freight Connection to Newcastle Fort Move
Fragmented text describes government freight related to Newcastle Journal and a fort near Buffalo. Mentions direct connection and completion of land work, with references to Mt McKinoe and Bogatdy supervisor. No clear dates or outcomes available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcastle Journal
Lemienp Thorp
Newcastle
Fort Ment
Buffalo
Moe
Fort City
Newcastle i
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Ealter
the Sun
Carey
Wyomi
United States Senate
Washington
Rawlins Journal
Sheridan Lunterprise
Tuk Sux
South Dakota
Rawlins Natural Gas
Atlas Mining Company, Limited
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