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Newspaper

Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1889

Page

12

Prosecution Closes Case as Public Seeks Explanation

The War Secretary, who honored Cheyenne, authorized $17 000 to finish the Fort D. A. Russell water system. Tae Sun editor defends its editorial speed while accusing The Leader of lies about Governor Warren, as Tae Sun portrays a four day, four man effort.

Cheyenne Fort D. A. Russell Tax Leader Tae Sun Leader Warren Sun Johnny Carroll

Interior and land department plan residence arrangements

The secretary of the interior and the land department will coordinate with the Leader on residence matters for patent issuance, since the department cannot judge a man's legal residence. Leder and Judge Peck are urged to act rightly, shaping cases and public opinion for consideration. They aim for actual bona fide continuous residence per the precedent set in the noted case led by Prosecuting Witness Johnny Carroll Ware Peck and Prosecuting Attorney J. C. W. Peck with Judge John C. William W. Peck aided by Jury Peck William Johnny Ware Carroll.

Secretary of the Interior The Land Department Department Leder Judge Peck Johnny Carroll Ware Peck J. C. W. Peck John C. William W. Peck Peck William Johnny Ware Carroll

Unique word chase ends in editorial wager defeat

A Tuk Sun editor fails to use the word unique in the morning edition. The piece mocks Johnny Carroll for promising to cite the mountain labored and brought forth a mouse line and laments the Leader’s current unreliability.

Carroll Tuk Sun Johnny Carroll Johnny

Johnny Carroll Attacks Warren On Cheyenne Residency Claim

The article mocks Livre JonnNy for challenging Governor Warren about where residents lived in the past. It contends Warren previously claimed residence outside Cheyenne for over a year, and asserts Carroll misstates facts to appear informed, drawing public ridicule.

Livre JonnNy Johnny Warren Cheyenne Johnny Carroll

Residence Rules and Military Officers Questioned

A period editorial questions the authority claiming to define a legal residence for Wyoming officials, army officers, and soldiers. It cites examples of officers maintaining residences in distant states while serving and doubts the scope of federal and state residence laws. The piece asserts personal choice governs residence and hints at conflicting regulations.

Wyoming Massachusetts California Texas Montana Aheland Department United States

Carrolls Ear Marks Exposed by Personal Knowledge Claims

Editor Carroll asserts charges against Governor Warren citing editorials from major papers. The Sun disputes the claim as personal knowledge, accusing Carroll and a “little gang” of drafting letters to spur anti Warren pieces. It notes few papers carried the critiques and mocks Carrolls broad forum of public opinion.

Carroll New York Times Pittsburg Post the Sun Johnny Little Gang Sun Pittsburg John Cheyenne Wyoming Territory Cleveland Drater Wyoming Harrison Warren Johnny Carroll Francis E. Warren Johhny C

Carey Presents Plain Speaking on Warren Pre emption Matter

Hon J M Carey addresses the Warren pre emption issue and his conduct as a public official. He criticizes the Leader editor with blunt vigor while praising Wyoming governor and Republican policy. The letter compares Cleveland and Harrison administrations and argues political questions vital to the territory.

J. M. Carey Carey Wyoming Cleveland Harrison

Wyoming press backs Tuk Sus stance on stamping out cattle theft

The territory wide press endorses Tuk Sus on eradicating cattle theft in Wyoming. Legal protection is urged to be strengthened, though some complain of law non-enforcement, especially in Carbon County where cattle may be driven to other areas.

Tne Tuk Sus Wyoming Carbon County

Water works funding at Fort DD Russell appropriation

Secretary Proctor ordered 17000 dollars for water works at Fort DD Russell as part of a 24500 dollar appropriation secured by Delegate Carey in Congress first session. The remaining 7500 dollars will likely finish the project.

Proctor Fort DD A. Russell Carey Congress

Conemaugh Valley Missing Residents Report

Five thousand residents of Cone maugh valley are still missing. Peace obtained by the triumph of the right is lasting, we therefore look for a prolonged calm in these parts.

Conemaugh Valley

Chicago Police Hire Governor to Hunt Down Tasco and the Cro Nin Murders

The article questions why authorities enlist Governor Lowry to pursue Tasco and the Cro Nin murderer, framing the move as a controversial effort to snag the suspect and restore order in Chicago.

Chicago Lowry Tascott Cronin

London Police Urged to Nab Jack the Ripper

A call urges London police to actively pursue Jack the Ripper, warning he may flee to Chicago for safety if not stopped, reflecting public demand for decisive action.

London Jack the Ripper Chicago

Preachers’ Summer Vacations Draw Local Fault-Finding

Debate over long summer vacations for preachers stirs criticism from those who rarely attend church, highlighting tensions between clergy schedules and congregational expectations.

Important G A R Letter Arrives For General Fisher

This morning we publish a significant letter from Secretary Pier of the executive council of the G A R. The message was received yesterday by General T M Fisher, commander of this department. The exchange signals notable Council communication to the department head.

Pier Executive Council The T. M. Fisher

Ex-Gov Moonihcut Loses Leavenworth Treasurership

Former governor Moonihcut failed to retain the Leavenworth city treasurership after a protest claimed he had not resided in the city for the legally required period. The appointment stood initially but was challenged on residency grounds.

Moonihcut Leavenworth

Re-rating dispute echoes through political lines

The piece notes Corporal Tanner's error in copying the re-rating precedent set by General Black, suggesting the mistake was copying rather than misdeed. It implies the Democratic press hopes for a break between Secretary Noble and Commissioner Tanner, but predicts harmony will prevail.

Corporal Tanner General Black Omaha Noble Tanner

Political shifts pass with measured responses in 1887

The Republicans in office when Cleveland became president accepted the change without public protests. After Democrats replaced them, no tears were shed on street corners. John Charles Thompson praised Warren’s removal from office and read his November 10 1887 speech. Warren remained calm and congratulated Governor Baxter, his successor.

Mr. Cleveland Thompson John Charles Warren Baxter

Lander Clip Derides Unrestricted State and Local Debts

Tue Lander Clipper argues Wyoming’s constitutional convention must cap state and local indebtedness. Without a limit, he warns, experience shows authorities trend toward extravagance and no effective restraint exists.

Tue Lander Clipper Wyoming

Wyoming Offical Appointments Shape Presidential Legacy

The text notes President Cleveland appointed three residents to office for keeps and twelve non residents in four years, while President Arthur relied on Wyoming influence. It contrasts with General Harrison’s short presidency and Flo’s appoints of six Wyoming residents to office with no non residents.

Wuen Cleveland Wyoming United States Arthur Territories Harrison Hts Flo

Telegraph firm blasts press rate as confiscation

The Western Union Telegraph company replies to Postmaster General Wanna maker claiming that a half cent per word rate is below actual service cost. It argues enforcing it would seize employee property and services for government without just compensation, amounting to confiscation. The piece notes Jay Gould’s alleged lamentations but doubts public concern.

Western Union Telegraph Company Associated Press Wannamaker Jay Gould

Evanston View Attacks War Opponents as Low Politicians

The Evanston View condemns the antiwar stance as unjust and uncalled for. It accuses unnamed politicians of targeting individuals and exploiting any circumstance for political attack.

Vindication of the governor draws mixed newspaper reaction

The column defends the governor as vindicated and denounces his critics as in the wrong. It notes a Republican paper supported the movement, likening it to an outsider stance. The piece questions the motives of opponents and calls for a response from the Boom erang.

Union Pacific Earnings Rise With Monthly Increases

The Union Pacific reports net earnings up 197000 for June and 30000 for May. The Sun endorses a policy urged by Council Bluffs leaders to build the country’s resources along the line, arguing this will boost earnings and spur westward development.

Union Pacific Council Bluffs Menparie Adams

Political Remark Cited in OCR Fragment

A fragment quotes Carroll saying I am not a Democrat with a disputed spelling of nervier or neighborly phrasing, reflecting a political remark captured in imperfect OCR.

The Boomerang Proves Its Namesake Anew

The Boomerang once again demonstrates the accuracy of its nickname by returning with results that confirm its reputation. This outburst underscores the ongoing pattern of its dependable comeback and steadfast performance.

Public figures advance by more than attacking rivals

A critique asserts that progress for public figures relies on substantive deeds and policy, not merely denigrating opponents. It cautions against assuming that opposition alone yields advancement and emphasizes constructive leadership.

Tux Sun Seeks to Address Boomerang Editor on Front Page

Tux Sun expresses strong desire to speak words of approval to the Boomerang editor, willing to wait indefinitely for the first opportunity. The statement signals patience and eagerness to influence the editorial stance at the paper.

Tux Sun

Leader Praises George W. Baxter For Notable Deeds

The Tus Leader extols Mr. George W. Baxter and seeks to inform readers of the actions that justify such high commendation, highlighting deeds that merit praise and public regard.

Tus George W. Baxter

Prediction of delayed accounting by youth on the Leader

The text notes a forecast of a long time before the young man on the Leader will ask our delegate for an accounting of his stewardship. It mentions that one dose was sufficient.

Newspaper attack on Harrison over religious sincerity

The Times accuses Harrison of insincerity in his religious beliefs and argues that a newspaper's praise would be more damaging than its attacks. The remark frames the confrontation as a matter of public perception versus genuine conviction.

The New York Times Harrison

Governor Warren’s Land Claim Cited by Leader

A tax quotation from Acting Secretary Muldrow supports Governor Warren’s claim by showing Warren has continued to hold occupy possess and use the land in question, reinforcing his position in the dispute.

Muldrow Warren

Tuk Leader Promotes J. M. Carey for U.S. Senate

The Tuk Leader keeps J. M. Carey before readers as a potential United States senator, noting the paper proposed him first and would claim partial credit if he is elected.

Tuk J. M. Carey United States

Tax Leader’s Fiction About Peck as Republican Persists

The speaker argues Peck claims allegiance to Cleveland in letters, while Carroll openly declares as a Republican. The note contrasts political identities and loyalties within the party.

Peck Carroll Cleveland

Local paper avoids naming public acts of Warren and Carey

The Sun criticizes the Leader for disfavouring mention of Governor Warren and Delegate Carey, while noting it published purported interviews with the Leader’s saint and chose not to reprint Peck’s statehood letter.

F. E. Warren J. M. Carey the Sun Peck

Public Discourse on Govenson Warken and Governor War

Johnny Carroll criticizes Govenson Warken as a public servant while noting his silence on Governor War’s official acts. The exchange highlights political tension over accountability and commentary by public figures.

Govenson Warken Johnny Carroll Governor War

Leader’s Contrasting Disposition Noted Over Two Years

A remark highlights a pattern in the Leader’s behavior over the past two years, noting a gap between stated professed aims and actual actions. The comment points to a consistent tendency in public conduct and policy decisions.

Ren

Home rule and Wyoming appointments debated

The discussion centers on home rule as a political plank. It notes Garfield’s election platform lacked home rule, Harrison enforces it, and Cleveland faced criticism over resident appointments, with Baxter cited as an example not consulted by Wyoming Democrats.

Johnny Garfield Harrison Cleveland Baxter Wyoming

Calmer Washington Dismisses Peck Controversy

Delegate Carey recalls discussions with President Harrison on Wyoming appointments but omits Peck letters. The Leader faction overplays Peck and Times contributions, while the Interior Department likely received word. Harrison remains calm at Deer Park and plans a Bar Harbor visit with Blaine amid the uproar.

Carey Washington Harrison Wyoming Peck Department of the Interior Deer Park Bar Harbor Blaine New York Times

Carroll's Excuses and a Tarnished Journal

A two column critique denounces the Leader and the Sun for alleged bias in coverage of statehood, Warren, and Peck. It asserts no defense for Land Commissioner Sparks, cites falsities in perjury charges, and accuses journalism of disgrace without substantial evidence.

Carey Carroll Statehood Sparks Cleveland Wyoming Warren Tuk Sun Tue Sun Laramie Tax Sun Peck United States Land The Lux

Perjury Charge Against Governor Warren Sparks Tax Lux Response

The Leader denounces the perjury accusation against Governor Warren as indignantly resented by Tax Lux and notes intimations that the author of the accusations could be called to account. The paper says such threats would be an unpardonable crime and reflects on ongoing efforts to defend its position.

Warren

Loyal Fort Aims Gentle Tone To Spare Erin Friend

The paper seeks to avoid angering an excitable reader from Erin by changing expressions used in The Sun. It notes repeated offense from day to day and hopes lighter language will enliven Ferguson street, but fears it is too late.

Fort Erin Ferguson Street

Removed for Cause in Sweetwater Post Office Scandal

A caustic editorial claims James Averell, late postmaster at Sweetwater Wyoming, was summarily ousted by local citizens for cattle theft and clashes with reformers. The piece mocks his deathbed plea and urges new appointee Clarkson to avoid repeat scandals.

Chicago Civil Service Averell Sweetwater Washington Ils Cleveland Executive Committee Mr. Averell Wyo Ella Watson Clarkson

Cattle Stealing Noted by Judge Saufley at Buffalo Term

Judge Saufley urged jurors in Buffalo to focus on petty crimes, noting Wyoming’s main issue is larceny tied to stock interests. He contrasted local crime with Kentucky weapons offenses and Kansas prohibition violations, and warned that agriculture lacks markets here. He observed grand juries target grave offenses while others are neglected.

Saufley District Court Buffalo Pokeson County Big

Machinery Arrives to Begin Consolidated Oil Drilling

Machinery for the Consolidated Oil and Pipe Line company has arrived and is being unloaded for shipment to the drilling site chosen by Manager Moffatt. The equipment is described as the best and most complete boring arrangement yet entered from this area.

Consolidated Ol and Pipe Line Company Moffatt Casper Mal

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