Three Months and Horror in Western Kansas News
The piece reports and contrasts incidents from Wheeling bank arrests of Harry Seybold and George Henning, Utes rampaging in Western Colorado, and brewery sales in Omaha to a European group. It notes tax council Bluffs and Sweetwater Wyoming postmaster Averill removal amid improprieties, with Clarkson denying fault.
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Harry Seybold
George Henning
Wheeling Bank
James Averill
Sweetwater
Wyoming
Clarkson
Averill
Wyoming Development Company plan to reclaim land in eastern Wyoming
The Wyoming Development Company proposes creating an agricultural district in eastern Wyoming under the Desert Land act. It would sell eighty acre tracts to settlers, open thousands of acres to preemption, homestead, and desert land laws, and boost Cheyenne, Laramie City, and regional commerce with irrigation works costing about three hundred thousand dollars. A Washington special agent may speed favorable action, contrasting with past delays.
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Wyoming Delopment Company
Wyoming
Tur Sun
Mead
Cheyenne
Laramie
Cheyenne and Northern Railroad
Colorado
The
Sun
Washington
Noble
West
Sparks
Western railroads seek balanced growth for year-round traffic
The text argues that developing local trade and home markets in cities like Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Chicago will pull prosperity toward western railroads. It contends that eliminating reliance on distant hubs and fostering regional manufacturing will restore steady traffic and overall profitability.
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West
Boston
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Prospects Favorable for Sullivan Prize Fight Convict Labor
Register Wilson notes good odds of John L. Sullivan securing a twelve month job on a Mississippi plantation, as convicts are hired to the highest bidder. Witnesses include the supreme court clerk who issued the arrest warrant. Governor Lowry publicly bans the fight. Sullivan’s claim of unknown laws is weak. Sheriff’s refusal delayed arrest. Sparks land rules retroactive, denying land patents and critiqued as unlawful. The Sparks regime is blamed for harming western settlers and irrigation projects.
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Register Wilson
John L. Sullivan
Mississippi
Supreme Court
Lowry
Sullivan
John
Who Is Dodging in Warren Land Controversy
The dispute centers on Governor Warren allegedly obtaining fraudulent possession of land. Delegate Carey defended Warren as rightful, noting improvements and occupation, while critics accuse dodging the core issue. The article casts attacks as malicious and asserts Warren’s entitlement and service.
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Carey
F. E. Warren
Carroll
Warren
Usiailly
Careys Answer Questioned Over Land Value In Debate
The passage notes that Delegate Carey omits any mention of the land's value or whether the government paid a fair price. Carroll implies Carey's reply hinges on this unstated proposition, while critics say the text lacks sagacity among leaders of the democratic party and hints at hidden motives among those in hiding who influence them.
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Democratic Party
Carey
Carroll
Honesty and moral reform in Wyoming discussed
The Boomerang chides a Wyoming press for not denouncing a hanging in Sweetwater, arguing public sentiment will purge dishonesty. It calls for cooperation with honest stock raisers to oust rustlers and shut down disreputable outfits like Averill’s, urging readers to resist coveting others' property and uphold integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae Cu&yEenne Sun
Sweetwater
East
Wyoming
Averill
Tae Sun
Tables Turned in Wyoming Leader Row
Bill Barlow reports that the Lea der's recent charges against Governor Warren are debunked as the Sun exposed them and Carroll faced pointed questions about prior testimony. Carey pens an open letter defending his ally and his office, while Republicans celebrate Warren's continued governorship.
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Warren
Peck
Sun
Carroll
Crook County
Paul Pry Peck
Carey
Johnny
Notable lifelong marriage of Britain's prime minister
Mr. Grapstone has fifty years of marriage and is described as dignified and pure. Eight children survive, including a rector, two politicians, a businessman in Calcutta, two married daughters, and Helen, principal of Newnham College Cambridge. Mrs. Gladstone supported her husband through triumphs and defeats.
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Grapstone
Great Britain
Hawarden
Calcutta
Helen
Newnham College
Cambridge
Gladstone
Pension office probe bars Democratic gains in Tanner clash
Tuk examination of the pension office yields no aid to Democrats as they press Tanner. Commissioner Tanner reiterates he will not criticize General Black, claiming the record speaks for itself and that others should carry the attacks.
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Tuk
Tanner
Black
Wyoming Development company lands delays spark rebuke
The Cheyenne Daily Leader documents official orders to reopen scrutiny of the Wyoming Development company land claims. Residents lament government delays over tunneling, ditches, and irrigation that would have settled families and unlocked land value, while the Evening Tribune urges a quick, fair resolution recognizing the company’s reclamation work and urging patents to lands.
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Cheyenne Daily Leader
Theyoming Development Company
Wyoming Development Company
The
Evening Tribune
Wyoming
National Republican
Wyoming Deveneers Company
County prisoners await trial prompt action urged
Tuer Sun calls on county commissioners to convene a special term of court to try prisoners now held awaiting trial. The move would save county expenses by winter and allow speedy acquittals for those not guilty, reducing winter release hardship for laborers. Tur Sun notes the issue was raised by local attorneys over a week ago but overlooked.
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Tuer Sun
Tur Sun
Ex Senator Platt Returns from Alaska to Newark
The Newark papers report the return of former United States Senator Thomas Platt from Alaska. Platt, a notable political figure, arrives in the city to resume public engagements and observe local events.
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Newark
Thomas Platt
Alaska
University of Wyoming Admission Regulations for Preparatory Dept
The University of Wyoming announces admission rules for its preparatory department and collegiate classes. It will admit applicants presenting school certificates of good character and proficiency in eighth grade studies on trial, with withdrawal if proficiency is insufficient after the first term.
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Wyoming
Wyoming University Fees and Opening Plans for 1889
The university offers free instruction for Wyoming nominees, with $5 annual fees for outside or non-nominated students and a $2.50 annual library charge. Boarding at $25 to $28 monthly in approved homes. Open registration begins September 3 with classes starting September 10, 1889. Inquiries to John W. Hoyt, president, Laramie.
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Wyoming
John W. Hoyt
L.L. D
Laramle
Ballet and Ball ends in 8 to 7 Capitols win with minstrel acts
Manager Brawell of the Capitol base ball club notes a quirky 8 to 7 victory over Thatcher who were distracted by Gretchen the ballet girl and other side acts. Rapp and Cole paired as battery as minstrel performances drew about 100 spectators and $35 grass gate receipts were donated to the Ladies' Aid society. The Capitols played for fun rather than a hard win. The minstrel ad draw brought a large audience.
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Brawell
Capitol Baseball Club
Minstrel Nine
Gretchen
Thatcher
Rapp
Cole
Capitols
T. B. Adams
Ladies’ Aid Society
Minstrels
A Novel Exploit at Sweetwater Festival
A man and woman were the principals in a necktie festival on the Sweetwater river. A ten word telegram from Cheyenne led Towse to build an airborne fantasy eight sticks tall with a scare head. The tale, likely fiction by Eddie Towse, mimicked dime-novel plots and many colleagues echoed it rather than The Sun's true report.
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Douglas
Brother Caldwell
Lander
Towse
Cheyenne
Eddie
Sun
Denver Rumor on Union Pacific Shops Near Swansea
A Denver rumor claimed Union Pacific bought land at Swansea near Denver to build a $600,000 shops plant. Superintendent Choate denied the report, saying there is nothing in it and the company is not ready to undertake the project, though it may need shops in the area in the future.
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Denver
Union Pacific
Swansea
Choate
Colorado
Correct View on Lynching and Cattle Thieves
In this reflection the Look Springs Independent denounces lynching while arguing that ranchers deserve court protection when evidence against cattle thieves is strong. The piece laments mob justice and warns against allowing outlaws to operate with impunity.
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Ook Springs
Governor Warren Visits Laramie And Hatchery
Hon F B Warren governor of the territory arrived in Laramie last evening on his first visit in some time. He was greeted by prominent citizens at Thornburgh and the club house. This morning with Fish Commissioner Miller Secretary Mel drum and Judge Gramm he toured the fish hatchery before returning to Cheyenne tonight.
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F. B. Warren
Territory
Laramie
Thornburgh
Miller
Meldrum
Gramm
Club House
Cheyenne
Comerany
Lone Tree Copper Lode Filed in Silver Crown District
A location certificate was filed in the county recorder’s office for a copper bearing lode named Lone Tree in the Silver Crown district. Locators listed are W. L. Goodsell, Mary Goodevil l, and Ella Hills. legal blanks available at the office.
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County Recorders Office
Lone Tree
Silver Crown District
W. L. Goodsell
Mary Goodevll
Ella Hills
Consolidation of Oregon Short Line and Utah Northern Railroads
The eight railroads merged under Oregon Short Line and Utah Northern claim 1476 miles of track in their articles filed with the territorial secretary. Totals include Oregon Short Line from Granger Wyoming to Huntington Oregon 541.81 miles plus Idaho branch 69.96 miles. Utah and Northern from Ogden Utah to connection with Oregon Short Line and branch to Butte City 466.61 miles. Utah Central from Ogden to Frisco 275 miles. Salt Lake and Western from Lehi Junction to Tintic Utah 53.77 miles with Silver City and Eureka mines 7.23 totaling 61 miles. Utah and Nevada from Salt Lake City west into Toole county Utah 37 miles. Ogden and Syracuse 0.85 miles. Idaho Central from Mammoa to Boise City Nev 18.94 miles. Nevada Pacific franchise only, no mileage. Consolidation signed by officers and completed July 27. Charles Francis Adams president and W. H. Holcomb vice president. Wyoming principal business Cheyenne.
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Oregon Short Line
Utah Northern Railroad
Territorial Secretary's Office
Oregon Short Inc
Granger
Wyo
Huntington
Oregon
Idaho
Utah and Northern
Ogden
Utah
Butte City
Utah Central
Frisco
Salt Lake and Western
Lehi Junction
Tintic
Silver City
Eureka Mines
Nevada
Salt Lake City
Toole County
Syracuse
Idaho Central
Mamoa
Boise City
Nev
Nevada Pacific
Charles Francis Adams
W. H. Holcomb
Wyoming
Cheyenne
Water woes prompt Laramie reform proposals and river option
The Boomerang notes low water pressure due to private tapping of city springs, hindering fire protection. Judge Gramm proposes city river mains with state control of usage and self-sustaining rents. Soldier Springs option rejected as impractical because of the territorial fish hatchery. The council faces a urgent, serious decision on water supply.
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Laramie
Gramm
Greeley
Soldier Springs
Princess Laulil and Samoan group visit en route to Chicago
Princess Laulil also called Princess Laura from Tutuui island leads nine Samoan subjects through the city en route to Chicago. Mr. Cunningham plans to hire them for exhibitions and world tours, with Laura acting as interpreter. The party carries native instruments and warfare articles and is described as rugged with dark red skin and auburn hair.
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Laulii
Tutuui
Messrs
Cunningham
Cottrell
Chicago
Laura
San Francisco
Archool
New York Amerald Publishes Royal Wedding Special in England
The New York Amerald issues a special royal wedding edition in England on a Sunday, the first Sunday paper there, distributing a special train and spreading copies across the land. The aggressive American journalism stunt astonishes Britons and sells out the entire edition promptly.
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New York
Washout on C N Roadmaster Delaney reports deluge damage
Delaney of the Cheyenne and Northern arrived Saturday to assess the flood after the Chug river deluge. He says water reached fourteen feet, causing extensive stock damage and warns a nearby town could have been swept away like Johnstown.
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Delaney
Cheyenne and Northern
Infant Marie Gertrude Ling Dies of Cholera Infantum
Infant Marie Gertrude Ling, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Ling, died yesterday morning of cholera infantum. Funeral services will be held today from the family residence on East Sixteenth Street with interment at Cathy Ollie cemetery.
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Marie Gertrude
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