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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1890
Page
2
A brief item notes the Becond designation for John W Blake and references Jesse Knight in the Third District. The fragmentary text signals political or district labeling and entity mentions without clear action or outcome.
Republican ticket lists state senate candidates John A. Binem W R Scenitger and W A Robins For Representatives Merrill W A Br Richardson Frank Bond NM Wasserban George East C W Sweet For County Treasurer E W Stone For County Clerk Ira L Fredendall For Sheriff A B Kelley.
The Republican state convention endorsed Governor Warren by acclamation with strong support from Albany and other counties. Hon. H V S Groesbeck delivered a stirring nominating speech as De Forest Richards and B F Fowler seconded the move, praising Warren’s fitness. Dr A W Barbour secured the secretary of state nomination, noted as a popular Converse county citizen.
An editorial praises the republican lineup for Wyoming offices. It endorses Burdick for auditor and Gramm for treasurer, lauds Clark for Congress, and names Van Devanter Conaway Groesbeck for supreme court along with Scott Blake Knight for district judges. It blasts democratic leaders, defends tariff and reciprocity views, and disputes claims of party discord.
The letter criticizes Mr Campbell for using the last words of a deceased citizen to influence an upcoming election. It cautions against sensational quotes that could harm the democracy and suggests restraint in publishing such remarks.
Rev J Y Cowhick claimed the party of progress invited him to speak for democracy and accused the obstruction party of going to the front. He said Blaine had drawn thousands into the party and that the state will be democratic. The Leader reports this remark as political misinfo from a theological figure.
The Leader shows clear disappointment over the unsuccessful effort to fracture the Republican party. The piece frames the attempt as a pitiful outcome and reflects on the broader political consequences for the party.
The piece denounces political demagoguery and profits of noise over facts. It condemns efforts to destroy worthy influence and urges voters to judge men by their fruits, favoring a standards-based approach over personal attacks. It notes Wyoming residents tire of such tactics across parties.
The nomination of a candidate, tied to Governor Warren, reflected broad Republican Party support in Wyoming and signaled a decisive stance by the party office in seeking a suitable leader.
A. C. Campy told the Larmie county Democratic convention last Thursday that Grover Cleveland left a surplus over 100000 in the national treasury and questioned if its retention credited Cleveland's administration. He urged using idle funds to pay interest on the national debt while his praise of Cleveland persisted amid criticism of the administration.
The message urges full party organization across counties towns and precincts to prepare for the election. It frames the Democratic Party as the enemy of Wyoming and the West and argues that Democratic governance stalled progress under the Cleveland administration and risks losing the territory.
Judge Carey in a direct arraignment at the opera house denounced male gossips for attacking political opponents and defended the Republican nominee for governor amid loud audience applause. Wyoming Republicans express anger at Baxter-Thompson attacks and vow to counter the mudslinging.
The report notes efforts to persuade Republicans to attend a meeting, with the telephone used to call attendees. Despite plans to serve refreshments for 100 people, only 22 attended, leaving Mr. Baxter disappointed by the turnout.
The Leader attacks old methods of sowing discontent in the Republican ranks while harmony prevails in Converse county. De Forest Richards denies backing rival tickets and confirms no breach with Judge Carey or Governor Warren. Richards is praised for steady GOP support and business leadership in Wyoming.
Cheyenne notes Mr Farwell a well educated and popular Buffalo resident with prior service as county treasurer and probate judge He remains connected with the Pioneer Hook and Ladder company and is expected to receive strong local support in this section.
The piece accuses De Forest Richards of political bias and ignorance in taxation coverage. It asserts Richards is a Republican and suggests Democrats now recognize their error.
Havine and others push W. Meldrum as secretary of state but he declines. The Albany county and other delegates urged him to accept, yet he refused while pledging to support Wyoming statehood and guide the new state in the right direction.
O P Kerroce of Crook county is urged to be invited to address southern Wyoming citizens on the political issue of the day. It would be a great treat to hear him at this time.
A large enthusiastic crowd attended as Republicans ratified nominations. Speakers included Mr. Davidson and Mr. Groesbeck with humor and solid facts, while Mr. Scott impressed as district judge candidate. Judge Carey commented on Geo. W. Baxter’s Democratic gubernatorial nomination. Dr. Hayford urged quiet focus on state issues and hinted at Sentinel support for the campaign.
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