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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1890
Page
6
An Evanston- Wyoming political opinion piece argues the Democratic Party demoralizes Uinta County while praising Republican progress. It urges voters to back Republicans who developed railroads coal mines and industry and to oppose Democratic obstruction in Northern Wyoming.
The text rails at Democratic contemporaries and claims Republicans opened Wyoming to full participation in the United States. It accuses foes of misleading readers to oppose union and self government while asserting the Republican party welcomed Wyoming into the union.
Albany county Democrats aim to hold Carey and Warren responsible for the failure of Laramie glass works. Couremne county Democrats target the Carey-Warren gang over a flood in Lusk valley. The Mimeer accuses Carey and Warren of eavesdropping at the Labor lodge window.
The Bee young state faces backlash as the paper argues statehood would curse rather than bless the state. It condemns the Democratic Party dominated by the South and opposes a course they believe would blight the region, foretelling long term economic and political harm.
Rawlins Republican notes a demoralized Democratic party in Uinta County with Republicans poised to win. At Evans convention on the 7th Army candidates formed a Workingman's Ticket endorsing state senator county clerk two commissioners assessor and schools superintendent on the Republican slate. Miners of Almy show party loyalty and endorse much of the Republican ticket.
William H. Page a black candidate nominated for constable by the county Democratic convention protests he is a Republican and cannot accept the nomination. The committee refused his declaration and a planned meeting of colored voters was announced to endorse his nomination on their ticket. The notice from Lanamis Wyoming dated August 11 1890 states his refusal.
The record notes there was no meeting Saturday evening to endorse him and that there was never any discussion of holding such a gathering.
An exchange notes 20000 head of cattle arrived in Chicago in one day while demand stays strong. Basin roundups yielded large numbers in fine condition despite drought, as ranchers expect continued beef supply growth and steady markets for fattening stock.
The statute prescribes a fine and possible jail for anyone who willfully registers in the wrong election or pretends to be a elector in an election they do not reside for. Offenders face fines from fifty to five hundred dollars and potential county jail terms from one month to six months.
An informed exchange predicts a major mining boom in Wyoming this year with over 25,000 miners and prospectors expected in the mountains. The belief centers on a belt across the state rich in old and silver, similar to productive regions in Colorado and extending north and west.
The board of registration closed at 9 pm and will reconvene for two days twelve days before the September 11 election. Registration totals by ward list 2,514 in the third ward with 992 women registered and 2,000 in the second ward. First Lieutenant George Ruhlen of the Seventeenth Infantry is promoted to captain and assistant quartermaster. Lieutenant Kerr may fill the vacancy at Fort Bridger.
M Wasserman explains his non acceptance of a Republican House ticket nomination written from Cheyenne. He notes business duties prevent campaigning and attendance as a representative, and wishes success for the ticket. H E Buechner is assigned to the vacancy by the Republican Central Committee and has accepted.
The Cheyenne reader gets a portrait of Mr. Buechner, longtime jeweler and civic figure, running on the Republican legislative ticket. Since arriving in 1875, his business growth, leadership in the Cheyenne fire department, and familiarity with parliamentary matters mark him as a strong, popular candidate for the 1882 legislative assembly.
The county Republican convention nominates Miss Estelle Reel for superintendent of schools. Reel, an experienced educator, taught seven years in high schools, moved to Cheyenne in 1887 with Illinois credentials, and would dedicate herself fully to Cheyenne and Laramie County schools if elected.
Governor Warren remains in weak condition but is improving day by day. Doctors say he is on the fair road to recovery though progress will be gradual. Rest and absolute quiet are deemed essential to his treatment.
The Republican ticket lists C. W. Sweet as a candidate for the lower house. Sweet began in Cheyenne in 1867 as a railroad newsboy and rose through roles at Union Pacific to become local freight and ticket agent. His long service and business insight are cited as assets for legislative duty and war services. Union Pacific shops now run until 4 PM Saturdays and 4:30 PM other days.
Articles of incorporation filed in the secretary of state's office yesterday show the Coal Creek Coal company with capital stock of 500000 dollars. Trustees listed include C. and Eastman, C.M. Smith, A. T. Seymour and W. H. Duhling. Places of business are Glenrock Wye and Lake City Calhoun county Iowa.
Fresh bids for the erection of the high school were opened but rejected as only two bids were received. The highest bid was 16 000 with a difference of 160 to the lowest. The estimated construction cost is thousand. The Union Pacific blacksmith shop roof was partly blown off in recent storms.
The piece criticizes Fred Madcap as a failed district judge candidate tied to Converse County and the prosecuting attorney. It describes his handling of cases like Manville as overly cautious and mentions his unsuccessful bid for reelection and a proposed state judiciary position.
The Cheyenne Leader mocks a coal miner as Republican forces plan a Saturday meeting in Laramie with speakers from abroad. Rev Charlies Cushinberry of Cheyenne conducted services. Dr H M Bennett of Scrategs deserted the Democrats to join the Republicans and had served as Carbon County coroner. Baker’s supporters speculate on campaign cash motives. About 1477 residents registered in five days in Laramie with 1700 more expected. Capitol Avenue work began yesterday.
In Uinta county a Democratic convention at Evanston sidelined Almy mining camp with just three ticket representatives, sparking an independent miners meeting as Democrats split and some support the Republican ticket. The move follows alleged unfairness by the Democratic ring.
Bricklaying on the Burlington line progresses with track laid for thirty miles. A new terminus station at Merino will open Monday, while three interim stations between Newcastle and Merino are named Arno Ouage and Jerome. Merino is planned as a permanent cattle shipping point.
The letter lauds Warren Casper for county organization and leadership, claiming he answered inquiries and produced a strong territorial report. It questions voting for G. W. Baxter, criticizing Baxter as unknown outside Cheyenne and citing his wealthy relatives.
Brook Denver Republican notes I. C. general live stock of the Union Facite Cui aiden reports stock trade booming. Four teams of cattle are loaded at Clay Mexico bound for Montana. Cars of cattle are on their way. Texas shipments also bound for Montana with more moves planned.
A coal train from Cambria ran away on the B and M line near Newcastle Wyoming and collided with a construction train. Several workers were injured and at least one man died. The wreck occurred around six o'clock last evening with crews rushing to the scene.
Rock Springs Independent reports R. B. Dykeman has the contract to erect four room city houses at Hanna for the Union Pacific. Dykeman expects to begin erection next week and notes more houses nearly complete, signaling extensive winter work at Hanna.
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