Dainy Sun warns of a Wyoming conspiracy slander campaign
The Dainy Sun accuses a small group of politicians of planning a wholesale smear to gain control. It cites Judge Corn speeches and Geo Baxter falsehoods, cites denials from Tuz Sun and the Laramie Times, and urges citizens to condemn the conspirators and question Baxter's actions for Wyoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Corn
Geo. W. Baxter
Joe Young
Warren
Tuz Sun
Laramie Times
Rock Springs
Tae Sun
Infamous Cattle Trust Tainted Wyoming History
The Leader claims Governor Warren was the first Wyoming manager of the American Cattle Trust, acting at stockholders urging. Warren resigned when the trust harmed cattlemen, while Magee placed his son in law Baxter in charge. Certificates worth 25 cents on the dollar collapsed as Magee bought them up, revealing the trust’s true inwardness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
Wyoming
American Cattle Trust
Magee
Baxter
Baxter’s Wyoming management faces scrutiny and possible withdrawal
The article accuses Baxter of abusing power while claiming to be public-spirited. It notes his income comes from an inequitable trust and predicts significant developments about his control. A Cheyenne office withdrawal is contemplated, with Baxter potentially moving to Denver due to lack of property in the state.
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Baxter
Wyoming
Denver
Reel Withdraws From Democratic Ticket
The Sun says A. H. Reel has withdrawn from the Democratic ticket, asserting the Leader’s denial is false. Reel is an old timer willing to let carpet baggers run the party, even if they ruin it.
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The
Sun
A. H. Reel
Reel
John A. Riner Endorsed Amid Rail Interest Debate
The piece defends John A. Riner as best suited for Wyoming's first state assembly, noting his public service and denouncing calls to distrust the Union Pacific. It argues the railroad is a major taxpayer driving development in Laramie County and has shifted from past political influence. It cites a coal weighing bill passed by Governor Warren and insists the railroad seeks fair treatment, not special legislation.
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John A. Riner
Wyoming
Union Pacific Railway Company
Union Pacific
Laramie
Jay Gould
Sidney Dillon
Warren
EREAS
Repulcan
United Item
Congress
Republican Party
Baxter Wins Audience Sympathy In Joint Debate
In a cross examination style session, Baxter drew broad sympathy from the combined debate audience. Spectators reacted to his responses with supportive murmur.
Leader dispute over Baxter contingent fund accusation
The Leader is accused of misquoting remarks by ex Secretary Morgan and faces a charge about Baxter using more than his share of the contingent fund. It argues the $1,200 annual appropriation, payable quarterly, allows only quarterly draws, though a brief governor may authorize the full quarter.
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Morgan
Baxter
Tus Sun
Repeal of 1888 Act Threatens Arid Land Settlers
State boards of trade urge Congress to repeal the October 2, 1888 act governing arid lands. They warn that the law unsettles titles, halts irrigation projects, and jeopardizes thousands of home entries and rural development in Cheyenne land district and the wider northwest.
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Boards of Trade
Congress
Cheyenne Land
Rawlins Debate Sparks Pity for Daxter as Judge Clarey Smiles
Across all accounts Daxter drew pity after the Rawlins debate while Judge Clarey appeared fresh and smiling. The contrast highlighted public perception of performance and demeanor in the event.
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Daxter
Rawlins
Clarey
Renomination shock for Colin Hunter sparks county anger
The letter condemns Colin Hunter as unfit for the state senate and accuses him of partisan bias and lack of Wyoming ties. It urges selecting a candidate with qualifications and county interest, criticizing Hunter's past winter failure and perceived loyalty to Democrats.
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Tuk
Colin Hunter
Hunter
Ble
Laramie
Wyoming
Debaters Hit By Critics In Charity Speech Review
A charitable summary notes how Campbell, Harvey, and Beck attacked the speaker at different debate stages yet he pressed through with a commendable performance amid the hostile questions and interruptions.
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Campbell
Harvey
Beck
Confederate shotguns welcome at polls, federal bayonets opposed
The Laramie Sentinel quotes a Democratic line that federal bayonets will not be tolerated at the polls of a liberty loving people, while suggesting Confederate shotguns are acceptable. The note frames a partisan clash over election security and civil liberties.
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Laramie
Endorsement Urges Schnitger for Retrenchment and Low Taxes
The Laramie Sentinel argues W. R. Schnitger deserves renomination for the lower house for his honest record and leadership of the Laramie county delegation. It claims he prevented extravagant territorial treasury expenditures and urges voters to support retrenchment and lower taxes in a clear call to endorse his reform efforts.
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W. R. Schnitger
Schnitger
Laramie County
Territorial Treasury
Democratic Blunder Warned By Laramie Times
The Laramie Times argues Democrats risk defeat if they rely on prevarication and deception. It urges honesty as best policy in politics, noting the advice is gratuitous yet urging Democratic friends to heed it.
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Laramie Times
The Young affidavit and the 1885 Chinese riot in Wyoming
The Rock Springs Independent recalls Joe Young’s affidavit about Governor Francis E Warren and the 1885 Chinese riot. It describes Warren’s decisions to quell the unrest, the police call, and a plan with Union Pacific to remove Chinese workers from certain mines and avoid reemployment, noting tensions and outcomes from that period.
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Rock Springs
Independent
Joe Young
Warren
Wyoming
Hiv
Sheplff
Union Pacific
Calloway
Almy
Riots, affidavits, and political maneuvering in Warren era
The article recounts a confrontation involving Governor Warren, Sheriff of Sweetwater and other officials over riot control and the use of deputies. It discusses an affidavit by Mr. Young used for a campaign document, claims of political motivation, and the governor’s stance on maintaining peace and vindicating the law.
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Warren
Mr. Young
Uinta County
Young
Sweetwater County
Bob Smith
Arren
Theo Kisnay
Joe Young
Ti Kinney
Wee
Nomination of Richard H. Scott for first judicial district
The Sandasee Republican reports Richard H. Scott is nominated for judge of the first judicial district. It praises him as a well known, upright candidate whose welfare for all people motivates his bid. The editorial urges Crook county and Sundance to support a strong, decisive vote for Scott in the upcoming election.
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Sandasee
Richard H. Scott
Crook County
Sundance
Scott
Ciizens
Mr. Scott
Republican Nominates R H Scott for First District Judge
The Republican Party of this judicial district names R H Scott a capable local lawyer as nominee for judge of the first district comprising Laramie Converse Weston and Crook counties. The editorial endorses his eminent qualifications and exemplary character, saying his election would bring honor to the judicial office.
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Indance Gazette
R. H. Scott
Laramie
Converse
Weton
Crook
Democray
Aiman
Not in the Dusate Noted in Baxter Guard Tale
The text describes Baxter and his bodyguard at Warren and Kranton, with muttered comments on fear and shame. Clark may avoid an action, and a joke by funny man steals up behind him. Campbell is portrayed as the promptor and lively reader.
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Baxter
Waelstems
Warren
Kranton
Locke
Charles
Kentucky
Bock
Clark
funnyQnan
Derdndal
Carfipbell
Afro American League forms in Wyoming meeting at Keefe hall
A large audience attends an Afro American League gathering in Laramie County on August 12 at Keefe hall. D. D. Moore elected president, resolutions favor Republican aid including support for an election bill, equal rights, and protection for southern relatives.
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Laramie County
League
D. D. Moore
Keefe Hall
Charles Cushingberry
M. W. Moore
Thistle
Richard Madison
H. C. Jefferson
T. B. Adams
Hebard
Republican Party
Z. T. Thistle
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