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Newspaper

Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1890

Page

7

Woman Suffrage Consequences in Wyoming Debate

The text recounts constitutional convention debates over women’s suffrage in Wyoming, noting Baxter’s proposal, Judge Brows and John W. Hoyt’s revision, and letters from Governor Warren and national figures. It covers political maneuvering, party positions, and references to Baxter’s later career and public claims. The piece also details a county land assessment controversy involving Commissioner Dyer, highlighting unequal valuations and farm property taxation disparities.

Commonwealth Baxter Warren Henry W. Bla United States New Hampshire John D. Long Mississippi Ational Republican Party Wyoming Dyer T. Dyer Board of Equalization Cheyenne Mr. Dyer Son ‘T Pole Creek Commission Dyer Laramie County

Baxter Candidacy Stirring Upset in Democratic Ranks

A fragment notes the Democratic wing backing Baxter for governor citing lack of public record. The piece argues this weakness could hurt his chances when votes are counted, suggesting party factions seek a strong, known candidate to avoid a weak showing.

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Who Is George W Baxter and His Electoral Claim

The Sun questions the identity of George W Baxter and his qualifications for public support. It asks what he would accomplish if elected and why voters should grant him their suffrage.

George W. Baxter Baste

Anxious Voter Seeks Baxters Choice for Senators

Fragmentary lines show a voter anxious to know which Baxters to back for senators and to avoid giving away preferences. Other wording hints at choices and cheeses as possible misheard phrases in a tentative political note.

John

Baxter Criticizes General Crook in Wyoming Stockgrowers Meeting

An old Wyoming incident is recalled as Mr. Baxter opposes a resolution praising General Crook for his Sioux war role. The note recalls Baxter’s 1884 protest at a stockgrowers gathering and implies lasting memory of his grievance against the general’s actions.

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Tax Leader Criticized Over Baxter and Church Rift

The article accuses Mr. Baxter of disloyalty amid a row involving the Catholic church and Father Nugent. The Sun avoids naming the reverend, noting public interest in the dispute. It claims Baxter refused to back Catholic efforts despite later backing out of a Wyoming Cup race donation.

Baxter Father Nugent

Leader’s attack on Baxter sparks editorial rebuttal

The Leader is accused of “shameless mendacity” for blaming a vicious personal fight on opponents while ignoring its own harsh attacks on Republican figures like Governor Warren. The Sun defends Easter’s nomination, questions Baxter’s qualifications, and condemns the lampooning strategy as biased and indecent.

Baxter Republican Party Warren Easter Mr. Baxter

Claim of Haxter’s Church Aid Denied by Father Nugent

A Democrat asserted yesterday that Haxter aided the Catholic church but this is incorrect. Father Nugent says he never sought help from him personally and that most people would not bother making such applications.

Haxter Father Nugent

Roam the Leader Admits Falsehood Over Governor’s Info Source

The Roam the Leader admits it did not name the informer it claimed sent information from the governor’s sick room, a correction prompted by requests from The Sun. The acknowledgment signals a retracting stance on the assumed source.

Tax Leader Should Show Mercy by Providing Fresh News

The Tax Leader column urges readers to receive newer material and less repetition. It argues for timely topics and varied content to maintain reader interest and trust in the publication.

Tax Leader

Tigre Democrats Urged to Use Motive Power for State

The article argues that Democrats, like train operators, must supply motive power to properly govern a country. It contends that slowing down or resistance hinders progress and a new state needs energy to advance.

Tigre

Political Slander and Campaign Strife Across Wyoming

A collage of partisan attacks and editorial rebuttals in Wyoming papers cites Democratic harassment, slander about Governor Warren, and presidential talk. It notes candidates Baxter and opponents, New York World critiques, and recent Republican speeches in Albany county amid a tense election mood.

Albany County

Baxter’s Cowboys Denounce George W Baxter as Ranch Autocrat

A Wyoming cowboy debunks George W Baxter as a friend of workers. He describes Baxter’s harsh treatment of ranch hands at the Big Horn basin and recounts foremen ousted for seeking fair wages. The letter challenges Baxter’s labor credentials and loyalty to cowboys.

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Florence Mine Strikes Richer Than Expected

From Douglas Creek Laramie Republican reports the Florence mine shows ore assays from $1,000 to $2,000 per ton. New machinery has been ordered for the mine and extensive development continues. Returns from the vein indicate it is now paying expenses and yielding handsome profit.

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Manager Flaunts Pick for Wyoming Division

The Salt Lake Tribune reports Fred Metsheimer is secured as the new manager for Wyoming division with broad support. Backers praise his qualifications and confidence in his leadership.

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