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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1889
Page
12
The December issue notes Pittsburg gas distribution, a death of Seanne the champion sculler, and Pennsylvania moving toward secret ballot use. It cites varied comments on elections and taxation, a prediction about weather improving in Seattle, and remarks on rail debt extension. A Manufacturer's Record correspondent warns the best weavers may soon be the young colored workers entering the market.
A Washington telegram notes new telegraphic service will keep readers informed of the procession. A French shell cartridge weighs less and costs less and avoids shell removal after each shot. Parisian Dan Pine claims hypnotic patients respond to the phonograph as the living speaker. President Harrison avoids endorsing Windom’s silver plan, especially in the West, treating it as commodity-based coin repudiation.
The Sun is urged to refrain from naming favorites while noting a broad field of Republican contenders across counties Albany Carbon Uinta and Laramie as well as Democratic aspirants Cheyenne Evanston Buffalo Buffalo and others. Leaders stress the field should be open to all residents and candidates for governor congress and judiciary.
Washington correspondent George Townsend notes Harrison avoids ostentation and mingles with the public. The president travels with staff, meets family at stations, and acts as an ordinary citizen. Townsend questions the impact of patronage and forecasts future judgments of his leadership.
Sreeaken Reno acted rightly toward his opponents while McKinley was elected chairman of the Ways and Means Committee and Cannon served as chair.
The piece blends opinion and gossip noting Queen Victoria’s health, the Prince of Wales, and Princess Charlotte? It mocks Miss Mississippi returns and Mississippi governor results. It praises Speaker Reed’s wit and intellect while predicting restraint in future speeches.
A 1889 Federal Reporter note states no power rests in the General Land Office to cancel a final homestead certificate. The court holds government redress must be sought in court, as land offices lack judicial authority, witness compulsion, or enforcement power.
A Washington telegram reports strong Republican belief that Idaho will be admitted as a new state this session, with Wyoming also likely. Senator Platt favors prompt Idaho admission and a favorable report once a bill reaches his committee. A few House members are positioned for chairmanship.
The House Committee on Territories favors Idaho statehood. Delegate Fred Dubois has built momentum, reporting no obstacles to statehood and promising prompt action once the bill is introduced. He plans to introduce Idaho’s statehood measure at the first house call.
The absconding ex cashier Silcott and companion Herminie Thibauld are traced to Quebec. Herminie posed as Silcott's wife to parents for years while she deposited a $2,500 pool winnings share from Silcott, then drew it from the bank. Mrs Silcott is nearly driven to despair amid the family scandal and ongoing inquiry.
An editorial advocates industrial training for Cheyenne youth as the city expands into an industrial center. It cites a railway office clerical job paying 30 dollars monthly versus carpenters and painters earning 3 to 5 dollars daily, highlighting a labor market oversupply of educated workers and calls for union apprenticeship access and robust industrial schools.
The article argues against the prejudice toward manual labor among youths and notes a shift as educated men work in trades. It asserts true worth comes from character, not occupation, and cites examples from Texas, Dakota, and notable families choosing practical roles. It emphasizes dignity in work regardless of social coat.
A General Land Office notice states the Buffalo land district boundary has been extended to remove an error that left ten to twelve townships out. Residents in Johnson County may now prove up on the previously excluded land without inconvenience.
Curiaco December 10. A divorce was granted to Mrs. Wilson Waddingham from her millionaire cattle king husband. He built a Havana palatial residence costing $365000, a dispute leading to separation after six years. The decree includes alimony and support for a child, matching prior arrangements.
An adjourned meeting of the original thirteen states governors convened in Washington to plan a memorial structure in Philadelphia commemorating the nation’s hundred years of independence and constitutional government. A bill was adopted for presentation to congress.
Mrs Helen R Saltus files for an absolute divorce from novelist Edgar Saltus alleging adultery and naming two co respondents as alleged in the complaint.
In Boston the municipal election today produced Hart, a Republican and Citizens candidate, as mayor by a large majority. In Lynn, the Democratic mayor was elected.
Cattle receipts at 11 000 marked a weaker market for poorer grades. Beeves sold near 500 dollars, steers ranged about 2 60 to 4 55, stockers and feeders from 1 90 to 3 00, Texas cattle trading around 1 50 to 2 50.
A freight and work train on the Vandalia collided this morning near CaAnForpsy IILe Indiana. Fireman Brecker was instantly killed and engineer Tritt plus two others were badly hurt.
The Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern lines announce a daily through car service from San Francisco Portland Spokane Falls Butte and Helena to Chicago via Council Bluffs. The Limited Fast Mail carries first class passengers in Pullman vestibuled cars and dining cars from San Francisco and Portland to Chicago. Surveyors for the Pacific Short Line map a new route near Bartlett's ranch on the Platte from Fairbank to Wendover along the south bank of the river.
A Topeka special reports a large sugar bond scam in at least five Kansas counties involving the American Sugar company of Kansas. Farmers bought bonds to fund a Mead Centre mill and Ashland bonds, totaling about 150000 dollars, with suspected supervisor Sharpe accused of mixing sugar with sorghum syrup. Bonds in some townships were destroyed after local action.
Wasuincrox December 10. Mrs. Scott Lord sister of Mrs. Harrison died this morning at 8 30. Only family members were present at the house where she was stopping. It was known the case was hopeless though death came sooner than expected. Mrs. Harrison and Mr Scott are with the remains.
Abilene Kansas December 10 The First National bank of this city has suspended business following prior bank failures. Confidence in banks has waned as eastern depositors withdrew funds and heavy drafts strained cash. Liabilities are reported at 116000 with resources around 300000.
T F Oakes president of the Northern Pacific railroad visited the city with General Solicitor McNaught and General Manager Hannaford to discuss a plan for irrigation of arid western lands. The proposal aims for Congress to grant western lands and for the railroad to aid irrigation companies formed by states to improve these lands, arguing state action could be quicker than federal funding.
A nitro glycerine explosion at the Butler torpedo company’s magazine two miles south of Butler destroys much of the factory and kills James O Woods and William Medill whose wagon and team were blown to pieces. Rescue crews search the woods for remains as the building is badly damaged. In Washington the House Sergeant at Arms inquiry examines forged name drafts with Rep Gear of Iowa and ex Rep Tauble of Kentucky seeking refund of funds.
Ventirmations Washington December 10 the senate this afternoon confirmed nominations including Robert P Porter New York superintendent of census Lewis A Groff Nebraska commissioner of the land office William A Stone assistant commissioner of the general land office James M Townsend recorder of the general land ce
The American Agricultural Society awarded the $500 grand prize for the best acre of potatoes to Charles B. Coy of Aroostook County Maine for 728 bushels. Alfred Rose of Penn Yann New York took second with 669 bushels. similar prizes will be offered next year.
Barrimons Dec 106. Thomas L. Savin, a bookkeeper for J. E. Dall & Co dry goods commission merchants, disappeared Tuesday after leaving the city. Dall alleges Savin forged checks and obtained funds belonging to the firm.
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