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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1889
Page
10
The article notes the total public debt is 1 072 601 276 dollars with limited cash. It forecasts a new state created by Congress and mentions a Washington morning report with cautious optimism. Cheyenne board of trade plans a detailed illustrated report with at least 10 000 copies.
The article notes the state constitution against creating new counties and urges timely action. It mentions talks of cutting county salaries, a Crook county delegation opposing Weston county, and Congressman Payson of Illinois opposing Wyoming admission, linking him to Sparks land policy.
Henry Grapy’s speeches and papers will be published with a preface by Henry Watterson, the proceeds aiding a needy widow and her orphaned children. General Gregiey notes winter’s cold snaps are past and agrees with the government weather department.
The piece notes Nellie Bly finished her world trip wearing the same dress she started with and in good condition at home. It also questions the salaries of county officials the county treasurer and ex officio probate judge exceed ten thousand a year, the sheriff earns seven to eight thousand, and the county clerk profits in a real estate boom, asking if taxpayers can endure such pay.
Tax struggles have spilled into politics causing gridlock. Montana stalls while the national House lacks rules with Speaker Reed guiding. Ohio and Iowa legislatures face organizational hiccups, leaving chambers unable to advance business.
A portrait of former President Cleveland is planned for display in the White House. The artwork will cost $5,000 and be funded from money allotted by Congress in the executive branch estimates for the fiscal year. This marks the first time such an item appears in the treasury estimates.
The article notes that polls suggest Republicans will gain a working House majority and enact rules to curb filibusters. It adds that if so, they could pass the Wyoming statehood bill. Despite current strife, Wyoming’s prospects for statehood are now better than before.
The proposal preserves voter qualifications but adds poll tax payment and advance registration. It adopts an Australian style ballot with public funding, single ticket listings, ballot delivery inside the polling place, strict secrecy, and compulsory ballot privacy. The old laws are reorganized into a single, clear chapter for officers to follow.
It is natural and right that the membership of the house of representatives should be settled before other business is taken up.
An Omaha Republican editorial argues that progress hinges on acknowledging government operates by majorities. It contends that quicker adaptation to this reality will benefit Democratic lawmakers.
The Toronto Globe quotes Grover Cleveland saying men with leadership elements develop rapidly, then adds a mordant joke about mushrooms. The remark pairs political observation with a quip highlighting growth and folly.
The scene centers on Tom B. Rerep whose decisive quorum ruling triggers Democratic fury amid cries of shame. The brief notes the Maine official’s act as a pivot in a tense political moment.
In view of the fact that the German papers are all assailing the Sa moan treaty it doesn't seem possible that America got so much the worst of it as democratic papers claim.
The tax minority in the House resists the majority by threatening to veto or block passage of measures not approved. This follows Roger Q. Mills' prior warning that such tactics would prevent action on unsupportive legislation.
The Boomerang opinion says Newiie Bay has done nothing extraordinary, mere repetition of what many could do with large funds. The piece argues she lacks heroic stature and tones down any exceptional achievement.
The piece mocks the Democratic Party for not voicing its true support of free trade, warning that endorsing it would lead to a long political drought similar to past eras of wandering in the political Sahara.
Former speaker Randall, who had been improving over several weeks, suffers a renewed weakness and his friends express deep discouragement over his condition.
Congruss MaN McKinney defended the majority in a House exchange with Mr. Carlisle during a Democratic filibuster. He warned that the tyranny of the minority is infinitely more odious than the tyranny of a majority.
Susan B. Anthony Clara Barton and other prominent women undertake to raise 25000 dollars to build in Washington an everlasting memorial of Lucy Webb Hayes. They seek 5000 charter members to contribute five dollars each and expect no difficulty in obtaining them.
In a resolute move the Republicans have disposed of a troublesome fillibustering method and enabled the House majority to proceed with its agenda. The change marks a significant procedural shift affecting legislative action and party dynamics.
The dispatch discusses restoring the basic principle that the majority should govern, emphasizing the reestablishment of popular control in government.
The senate yesterday confirmed H. R. Mann's appointment as register of the Buffalo land office, marking end of confirmation proceedings and appointing him to the federal bureau posting.
The council's investigation summary recalls a familiar anecdote about ten thousand French soldiers marching uphill and then returning downhill, implying a fruitless or cyclical pursuit.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes that Speaker Reed faces abuse from the Bourbon faction, arguing that every prominent American statesman honored in the past 30 years endured similar scorn from the Democratic party, citing Sumner, Seward, Lincoln, and Grant as examples.
The Salt Lake Tribune reports Senator Teller openly critiques Windom's bill calling it a product of London sin and Wall Street iniquity. He says it would worsen the burdens from silver demonetization and praises western men gathering to defeat the plan.
Supporters praise Speaker Reed for rebuking partisan tactics in Congress and restoring public business focus. The writers welcome a bold, resolute stance aimed at cleansing the House’s methods and improving national governance.
A New York colored woman reportedly created a sugar like powder that concealed an explosion after she substituted it for a neighbor's sugar. The incident shook the community and left the stove legs as evidence. The account questions women's role in devising means of fighting.
The Londoners report that Par nell will obtain not only legally recoverable costs but also the entire expenses incurred. The London Chronicle lauds measured damages, while The Telegram condemns the Times for being duped and calls the settlement satisfactory.
The Illinois constitution bars funding non state owned facilities and keeps poor relief as a local charge. Inmates are state funded with small county charges for clothes and minor items. No pay patients exist. Oregon requires counties to care for their poor but reimburses the state for nonresidents or those lacking legal residence.
Proposed realignment of territorial court terms to minimize conflicts. It outlines current dates for Uinta Sweetwater Carbon Laramie Albany Johnson Fremont Crook and Sheridan and suggests moving December to November and shifting fall terms to August and February to improve attendance by officials and attorneys.
Mrs Cahill of Carvennr Wyoming writes to the Sun editor about a disputed insurance claim after her husband's death. She says the total claim was 2000 dollars but she has only received 353 dollars, having to surrender the policy to obtain this amount. She praises the separate A O U W order for paying the full death benefit promptly and kindly.
Mr J R Brennan promoted to the new clerkship in the railroad superintendent's office filling the vacancy left by Mr Henderson He began railroading as a clerk in 1886 in Laramie and later worked in the freight department From June 1887 to June 1858 he served in the freight office in this city before being put in charge of the ac
In a rapid rise at the headquar ters Brennan received a promotion seen as a deserved recognition of his ability courtesy and fitness for the duties. The advancement promises a bright future given the swift progress already made.
Denver Republicans report from Washington that the Wyoming admission bill was postponed by the house committee on territories at the president’s urging to expedite the Oklahoma measure. Delegate Carey will have a Thursday hearing with the Wyoming bill reserved for next Wednesday, and the Wyoming memorial is distributed to committee members.
Miss Bertha Rath and Mr. R. Ford were married at the bride's father's residence on East Twenty-first Street with Rev. Dr. Rafter presiding. J. W. Hall served as groomsman and Frankie M. Hunstitt as bridesmaid. The couple will depart for Ogden, where Mr. Ford runs Ogden's sole transfer business.
The Lander valleys, blanketed by eight inches of snow after two storms and ten days of subzero temperatures, saw a chinook wind on Friday night. By Saturday the storm intensified, then Sunday morning the wind faded and almost all snow had melted, with sun shining like a midsummer day.
The Evanston and Deep Creek line of the Wyoming Salt Lake and California road, a Union Pacific project, reaches forty miles ready for rails. Track laying will continue toward Park City with tunnel work not delaying progress, aiming for operation between Evanston and Deep Creek by September.
Martha Hayter and husband transfer 1 percent of lots 7 and block 164 to William G. Shapcott for 1250 dollars. Frank H. Connor transfers 160 acres to Charles H. Dal glaish for 500 dollars. W. W. Abrams transfers 200 acres to Charles H. Dal glaish for 500 dollars. Angot Abrams transfers and land to Charles H. Dal glaish for 200 dollars. Lewis H. Ashton transfers 160 acres to W. W. Corlett as trustee for 500 dollars.
The Tribune editor Caldwell received a draft for 1300 dollars as the second installment of his share in his grandfather's Wheeling estate. The remainder is to follow as property is disposed of. Caldwell's portion is estimated at about 10000 dollars, per Sue Sun who hinted more details would come.
The Leader awards five dollars for the best pupil essay on Columbus. Edith Putnam, age ten, wins after eight submissions. Her work, written under the pen name Beatrix, shows originality while a rival piece copied from an encyclopedia. Arthur Richardson is named second best. Edith studies at Camp Carlin under Miss Lulu Taylor.
The opera house sale drew a big crowd with music by the city band and Henry Harrington delivering a sharp auctioneering flourish. Early spring sales included George G. Masten purchasing Lot 8, block 324 for 6300, Chapman paying 925 for block 507, Captain Lyons paying 300 for lots 7 and 8 in block 544, W Miller paying 75 for Lot 4 in block 593, and William Gannet paying 1400 for Lots 3 and 4 in block 77. Additional sales were noted but not detailed, signaling a strong start to the season.
A collection of string of thoughts and witticisms about life, work, luck, and affection. It riffs on actors and bills, cemetery fate, ship reactions, heavy arguments, wool gathering, and youth romance. A joke exchange explains why a friend is called razor and why Sowders is strapped.
The council met to finalize the annual appropriation list. Funds include Streets and alleys 3509 dollars Bridges and culverts 5000 Water system 12500 Salaries 15500 Printing and advertising 1000 Fire department 3000 Park 2990 Bonds 6500 Interest on bonds 9370 Building for the Alert Hose company 5000.
The Greeley Excursion Company C will travel to Greeley to perform an exhibition drill at the opera house on Friday the 7th. Excursion rates are available as a round trip fare. Rev. R. E Field handles excursion applications. Train departs at 10 o clock a.m.
Unofficial reports say boilers for the Union Pacific shops arrived in Omaha and failed inspection leading to condemnation. If true, startup of work at the shops will be delayed.
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