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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1889
Page
3
The article reports the total public debt less available cash at 1 072 601 276 dollars. It mentions plans for a new state created by Congress and notes encouraging news from Tur Sun. It quotes Burra o Bit and Christopher Columbus as reflections on escape from Spain. The Cheyenne board of trade will publish a richly illustrated report with at least 10 000 copies.
The constitution discourages creating new counties and action is urged now.Rumors say Crook county plans delegates against the new Weston county. Congressman Payson of Illinois opposes Wyoming admission and defended the Sparks land policy.
Henry Grapys speeches and papers will be published with a preface by Henry Watterson to benefit a needy widow and orphan children. General Gregiey notes winter's cold term has passed and no more cold snaps are expected, aligning with the government weather department.
The note highlights Nellie Bly’s single dress on her world voyage and questions county official pay, mentioning the county treasurer, sheriff and clerk salaries. It asks if taxpayers can endure such compensation levels amid a real estate boom.
The tax epidemic of influents appears to have spread to politics causing deadlocks in Montana, a ruleless national house led by Speaker Reed, and a temporarily organized Iowa house with unresolved timetables plus an unsettled Ohio legislature.
The White House will hang a portrait of ex President Cleveland funded by Congress through official executive branch estimates. It is the first such item included in this fiscal year’s treasury estimates.
The article notes a Republican path to a working House majority and rules to curb filibustering, enabling passage of the Wyoming statehood bill if desired. It stresses that Wyoming’s bid for statehood appears stronger than before, regardless of current party strife.
The proposed law keeps voter qualifications but requires poll tax payment and advance registration. Major changes favor public funding of ballots, single ticket with all candidates, ballot delivery inside the polling place, restricted voting to delivered ballots, voter privacy, and compulsory secrecy. Old provisions largely retained but reorganized for clarity and uniform guidance to election officers.
The remark asserts that resolving the membership status of the House should precede any other business. It emphasizes constitutional propriety and orderly legislative conduct in handling disputed seats and seating arrangements.
The Omaha Republican argues that rapid adoption of legislation depends on Democratic majorities in Congress, claiming efficiency improves when the party in power holds a majority and can push bills through.
Grover Cleveland was quoted by a Toronto Globe interviewer remarking that men with elements of leadership develop rapidly. The remark was followed by a humorous aside comparing growth in leadership to mushrooms.
The report notes Tom B. Rerep delivering a bold quorum ruling that inflames Democrats who denounce the decision with cries of shame while he murmurs a subdued comment from Maine.
The article notes that German papers attack the Samoa treaty while American Democrats claim harsh terms. It questions whether U S experiences were as bad as opponents argue, suggesting partisan framing in coverage.
A faction within the House of Representatives threatens to obstruct majority bills, citing Roger Q. Mills and his warning. The party aims to prevent passage of measures it does not approve, intensifying partisan battles.
The piece argues that Newiie Bay has done nothing special with wealth and could be replicated by many with similar funds, asserting she is not a heroine in any sense.
A historical tirade condemns the Democratic Party for avoiding candid advocacy of free trade. It argues that openly supporting free trade would lead the party to wander in political doubt for another era.
Ex Speaker Randall, who had been making a steady rise, suffers a renewed illness and remains in a weakened condition. Friends grow discouraged by the setback and seek improvements in his health.
Congruss MaN McKinney said in the house that tyranny of the minority is infinitely more odious than tyranny of the majority while replying to Mr. Carlisle amid a democratic filibuster.
Susan B. Anthony and Clara Barton lead a drive to raise 25000 dollars for an enduring Lucy Webb Hayes memorial in Washington. They seek five dollar contributions from each of 5000 charter members, a target deemed easily attainable.
In a resolute action Republicans scrap a disliked fillibuster method and pave the way for a majority in the House of Representatives to advance legislation. This procedural shift signals a significant change in how bills progress through the lower chamber.
The text emphasizes the foundation principle that the majority shall rule is re-established, underscoring the government's commitment to democratic governance and decision making by the greater number. The statement highlights a return to core constitutional ideals guiding policy and leadership.
The senate yesterday confirmed H. R. Mann to the position of register at the Buffalo land office, marking a major step in the administration of western land affairs.
The report of the council investigation committee recalls a familiar parable about ten thousand French soldiers marching uphill and then downhill, underscoring a pattern of effort and retreat.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes that Speaker Reed faces abuse but argues that such criticism is not new for renowned leaders. It recalls figures like Sumner, Seward, Lincoln, and Grant who were also derided by the Democratic Party in earlier eras.
The Salt Lake Tribune quotes Senator Teller criticizing Windom's bill as born in sin and sinfully harmful, saying it would worsen silver demonetization burdens. He praises western opposition and predicts a push to stamp the plan from public view.
Voters favor Reed as a reformer who condemns factionalism in the House and calls for an end to bully tactics. Supporters say his bold stance signals a new era of straight dealing in legislation.
A New York incident shows a colored woman creating a sugar like powder that passed chemical analysis. She replaced a neighbor's sugar with the substitute causing an explosion that shook colored society. the stove legs bore silent witness to the event.
The Londoners report Parnell will receive all legally recoverable costs plus the entire expenses incurred. The London Chronicle endorses modest damages as proof of Parnell’s legitimate moderation. The Telegram condemns the Times for failing to see the settlement as satisfactory and prudent.
The Illinois constitution bars state funds for non state owned institutions and leaves poverty care to locals, with inmates funded by the state and only small county charges for personal items. Oregon requires counties to care for their poor but reimburses the state for out of state or nonresidents.
Officials propose new schedules to minimize clashes among county and district courts. Changes include shifting December to November for Johnson county and moving Albany terms to August and February to reduce overlaps. The plan lists revised dates for Albany Converse Crook Fremont Sheridan Johnson Carbon Laramie and others.
Mrs Mas Thomas J Canine of Carvennr Wyoming writes to the Sun about her claim against the Select Knights of the A O U W for her husband’s death. She states the total claim was 2000 dollars but she has only received 353 dollars after waiving further demands and surrendering the policy. She notes another order paid her husband’s full insurance promptly and expresses gratitude.
Mr. J. R. Brennan has been promoted to the new clerkship in the railroad superintendent's office, taking the position left by Mr. Henderson. His railroading career began in 1886 as a clerk in Laramie, then moved to the freight department and, from June 1887 to June 1858, served in the freight office in this city before being placed in charge of the ac.
The passage notes Brennan receiving a present promotion at the counting department headquarters. It praises his ability courtesy and fitness for the responsible duties and predicts a promising future due to rapid advancement already achieved.
A Denver dispatch reports the Wyoming admission bill postponed by the House Committee on Territories at the president’s request to speed action on the Oklahoma measure. Delegate Carey gains a moved hearing. Wyoming’s memorials and maps are ready, signaling strong support and likely swift statehood despite no prior delegations visiting.
The marriage of Miss Bertha Rath to Mr R Ford was held at the bride’s father’s East Twenty first Street residence with Rev Dr Rafter officiating. J W Hall served as groomsman and Miss Frankie M Hunstitt as bridesmaid. The couple will depart for Ogden today where Ford runs the town’s sole transfer business.
The Lander valleys, buried under eight inches of snow after two storms and a week of subzero temperatures, saw a chinook wind Friday night. By Saturday the wind intensified into a tempest and, by Sunday morning, the snow had nearly vanished while the sun shone brilliantly.
The Evanston and Deep Creek Railroad reaches forty miles of the Wyoming Salt Lake and California route. A Union Pacific enterprise, the line from Evanston to Park City should be operational before April with mountain work starting this month to avoid tunnel delays. By September the Evanston to Deep Creek segment is expected in full operation.
Warranty deeds show Martha Hayter and husband to William G. Shapcott for 1 percent of lots 7 and form block 164 valued at 1250 dollars. Frank H. Connor to Charles H. Dal glaish for 160 acres valued at 500 dollars. W. W. Abrams to Charles H. Dal glaish for 200 acres valued at 500 dollars. Angot Abrams to Charles H. Dal glaish for 40 acres valued at 200 dollars. Lewis H. Ashton to W. W. Corlett trustee for 160 acres valued at 500 dollars.
Our friend Caldwell editor of the Tribune received a draft for 1300 dollars as the second installment of his share in his grandfather's Wheeling West Virginia estate. The remainder is to follow as property is disposed of. Caldwell's share was earlier estimated at 10000 dollars by Sue Sun in a stray verse.
Edith Putnam, 10, wins the Leader prize for the best Columbus essay from public school pupils. Eight submissions were judged by a committee including John F Carroll Frances Hale Gibson Clark and Robert C Morris. Edith wrote under the pen name Beatrix and her piece showed originality, while Arthur Richardson placed second. Edith lives at Camp Carlin and studies with Miss Lulu Taylor at West End school. The Sun offers additional prizes for historical and biographical sketches to spur participation.
The opera house sale attracted a crowd as city band music enhanced the event. Henry Harrington conducted the auctioneer role and started the spring campaign with notable sales including Lot 8 block 324 to George G. Masten for 6300 and other parcels to Chapman Captain Lyons W Miller William Gannet. Additional sales were reported but not detailed.
A collection of quips and sayings on luck, fortune, and social foibles. It playfully contrasts actors, fishermen, sailors, and youths with humorous observations about boards, ships, wool, and affection.
The council met in a special session to set the year’s appropriations. Funds allocated 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, and a building for the Alert Hose company 5000.
The Greeley Excursion Company C plans an exhibition drill at the Greeley opera house on Friday the 7th inst. Excursion rates are offered for round trips. Interested travelers may secure rates by contacting Rev. R. E Field. The train departs at 10 o'clock a.m.
Unofficial reports state the boilers meant for Union Pacific shops arrived in Omaha and were condemned after inspection. If confirmed, the condemnation would delay the start of work at the Omaha shops.
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