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Newspaper

Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1890

Page

10

State of Wyoming debates and county status hints

The article discusses Wyoming statehood prospects, noting Big Horn county likely to gain an enabling act while other counties face doubt. It reflects editorial sentiment from the Leader and comments that the Hebard bill is overly stringent for the Democratic daily organ. The piece also mentions subscribers and renewal rates in a terse, opinionated tone.

Big Horn County Leader Democratic Daily Organ

Legislature Aims for Clear Practical Election Law

Quote from leader praises a reform to create purer elections and notes it aligns with the legislature's current actions, while a morning newspaper criticizes the move as problematic. The exchange highlights tension between reform aims and media skepticism.

Hebard election bill faces scrutiny amid calls for reform

A debate on a coop election law questions its strength and remedies. Supporters say the Hebard bill tackles root evils and curbs fraud while opponents claim it is distasteful to the democratic organ. Discussion shifts to tax money, treasury funds, and gaps in current proposals.

Debate over ir election bill in territory

The editorial criticizes the ir election bill as restricting suffrage and enlarging autocratic control. It contrasts the measure with the state constitution and notes democratic lawmakers opposing it while calling for a plain and honest bill.

Plainspoken bill aims at honest elections

The speaker asserts Mr. Hebard's measure is not difficult and will secure an honest election, a result that the speaker says will anger their friends and opponents alike.

Mr. Hebard

Report on Parnell critical of inquiry and Irish rights

A Washington style summary denounces the Parnell commission report as biased and evasive. It argues the inquiry deflects blame from government over Irish coercion and praises Parnell's restraint while condemning agitators and the law.

Parnell London 7Émes Commission Ireland United States Gladstone

Tuk Sus joins new Breningy Tribune firm

The Breningy Tribune announces a new firm to take charge with Tuk Sus and expresses reluctance to lose Mr. Al White while wishing him success in his journalistic undertaking.

Tuk Sus Breningy Tribune al White

Senators From Montana Float In Portland Waiting Session End

Six Montana Democratic senators are staying in Portland Oregon as the current session winds down. The report notes a shift in House rules may speed public business and policy measures once they pass.

Montana Portland Oregon House of Representatives Reed House Senate

Cut Ton Lays Claim as Lillian Russell Birthplace

Cut Ton Iowa authorities assert the town as the birthplace of Lillian Russell famed for operatic talent and noted for her many amours.

Cut Ton Iowa Lillian Russell

Buffalo Hit by Wind Storm and Heavy Snowfall

A heavy wind storm caused considerable damage in Buffalo overnight, followed by the season’s heaviest snowfall.

Buffalo

Political notes on house majorities and state politics

A council member notes less talk of cutting appropriations as the session progresses. The Republican House majority grows with two more Republicans added by the elections committee. Editorials comment on Wyoming tax policy, prize fighting, and a Texas murder. Bellamy’s rise is discussed, and Allison’s re election remains uncertain amid anti monopoly pressures.

House of Representatives Committee On Elections Dallas Texas House Committee Wyoming

Tax committee tours western public buildings

The committee visiting western sites has not reported. Some members told Tae Sun editor the territorial asylum appears large and costly. The planned large residence for the superintendent faces adverse criticism, with questions about its necessity.

Tae Sun

Wyoming statehood notes and local reactions

The article discusses Rawlins penitentiary plans and work with prisoner labor, statewide statehood prospects for Wyoming with editorial support from Denver Republican and Omaha Bee, plus Sunday saloons closure and parliamentary quirks. It cites statehood interviews, university visits, and a fresco idea for a statehood celebration hall.

Legislature Funds Only Necessary Running Expenditures

The Wyoming legislature notes that under federal debt limits it is justified to provide only essential running expenditures and no extra appropriations.

Wyoming Congress

Nominating Charles Emory Smith for Rus sia post

The New York World notes President Harrison’s nomination of Charles Emory Smith of Philadelphia as minister to Russia marking an exceptional and tardy concession to Secretary Blaine. Smith is described as accomplished, clever, bright, genial, a good writer and a good talker.

Charles Emory Smith Philadelphia Ress Russia Harrison Blaine Smith New York World

Amendment Narrowly Targets Tax Bill Fails to Help

The amendment limits the tax bill to towns over 3,000 residents but does not improve or destroy the measure. Promises of compromise are typical as council efforts continue. The election bill is expected to be amended until it loses value, with critics noting striking out everything below the enacting clause as a common tactic.

Treasuries House Council Beck

Singers Skeptical of Pacific Gold Tale

A Chicago yesterday tale told by two Chinese men claims a wonderful gold discovery. Skepticism rises over selling stock offers tied to the story, though if the tale drives Chinamen to leave the country and be stranded abroad some see it as a mixed outcome.

Chicago Pacific Ocean

Tragic Love Tragedy Ends in Suicide and Attempted Murder

In Cheyenne on the south side Miss Maude Hall escaped four gunshots from Eugene Callahan after a dispute over skating. Callahan, 18, wounded himself with a final shot at the J I Clark house and died. Hall fled to a neighbor's home as Coroner Chaffin investigated.

Miss Maude Hall Eugene Callahan Cheyenne Miss Hall Louise Dudley Ada Brubaker South Side Young Callahan Mies Hall Anothe Ball Callahan J. ‘I. Clark Hos Montana S. E. Hall Chaffin Soen

Miss May Wair Resigns from Cheyenne High School

Miss May E. Wair resigns after two and a half years as assistant teacher at the high school. Annette Hooker of Ohio is elected to fill the vacancy and is already in the city. Hooker has taught the same grade for years and comes well recommended as a cultured and successful teacher.

May Wair May E. Wair Annette Hooker Ohio Miss Hooker Miss Wair Cheyenne

The Sun at the Ball at Alerthone

Mrs. Waterbury led the Sun’s presence at the Alerthone ball in a fitting and beautiful costume. Her dress stood out among the unique effects created by the many gowns and she drew wide notice from observers.

Legal Notice to Addie J Rodgers Wyoming Divorce Case

Non resident Addie J Rodgers residing Salt Lake City is notified that Charles W Rodgers has filed for a divorce in the district court of the first judicial district, Laramie County, Wyoming Territory. Answer by March 19, 1890. Clerk Sean Frank I Clark announces dates and filing details.

Addie J. Rodgers Wyoming Territory Salt Lake City Tah Territory Charles W. Rodgers District Court First Judicial District of Wyoming County of Laramie Charles W. Rogers Charles W. Roncers W. P. Carroll Sean Frank I. Clark First Judicial District Territory of

Sale of Harmon V Beeson Estate Real Property in Cheyenne

Pursuant to a probate order in Laramie County Wyoming the administrator of Harmon V Beeson deceased offers for sale cash to the highest bidder the northeast quarter half and lots seven eight section eleven township twenty six north range sixty five west at public auction at Cheyenne courthouse front door on March 14 1890 at 2 pm Percy S Hoy administrator states sale date time and property description for the Beeson estate

Laramie County Wyoming Harmon V. Beeson Sach Harmon V. Beeson County of Laramie Territory Township Twenty-Six Cheyenne Wyoming Territory Percy Hoy

Notice for Publication Cheyenne Land Claim 1890

Notice is given that William J. Rutledge of Pine Bluffs Wyoming has filed for final proof on his homestead claim 765 for section 32 township 14 range 60 west. Proof will be made before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming on March 20, 1890. Witnesses include S Albert Pierce Albert Gerber Mrs Alice Tracy Pine Bluffs and Daniel Thomas Egbert.

Lanp Cheyenne Wroo Wyo William J. Rutledge Pine Bluffs Homestead Albert Pierce Albert Gerber Alice Tracy Daniel Thomas Egbert Champlin Register

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