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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1890
Page
2
The text debates subscription terms with various time options and hints at the statehood of Wyoming. It notes Big Horn county likely to receive an enabling act while other proposed counties face doubt. The editor's stance is restrained yet critical of the Hebard bill, though not openly combative.
A leader praises a pending reform as a practical bill to purify elections, while critics in the morning newspaper warn about its potential drawbacks and political impact. The exchange highlights the legislative focus on improving electoral integrity and the newspaper’s debate.
A discussion contrasts a strict election law with one binding enough to curb fraud. Proponents say the Hebard bill reaches the root of evils and offers remedies, while critics accuse the measure of being distasteful to the democratic organ. Tax money and treasury funding issues are also debated.
The ir election bill provokes intense dispute as critics argue it tightens suffrage beyond prior taboos and concentrates control in a new autocracy. Supporters claim it aligns with state constitutional changes while opponents decry complexity and loss of popular oversight.
The measure is simple and clear says Mr. Hebard. It will secure an honest election, though it may anger friends who are opponents. The wording emphasizes straightforward policy without complicating factors.
A spoofing critique deconstructs the Parnell inquiry noting its bias toward labeling Irish agitators as criminals while omitting Ireland's grievances. The piece questions the report’s fairness, cites Gladstone and Parnell, and mocks reforms such as ballots and immigration bills amid unrelated notes on Wyoming, New York, and a world fair funding issue.
Tuk Sus endorses a new firm taking charge of the Breningy Tribune. The paper expresses reluctance to lose Mr. Al White but wishes him success in his journalistic pursuit.
Six Montana Democratic senators are in Portland Oregon awaiting the session end. The Boston paper notes ex King Milan of Serbia lost $50,000 at a gambling table last week. With the house rules adopted a swift dispatch of public business is anticipated.
Cut Ton Iowa asserts it is the birthplace of Lillian Russell, famed opera star noted for her voice and notoriety for her romantic life.
A heavy wind storm caused considerable damage in Buffalo overnight, followed by the season’s heaviest snowfall. Utility outages and downed trees were reported, with crews deployed to clear roads and restore services.
A council member notes less talk on cutting appropriations as the session continues. The Republican majority in the house grows with two more Republicans added to the elections list. Edward Belamy, 42, a lawyer turned writer, gains prominence. The Allison reelection faces delay risks as anti monopoly forces press to withdraw support.
The legislative committee abroad to review public buildings has not yet filed its report. Some editors and members questioned the territorial asylum as too large and costly. The large residence for the superintendent drew adverse comment, with critics deeming the expenditure unnecessary.
Sampled items note Rawlins penitentiary site progress and prisoner labor potential for construction. Denver Republican forecasts Wyoming admission within thirty days. Saloons to close Sundays per supreme court ruling. local authorities to enforce. A Wyoming statehood interview from New York Star is cited. House report on Wyoming bill praised. talk of hall frescoes upon Washington news. Verse on parliamentary quorum echoes Speaker Read style.
The legislature states that under federal debt limits it cannot authorize any but essential appropriations for running costs, emphasizing tight fiscal restraint while honoring congressional indebtedness rules.
The New York World notes President Harrison names Charles Emory Smith to Russia, calling him an able editor of the Philadelphia press and an accomplished, genial man, a good writer and speaker in a tardy concession to Secretary Blaine.
The amendment limiting the tax bill to towns of 3000 population did not improve the measure and is unlikely to salvage it. Observers expect the election bill to be altered by the council until it loses value. The favored tactic to kill a measure is to strike out all text below the enacting clause.
A sensational report from two Chinese men in Chicago describes a marvelous gold discovery. The piece warns readers to stay skeptical of fabulous finds tied to stock sales, noting the tale could harm or help if it leads Chinamen across the Pacific or leaves them stranded.
Miss Maude Hall survives a deadly onslaught by 18 year old Eugene Callahan on Cheyenne South Side. After firing four shots at her at close range and failing, Callahan returns to his home and then shoots himself, dying within minutes. Coroner Chaffin ordered the bodies removed to his mother’s home.
Miss May E. Wair, two and a half years assistant in the high school, resigns. Miss Annette Hooker of Ohio is elected to fill the vacancy. Hooker is in the city and comes with several years of similar work. Wair leaves to become a wife, as Cheyenne’s young men are noted.
The Sun at the Ball reports Mrs Waterbury wore a fitting and beautiful costume at the Alerthone ball. Her ensemble drew much admiration and she was among the most observed by attendees and observers.
Charles W. Rodgers petitions dissolution of marriage with Addie J. Rodgers in the district court of the first judicial district Laramie County Wyoming. Respondent must answer by March 19 1890. Attorney W P Carroll signs for Rodgers. Clerk Sean Frank I Clark records date January 16 1890.
Notice per Wyoming probate order that Harmon V. Beeson estate will sell cash to highest bidder the NE quarter half and lots 7 8 in section 11 township 26 N range 65 W. Auction at the Cheyenne courthouse front door on March 14 1890 at 2 pm. Administrator Percy Hoy to conduct sale.
Notice states William J Rutledge of Pine Bluffs Wyoming filed intent to make final proof for homestead 765 in section 32 township 14 range 60 west. The hearing before the Cheyenne Register and Receiver on March 20 1890 will name witnesses S Albert Pierce Albert Gerber Mrs Alice Tracy Pine Bluffs and Daniel Thomas Egbert to prove residence and cultivation.
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