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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1890
Page
2
The eleventh legislative assembly is praised as a hard working body in Wyoming. There is concern it may overlegislate before statehood. Another session looms within eleven months, possibly before July if Wyoming becomes a state.
A critical examination of the stock bill before the assembly questions using general territorial funds for a private stock commission. It argues the cost may reach 35000 and that mavericks sales will hardly offset it, noting most range cattle are foreign owned and taxation fairness, constitutional risk, and looming 50000 in state-legislature expenses.
The proposed one percent premium tax would hardly affect policyholders and would grant insurers leverage to advise on fire department management. Proponents argue the burden should fall partly on insurers, noting similar laws exist in many states.
The council narrowly defeated a bill to cut county warrant interest from eight to six percent six to five in committee. Laramie county members opposed the measure while Galbraith Beck Stotts and McGill supported it. The piece argues lower rates would lower public borrowing costs and help taxpayers by avoiding bonds sold to eastern capitalists.
Kansas factions clash over prohibition and tariff policies. Anti prohibition sentiment spreads among farmers while urban leaders push for registration and secret ballot reforms. The Wyoming constitutional convention influence is noted as public demand grows for fair voting measures.
Strong opposition arises to the proposed Babbitt county within the remnant of Carbon county. A lively contest is expected when the bill reaches the house, and it is believed the measure will be defeated.
The council committee on election rejects much of Hebard's bill after a ten day fight, offering a simpler registration plan that drops the Australian ballot and poll tax features while aiming to keep election purity. The Sun supports reform and notes possible adoption of a modified system with Wyoming statehood.
Senator Edmunds introduced a bill to protect United States officers from assault and murder while discharging their duties, aiming to strengthen penalties and guard enforcement personnel.
The council has yet to decide on lowering public certificates of indebtedness from eight to six percent. The Sun urges reversal of the committee’s recommendation and notes potential savings for taxpayers. Opposition led by Rollins Investment of Denver and lobbyist George H Taylor faced a 6 to 5 defeat in committee, with Laramie county representatives voting against. Local banks show little interest, focusing on reducing public expenses.
The passage of the measure is seen as improving the territory finances and allowing warrants to be sold at par. It argues that Wyoming counties and cities could market their floating debt at par with six percent interest, a point likely to influence Delegate Carey in Washington. Public attention has risen and the council may resist defeating a bill deemed clearly in the public interest.
In the House yesterday a new round of speeches focused on the location of the world’s fair. Tae Sun’s telegraphic columns offered a concise, brisk summary of the remarks made by several contestants gathered to press their chosen sites.
Report applauds Carey proposal to create three new land offices. Settlers in Fremont Crook and Converse counties face long journeys to prove land claims, a hurdle to territorial settlement.
The proposed appropriation plan for fish propagation would require about twelve thousand dollars over two years, including 6400 annually for trout and 1000 for a commissioner. The Sun urges revision of figures or reduced allowances, arguing retrenchment and taxpayer concerns amid questions of profitability and affordability.
The measure authorizes a $12,700 appropriation for hatchery maintenance, allows county commissioners to disburse $200 for fish distribution, and lets counties set up local hatcheries at their own expense. The text adds a skeptical remark that trout and carp are luxuries for the wealthy and calls brain food costly.
The passage notes strong pressure on lawmakers from their districts to secure appropriations. It warns that once the process starts, momentum will push toward substantial measures, with members fearing the need to deliver tangible benefits to constituents.
Editorial note discusses broad agreement that the jury system requires reform but officials show reluctance to implement radical changes. The piece weighs potential improvements while signaling caution about upheaval to established legal processes.
W vomine is nearing completion and will soon be prepared to conduct land office transactions and related business activities.
The legislature convened amid high expectations for an irrigation bill. The constitutional convention agreed that a new law reflecting modern ideas was an urgent necessity, prompting ongoing questions about the bill’s introduction and timing.
Questioned in the house whether legal counsel should assess the bill’s constitutionality before passage. The suggestion cites stock legislation patterns from the Wyoming Stock Association and notes repeated repeals by future legislatures when courts find laws unconstitutional.
The secretary of war administers a wholesome rebuke for a soldier punished for a minor offense, predicting service-wide benefits. The case highlights concern that the charging officer sat as judge advocate in the court martial.
A collection of light aphorisms and quips on church life, fashion in ministry, gossip, and daily foibles. Witty lines touch on ministers, deacons, young ladies, and practical wisdom with playful wordplay and social observations.
The Weblington Star notes the fall of pretenders to thrones as society shifts its power. The so called duke of Orleans remains in a Parisian jail meditating on history and the changing nature of rule.
The legislative reporter misreported Mr Rankin regarding signatures on the Babbitt county petition. Rankin said a local gentleman claimed his name on the petition was a forgery but he did not charge any signature as forged. The Sun issues the correction noting acoustics hinder understanding in Representatives Hall.
Reynolds Post the Ladies' Relief Corps and families met at the G A R rooms for a social evening. Commander O'Brien gave a reception speech, with addresses by Rev Lamkin Hon O P Kellogg Comrade O Connor and Judge Carroll. Recitations by Mrs Irene Furness and Miss Hattle Argesheimer followed by music and stereopticon battle views. A lunch of sandwiches cake and hot coffee was served as attendees agreed to attend the next event in two weeks.
A Greenland native, Miss Krarer, describe her homeland in Greenlandic terms. She explains social rules, illness care, theft of brides, and minimal governance while noting climate, lack of trees, and daily oil rituals. Eight years in this country, she plans not to return permanently.
Emerson advises selective newspaper reading for students, noting that newspapers shorten expression and shape style. He warns against sporadic, column by column reading and urges focusing on genuine news through quick, targeted searches to avoid premature reports and distractions.
A bizarre report describes a hangman in New South Wales facing universal boycott after a failed attempt at performance. The public refused to drive him from the railway station and declined to carry him, leaving him to trudge on foot amidst various traps and odd mishaps.
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