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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1889
Page
12
The report notes Canada grappling with influenza mixed with pneumonia and neuralgia as officials claim Russia is to blame. Bisaanck cannot attend duties but shifts blame to Russia while Pants suffers and panic grows from rising deaths. New York denies Russian Grippe though thousands show symptoms and deaths climb.
Frank M. Foors, noted Republican and businessman, is appointed receiver of public moneys at Evanston, replacing W. F. Shaffer. A. L. New continues as land office register. The Lander Clipper urges stepping aside to favor a Wyoming citizen and Republican.
The January first launch of a larger eight page daily in Wyoming aims to keep pace with rising advertising and coverage of the city and territory. The paper, praised by the Republican, forecasts success and broad support from Cheyenne and beyond. The Lusk bill critique calls for reducing county officer fees and salaries ahead of statehood, arguing current scales are burdensome as wages fall.
A commentator endorses Congressman Springer's reclamation proposal for arid western lands. The plan would have the government conduct surveys, form irrigation districts, and authorize state or territorial bonds to fund reservoirs canals and ditches. Land would be sold to settlers once water systems are in place.
The passage argues water scarcity makes irrigation crucial, noting land is secondary due to moisture limits. It cites Australia as an example where districts replace counties to manage water, reducing ditch costs through cooperation. Mr Springer's measure is praised as a key step toward economical water use and prosperity, urging swift enactment.
The Laramie Sentinel notes Bill Nye plans to visit Laramie around February 3 with Riley. Tuk Cukyvenne Sun will double in size at year start signaling prosperity. Judge Carey warns lawmakers not to politicize Wyoming statehood as GOP majority remains slim. Travel times show mail routes lag behind trains, highlighting poor coordination.
The Chicago elevators are said to be manipulating prices of farm products by methods beyond simple supply and demand, drawing scrutiny over market fairness and trader conduct.
A brief note in a political column urges Ibetta Wyoming Arizona and New Mexico to join the Union, expressing openness to admittance while a light political tone is kept. The line mocks party rhetoric with regional shorthand and playful wording.
Mrs Grover Cleveland is fond of French literature and spends much time reading Parisian novelists in the original language.
The death of the late empress of Brazil on Saturday has affected Dom Pedro deeply, with dispatches reporting him in a low despondent state and struggling under the loss.
Senator Ingalls blends politics with literature. He reportedly doubles his congressional salary through magazine and newspaper articles. His pen is prolific, producing pieces that are readily marketable.
The piece laments committee inertness in using national funds to cover losses from Silcett's breach of trust and notes Grover Cleveland's planned absence from New York while charitable appeals press him. It cites his $25 earthquake relief gift to Charleston as evidence of restrained generosity.
The state press claims Senator Allison will wed another person despite his denial about marrying Miss Stroughton. Papers appear biased, pushing a story of an imminent marriage while Senator Allison himself offers no confirmation.
Queen Vicronta possesses elements of creations and admires the American oyster. A note mentions outgoing stones yesterday and Haven barrels of Long Island oyster.
A scattered excerpt covers a Kansas hanging, a Sioux chief described in detail, and the anticipated Kate Field's Washington literary venture. It notes public reactions to crime reports, a portrait of Chief Gall, and Field's planned national review with aims in arts, science, and civil service reform.
A carnival of bean and button guessing occurred at Keefe hall with a parade from Hellman’s store. An eight member committee counted beans while five examined tickets. Royal Buckles won first prize, with A R Troxell and Lou Casa nte among top finishers. Prizes were paid at Hellman’s store after the count and dancing continued into small hours.
The averson sale of ordnance stores at Camp Carlin yesterday drew many buyers from Denver Nebraska and the west and north. A vast array of war material including saddles harness canteens knapsacks gun equipment sabres and other military gear was offered. A large case of sabres went to a New York house. Attendees generally reported good prices for most items.
The through Denver to Wendover service is planned for February first, expanding Fort Worth lines into Wyoming and beyond. Burlington announces a 30 hour Chicago to Denver flyer, aiming to outpace Union Pacific Northwestern routes with a vestibule train. Union Pacific rumors center on S H H Clark replacing Charles Francis Adams, while the Central Pacific backs a Sioux City to Ogden link to gain Missouri River access. Mileage report notes 523 miles of new rail in 1589, Wyoming contributing 60 miles.
Orange Blossoms William Stuhr and Miss Minnie C Schule were married at Hon Luke Voorhees residence Saturday evening. Rev George Rutter performed the ceremony. The couple received many congratulations and gifts from friends including a china dinner set, glassware, clocks, a rocking chair, a centre table, and other items from several families.
Jenks sale lists water pitcher one dozen glasses celery dish bed spread rugg and items praised as tidy. Names include Mr. and Mia William Richardson Miss Ada Jenks Mie Florence Edith and Alberta Jenks.
John McCormick born August 1, 1844 in Steuben New York. He lived in Michigan Montana Wyoming, serving as Custer county clerk and Ninth legislative assembly council member. A Republican, he urges immediate Wyoming statehood and fiscal restraint through reduced salaries and economical governance.
Soomerang correspondent reports Douglas Creek as a rising western mining camp with the Keystone mill nearing operation. Mines are worked well, several new shafts planned for spring, potential new mills, and a hoped mail route from Laramie. Weather is mild, roads good, eighteen inches of snow, ideal sleighing.
The Presbyterian Sunday evening service of song was not well attended though it was a delightful festival. The program proceeded except for the last number, the Twelfth Mass, when a faux pas caused the choir to bolt the door and the audience to think the service ended. Mr Field remained in the pulpit awaiting benediction.
The Saddle Rock oyster and chop house on Seventeenth Street, owned by George Lyon, suspended business yesterday due to foreclosure of a mortgage held by Cheyenne National Bank and additional rent claims totaling from $600 to $809.
Friends of George Black, convicted murderer, have raised $200 for his appeal. Attorney Fishback will represent him as the case advances to the supreme court. Avomering. Wedding cards announce the engagement of Harry S Kaykendall and Blanche Irene Moore. The ceremony is set for Saturday afternoon, January 4, at St. Mark's Episcopal church.
Joseph Kemmler, condemned murderer of Rocwmsren, New York, appealed to the general term claiming the electric chair was an unconstitutional and cruel method. The court found no secret method of inflicting death and remanded him, leaving clemency as the only possible escape, which is unlikely.
Paris reports a serious accident during Sarah Bernhardt's performance of Joan D Arc. The funeral pyre reportedly ignited causing Bernhardt to faint. Two scene shifters were seriously burned in the incident.
An English syndicate offers 40 dollars per share or 18 million dollars for all shares of the Granite Mountain mine in Montana. The deal has not yet been accepted.
An advertisement touts Elect rical Turkish and vapor baths at the Normandie under Dr Free for ailments of the blood skin kidneys and nervous system claiming cure after medicines fail.
Train workers on Evansville and Terre Haute lines strike after crews walkout. Six hundred Pinkerton guards deployed in Pennsylvania. Firemen engineers conductors brakemen and switchmen seek reinstatement and suspension of Superintendent Hard while Mackey declines. Railway turmoil noted as brotherhoods align with conductors.
Pittsburg traction workers strike after the discharge of twenty Knights of Labor members. Cars run tonight with replacements from Chicago and Philadelphia. No breach of the peace has occurred.
Pinkerton men arrived from New York Philadelphia and Chicago to Punxsutawney to actions connected with a coal strike at Watson and Advan involving 1600 workers. Eviction notices were served on company houses with ten days to vacate. More workers including 600 Hungarians and Italians were reported en route as the company planned to deploy them.
Dom Pedro remains utterly prostrate in Oporto on December 30 as doctors urge recovery by conversation. No response to anyone’s attempts persists. A visit from the ex-emperor and his daughter proved a painful moment for all involved.
Sioux Falls report states D G Turner, a noted insurance swindler, posed as Citizen's Life agent Cherokeela to push a joint life policy scam across South Dakota. He organized farmers and workers, taking notes and cash as premiums, then selling notes to banks. Officials foresee United States court action for fines up to 3000 per policy. vast business alleged, with many innocent holders harmed. Turner is described as an old offender in this fraud network.
Interview attempt with Captain O'Shea about Parnell's divorce claim failed. He denied the suit was family-initiated, said Parnell should act as correspondent, and produced a letter from the Vimes editor asking confirmation of a filed petition. He added that neither Vines nor Mr. Houston knew of the action before it became public.
In Wastimaros on Dec 36, state opinions clashed over tariffs on chemicals. H B Rosengarten urged restoring quinine duty, W L Terris pressed keeping castor oil protection, Fernwalle argued to abolish alcohol tax, and A J Carroll Beckwith urged abolishing duty on works of art. Tomorrow glass and earthenware manufacturers will present their views.
Samm Blaine of near Salem, brother of James G. Blaine and principal teacher at the Chemewa Indian Training School, died this evening after a long illness. He was 63.
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