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Newspaper

Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1889

Page

5

The New Party Nationalizes Railroads and Belated Blacksmiths

Edward Bellamy outlines a nationalist program appealing to small tradesmen and business owners. He calls for nationwide public ownership of railroads telegraphs telephones coal mines and post office express services with municipal control of heating lighting and street transit. The plan aims to reduce plutocratic drift and improve wages through three guiding aims nationalization improved public service and humane treatment of workers.

New York Edward Bellamy Llamy California Congress Bellamy Post Office Department

A Well Bred Girl Advice On Proper Conduct

A list of behaviors defining a well bred girl in public life. She shows restraint in attire and gifts, avoids public romance, respects etiquette in street cars, and remains faithful and discreet through illness and hardship. It portrays ideal feminine conduct and marital fidelity.

Toor D. C

Man Injured in Railroad Shop Accident

E. L. Fellows, brother of Mrs. E Towslee, suffered a badly crushed foot when a timber fell at the transfer table in the railroad shop where he worked. No bones were broken, but the wound is painful and he is expected to be laid up for a month or more.

E. L. Fellows E. Towslee

Douglas Water Works Opens New Year With Contented Smile

Douglas celebrates a fresh year for its water system costing about $12,000 with a note of progress and municipal improvements. The project reflects ongoing public works efforts and local civic pride.

Douglas

Water abundance promised in city budget statement

The budget proclaims the completed system is in full operation and provides plenty of water for firefighting domestic and manufacturing use and for landscaping and tree growth. It stresses water available for any purpose, almost as free as air.

Cheyenne 1890 Prospects For Growth And Development

The 1890 outlook envisions a real estate boom iron furnaces Fort Russell expansion rail viaduct and streetcar extensions iron mine development Hartville spur quarry growth Cheyenne and Northern links to Douglas and Alliance new city buildings improved parks and a massive US government building. A Burlington extension to Alliance and Denver corridor growth boosts skilled labor and prosperity with a hopeful note for the future.

Cheyenne Fort Russell Post Colorado Central Northern Douglas Hartville Cheyenne and Methodist Episcopal Church United States Wyoming Development Company Burlington Alliance Denver Mammoth Wheel Black Hills Wyoming Stars of Heaven

Breakfast Run and Social Observations in Prose

A collection of wry maxims and blunt judgments on manners politics and life. It mocks scissor grinders upper houses real estate booms and college co education while noting quirks of pirates detectives and dogs and the futility of cold cures. Each terse line delivers a satirical bite.

Wedding Music Delight At St. Mark’s Church Service

Attendees of the wedding at St. Mark’s church yesterday afternoon enjoyed a refined musical program. The choir performed The Voice That Breathed O’er Eden, followed by Wagner’s Bridal March from Lohengrin and Mendelssohn’s Wedding March, creating a joyful atmosphere.

St. Mark's Church Lohengrin Wagner Mendelssohn

Relief sought for stolen funds of paymaster at Antelope Springs

Major D N Bush, a U S paymaster who once left a valise of money at Antelope Springs, again asks Congress to reimburse the stolen funds. He obtained relief last winter but was vetoed by Cleveland, and he pursues it again citing budget concerns with Bash and Douglas involved.

D. N. Bush United States Antelope Springs Congress Cleveland Bash Douglas

Governor appoints delegates to urge Wyoming statehood

In response to the constitutional convention resolution Governor War ren names four of ten delegates bound for Washington to press Wyoming’s admission. The appointees are Maurice Heins of Crook county A L New of Uinta county W C Irvine of Converse county and Homer Merrill of Carbon county. Legal blanks of all kinds for sale at this office.

Warren Washington Congress Wyoming Union Maurice Heins Crook County A. L. New Uinta County W.C. Irvine Converse County Homer Merrill Carbon County

Cheyenne Glimpses and Holiday Cheer From Cheyenne

Janet Beecher's Cheyenne correspondence describes a festive holiday display with toy laden windows and a popular toboggan scene that captivated shoppers. Charity relief efforts by the Ladies' Relief Society plan to distribute gifts to needy families on a special day.

Janet Beecher Cheyenne Belleville Kas Fairyland Dolla

Deputy Milo A. Adams Appointed Crook County Deputy Clerk

The Republican note Milo A. Adams has been appointed deputy district clerk of Crook county. He is an early settler, young, with strong habits and business qualifications. He has served as clerk for several county officers and assists the county treasurer. The editors praise the appointment as fitting for the county.

Milo A. Adams Crook County Adams Clark

Grippe Epidemic Sent Out Mixed Recovery Reports

Secretary Meldrum remained unwell but visited his office yesterday. Mrs. Ira L. Fredendall shows slow improvement while Clay Taylor recovers from illness. Mrs. E. Mason Smith suffers a severe grip illness. J. N. Bard and his Little Bear family lie ill with the grip. George Holt battled the epidemic but went out yesterday. A. A. Christie suffers a bad case of la grippe at home for treatment.

Meldrum Ira L. Fredendall Clay Taylor Milton Taylor E. Mason Smith J. N. Bard Little Bear George Holt A. A. Christie

Reynolds post G A R to install officers January 17

The Reynolds post G A R of the city will hold its annual installation of officers on January 17. A camp fire will accompany the event with speeches music and a substantial supper. Delegation from Greeley and other invited guests will attend as the veterans promise a jolly good time.

Reynolds Post G. A. R Greeley

Infant Dies? Seriously Ill In Denver Epidemic

F. Rossman of a steam laundry raced to Denver after receiving a telegram reporting his two year old infant son gravely ill with the prevailing epidemic. He departed by train this morning to join his family.

F. Rossman The Steam Laundry Denver

Mail Train Converted From Denver Morning Run

The morning train from Denver, initially run for the Denver dailies, has been converted into a regular mail train and will serve standard postal needs. This change expands daily mail service and integrates the route into the general rail schedule.

Denver

Union Pacific Expands Denver Cheyenne Service

Time of arrival shifted from 7 30 to S20 beginning today as Union Pacific tests a new schedule. The line proved profitable, with Denver to Cheyenne traffic large enough to support two daily trains.

Union Pacific Denver Cheyenne

Wedding of Blanche Irene Moore andnk Mc Kuykendall in Cheyenne

A large Cheyenne ceremony at Mark's church united Blanche Irene Moore and Nk Mc Kuykendall with a jubilant reception at the Whitcomb home. Guests from Denver and local families attended. the couple departed by Burlington for an eastern tour after the ceremony.

Cheyenne Blanche Irene Moore Nk Mc Kuykendall Mark Beard Rossire John David Morgan Birmingham Lieutenant Clay Miss Whitcomb Miss Kent Faille Helen Jeffrey Robert Barkalow Page James P.C. Coob Denver Kuykendall J. L. Kuykendall Bergman Miss Bergman E. W. Whitcomb Whitcomb Mansion the Twain Burlington

Fortnightly Club Meets at Mrs Kent Home

Society notes describe a Fortnightly club meeting at Mrs T A Kent’s home with readings on Washington and Patrick Henry, a supper, and card games. Guests included Mr and Mrs W S Hurlbut Mr and Mrs J C Breckens and Dr Rafter. The 21 club then danced in the New Year and the Fortnightly coterie gathered at Mr and Mrs Marshall Johnson's on the 31st. A garrison party hosted by Mrs Mizner and Mrs Van Horn honored Mrs Druien and Mrs Dasheill.

T. A. Kent J. C. Baird Washington Francis Hale Patrick Henry Kent W. 5. Hurlbut J. C. Breckens Dr. Rafter Marshall Johnson Garrison Mizner van Horn Druien Dasheill

Peter Clemenson Promoted to Cheyenne Blacksmith Chief

Omaha papers report Peter Clemenson longtime Union Pacific shop employee promoted to head of the blacksmith department in Cheyenne. His faithful service and strong reputation at Omaha are cited as the basis for Cheyenne’s welcome of the new railroad works chief.

Omaha Peter Clemenson Union Pacific Cheyenne Clemenson

Week of Prayer Services at M. B. Church

The Methodist church announces a week of prayer with a business men's prayer meeting from noon to 1 PM, a ladies' prayer meeting 1 to 4 PM, and services every evening at 7 12 PM. The city is urged to devote time to God and his goodness. William L. Simpson of Lander is commissioned a notary public by Governor Warren.

Methodist Church William L. Simpson Lander Warren

Legislative Sketches: David L. Rusk of Carbon County

David L. Rusk elected to Wyoming House from Carbon County was born in Vir, oqua Wisconsin in May 1860. He moved to Wyoming in 1884 and ranches north of Rawlins, raising cattle and horses. A Republican and among the youngest lawmakers, he has not held public office before but won his constituents support for the next legislature.

David L. Rusk Carbon County Viroqua Wis Mayaret

Wyoming Population Debate Reveals Voting and Territorial Strength

The Kingston Freeman argues Wyoming cannot be admitted with 18,005 votes, challenging the population test used for statehood. It compares Wyoming’s votes to Georgia, Louisiana, and South Carolina, noting larger per district totals elsewhere and urging admission based on territory resources and economic indicators.

Kingston N. Y Freeman New York Wyoming Georgia Louisiana South Carolina Congress South Caroina

Newcastle Mines and Omaha coal supply outlook

The Omaha coal trade faces a fresh supply prospect as Newcastle Wyoming mines begin early February. Prices average about $9 a ton now and may drop to around $6 to $6.60 with Newcastle output, while Union Pacific sells Rock Springs coal at $7. Officials note Newcastle coal matches Rock Springs quality and Nebraska could be supplied for ten years.

Omaha Newcastle Wyoming Newcastle Company Union Pacific Rock Springs Nebraska Burlington Company

Bellows reveals Newcastle mines ownership and Burlington stake

Investigation shows Patrick Brothers & Collins, Beatrice railroad contractors, own the Newcastle mines with J B Weston holding a small stake. They have invested heavily in machinery and expect large scale operations within four weeks. Burlington Railroad will monopolize transport to market for coal from the site.

Burlington Road Newcastle Ipatrick Brothers & Collins Beatrice J. B. Weston Burlington

New Residences Under Construction in City

In winter weather several projects advance. Andy Ryans Sixteenth Street cottage nears completion and will be a handsome addition. F Frank Joselyn near completion of a Seymour Street story and a half house with plans for a two story home next door. M P Keefe has begun two cottages at Evans and Twenty first, while E R Hurd's brick terrace on the South Side grows with foundation work well advanced.

Andy Ryan Sixteenth Street Frank Joselyn Seymour Street M. P. Keefe Evans Twenty-first Streets E. R Hurd

Voting Places Grievance Raises Primaries Comfort Issue

A 1890 Sun letter urges improvements for women voters noting that primary and election voting spaces are ill suited for ladies. The writer criticizes city council selections, cites lack of suitable rooms and seating, and calls for more gallantry from men.

the Sun Aterner Rex

The Wolves Ravages and Gasconade on Stock Losses

Mr I N Bard of Little Bear reports that gray wolves killed one colt two yearlings and twenty four large calves inside his pasture during the past season. He urges reenactment of bounty laws and a special stockmen reward. Omaha Petroleum and Land Co files incorporation for oil coal lands irrigation and settlement with 5 million authorized capital and a 7 member board.

I. N. Bard Little Bear Sun Wyoming Omaha Petroleum and Land Co Treasury James Ledwich J. F. White CW. Johnson George

Wyoming Typographical Union elects officers for term

At the regular meeting Union No. 154 elected Joe J. Daly as president M Rapp as vice president H W Moore as recording secretary C G Blackburn as financial secretary W J Cranwell as treasurer E B Goodell as sergeant at arms and D M McCrum Charles Walker J S Marshall J L Chenery John Leonard as executive committee members.

Wyoming Typographical Union No Joe J. Daly M. Rapp H.W. Moore C. G. Blackburn WJ. Cranwell EB. Ko Goodell D. M. McCrum Charles Walker J. S. Marshall JL. Chenery John Leonard

Real Estate Moves Reported After Salt Lake Trip

Henry Altman returns from Salt Lake reporting bustling activity in real estate. He prefers holding properties for further gains despite chances to sell at a handsome advance. John Roberts expected back today after earning substantial sums in Salt Lake dirt. C D Kelle notes Roberts raised his bath account by at least 100 000 in recent weeks.

Henry Altman Salt Lake John Roberts C.D. Kelle Roberts

Notable Cure Claim From Dr Free at Normand

An ad claims Workiot Math suffers blood and skin diseases including nervous system trouble can be cured by Turkish vapor baths and a mineral bath treatment at Dr Free's Normand establishment after other methods failed.

Free The Normand

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NEW Party Ladies’ Relief Society Johnson Epigootic St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Society Notes Mr. Clemenson M. B. Church Newcastle Mines Workiot
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