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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1889
Page
12
The item lists subscription rates for one year six months and three months and jokes about poets failing to rhyme ninety. It notes the grippe spreading in the Vatican with the pope and eight cardinals ill, and says England’s army is sick and Portugal may take advantage.
The judge grants liberty to Kunze the German boy linked to Dan Coughlin, a Cronin murder suspect, amid controversy over his involvement and the outcome of the case.
Alarm over republican demonstrations prompts Portugal to reinforce border posts and alert authorities for possible emergency. Government acts as cabinet resignations trigger crisis warnings.
The democratic territorial committee plans a meeting in the city next Monday to advance the statehood effort. Congressional adviser Springer is said to be supplied with material to oppose Wyoming’s admission bill, a matter deemed needing attention.
Telegraphic communication with the Pacific coast was interrupted near Reno as Nevada lies buried in snow and livestock face wholesale destruction. Western Utah reports heavy snowfall extending into Wyoming with Uinta county hit hard. Cattle are being moved from Uinta and Sweetwater counties to Nebraska.
Jupee Barr, after months in Washington, said to a reporter there that Wyoming's admission bill is certain to pass this winter. He noted broad congressional support with little expected opposition, and his judgment is described as reliably grounded in facts.
Reports say the czar who fears for his life may impose strict reforms and rule with an iron hand. He plans to banish his brother Grand Duke Sergius for political meddling and has pressed his bodyguard to such excess that several officers have died by their own hand.
Governor Titayen addresses Nebraska railroad managers via open letter urging rates cut from 25 to 20 cents per hundred to boost farm disposal profits. He claims thousands of bushels are held back by current prices and argues railroads cannot prosper by making farmers poor, though acting without legal authority.
Tut New York pays tribute to Walker Blaine describing him as highly capable with broad intelligence and amiable character. He served as law officer of the state department under his father Secretary Blaine and was viewed as destined for a diplomatic career. His death is a devastating blow to his father and family as the nation offers sympathy.
The passage notes the Wyoming governor’s report to the secretary of the interior and a legislative message, both seen as creditable to the territory. It contrasts with New Mexico and Idaho where leaders criticize their conditions, and it warns The Leader may hinder statehood by broad unfounded accusations of extravagance and taxation.
The legislature opened with active work as members introduced several significant bills. Hebard pitched a 152 section elections reform based on the Australian system, Schnitger proposed switching city tax collection to county officials, Adams backed a territorial militia, Burritt filed deputies’ clerks and deed release amendments, and Campbell in the council floated county officer salary cuts.
The Saratoga Lyre calls for a Wyoming territorial hospital to be established as a necessity and asks the legislature to appropriate funds and select Saratoga as the site.
Ex Secretary Shannon reports encouraging signs from Southern members of Congress for Wyoming’s admission bill. The mayor’s six month effort on the cause is noted as worthy of appreciation.
Nellie Bly avoids Cheyenne reporters due to a snow blockade on the Central Pacific and takes a southern route. Our dispatches recount her arrival in San Francisco and departure yesterday with details of the journey.
The Leader attacks Cheyenne readers for tolerating a Sunday patent inards two pages calling it stale flat and unprofitable. The Leader contrasts it with the live fresh matter in Sundays Sun, labeling the other as poor reading.
Senator Wilson of Maryland, aged 68, has just been re elected. He is described as quiet and unobtrusive with a single speech in a long senate career that few recall. Observers note he has been much in public life yet little public life shows in him.
Former French leader Marshal McMahon finishes his memoirs but will not publish them for general circulation. He plans six copies only: for himself, his wife, his three sons, and his daughter. Publishers offered high fees but he refuses to widen access.
A German emperor tests his valet by asking the coat’s value. The servant names three dollars for the still active garment. The emperor decides to buy it, paying three dollars and keeping the coat, telling the valet to leave it.
A reader notes the eastbound fast train brings excess mail from the west and calls for a one third increase in postal clerks. The current staff cannot handle the workload within the allotted time.
The territorial auditor notes a rise in workload over four years and rearward compensation. Insurance fees exceeding total auditor and deputy pay are turned over to the territory. Governor Warren, aware of office duties, will likely agree the pay is insufficient.
EoGar S. Wison argues that admitting new states benefits the nation. He says excluding purely partisan groups, statehood reduces federal power and patronage, and diminishes centralism impact across the country.
The Tur Rawlins Journal calls for issuing water works bonds citing the city of Douglas as an example of a project benefiting the community and improving public utilities.
The appointment of Henry C. Warmoth as collector of the port of New Orleans reignites partisan agitation, reopening partisan batteries and triggering renewed activity within Democratic circles.
The paper notes its telegraphic correspondents in Wyoming towns and in Washington, Denver, and New York. A Washington dispatch from last Sunday drew general interest with two special reports this morning. The Sun continues to push ahead, avoiding stereotyped plate features and not mislead readers.
Nellse Patterson of Mount Carmel is described as the only woman machinist in Connecticut. She works for Mount Carmel Belt Company and performs all lathe tasks with skill. Patterson earns a man’s wages and, despite initial jealousy, is now a favored worker who loves her trade.
The piece argues for amending the library law to allow annual trustee appointments and to authorize librarian pay. It cites the Laramie county library as a model, noting open days, potential new quarters in the capitol building, and a desire for better access and facilities.
The territorial press finds amusing the new born zeal of the Leader toward reducing public expenditures. The remark notes political rhetoric versus practical impact on regional governance.
Mr. A. KaurMan, manager of the Commonwealth, a Denver based literary monthly, is in the city. The magazine is noted for an attractive issue, strong contributors, and a leading Western literary position.
The Leader argues that the legislature will cut official salaries and implement retrenchment reforms, asserting premature credit before the assembly formally acts.
The note discusses Speaker Downey as a potential portrait subject and highlights Stephen W. Downey’s role in Wyoming statehood. It advocates returning the world’s fair exhibit to the geologist hall. It also surveys U S interest rate laws across states, noting variable legal rates and penalties for usury, with Maine at 5 percent and two thirds at 6 percent.
Union Pacific president Adams travels to Cuba for three weeks. Wyoming gains attention as The Sundance Republican lauds Governor Warren's Maurice Heinz Washington appointment. City council organizes for the year. Bond Hellman Richardson praised. Thompson leaves the south side grocer business, creditors wary, travel to Denver. Cheyenne real estate sale at the opera house set for February 4 aims to boost circulation.
A quirky slice notes a Portland painter Charles F. Cam likely with many clients while a neighbor’s tame crow and a wary youngster highlight a playful mood. The line about a lawyer enjoying fees hints at a humorous domestic critique.
Complaint filed by G Thayer seeks cancellation of Timber-culture Entry No 1008 dated Nov 14 1885 in Laramie county Wyoming. Parties summoned to appear Feb 6 1890 at 10 am for testimony and final hearing before Register E P Chamerton.
A. Revi warns that all parties must not buy or trade any horses branded with an S enclosed by a square without consent. The notice appears to caution against unauthorized transactions of branded stock.
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