Green River Fourth Celebration Draws Hundreds of Visitors
Nearly a thousand visitors joined Green River for the Fourth of July with flags, bunting, and a parade including Rock Springs troops, a Wyoming militia company, and the Warren Rifles. Speeches by Hon. C. D. Clark Senator Warren Louis Palmer and Mr Tollierferre followed a military band parade on the island south of town. Races and a grand ball capped a perfect day with praise for the visiting dignitaries.
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Green River
Rock Springs
Wyoming
Warren Rifles
C. D. Clark
Senator Warren
Louis Palmer
Tollierferre
Morris Mercantile Company
Hho
City Bond Sale Consummated
It will be a satisfaction to many to know that the sale of the city bonds has been consummated.
Carey arrives in Washington on trip to form Indian commission
Washington special reports Senator Carey of Wyoming met with Secretary Noble at the interior department about appointing a commission to negotiate with the Broshone band in Wyoming. J. D. Woodruff of Lander is likely to be named, and C. H. Merilet of the Associated Press may join. Carey commented on Blaine and Harrison, predicting renomination for Harrison and a possible free coinage plank.
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Washington
Denver Times
Carey
Wyoming
Philadelphia
Interior Department
Noble
Broshone Band of
J. D. Woodruff
Lander
Wyo
C. H. Merilet
Associated Press
Carey Waid
Blaine
Harrison
Flower Likely Democratic Candidate for New York Governor
The report notes strong expectation that Congressman Roswell P. Flower will secure the Democratic nomination for New York governor. The article cites political circles and party leaders as backing his candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell P. Flower
New York
Global stock markets pause as harvests shift earnings outlook
Brstress notes dull trading on the London and New York exchanges with a world wide lull. Analysts anticipate renewed activity once crops move and railroad earnings begin to improve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Stock Exchange
New York
Ewell
Tin plate industry shift eyed as McKinley duty bites
The London Zimex reports the Welsh tin plate sector is likely to move to the United States due to the McKinley tariff on tin plate, creating a major economic development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United States
Parnell and Mrs O'Shea Marital Tie Shapes Dublin Fight
The union weakens opponents grip on the parliamentary club used in relentless campaigns. Regardless of opinion, Parnell fought bravely and largely alone, leaving him still a central, forceful figure in politics even after losing power.
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Parnell
University Extension and the Diffusion of Knowledge
The Albany Journal discusses the fifteenth century printing press as a catalyst for learning and social change. It argues the press awakened people, energized church and university life, and reduced priestly monopoly on education, while clerics promoted enlightenment and a move toward self sufficiency.
University Extension Urged To Expand Public Education
The author argues that higher education lags as business draws bright minds away from universities. University extension is proposed as a cheap, powerful solution, capable of endowing institutions for the people and ensuring America rivals England in popular education with widespread support and wealth available for development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leland Stanford
America
Free America
England
Improved Election Law Shifts to Australian System in 1892
The Review of Reviews notes most states now adopt Australian ballot methods for president and other offices. It praises reduced electoral corruption and sovereign state reforms, with Nebraska and Kansas reports optimistic on harvests despite rain damage to corn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
United States States
Nebraska
Kansas
Judge Scott Heads to Vacation After Busy Month Court
The district court adjourned to Aug 10 after over a month in session with few large cases. Judge Scott held many evening sessions to dispatch business and curb public expense before leaving for Minneapolis to join his family for a well earned vacation.
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Scott
East
Minneapolis
Market Outlook Cited As Fall Demand Grows
The Stockman says indicators show rising cattle demand this fall as heavy operators enter the market and buy up available stock. Local buyers expect strong prices due to increased farming and livestock activity this season.
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Vattle
Immigration laws redirected to treasury secretary
The laws affecting immigration are now under the direction of the secretary of the treasury and enforcement has broad national support. Contracts with state immigration boards are ended and the floral government controls the immigration law with strict inspection. The first polygamists sent back to Europe were recently refused admittance.
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Secreary of the Treasury
Boards of Immigration
Europe
Enforcement by Gen Nettleton Aims to Tighten U S Border
The plan envisions stricter law enforcement to bar criminals and other undesirables who have enjoyed easy entry into the United States for years. It highlights general aims without detailing methods or timelines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettleton
United States
Cheyenne Plight Leads to Strict Injunction Proposals
City authorities in Cheyenne pursue injunctions against certain west side houses to curb a growing blight. Proponents say removal to a remote area would bring general relief as respectable families have left, with property values declining. supporters urge reasonable restrictions if these houses remain.
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West
Cheyenne
Cheyenne Sees Rush to Form Additional Military Company
In Cheyenne, strong momentum builds for organizing another military company amid widespread public support and local civic interest. Organizers report active recruitment and community meetings to advance the project.
Jury system in Omaha yields strong punishments
An Omaha special to the Denver Sun reports the new jury process selects jurors from leading citizens by lot and limits excuses to sickness. In thirty four trials, convictions occurred in all, with eighteen sent to the penitentiary, twelve to jail, and four acquittals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Denver Sun
Eigheen
Coal Filings to be Investigated by Government
The government will send special agent Geo. Smith to the Platte valley coal land claims. Investigators will probe filings where claimants relocate before proving up, exposing schemes of perpetual filings and relinquishments.
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Douglas Graphic
Geo. Smith
Platte Valley
Mica Mine Case Ends in Favor of Sheffer in District Court
The case of Sarah Selden against John A. Sheffer was disposed of in district court. Findings of the jury favored Sheffer on his counter claim for 1000 dollars while Judge Scott completed the main case and ruled in Sheffer's favor. Selden had sought to deprive Sheffer of his interest in their mica mine in Whalen canon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Selden
John A. Sheffer
District Court
Sheffer
Scott
Land Acreage Report for Wyoming Counties
The Evanston land office records show 5,388,520 surveyed acres in Sweetwater County subject to entry with 552,960 unsurveyed. Uinta County has 2,856,960 surveyed and 1,612,800 unsurveyed acres. Fremont County lists 1,382,400 acres subject to entry, all unsurveyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evanston
Delamater Visits Inter Ocean As Rally Remarks
George W. Delamater former Republican governor candidate visits the Inter Ocean. He plans a tour into northern Pennsylvania with Philadelphia supporters who have been in the city for several days. Delamater says he is no longer active in politics but sees growing strength for the Republican party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. W. Delamater
Pennsylvania
Inter Ocean
Mr. Delamater
Wool Trade Report Near Fort Fetterman
Douglas Graphic Hyland and Miller note Converse Wool shearing 6 000 sheep just north of Ft. Fetterman. Charley Messenger hauls 60000 pounds to Douglas for shipment at 15 cents per hundredweight. He uses eight horses on three wagons, hauling 10000 per load.
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Douglas Graphic Hyland & Miller
Ft. Fetterman
Charley Messenger
Douglas
Senator Quay Denies Address as Fraudulent
In Puitapecenia July 7 the Inquirer previews an interview with Senator Quay about a recent Independents address. He emphatically calls the address false from start to finish, denies all charges, and says its signers are not Republicans, noting many backed Pattison and Cleveland in past races. He also accuses many signers of free trade views amid Democratic attacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puitapecenia
the Inquirer
Senator Quay
Pattison
Cleveland
Soutcom
Cyclone Strikes Baron Rover Area Causes Heavy Damage
Report from Baron Rover Louisiana dated July 7 notes total damage not less than 200000 with 84000 in penalties or losses at the penitentiary. Mrs Colton is fatally injured. John Fahy, among the injured, died today. Convicts aided workers after the cyclone before Baton Rouge surgeons arrived. Edward DeWitt treated seven broken logs and many injuries.
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Baron Rover
Mra
Colton
John Fahy
Vonviets
Baton Rouge
Edward DeWitt
What chote these I am tell gossips are Joseph Howard
In this excerpt Joseph Howard questions why towns lack artesian baths by rivers and waterworks. He argues such baths could cool residents, teach swimming, and improve health and morality, suggesting councils fund low-cost facilities as civilization progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Howard
Government agricultural stations need merit not favoritism
The piece argues for appointing capable professors to agricultural stations and condemns errors in bulletins and questionable fertilizer analyses. It calls for civil service exams for agricultural professors and government investigations when stations issue flawed or ad‑backed reports, stressing the importance of honest, useful research.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Massachusetts Farm Help Scarce Says State Board
The Massachusetts State Board of Agriculture circulated inquiries across counties and townships about farm help. Sixty responses showed scarcity of skilled labor in most areas, with some towns noting abundance due to Portuguese migrants and others citing aging or ignorant applicants.
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State Board of Agriculture
Massachusetts
The
Agricultural Board
West Tisbury
Harvard
Winchester
Journalism changes quickly and logistics drive success
The passage argues journalism has shifted so much that veteran editors rely more on business management than on editors. It notes rapid changes since Horace Greeley’s era, the telegraph reducing field reporting, and the need for concise writing while aging may hinder adaptability in today’s papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace Greeley
Telegraph
Ita
Ose
Late Senator Joseph McDonald Remembered as Honest Self-Made Public Figure
The obituary recounts Joseph Ewing McDonald born 1819 in Butler county Ohio who worked his way through college at Crawfordsville Indiana and built a career as a lawyer and public servant. He served as attorney general, in Congress, and U S senator 1874 reshaped his party then led Indianapolis life with notable marriage to Ruth Buell and later Mrs Barnard.
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Joseph Ewing McDonald
Wabash College
Crawfordaville, Inn
Joseph E. M’donald
Crawfordsville
Butler County
Wabash
Asbury
de Pauw) University
Indianapolis
Addison L. Roache
Supreme Bench
McDonald
Indiana
O. P. Morton
Ruth Buell
Williamsport
Ind
United States Senate
Barnard
Senate
Tom Benton
Benjamin Harrison
Matthew Arnold
Death of Irish Patriot Colonel James Patrick O Gorman Mahon
London report notes the death of Colonel James Patrick O Gorman Mahon born 1803. A longtime Irish political figure, he aided Daniel O Connell in 1829 for Clare and remained aligned with the Irish nationalist movement, famed as a wit and a colorful character likened to the Mulligan of Thackeray.
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James Patrick O'Gorman Mahon
O'Gorman Mahon
London
Daniel O'Connell
Clare
Mulligan
Bally Mulligan
Thackeray
Mins Perkins
O'Shea
Clon Package Missing Treated As Transfer Dispute
Clem Kellogg of the Pacific Express company is under temporary arrest here as authorities pursue a missing parcel valued at about 000. The package moved through two messengers en route to this city with a transfer in Memphis. Kellogg’s messenger swears receipt occurred in Memphis, while Kellogg denies loss during transfer. Kellogg’s reputation and friends’ defense raise questions about guilt.
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Clem Kellogg
Pacific Express Company
Memphis
Southern
Kellogg
Notice of hearing to sell Garrow estate real estate
On August 15, 1891, at 10 oclock A M before Judge Richard Htt in Cheyenne Wyoming a hearing will be held on the petition of Austin G Case executor of Minette W Garrow deceased for permission to sell the northwest quarter of section 14 township 14 north range 67 west 6th P M The hearing requires appearance to show cause why the order should not be granted Austin G Case Executor Cheyenne Wyoming July 7 1891
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Richard H,tt
First Judicial District
State of
Wyoming
Chambers
Cheyenne
Laramie County
Wyo
Austin G. Case
Minette W
Minette W. Garrow
Timber Cutting Permit Request for Public Domain Lands
The Hams Foxn Lumper Co represented by R. S. Spencer applies to the Secretary of the Interior for permission to cut red yellow and white pine and baleam fir timber from public lands described as Townships 24 26 27 north of Range 116 west and related townships. Timber will be used to manufacture lumber and other timber products for trade. Notice dated July 1 1891.
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Secretary of the Interior of the
United States
Permiraion
Range
Ange
Range Aenee
United States Survey
Hams Foxn Lumper Co
R. S. Spencer
Application to Remove Timber from Public Land Wyoming
Andrew M. Carpenter of Sheridan County Wyoming seeks permission from the Interior Secretary to remove white pine timber from unsurveyed public land on Big Horn mountain in Sheridan County. The plot lies two miles above Sheep Creek and along Tongue River, with timber to be used for local lumber manufacturing for Sheridan county residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheridan County
Wyo
Secretary of the Interior
Big Horn Mountain
Sheep Creek
Tongue River
Sheep Crek
Sdtlers
Andrew M. Carpenter
Notice for Publication in Cheyenne Homestead Claim
Notice is given that the settler has filed for proof to establish a claim for Homestead 1240 in section 25 township 1 north range 1 west Cheyenne Wyo. The claimant will appear before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne July 0 1801 to prove continuous residence and cultivation. Witnesses: Friderich Twiner Andrew T. Peterson Caleb P. Morgan Charles F. Middlestedt, all of Cheyenne Wyo. E G Champlin Register.
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Cheyenne Wye
Cheyenne Wyo
Cherenne
Wye
Nels
Friderich
Twiner
Andrew T. Peteron
Caleb PV. Morgan
Charles F. Middlestedt
Cheyenne
Wyo
Ge. P. Champlin
Register
Homestead Claim Notice Filed at Cheyenne Wyoming
Land Office in Cheyenne lists Daniel J. Owell of Bil or Crown Wyoming seeking homestead on Por 1 land in township 1 north range 10 west. He names witnesses William Phillips Edward Lacher Rova Kitainger T Joe Fisher and Henry C Schaltg of Cheyenne to prove residence and cultivation before registrar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Yor
Irm
Daniel J. Owell
Wye
Lownenlo
Vorth
Heo
William Phillips
Edward Lacher
Rova Kitainger
T. Joe Fisher
Henry C. Schaltg
Bnyenne
Wyo Kk
P. Champlin
tKhe Gloter
Notice of Final Proof for Homestead in Wyoming
LAND OFFICE AT CHEYENNE WYO June 16 notice of intent to make final proof on claim No. 766 for n half of a section in township 18 north range 61 west. Before Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyo August 1. Witnesses: William Dolan Henry Ward George Gilland Mark Martin. Champlin Iglator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chev Sane
Wyo
LPL
Seltier Bax
Chevens
Daniel Patton
Egbert
Homente
Township
Hanes
William Dolan
Henry Ward
George Gilland
Mark Martin
Cheyenne
Champlin
Iglator
Notice for Publication Laxo Office Cheyenne Wy
Notice names the filer and details a claim proof process at Cheyenne Wy. It lists homestead number and section location with witnesses Geo Mark Mayor and H Glilant. Filing is supervised by CHAMYLIN Register and Sona C. Uilland.
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K. A. Leach
Ealier
University Extension
Albany Journal
Converse
Sceator Quay
A School of Journalism
Joseph & M'Donald
Che ‘Anny
Iver
Sylva
Vie
Meury Ward
Igbert
Omestead
Lote
Owen
Ranue
H. Glilant
Cunigan
Sona C. Uilland
Kia Ar Chamylin
Buffalo
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