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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1890
Page
4
The article notes expected quick progress toward statehood with a house concurrence planned tomorrow and a presidential signature on Tuesday. It praises Cheyenne as a desirable summer resort aided by cool zephyrs and mentions Reed’s articles on federal election law and contested elections in the North American Review.
A report notes Wyvemine will not lose the Yellowstone Park, but the government will bear the cost of its maintenance and upkeep. The item highlights financial responsibility and park stewardship amid ongoing policy discussions.
Rawlins Republican urges continued unity and labor to build on statehood success. Readers are urged to focus on developing the vast mines and mobilize collective effort for future progress. The piece frames statehood as a springboard for broader national achievements.
It is hoped Congress will grant a fair appropriation for a needed public building in Cheyenne. The project is described as greatly needed and timely.
The Cheyenne Sun publishes its statehood issue in bold red, white and blue with strong illustrations and a lavish presentation. The paper asserts its readiness to serve the public, aligning with editorial praise from the Douglas Budget for timely and appropriate coverage.
The text notes Boston’s current population 437,242 and records an 1880 figure of 362,369, highlighting historical population growth trends.
A Washington paper lauds Idaho's delegate Mr. Dubois as a Yale graduate in his forties, noting his short time in service for Idaho and comparing him to Lewis Cass who shaped Michigan from territory to state status.
Newcastle shows spirited pride as Wyomine prepares to become a state with a lively Fourth of July celebration marking town enterprise and community spirit.
Farmers report favorable crop conditions in northeastern Wyoming as recent rains bring needed moisture and boost prospects for yields across multiple fields and farms.
The silver issue remains a key problem in Washington as silver senators resist any plan short of free coinage, though there is growing belief they may eventually concede.
Dispatches say Bismarck would not enter the Reichstag yesterday while tomorrow's reports promise a new contradiction. The note hints at political maneuvering and shifting positions surrounding the German assembly.
The text notes music like tone in the Republican party, especially in Carbon county with Ayre. Editor Gertrude Huntington expresses desire to move with the party of progress. The Republican press in Wyoming, including Tux Sun, extends a warm welcome.
The report notes the Republican party moving forward with a focused strategy and public campaign efforts aimed at guiding voter attention toward key issues and upcoming election milestones.
The editorial urges Cheyenne to fund a substantial waterworks system as population and industry expand. It cites losses from old terracotta and wooden pipes, notes a $200,000-ward investment could yield long term savings, and argues statehood removes debt limits while water bonds stay affordable.
The piece notes the Wyoming Senate’s passage of the bill by a strict party vote. It attacks Democratic opposition led by Senator West as foolish and hopeless, saying Democrats cannot defeat the measure and must oppose admission on partisan grounds. It highlights the party’s blunders and cites GOP support from Wyoming workers.
The Democrats initially balked at opposing the bill but later resisted when the moment arrived. Voters will likely recall these actions as elections approach.
The relief of Vice-President Hendricks signals how her late husband’s friends may vote in 1892. In a talk with Governor Hill she warned that if Cleveand beats Hill for the nomination she will not allow her niece to visit. She then gave Hill two canes once prized by her husband, including an old hickory cane.
A. C. Beckwith, Wyoming commissioner to the World's Fair, returned Sunday and told Tuz Sun there is no need for Jackson Park. He said the enlarged Lake Front will provide ample space and praised Chicago citizens for subscribing nearly eleven million dollars, showing public spirit and capable management.
Tae Sun urges Democrats to abandon their party’s leaders and join the Republicans. He argues the Republican platform best serves the people, calling it a friend of the great west and courageous in action. He advises leaving the old regime and boarding Progress.
The Wyoming bill, following customary procedure, was sent to the attorney general for examination and will likely be presented to the president for signature this morning.
The New York Sun reports Indiana anger at Cleveland for missing the Hendricks statue unveiling in Indianapolis. It cites past jealousy and slights that affected 1890s politics and could influence Grover Cleveland’s 1592 presidential bid, given lingering tensions.
The Illinois Central railroad proposes a program to allow employers to become stockholders, a novel idea in the current era of new projects. Advocates say it makes investment easy for employers and hope the plan is implemented.
A group identified as tax silver men express pride in a successful conference committee outcome. They highlight achievements within the committee process and the resulting legislative progress.
President Hannison gave Delegate Dubois the steel pen used to sign Idaho’s admission bill. He noted the pen marked a pleasing official function and the final act of Idaho’s admission, presented in a plain cedar holder for the occasion.
A remark questions the Leader’s request for the post commander’s name cited in Bunday’s Sun. The note asserts contemporary credit for sharper insight and bolder acumen in reporting.
A Salt Lake Tribune column offers a collage of vignettes centering on a tramp's oyster shop caper, spark-choosing locomotives, and editorial quips. It cites legal cases Missouri Pacific v Texas and Pacific, mock Latin wordplay, police reports, prohibition themes, and a jokey take on heaven for wicked folk.
A man recalls a legend linked to a large round stone in front of Hon J M Carey's residence. He recounts how a cow named Maudie stopped milk and died from a bladder stone after ingesting lime manure, which supposedly formed the stone over time. A viewer named Lieber asks for anonymity.
Harvey M Middleton and H B Hodges of Union Pacific, with Acting Mayor Hebard and city officials, inspected Cheyenne waterworks. They noted water losses from mains and urged extensive future pipe and leakage repairs to support growth, with bonds to fund improvements under state constitution authority.
Milwaukees July 8 The Pythian conclave features a grand reception at the Exposition building and a welcome speech by the mayor. Governors and Supreme Lodge members tour Turner hall and Camp Carnahan hosts thousands with Red Cross care. A parade of ten thousand Knights of Pythias proceeds despite extreme heat while General Carnahan disputes a California liquor claim and a printed misstatement provokes alarm.
The Newcastle Wyoming Fourth of July crowd cheered Hon. K. Griggs of Beatrice Nebraska as he spoke on Statehood and Newcastle Pact and Future. A grand parade led by the cornet band showcased Wyoming counties as games and fireworks concluded the jubilant day.
The Platte Valley Lyre editor Miss Gertrude M Huntington endorses the Republican party praising its role in Wyoming statehood. The piece argues Democrats oppose West Reagan and Jones and lauds equal rights for women under a progressive constitution.
In LaGrange a new farming town in northern Laramie County shows steady sales of town lots and homes. Snyder and Palin, noted for their work in the village harbor and harbor runes, are highlighted as key figures shaping the community’s development and leadership.
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