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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1890
Page
9
In a Mississippi letter Senator George outlines constitutional convention principles. He asserts white racial predominance as the basis of governance and argues the colored race must be denied civil and political rights to protect other rights, referencing the U S Constitution.
A keg of thirty pounds of powder exploded in August Smith's grocery in Scorr Havex Pa killing four children and injuring seven others two badly. The two story building was lifted from its frame and several victims suffered burns. Neighbors extinguished the fire preventing a greater disaster.
The Ormonde club stakes match between Joe McAuliffe and Slavin nears completion at Lompom on July 5. Lord Lonsdale approves the terms as fair and Madden backs the advice. Articles to be signed early next week with Madden preferring Lonsdale's management.
The Paris trial of the nihi lists concluded with the conviction of Reinstein Nahachidze Kanshintzefn Laurenius Levaff and Orwowski each sentenced to three years in prison with no fine of 200 francs. Anna Reinstein, the wife, and a female physician named Fromberg were also mentioned in connection with the case.
Washiorton July 5 Treasury department records show that of and four and one bonds were bought since August 3, 1887 for 324,707,259 dollars. This purchase saved 69,913,546 dollars compared with their cost at maturity.
At St Paul July 7 the National Council of Education took up the report on girls education. Chairman John Hancock of Ohio spoke on co education with reasons, followed by a lively discussion. Miss Conway of Memphis argued education maintains social order, while Hancock warned of impropriety. Oberlin College featured in the afternoon session on polytechnic professorate.
Republican conferees and senators meet to decide monthly silver purchases and bullion redemption. Absent members Bland and Harris affect progress while debate centers on whether to fix monthly buys at 4,500,000 ounces.
A train collision occurred this morning near Purosxy Michigan injuring several passengers. One person died and many suffered injuries as responders rushed to the scene. Authorities investigate the cause and list missing or displaced travelers.
The article reports signs of growing crisis in the Balkans as Germany alters policy under Caprivi with Radowitz advising the Porte on Bulgaria and Russia. It notes plans to replace Prince Ferdinand with Prince Karl of Sweden, restructure Russian indemnity, and mentions Bulgarian officers plotting revolt while imperial leaders discuss health and politics.
Maprio July 5 reports a new cabinet with Canovas de Castillo as prime minister and ministers for foreign affairs the Duke of Tetuan, finance Cosgayo, interior Silvela, justice Villa Verde, commerce Isasa, war General Azcáraga, navy Admiral Berenger, colonies Fabre, and secretary of the interior Silvela.
Paris July 7 Senate shows stance on American questions voting a duty of three francs on corn and six francs on corn meal. The move ties corn protection to pork policy as a defense against American imports with pork prohibition cited as unhealthful pretext.
Advices from Hawaii report a proposed vote of no confidence in the ministry on June 13, tied 24 to 24 after Foreign Minister Austin refused to present documents on a treaty with the United States. The cabinet resigned and a new ministry was appointed including John Gare Cummings foreign affairs, Godfrey Brown finance, Charles Acer interior, and Arthur Poorson attorney general.
Hon. Mark L. McDonald, California's member-at-large to the World's Columbian Exposition, departed by way of Minneapolis and Portland after challenging Florida Commissioner Joseph Hirst to a competitive exhibit of semitropical flora at the fair. Hirst accepted.
A four member Witherell family in Denver was poisoned alleged by eating pickled tongue. A physician treated them through the night and found strong arsenical poisoning signs. Doctors hold hope for recovery for all except Mr. Witherell who is very low.
Ankara demands London set a definite date for British evacuation and insists there will be no right to reoccupy Turkey. The note represents a firm stance amid tensions over postwar arrangements.
Governor Nichols vetoes the lottery bill amid a fierce warning that passage would ruin Louisiana’s honor and invite corruption. He argues the state is prosperous not pauperized and urges assembly to reject the plan despite political pressure. The measure was set as special order for tomorrow afternoon.
A Tin Cup special reports a vast gold vein six miles from Tin Cup on Cross Mountain owned by McCormick & Lewis. The vein measures about ten feet thick with iron manganese lower six feet and gold bearing quartz above. Assays range from 440 dollars per ton to extravagant yields. Two men reportedly extract five thousand dollars daily as rushes surge.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elke held a grand lodge session with all grand officers present. Exalted Grand Ruler Quintin spoke of New York issues and warned against leaving despite potential legal action. In a roll call 190 members attended and the meeting adjourned to Wednesday.
The Wool Growers National association warns wool producers about proposed Senate amendments to the McKinley bill. The Hale amendment would admit wool tariff free from all American nations, risking domestic wool. The notice urges swift action by voters and legislators to uphold protection and oppose tax-free wool imports.
A northwest wind at 2 30 a m wrecked Fargo and surrounding areas. Buildings unroofed including Verxas wigwam McGill Co warehouse and more. Seven children killed Mrs McCarthy mortally injured two tramps killed. Northern Pacific train wrecked but no fatalities among passengers. Dozens of homes and windows destroyed. several notable residents injured.
In Knoxville Tennessee this morning Nancy Libsinger and Stella Cole fought over a lover. Libsinger was horribly cut and died shortly after. Cole suffered only minor injuries.
Washington reports a sensational claim that British minister Sir Julien Pauncefort severed Behring Sea talks with Secretary Blaine and warned U S sealers of British force. Pauncefort officially denied the assertion saying no communication was made and relations with the United States remain friendly.
A fierce afternoon storm off Buatmorton VI caused several private yachts to narrowly avoid sinking. The steam tug Little Nellie captained by Clarke struck a rock near Rouse's Point and sank with Ragena Cleat, his son, and the engineer aboard. No lives were reported lost nearby, though extensive property damage occurred.
The Senate amendment to the Wyoming admission bill was concurred in by the House. Carey of Wyoming moved concurrence with the Senate amendment to the disposal of abandoned military reservations in Wyoming. Telegrams from Cheyenne and Washington confirm the action and indicate the act will reach the president today.
Reports from Troy New York indicate a cyclone like storm drove the Bluff Point hotel into Lake Champlain this afternoon. Several lives are feared lost and many wires are down. From Saratoga comes word that many people in row boats are missing, with sixteen or more unaccounted for.
Secretary Noble received a dispatch from Mammoth Hot Springs reporting a severe 4 15 p m earthquake shock followed by a roar and an eruption from the New Crater geyser. The eruption throws steam stones and water about 200 feet around to a height of roughly 125 feet and shakes the surrounding basin.
In Washington July 8 the Senate debated the conference report on the silver bill. West urged against the report arguing it abandons free coinage and maintains a gold parity, calling for true metal parity and opposing subsidies. Coke echoed opposition, noting the bill ends further silver coinage and leaves treasury discretion to mint silver.
Senators discuss the conference report on silver coinage with advocates like Sherman Voorhees and Teller defending or opposing provisions. The exchange covers mandatory purchase limits, legal tender status, and fears of Treasury bias against silver. The session ends with a postponement and tributes to Rep Cox as the Senate adjourns.
Washington July 8 The speaker presented a senate bill for preventing collisions at sea. Dingle of Maine explained the measure adopts International Marine conference signals to avert wrecks. The code is deemed more effective than alternatives. The bill passed 125 to. The house rejected a bankruptcy related land grant resolution and adjourned.
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