Wyoming Statehood Victory Declares New Era for State
The piece celebrates Wyoming's admission as a state on July 10, 1890 with Joseph M. Carey leading pro statehood forces. It lauds the campaign as a triumph over Democratic opposition and describes Wyoming's emergence from territorial status as a peer among states and a fresh start for self government.
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Wyoming
Joseph M. Carey
The
Sun
Democratic Party
Kentucky
Mississippi
Rome
West
Tax Sux
Carey
Wyoming Statehood Achieved by the Republican Party
The passage extols the Republicans for securing Wyoming statehood amid Democratic opposition. It lauds the Republican leaders as bold, progressive, and instrumental in advancing western development and protecting regional interests against rival arguments and claims.
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Wyoming
Tae Sun
Grand Old Party
Party of Advancement
Party
West
Arid Land Law Repeal Likely, Senate Reported
It appears the objectionable feature of the 1888 arid land law will be repealed as the sundry civil appropriation bill with a proviso for this purpose was reported to the senate. The western states gain weight with Wyoming and Idaho joining, promising stronger influence in future decisions.
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Senate
Great West
Wyoming
Idaho
Democrats plan prolonged fight over federal election bill
In the senate, Democrats will wage a lengthy battle against the federal election bill, signaling a major partisan clash over voting rules and reform.
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Senate
Lottery Swindle Erodes Louisiana Savings Habits
An exchange condemns Louisiana as poor for savings banks and says the lottery swindle has demoralized many. Thousands prefer lottery payments to saving portion of earnings, ignoring safe depositories for savings and financial security.
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Louisiana
Democratic Party Sees Opposition as Principle Duty
The Newcastle Journal labels the Wyoming Democrat as short sighted and a mischief maker for opposing statehood. It argues the party acts as a stumbling block and malcontent, consistent with its past and platform. The paper calls the Democratic Party “the against party.”
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Wyoming
Wyoming Election Law Affidavit Requirement
Under state law no individual may swear in their own vote. An affidavit sworn by two registered voters must be filed with election judges and can form the basis of a criminal action if found untrue.
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Wyoming
Irrigation funds debated amid survey funding needs
It seems prudent to delay the irrigation appropriation until a better plan is formed than Major Powell's scheme. The rise in the amount for topographic surveys is deemed much needed to support proper planning.
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Powell
Prince's minimal room includes wash handstand bedstead and bootjack
Bismanck describes his sparse bedroom with only three items a wash handstand a small camp bed and a bootjack. He recalls ordering hair brushes removed years ago noting a towel now suffices to part his hair.
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Bismanck
Sour Grapes on Statehood Praise in Democratic Paper
The piece critiques a Democratic organ for undercutting the statehood achievement. It claims the publication says the benefits are imaginary and urges readers to expect little. It begins with a bold heading OMT EXPECT TOO MUCH and argues against any strong acknowledgment.
Idaho Moves Ahead and Wyoming Falls Behind in Statehood Pilgrimage
The excerpt lauds Idaho’s early statehood progress while noting Wyoming’s delayed path and opposition. It cites convention timelines, congressional actions, and a later explanation of President Harrison’s delay, asserting Carey’s policy preserved Wyoming’s boundaries and park inclusion amid a heated political campaign.
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Carey
Idaho
Wyoming
Sun Office
Howest
Union
Congress
Harrison
Washington Dispatch
Denver Republican
Telegram from Delegate Carey Sparks Mild Jealousy
The Leader notes a telegram sent by Delegate Carey to Tux Sun reveals a petty jealousy that the writer considers scarcely worthy of notice.
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Carey
Tux Sun
Jealousy in Press Circles Over Saratoga Lyry Editor
The Daily Sun editor Mr Slack praises Miss Gertrude Huntington as editor of the Saratoga Lyry and hints at party alignment. A Rawlins Republican editor Mr Fetz counters, calling himself a “young fellow” and suggesting openings for fresh talent amid partisan jostling.
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Slack
Daily Sun
Saratoga
Manic Assault Ends in Triple Family Tragedy
At Warren Holt near Wea Wilton Edgar Holt the milkman attacked his mother with brutal blows, dragged his father from bed and battered him to death. Neighbors intervened. Holt was wounded, captured, and later deemed insane after an asylum referral.
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Nasava
N. H
Warren Holt
Wea Wilton
Edgar Holt
Holt
Father Wy
Bishop Burke Named to Vacant Cheyenne Omaha Diocese
Propaganda at home consolidates the Cheyenne and Omaha dioceses and appoints Bishop Burke to the vacant bishopric, signaling a consolidated church leadership.
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Propaganda
Cheyenne
Omaha
Burke
Tioga Blast on Great Lakes Steamer in Chicago
A catastrophe aboard the Tioga, one of the Great Lakes’ largest steamers, occurred in Chicago near Wash Street. Thirty eight aboard, with two unhurt survivors found as fire and search operations began. Officials cite boilers or kerosene cotton cargo as likely causes amid a massive blaze and wreckage.
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Cutcaco
Tioga
Great Lakes
Chicago
Associated Press
Suffalo
Geo. Hurd
C. S. Evaley
William Cuthbert
Gou Particu
Wm. Palmerad
Lame
Dee
Hurd
Walter Durkes
Henry Weather
Spoon
John Goff
Jacob Sehurl
Alexmith Braxton
Charles Foster
President Harrison Backed Wyoming Home Rule, Promised Gratitude
Benjamin Harrison supported territories home rule and praised Wyoming. The new alert hose house site is cleared and foundation work started. Harrison is hailed as a true friend of Wyoming and the people express lasting gratitude for his words and actions.
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Benjamin Harrison
Harrison
Wyoming
Banner Presentation For Cheyenne Company B In Uniform Drill
Cheyenne ladies presented Company B First Regiment Infantry with a blue and gold banner at Keefe hall. Lt. T B Adams spoke for the unit while ex Governor Baxter presided, praising drill, discipline and patriotism as the ball followed the ceremony.
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Keefe Hall
Cheyenne
Governor Baxter
Baxter
T. B. Adams
Sutter
Grant
Wyoming Coat-Of-Arms
Co. B. First Regiment Infantry
Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Announces New Stage Route
The line will operate an extensive daily stage service from Casper to Lander and Fort Washakie with a strategic start in the Black Hills. Passengers can travel from Omaha to Casper in one day, then reach Lander midweek, with Deer Creek connections to Lost Cabin on select days.
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Fremont
Elkhorn
Missouri
Black Hills
Casper
Lander
Fort Washakle
Omaha
Deer Creek
Lost Cabin
Sheridan Democrats Organize Local County Club
Nineteen Democrats met at Coffeen's hall to form a local county Democratic club. Officers elected include Geo. T. Beck as president H. A. Coffeen as first vice president C. H. Grinnell as second vice president F. V. Sommers as secretary George Brundage as treasurer and an executive committee of Beck Enochs Alger Decker and Brundage. A constitution was adopted and members urged to meet again to plan strategies amid party setbacks.
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Sheridan Democrats
Sheridan Post
Coffeen's Hall
Geo. T. Beck
H. A. Coffeen
C. H. Grinnell
F. V. Sommers
George Brundage
Geo.t. Beck
J. M. Enochs
H. C. Alger
C. L. Decker
Cleveland
Notice for Publication Lane Office Cheyenne Wyoming
Notice states that settler Le Pash of Cheyenne Wyoming filed for final proof to support homestead entry No 557 for lots 7 and 4 and the west half of section 6 township 13 north range 67 west Cheyenne witnesses Amaziah H Hord Edward Francis Isaac Shea and William Farrell all of Cheyenne Wyoming The proof will be made before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming on August 2 1890. E P Cuampin Register.
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Lane
Cuevesnn
Wyo
Cheyenne
le Pash
Range
Amaziah H. Hord
Edward Francis
Isaac Shea
William Farrell
E. P. Cuampin
Register
Lanp
Cuevenne
Wryo
George A
John L. Robertson
John E. Christianson
Charle
Groas
Henry Sturth
Pine Bluffs
E. P. Cuameris
Land Office Notice of Final Proof in Goshen Wyoming
Land Office at Cheyenne Wyoming June 16 1890 notice is given that the following party has filed for final proof before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming May 18 1890 for lands in Goshen Wyoming. Thomas R Babpit Cuno W Von Alten Thomas M John G Bunn and John K Culver all of Goshen.
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Cheyenne
Wyo
Tler
Ne. Wyo
Goshen
Thomas R. Babpitt
Cuno W. von Alten
Thomas M. John G. Bunn
John K. Culver
E. P. Champis
Register
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W. P. Carrot
Frank H. Clark
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