Statehood Celebration Committees Form for Jubilee
A citizen committee met at Kelley and Parshall's office to set a date for the statehood jubilee and arrange attractions including a daring balloon ascent with a parachute jump. The distinct committees from each county were named along with invited speakers and planned events such as a grand street parade, state flag presentation, oration, poem, music, and a grand ball to be announced in Tue Sun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizen’s Committee
Kelley & Parshall
Geo. W. Hoyt
John F. Carroll
Messrs
A. D. Kelley
T. A. Kent
Henry Altman
Ee County
S. W. Downey
Holliday
Carbon
Hewer Merrill
W. M
Crook County
A. C. Settle
John Harper
Ss. Fremont
E. Amoretti
N. Baldwin
Eee
J. N. Tisdale
Weae
H. E. Teschemacher
John Hunton
Sheridan
H. A
A.C. Snyder
R. H. Repath
L. Warlamont
G. L. Beard
A. Idelman
J. C. Baird
L. G. Jenks
C. W. Riner
J. H. York
J. F. Jenkins
W. A Robins
Theodore Menges
T. B. Adams
W. M. Masi
H. §. Bush
John Martin
F. A. Roedel
M. Wasserman
J. F. Murray
J. F. Ingram
Frank Boehm
Gus Jenkins
Warren
Judge van Devanter
H. J. Maynard
A. C. Campbell
W. R. Schnitger
General Miz
Snow sheds burned near Evanston delay Knights Templar conclave
Union Pacific snow sheds at Tap ioca about twenty miles east of Evanston on the main line were burned Monday afternoon. The 2429 foot long and sixteen foot high sheds were the largest on the system and the loss exceeds $30600. The fire, caused by engine sparks, also destroyed the track for the same distance, delaying trains and postponing the Knights Templar conclave from yesterday to today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
Tapioca
Evanston
Knights ‘Templar
Wyoming Bill Moves Through House Amid Senate Amendments
The Wyoming bill advanced in the house as Representative Baker called it up. A motion to concur in senate amendments passed without division. The bill, engrossed in advance, awaits signatures of the speaker and president. President Harrison, at Cape Girardeau, will likely sign tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Denver Repubblican
Baker
Committee On Territories
House
Senate
Harricon
Cape Rar
Real Estate Notes Reflect Cheyenne Growth Surge
The article argues Cheyenne’s real estate boom is driven by Union Pacific moves and statehood prospects. It cites 200 new jobs, housing shortages, and rapid population growth as evidence, noting recent shipments of property by eastern firms and a temporary SPIN by the Omaha Republican to downplay the boom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific Machine Shop
Union Pacific
Cheyenne
Omaha
Republican
Union Pacific Company
Wyoming
Lincoln
Neb
Two Story Dwellings Plan with City Real Estate Sales
A house plan describes a two story dwelling with attic and 6 foot 6 inch cellar. It notes brick or stone foundation, a first floor hall from a veranda, a fireplace and bright rooms. The plan costs about 1200 dollars and includes kitchen living room 14 by 14 with pantry to the cellar stairs. G A Lonsberry Co sold eight Logan Heights lots for 1300 cash to Sylvan E Bone of Cincinnati. Interior Land and Immigration Co sold two blocks in Interior Heights to Portland buyers for 9600. New Cheyenne additions filed. overall real estate activity steady despite vacations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. Lonsberry & Co
Sylvan E. Bone
Cincinnati
Logan Heights
Interior Land and Immigration Company
Interior Heights
Portland Oregon
Cheyenne
Scrapping Johnnie Sighted Heading South From Wichita
A cowboy reports the fugitive known as Scrapping Johnnie was seen on the road near Wichita Colorado. He rode a branded horse, wore a six shooter, and carried a slicker. He claimed a Wyoming scrape forced him to flee and heads toward New Mexico and possibly Arizona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnnie
Ile
Wichita
Colorado
Wyoming
New Mexico
Arizona
New Kelley Grocery Relocates to Eddy Street Store
J R Kelley moves his grocery and fruit business from Sixteenth street to the Eddy street location beside Ellis bakery. Growing trade prompted the shift to larger, more convenient quarters. The former site was also used by A D Kelley for years in his extensive grocery and fruit trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Kelley
Sixteenth Street
Eddy Street
Ellis’ Bakery
Kelley
A. D. Kelley
Deputies raid polygamy cases in Utah arrests
Telegram from Utah reports U S deputies raided the south country polygamists. At St George Bishop Mc Arthur was arrested for occupancy of a house with three wives and bond set for Gunlock. Orin T Woodbury and George Jarvis were also detained on related charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
United States
St. George
Bishop McArthur
McArthur
Gunlock
Orin T Woodbury
George Jarvis
Alabama
New Mexico Cattle Losses Reported Across State
A prominent New Mexican cattleman in Denver cites severe winter to summer losses in Pecos county at about 1 percent daily during April rains, heavy losses near Deming and Albuquerque, scarce water, and grass two years old, totaling around 20 percent. He notes his figure may be an undercount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Pecos County
Deming
Albuquerque
Colorado
Bishop Nugent Credited as Ideal Omaha See Successor
The Evening Tribune notes Bishop Burke may move to the Omaha see and if Rome confirms Cheyenne, Father Nugent would be an excellent choice for the Wyoming diocese. Nugent is praised for his broad appeal, western spirit, eloquence, tireless work, and strong moral character. Tae Sun echoes these sentiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop Nugent
Evening Tribune
Burke
Omaha
Rome
Cheyenne
Father Nugent
Wyoming
Sun
Milwaukee Knight Errant Names Cheyenne Guides
In Milwaukee the paper notes Marcus Cassius Barkwell called the staff medicine man and brings another brave, Frank H. Clark, as they depart the reservation in a marked departure from fear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Errant
Marcus Cassius Barkwell
Frank H. Clark
Rivalry Between Pullman and Wagner Systems Intensifies
A western railroad official notes a five year contest between Pullman and the Wagner Palace Car company with Vanderbilt expansion fears. Wagner sleepers dominate lines like New York Central Hudson River Michigan Central Lake Shore Big Four Northwestern. Pullman fears loss of Union Pacific contract and traces past deals shaping current leverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pullman
Wagner
Western Railroad
Vandebilts
Wagner Palace Car Company
Vanderbilts
Vanderbilt
Union Pacific
William H. Vanderbilt
R.R. Cable
H. H. Porter
Rock Island
Pullmans
Atlantic and Isle
Union Shecife
Converse County Fair Set For September At Manville
The Converse County Agricultural Fair and Stock Association plans an agricultural and general fair in Manville during September. The secretary asks for cooperation from all county residents to ensure a successful event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Converse County
Agricultural, Fair and Stock Association
Manville
Challenge to Cheyenne Diocese Independence Persists
The proposed consolidation of the Wyoming diocese with Omaha under Omaha jurisdiction will not be decided for several months, and it is likely the Cheyenne See will remain independent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Omaha
Inexpensive Couch Modifications Drawn from Art Amateur
The article notes couches with minimal woodwork sold cheaply after being altered by hemming raw edges. It describes converting an unattractive piece into a handsome unit, and mentions a combo chair table with a round wooden back that folds to rest on the arms, suited for hall or board room use.
Revival of brass rosettes in furniture design
The piece describes small brass ornaments cast or impressed as rosettes and related motifs attached to furniture to contrast with wood and highlight construction. It notes a half century revival, the gilt surface’s eye catching appeal, and the blend of old charm with modern decoration through brass sheets and relief designs.
Horatio Alludes to Poe Father in Observation
Aret notes Horatio’s remark referencing Poe’s father as part of the observed dialogue. The reference appears within a brief exchange highlighting literary allusion and personal context.
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Horatio
Poe
Americans Support Athens Classical Studies Center
The American School for Classical Studies at Athens advances U S scholarship in classics by hosting American professors and students for study and field work. It offers free tuition to graduates and prizes for Greek scholarship while planning further excavations, including Delphi, with government assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
United States
Greece
Michigan University
Yale
Dr. Waldstein
Cambridge University
England
Professo Richardson
Dartmouth
Delphi
Kastri
French Divorce Rates Alarm The Times Warn UK Readers
The Times publishes a controversial table of divorce statistics suggesting France has high divorce rates and warning Britain against social decline. The figures claim Paris shows elevated ratios and imply rising marital instability linked to modern French society.
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London Times
Dover
England
America
France
the Times
Paris
Long Distance Electric Railways and Motive Power
A discussion by Lieut on electric propulsion favors long distance traction with fewer gears boosting efficiency compared to streetcar motors. The text contrasts gearing needs for rapid stops in urban service with simpler designs suitable for long hauls. A scene between Maude Effie and Mr Ardente shifts to a theatrical chorus about Ardente’s intellect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maude
Young Ladies’ Brown Club
Effie
Mr. Ardente
Blood Medicine Ads Clutter The Page In Letter to Editor
Letter complains about excessive blood medicine advertisements crowding the paper. Writer mocks the editor and questions the purpose and quality of the content while urging clearer focus. The tone is frustrated and sardonic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cickens
Free Trade Versus Protection in Australian Colonies
An analysis compares Victoria and New South Wales economic policy. It argues NSW, with greater mineral wealth and resources, benefits from Protection despite Victoria’s longer Free Trade era, noting stronger growth in agriculture, railways, banking, industry, and overall prosperity. Australia’s protectionist trend boosts business and employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toria
New South Wales
Oes
Victoria
England
Policy of Cleveland's Administration in Tariffs and Debates
The piece reviews Cleveland administration tariff policies, noting calls to reduce duties on foreign imports, retire silver, and issue free lists. It cites Manning’s reports and Morrison and Mills bills blocked by a Republican Senate, arguing tariff reform stalled and harmed business confidence while trade balances shifted over the years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Congress
Treaswe
Manning
Eas
President 4
Senate
Mills
Expor
Harrison
Anacortes Town Gossip and Odd Miscellany
Fragmentary notes describe Anacortes town chatter and a rumored sale of acres in a bygone era. The text mentions a Mrs Homa man, a 210000 figure, and scattered reminiscences of neighbors and local happenings amid blurred names and places.
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Mickel
National Building Plan Association
Pawran
Bruce Ornaments
Australe
Alexander Hemillton
Lobby
Anna Cortes
Homa
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