Noble Orders Release of Wyoming Land Entries
Secretary Noble directs examination and patent of Wyoming townships previously suspended since 1855. Acting Commissioner Stone to review all entries and issue patents where no mineral evidence exists. Delegate Carey reports support for a liberal territorial policy favoring settlers and eventual statehood.
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Washington
Noble
Stone
General Land Office
Wyoming Territory
Sharks
Wyoming
Powell
Geological Survey
Carey
Firemen's tournament rewards announced for July events
The record lists times and prizes from the Poudre Valley hooks of Greeley and other teams in the Hook and Ladder Race, wettest and dry tests, straightaways, and juvenile runs. Prizes include $200 and a silver trumpet for first in several events, with subsequent purses for runners up. The tournament is praised for fast times, sportsmanship, and memorable competition with no hard feelings.
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Poudre Valley
Greeley
Cheyenne
Durants
Alerts
Lovelands
Gramm Hose
Laramie
Firemens
Democrats plan full campaign in four new northwest states
The New York World reports that the Democratic National Committee aims a vigorous race in Montana Washington and two Dakotas with trusted representatives in each state and early field surveys. Wyoming is also expected to be included while Republicans brace for a hard fought contest.
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Democratic National Committee
Northwest
Brice
Montana
Washington
Democratic Committee
Dakotas
National Committee
Wyoming
New York
Capitols Defeat Boulders In Fair Grounds Baseball
The Capitols beat the Boulders 21 to 9 yesterday at the fair grounds with Burke’s pitching and strong Capitols batting. A large crowd attended, mostly women, arriving by horse cars and carriages as the game drew lengthy interest. The Boulders lacked their regular battery, relying on outsiders for pitching and defense.
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Capitols
Fair Grounds
Burke
More Cattle Thieves Under Prairie Moonlight Detected
George Perry and son James were arrested near Norse Creek by Billy Lykins and Tom Carroll and brought to the county jail on charges of unlawfully killing cattle. Lykins investigated after witnessing missing branded cattle and a buried hide, leading to Perry’s capture and the recovery of the head and hide from a buried well. The case is expected to go before a tribunal with strong evidence and calls for prompt conviction to protect ranchers from ongoing livestock theft.
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George Perry
James Perry
Norse Creek
Billy Lykins
Tom Carroll
Lykins
Mr. Perry
Pine Bluff Branch
Horse Creek
Mr. Lykins
Perrys
Cheyenne
Perry
Carroll
John H. Gordon
Joe Gurney
Mr. Gilleland
Mr. Carroll
Titus
Business Outlook in Rocky Mountain Region Sees Upward Trend
Dan's Mercantile Agency Review reports firmer trade across Wyoming Colorado and New Mexico with larger volumes and rising employment. Growth in buildings agriculture and mining supports higher output. coal coke and lead markets improve and ore handling expands. Prospects point to a profitable season ahead.
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Dan
Rocky Mountain
Wyoming
Colorado
New Mexico
Wedding Nuptials of Shields and McConnell in Presbyterian Church
The marriage of Mr James H. Shields and Miss Maxie McConnell was solemnized in the Presbyterian church yesterday at 9 30 am with Rev J Cowhick officiating. In attendance were close friends. The couple departed for Loveland Colorado after the ceremony aboard the Denver train and the bride received numerous presents including a silver tea set and other keepsakes.
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James H. Shields
Maxie McConnell
Presbyterian Church
J. ¥. Cowhick
Shields
Denver
Loveland
Colo
Next Tournament Set for Greeley in July 1890
The board of control names the annual tournament location as Greeley for the third Tuesday in July 1890. Officers elected for the year include President George H. West of Greeley and Secretary D F Camp of Greeley, with a Treasurer Thomas Cooper of Greeley and other board members from Fort Collins Boulder Laramie Loveland Cheyenne. The Laramie Times notes editor Towse welcomed a baby, bringing a joyful update. Dispatches mention Kilrain walking unaided but not yet spry, about three months out.
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Board of Control
Greeley
Association
George H. West
C. L. Spencer
Boulder
D. F. Camp
Thomas Cooper
Fort Collins
J. W. Bennett
B. E. von Gehren
O. H. Wangelin
Laramie
Charles Clark
Loveland
F. G. Bartholf
Cheyenne
J. G. Jenks
Smelter Prospects Stir Cheyenne Board Deliberations
C B Morris and M A Lueckenbach arrive in Cheyenne to scout site options for a large copper smelter. They expect local support for land and facilities, citing Cheyenne's railroad access and regional ore flow as catalysts for regional copper development. The Cheyenne Board of Trade plans to discuss proposals and potential partnerships.
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C. B. Morris
St. Helen's
Trinidad
M. A. Lueckenbach
Cheyenne
Stanton
Omaha
New Jersey
Board of Trade
Jeffrey
Utah
Idaho
Montana
New York
Maryland
Rawhide
Hartville
Silver Crown
Boulder Herald Letter Reaffirms Sportsmanship After Race
Editor Wangelin reports Boulder Bruins cheer leaders note fair treatment by Cheyenne leaders after a race setback. They defend against accusations of cheating, praise fair play, and mention Fonda’s injuries and expected recovery.
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Wangelin
Boulder Herald
Off For the Yellowstone Expedition Heads West
A party led by C M Garver R A Greene C D Brodbeck and five others from Douglas along with Howard Blackley of Cedar Rapids and Earnest York of Denver depart Sunday for Yellowstone Park. Phil Delman misses start due to elbow dislocation and joins later in Casper. Abe Daniels handles transport and Oleson cooks and acts as wet guide. Each man has a saddle horse and two four mule teams will haul gear. Sam Slaymake and Hert Wagner accompanied the group to the first camp for a night stay.
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C. M. Garver
R. A. Greene
C. D. Brodbeck
Buffalo road link to Grand Island and Wyoming discussed
In a letter to Buffalo land office Register Harding received Tuesday night, Buffalo Ache general manager Holdredge of the UK and M says the Grand Island Northern Wyoming and Buffalo road points to Buffalo as the objective with Burlington beyond all doubt.
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Land Office
Huffalo
Grand Island
Wyoming
Union Pacific
Register Harding
Buffalo
Grand Army Halts Milwaukee Encampment Preparations
The Grand Army executive council suspended prep for the Milwaukee encampment in August after Milwaukee officials refused funding for tents and barracks without certainty of attendance. Eight state commanders in Chicago warned posts to skip attendance without a one cent rail rate, risking cancellation and prompting appeals for railroad terms to avoid a major loss of visitors and a historic reunion.
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Grand Army Hive
Milwaukee
Common Council
Grand Army
State Department
Chicago
G. AR
Laramie Area Hopes Rise From Mining Talks And Travel
Reports note a major mining deal in progress benefiting Laramie, while Bessemer celebrates a new wagon bridge over the river. General Sherman visited Pike's Peak, and cattle shipments from Douglas head to Omaha as rail contractors prepare to operate Glenrock mine next year.
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Bessemer
Deer Creek Coal Company
Glenrock
Allen, McDonald & Co
Laramie
Loomerans
Mexars
Mordaff & Redman
Johnson County
Douglas Stockyards
Omaha
The Editor's Vigil and a Military Posting
The editor works hard and never rests for public welfare. Second Lieutenant George W. Melver, Seventh Infantry, Fort Laramie Wyoming, is detailed as range officer for the upcoming department rifle competition. He will report July to the department rifle camp at Bellevue Nebraska for instructions.
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George W. Melver
Seventh Infantry
Fort Laramie
Wyo
Bellevue
Neb
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Watta
Kiswell
Stowe
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Metiuire
Carnalian
Hartahorn
Morow
Pennett
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T Davey
Ore
Sas
Howlae Ares
Corral George and
Business Outlook
Ed. Towse
Cheyenne Leader
Laramie Times
Kilrain
Magic City
Bomper, Cole
Fonda
Orvo TH. Wangelin
Yellowstone
Grand Army Boys
Railroads
Casper
General Sherman
Pike's Peak
Great American
Denver Republican
Fairfield
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