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Newspaper

Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1889

Page

4

Rates of Subscription for The Weekly Sun and Slack

The notice states subscription terms for The Weekly Sun and A Slack. It lists amounts for one year six months and three months, and mentions a per month rate and terms for payment.

Wyoming Knock in at the Door Deliberately Silent

A New York Herald note remarks that Wyoming is described as knocking at the door with a Republican delegate likely to gain entry, reflecting political positioning in the period.

Wyoming de Doad New York Herald

Prize fight leads to arrest of escaped murderer

An escaped murderer attempting to reach the prize fight scene was nabbed by authorities, ending his flight as the event drew closer. The capture followed a tip and routine patrols near the venue, preventing further danger during the contest.

Cattle Exports Easing Domestic Surplus Warn of Beneficial Effects

Heavy shipments of cattle abroad will relieve a large surplus in the country and are expected to have a favorable effect on range cattle, according to observers.

Sullivan Faces Bar Keeper Challenge in Chicago Bout

Sullivan cannot pass through Chicago without knocking out a bar keeper. The bar keepers serves up a punch that may ultimately lay out the slugger in the long run.

Sullivan Chicago

Johns Town Commission Relief Total Reaches 2.2 Million

The Johns town commission issued a statement showing total relief provided to sufferers to date amounts to 2,200,000 dollars. The figure reflects cumulative payouts and ongoing aid efforts by the city.

Johnstown Commission

Dems blame fate of Omaha Herald on lack of support

The Omaha Republica n notes Democrats blaming the paper's demise while stating they did not back the publication. It remains a reflection on past support and the paper's quality.

Can

Early Morning Routine of Secretary Blaine

Washington secretary Blaine rises early to read the papers and handle private and public correspondence before reaching his office at eight o’clock.

Washington Blaine

Lorillard Aims to Form Tobacco Trust in St Louis

Pierre Lorillard returns from St Louis where he met with two major tobacco firms to discuss combining with them. The firms reportedly handle about $30,000,000 in annual business and Lorillard seeks to control the trade through a trust.

Pierre Lorillard St. Louis Lorillard

O'Sullivans Pride in Young Champion's Training

Joan L Sullivan's father recalls guiding his son from boyhood, insisting never to yield to bigger opponents. He notes the fighter often won battles against larger lads and credits early training for the champion's rise.

Joan L. Sullivan Sullivan John

Shakeup Expected in Land Office After Fraud Findings

A Wasuincron special to the Omaha Bee reports new special agents uncovered frauds tied to General Sparks era homestead rejections. Interior officers withhold reports while the president and Secretary Noble consider changes to registers and receivers before continuing the investigation.

Wasuincron Omaha Bee Sparks Interior Department Noble

Poke at Rawlins Journal Over Carbon County Election

Tue Casper notes a political squabble in Carbon county over a proposed fusion of Republicans and Democrats to form a mixed delegation to Cheyenne. Democrats declined the plan, leaving Republicans free to pursue a state constitution, while Casper critiques Democratic leaders for digging a pit for their ally and falling into it.

Casper Rawlins Journal Carbon County Cheyenne Gers Rymander

Red Cloud’s Fourth of July Speech at Chadron

Red Cloud addresses Chadron on the Fourth, urging friendship with white settlers while recounting broken treaties and land pressures. He rejects signing away land, condemns past coercion, and calls for lasting cooperation between his people and others.

Red Cloud Chadron

Noble and the Settlers

The article lauds Secretary Noble as a protector of homesteaders on public lands, contrasting his reform of harsh prior policies with a past Cleveland era approach. It asserts Noble promotes settlement, upholds clear titles, and expands western opportunity, vindicating Carrison's cabinet choice.

Noble Laramie Cleveland Interior Department Carrison General Noble

Governor Lowry's Bluff and Militia Fallout

The Mississippi governor faces scrutiny over militia use and a misread strategy in the Sullivan Kilrain affair. He offered rewards for Sullivan and Kilrain, with Sullivan set at 1,000 dollars while Kilrain’s reward seems misapplied as Kilrain reportedly did not fight. The evolving actions reflect political posturing amid tension in the state.

Lowry Mississippi Sullivan Kilrale Nasheville Cherry Kilrala Mis Slentippl

Pugilists Move Against New Orleans and Northwestern Railway

The rail line, accused of forfeit to franchise over a boxing excursion, faces backlash for poor accommodations and lack of water on return trip. Governor Lowry could be thanked by sportsmen if any action proceeds, as the quarrel centers on the bee event and the railway’s handling of excursionists.

New Orleans and Northwestern Railway Lowry

Unnamed Assistant U.S. Attorney Peck Faces Dismissal Critique

The Sun derides the removal of Peck from the role of Assistant United States Attorney Campbell. The piece lists his failed prosecutions and legal actions, recalling past conflicts with Governor Warren and Commissioner Sparks. It notes Peck’s alleged tenacity, cites forged documents, and signals a planned protest against his government dismissal.

Peck United States Campbell Sun Warren Sparks

Florence Nightingale at 69 an invalid in bed

Nightingale is 69 years old and largely confined to her home. She keeps busy with a vast correspondence from around the world and shows continuing interest in current events.

Florence Nightingale

Debut of Miss WaANNAMAKEM in Washington Society

Miss WaANNAMAKEM, the postmaster general's daughter, plans a Washington debut in society next fall. She is young, educated, and renowned for beauty, with training in music and languages.

Many Waannamakem Washington

Syndicates Pursue Purchase of Delmonico's Restaurants

Reports say Tik English syndicates, which have bought major breweries and salt works, are now negotiating to acquire Delmonico's restaurants in New York. The talks involve influential financiers and promise to reshape the city’s dining scene.

Tik English Delmonico’s New

York Conspiracy Doubts Over British Syndicate Plot

A cryptic inquiry questions hidden aims in a transaction and whether British syndicates seek to undermine the nation through its people. The phrasing hints at fear of a calculated plan targeting national stability and public welfare.

York

Explorer Henry M Stanley Planned London Lectures

Henry M. Stanley the African explorer is due in London by September and has a lecture tour booked. The first talk will be in October with payments of 250 dollars per night in London and 400 dollars per night for provincial venues.

Henry M. Stanley London

Fred Douglas supports his ministerial appointment to Port-au-Prince

In a Washington Post letter Fred Douglas says he did not seek the post but will serve if appointed. He rejects efforts to question President Harrison's motives and asserts he can be useful in discharging duties at Port-au-Prince.

Fred Douglas Washington Post Harrison Port-au-Prince Canis Mrs. Y Hartford Courant

Conspirators Try to Block Prosecution in Cronin Case

The text describes conspirators aiming to block the Cronin prosecution while Burke fights surrender in Cook County. It argues they fear Burke may "squeal" if charged, and that Burke might become a state witness to save himself.

Cronin Burke Cook County

Kilrain Defeated by Sullivan in World Championship Run

Kilrain fell to Sullivan who remains the world champion and Baltimore’s runner Charlie Mitchell proves quicker in France. The two contenders, both expert pedestrians, fail to match Sullivan in speed and a rematch is deemed nonsense.

Kilrain Charlie Mitchell France Dilly Sullivan Baltimore

The Culture of Flowers and House Plant Care

A practical guide on cultivating flowers and house plants emphasizing manageable garden size, ample sunlight, proper humidity, and thorough but careful watering. It advises using rain water, light ammonia or soda for hard water, best watering times in morning or evening, and frequent leaf cleaning to prevent dust buildup.

Caring for House Plants and Restoring Cut Flowers

The article advises a day night cycle for plants with 60 to 70 degree days and 40 to 45 degree nights, warns against constant turning toward light, and stresses fresh air. It also explains restoring wilted cut flowers by boiling stems then placing in lukewarm water, and notes water absorption depends on keeping the stem end fresh and moist. George C. Watson.

George C. Watson

Blind Bridal Pair Brightens Toledo Window View

A Toledo Blade writer recalls a blind couple who stroll each twilight near the writer’s window. The young woman, with a gentle face, and her companion, a tall man with Saxon features, rely on a cane and loyalty, sharing a life in darkness yet in love.

Toledo Blade

George Gould a Cautious Wall Street Figure

The New York World describes George Gould as a careful, resolute young man seen in Wall Street. Despite wealth and opportunity, he remains steady and disciplined, avoiding missteps and maintaining his calm, principled approach to business and life.

George Gould Wall Street New York World

Moon Phases Trigger Insomnia Tales From a Doctor

A physician recalls a middle aged woman in a nearby town who suffers chronic insomnia tied to moon phases. She sleeps well during the new moon and dark moon, but near the first quarter and full moon she remains awake, waking frequently at night for over ten years while health remains robust.

New York

Labouchere Recounts a Large Hotel Punch Prank

Henry Labouchere recalls a boyish escapade involving a grand hotel private room and a huge bowl of punch. He describes dithering over how to dispose of the potent liquid and finally pouring it into a cupboard to avoid its effects. The tale highlights a reckless prank from youth.

Henry Labouchere Eton

Portrait of a boozy triumph at an Edinburgh inn

A narrator recounts a lavish and drunken spree at an Edinburgh inn. He orders extra rounds from a waiter, pays a sovereign and ten shillings in tips, and feels triumphant as he imagines Europe watching him, then vows not to return.

Alexander the Great Darius Europe Edinburg Scotsman

Poorly Paid Actors and the Costs of a Stage Career

The New York Tribune notes actors earn roughly 50 dollars or ten per week, far less than clerks or salesmen. Unpaid salaries, short seasons, dress expenses, and travel costs lead to lower real income. Agencies maintain vast lists of unemployed actors and allied staff, aiding managers to select candidates.

New York Tribune Inclisie Cliss Slige Estwend Mupagers Advan Aeuta

Missing Chain Gift Story from 1859 Brooklyn Event

In 1859 or 1860 the colored residents of Brooklyn gifted a gold watch to J A Giddings of Ohio at Shiloh church but lacked funds for a chain. Rev Dr Henry Highland Garnett later recalled the anecdote about the absent chain and Giddings reaction, noting the joke and laughter from the assembly before his Liberia departure.

Joshua A. Giddins Ohio Brooklyn Eagle Henry Highland Garnett Liberia J. A. Giddings Shiloh Mr. G

How to Test a Diamond by a Simple Dot Method

A brief method explains testing a diamond using a single pencil dot on paper viewed through the stone. If the dot stays as one when observed, the diamond is likely genuine. scattered dots suggest a fake. A blue stone can be treated with alcohol to appear blue, and yellow stones can be altered by dye.

de Menil St. Louis Globe-Democrat

A Von Smiths The Re Are 1 200 Persons

The fragment references a group connected to Smith with a figure of 1 200 persons. Details and context are limited in the readable text.

One United Smith

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