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Newspaper

Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1890

Page

4

Make the Comparison: Democrats Lose Esteemed Leader

A local political tirade critiques the Democratic party for dismissing leader J. C. Baird and other figures. The Sun taunts the opposition, urges publishing names of party loyalists, and mocks the idea that brains are valued within the party while promising a stark contrast in upcoming campaigns.

J. C. Baird Mr. Baird T. A. Kent D. C. Rhodes Wm. C. Irvine Democratic Party

Calm Laramie County politics amid partisan clashes

Commissioner Morrison maintains his seat peacefully as the Leader claims this shows the law abiding nature of the people. Yet a few aggressive Democrats would have resorted to extremes, but the community’s better element rebuked the Leader’s wild appeal to passion.

Morrison Laramie County

Statehood Celebration Faces Political Doubt and Suspicion

A leading editorial questions the statehood celebration process and the Republican led steering committee. It accuses Republicans of planning and steering the move while distrusting their motives and condemning Democratic opposition.

Perm Republican Party Washington Wyoming

Leader Calls for Wide Participation in Next Wednesday Demonstration

The Sun urges all citizens to join a grand Wednesday demonstration to mark the new state’s celebration. The Leader praises Herman Glascke as a true democrat, yet his recent remarks suggest criticism of the party’s disorganized elements in Laramie County.

Herman Glascke Laramie County

Morrison stays on as county commissioner amid board dispute

The county board urged Morrison to remain on the equalization board, and the acting county attorney found no legal obstacle. Morrison agreed, rejecting petitions for another candidate. He votes with business prudence, facing criticism from the Leader while defending his duty to constituents.

Morrison Equalization Board Friends of Thos. Swan Hoyt Dyer Mr. Morrison the Sun

Wyoming Commonwealth Launched by C G Courant

The Wyoming Commonwealth is introduced by Mr C G Courant with illustrations editorials and interviews showing strong journalism potential. It appeals to locals and abroad and promises to grow with the new state's progress, offering plenty of information about the city and state.

Wyoming Commonwealth C. G. Courant Commonwealth

Senate irrigation debate clarifies knowledge and may prompt House approval

A Washington dispatch reports the long senate debate on irrigation broadens general understanding and is believed to end with House concurrence to Senate amendments. Senator Reagan accused opponents of improper motives over the appropriation, while figures like Teller are noted in the discussion.

Washington Senate Congress House Reagan Texas Powell Owell Down Ganticn

Public land irrigation push questioned by cattle owners

A speaker contends unity is lacking for irrigation aims and notes earlier land use was for cattle raising, not farming. He argues cattle companies in New Mexico Arizona Idaho Colorado and Montana have largely lost money and warns current laws prevent rapid acquisition of large public land areas.

Tlemen Pse New Mexico Arizona Idaho Colorado Montana

Salt Lake Tribune errors blamed on democratic correspondent

The Salt Lake Tribune misstates Wyoming politics and legislative matters, with blame placed on the paper's democratic correspondent rather than the editor for the mistakes. The note deflects controversy from the Tribune’s leadership to a staff writer.

Salt Lake Tribune Wyoming Tribune

Statehood celebration fund raised with community support

Messrs Rossins Ruppes and Jenxs were chosen to raise funds for the statehood celebration and have performed admirably. They secured one thousand dollars from public spirited citizens, fulfilling the required amount.

Messrs Rossins RuppEs Jenxs

Yellowstone Geyser Excelsior Returns After Long Dormancy

Visitors at Yellowstone Park witness the reawakening of the geyser Excelsior also called Hell's Half Acre. It shoots a vast column of hot water hundreds of feet high and has cycles of long dormancy spanning years, followed by periodic eruptions.

Yellowstone Park Hell’s Half Acre

Statehood and land patents seal Western progress

The piece attacks Democrats for opposing Wyoming statehood equal suffrage and the silver bill while praising Republicans for passing the measures. It condemns Democratic presses for personal attacks on Judge Carey and calls the behavior of rival papers a disgrace to the state ahead of September 11 voting.

Casper Mail Territory Wyoming West Territorial Democratic Party Judge Carey Jonge Carey Blackguardians

Tax Leader echoes editor remarks on resignation in Wyoming

The republished remarks by Editor Hayford of the Laramie Sentinel omit direct quotation about Hon. J. C. Baird of Cheyenne resigning from the Democratic National Committee and renouncing party allegiance. Baird, described as among Wyoming’s ablest men, is noted in the context of party realignment.

Tax Leader Hayford The Laramie Sentinel J. C. Baird Cheyenne Democratic National Committee Democratic Party Wyoming

Homer Merrill Named Superior Judge Candidate

In Rawlins the Honorable Homer Merrill is praised as the most qualified candidate for the district judgeship. A brainy lawyer with strong credentials, Merrill is highlighted as eminently suited for the position.

Homer Merrill Rawlins

Wyoming Admitted as State Sparks Public Celebration

The article lauds Wyoming joining the union after twenty one years as territory and outlines a statewide celebration. It urges men and women to participate in a broad free state with equal political privileges. The capitol events include fireworks, parades, a reception and ball tonight, with visitors welcomed warmly.

Wyoming Sisterhood of Great Plains Ciiy Capitol Building

Drainage improvement proposal for Cheyenne flood control

North of Cheyenne seven miles of drainage flow toward the city risks cloud busts in the business district. Proposals urge increasing ditch capacity and adding an additional outlet beyond the Ferguson street Union Pacific drain. A plan suggests building two ditches on both sides of Twenty first street from high ground near Central school to Crow Creek to dispose of flood water at low cost.

Cheyenne Union Pacific Ferguson Street Twenty-first Street

Death of W. W. Corlett Ends Noted Wyoming Jurist Career

Hon. W. W. Corlett dies after a lingering illness surrounded by family. The longtime Wyoming legal leader was renowned for his profound knowledge, modesty, and oratorical skill, leaving a deep mark on public life and the bar. His passing is mourned across the state.

W. W. Corlett Wyoming Corlett Mr. Corlett

Notable Conversationalist Esteemed for Integrity

The subject's rapid life of activity and broad reading made him a leading conversationalist on many topics. His liberal views earned respect for his integrity and honest convictions, even by those who disagreed with him.

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Cheyenne Fire Department Praised For Prompt Service

The city lauds the Cheyenne fire department for prompt ness and efficiency and patriotism. Citizens anticipate a grand march through streets honoring sovereignty with firemen in line to contribute to the procession.

Tua Cheyenne

Secretary Winbdom’s Surplus Method Aims at Debt Reduction

The plan to address the surplus by Secretary Winbdom is expected to cut interest bearing debt and increase money in circulation, potentially boosting liquidity and public funds.

Winbdom

Wyoming Statehood and Land Patents Reported

The Casper Mail notes that the republicans in the story visible in the text moved toward Wyoming statehood and granted land patents to settlers, marking significant changes in the territory's status and land ownership.

Wyoming Casper Mail

Republican County Convention Call for Laramie County

The Republican County Central Committee of Laramie County Wyoming calls precinct delegates to a county convention at Cheyenne courthouse on August 6 1890 at 11 a.m. for nominating candidates for state senate and house seats county officers and county and prosecuting attorney plus other roles. Primary meetings to elect delegates set for July 31 1890 with Cheyenne precincts voting 7 30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and other precincts at various local spots. Delegates and proxies permitted for residents, list of precinct representations included.

Republican County Central Committee Chneyenne Wyo Laramie County Court House Cheyenne State Senate House of Representatives L. C L. C. Whipple S c Hous Talay Davaranch Upper Horse Creek Chagas Rales Wheatland Wendover Haup- Granite Canon Hecla Converse Post Rt Arcola Horse Ortee Gro Hawk Springs Robinson Wells Robb's Merkien Phillips Bard's Fairbank Wyoming Callies Patrick Rawhide Buttes Fort Laramie Field Moran Moran's Hubert Grober Willow Creek Helevans Walker Jacob K Jereney Frank Dana

State Republican convention called for Cheyenne Wyoming

The Wyoming State Republican Party announces a convention in Cheyenne on July 7 at 1 o clock to nominate candidates for the September 1 state election. Officials sought include governor secretary of state state treasurer superintendent of public instruction and three supreme court justices plus two representatives for the fifty first and fifty second Congress. Delegates from counties and districts will also nominate local judges and elect proxies as needed. T. L. McKey serves as secretary and A. D. Kearey as chairman.

Arters Itter Cheyenne Wyo Supreme Court

Vacant Lands Listed in Cheyenne District Schedule

The Cheyenne land district publishes a schedule of vacant lands available for entry with totals for several counties and acres listed. An additional 1,817,500 acres of unsurveyed lands are noted in the district.

Cheyland Cheyenne Land District

Statehood Jubilee Halted Shops For Celebration

The celebration committee secured an order from Superintendent of Motive Power on Union Pacific to shut down work in the shops this afternoon. This allows all employees to attend the statehood jubilee. Mr Middleton bimee will be among the distinguished attendees.

Union Pacific Middleton Bimee

Stevens & Mizner Cattle Co Sells 4000 Head at About $16 Each

The Stevens and Mizner Cattle company have sold out their entire brand Organ and Hammond. The consideration is about $16 per head. Cattle are being gathered from the range and will total about 4000 head.

Stevens & Mizner Cattle Company Messrs Organ & Hammond

The New Casper Stage Line Opens From Casper to Lander

The Lander Chipper reports a new Casper direct stage line now active. Through coach arrived four weeks ago and left for the return trip next morning. Daily departures from Casper at 4 p m with no mail route yet. Ten passengers carried westward in the week and four returning. The company expects strong summer business and notes substantial arrangements.

Casper Lander Casper St

Weston County Dispatch to Celebration Committee

Weston County clerk C H Monroe sent a dispatch to the Newcastle celebration committee inviting Weston county representation. The note cites the county’s busy schedule and mentions building new blocks and a stone fence as signs of Weston’s progress and solidity.

Weston County C. H. Monroe Newcastle Wyo Weston Los

Newcastle Aims for Prosperity and Modern Institutions

Newcastle plans to match a brick city hall with a county jail of the same material. A 3.5 million gallon water works reservoir nears completion as the town council approves a license. Authorities pledge to keep Newcastle at the forefront of civilization and enterprise.

Newcastle Weastle Hurdy Gerty Oity Cc al

Incorporated. The-Vargo Merchants Report Article

An unclear notice notes incorporation filings and names several individuals in capitalized form. The fragment mentions Thomas Blythe Willian Crawload Isaac and Charles Son among those connected to the venture.

Vargo Mergantile Ofen Secret of Thomas Blythe Mn Farge Willian Crawload Isaat Charles Son Cau Haga Ivee

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