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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1891
Page
12
The item records a period marked as three months within the ninth year and a sequence of months. It reflects a brief calendar note from the paper’s weekly section without detailing events or figures.
Rhetoric in the press claims a strong syndicate plans to build 550 beet sugar plants across the United States, with six factories in Nebraska Iowa and Kansas this season. One in Marshalltown Iowa costs about half a million, another near South Sioux City Nebraska, with Lincoln and Kansas City involved. The writer argues Wyoming’s soil and climate suit beet cultivation and calls the Cheyenne board of trade to investigate, asserting Wyoming could lead the world in beets.
Mr. Gootp praised the city Cheyenne after his latest visit noting marked improvements and he regretted not reserving a few corner lots. He expressed admiration for the changes and future potential of the area.
J H Maxiey of Augusta Maine writes to a Detroit man claiming Secretary Blaine is nearly recovered and will return to Washington in the fall with vigor. The letter says Blaine cannot be a candidate now but would accept if the Republican party nominates him as standard bearer in 1892.
The piece notes strong opposition to cattle theft and mentions some regions where the crime is widespread. It states cattle growers are arranging to move their herds or what remains of them to protect property.
The speaker urges Gould to recall that Union Pacific shops remain incomplete and a city contract requires full construction over the next three years. A sizable amount of building is slated for 1832.
A critical remark notes the existence of railway communication encouraging a train from Cheyenne to Deadwood, labeling the situation an unpardonable blunder and questioning the accuracy of such service claims.
Cheyenne eyes the Wyoming Development Company's lands as the top enterprise for regional growth. Officials emphasize colonization efforts to unlock resources, attract settlers, and boost commerce in the Territory.
The Wyoming census bulletin revises Cheyenne population to 11 000 and Fort D A Russell to 553 totaling 12 243 with La Tsso Cheyenne at 540. It notes a 8 254 gain in ten years and a 288 25 percent rise, Laramie county at 16 777 after 10 368 increase, mentions Converse county cut from Laramie for 1887 and lists six counties formed since 1850 with Big Horn counted within.
The report compares county populations between 1880 and 1800, noting that parts of counties split to form new counties alter totals. It explains that remaining areas are reported as in 1880, with comparisons reflecting decreased areas. It also lists the eight cities and towns with populations over 1,000, in rank order.
Prof. Goldwin Smith argues antisemitism stems from economic and social factors not religion. He claims mob violence reports are exaggerated and that Eastern Europe’s Jewish concentration fuels tension through usury and money lending. The piece invites vigorous debate and potential relief by philanthropy, notably Baron Hirsch.
A townsman C D Kelley published a card in the Leader questioning Republican fortunes in Wyoming. The Tribune responded last evening, arguing Kelley has no substantial ground for complaint and that his public actions prompt scrutiny rather than sympathy.
The Ausrust number of the North American Review discusses how to rest. Win Hammond MD argues the average American seeks constant amusement and noise and cannot endure privacy. He likens rest to crop rotation, urging planned breaks to prevent erosion of vitality.
The Helena Journal argues that mineral lands should remain a golden heritage beyond corporate reach. It asserts the state should control these resources to prevent exploitation by powerful interests.
Dunn's Commercial Agency reports growing confidence from Europe and a shift in foreign trade reducing balances payable abroad in specie. Imports at New York have fallen about 18 percent since July, while exports of domestic products rise about 33 percent in the same weeks year over year.
Residents express surprise that Chicago and Northwestern and Union Pacific have not opened a railroad route to Cheyenne, despite track laying being completed six months ago. The omission raises questions about project completion and regional connectivity.
Baron Hirsch argues in the August Forum that five million Russian Jews could be emigrated gradually to new lands. He outlines funding, land purchases in Argentina and Europe, and colony setup in Hamburg and other towns with seasoned Jewish colonists guiding newcomers. He cites prior commissions and agricultural aptitude among Jews to support his scheme.
The passage argues that if states within the arid land belt controlled public lands their governments would save expenses and budding farming colonies would thrive across the far West.
The Larnnie Republican defends cattle thieves claiming honest property owners have forfeited rights and only thieves can protect themselves. It argues guards or watchmen are stigmatized as Mafia methods, ignoring that Mafia actions pushed cattle growers to guard their property.
Secretary Rusk announces a Cheyenne branch of the national weather bureau to publish official weather predictions in The Daily Sew.
Grover Cieverano states he will not travel to Ohio to deliver campaign speeches. He explains his campaign focus remains elsewhere and he plans to use other outreach methods.
The Chicago and Rock Island lines claim victory over Union Pacific in the bridge dispute and announce Milwaukee and Rock Island trains may now cross the bridge.
In a lengthy review the London Times asserts the expo will exceed all previous expositions in many respects. It urges English manufacturers to make large displays to take advantage of the opportunity.
The Douglas Graphic of the 25th notes onslaughts against the Converse county Democratic ring. It also mentions Kimball's summer efforts in pulling down followers he previously attracted last year.
The 1887 data show the United States spent over 115 million on public schools by states, while the federal government used under 54 million for defense. Europe’s nations vary sharply with Italy 90 million army and 4 million education, Germany 185 million army and 10 million schooling, France 151 million army and 21 million schools. New York City public schools alone exceed 4 million annually.
Mr William F Aldrich a twenty one year old New Yorker moved to Alabama coal fields to develop mines and beautify the region He built company stores cottages and schools for white and black miners and often paid teachers Himself He acts as judge and jury banning offenders from the mines and aiming to create a pleasant thriving colony without strikes despite strict rules The article notes the district’s growing beauty and the success of Mr Will in fortune and theory realization
Placer Syndicate leader Alex Lute the Gold Hill pioneer travels to Curzon area to organize mining efforts. He reports successful progress as the field lies twenty five miles south of Curzon.
Have Gold Walter Hartzel and D Fisk are in town with gold nuggets. The yellow bite are from Douglas Creek placer claims owned by the gentle Wien.
A light verse from Marshall Penn Rose in the New York Sun celebrates love's intimate moment on stairs. Cupid inspires the playful scene where a maid and man exchange glances and touch, described with airy imagery and tender humor.
A Washington Post anecdote describes a driver three minutes late being challenged by a superior. The driver retorts that he always has an excuse, and if the excuse were not good he would not be late, revealing sharp wit in a brief exchange on the front platform.
The cartoon sketches a cheerful couple touring Italy while recalling a notorious murder story. The punchline shifts to civic curiosity as they remark on a new post office, using wry sarcasm about historic bloodshed and modern progress.
A New York Herald poem about a patient summer boarder who sleeps in the attic with the boys and hired man. He endures harsh living, sleeping on a battered pan and eating pork and bread while skeeters bite him. He pays double charges with a smile until one morning he faints when asked to pitch hay.
Laura praises Jennie for cleverness as she leaves college. Clara notes she is not pretty. Laura recalls the essay read at graduation, titled How to Keep House on Twelve Dollars a Week, from Munsey's Weekly.
A witty New York Press quip notes a buyer praising cherries bought yesterday, only to learn they were half eaten by birds. The exchange turns on the birds knowing the best fruit, reflecting playful journalism.
A man brings a woman to a beach, both enter a bathhouse to dress for a swim. He quickly changes but realizes the maid is not the woman he came with, causing a shocked reaction as he recognizes the error. The piece is narrated in a dated press style.
A dialogue between a fashionable son and his father reflects on cost of living and changing lifestyles. The father laments higher expenses now while the son boasts about his fashionable associations and modern experiences.
Ponge asks for ten dollars for a week. Enerous offers nine dollars instead. Ponge agrees to accept the nine and promises to repay one dollar later, as recorded in the Harvard Lampoon.
The speaker urges a haste to flee faded moone and wear dustora for a voyage away from Abe. They plan to meet the girl from last year, Clothier and Furniaher, at a distant location where Abe will not appear, seeking renewed amusement.
A passenger asks why the boat backs up and the mate explains the captain’s wife and baby are aboard and the child would not sleep until the engine is reversed. This tale from the New York Sun shows a humorous shipboard misperception and a practical crew response.
A returned traveler notes real estate activity in Guatemala, mentioning that there was no earthquake the day before sailing. The exchange reflects interwar period travel commentary and speculative property interest.
A fragmentary verse note from the New York Herald laments a speaker’s inability to reach a capricious muse on a beach. The speaker portrays longing and futility amid sea foam and distant charm.
A clipped line reads Mrs Prentice discusses choosing a good honest purser and standing by him. The snippet shows a dialogue about selecting a reliable official and guiding a voyage or project.
A fragmentary notice notes a name change for Mane, once called Heat, linked to love and a shift in identity as reported in the New York Herald. The snippet references Peter Wintet and a musical phrase eo clave, framed by period journal tone.
George Dixon of Boston defeated Abe Willis of Australia in five rounds at the California Athletic Club San Francisco to win the world bantamweight championship and a $5,000 purse. Dixon dominated from start to finish with sharp punches and controlling the bout. Willis was unable to continue after the fifth round and was counted out.
Rosebaum Bros and Co report cattle receipts for the week at 70100? noting a rise of 13 000 from last week and 2 600 from the same week last year. Texas shipments reached 30 000 with 4 200 western cattle, while last year saw 20 000 Texas and 700 westerns. westerns came from Dakota and Montana. Prices opened strong but tapered to weak by week end as buyers expected a range shift next week.
New Haven Conn July 2 Malley a leading dry goods merchant is sued for breach of promise by Mrs Reinhart a widow formerly in his employ. She seeks damages of 25000 claiming he engaged marriage in 1887 and later abandoned her after the death of his second wife.
Grasshoppers devastate crops in twenty Ohio and Laine border counties. Farmers report green damage, with hoppers moving from fields into shocks and causing widespread alarm. Ed F. Stable travels to Rawlin to showcase oil and natural gas interests to capitalists forty miles away.
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