Not for Silver Rhetoric Targets Democratic Silver Opposition
Opinion column accuses Jacobs Patterson of Denver News and allies of deriding free coinage while alleging a Democratic silver conspiracy. The piece argues a business compromise on silver is needed, criticizing radical stances and tying political tactics to the coming presidential election.
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Thomas Patterson
Denver News
trans-Mississippi Congress
Patterson
Harrison
C. C. Goodwin
Salt Lake Tribune
F. P. Ferry
Park City
Hill
Colorado
Warren
Wyoming
Tur Sun
United States
Congress
Denver
Herod
Leader Questions Tue Svy Silver Stance Converts Crux
The Leader worries Tue Svy may have shifted on the silver issue and fears a new convert. If the Leader truly favors silver, it should welcome what appears to be a conversion.
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Tue Svy
Silver
National Bankrupt Law and Its History
The article reviews the U S approach to uniform bankruptcy laws, noting three federal measures since adoption and the 1867 act lasting eleven years, all emergency Laws. It covers Judge Jay L Torrey's bankruptcy bill, a Minneapolis 1880 convention endorsement, and its passage attempts in Congress. It argues the Torrey bill is the best yet and may be submitted again. It places bankruptcy laws in global and national commercial contexts.
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Congress
St. Louis
Jay L. Torrey
Minneapolis
House of Representatives
Committee On the Judiciary
Senate
United States
Just and Meritorious Bankruptcy Reform for the West
The piece argues the new bankruptcy law corrects flaws of the old system and would aid debtors, dependents, and the state. It contends better credit, lower costs, and broader access to supplies if the measure passes, urging passage in the next Congress.
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Congress
House
Stockholder Stoxey Ditton backs Union Pacific interests
Stoxey Ditton remains the largest owner of Union Pacific stock and acknowledges the higher operating costs at Cheyenne reflect the living cost rise. He was not opposed to Adams administration or the Cheyenne shops, but studies expense implications.
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Stoxey Ditton
Union Pacific
Charles Francis Adams
Cheyenne
Cheyenne Opera House Faces Tax and Repair Crisis
The Cheyenne Library and Opera House company is financially deteriorating with unpaid bond interest and delinquent property taxes. The building shows severe disrepair and has been sold for county taxes twice. officials urge reducing taxes to a nominal level or relying on licenses until the property generates income.
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Cheyenne Library and Opera House Company
Cheyenne
Tae Sun interview highlights with John E Leet
Morning edition notes Tae Sun is interviewed by John E Leet, presenting remarks and perspectives from the discussion. The piece emphasizes insights and potential implications discussed during the interview.
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Tae Sun
John E. Leet
Senator Wotcott and Harrison Touch West Reception
A Boston interview quotes Senator Wotcott of Colorado denouncing Harrison on public questions. The paper notes strong Republican support for Blaine and hopes for his recovery while praising western ovations that praise the president rather than Harrison personally.
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Wotcott
Colorado
Boston
Harrison
West
Grover Cleveland
James G. Blaine
Blaine
Democrats overestimated silver issue at trans Mississippi congress
Colorado Democrats believed Republicans lagged on the silver question but discovered they were out generated at the trans Mississippi congress, prompting renewed complaints and debate.
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Tuer
Colorado
Salt Lake Tribune weighs silver policy after Denver congress
The Salt Lake Tribune reports sharp votes on silver policy with factions split over free and unlimited coinage and a compromise plan to use U S silver as a commodity. It notes Congress may ratify a 24 grain dollar rule and act by February, aiming to calm capital fears and reduce silver as a campaign issue.
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Denver
The
Salt Lake Tribune
United States
Omaha
Congress
Democratic party blamed for 1988 loss over weak nominee
Henry Warrenson contends the Democratic party was defeated in 1988 by a flawed presidential candidate who failed to carry his own state, reflecting on party weaknesses and electoral missteps.
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Henry Warrenson
Democratic Party
Cost of living and wage fairness for Cheyenne workers
A Cheyenne editorial urges a full, impartial study of Union Pacific wage claims tied to high living costs. It argues rents, lumber, fuel, meat, and groceries drive disparities, while flour, potatoes, and clothing remain affordable. The piece calls for merchant and property owner cooperation to resolve prices and boost shop employment.
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Union Pacific
Cheyenne
Omaha
Kansas City
Denver
Wyoming
Denver Congress Satisfies Colorado Miners
The Denver Republican notes the Denver congress result pleases Colorado miners. Leader and comment are unnecessary.
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Denver Republican
Denver Congress
Colorado
Reagan correct on Cleveland anti-silver bid for president
Ex-Senator Reagan argues that if Cleveland is nominated on an anti-silver platform he might win in Texas and Arkansas but nowhere else in the trans Mississippian region. The Denver News notes the platform will be crafted to win votes regardless of Cleveland views.
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Reagan
Cleveland
Texas
Arkansas
Denver News
Judge Belford's Stance on Arid Lands Resolutions
The Leader claims Belford backed arid land resolutions at the Denver congress, a statement denied as false. The judge favored government retention of lands and argued for congressional irrigation appropriations, delivering a fierce speech against the majority resolution after it was introduced.
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Judge Belford
Denver
Ex Senator urges GOP to confront today as prior power
Ex Senator Incatus argues the Republican party must be explicit outspoken and aggressive to regain influence, addressing current issues with the same vigor it used thirty years ago.
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Incatus
Republican Party
Silver coinage policy sparks debate on currency impact
The Leader questions Warren's plan to coin more silver, arguing the United States government coins only a small portion of domestic silver. It warns that adoption would rapidly shift silver to coinage and significantly boost currency supply.
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Warren
United States
A Brighter Outlook for Western Farmers
The piece argues improved prospects for farmers and stock raisers after years of low prices, crop failures, and capital withdrawal. It cites global production, rising demand for meat, and reduced real estate speculation as factors, predicting higher farm profits, renewed independence for rural citizens, and reforms against corporate price manipulation.
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California
The
Bee
Uni
America
Wena
Great Ocean
Tax success credited to Wyoming delegation at Denver congress
Governor Barber and J. C. Baird mobilized public interest to secure a strong Wyoming delegation, contributing to tax success at the Denver congress.
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Wyoming
Denver
Barber
J. C. Baird
Chicago Herald Attacks Denver Silver Resolution
The Chicago Herald opposes the Denver silver resolution, arguing it favors a tariff class avoritism that shuts out foreign silver and gives mine owners a home market monopoly, and noting the paper’s opposition to free coinage of silver.
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Chicago Herald
Denver
Obuko
Warren praised for uniting western delegation on silver and lands
A telegram from the western congress praises United States Senator Warren of Wyoming for persuading delegations from Louisiana Texas and Colorado to support free coinage of American silver and the cession of arid lands to western states. The note highlights his eloquence and coordination in keeping alliances intact.
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Warren
United State
Renee E. Warre
Just
Western Congress
Louisana Tion
Texas
Wyoming
Louisiana
Colorado
Prohibition Debate Cited by Tas Wyoming Derrick
Tas Wyoming Derrick argues against absolute liquor prohibition calling it foolish and noting it has failed where tried. He says temperance work is fine but total prohibition should not gain foothold in Wyoming.
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Tas
Wyoming
Derrick
Harrison lauds western men at Glenwood Springs
Presipext Harrison commends western citizens during a Glenwood Springs speech. He notes a progressive, positive class of men and recalls a time when a guard at the Missouri River kept only good men moving west.
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Harrison
Glenwood Springs
Great West
East
Missouri River
Denver Neive Continues To Voice Discontent Over Congress Refusal
The article notes Tur Denver Neive criticizing Congress for not heeding Tom Patterson's advice, continuing a pattern of discontent with federal decisions. The piece frames the dispute as a clash between Patterson's counsel and congressional action.
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Denver
Congress
Tom Patterson
Denver rivalry taints report on Senator Warren and silver
The Salt Lake Tribune notes a Denver dispatch misrepresented Senator Warren of Wyoming on silver resolutions. It argues the senator supported the measures and condemns the telegraph error and possible Colorado influence shaping the error.
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The
Salt Lake Tribune
Denver
Cona
Warren
Wyoming
Colorado
Chenne
Nou
Donever
Congress
Telegraph
Wyoming Prohibition Alliance draws editorials in Laramie
The Sundance Gazette notes the Wyoming Prohibition Alliance active in Laramie and gaining editorial attention statewide. Editors discuss temperance aims and the movement’s prospects, urging readers to consider prohibition as a constructive policy and questioning broader obligations.
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Wyom Prohibition Alliance
Laramie
Usu
Atate
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Sundance Gazette
Black Hills
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