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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1890
Page
4
The Sun reports optimism that Wyoming will achieve statehood after the silver bill, with Delegate Carey noting strong prospects and promises from senators. It warns against lobbyist pressure in Washington and urges citizens to act without eroding trust in lawmakers.
The seating of Mr McDuffie of Alabama raises the Republican majority in the House to twenty. The initial eight majority grows as the elections committee uncovers fraud in several cases. Democrats hold 154 seats to Republicans 174, with Langston of Virginia and Miller of South Carolina to be seated to push the majority to twenty four. When seated three colored members will be in the Fifty first Congress.
The Leader warns that danger surrounds the statehood bill as events unfold. He notes only a few frothy nincompoops misread the situation, while those with clear judgment see the urgent political stakes and risks involved.
The piece argues against overreaction to Wyoming statehood prospects and criticizes Democratic rumors about Governor Warren and Delegate Carey. It urges Republicans to prove their independence in Washington while accusing rival press of spreading false reports to undermine public confidence.
A reflective essay argues some people prefer darkness to light and warns against neglecting to shed light on erring neighbors. It discusses rumors about Wyoming’s senate status versus Idaho and critiques the reliability of wire service dispatches from various bureaus and papers.
In a June 3 letter Delegate Carey reports a Senate re canvass of the Wyoming measure. He says conservative senators feared new states in the north west due to silver free coinage, but strong senators assure Wyoming will have its place immediately after the silver bill.
Washington telegrams say Wyoming's bill will be reached soon. Senator Platt's emphatic objection may force focus on the silver bill and require state bills to be taken up. Indications point to the silver bill's disposal within the week.
The report that Idaho division Superintendent Rider will be removed is denied. No action or timetable for replacement is announced by district officials. The denial leaves Rider in position pending further review or directives.
The two important changes recently made in the Union Pacific office at Omaha will lead to further shifts along the line and cause restlessness for about a month.
It was reported that actress Mary Anderson has quit the stage. She wrote to a Louisville friend that after her upcoming marriage she and her husband will move to New York to begin housekeeping, with a Madison Avenue residence already secured.
Railroads yesterday returned to their old rates, resuming the prior pricing structure after a temporary deviation. The move affects freight and passenger charges across routes, signaling a return to standard tariff levels.
The hunt for titled husbands by wealthy American women prompts Paris intrigue as Mrs Ayres, a leading heiress, receives approaches from a Polish prince and a Russian noble. Betting on who wins her millions has become a popular pastime among elite social circles.
The retirement of Mr Dickinson from the Union Pacific will be generally regretted by Wyoming citizens along the line where he is popular. He is highly regarded by the railroad’s employees as well.
William Walport Astor is described as the richest young man in the world, with wealth accumulated across four generations. Only the Duke of Portland rivals him in Great Britain, as his estates were amassed over thirty to forty generations.
The wealth of ex President Hayes is estimated at one million dollars. Rising real estate values around Toledo Ohio have pushed him into millionaire status.
A May 5 note from Vice President Holcomb asks Mr. Dickinson to resign, calling retirement advisable for the company’s best interests. Holcomb notes the relation with Dickinson has been pleasant and wishes him success, with J. O. Brinkerhoff to succeed Dickinson as Kansas Pacific division superintendent.
The piece argues that architecture has degenerated from shelter and utility to ornament and style. Barr Ferree cites Popular Science Monthly, stressing architecture as a craft limited by practical constraints, time, climate, and social customs, not mere imagination or aesthetic flourish.
The Cheyenne Board of Trade resolutions opposing the prohibitory clause of United States irrigation land laws were republished in Denver morning papers. The Republican endorsed that the Denver Chamber of Commerce adopt similar measures.
The passage urges exact compliance with census enumerators and to provide the name of everyone on the premises. It emphasizes that arguing about questions is a waste of time and that supplying full names is the main duty.
Senate approved early disposal of the silver bill clarifying delays were for reasons other than Wyoming. A vote is expected next Friday night. Washington reports House silver bill will be reported today and likely adopted as a compromise. Wyoming to be proclaimed as the forty third state by week’s end with little debate expected.
Colorado Senator Tever rejects a circulating report asserting he is a wealthy man. He calls the claim unfounded and says his finances are transparent and modest.
Ex governor S B Axtell says New Mexico could have gained statehood this session if its constitution had been submitted to voters. He criticizes a convention drafted document not by congressional law, party bias, and lack of broad Democratic support, calling it a drag to the cause.
The piece ridicules a morning newspaper’s zeal for statehood and quips that the U S Senate would halt business until Leader’s views are heard. It reflects partisan tone and asks readers to question the paper’s motives and timing.
The city of Cheyenne sees rapid growth with new dwellings full and influxes of families. Census teams report large households, Newcastle reaching about 1500, Laramie and Uinta counties expanding, and multiple rail projects employing over 100 workers as towns rise, suggesting earlier estimates will be surpassed.
The Laramie board of trade names W. H. Holliday as president and H. L. Mitchell and Wm. H. Thomas as vice presidents with Geo. W. Fox serving as treasurer. The board will back the Mannector originated opera house project.
The tax senate drafts an amendment to lessen Union Pacific payments for the first decade with later larger sums to aid improvements along the railroad. The move stems from reduced net earnings amid increased competition. Central Pacific would receive even larger concessions due to poorer earnings.
The York Herald accuses western papers of partisan bias as Wyoming and Idaho seek admission. Eastern lawmakers, including Senator Platt and Congressman Baker, are praised for loyalty to the cause. Southerners oppose, while western democrats and silver supporters like West and Springer are strong adversaries. The anti silver bloc is praised as Wyoming’s true ally.
In a feature on tax policy the Wana maker recommends competitive telegraph networks handling business while post offices merely deliver messages. He also calls for a general manager of the post office department with a ten year term and a $10000 yearly salary.
Cnamieg Duviny Warnex states the difference between faith cure and mind cure. He notes that mind cure requires no faith while faith cure requires no mind. The remark highlights the philosophical divide in healing approaches.
The piece notes Laramuz has abundant pure water from mountain springs and a nearby river but warns the town uses an old rotten main half the required size drawing from a pond polluted by decaying vegetation and fish and musk rat offal, risking supply.
Professor R H Thurston predicts electric motors will soon appear in every house where mechanical work is done. He argues such devices will reduce the need for women to travel to shops and factories for work.
An assertion that the Wyoming bill would be talked to death in the senate rests on a single New York era statement, lacking independent foundation or corroboration.
The Logan lot addition to the city has been platted and will go on the market about June 10. G A Lonsbery handles the tract and has sold $5,000 worth of lots. Summer homes will be built with a deed stipulation that no residence costs less than $1,000. The site overlooks the city and Lake Minnehaha, offering expansive views.
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