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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1889
Page
4
Partenson’s self execution hints at fear of another trial rather than death. C. N. Potter is repeatedly tied to the constitutional convention, with his nomination likely to be well received by county Republicans.
Hon W W Corner refuses to be considered for the constitutional convention while Willis Van Deventer has similarly told Republicans of his lack of candidacy. Simon Cameron, nearing death at ninety, entered the US Senate in 1845 and served until 1877 except for four years, then became secretary of war in 1861 and minister to Russia in 1862. Progression Worcester has discovered the earth recedes from the sun, with astronomers generally agreeing it is seasonal but awaiting precise, early information. Such action would dampen the ice cream and soda water trade expectations.
Republicans consider Judge Carey W W Corlett and ex Chief Justice Fisher as suitable picks for the territorial convention. E Nagle Willis Van Devanter and ex Chief Justice Lacey are also noted. The New South warns the colored majority could threaten Republican ascendancy in the state, urging caution as racial politics persist.
The Philadelphia Press condemns a planned coal trust under construction in Pennsylvania and neighboring states. With a proposed capital of 500 million dollars, the trust would control production and prices, threatening the poorest classes with tyranny and abuse more than any other combine.
Tuk Lyre condemns continued opposition to Governor Warren and Wyoming in the Cheyenne Leader. He argues the paper should avoid partisan misuse of charges as groundless and uphold Warren’s long service to Wyoming and Cheyenne. He urges the Leader to preserve its territorial dignity and focus on unity ahead of statehood.
The New York World condemns Cronin murder in Chicago and calls for unity to hunt killers while noting organized obstruction of authorities. A circular from the Uinta county Democratic committee signals a Free Trade push to win a constitutional convention majority, contrasted with cautious hope that Laramie county avoids campaign turmoil and that capable men are nominated.
The Omaha paper endorses arbitration between the engineers and firemen and Union Pacific after twenty years of conflict. It argues a rupture would harm western business and cause widespread distress, urging acceptance of a settlement method supported by leading labor minds and public sentiment.
The Salt Lake Tribune quotes Mrs Rutherford Hayes as a rare, good woman with remarkable ability and republican simplicity. She guided the nation with quiet strength, remaining the same wife and mother before and after her White House years, leaving a lasting impact on her husband and children.
The Boston Herald published General Butler’s four column letter accusing Admiral Porter of cowardice during the New Orleans siege and detailing official records. Butler disputes Porter's claims of a letter from Gideon Welles and contends the document was based on Porter’s false report written from Pittstown on April 25. He hints at another incident to reveal to the country, health permitting.
A damaged OCR fragment presents a charged rebuke about cowardice and deceit, contrasting two items already examined. The text hints at moral judgment and a plea for deeper integrity, though surrounding context is missing. The fragment leaves the exact subjects and speaker unclear.
Territorial Republicans urge unity for statehood in Wyoming, arguing concerted action, minimal partisan politics, and a model constitution. They report Democratic colleagues were unable to join in an address, despite shared resolutions and a focus on good government.
Cheyenne Leader notes another William Ware Peck letter in the New York Times but says it is not newsworthy. The piece targets Governor Warren, focusing on fencing land bought from Union Pacific and enclosing government land. Courts upheld the enclosure, and Warren’s removal is linked to his Interior Department report criticizing land policy, not fences.
The city finance committee met Saturday afternoon at the city clerk’s office to preliminarily examine the coming tax levy. Members Hammond Hibbard and Roberts reported license receipts were $5000 less than last year, reducing about two mills on the assessment, but the levy is expected to be no greater than last year a favorable sign for the city.
One hundred thousand head of cattle have been moved over the Cheyenne and Northern during the season and shipments continue. Most are unloaded at Wendover, the road's terminus, then driven to Montana. Some herds bound for the Black Hills are unloaded at Uva and driven via Fort Laramie. Legal blanks of all kinds to sale at 6 offer.
Reliable reports from Belle Fourche Crook County and surrounding counties describe new brutal calf rustling methods. Calves are branded after the cow is roped and throat cut, with silent operations and no brazen weapon use. Other schemes involve stealing calves from tame stock and altering brands to conceal theft, while rustlers drive off calves by exploiting cow instinct, leaving owners to search in vain. Authorities admit limited power to curb the depredations, urging unity of settlers and range men before vigilante actions arise.
Mr Linton of the City News depot complains about missing Chicago and Kansas City papers for days. Papers arrive two days late at times and St Louis Sunday editions are one day late, with the depot seeking the cause, suspecting mail service inefficiency.
Congressman Dorsey and Mr. Iddings of Nebraska visit Cheyenne to study the city’s advantages and prospects. They are impressed by public and private improvements in the “Magle City” and express confidence in a prosperous future and potential real estate investments.
Late last evening it was learned that the railroads had set a single fare for round trips to the corner stone celebration. It is probable that dates and distances were arranged in a satisfactory manner.
Superintendent Pulman told Sts re presentative that ten masons were laid off as brick work shifts from Denver to Kansas City caused minor disruption. He forecast a large turn toward progress with about one hundred carpenters and many bricklayers to be hired in two weeks, a boon for local workers and the city enterprise.
The Cheyenne Capitals defeated the Longmont club 25 to 6 at Bouper Colorado. The Capitols had 27 hits while Longmont managed 15. Evers homered as Watts and Williams hit two triples. Briswell led the Capitols batting. Umpire Stickney praised as best possible. Capitols scheduled to play Fort Collins tomorrow.
WIKKED WAIFS Cincinnati reports a parade of the National German Turnerbund described as a notable affair. Chicago notes a Cronin case grand jury plan to return to proceedings. Atlanta reports Tom Woolfolk convicted of first degree murder. Philadelphia records George McCann's suicide in a cell near Mrs Whiteing. Washington announces Henry H. Lawrence and Michael E. Smith named mint assayers. Lancaster notes Cameron's night weakness and dire prognosis.
Michael Rizelo alias Red-Nosed Mike was hanged at 1 o clock for the 1888 murder of J Brainard McClure and the assault that killed Est Flanagan on a mountain road. Beverino and Vallalli escaped to Italy with $12 900. Rizelo confessed and died bravely after declining breakfast.
Wyoming Wool notes a stronger market as western reports of high prices arrive. Light weight woolens see a slight price advance supporting confidence that the market will hold. New spring Texas wools bring 20.6c and California 16-23, quality dependent. Territory sales reach 16-25 for fine and medium Utah and Wyoming wools.
Large manufacturers of queensware and china from New Jersey West Virginia and Ohio seek to form a national trust of leading pottery operators. They have been in consultation in Wheetinc for days and now await a plan to secure cooperation from all concerns in the trade.
A Mexican man identified as Senor Macks stabbed his wife in the breast, then shot her in the head. He then stabbed himself in the side and shot himself, dying almost instantly. The woman cannot recover. The report came from Ensenada, Lower California, dated June 15.
A distinguished party including Governor R A Alger and Ex Senator T C Platt arrived in Cheyenne on a west bound train. The Seventh Infantry band greeted them and local residents joined in a cordial reception. Platt and Alger spoke of a Alaska pleasure trip via Tacoma and San Francisco with a two week sea voyage.
Court convenes again this morning at Lander with Judge Corn presiding. United States Attorney Campbell and associates Willis Van Devanter and Robert Morris will leave this week to attend. Court session began at Buffalo Monday last with Judge Saufley on the bench.
Notice is given that a settler has filed intent to prove up land on a date and place to be named. The witness list includes Hawn Fatlooo, Hox Rider Go, and Palloc 0 oo. Any person who can contest must appear and present relevant facts before the Interior.
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