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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1890
Page
1
In a Few Days I Will Begin to Pack My Goods For My New Store in Salt Lake City, I Will Sell My Goods Here Regardless of Cost. Call at Once to Secure Goods, Stock Large and Prices Slashed By At Least Fifty Percent. Largest Winter and Spring Cloaks Wraps Jackets Linen Hosiery Gloves Dress Goods Silk and More. Store Will Close When Packing Begins.
Washington March 11 The House moved to immediate consideration of the Wyoming statehood bill amid Democratic opposition led by Mr Springer who charged bad faith from Baker of Illinois while Perkins of Kansas aided the move The debate ended with adjournment as the minority sought time for amendments and the bill went to the committee of the whole
The House amended a Senate concurrent resolution to broaden immigration inquiry to include foreign purchase of American industry. it passed without action. Florida seeks a $1 per box duty on foreign oranges. A joint resolution proposes direct election of senators. An interior report is sought on Indian lottery authorization. Other items include corrections to a report and public building bills advancing in Wyoming territory context.
The house moved to consider the Wyoming state admission bill after Springer opposed the request, with the vote narrowing along party lines. The action signals immediate consideration amid partisan division within the chamber.
In St Louis on March 11 Emile Thomas who won a special election to be city marshal took possession of the office from incumbent Martin Neiser who failed to qualify due to legal disabilities Neiser challenges the legality of the special election and refuses to surrender as the conflict continues.
London report describes Elizabeth Vincent's murder trial at Richmond over an alleged attempted murder of Lewis Henry Isaacs. Isaacs testified the signed document admitting seduction by violence led to the shooting. jurors found Miss Vincent not guilty. Separately in Cleveland, baseball league actions set the season start, prize fund, umpire rules, and contract for balls.
March 11 Burrato inquest reveals air couplings broke at Dunmark. Conductor Houtalling said he moved ahead without an air brake for the last six coaches to avoid delay. He admitted automatic brakes would have halted the train if the connection had held. Engineer Moor noted proper braking would have kept the two sections from drifting apart.
Charleston Missouri faces severe flooding after Bird's Point levee failure near Cairo. The city is largely submerged with farmers and stock sheltering on mounds. Rail lines at Bird's Point and Cotton Belt were abandoned as trains moved to St. Louis.
Andrew Houk, a gambler described as a worthless character, shot Mrs. Kittle Bowers this afternoon and then killed himself. He was in love with her, but she did not return his feelings.
Fort Scott Kansas March 11 Judge McComas who signed the warrant for John Browns execution died today aged 74 He was lieutenant governor of Virginia when Brown was hanged and the warrant signing fell to him in Governor Wises absence
Charles Rykert Conservative MP faces accusations of abusing his position to gain timber limits in the northwest and profit from sales. Sir Richard Cartwright seeks inquiry, the government moves to adjourn, and the debate will resume later this session.
Ex congressman W Preston Taulbee of Kentucky dies at Providence Hospital after being shot in the Capitol. Autopsy to locate the ball and trace wound progress. Suspect Charles E Kincaid remains in custody with uncertain fate as trial looms.
A breach of promise suit for 100 dollars was filed today against Louis C. Wachsmuth senior partner of L C Wachsmuth and Co wholesale clothiers. Plaintiff Miss Jennie M Paul brunette 25 daughter of the late A W Paul lumber merchant. Attorney will not disclose details until the case.
About 1,500 delegates from cattle breeding and maturing states and territories gather for the convention in Fort Worth. The Northwest Texas Cattlemen's Range Association held a brief morning session with no general business conducted. Ex-Governor Hoadly of New Mexico is named temporary chairman as committees are appointed and the meeting adjourns until tomorrow.
The Mississippi flood situation shows cautious optimism with efforts likely succeeding to stop the crevasse near Arkansas City. River levels are low from St Louis to Cairo though rain continues across the Mississippi valley.
A serious accident disrupted a fencing match between Miss Jagerman and Miss Scherr at Eden Musee. A broken mask exposed the forehead as Jagerman struck, drawing a gash with blood spurting. Dr. Labadie treated the wound with stitches, noting deeper severity could have proven fatal.
Boston March 11. A proposed constitutional amendment suppressing public funds for private religious schools has been drawn up by W A Butler of New York with ex Governor Long of Massachusetts. Petitions will be distributed nationwide with a preamble advocating non union of church and state.
The president sent to the Senate the nomination of Lieutenant Colonel William Smith to be general with the rank of brigadier general. The nominee serves as Paymaster General Wassixnoron. The announcement was made on March 11.
The firm advertises its stock of crockery glassware and related items at the lowest prices, inviting shoppers to visit the F. E. Warren Mercantile company for bargains.
A line of gold and silver side combs bangle bracelets bead necklaces hair ornaments and key chains with clasp details has been displayed for sale by Zehner Bouchner &.
All parties indebted to Bryant and Bon file will find W. L. Bryant at EB RK Hurd's lumber yard to settle accounts with him Buvant and Bowvis.
Hungarian politics see Szapary succeed Tisza as prime minister while Atchison reports February rise of 425000 dollars. Obituaries note Revered Cowles of Oberlin College dies at 85. NYC court convicts James Slocum for murder. penitentiary sentence deferred. Pan American talks discuss aiding Gulf trade lanes. Fire at Mars colliery worsens with 100 feared dead. Celebrity bouts: Jim Dennard vs Jack Lyman draw over 4000 purse. Lisbon dissolves municipal government. a commission to govern pending reforms. Justice awards Mrs Storrs divorce on cruelty and drunkenness. Kansas bank assets 71000, liabilities 33000. Dallas jewel theft yields $5000 in rings.
Philadelphia businessman G W Childs keeps a chest of fine teacups in the Ledger Building and presents one to distinguished visitors. Actress Elsie Leslie visited with her mother and Dora Leslie and, impressed by the office, quipped that Childs looked younger than she imagined. He surprised her by giving two teacups instead of one.
A Times piece notes George Kennan benefits from a wife who devotes her time to his work. She manages manuscript copying, translating Russian pieces, handling receipts, and overseeing investments. The portrayal emphasizes her capable, businesslike nature and personal appeal.
Antrim New Hampshire with population 1300 notes a group of twenty nine elderly residents including twenty one women. G W Brown specializes in repairing and adjusting complicated watches in the community.
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