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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1890
Page
11
The Cheyenne board of trade invited Hon A. M. York to lecture at the opera house and convene a mass meeting Wednesday next March 12. Real estate delegates from abroad and Interior land syndicate members attended, promising strong turnout and enhanced civic interest.
Local merchants contend with foreign and domestic advertising schemes that flood Cheyenne newspapers with circulars and pamphlets. They argue these schemes reduce revenue and undermine home publications, leaving local papers discouraging profits.
Plans for a new Green River depot costing 22000 have been approved and construction will start when weather allows. The two story building will serve the Union Pacific Oregon Short Line junction with a reading room hall and facilities for railroad employees. Ice tally reaches 20000 tons this season. Contractor R B Horrie to erect seven Totman houses at 700 each. Episcopals plan a new church near the court house. Union Pacific to enlarge the round house. Snowmelt reduces anticipated cattle and sheep losses.
Thomas J. Fisher long known as proprietor of the Fisher hotel in this city died in Ogden on Tuesday at about age 65. He came to Wyoming in 1871 and later ran ranching on the Laramie plains before moving to Green River to operate a Union Pacific line hotel. He leaves a wife and one son and was famed for his genial disposition and wide circle of friends.
A heated discussion on a poll tax bill triggers a mock historical resolution. Representative Adams introduces a tongue in cheek statement crediting Sheridan county’s member for a mythic discovery about Roman tax failures.
The proposal seeks to erect a territorial hospital at Rock Springs with a levy of one dollar per thousand of assessed valuation of the territory to cover the project cost.
Serious loss reported of a valuable mineral collection gathered by Prof. Ricketts with voluntary aid from many regions. It included precious minerals, coals, oils, marbles, iron, copper and tin ores, natural sodas, gypsum, clays and more. The theft occurred from storage on the grounds. no known recovery steps or appropriation exists, and a prior cabinet of specimens burned.
James O'Neill, in Fechter's adaptation of Dumas's Monte Cristo, headlines the opera house show with a strong supporting cast, new scenery by D. W. Hughes, and period costumes. O'Neill's Edmond Dantes and Count of Monte Cristo roles promise dramatic contrast and gripping vengeance.
Two U S senators Senator Voorhees and Senator West travel to Hot Springs Arkansas and rough it in a cabin. After a long night they are told a dog named after Gus Garland guards the room and they may not harm it. The host praises Garland as a great man and the senators stay peacefully.
A fracas erupted after a senate committee hearing on the weekly payment of wages bill. Carsey of New York claimed to represent the union labor party and clashed with Senator Roach over his representation. Curtie Danham of the New York World was struck as the crowd dispersed.
Washington March 5. The president approved agreements with several bands of Chippewa Indians in Minnesota under the January 4, 1884 act. Four million acres are ceded to the government. Interior Department issues proclamations guiding remaining unsettled portions and warns tribes not to trespass on ceded lands.
The House resumed the Featherstone versus Cate contest with Featherstone seated after a tight vote. Arguments cited fair access for Black voters and opposition to fraudulent ballots as the session ended with Featherstone sworn in and the chamber adjourned.
Peter Jackson in charge of Parson Davies faced Gus Lambert in a chaotic four round bout in Troy New York. Lambert hugged Jackson repeatedly and the crowd roared as Ashton and others intervened. Jackson later challenged Lambert to a finish fight with a prize range from five hundred ninety to five thousand dollars.
A benefit for Jack Fallon in Williamsburg drew Peter Jackson and Jack Ashton. Fallon quitely boasted of knockouts and clashed with Ashton causing a near riot until police intervened. Jackson then overwhelmed Fallon with rapid blows and a hard right to Fallon’s neck. the round ended with Fallon reevaluating his plan.
A fragmentary OCR line hints at a dramatic shift or reversal, suggesting a situation where plans or standings have been upended. The readable portion points to a metaphor about being knocked into a cocked hat, implying confusion or reversal without specific names or places.
The North Dakota Senate heard Attorney General Goodwin describe various methods to compel witnesses, noting ancient rack torture and facing sharp criticism from several senators. A resolution censuring Barlow and Dodds and removing Dodds as president pro tem was adopted as debate over a newspaper agent bill resurfaced.
After 11 o'clock President Thurston opened proceedings with prayer by Rev. Derrick of New York. Telegrams and letters from President Harrison and others were read. Harrison praised the party's history and promised stout champions in debate. The group toured to the state house for a reception by the governor and legislature. Dixie played as the league entered the capitol, greeted by Speaker Clapp and Governor Taylor. Thurston spoke in reply.
At Jefferson City reports claim State Treasurer Noland is short over thirty thousand dollars. Governor Francis, returning from New York, assumed control of the treasurer’s office as bondsmen moved to hush the matter while preserving legality. The dispute over how to cover the deficit leads to an expected public exposure.
Walker of Massachusetts urges bi metal effort to fix price ratio at 1873, supporting treasury bill with minimal risk while opposing the senate bill which he says departs from all experience. He notes broad public desire to align silver and gold values.
In New York on March, Mary E. Flack wife of Sheriff Flack apparently aided by her son and father in law to help escape the consequences of a celebrated conspiracy. Sheriff Flack reportedly sought reconciliation with her and a compromise appears to have been reached.
General Howard urged letting General Crook speak before the House committee on Indian affairs about moving the Apache from Mount Vernon to Fort Sill or Kerokee lands. The panel noted it will not take sides in Crook Miles feuds and will weigh Crook and Miles inputs, aiming for the Indians' best outcome.
A congressional discussion weighs the good of the Indians against the fears of settlers in Arizona and New Mexico. Opposing views cite the safety settlers now enjoy after Apache removals, while Old Mexico objects to moving tribes to Fort Sill. The committee has not yet decided on action.
Fireman Walker testifies that Commander McCalla attacked him with a sword after a drunkenness accusation and had him repeatedly doused with salt water. Walker says he was chained to a gun, beaten, and finally forced to desert to avoid investigation as the Enterprise sailed. He claims McCalla hid payments owed to him at each port.
A severe snowslide five miles east of Wheeler Colorado on the High Line division of the South Park railroad derailed a westbound passenger train. Roadmaster P Dobbins was swept away by the avalanche and carried thousands of feet, but he escaped with a badly sprained knee. The snow buried the mail car and four engines, extinguishing fires. mail agent George Roberts baggage master N Mason and Fireman Culbertson suffered burns but survived after extraction.
A Boston Herald feature details Supreme Court gown design from yoke to sleeves. It notes the standard wide straight widths, three arcs at the hem, silk linings, and a distinctive puffed sleeve style. The chief justice wears a new gown when a president is sworn in, funded by a longtime gownmaker who charges about $100 per garment.
Washington March 6 The senate committee on military affairs ordered a favorable report on a bill to reimburse California Nevada and Oregon for expenses in suppressing the rebellion. The bill covers interest paid on loans and aims to repay amounts already incurred.
Hurchell is remanded for seven days at Welland jail after an Eastwood station sighting and mud stained trousers. Mrs Burchell also remanded for seven days amid attorney general involvement. The court notes police surveillance and possible bail discussions while she is described as possibly innocent and duped in marriage.
Emma Juch's grand opera company received an $8 000 guarantee for three nights in Butte and posted receipts over $9 000. The troupe is listed again here on the 22nd with a $1 500 guarantee.
Non resident Addie J Rodgers of Salt Lake City Utah Territory is notified that Charles W Rodgers filed in the district court of the first judicial district of Wyoming Territory a petition to dissolve their marriage. Answer due by March 18 1890. Clerk Frank H Clark. Attorney W P Carroll. January 36 1890.
The probate court of Laramie county Wyoming orders the administrator Percy S. Hoyt to sell at public auction the west half of the northeast quarter and lots seven and eight in section eleven township twenty six north range sixty five west at Cheyenne city hall steps on March 14 1890 at 2 PM for cash to the highest bidder.
Territorial notice to Joseph Burger warns of attachment on his property for a $125 debt to Samuel Lesem plus interest from May 23, 1889 and 10 percent attorney fees. George H. Boswell will hear the case in Ava county on March 27, 1890 at 2 PM. failure to appear risks judgment and sale of property.
Notice to publish that Archer Wilkinson of Archer Wyoming filed for final proof to establish his claim on the north half of the southeast quarter and the northeast quarter of section 10 township 17 north range west. Proof will be given April 19 before the Wyoming register. Witnesses: Jonas Laycock John Eubanks James Kirk Alexander Kirkride E. P. Champion Register.
Lanp Office Cheyenne Wyoming February 10 1890 notice of intention to make final proof before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming March 10 1890 for the homestead 765 in section 32 township 14 range 60 west name William J Rutledge Bluffs Wyoming and claimants Pierce Albert Gerber Mrs Al Tracy Pine Bluffs Wyoming and Thomas Egbert Wyoming all reside and cultivate the land for continuous residence and settlement under the homestead law of the United States with register C Cuampiin
Land Office at Chapenne Wyoming February 1890 Notice given that a named settler seeks to prove residence and cultivation of land in Township 18 Range 4 West South Bend area before the Register and Receiver at Mycajah April 9 1890. Names Gurney William Ly and others to prove continuous residence and cultivation of the land in section 19.
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