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Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1890

Page

4

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Leader’s Malice Criticized Over Governor Office Costs

The Leader misstates governor office expenditures claiming $3,597.25 spent for four years. The piece counters that only a fraction has ever been spent since statehood, and accuses the paper’s editors of falsehoods about Governor Warren. It notes Cheyenne rates, cattlemen’s convention in Ft Worth, and Wyoming’s delegation to the meeting.

Leader Warren Cattlemen’s Convention Ft. Worth Chicago Wyoming Fort Worth

Pettigrew Group Applies to Start First National Bank Sundance

Todd M. Pettigrew and associates apply to the Comptroller of the Currency for authority to organize a new First National Bank in Sundance Wyoming.

Comptroller of the Currency Todd M. Pettigrew First National Bank Sundance Wyoming

Stanford Proposes Finance Reform To Aid Farmers

Telegraphic summary of Senator Stanford's speech and his new finance reform resolution. The philanthropist has given twenty million dollars to a California university, the largest single bequest to date. The plan aims to loosen the unjust financial system, though it will likely face strong opposition. Farmers, tilters of the soil, may welcome the proposal as relief from money leaders, railway firms, and grain syndicates.

Stanford California University

Rum poor Indian whipped in six rounds at Ashland

A full blooded red man, on Friday, defeated Mike Bran non in six rounds at Ashland Wisconsin. The piece comments on introducing baseball to the Sioux as a potential benefiit to the tribe.

Mike Brannon Ashland Wisconsin

Wyoming Statehood Bill Prompts Careful Legislative Action

There are enemies of Wyoming who would cry doodle legislature again. The pending bill for Wyoming's admission as a state demands prudent, economical action by the legislature, weighing all circumstances.

Wyoming

Statehood Movement Makes Gains Amid Legislative Hurdles

The push for statehood advances with solid momentum, while experts warn that only legislative blunders could jeopardize progress and stall reform.

The Sun Advocates Fair Statehood Opportunity

The Sun argues for timely building appropriations and larger measures, urging statehood for the new territory. It calls for a fair chance before the people and nation, warning against a status like Nevada or Dakota that would spoil ambitious hopes for other territories.

Nevada Dakota

Stanford Resolution Proposes Government Real Estate Loans

Senator Stanford of California advances a plan to base the currency on the nation’s landed wealth. He will introduce a Senate resolution directing the finance committee to inquire whether government loans on real estate could be issued at a low rate, 1 to 2 percent, with the option for the government to recall portions of its loans as needed.

Stanford California Senate Finance Committee

Questioning Capitol Governance and Call for Office Removal

The writer questions why the Leader would not remove tenant Warren at the capitol and criticizes the capitol commissioners for lack of action. With Johnny Carroll now in charge, the author expects an early removal of the executive office.

Warren Capitol Johnny Carroll

Republicans Criticize Statehood Push and Tax Forecasts

The Republican party is blamed for the statehood movement. Leaders claim taxes would not rise under state government. If taxes rise or revenues fall short, the party will be held responsible. It argues for restraint on unnecessary appropriations.

Republican Party

Albany council bill targets half mill tax for university

A council introduction yesterday sought to revoke the half mill tax for university maintenance triggering a ruckus in the Albany county delegation. The $5,000 appropriation for the university was defeated by a 9 to 2 vote.

Albany County

Democrats Patiently Misjudge Appointment Power

The Leader boasted that democrats hold the whip hand in appointments. Some democrats, it notes, labor under this delusion but will be cured of it within a week.

Wyoming Constitution Sets County Salaries Upon Statebirth

The enacted measures cutting county official salaries won’t take effect this year leaving no county expense cuts until 1891. Meanwhile Wyoming will form as a state with a constitution that fixes county officer salaries.

Wyoming

Tax Leader Rehashes Contingent Fund Allegations

The piece accuses the Tax Leader of reviving the governor's contingent fund controversy from four years ago. It argues the story is inflated and misleading, and that only those already biased would press the issue once facts are clarified.

Election bill passes both houses with minor amendments

The bill, amended in minor ways, clears both houses unanimously and heads to the governor for final action. No major changes are expected, with expectations of swift enactment once the governor signs.

Democratic Strategy and Council Partisanship Outcome

The council confirmed two Democrats and rejected two Republicans amid a charged, partisan clash. The piece accuses a group of imported Democrats and wire pullers of coercing the council while noting Auditor Grant’s switch to the Democratic Party after a six month probation, condemning the move as opportunistic.

Council Grant Moonlight Democratic Party Democrats

Whitewashing of City Council Coverage Noted in Thin Draft

A skimpy council report draws scrutiny for presenting a sanitized view of municipal actions. Critics say essential context and dissenting voices are missing, leaving readers with a limited understanding of governance and decision dynamics.

Wyoming Joins the Union In Senate Action

Speaker Reed helps defeat a filibuster on Wyoming admission as Democrats oppose the measure and Republicans prevail. The bill moves to passage this week and a proclamation by Benjamin Harrison will welcome Wyoming into statehood joining the sisterhood of states.

Reed

Reduced Cheyenne Denver Pueblo fares to Chicago

Reduced passenger rate to Chicago takes effect this morning. Tickets from Cheyenne Denver and Pueblo to Chicago are set at fifteen dollars, with the same low rate applying from these origins.

Chicago Cheyenne Denver Pueblo

Great American Hold- Over Termed by Judge Cornface

The phrase Great American Hold-Over describes a continuous auditor as dubbed by Judge Cornface. The comment labels the ongoing practice with a notable nickname and sets a tone of rhetorical critique.

Judge Corn

Bill to empower territorial governors to remove officials

A bill before Congress would authorize territorial governors to remove officials and make appointments as the public interest requires. Leaders warn the measure could disrupt Wyoming territory politics if enacted within ten days. The Wyoming public supports the law if passed.

Congress Wyoming Wyoming Territory

Council blocks probate transfer harming public interests

In opposing the bill moving probate business to the district court the council risks public stakes and undermines efficiency. The move would shift handling of wills estates and related filings, affecting residents and local administration.

Unanimous House Passes New Criminal Code

The house passed the new criminal code unanimously. It is praised as an improvement over the old patchwork code and expected to simplify justice and cut criminal trial costs by at least twenty five percent. It also provides adequate treatment for crimes recalled by the old code.

Council committee rejects Niobrara county bill

In a committee of the whole session yesterday the council recommended that the bill to create Niobrara county do not pass by a very decided vote.

Niobrara County

Ogden Eyes 10 Percent City Indebtedness Boost

Senator Platt reports favorably on a bill permitting Ogden Utah to raise debt totaling ten percent of the city property tax base. The funds would finance street and other improvements to boost the city’s growth and prospects.

Platt Ogden Utah

Street Syndicate to Close In Days

Report says a 7 by 9 democratic syndicate active on street corners will cease operations within a few days, signaling an imminent shut down and orderly exit from public view.

Leader’s Silence on Inquiries About 1886 88 Legislatures Charges

The Leader maintains a studied silence as inquiries by Tax Sun and 7riébwine seek itemized charges. The request demands a bill detailing the seventeen hundred thousand dollars appropriated by the 1886 and 1888 legislatures.

Tax Sun 7Riébwine

Wuar and the $5,000 rebate chase by the auditor

The piece questions the status of a $5,000 rebate targeted by the auditor. It hints at scrutiny of a white-washed official and the outcome remains unclear in the readable text.

Wuar

Leader Attacks Crimes Act in Bitter Editorial

The Leader, in harsh mood, launches a fierce broadside against the Crimes Act. It contends the law is flawed and warns that rogue elements despise justice, arguing critics see the act as overreaching while defending order.

Eer

Territorial Power Play Prompts Executive Department Tension

The council claims control over territorial appointments and assumes executive functions, a move described as untenable and destabilizing to the government structure. The clash highlights constitutional questions and power balance between local councils and the executive branch.

Council

Hold Office, Apply to Cheyenne Democratic Trust

A fragment urges residents to file for an office by submitting applications to the Cheyenne Democratic Trust, implying an organized path for political candidacy.

The Cheyenne Democratic Trust

Council Action Questioned by Sharp Party Critics

Democratic majority move by the council drew criticism from wiser party members who predict it will prove disastrous to their interests and harm the party's standing.

Tax Sun Plans Revisions After Legislative Session

The Tax Sun plans to revise its legislative sketches once the current session ends. Officials say adjustments will reflect new policies and fiscal considerations discussed during the term.

Tax Sun

Social features of Pernambuco and racial attitudes in Brazil

The article surveys Brazil's mixed-race society noting that full-blooded and mixed-race individuals hold clerical, administrative, and mercantile roles and may dress like whites. It argues social exclusion separates laboring blacks from educated blacks, while at a Protestant wedding the couple’s attire and social mixing are cited as evidence that race is less divisive there than in America.

Brasil Brazil America

Fragmented Health Insight From The Sanitarian

The piece argues youth view vigor as a luxury and urges restraint among the young. It likens energy to a bird in flight and a dog chasing meadows, warning against wasteful excess and stressing educated care for life and health.

Montana senatorship likely delayed amid committee findings

Washington March 8 The senate committee on privileges and elections after a long session found the Montana house legally seated with certificates of election and recognized by the previous senate. A full report, including both law and facts, will come later and may delay a vote for weeks. Turpie argues no election has been completed and urges remittance to Montana for action. Windom acts under attorney-general opinion on Pacific railroad bonds.

Montana Washmpton Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections Coimnioas House of Montana Senate Turpie Pacific Rasirean Bonds Washinoton March Windom Pacific Rail Anking

Oklahoma boomers rush Cherokee outlet as colonists plot invasion

Oklahoma reports say hundreds of prairie schooners head toward Cherokee outlet while boomers claim claims moving from Iowa. Indian police under Chief Mayes' orders face an overwhelmed defense and a possible April 20 invasion by colonists.

St. Louis Oklahoma Territory Lowa Mayes Coloniets

Funeral for Hon. George H Pendleton in Cincinnati

The March 8 funeral at Christchurch for Hon. George H. Pendleton drew family and friends. A Governor Campbell led a procession from the First Ohio National Guard to Music Hall then to Spring Grove Cemetery for interment. Ex-President Hayes and other dignitaries attended, with civic and foreign officials in line.

George Buckner Kentucky Hayes Foraker Cox Noyes Bishop Taft Lyon Sooreee Newport Music Hall Cincinnati Pendleton Spring Grove Cometry

Accidental Cable Injury In Beaver Denven Colo

A laborer near Beaver Denven Colorado suffered a severe leg injury while working on a city cable line. The moving cable severed his leg below the knee before it could be stopped. Power house workers halted engines after twenty minutes to rescue him, and bystanders restrained the man from being dragged into the machinery.

Beaver Denven Colo

Adams says no Western presidents meeting yet called

President Adams of the Union Pacific states no meeting of Western presidents has been scheduled and he is not ready to specify how the company will respond to related questions.

Adams Union Pacific

Mystery in Bennet trap tragedy deepens

In Princeton on March 8 an inquest reopened into the Bennet trap case. Neville H Pickthal, a young Englishman missing since February, was last seen in Niagara Falls after meeting the Burchells in New York. Investigators pursue clues about enticement, a $1000 mortgage, and possible multiple victims as the Burchells’ connection to Benwell and Birchell is examined.

Neville H. Piekthal Hove Niagara Falls New York Feninn Burchell Burchells Pickthal Princeton Berwell Pelly Penne Benwell Birc Biche

Deed at 198 Years of Age Records in Family Possession

Matilda Ruby died in Rawrick Kentucky yesterday aged 123 years. Her age is authenticated by the family and recorded in their possession.

Louisvile Matilda Ruby Rawrick

Plot to Assassinate Czar Deepens in Berlin

A partially readable Berlin dispatch claims a letter to the Czar warns of an imminent plot to kill Emperor Alexander II. The note alleges Nihilist pressure and a planned date of March 8 with celebrations marking the murder attempt.

Lompon Pavice Moskow Cearine Czarewich Berlin Alexander II Alexander

Linemen Strike Over Pay Demand In Omanma

About 125 city linemen walked off the job last night in Omanma to press for higher wages. The walkout is supported by the Union Order representing linemen from the electric light company and other lines of utility workers seeking a raise.

Omanma Electric Light Company Ulan Pacific and Telephone Eg Mag

Senator Proposes Government Money as Fuel for Economy

A Washington report outlines a senator's plan to issue government bonds and lend money to farmers without interest to stimulate production and employment. The proposal argues government credit would activate labor, boost farm value, and keep resources in constant circulation to support industry and peace.

Ashington One Joané Eres

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