Cheyenne and Northern extension grading to begin soon
Subcontractors led by Eugene Mack arrive with about thirty teams en route from Crook County to Wendover to start five miles of grading where the Platte rises near Diamond Ranch. Kilpatrick Bros push northern line progress toward Bridger’s Ferry as Hartville spur work starts in tandem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne and Northern
Eugene Mack
Kilpatrick Bros
Sun
Wendover
Crook County
Platte
Horse Shoe Creek
Diamond Ranch
Bob Walker
Mack
Newcastle
Nebraska
Desert Land Patents List From Cheyenne Office March 20 1890
Desert land patents awarded at the Cheyenne land office on March 20 1890 include recipients from Laramie Albany Carbon and Converse counties. Named patentees are Mary Moyer Ella O Hay John A McIiregor Frank P Muzzy James Carroll David Lannen Mary A White head William S Taylor Mowry A Arnold Allen Proctor Oliver M Rice Harvey Williams William J Bird John H Douglas-Willan Michael Carroll Joshua M Brown George Mandel Rudolph Henke William H Germain Philip H Bath Charles Herbertz Robert Marsh Henry A Kirk George Ferris Guy H Nichols William E Meason William E Tikton Stephen H Gay and Frank Earnest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne Land Office
Mary Moyer
Ella O. Hay
John A. McIiregor
Frank P. Muzzy
James Carroll
David Lannen
Williams. Taylor
Mowry A. Arnold
Laramie County
William J. Bird
John H. Douglas- Willan
Michael Carroll
Joshua M. Brown
George Mandel
Rudolph Henke
William H Germain
Philip H. Bath
Charles Herbertz
Robert Marsh
Albany County
Henry A. Kirk
George Ferris
Guy H. Nichols
William E. Meason
William E. Tikton
Stephen H. Gay
Frank Earnest
Carbon County
Allen Proctor
Oliver M. Rice
Harvey Williams
Converse County
Rock Springs Emerges as Largest Coal Town in the West
Denver Republican correspondent notes Rock Springs as the west's largest coal mining town. It highlights its booming industry and rapid growth, describing a bustling community built around coal production and labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Springs
Denver Republican
What a Hostess Wants in Dinner Etiquette
A fragmented advice column notes strict dining rules for hostesses. It urges avoiding tepid oysters and overstarched napery, warns against questionable bread and service, and stresses restraint in asking guests to choose cream. It praises the art of courteous, discreet hosting and the importance of a poised, well ordered table.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Sun
Butter from coconuts spreads in Germany market
Cocoa Hutter notes extensive coconut milk butter production in Germany. The product is described as mild in taste and odor with a whirled color and absence of acids. Report cites New York liner reporting a murder of Is wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Easant
New York
Inis
G A R Sociable Plans Cheyenne Visit Of Alger Logan Party
The G A R semi monthly social drew a large crowd at the hall. Speeches and music opened the event led by Colonel O Brien with Rev Bright and Judge O Connor speaking. Mrs Furness gave a fine recitation and Mr Inman played the organ. A lunch followed and General T M Fisher announced plans to invite General Alger and Mrs John A Logan to Cheyenne with Reynolds post arranging committees appointed by Governor Warren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel O’brien
Bright
O'Brien
T. M. Fisher
Alger
John A. Logan
Denver
Cheyenne
Reynolds Post
Mia
Logan
Warren
Garrity
Roach
Seventeenth Infantry
W. P. Carroll
General Crook Dies in Washington at 61
Major General George Crook, commander of the department of the Missouri, died at the Grand Pacific hotel at 7 15 am of heart failure. He had shown no warning and collapsed while dressing. Funeral plans favor Oakland or Arlington Cemetery with services Sunday. General Sherman paid tribute praising Crook's mastery with Indians and dependable service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curiaco
George Crook
Department of the Missouri
Grand Pacific Hotel
Army Headquarters
Hurlburt
Hurlbut
Ersiukimortie
Randall
General Crook
Ci Aan
Oakland
Arlin
Washi 'K
Crook
War Department
Proctor
Washington
Army
Sherman
New York
W. T. Sherman
Associated Press
United States
Second Cavalry
Alabama
New Cattle Tariff Widens Across Panhandle Regions
The Fort Worth and Union Pacific filed a joint tariff for range cattle in train loads effective immediately. It covers all points on the Panhandle and Union Pacific lines in Wyoming. Rates vary by destination with Fort Worth to Wend over 85 dollars and to Granger about 105 dollars. The schedule adds ten percent on palace stable car shipments and sets horses’ rate 12.20 higher per car. The tariff also lists rules for southern cattle admission into New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Union Pacific
Panhandle
Wyoming
Pravenue
Wendover
Rawlins
K Springs
Granger
Palace Stable
N. M
Cheyenne
New Mexico
Colorado
Montana
Nebraska
Denver
Advice to Dyspeptics on Diet and Health
The article argues for focusing on individual needs over blanket rules and emphasizes exercise as essential. It warns against sugar starches and fatty foods, advocates a diet of wheat milk vegetables whole fruits and lean meat, and notes that inflammatory foods and overfeeding can harm digestion and overall health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.Y. Ledg
Nothmore
The Science of Popcorn Describes Grain Interior Change
The text explains how starch in popcorn grains is softened by heat and moisture, turning to a pasty state with water. As temperature rises, moisture leaves granules, starch becomes steam and expands, causing vesicles to rupture and the kernel to puff into popcorn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isholat
Hayes Pays Tribute at General Creek Funeral in Chicago
Ex president Hayes travels to Chicago for General Creek funeral services. He praises the late commander’s character and leadership during the war, noting Crook was regarded as a brother by officers and men for his fair conduct and equal treatment of all ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayes
General Creek
Faumont
Ohio
Chicago
General Hayes
Crook
Imar
General Crook praised for humane Indian campaigns and reforms
General Hayes lauds General Crook for humane policies toward Native Americans. He credits Crook with practical measures that uplift the red man, praising steadfast discipline and the side of the weak. Hayes says Crook deserves a wreath for wartime heroism and peacetime uplift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crook
Hayes
Ted
Real Estate Boom Eyes Cheyenne Iron Field Growth
In Cheyenne a real estate boom forms as Hartville spur to the Iron mines spurs construction and settlers. Keefe and Riner plan ten cottages on block 498 near shops for rental or sale on instalments. A. D. Kelley to build on vacant property, with several deals pending and a sale of lot 5, block 258 to Mrs. Carrie F. Munroe for $1,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun
Tae Sun
Hartville
Cheyenne
Northwest
Iron Fields
Riner
Keefe
A. D. Kelley
Keefe & Riner
Messrs
Thz Sun
A. Gilchrist
Carrie F. Munroe
Denver Investors Drive Big Cheyenne Real Estate Deals
Mr C H K Smith reports active Cheyenne realty with a $250000 deal closed before his return. Denver buyers acquire 640 acres and a 1000 acre tract with T B Hicks J K Jeffry syndicate. Prices double in a week as east, Utah and California capital pours in. Union Pacific shops to employ 600. opening in about ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Cheyenne
C. H. K. Smith
T. B. Hicks
J- K. Jeffry
Mr. Smith
Utah
California
Capitol Hill
City to Cheyenne Excursion Earns High Praise
The city’s recent trip to Cheyenne received warm approval for its hospitality and planning. Mr. Barton of Adeline Kansas delivered an eloquent address and the event was seen as beneficial to Cheyenne’s growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Barton
Adeline, Kan
Attachment action in Laramie County Wyoming notice
Writ of attachment issued against Joseph Burger to secure Samuel Lesem for 125 dollars plus interest from May 23 1889 at 10 percent and 10 percent attorney fees. Justice George H Boswell in Ava to hear on March 27 1890 at 2 PM. failure to appear may lead to judgment and sale of property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Laramie
Joseph Burger
Samuel Lesem
George H. Boswell
Said County
Ava
H. A. D. Spo
Samuel Leste
Maré
Notice for Publication Lane Orwice av Cuevenna Wyo
Notice is hereby given that the follow ing-named settler has filed notice of the intention to make final proof in support of his claim. The proof will be made before the U S receiver at Rawlins Wyoming on April 1, 1890 for lot No 4726 for the n wid se half of section 10 township 7 north range 66 west. Witnesses: Jonas Laycock John Eubanks James Kirkbride Alexandrew Kirkbride all of A K Wyoming. E P Cuametin R
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lane Orwice
Cuevenna
Wyo
Raanesey Ane Ressiversseyenne
Wilkinson
Archer Wyo
Neaw
Township
Jonas Laycock
John Eubanks
James Kirkbride
Alexandrew Kirk
E. P. Cuametin
Dutch militiary folly and fashion in Holland described
A satirical portrait of the Dutch schuttery militia, its outdated uniforms and comical drill. The piece mocks officers, sergeants, and majors for ignorance of military rules and a culture of beer gardens, stock quotes, and reluctance to fight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holland
N. Y. Tribune
Dientstman
Rotterdam
Amsterdam
Schutters
Nowise
Espair
Holland's Gallant Defenders Drill at Town Hall
The narrative describes local militiamen ready to handle rifles with care. An officer sets a sand-glass at the town hall, and after a quarter hour without movement, conducts the roll-call. Late arrivals face a small fine, reflecting strict drill discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holland
Anly
Who shot McPherson in Civil War clash
A letter to the Atlanta Constitution recounts Captain Richard Beard of Murfreesboro Tennessee claiming to have witnessed General McPhersons death during a Confederate assault on a fortification. Beard says an Arkansas sergeant killed McPherson after a Federal officer attacked Beard's line, with Sherman present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Constitution
General McPherson
McPherson
Richard Beard
Murfreesboro
Tenn
Beard
Neue
Capitan Beard
Sherman
Arkansas
Jean Cee
Electrically Fed Horse Tale Sparks Cautionary Tale
New York Edison expert Wheeler recounts a joke about an electrically fed horse. A Western inventor ties oats to a hopper fed by electricity, only to cause chaos as the animal ends up drowned in oats. The anecdote underscores risks of dangerous electrical experimentation.
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Wheeler
New York
Pegasus
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Boone
Bob
Cocoa Hutter
Sociable
Gen. Alger
Gen. Logan
Earth
General Sherman
Lucky Midda
M'Pherson
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