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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1890
Page
4
Cheyenne Plans Burlington Line to Alliance Progress
The editor of the Tux Sun urges building a Cheyenne to Alliance railway by Burlington citing Newcastle coal for coke and potential Cheyenne smelters. He vows persistent agitation, arguing manufacturing drives city growth and expects public spirit to push the project to completion as Burlington advances toward Deadwood with grading near Dudley station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tux Sun
Wyoming
Cheyenne
Alliance
Burlington
Newcastle
Local Democrats Lose 9000 in Boomerang Bailout
The Laramie Sentinel extends sympathy to the democrats who put 9000 in the Boomerang. Sympathy notes the loss and laments the financial setback for the party in this political item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laramie Sentinel
Buffalo extension from Newcastle to Kilpatrick area aims
Over 400 teams and scrapers work on the Buffalo extension from Newcastle along a 100 mile contract to Kilpatrick Bros. The road reaches Wild Horse creek head near the old S horse ranch with a cattle shipping point at the first watering point from Newcastle, Oil creek ten miles away or farther west. Completion is thirty five miles from Newcastle by August 1, with progress depending on steel availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Newcastle
Kilpatrick Bros
Wild Horse Creek
Oil Creek
Newcastle at head of the canon to coal fields
The town of Newcastle sits at the head of a canyon leading to coal fields with picturesque surroundings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcastle
Oil Discoveries Spark Newcastle Excitement
Newcastle buzzes as oil finds draw attention near town. Kilpatrick Bros. & Collins organize operations and stake surrounding county as they bore wells, with surprising developments expected to be announced soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcastle
Kilpatrick Bros. & Collins
Scenic Burling ton Route Through Alliance and Newcastle Hills
The report highlights grand scenery along the Burling ton route from Alliance to Crawford and in the hills and canons near Newcastle, noting striking landscapes and vistas in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Alliance
Crawford
Hills
Canons
Newcastle
Democrats in Lara mie City face publishing dilemma with Boomerang
The piece notes Democrats who have acquired the Boomerang struggle to publish a newspaper while keeping Republican subscribers. It envisions quarterly assessments on backers and questions whether buyers expected Republican patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laramie City
Comerang
Burlington corn aid to 1400 Nebraska residents praised
The distribution of sixty seven carloads of corn among 1400 people in western Nebraska by Supt. Phelan of the Burlington was cited as a characteristic act of the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Supt
Phelan
Burlington
Burlington envoy hailed by Buffalo board of trade
Surt J. R. Pachan of Burlington received a cordial welcome in Buffalo about two weeks ago. The Buffalo board of trade entertained him warmly and he returned with assurance that Buffalo citizens would support Burlington's enterprise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Pachan
Burlington
Buffalo
Buffalo Board of Trade
Cheyenne Ends Attempted Discord at City Meeting
Last night in Cheyenne the meeting failed to stir conflict as residents united on local interests. The prompt response from the crowd neutralized any strife seeking to arise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Wyoming Idaho Delegates Depart Washington After Statehood Delays
Delegates from Wyoming and Idaho will lose their official positions once statehood is achieved. They planned to leave Washington last week, hoping for passage of their bills, but were disappointed by the delays. Senate debates shift to the silver bill before addressing the Wyoming measure, with West leading opposition supported by Democrats. Republicans aim for early action despite broader obstruction rules. No time should be wasted on securing the smelter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Wyoming
Idaho
Washington
Senate
West
House
Mayor Grant in the Balance as Charges Loom
The New York Herald notes the mayor faces grave charges and doubts his political future. Public sentiment suggests he cannot rely on a vindication at the polls, with the World and Sun sharing cautious views on his prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald
Gth
Grant
New York
Gabriel
New York World
Sun
Man Shot by Pierce dies after Wind River incident
Gierce B Tate, shot by Pierce on May 1 near Wind River on the Indian reservation, died Saturday night May 3. Fremont authorities lack jurisdiction, and the case will likely rest, per the Lander Clipper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gierce
B. Tate
Pierce
Wind River
Wyoming
Fremont
Lander Clipper
New Cemetery Work Near Complete At Custer Battlefield
The Custer battlefield site is being fenced and prepared as a national cemetery. Captain Owen J. Sweets places white marble headstones for fallen soldiers of the Seventh Cavalry and 229 stones will mark the graves, with 150 already set. Seventeen officers will receive marble slabs over their original locations. A keeper will oversee the enclosure and a cottage will be built at the northwest corner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Custer Battle Ground
National Cemetery
Owen J. Sweets
Twenty-fifth United States Infantry
Custer
Seventh United States Cavalry
Little Big Horn
Custer Battle
Union Pacific Shops Contract Award Set for Next Thursday
The contract to construct the Union Pacific shops is scheduled for award next Thursday. The move signals progress on the railroad’s maintenance facilities and ahead of the planned completion timeline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
Local Advertising Idea Promises Excursion Samples
A committee formed last Saturday evening proposed a novel method to publicize the locality. They suggest supplying men who go out to work with samples of iron ore marble oil and soda for exhibition to promote the area.
Next Cheyenne Excursion On May 20 With $3 Round Trip
Advertises a May 20 excursion to Cheyenne offering a $3 round trip fare and tickets valid for three days. The trip is organized under the auspices of the Interios Land and Immigration company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Interios Land and Immigration Company
Cheyenne Seeks Soap Factory Venture
Cheyenne pursues a soap factory project as a new industrial opportunity emerges. Local development advocates push for site selection and incentives to attract investment and create jobs in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
CongressMAN Butterworth Delivers Forceful Tariff Speech
Congressman Butterworth of Ohio made a forcible speech on the tariff bill yesterday. The House contains few statesmen equal to his ability and he speaks with independent judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butterworth
House of Representatives
Ohio
Smelter Movement Gains Momentum Toward Success
The smelter movement is advancing with momentum and there is reason to believe it will prove successful.
Citizens committee fundraising plan promises prudent use
Backers of the $2 one fund pledge that subscribers will have a say in how the money is spent and that the funds will be used judiciously, relieving any fears about misallocation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens Committee
Senator Jones Praises Silver Remonetization Effects
The article highlights Senator Jones’s praise for the remonetization of silver, describing its effects as highly favorable and glowing. It emphasizes the positive outlook and anticipated benefits in economic terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Jones
Senate silver bill debate highlights financing origins
Yesterday in the senate the silver bill provoked interest with Senator Jones of Nevada delivering a closing address. The measure emerged from the finance committee rather than a republican caucus, a fact emphasized during the debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Jones
Nevada
Finance Committee
Republicans Sweep As Caster Speaks
Caster has been heard from as Republicans secure a clean sweep across races, signaling strong party support and decisive results in the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caster
City fund urged to highlight Cheyenne’s advantages
Readers are asked to contribute to a proposed $2 660 expenditure to publicize Cheyenne’s advantages. Citizens with an interest in the city’s future are urged to donate to the fund without delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Sub scrip tion List Circulates By Kelley Ganett and Menges
The text notes a subscription list now circulating under the names of A. D. Kelley W. P. Gannett and Theo. Menges, inviting readers to add their names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
A. D. Kelley
W. P. Gannett
Theo. Menges
Smelter and Pig Iron Plant Backed by Rail Link Plans
A Cheyenne based smelter for precious metals and a pig iron facility spur plans for an early railroad connection to Alliance, signaling regional industrial growth and improved transport links.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Alliance
Douglas Elects Republicans for City Offices Except Alderman
In Douglas the Republican party secured wins for most city offices with the sole exception being the alderman seat. The result aligns with expected party preference across the remaining municipal posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas
Derly Warns on Cheapness Driving Social Decay
Pow Derly contends that relentless price pressure breeds cutthroat competition. He argues each person sacrifices neighborly trust to grab a share of trade, proclaiming the cheapness race ends in nothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pow Derly
Carlisle Faces Prolonged Senate Battle Amid Tactics
Carlisle's opponents pursue delaying tactics as the senatorial contest appears set to drag on, signaling a protracted political fight with legal maneuvers and extended campaigning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlisle
Cheyenne Prospects Cited By The Sun In Welfare Coverage
The Sun states it aims to present day by day facts about Cheyenne welfare, rejects unfounded reports, and warns against wild premature predictions while affirming the city’s prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne
Tne Sun
Germany to Africa: subsidy plan for East Africa Line
A German government contract with East Africa Steamship Co provides an annual subsidy of 900,000 marks. Ten-year main Hamburg to Velgen Bay service with ships over 3,200 tons and speeds of 10.5 knots. Calls at Belgium or Holland, Lisbon, Naples, Port Said, Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam with coast lines Zanzibar to Lames and Zanzibar to Inhambana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HamuunGc
East Africa Steamship Company
Cop
Hamburg
Velgen Bay
Belgium
Holland
Lisbon
Naples
Port Said
Zanzibar
Dar es-Salam
Lames
Inhambana
Puritan Club Announces Boxing Contests and Match Plans
The Puritan Athletic club accepts bids for a $4,000 glove contest between Joe McAuliffe and Jake Kilrain and posts $1,000 for a Jimmy Larkins versus Billy Murphy bout. Richard K. Fox cables that McAuliffe will fight Slavin at the Pelican club to a finish for a suitable purse and expenses. if Slavin declines, McAuliffe will face any other English opponent on the same terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Yeak
Puritan Athletic Club
Joe McAuliffe
Jake Kilrain
Jimmy Larkins
Billy Murphy
Richard K. Fox
London Sporting
McAuliffe
England
Meaning of a Louisiana Flood and Its Terrible Spread
The New Orleans Picayune describes a Louisiana flood with waters filling vast flat regions up to four to twelve feet deep. Homes, stables, and crops sink under mud while bridges float away and boats become the only link to stranded communities. Thousands drown or perish from exposure and want as relief efforts struggle to reach submerged areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Johnstown
New Orleans Picayune
Why Virginia Is Called the Old Dominion
An old Virginia lore explains the name Old Dominion. During Cromwell's time Virginia refused allegiance and sent a messenger to Charles II inviting him to return as king. Once secure, his gratitude led to Virginia’s arms being quartered with England, Ireland, and Scotland, making Virginia a distinct part of the empire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Old Dominion
Cromwell
Mans
Charles II
Flanders
Aan
Charles
New World
England
Ireland
Scotland
George
Louis Republic
Secluded Inmate Released After Forty Years in Brescia Asylum
An inmate in Brescia Italy was freed on February 1 after forty years in seclusion. The institution tallied over 5000 dollars in costs for the stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ane
Brescia
Italy
Duri
Is There Such a Girl
A Philadelphia woman, living in a fashionable area, pretends in bed to hurry into fur lined garments and boots then leaps to a imagined fire alarm scene with hissing engines and crowds. She completes this ritual, drinks a caramel, and retires to her bed in a show of imagined duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
A New Altar For Chinatown Worship House Leader
The chief joss in the Mott Street worship house in New York has a newly imported altar and canopy for 80,000. It features a heavy wood frame and intricate varved detailing with heavy gold leaf Raupee and ervatal adornments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joss
Mott Street
the Chinaman
New York
Rail rate cut reaches isth Chicago line in May
A telegram to the Santa Fe railroad in Los Angeles orders another cut in gates to Chicago effective May. First class rate drops from 65 to 40 and second class from 40 to 38.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maldiway Gates
Los Angeles
Santa Fe Railroad
Chicago
Cheyenne Excursion From Denver Mentioned In Ad
An upcoming Cheyenne trip from Denver is hinted in a fragmented advertisement text. The note suggests a gothic themed outing and references ongoing promotional material.
Cheyenne Excursions Measure Aimed to Boost City Growth
Citizens business leaders and real estate dealers at Cheyenne city hall backed a plan to raise 2000 for advertising and excursions run with the Interior company. A three member advertising committee would manage rates and operations coordinating with the Interior Company to promote local investment and growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade and
Cheyenne
Theodore Menges
H. G. Hay
Oh Motion
Messrs
Ed. Towse
I. S. Bartlett
Hay
Mr. Menges
Menges
Citizens
Board of Trade
Interior Company
Bridges
J. K. Jeffrey
Real Estate Exchange and Board of Trade
Interior
F. D. Carper
The
Real Estate Exchange
J. F. Carroll
A. J. Parshall
William Myers
Cheyenne Leaders Rally for City Growth and Excursions
A public meeting in Cheyenne backed excursions to attract investors and new industries. Speakers urged active advertising, pledged funds, and vowed to boost local development, with A D Kelley and Menges leading efforts and a $2,000 goal set for the campaign.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Deadwood
Dudley
Germany
Africa
Denver
Assembly of Citizens, Board of Trade and Real Estate Men
E. A. Slack
C. D. Kelley
J. E. A. Slack
Kelley
Ots
Ogden
Slack
A. W. Stubbs
Kamsas
Leavenworth
Brother Kelley
Mr. B. Hicks
Stubbs
Breport
W. D. Gannett
D Kelley
Emin Pasha
Bagamoyo
Red Fourth
F. E. Warren Mercantile CO
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