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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1890
Page
6
Washington May 7. The Senate discussed silver and tariff bills as McKinley spoke in favor of protection while Mills of Texas attacked the measure with jests rather than arguments. The House adjourned amid applause and resumed the debate after a recess.
In Washington on May 7 the elections committee backed McDuffie Turpin contest. McKinley of Ohio urged moving to a committee of the whole to consider the tariff bill and spoke for protection. He argued reciprocity harms US farmers and praised the bill's duties and tax reforms while defending export interests and American industry.
The wedding of Miss Rose Fay and Theodore Thomas took place this evening in the Episcopal Church of the Ascension chapel. The ceremony was held in a floral setting with Chicago social leaders and guests from abroad in attendance. Rose Fay is the daughter of the late Charles Fay of Cambridge Massachusetts. The couple will reside in New York.
In New Orleans on May 7 a feud between the Caruso and Provenzano factions led to a morning ambush on Esplanade Street. Gunmen fired twenty five shots into a wagon carrying Caruso supporters. three were seriously wounded. Ten Provenzanos were arrested, but proof may be difficult as Caruso partisans likely seek revenge in their own fashion.
New York reports William H. Guion a defaulter to $30,000 theft of bonds tied to $1 deposit with the British American Insurance Company of Toronto. The case involves foreign insurers required to keep local resources for protection of customers.
The Clayton committee heard witnesses including A Hooper who describes his father being killed by Clayton militia in 186g and fed to a horse as he was taken toward Louisville, with no knowledge of his father's arrest.
Special dispatch from Crawford Nebraska dated May 7 reports the Newcastle excursion party arriving amid band music and civic greetings. Governor Warren spoke briefly before the coal mines at Kilpatrick were toured and a Board of Trade banquet lasted until 2 am. The group then visited Dakota Hot Springs before continuing to Chicago.
A north bound freight train was diverted in Denver Rio Grande yards to allow the Trinidad and Durango express to pass. The open switch caused the passenger engine and cars to derail down a fourteen foot embankment. Fireman Sipes, 31, was killed and Engineer Mack survived with minor injuries. The body was taken to Pueblo.
Lane Office Cheyenne Wyoming March 22 1890 notice is given that Joseph Hentges of Pine Bluffs Wyoming has filed for final proof to establish his settlement claim and will prove residence and cultivation before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming May 10 1890 for D 5S No 5062 section 14 township 14 north range 61 west witnesses Harry Coffman Charles Groves Ace Robinson and Lewis N Willson all of Pine Bluffs Wyoming CHAMPLIN Register
Land Office notice from Cheyenne Wyoming dated April 12 1890 states settler Josiah Ray has filed for final proof on land in Silver Crown Wyo. The proof will be made May 24 1890 before Register Vt Champion and Receiver in Cheyenne. Ne nex section 10 township 40 range 6 lists cultivator names Henry Schilta James ONeil John Apperson and others.
Land Office at Cheyenne Wyoming April 18 1890. An identified settler named has filed intent to make final proof for his claim before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming May 30 1890. Witnesses listed are John A Apperson Josiah R Apperson Rosa Kitsinger of Cheyenne and James H ONeil of Silver Crown. E P Cua Ametin Register.
Notice announces a settler has filed claim proof to be made before the register and receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming on June 6. The applicant lists Perry Doane of Cheyenne as a witness and names fellow witnesses to prove continuous residence and cultivation on the land in lot 13 township 13 range west.
A fragmentary meditation on memory and fidelity among close friends and loved ones. The voice laments unspoken deeds and the quiet duties owed to those near, hinting at mortality and the search for consolation beyond plain speech. The text evokes intimate ties, unseen acts, and the moon as witness to quiet devotion.
Verna Livingston, heiress to millions, pleads for protection from a forced marriage. John Cristowell agrees to marry to shield her, though he intends to leave soon. She gains autonomy over her fortune and, months later, returns to confess she loves him and has taken her rightful place as his wife.
Dr. J. W. King of Kent argues poultry and eggs represent a far larger financial impact than wheat or other crops. He notes U.S. annual poultry and egg expenditures reach about 560 million dollars with 15 million dozen eggs imported, underscoring the chicken business’s economic importance.
Fragmentary notes describe ballooning popularity in Paris and its appeal as a pastime. The text compares costs to yachting and hints at club plans and craft fabrication, with emphasis on practical ballooning methods and simple equipment.
A partial OCR reads about enforcement of laws in a state, mentioning habeas and officials. Details are unclear but indicate legal action and possible court or enforcement proceedings.
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