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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1890
Page
2
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The article argues Cheyenne's strategic location makes it a commercial and manufacturing center. It notes eastern cities rely on western traffic and predicts Cheyenne will rise to prominence as Wyoming's resources develop. It highlights Omaha and other midwestern markets as models and envisions Cheyenne joining them as frontier trade expands.
A pamphlet titled Calendar of Business of the United States Senate arrived from Tax Sun. The first page carries the inscription Unfinished Business and notes a bill to pay for admitting Wyoming into the union and for other purposes. Wyoming leads the list and will rise after the silver bill is settled.
In Laramie Wyoming a protest meeting condemned actions that forced Dr Martin to leave the city without a stated charge. Resolutions denounced intimidation and the lack of due investigation and protection for the physician whose departure jeopardized his business.
The Glenrock Graphic urges the Cheyenne Daily Leader to publish the prices paid for mavericks at the recent sale and the purchasers’ names. If such a list appeared, the Graphic says it did not notice it and asks to see it now.
The piece argues democracy lags behind progress, labeling the southern states as the party’s power center. It claims northern democrats are hindered by southern rulers, opposing new western states like Wyoming and Idaho on regional and political grounds.
An editorial in the Glenrock Graphic extols Cheyenne's opportunity as a timely civic prompt. It argues for forward looking reforms and community action to capitalize on new prospects in Cheyenne.
The Sun and the Graphic praise Cheyenne for plans to erect smelters and manufactories to utilize Wyoming minerals soda oil and other products. The piece commends the editors for lifting the region beyond partisan politics and focusing on Cheyenne’s commercial advantages.
Readers in Cheyenne are urged to study a reproduced Glenrock Graphic feature on wholesale business. The article emphasizes practical guidance for merchants seeking to establish or expand wholesale trade and highlights key tips for success.
Senator Teller argues in favor of restoring silver as a monetary standard. He claims free coinage would increase currency and aid debtors, while opposing half measures that prolong the dispute. He contends public sentiment favors silver, especially in the east, and that farmers and borrowers would benefit from expanded money supply. The Sun urges readers to study his remarks as representative of western views.
In a compact tale from a town under nine months old, Newcastle earns attention for its musical identity as a strummer. Locals note a growing scene centered on shared guitars, casual gigs, and a budding cultural vibe.
Devecate CAREY recommends establishing new land offices in Douglas Lander and Sundance Wyoming. Citizens of Newcastle push for the Sundance district office due to railroad access, while Newcastle enters the contest late.
Delegate Carey reviews Senate action on Wyoming statehood and expresses confidence the admission bill will pass this session. He notes Wyoming would set a record if approved, as Tug Sun promises ongoing telegram updates from Washington on breaking news.
Local agitation over a smelter sparks ferocious public debate as residents push for action. Community leaders warn the issue could define Cheyenne’s economic future and environmental health.
Citizens of Cheyenne are urged to support the construction of both a silver smelter and an iron smelter. The editor argues the projects are crucial for the city's development and says every property owner should contribute if needed.
The passage notes the Union Pacific stock yards at Cheyenne can handle 6000 head of cattle with ease. It claims Democrats did not defeat Republicans in Evanston’s recent election, stating Tin Sun’s advice aided the Latter Day Saints and local democracy carried the day. Wyoming Democrats are not pleased with the result.
The Denver competitors are accused of misrepresenting Cheyenne stockyard capacity. If business expands beyond current facilities, extra land can be enclosed. Wyoming has long shipped hay to Denver for stock feed, a practice likely to continue, with shippers able to save by buying Wyoming hay.
Casper report notes Republicans secured a decisive victory in the late election. Central Wyoming is described as a Republican stronghold with strong party support evident across the region.
The Union Pacific stockyards in Cheyenne are projected as a major facility, expecting to process 146000 head of cattle this season with about 3000 carloads from Texas. The Cheyenne yards will inspect all Texas cattle under territorial law, while Denver yards reportedly spread false capacity claims to divert Texas cattle away from Cheyenne.
Denver stock yards sent agents to Texas to persuade cattle shippers not to unload at Cheyenne by falsely claiming no cattle accommodations exist there. The editor warns such conduct may be business but will not pay in the long run.
Louis C. Van Exspeck, longtime clerk at Dyer's hotel, reports from Ireland after an eight month tour. He notes modest gains and growing patience as talks for relief measures proceed, warning that inaction could renew conflict with greater vigor. Before Ireland, he spent weeks at the Paris exhibition.
The Tux Sun reports that a proposed withdrawal of the Cheyenne bishop faces strong protest from bishops across the province. Officials warn of continuing opposition and potential political implications within church leadership.
An Evanston resident writes to Tug Sun urging swift passage of the Cullom bill. The author expresses that its enactment is increasingly necessary and asks representatives to deliver the nation from evil by pushing the measure through Congress at once.
Newcastle Wyoming, a thriving town, voted three to one to declare itself Republican. Weron County follows suit on the Republican line as the latest political development.
A brief item recalls Low Polk to the daughter of Mrs Hare Vicker, a well known Cheyenne figure from years past.
The Sheridan Post notes Democrats in Wyoming territories organize stock publishing firms in many counties and form leagues as they prepare for a decisive political push to secure a Democratic appearance at Wyoming’s first state election. It asks what Republicans are doing in response.
Western bishops led by St. Louis archbishop protest the plan to discontinue the Cheyenne bishopric and transfer Bishop Burke to St. Louis. They argue Cheyenne is a prosperous, promising diocese needing episcopal oversight as Wyoming moves toward statehood amid growing Catholic demands.
Since the end of April four men have laid out roads and walks in the Catholic cemetery. Forty three bodies were moved and eighty three grave fences shifted to fit a new design. After grading 120 trees were planted including fifty evergreens. Completion is aimed before Decoration Day with work continuing and a call to seek a more suitable cemetery site.
The Cheyenne and Northern project boosts local business as trains from the north bring large orders for groceries and supplies. Wages are circulating to Cheyenne merchants, with thousands of dollars already spent and expected to grow. Grading on the road should finish in under a month.
A large Keefe hall audience witnessed Company H Wyoming State Guards in blue dresses and white belts. Rev. Field hosted in Governor Warren’s absence, praise and gift exchanges followed by a hourlong drill, skirmish practice, and tableaux including Reveille and Taps.
Mrs and Lieutenant Appel hosted an afternoon tea at their Fort Russell quarters for the Queen Anne club. The event featured papers by Mrs Breckons on the clubs three hundredth anniversary, Mrs Mason Smith on traveling in Rome, and Mrs Whipple on books of literary receipts. The gathering marked Mrs Whipple's farewell due to her husband’s reassignment to New York.
An editorial in a Denver newspaper endorses an early closing hour for merchants. It argues daylight hours suffice for business, supports recreation after work to restore vigor, and questions which Denver merchants will lead the movement. Proposals for new Union Pacific trackage were postponed to seek further bids.
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