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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1889
Page
13
John Peterson a Rock Springs Wyoming saloon keeper died by suicide last night. Found this morning his body posed on the floor with a rope to the bed post. A letter to the Knights of Pythias requesting a decent burial was found among his effects. He said his wife ceased caring for him. he leaves a wife and one child.
A May 15 telegram from Forest City reports sheriff D M Wilson city marshal Frank Folbre and Tom Parham killed in a street fight tied to school election tensions. Neely and Ingram were involved with armed factions. Ingram fled town as Neely remains in a guarded building amid patrols.
Election of officers dominated by administration faction led by Chief Wheaton and Secretary Daniels. Ticket includes C. T H Wilkins Chicago as assistant grand chief, E. E. Clark Ogden as grand senior conductor, S. F. Silvernail Denver as grand junior conductor, P. J. Collins Alabama as grand outside sentinel, W. Mundy Ontario as grand inside sentinel, M. Clancy Scranton as executive committee member, and W. J. Durbin Milwaukee as insurance committee member. Next session set for Rochester New York. headquarters location discussed. excursion to Manitou Springs planned.
May 1 report describes Barry Koehler in a drunken spree injuring Miss Dela Mark as bystanders chased him near freight cars. A shot from a pursuing officer fatally wounded a man in an open freight car door, later identified as William Hansen of Chicago, not Koehler. Koehler was captured the next morning.
Washington May 15 Post office inspectors Arrington Maxwell and Troy arrested Charles D Poston of this city in the act of using franks of Senator Stewart of Nevada and Delegate Smith of Arizona on private mail matter. He admitted guilt waived examination and was held on 2000 dollar bond. Poston about 60 and says he was once a WM delegate in Congress and later register at the land office at Florence Artis
London reports Mrs Maybrich, born French Canadian aristocrat and niece of Jefferson Davis, arrested in Liverpool on a charge of poisoning her husband. The Maybrich family faced hesitation over the death reports as Col Biddell and police investigated at the residence. Medical examiners later declared her fit to hear the charge.
The chief of police cites grave evidence of absence by the wife from her husband. Officers found her in a hagard yet composed state in the bedroom. The magistrate ordered transfer to Norkdale jail where doctors and nurses attend. The case has caused a great sensation.
A fifteen thousand barrel tank at the Pratts Oil works in Williamsburg is on fire with fears of spread. Also reports note a receiver appointed for Waldamer Electric and Magnetic Brake Company with capital stock of 100000. In boxing news McAuliffe wins Meyers for a finish and calls for a New York or California venue. Treasury disburses 11550000 for pensions, exhausting current year's appropriation of 81750000. Intellig ence confirms the schooner Merrick sunk after collision with a barge near Presque Isle, with several crew lost.
In Syracuse on May 18 T. J. Fox post master of Larkin Minnesota and his young daughter were found safe after a strange episode. Fox says after a party he drank cider and his friends tied him to prevent mischief. He fled with his daughter to Wabasha and Lacrosse then bought a through ticket to New York. He remains at the police station as officials contact his banker in Wabasha.
A cyclonic storm swept northern Texas yesterday causing the Forest City school to collapse in Montague county with two children dead and many injured. Another school at Brownsville was blown down with two more casualties. Crops damaged and telegraph lines down amid fear of additional loss as news spread.
Advices from St. Petersburg report a conspiracy among military officers against the czar has vast ramifications. Officers in Moscow and Warsaw regiments are implicated. Three have killed themselves, a bomb was found in Warsaw quarters, and hundreds of conspirators are arrested.
A severe wreck on the Lebanon branch of the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railroad near Nashville occurs when a bridge on the Stone River catches fire from a passing train. Seventeen men attempted to flood the flames. the middle span failed, dumping the engine and workers into the river. The engineer and fireman sustained serious injuries. Three black workers were killed and six others were seriously wounded.
The six day bicycle contest closed tonight. Ned Reading of the Twenty second Infantry Fort Omaha Neb won with 655 miles and 4 laps. Knapp of Denver 685 miles 3 laps and John S Prince of Omaha 655 miles. Morgan of England 685 miles 2 laps and Albert Schock of Chicago 478 miles 2 laps.
William Heiss aged 26 of Old Forge Township hid under a table and attacked Rev. John King a Methodist minister last night Heiss struck King on the head with a hammer risking the minister losing an eye Heiss is jailed awaiting charges May 18 report notes a bitter family dispute with a violent confrontation
May 18 Creaco reports a statement by Dr. Dipeieter of the asylum medical staff urging friends to keep an insane woman at home rather than send her to the asylum, arguing that death by own action would be preferable to the asylum in its current state.
John S. Congreve and Annie Congreve were arrested by federal authorities on a complaint by C. F. Smith of Los Angeles. They are charged with using malls for pure el of blackmail. Authorities decline to give details but call the case important.
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Vice President Holcomb of Union Pacific visited Cheyenne and cast doubt on Henry Villard’s claimed control of the Oregon Transcontinental election. He said Villard fabricates a majority claim to win proxies from smaller investors.
New York May 15 The Oregon Transcontinental stock surged briefly on opening as shorts forced demand triggering a rapid rise to 5 amid a 20 percent jump. A swift backtrack followed with declines toward 39 then a rebound to 42 before closing. Brokers fear widespread overselling as shorts cover in St Paul and Atchison. Villard holds 210700 shares amid a Port land election dispute with full treasury stock controversy.
At a New York meeting the American Meat company and the American Cattle trust signed a long term contract. The controlling powers say the meat company will handle the entire product of the cattle trust. Senator Dorsey indicates the two organizations have consolidated into a single traffic arrangement.
In Binmincham Alabama on May 15 citizens political and religious pressure led to the disbanding of a local Mormon church. Elders who had proselytized for five years and conducted services for about a year were warned to leave promptly. Most elders departed with many converts following.
In New York on May 18 Presbyterian General Assembly members took an excursion. Captain James Chester of Third artillery at Governor's Island acted violently and was handed to military authorities. Allan Thorndyke Rive's funeral was held at Grace Church with pallbearers including Levi P. Morton, Walker Blaine, General W.T. Sherman, Edward Cooper, Pierre Lorillard and Chauncey M.
The service for William Jay Dowie Willian P. Dowie and W. W. Astor included a pit of flowers and a burial rite of the Episcopal church. Bishop Potter officiated with Rev Huntington assisting at Grace Church.
In New York on May 26 the Presbyterian general assembly heard a report from the committee on Christian unity noting ongoing talks with Congregationalists. The race work report warned illiteracy rising among Black children from 1.8 million school age to 800,000 in school and associated political manipulation fears.
The president named receivers of public monies Henry C. Pickles of Delaware at Folsom New Mexico and Frank Lesner of New Mexico at Roswell New Mexico. He also appointed land office registers Wim H. Alexander of Colorado at Del Norte Colorado and John Hl Mills of New Mexico at Roswell. Indian agent John Fosher of Wyoming.
Latonia meet opens amid poor weather yet draws large crowd and steady racing. Winners include Betting in the three quarter mile feature, Pat Donovan in the mile for three-year-olds and up, Cupid at seven eights, Hindoo Craft in the Latonia Derby, Ballyhoo in the two-year-olds four and one half furlongs, with times listed for each race.
In New York on May 20 the Oregon Transcontinental stalemate softened as parties to the control dispute maneuvered toward liquidation. Rumored Saturday deal would have Union Pacific keep a 6 percent dividend on Oregon Navigation stock and retain control, easing bitterness. Oregon Transcontinental stock fell to 39, down 6 percent, while Henry Villard declined Governor Ames of Massachusetts offer of 5,000 shares. Brokers tied to Villard bought Northern Pacific, nudging it up 2 percent as Oregon stock sold off.
Steve Brodie vaulted Pas saic Falls without injury in a display to enhance his reputation as a jumper. He has aims to rival Sam Patch, after recent practice at Genesee Falls Rochester where Patch died. Today's leap mirrors Patch’s earlier spots.
New York May 20 custom house inspectors arrested Payier and Mary Arnold a husband and wife as suspected smugglers aboard the steamer La Champagne. Inspectors found twenty six gold watches of the same make and several charms bracelets and trinkets on the wife. The seized lot valued at $12000. They were arraigned and held for examination.
Judge Hallet issued a decree of foreclosure and sale in the United States Circuit Court this morning. The action involves Central Trust Company of New York and Par tners' Loan and Trust Company as trustees for Denver South Park and Pacific and Union Pacific railroads. The mortgage bonds were issued by South Park in August 1876 totaling over two million dollars. complaint filed November 12, 1883.
The Oregon Transcontinental fight continued today with prices dropping three percent from last night’s close. Last week’s movement was hindered by S. V. White presenting statements about him, who appeared before the Kings County grand jury and obtained an indictment against the editor of an afternoon paper.
William B. Derby, cashier of the Mutual District Messenger, is under arrest for embezzling $10,000 from Western Union by inflating monthly bills and pocketing the difference.
Geo Hill testified of brutal attendants at the Chicago Public Insane Asylum including Lott and Julian who beat patients, broke bones, and killed Levi after stom ach abuse. The court heard other witnesses on brutality and poor provisions as Judge Pendergast and Dr Todd investigated Burns death.
Mataafa proclaims end of war in Samoa and backs U S arbitration led by Admiral Kimberly. Kimberly agrees war ends and notes Berlin conference aims to advance Samoa. Mataafa urges protection by the United States without foreign interference. German and German-backed officials debate proclamation’s impact as officials prepare Washington notice.
King Humbert of Italy and Signor Crispi arrived in Berlin welcomed by Emperor William and leading officials. Crowds cheered as arches lined the routes and the royal party visited royal princes and generals. They laid wreaths at the tomb of Emperor Frederick at Charlottenburg.
May 21 a White House audience with President Carnot and Whitelaw Reid, the American minister, who pledged to maintain Anglo French ties and celebrate France’s centennial. Reid recalled American help in the American Revolution and expressed good fortune in representing the United States during France’s milestone.
In a ceremonial exchange President Carnot replies to Reid praising the enduring friendship between France and the United States. Carnot says he welcomes Reid's letters and that the French government will extend cordial greetings and aid to ease the mission, reinforcing shared values.
In a basement fight yesterday evening in French Village Illinois Redmond Brownfield and John Humphrey two local boxers engaged in a brutal nineteen round bout. The match featured slugging from rounds five to six and bloody exchanges. Brownfield delivered a jugular blow after which Humphrey lay motionless before being moved home for medical care. Humphrey is not believed to be seriously hurt. A purse was raised by spectators in acknowledgment of their grit.
William O'Brien testified before the Parnell commission detailing agrarian outrages in Tipperary before the league and claiming feesus averted famine and war in the west in 1870. He supported boycotting as crime prevention, while Reed quoted United Ireland denouncing Phoenix Park murderers and predicting harsher lynching in Dublin.
Senator Washburn of Minnesota states that re nomination for President Harrison is unlikely. He notes a prominent citizen believes another president will not be renominated for the next century due to unkept promises, suggesting Harrison should retire after his four years.
In Washington on May 21 officials say the State Department has not been officially advised of an apparent hitch in the Samoan conference. Diplomats declined to comment, noting that discussing the subject while negotiations continue would breach diplomatic proprieties. The United States may press for Malietoa's restoration, but exact instructions are not known.
The Hull will contest is settled amicably. Miss Helen Culver, longtime secretary and manager, keeps the bulk of nearly 4 million dollars and distributes 242000 among Hull's nephews and nieces, some of whom live in California.
About sixty people in South Glastonbury were seized with vomiting, stomach pain, and convulsions after consuming vanilla ice cream at the St Luke's parish fall festival. Coroner Bunce analyzes the extract used in the cream. none of the cases are fatal, with two or three seriously ill.
Surviving pilots of the pilot boat Charlotte Webb claim the fatal collision causing the sinking was caused by the Normandy's recklessness. Normandy officers steered at high speed through thick fog ignoring signals. Captain Webb and Heatkeeper Fitzgerald were drowned.
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