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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1890
Page
10
The text notes a radical change in Wyoming’s public mood toward statehood from conservative to ardently favorable. It claims near universal support with no opposition about taxes or political interests, and asserts Delegate Carey would see citizens’ earnest desire if present. It highlights unity once a conclusion is reached.
The judiciary committee of the house reported a resolution in favor of women suffrage, signaling growing momentum for the cause in the legislature.
The Cheyenne democratic ring circulates a false claim that Governor Warren opposes Wyoming statehood. The governor has invested time and money to aid the statehood movement, more than Cheyenne Democratic bosses combined, and the ring would likely push another falsehood if not this one.
When President Adams returns from the Pacific coast he ought to take two or three days layover at Cheyenne. He will reach here in about two weeks.
After eight years Luke Voorhees secured a $14,000 judgment against the government on a mail contract. The case moves to the court of claims for interest and related allowances, then requires congressional appropriation. The lengthy, costly dispute ends in Voorhees’s favor, following reports of an unscrupulous special agent aligned with Colonel George.
The people of Wyoming express only moral support for Delegate Carey in his push for statehood, wishing him success at this critical juncture.
Joan R. Dixon former Carbon County prosecuting attorney visited Cheyenne yesterday. He reports success in Colorado and notes Geo B. Stimpson as a major Pueblo real estate owner destined for wealth.
The House Republicans held a grand rally for the tariff bill amid varied opinions on the disruption of the early closing rule. The common explanation cites unfavorable conditions for enforcing the seven o'clock rule, with cities like Cheyenne poised to reach 25 000 population next year making enforcement easier.
Mr. O D Suiex, agent for the Colorado Nursery, ends his Cheyenne season satisfactorily and plans to extend operations across Wyoming. He may buy ten acres near Cheyenne to establish a branch. Mr Shields is praised for his essential role in Cheyenne's greenery and his tree selling integrity solidifies a local monopoly.
About three thousand head of Texas cattle were received at the stock yards yesterday and inspected by Dr. Allen. Before the first of June 1,400 carloads of cattle will arrive here on their way northward.
Governor Warren appoints J. W. Hammond to represent Wyoming at a convention of the Interstate Commerce Commission and state representatives. The gathering, in Washington, meets on the 28th of the month. Hammond will leave for the east in a few days.
Several Denver men who recently bought land in Laramie are arranging to establish a street car line, signaling development plans for the area. The project aims to connect new property with the town’s infrastructure and could attract additional investment.
B A Hart of Ft Laramie travels to the city with associated partners who own three premier iron claims in Hartville. It is believed Northwestern interests may purchase the properties.
The Republican Party shows courage from firm conviction and unity in the House as it advances a tariff bill, enduring Democratic obstacles. This determination is seen as earning national admiration.
The Leader notes Mr. Butterworth voted in favor of the McKinley tariff bill with a loud aye, reflecting a stance praised by Tax Sun.
Tue Casper Mail has been purchased by Mr. Alex Butler, described as a free and forceful writer and a public spirited citizen. Sun congratulates Casper and Natrona county on an enterprising, ably conducted newspaper as the late proprietor J A Casebeer plans to move to Oregon.
A local urges residents to cherish their town and warns that preferring another place shows insincerity. The speaker says a man devoted to one town but praising another is unreliable or afraid to test better prospects elsewhere.
A brief push for an early closing tax movement ran for a week and barely covered its own costs, failing to gain sustained support or widespread adoption.
For nearly four years the Democrats in the House of Representatives, with a solid majority, complained of tariff legislation but showed no ability or courage to revise the revenue laws. The passage hints at political stasis and calls for action on fiscal policy.
Opinion among Republicans shows unity eroding over tariff specifics as locals seek differing gains. Lawmakers expect changes to revenue laws as conditions evolve and new interests press for adjustments.
Washington reports announce N J O'Brien of this city as a special agent for the United States land department for the district including Wyoming Territory. The appointment follows pressure from Grand Army quarters and praise from General Alger. supporters hail it as a faithful, efficient choice benefiting Wyoming settlers.
The territorial fish hatchery grounds were improved this spring with the planting of one thousand trees enhancing the scenery and habitat.
A Bonanza River Valley account describes Col W D Pickett's return to his constituents in Waco with a public dinner at 1 30 pm. Joe DeBarthe introduces him, presenting an ebony cane inscribed Father of Big Horn County May 15 1890. Surveyor General Richards praises him before dancing and refreshments.
The note laments that enlarging Tux Boomerang four columns lacks telegraph dispatches and an editor. It argues a daily paper requires news and brains to avoid being a delusion and a snare.
Hospital Steward Wilsock departs for Rawlins this morning in charge of three insane patients recently before Judge Bergmann. Mrs Coleman and James Nolan faces are described as almost hopeless, while Bur man may recover.
New York May 23 Pell was found guilty of grand larceny for stealing 31000 in bonds from Lenox Hill bank during the recent bank wrecking plot. Sentence was deferred.
A guidebook style stroll through Gibraltar's sights from a Pall Mall Gazette perspective. Readers are walked past drawbridges, Moorish castle, galleries, and fortifications, noting tunnels, sentries, cannons, and the border with Spain while observing the fortress atmosphere and desertlike neutral ground.
An American traveler notes how slang accumulates after European contact and spreads through daily speech. He observes Americans mix slang into formal diction, reducing clarity compared with simple elegant speech, while acknowledging rare timing can heighten impact.
An English syndicate led by Lord Brassey and Lord Grosvenor moves to develop Brassels seaport by building a canal and three imavase basing. The canal will be large enough to admit ships of 1,000 tons.
At a small dinner, a proponent praised dogs and asked if some can show more sense than people. The exchange highlighted differing views on animal intellect and behavior.
In New Orleans on May 22 Billy Meyer nicknamed the Streator Cyclone fought Andy Bowen in a 29 round bout for 3000 dollars at the West End Athletic Club. Bowen won as Meyer injured his wrist and fought through a brutal long match witnessed by over three thousand fans and police.
In Washington May 22 Calvin Brice credentials as Ohio senator were filed. Daniels argued for free silver, claiming gold and silver money are natural partners and dismissing fears of a silver avalanche. He noted no significant silver stockpiles exist and the executive session adjourned without action on the naval appropriation bill.
Henderson of the rivers and harbors committee outlined a bill costing about twenty million dollars aimed at river and harbor improvements. Blanchard of Louisiana backed the measures, arguing they improve cheap transportation, referencing the Lower Mississippi flood. Quinn of New York introduced a bill reducing drop-letter postage to one cent per ounce in cities over one hundred thousand.
In Chicago on May 22 reports say J B Simmonds who bought Carlson cottage furniture linked to Dr Cronin murder was seen there by salesman Hatfield but eluded police. A detective returned from Mexico with no breakthrough on the man who drove the famous white horse. Chief Marsh warned nine Dr Cronin associates of the search to avoid gossip.
Severe hailstorms have damaged St Mahleu near Hilderborn. As villagers gathered in the church to pray for a cessation of the storms a lightning strike during services killed two people and left twenty injured, four blinded. Two children were crushed to death in the chaos.
In a Supreme Court case from Wisconsin, Freeman testifies he invented the incandescent lamp Edison claimed. He says he sent a lamp to Edison in 1575 and asserts Edison later announced the lamp’s invention. Freeman alleges Edison offered $50,000 to keep silent about his true role as the inventor.
E. J. Lehmann, owner of the ent store, was declared distracted and his wife named as estate trustee. He was confined to Bloom: asylum, N Y, after experts found his condition worsened by excessive mental work.
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