Working of Woman Suffrage in Wyoming by Horace Plunkett
Horace Plunkett reviews his Fortnightly Review article on the Wyoming suffrage experiment. He cites testimonies from Wyoming residents and details jury participation by women, ballot reforms, and the political psychology of female voters. The piece argues women reduce bribery exposure, favor conservative policies, and push Australia style secrecy.
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Wyoming
Horace Plunkett
Sux
Territory
Washington Territory
Stem
Shop Contracts Nearing Award for Cheyenne Shops
Superintendent Butler learned officials handling the Cheyenne shops contracts are close to announcing the successful bidders. George East is favored to obtain part of the work, with telegrams confirming his standing and capability to perform if awarded. East’s proven builder’s record and Fort D. Russell projects stand as attestations of his financial reliability and competence.
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Butler
George East
East
Fort D. A. Russell
Farmland Around Manville and Lusk Shows Strong Value
An article notes fine agricultural land near Manville and Lusk in eastern central Wyoming. Within eight miles of the towns every quarter section has small ranches that are well fenced with good residences, barns, and buildings. Much land is under cultivation and indicators point to growing prosperity.
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Casper Derrick
Wyoming
Manville
Lusk
Patent Filed for 120 Acre Homestead Claim
County clerk records show Patent No. 339 issued to Henry Lemar for the south half of the northwest quarter of section 9 township 17 range 67 west and lot 2 of section 6 township 18 range 68 west totaling 120 acres. The president yesterday met the world's tall commissioner at large.
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Henry Lemar
American Citizen Released From Russian Prison After Diplomatic Efforts
Herman Kempinski, a naturalized American, was held thirteen months in a Russian jail for evading militia duty. His wife and two daughters accompanied him from Hamburg aboard the Augusta Victoria. He recounts failed appeals to American officials, and how the czar ordered his release once the cable reached him. His wife spent nearly $10,000 during imprisonment. Kempinski plans to seek repayment from Secretary Blaine.
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New York
Hamburg
Herman Kempinski
Bridgeport
Russia
Kempinski
Ortz
American Council
America
Bayard
Blaine
Wurtz
England and Germany clash over Africa land rights
May 24. British ambassador suspends talks with Germany over Africa territories. Lord Salisbury orders halt until Germany recognizes English rights on Lake Tanganyika and north of Tanganyika including Vee. Chancellor Caprivi protests vigorously as Emperor William celebrates the queen's birthday amid embassy banquets.
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England
Germany
New York
Vess
Bertin
Africa
Lord Salisbury
Lake Tanganyika
Tanganyika
Caprivi
William
Royal Castle
Salisbury
Egypt
Rivi
English Syndicate Nearing Purchase of Union Stock Yards
Curiaco May 24 The deal for Union stock yards to be bought by an English syndicate is announced again as nearing completion after earlier publication risked derailment.
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Union Stock Yards
Curiaco
Turkish officers and students jailed for assault on Russian envoy family
Five students and Turkish officers were sentenced to six months in prison and life banishment to Tripoli for attacking the wife and daughter of the Chief Dragoman of the Russian embassy at Buyukdere. Russian minister Milidoff approves the punishment.
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Re Kins
Constantinope
Buyukdere
Tripoli
Milidoff
Russia Will Not Interfere If Franco-German War Breaks Out
The Standard's Berlin special reports that the czar will not intervene in a Franco-German war nor join any alliance attack or act against France. The remark underscores Russia's stance in European power tensions reports from London dated May 24.
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Russia
London
the Standard
Berlin
France
Yale Wins the Hace Boat Race at New Haven
Yale defeats Atlanta by eight lengths in a dramatic Yale crew race at New Haven. Captain Allen's oar broke during a sharp finish and he fell overboard but recovered, leaving Yale with seven rowers and no stroke. Atlanta rallied briefly but could not catch Yale with the trauma, marking Atlanta’s first defeat.
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Yale
New Haven
Allen
Atlanta
Yale Boys
Jme
Vale
Train completes world trip in 67 days 13 hours
George Francis Train finishes his circumnavigation in Tacoma Washington after a 67 day 13 hour 3 minute 3 second journey. The note adds that Prince William of Saxe Weimar is declared bankrupt with gambling debts totaling 234000 marks.
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Finieb
Tacoma
Wash
George Francis
William
Saxe-Weimar
Senate debates over naval expansion and tariff duties
In Washington May 26 the senate heard arguments on Cockrell's amendment to strike three heavily armored battleships, with supporters arguing against expansion and opponents urging readiness. A resolution to report tariff duties and a motion to study compound duties passed. Mitchell sought broader pension protections for widows and orphans, and Carlisle was sworn in as Kentucky's senator. The session adjourned afterward.
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Washington
Carlisle
Kentucky
Beck
Sherman
Police Gazette
Plumb
Finance Committee
House
Senate
Reagan
Cockrell
Secretary of the Navy
Congress
United States
Voorhees
Butler
Hawley
Great Britain
Mr. Hale
Pacific Coast
British Columbia
Blair
Mitchell
Committee On Pensions
House Elects McKinley Burrows Speaker Pro Tem
Washington May 26 The house elected McKinley Burrows of Michigan as speaker pro tem amid applause. The senate judiciary committee reported a substitute for the liquor bill and the public lands committee proposed repeal of timber culture laws with changes governing desert lands irrigation and town sites in Alaska. After several district bills the house adjourned.
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WashincTon
House
McPherson
McKinley Burrows
Michigan
Wilson
Committee On the Judiciary
Senate
Senate Committee On Public Lands
Nebraska
Alaska
Kodiac
Ataqua
Pribylor
United States
Cattle Shipments Fall as Exporters Face Loss and Delays
Last week American cattle shipments to Europe totaled 15 000 head with an estimated $45 000 loss to exporters as English market weakness prompts shippers to abandon cattle moves. One shipper offered $30 000 to cancel a contract amid fears of continued demoralization and potential duties to protect English cattle.
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New York
Europe
German Catholic Leaders Attack Bennett Law In Wisconsin
In Milwaukee the convention of German Catholic societies heard H Spannhart of St. Louis and bishops Flasch and Kaises condemn the Bennett law as a direct threat to church schools and parental authority. Kaises warned the state must not dictate English teaching or meals, urging Catholics to oppose such laws and stand by the church.
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Wisconsin
Illinois
Massachusetts
Grand Lodge of Masons
Congress Hears Conference Report On Customs Bill
Washington May 27 McKinley of Ohio submitted the conference report on the customs and administrative bill. McMillan of Tennessee opposed saying it would raise taxes outside the sugar schedule and push duties to about 4 percent, risking imports and commerce. The measure would raise 60 to 76 percent and was said to prevent frauds on revenue. The report was adopted amid limited Democratic support. The House then considered river and harbor appropriations with minor amendments and braced a penalty for obstructing navigable waters.
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Washineton
McKinley
Ohio
McMillan
Tennessee
Secretaries of the Treasury
House
Senate actions in Washington May 27 Blackwell excused from territories panel
The Senate debated duties on Mexican ores and the bonded goods flow via the Canadian Pacific line. Blackburn was excused from the territories committee, Allison presented Burlington Iowa remonstrances, and Cullom sought treasury info on appraised in bond merchandise. The imported liquors bill faced debate and was postponed. The VP named Blackburn and Carlisle to key committees. conference report on revenue collection law approved. Senate adjourned after executive session.
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Senate
Washington
Blackburn
Committee On Territories
Allison
Burlington
Mexico
Cullom
Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Judiciary Committee
Cole
Congress
George
Iis
Carlisle
Protection Wanted Washington telegram over Tombstone killings
Delegate Smith of Arizona delivered a telegram to President Harrison from Tombstone citizens demanding military protection after the coroner's jury verdict in the Robert Hardy killing by Apaches near Rucker's canon. The president authorized the War Department to take prompt measures to protect settlers and pursue hostile Indians. General Miles ordered actions to secure the Arizona frontier and prevent further attacks.
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Washington
Smith
Arizona
Harrison
Tombstone
Ariz
Robert Hardy
Rucker's Canon
Secretary of War
San Francisco
Henry Hardie
Miles
Geronimo
Kid
Cleveand
Yuma
War Department
Department of Arizona
International Bank scheme outlined to Congress
May 27 report from the American conference on an international bank proposes not new U S financial responsibility but a bank charter with oversight to restore public confidence. Secretary Blaine notes European bankers aid merchants and domestic banks need relief through proposed inter American banking facilities and a bill is prepared to implement the recommendations.
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Wasuixnoron
Congress
Secretary of State
International American Conference
United States
Blaine
Europe
Great Britain
Department
Prominent Man Murdered in Michigan Streets
Jackson Michigan May 27 Major A Kimball longtime newspaper figure and public money custodian was murdered on his way home by unknown assailants. No clues yet as investigators probe the case.
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Jackson, Mich
Major A. Kimball
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