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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1889
Page
13
Revelations name William Mertes as the only witness to Cronin’s cries at the cottage and implicate Detective Coughlin and Captain Schaack. Reported inconsistencies in the horse hire and suspect alibis raise questions on police oversight and potential complicity as funeral plans proceed and the crowd gathers.
Police allowed a free examination of the cottage where Dr. Cronin's murder occurred. Blood splotches and a broken washstand suggest a fierce struggle. In Toronto, Chicago lawyer A F Teefy investigates Dr Cronin's alleged visit, while reporter Long denies involvement beyond journalism.
General Cameron of Denver led a Texas delegation to the White House to invite President Harrison and Mrs. Harrison to the Spring Palace at Fort Worth opening May 26 and closing June 20. The presidents spoke with interest as Texas and Colorado progress were cited and a potential return trip to Denver noted.
The civil service commission, approved by the president, will publish the list of eligibles for government jobs and their standing. Commissioner Roosvelt says the policy change reverses prior secrecy intended to curb political pressure, arguing publicity benefits the government and transparency outweighs reasons for secrecy.
A committee led by Sir Edward Malet and Mr Kasson finished the draft of the Samoa protocol addressing municipal government in Apia coaling ports land issues and Samoan autonomy. Blaine approves and Washington cables the text as talks near signature exchanges.
Cincinnati May 25 The police force faces uncertainty as the olive commission contemplates adding offenses for Sunday saloon openers and for giving baseball or theater to labor on Sundays. The mayor has not issued an order yet but hints a Sunday saloon closing rule after June 1 may come next week.
A cliff collapse during a rainstorm this afternoon near the river mouth west of the city drowned two men and three women who were on the cliff. Rescue efforts and details remain limited as authorities investigate the accident.
A sprawling chronicle from Cuttenco to Calvary details Cronin's murder linked to Clan na Gael. Police allege a secret by law by order and reveal suspected conspirators, arrests, and a dramatic funeral with thousands in procession. Police pressure mounts as new suspects and witnesses emerge.
A London born correspondent interviewing Irish Americans in New York over the Cronin mystery is met with mistrust. They accuse him of being a spy and bribed Brit ish agent and whisper about plans to silence him, fearing a shocking disappearance.
Washington May 27 The secretary of the interior directs that the following letter accompany each commission to Indian agents. The president informs agents that their office is of great importance to both the government and the Indians under their charge urging sobriety integrity and high standards. It calls for improved agency affairs education training of Indian children cultivation of adult industries and progress toward self support and civilization with utmost earnest effort to pursue these objects.
In Smoronville and surrounding towns striking coal miners threaten to halt operations at local mines. Authorities dispatch sheriff and city marshal to Princeton and a posse heads toward the mining region amid warnings of possible riots. Explosions on Wilmington Coal Company property prompt Governor Fifer to state militia readiness, with no resumption expected before Monday.
Scranton City bank closed this afternoon in bad financial shape after losses from unprofitable lands and loans. Directors suspect Vice-President Jesup, also cashier, of greater guilt and obtained a warrant. Jessup posted bail of 25 000.
The people of Poweshiek township Jasper county report real stock losses from hydrophobia. Three weeks earlier a mad dog bit many animals causing farmers to kill fourteen hogs and other livestock deemed rabid. Some dogs have been killed and residents consider widespread humane dog destruction to curb the outbreak.
May 27 report says the president returned from a tip down the Potomac. The journey covered about sixty five miles with heavy rain most of the time as the party rested at anchor over Saturday and Sunday nights.
A special report from Childers Texas says Harry Ginn and C J Watson alias Barlow Watson were arrested for the murder of George W Richardson superintendent of the San Pedro Coal and Coke Company at Carthage New Mexico on May 15. They allegedly robbed the office of about 4000 dollars and fled with two horses. Police pursued across mountains dropping an envelope with 45 and a bag with 4200 in silver. The robbers were aided by cowboys and were trailing about eighty miles toward the Panhandle of Texas when captured. Ginn had 935 and Watson 820 on arrest other money total 3200. They claimed monte winnings and horse gains.
Conrad Schneider of Altona George Schneier his son and Charles Within jailed for forgery and obtaining money under false pretenses operating across the northwest. In Eau Claire they cashed checks drawn on First National Denver and National Bank St Paul for bogus Foster Printing and Within Sehnvider. Telegrams confirmed the checks bogus.
A Boulangers supporters group in Lonpos May 25 resolved to contest all elections across France. In Oporto May 25 a dynamite blast broke windows at the civil governor’s residence. Robert Lincoln, the American minister, visited Windsor this afternoon to present credentials to the queen. King Tambert and Emperor William are set to review the Strasburg garrison tomorrow with Humbert returning homeward.
A Dawson widow named Wellington, mother of eight, was arrested on charges of selling intoxicating drinks. She was taken to Ndelton for a grand jury hearing, and the case caused considerable local sensation yesterday.
At the General assembly turning session in New York on May 25 a telegram from the southern assembly announced concurrence with amendments to the cooperation committee report on church work. The assembly adopted the Sabbath observance report, except for a recommendation to invite the President of the United States to intervene on the first Wednesday in March, and adjourned for the day.
A blaze yesterday afternoon engulfed the old theatre opposite the depot hotel, destroying the hotel and nearby offices and residences. The fire spread toward several landmarks including a planer, hotel Lafayette, Pyramid house, depot, and other commercial structures as firefighters fought the flames.
The Illinois Governor authorized National Guard forces to protect property and people amid a labor strike in Draidwood. Adjutant General Gay states troops respond to the appeal from the county sheriff as unrest continues in the Illinois mining area.
Vance orders a regiment to assist the sheriff amid coe strikers at an adjoining mine. armed men march in a shaft city area at 4 pm. about fifteen workers are corralled north of the shaft while strikers wreck and clear debris. they threaten to blow and burn the shaft as serious times loom.
Gilkeson qualified as second comptroller of the treasury today. Samuel Ruby of Iowa serves at the United States consulate in Belfast Ireland. The Island of Crete assembly adopted a resolution of annexation to Greece.
The Times prints P O Sullivan’s confession to police naming those involved in Dr Cronin’s murder. Sullivan allegedly lied repeatedly during questioning, then admitted the plot in the presence of Lake View Mayor Boldenweck and officers, who denied the claim when pressed. Authorities had previously up to now not shied from contradicting facts.
The navy department issued proposals for constructing three cruisers of 2060 tons displacement with at least eighteen knots speed for four hours. Vessels to be finished within two years, payments in twenty installments, cost not to exceed 75000 dollars each excluding speed premium and armament but including equipment.
George Simms has a summons against the Duke of Cambridge and Inspector Robinson for assault after an incident at Ville Mall during a fire brigade review. Simms says the crowd surged, he was pushed, the duke grabbed his throat and tore his collar, and Robinson then hustled him while alleging drunkenness.
The Parnell commission adjourns to June eighteenth. Prisoners Con don and John OConnor may travel to London to testify. Reid for Parnell produced ledgers held by Mrs Maloney treasurer of the Ladies Lane league Dublin. Subpoena issued for Mrs Maloney and records.
The grand jury began an investigation today after the coroner’s jury inspected the blood stained cottage at Lake View. Sullivan the jgemian was arraigned today. The disease war continued without bail. Indictments expected this afternoon amid rumors of arrests that cannot be verified.
At 2 o'clock this morning masked men abducted Mulatton Miu tin from a jail cell and hanged him from the Seventh Street bridge. They dragged him along the street and fled. Earlier, a raid on the Gillis farmhouse left John Gillis and his wife brutalized. the wife remains in critical condition and not expected to survive.
The commission members and leaders of multiple states held a conference this month with General Creok to decide on combining a sleeping and dining car to be retained during negotiations and used as headquarters. The party plans to depart Wednesday.
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