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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1889
Page
12
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Returns from nearly all precincts in Laramie County show Republican Thomas B. Adams elected to the legislature by an estimated 60 to 80 vote margin. Democrats backed Henry Altman with strong organization and private carriage support amid snow and travel difficulties. The constitution and statehood passage swept in most areas, with light overall territory turnout under 10,000 votes.
Title agony is over and the Etnerions are demoralizing as the ladies of Cheyenne did nobly yesterday. The account highlights the perseverance and respectable performance by Cheyenne women in a demanding contest.
A Mississippi political tidbit notes the Republican ticket being settled quietly without the need for an election. The report emphasizes a seamless resolution avoiding campaign friction and public votes.
Carey declares support rallying Wyoming residents to back a statehood push. He frames the initiative as a major political shift, urging citizen participation and highlighting regional ambitions for state governance.
A Mountaineer report notes attendees were pleasantly surprised to find Governor Warren appearing without symbols or horns, challenging prior expectations about his image. The remark highlights attendees’ reaction to the governor’s appearance.
Lanpki advances a statehood bid despite opposition from the C fp fer. The scene centers on political maneuvering and public debate surrounding the measure. Supporters frame the proposal as a milestone while opponents warn of potential risks.
A remark argues that greater voter participation would have strengthened the statehood cause, even if it meant facing stronger opposition. The comment underscores the value of broader engagement in the political process.
Wyoming voters approved the constitution by a strong margin. many citizens did not bother to vote, making the result seem foregone.
Returns from the state elections are meager and unsatisfactory but Mahone is knocked out in Virginia. The result is believed to benefit the Republican party.
The report notes Hill sought to control the New York state ticket and secure allies in the legislature to wield influence over selections for the forthcoming national Democratic convention.
A two column account portrays Governor Warren’s Fre mont county visit and his address to the people of Lander on statehood. The piece notes strong loyalty to the territorial chief executive, despite some public differences among residents.
A collage of quotes from Agrippa Storrs Campbell and others contrasts enlightened citizenship with dangers of corruption in modern governance. It notes journalism as a powerful influencer and cites Webster and Bennett on the role of public opinion and government.
The Vanderbilt family appears to respond following developments with Union Pacific, signaling a strategic or financial maneuver. No further details are provided in the accessible text.
President Harrison issues a formal proclamation admitting the Da kotas nation. The act formalizes recognition and entry into the broader political framework amidst ceremonial events and official assertions of status.
The American cotton oil trust reported a earnings total of about 1 455 751 for the past year, highlighting strong returns for shareholders and steady demand in the refined oil sector.
The article notes that opponents and allies alike offer slimly reliable depictions of Aatan, signaling a tense campaign environment where truthfulness is contested and perceptions shift with each statement.
Government debt falls to 15 965 944 21 as of mid June 1889, reflecting a steady reduction from earlier levels. The report notes ongoing fiscal tightening and lower outstanding obligations cited in official returns.
Republicans faced transport shortages in Cheyenne yesterday but managed to arrive anyway ensuring participation and momentum for the campaign.
A brief note reflects relief that the Democratic doodle was not allowed to capture Montana, suggesting political efforts were thwarted and regional results remained in local hands.
The report notes strong rebuke of Montana Democrats following a disputed election. It frames the defeat as disgraceful and asserts only victory can cure fraud allegations, emphasizing political rhetoric and the need for success to restore credibility.
A note states that the tax co federation between the Union Pacific and Northwestern railways forms a far stronger binding than typical railroad combinations, implying tighter coordination or regulation.
Governor Warren will select a committee empowered to act with the convention’s committee to press the statehood campaign at the capital. The move signals coordinated action toward federal consideration.
A new town in Crook county makes rapid progress and Burlington residents predict Newcastle's population will rise within three years. A Douglas attorney R H Vosburgh writes to The Sen that he will publish the first issue of the Acro next week at Newcastle.
The bound of county commissioners met in a regular session yesterday morning and adjourned today after a short session. The county treasurer reported the payment of a warrant by Converse county amounting to $900. Some licenses were reported and other routine matters were attended to before adjournment.
New York City reports indicate Republican leads for secretary of state and comptroller in early districts while Democratic gains appear statewide outside New York City. Brooklyn and Kings County totals favor Rice and Gilbert respectively as Champe n is re elected mayor of Brooklyn. Overall, statewide patterns resemble 1887 results with Republican leads in some districts and Democratic strength in others.
The Times-Star Republican reports Governor Foraker holding his own amid a bitter campaign. Across Hamilton County Campbell leads by about 4 000 to 5 000 with Foraker ahead in 11 precincts outside Cincinnati. Prohibitionists gain statewide while labor trends hurt Republicans. Lake County bucked this, giving Foraker 2 487 Campbell 932 as returns come in. Republican control of the legislature and a Republican U S Senate seat appear likely.
Reports across the state indicate the Australian system works well, quick deposits, and slowing returns. In Boston precincts Russell leads Brackett by about 4,400 with 27,908 to 23,510 as many towns outside Boston shift the margin. Overall counts show Brackett ahead in outer towns while Russell drops in Boston.
The report notes a disruption at Glabe’s precinct with a mob attempting to break into the polling place. A pistol fired by an officer or participant wounded a colored man in the crowd, but the injury is not believed fatal as authorities restored order.
The Jerald reports Democrats carry every city precinct with Larrabee and Boies leading in key wards. The State tegester notes a slight 1887 Republican loss overall while local results show Hutchinson approaching a 6,000 plurality. State Register at midnight indicates strong Democratic gains in several counties as Republicans falter in the northwest.
Philadelphia reports a light voter turnout with Henry K. Boyer leading the state treasurer race. Early returns from twenty seven counties indicate a republican gain of about 25 000 with Boyer likely surpassing 60 000 in plurality. In Allegheny County the tally suggests a strong republican showing for the state treasurer race despite a weak ticket.
Jersey City and Newark reports show an unusually heavy vote with both sides claiming victory. Democrats hail Abbott as elected governor as returns come in across the state.
In St Louis on November 11 1887 anarchists urge fellow workers to rally for social revolution. Circulars warn of brutal police actions and praise past violence while urging a divide of good and evil under a radical banner.
In Central City Colorado on November 5, miner Edward Eva died after being lowered into the Saratoga mine. His body was found at the bottom of the shaft about 150 feet below the 250 foot level, following an apparent misstep after leaving the cage. No witness to the fall.
The Pan Americans toured Clifton manufactories and polling sites this morning. They observed orderly election procedures and quiet scenes at the polls. After visiting the board of elections headquarters and witnessing returns, they held an informal reception and later departed for Pittsburgh.
In the first precinct of the fifteenth ward a fight between John Apple fusionist and William Driscoll Democrat ended with Apples death from injuries. Driscoll held for murder while other assaults occurred with no serious injuries. City returns show Boughman Democrat re-elected state comptroller by about 11 000 votes.
General Mahone was arrested in Peterssyre Virginia after a shooting incident in front of his house. Herbert P. Harrison and companions were lighting fireworks when the incident occurred. Mahone denies firing and Mayor Collier investigates. Harrison suffered a non serious wound.
Articles of incorporation for the Rio Grand Southern Railway were filed in Denver with the road to run 160 miles from Dalles in Ouray county to Telluride Rice and Durango. Capitalization is 4,000,000 dollars. Work to commence at once. Incorporators include M. D. Thatcher Fred Watson John L. McNeil John Cooper and Otto Mears.
Omans reports a heated local election with heavy scratching by both sides. Definite returns are delayed as the state has not yet issued results.
Dispatches from multiple cities indicate a strong democratic majority across Virginia with McKinney elected and the legislature tilting Democratic. Early returns from one-fourth of the state show a gain of about 10,000 votes over 1888 presidential results, with several districts noting large increases in Democratic support.
Dr. Henry Wilson reports from Kentucky on horses trained with wire bustles to alter their tails for style and performance. John Hughes offered an $8 500 buggry horse with bustle training. buyers pay premium for gait and speed, then resell at higher prices.
The president pardoned John A. Kimball convicted of violating postal laws and sentenced in May 1882 to two years hard labor. Kimball, son of General Nathan Kimball of Ogden Utah, had never served his sentence as its execution was suspended.
Charles Roberts a noted ranchman from the Rio Grande valley was fatally shot by one of his cowboys in a San Marcial saloon last night. Accused of trickery in settling accounts the men drew and fired simultaneously. Roberts was struck below the heart and died. The cowboy fled on a horse.
Cattle receipts 6500 with market steady for best cattle and dull for others. Beeves bring 4.40 to 4.00 per hundredweight, steers 2.80 to 4.35, stockers 1.50 to 2.40, Texas cattle 1,502.75, Western rangers 1.7 to 3.50. Sheep receipts 6000 with market steady natives 2.75 to 5.00, western 3.50 to 4.25, Texans 3.40 to 4.10. London cable reports heavy cattle supply and steady prices at 12.7 cents per pound dead weight for medium to choice.
The article describes the Johnstown flood's fury and the extensive damage. It notes the Pennsylvania Railroad focusing its efforts on repair work, with many walls rebuilt and infrastructure rebuilt, but overall reconstruction far from finished weeks after the disaster.
Denver voters cast a light turnout in the county officers and two district judges election amid cold cloudy weather. Three tickets, Republican Democratic and People's, faced off with substantial scratching. early sentiment suggests the Republican ticket may be defeated.
The Southern Exposition in Moxrooming Alabama opens today with machinery set to go at noon. President Harrison will touch the wire key in Washington to activate the connected machinery hall.
A humorous dialogue from a wit storey features a young lady debating a bonnet for herself and quipping about change. The exchange hints at social roles and generational expectations in a Herald column style.
Thomas Fortune, a prominent Black leader, issues a call for Afro-American leagues nationwide to meet in Nashville on January 6 to form a national league. The gathering aims to coordinate clubs across the country under a unified federation.
President Harrison appointed G. Sayre of Indiana to the Cherokee commission on November 5, replacing the late John F. Hartrantt. The change follows Hartrantt's death and maintains the commission's continuity in government policy.
Minnie Palmerston the music hall singer and actress has been central in a divorce case over bigamy. Her two ex husbands discovered she had a third, leading to decrees this year and yesterday her first husband Lawyer Bradsley filed for divorce after testifying to the bigamy.
In Newauran Highland Falls Jim Daly of Philadelphia knocked out Bill Gabin of Pittsburg after eleven fierce rounds claiming a hard fought victory. In Toronto Jake Kilrain defeated John I Scholes in four rounds under Queensberry rules with Scholes in good shape and Kilrain appearing fat and defensive.
Massachusetts leans Republican while New York’s Democratic ticket is elected. By 5 p.m. Mahone appears defeated in Virginia. Quay reports Ohio tight and Virginia still Democratic. In Columbus one precinct shows Foraker scratched by twenty Republicans with the GOP vote about one hundred short.
General Mahone reports to the Washington Post that Rev H W Dickerson a colored minister was barred from entering a lunatic asylum and later faced ballot delays at his polling place. He cites rush delays at Petersburg sixth ward predicting continued fraud with over 200 voters still waiting at 3 pm after starting at 7 am.
In Frederick Maryland this afternoon a violent election riot broke out at a Woodshoro district polling place. The county constable was shot the judge driven from the room and the ballot box seized. Opposing factions faced off and exchanged fire as the sheriff and a posse moved toward the scene.
Representative Reed of Putman was part of a legislative committee inspecting an asylum. During a night spent there he companions with a fair detainee who recognizes him as a member of the legislature, noting his unfamiliarity yet recalling his status. The anecdote highlights social slips amid official business.
A passerby in East street reports a comic scene from the New Haven Palladium: a man and wife walk with a bouncing baby and a ten quart pail. The man takes the child into the pail after tiring of holding it, while the wife holds the other side of the pail and they continue trudging with the weight shared between them.
Fragments of intermented cakes were found in a Swiss lake crete. The artifacts are linked to the avalitnie age of the world.
The article notes a weekly collection for the Washington memorial arch in New York reaching about eighty cents, while wealthy donors are expected to continue contributing generously.
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