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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1889
Page
2
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Editorial notes quote party performance across states, counties, and towns. Mentions Union Pacific stock, constitution endorsements, election results in Iowa Ohio and Wyoming, lynching in Sweetwater, Australian voting, and a murder case from Robert Burnett with prosecution details. The piece reflects party battles, local measures, and press commentary.
An Iowa editor argues that the rule of prohibition relies on Democrat gains to restore balance. He claims reform efforts burden the party and that a “dose of democracy” will purify politics, warning immigration shifts may hinder further prohibition. He predicts a stronger Republican majority in the next presidential election.
Grover Crieve spoke with President Harrison yesterday and hinted at differences over the causes of recent democratic victories. The Omaha Bee notes Foraken’s poor image, saying his interference in Cincinnati local matters drew a strong rebuke and helped his opponent gain a majority.
The public shows little interest in the newspaper wrangles while the constitution vote in Laramie County nears 2300. Hill's success in New York boosts him ahead of Cleveland in the political contest.
Tax lawyers will get a snug slice of Tilden's fortune as the New York supreme court yesterday reversed the prior ruling in the will case and ordered a new trial. Tilden was himself a lawyer and understood the value of a substantial fee.
Cheyenne fulfilled her duty by polling a large vote and endorsing the constitution. She also supported electing a Republican to the legislature and received unexpected compliments from a notable source. The remarks were warmly received, marking a rare commendation.
Papers across the territory note weekly progress toward a link between the Cheyenne and Northern and the Wyoming Central. The terminal sits in the familiar canyon about forty miles from Glenrock.
The The Tur Curyvenne Weexty Sus notes a rising interest in a town near Elk Mountain tied to a proposed extension of the Burlington line. It signals future development and growth potential along the new rail corridor.
The writing is described as abusive and self indulgent. The piece scrutinizes the leader’s late career and questions the motives behind continuing personal journalism.
The Sun notes that fifteen months ago the statehood campaign began and foresaw two more years of agitation before admission.
The article notes Mahone leading in Virginia by a margin of 42715 votes with opponents claiming they had ballot access to rival totals and could have doubled those figures.
In each county where the issue was presented, resubmission carried the day, signaling the dawn of common sense as Kansas prepares to lay aside prohibition statewide.
The Sun reports Mahone is set to lose in Virginia as he lacks support from both white and colored Republicans in the state. The political divide highlights divisions within party ranks and signals a challenging outcome for his campaign.
After the election the focus shifts to improving the city and boosting its future prospects. Officials suggest next year will bring notable progress and positive change for the community.
Switzerland apologized to the United States for the unwarranted arrest of five American tourists and the apology was accepted. The remark about using naval force is not supported by official action.
Epior HaAyrorp of the Lara mie Sentinel assisted the prosecution leading to a conviction to the extreme limit of the law. The piece laments that more editors are not retained by the state for such work.
Raum, newly appointed pension commissioner, says his war wounds qualify him for government bounty but he has never applied for help. He claims to live without pension and aims to set a strong example for others. Springfield Republicay.
Reports from Lower Horse Creek Matrick Phillips and Hawk Springs show the republican nominee T B Adams fourteen votes ahead in a close race. The Sun credits Adams for winning despite a strong opponent and without spending money. Altman is noted as a stronger figure than his party, signaling GOP prudence.
A quarrel between switchmen near the Union Pacific depot ended with Gerald Clune attacking William Johnson. Clune struck Johnson twice or thrice, blackening his eye, and chased him to Van Taseel's warehouse before Johnson escaped to safety. Police arrested Clune after a struggle at Dutch John's saloon. Johnson sustained a black eye and minor injuries.
The Denver Republican reports H B Kelly of Cheyenne says Wyoming cattle prospects are highly favorable this year. Irrigation and water access spur new ranching, farming, and population growth in Sabille valley, Chugwater creek, and towns along Sweetwater and Rattlesnake creeks. Roads and stage lines improve access, boosting comfort, housing, and domestic markets as the territory nears statehood.
A young man from the Green Isles, named Willie, came to Cheyenne two months ago. Struck by consumption, he found Christian friends at the Y M C A and was cared for by A A Christie and his wife. He spoke of Liverpool but chose to die where he had found faith and comfort, passing peacefully after a devout life.
Thursday afternoon the community mourned William Steel aged 22 who died after a weary battle. Rev A Bright led prayers and the Meth Episcopal choir sang before his ashes rest in the city of the dead. Teary friends bid farewell as mourners prayed for peace for those beyond the sea and the stranger within our gates.
An adjourned meeting chaired by Mayor Riner reported no major business. The sewerage deal with Fort D. A. Russell, cemetery building bond for J D Brill, and Frank Dana's city clerk bond were discussed or filed or referred. Robins ordered south side crossings and north side five foot walks on front of lots 1-11 in block 472. Plans for Snyder street subway referred to Union Pacific. Jenks and Merrill added to finance committee pro tem. Bills audited and forms updated.
The Carbon town tally shows a2 votes for the constitution and 3o against it. At Rock Creek, all election officers but one were women and conducted the election. St Moomerang reports twelve votes for the constitution and three against.
The Tennis Club held its annual election at the club building on Thursday night. H. E. B. Teschemacher was chosen president J. D. Freeborn was named vice president and Lockwood Hebard took the role of secretary and treasurer. The club reports a prosperous condition and anticipates many forthcoming tournaments on their courts.
Large crowds attended the Grand Army Fair last evening enjoying auctions raffles and contests. Prizes included furniture sets a lemon aide silver set and a smoking set with bids and votes rising to about 900 for the popular preacher cushion. Proceeds surpassed $300 tonight and overall three day totals approach $1 000 for Cheyenne’s successful event.
The Salvation Army hosted a banquet for Captain Richardson and Captain Ida Stacy with 400 guests. Major Gay and twenty soldiers plus a brass band arrived from Denver to join the ceremony at Salvation Army hall officiated by Father Marble. The crowd filled Armory and hall for prayers, music, and a grand reception followed by a wedding supper.
The Sun carried early reports on the trials and convictions of Black at Laramie and Golden at Rawlins, plus coverage of the Foreman murder at Sweetwater. Adame is generally elected to the legislature with a few precincts pending. Seven cattle cars will be shipped from Kelly's station as Keller travels north to manage the shipment.
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