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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1889
Page
4
An unexpected surge lifted Union Pacific shares by 69 percent yesterday, prompting market chatter about momentum and potential sector shifts. The report notes strong investor interest and questions about drivers behind the rapid increase.
In France workers endure eleven and twelve hour days and receive only a half day off on Sunday, highlighting strenuous schedules and restricted weekly rest.
The type founders organize a trust and expect an advance in type within a few weeks. Mrs. Foster’s stand receives warm endorsement from Iowa WCTU branches. Union Pacific to share Burlington depot at Lincoln starting today. Tuk Memphis switchmen strike for higher wages. Mavericks sold in Colorado to fund schools. plan appears effective.
The fast mail train is put on and run without regard to passenger traffic marking the first time the railway post office controlled the running of trains between San Francisco and Ogden.
The article notes the establishment of a Brazilian republic in a day without bloodshed as a remarkable and peaceful transition marking a notable era. It underscores the era’s peaceful nature and the significance of such a monumental change.
Ex-President Hayes spoke in Nashville yesterday urging reform of the jury system. He reiterated familiar criticisms but with renewed force, calling for attention to his arguments in the morning paper readers.
The Landers Mountaineer reports Samoan F Montgomery faces charge for the killing of young B F Fordham. The paper warns the probabilities suggest Montgomery may have planned and carried out the murder and theft himself if Any Wats involved.
The New York era sent a delegate to beat Nellie Bly on her around the world voyage. Cosmopolitan began a young woman westward with only fifteen minutes notice. Nellie Bly aims for seventy two days. Governor Warren’s interior report will serve as an immigration guide and district reference. An elegant territorial map will accompany the issued report, valuable to readers.
The Denver to Cheyenne special train promises quick newspaper delivery to Rawlins and Rock Springs. It will arrive in Laramie at 11 a.m. and reach Rock Springs by breakfast time, though 6 p.m. is a long wait for residents 250 miles away.
A late change at Union Pacific elevates Mr. d omax to the role of general passenger leader, signaling a shift in management emphasis. The move places him at the forefront of passenger services and operations amid broader railroad reforms.
The Sun presents Land Commissioner Groff’s letter as a favorable reading of the timber law while Congress can amend the statute. It notes the office seeks to aid bona fide settlers and would not recommend action against those with insufficient timber on sparsely settled timbered lands.
Rock Springs Independent notes Evanston aims to build a street railway to connect with an Army line five miles away. It reports a wave of departures since the Sweetwater lynching left fourteen men branded as stock thieves and rustlers. Timbuctoo town grows fast in a large oil district with 25 lots sold at 200 each, and it houses the Nebraska and Colorado oil company. Tombstones mark officers and soldiers from the Fetterman massacre on Massacre hill, moved from Piney to the Custer battlefield area less than a year ago.
The Brazilian revolution appears limited with an emperor replaced by a president yet retaining French language culture and Catholic dominance. Don Pedro, aged near eighty, remains revered as Brazil shifts toward a French styled republic. Secretary Blane promotes US manufacturing appeal while Brazil misses Pan-American and marine conferences amid home government changes.
The passage notes that papers in the country did not discredit early Brazilian news nor the republic’s establishment. It argues that the trend of events pointed toward a peaceful change, serving as evidence that the people were ready.
City leaders warn that 300 skilled machinists and their families will settle in Cheyenne by February. Stable housing at $15 to $25 monthly is urged now to accommodate permanent workers, avoid eastward family dispersal, and sustain local commerce.
The Mountaineer reprints criticism of Governor Moonlight and his administration. The piece argues Republicans pressured for officeholders while Moonlight clashed with his party during the last legislative session. It notes initial nominations were rejected and questions the council’s handling of appointments amid party dynamics.
Readers praise the Wyoming notices for their uplifting tone and courteous language. The page reflects community appreciation and a sense of local pride in the region.
The eastern press reports on statehood developments while OMAMA papers fade as Denver dailies grow. Germany holds interests in Brazil that could be harmed by the recent flop in events.
The liberals in Salt Lake City exert effort to defeat the Mormon faction in the upcoming election. The clash signals regional political tension as groups align on ideological lines.
Union Pacific shares rise to 7058, reaching a multi year peak as investors push the stock higher, marking a notable rally in the railroad giant's market value.
The Denver News yesterday ran four columns focusing on Wyoming and printed alleged representations attributed to Governor Warren, Mayor Riner, and Postmaster Masi.
The Mountaineer opposes removing Democrats who hold office under Carrison, citing his preference for publishing land notices he receives from the Evanston land office.
Jere Davis argues that protection is unconstitutional in a Belford’s Magazine article defending the Democratic Party’s tariff stance. He contends tariff protection conflicts with constitutional limits and presents reasoning aimed at legitimizing a free trade approach within the party.
SuuGGerR Sullivan and Peter Jackson, both prominent boxers, are widely viewed as likely rivals for a major prizefight. Many believe a decisive thrashing would benefit Sullivan greatly, with discussions intensifying over potential matchups and public interest rising.
Governor F E Warren writes General Brooks asking transfer of Fort Laramie records to the Wyoming capital upon abandonment. He cites strong reasons for the proposed move and urges action to preserve state archives.
A fourth class post office in Wyoming Territory is named Grover with Thurman appointed postmaster. The duo failed to catch on in 1888 but appear to be gaining traction in 1889.
An amusing account from a Delaware county tells of a man who received a horning for marrying within a month of his wife's death. He told serenaders it showed poor taste to raid a home so soon after the funeral.
The New York Herald warns Governor Hill about the fragility of presidential nominations. It quotes that history shows the process is capricious and that eager plotting often ends in disappointment and failure.
John F. E. McGrath reports from the Alaska survey expedition dated August 16 and 21 about Yukon progress, arctic climate contrasts, and harsh frontier life. He notes abundant game, frozen ground at depth, warm days, mosquitos, and miners facing hard times while frontier communities aid each other.
An official states Union Pacific and Denver Texas Fort Worth have consolidated. another source says papers were signed in New York. The deal is described as more than a traffic agreement, implying control of the Fort Worth road, with details being prepared and not yet public.
Fremont and Albany county treasurers warn warrants likely unpaid for up to eighteen months. The Sun notes a 6 percent negotiable bond plan to redeem county indebtedness, redeemable at par, promising significant interest savings under a recent act.
The forthcoming legislative session will tackle curtailing county and territorial expenses, irrigation questions, stock law reforms, ballot reforms, fair taxation including coal and minerals, public expenditure limits, and consideration of statehood.
Peter Koch testified Kunze met Coughlin in the Triangle to uncover authors of the Lynch distillery explosion. James Highland and Jeremiah drank sherry with O Sull ivan near Carlson cottage on the murder night to contradict Nehman who said O Sullivan Coughlin and Kunze drank there.
The National Grange session in Sacramento on November 16 elected J. H. Brigham of Ohio as master, Hiram Hawkins of Alabama as overseer, Mortimer Whitehead of Texas as chaplain, E. W. Davis of California as steward, F. M. Dowell of New York as assistant steward, John T. Rimbel of Washington as treasurer, John T. Rimble as secretary, and A. E. Page of Missouri as gatekeeper.
Constantinople reports Moussa Bey a Kurdiah chief charged with outrages upon Christians in Armenia has been imprisoned. His trial is set for November 23.
The Pan-American Congress met at noon with Secretary Blaine presiding. Brazilian delegates were the only notable absentees. The session focused on organizational business and adjourned until Wednesday.
A man claiming to be Engel from Chicago shot and killed Hath a hotel waitress at midday and then killed himself. The alleged motive cited was the waitress's rejection of his marriage proposal.
Conductor and driver staff on Deacon Richardson's four Brooklyn lines walked out this morning amid long standing discontent. Strict duties and frequent discharges prompted the strike after eight men were fired and not reinstated. No disturbances reported yet.
The Minneapolis jury in the Collom forgery case reported they could not agree after 71 hours of deliberation with eight voting for acquittal and four for conviction. The judge ordered the defendant to return tomorrow to decide disposition. It emerged that a vote-delivery offer had been sent to John Blaisdell, the defendant, a fact acknowledged by the prosecuting attorney who declined to explain.
Sergeant Oliver Tims of the Thirtieth precinct says in a Volks Zeitung interview that one in five New York police are socialist or anarchist. The Herald prints a translation and urges an investigation as Inspector Byrnes promises to review the matter.
Heavy rain uncovers widespread floods from Schuylkill to Juniata and Canistro rivers. Streets and cellars flood in Schuylkill, Elmira, and Long Branch areas as railways suffer washouts and bridges wash away. New York and New Jersey towns report extensive damage and rising waters.
On November 19 in Wasurncron the secretary of the treasury ruled that all monies shipped by the treasury are government funds. Therefore the United States Express Company must transport disputed deposits to national banks at government rates. The company accepted the decision, pleasing bankers.
Captain Ellsworth of Hartford claims to have invented smokeless powder exciting European military interest. He is in Wastuncron to urge the government to test the powder thoroughly for possible purchase and states he sold exclusive rights to a German agent for all countries except the United States, Mexico, and Central America.
In Bismarck on November 19 the legislature organized by the Republican caucus slate and adjourned to caucus for United States senator. G. A. Lerce was chosen for one of the senatorships in the caucus, with two ballots for the second place failing to produce a result. The final ballot showed M. Johnson 26, P. J. McCumber 14, N. G. Ordway 10.
Washington November 19 President appoints Willis Sweet of Idaho as associate justice of Idaho's supreme court. The decision follows his long legal career and service in the state.
Montanat November 19. Monsignor Soa toll a papal delegate denies the recent statement that Rome would take the ban against Free Masons and other secret societies.
The investigation into Mormon obligation resumed before Judge Anderson. The defense presented extensive documentary evidence arguing the church was not disloyal.
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