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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1889
Page
2
In Washington territory the constitution clause on woman suffrage will be put to a people vote on October 2. Supporters fear defeat as debates continue and subscription rates are listed in the issue.
The discussion defends libel suits by truth and warns against press suppression. Wyoming taxes coal interests minimally while financing a $5 200 mining inspector and a $3 950 annual bonus, prompting calls for a tax offset. Colorado officials face charges of graft as Arapahoe County officials are accused of taking fees amid a broader legislature report of robbery and rascalities. Neighbors are described as in a bad way.
Wyoming produced about 1.5 million tons of coal last year valued near 3 million dollars. The coal sector contributed 1,250 dollars to the territorial treasury and now pays 1 percent of taxes while the livestock industry provides about 32 percent of public funds.
The New York Times correspondent reports Governor Warren spoke with gentlemen who praised Peck and noted the governor never questioned Peck's integrity. Warren's private opinions remain dignified and not shared with the press, unlike his critics who howl in the dark at his heels.
Reading the first number of The Commonwealth at Jackson Mississippi reveals a strongly opinionated, well edited weekly by Edgars and Wilson. The paper shows snap and enterprise and aims for wide southern circulation with a subscription price of one dollar per year.
The convention yesterday urged keeping the university capitol and other territorial institutions at their current locations for ten years. Members expressed strong sentiment toward a public vote after legislative action to authorize submission, noting the improbability of immediate change.
A writing urges delaying changes for ten years to strengthen legislation for the young state. It argues postponing matters will aid statehood foundations and allow the public to act more intelligently if changes are needed after a decade.
The New York Times dispatch from Wyoming is criticized as baseless, with Dunnell praising the territory and Governor Warren. It notes Warren’s popularity, business interests, and unlikely bid for the Senate, arguing he prefers to stay in Wyoming and run his enterprises.
The convention nears final action after three sessions daily this week. If not finished by Saturday, decisions may push into Monday next week.
The Wyoming constitution proposals include anti bribery rules limiting payoffs among lawmakers. The first legislative session is capped at ninety days, later forty days. Purchases must go to the lowest bidder. Courts cannot credit railroads. Witnesses can be compelled, with no self defense shield. Members must disclose private interests and abstain from related votes.
The Tue Laramie Boomerang continues to publish multiple dispatch columns in each issue but fails to credit Cheyenne papers they lift from, while the editor preaches honesty.
North city streets are being greatly improved by filling low areas with dirt removed from Capitol avenue. The project is inexpensive and aims to properly grade the thoroughfare leading to the Capitol.
The constitution and address to Wyoming residents will form a forty eight page pamphlet. The convention plans printed copies for wide circulation so citizens can decide whether to adopt it.
Since the Chicago and North Western Railroad centralized their repair shops costs fell by forty percent. Union Pacific shops at Cheyenne plan similar restructuring to the Chicago and Northwestern model.
Authorities reveal bonds valued above 300000 dollars ordered destroyed were stolen from the state treasurer’s office feloniously, placed on the market, and are now held by innocent parties.
The piece notes shrinking numbers of servant girls while more females work in stores factories and offices. It cites better treatment in workplaces as the draw away from housework and mentions that wage differences drive the migration from homes to public jobs.
The convention approves a tax method that directs the legislature to levy the tax without fixing a percentage. The Sun praises this equitable revenue choice and urges adopting the flexible approach in future fiscal matters.
The constitution moves to the committee on revision and will be ready for signatures of members next Monday.
The report notes no panty lines drawn during the convention yet observes political bias leaking into the coverage, particularly in how apportionment is described. The text hints at uneven treatment affecting readers' understanding of the process.
The constitution clause on public works does not bar those who have begun naturalization from work. It targets Chirfamen.
The Leader defends the Laramie Boomer and correspondent Mr Chaplin amid public scrutiny. It states the unholy alliance for offensive and defensive aims is understood by the public and will not mislead anyone.
The proposal estimates the annual cost of a proposed territorial government at $50,000 above existing citizen payments. It claims county expenses would drop enough to offset the difference and cover the new cost.
Advocates argue a sixty day leg session would save about $20,000 compared with a ninety day session. Fifteen to forty days is often enough. spending wisely could fund a new normal school building and keep state expenses down.
The Wyoming supreme court disposed of forty seven cases in eight and a half years. If a distinct territorial court existed, each case would cost 1600 dollars. Projected costs suggest nearly 1000 dollars per case if the court’s workload doubles over five years.
Editorial notes an expected Union Pacific extension to New Orleans via Denver Fort Worth Texas and Red River Sabine and Western It cites need for a port and water route market and identifies General Dodge as a driver of the Denver and Fort Worth line and a Union Pacific director.
Article argues Wyoming should become a state with carefully trimmed costs. It notes nearly 800000 in taxes collected this year, says 600000 covers state county, schools, and urges a state government with low taxes for ten years. It cites a territorial government cost of 26000 annually and calls for economy at the constitutional convention.
A blast at the Latin and Rand powder mill in Creysona near Cressona Pa at 1 am killed William Griscom Samuel Stules and Henry Reed and injured several others. The explosion shattered windows in Cressona and the concussion was felt nearby.
Louisville report notes the American Humane association meeting adopting a resolution urging state legislatures to pass laws making dehorning cattle docking horse tails and shooting pigeons from traps penal offenses.
Fragments state legal blanks available for purchase at the university office. Details such as pricing or exact types are unreadable in the fragment. Further clarification from the office is needed.
Washington Sept 26 The commission that toured the Pacific coast for a suitable navy yard site reports the best location is about fifteen miles from Seattle and thirty from Tacoma near labor and supplies. It notes cost concerns and that landowners were asked for written proposals to sell to the government to curb price spikes. The appraisal aims to fairly compensate owners if the property is accepted by March 31 1890.
Brief items include President's Washington trip, Cresco Iowa fire with $100000 loss, Cigar Makers union constitutional revisions in New York, murder case suicide in Smithport jail, socialist John Williams arrest in Lonpos, Rotterdam strike dispersal by police, Burk seeking voyage from London to New York, and Tommy Danforth vs Joe Soto boxing match ending in knockout in the 55th round with a $650 purse.
Curcaco Sept 27 The coroner began an inquest into the deaths from the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific crash at South Englewood. Fireman Lacloche testified Simaphone was not struck until three lengths away and engineer Twombly was sober. Brakeman Witted said Simaphone hit the freight car from half a mile off as the train was ahead of time. The watchman testified the Simaphone light shone before the passenger train stopped.
Ex-Treasurer Burke of Louisiana, in a brief interview, says he plans to depart for America tomorrow. He refuses full details on bond matters but declares his conduct in office was correct and will settle any proven indebtedness to the state.
WasutINGros Sept 27 F L Raworth of Faro Dak has filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission a complaint naming the Northern Pacific Union Pacific Southern Pacific and the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company alleging rate discrimination on Pacific coast sugar to Fargo versus St Paul.
Chicago September 27 cattle receipts reach 10 000 with a slow market. Common cattle lower while best grades top at 4 80 per hundredweight. Steers graded 3 00 to 4 30, stockers 1 90 to 3 09, Texas cattle 1 50 to 3 00, Western cattle around 2.00. Sheep receipts 7 000 natives up to about 4 60 with some bids near 3 50 to 4 10.
Reimund Holzhay known as Black Bart escaped with several other prisoners from the Bessemer county jail this morning after being jailed for a Geogebic stage robbery and a murder. A posse was formed and telegraphed to nearby towns to intercept the fugitives. Bloodhounds were dispatched to track the escapees.
Avian Ga Sept 27 The Calhoun Williamson affair escalates with the arrest of the principals and seconds. Governor Gordon issues a requisition and the two principals are in custody awaiting transfer to Alabama. They face imprisonment for a duel ranging from one to ten years.
Veterans of the Army of Tennessee return home this morning after a banquet that extended late. General O O Howard delivered a rousing peroration praising Atlanta and disparaging the postmaster, amid speeches and tribute to Civil War service.
The speaker argues that law and duty do not lessen for federal officers including a postmaster in Georgia or a judge in California. The crowd responds with tumultuous applause as the point is made.
Report from Wyandotte Kansas details a 1886 Missouri Pacific strike provoked train wrecks and fires. Proceedings describe Knights of Labor involvement and a planned dynamite barge attack halted. Affidavits may force Master Workman Powderly and Secretary Hayes to testify. Local Knights defend as a bluff by Missouri Pacific.
A prominent Union Pacific friend discussed Salt Lake dispatches and denied a southern extension. He said a Utah Central extension will run from either the Frisco or Milford link toward Barstow or Needles with a possible junction to Los Angeles or San Diego. The line aims to develop coal and oil fields, not a coast-to-coast reach, while President Adams faces Southern Pacific opposition.
In Curcaco on Sept 27, Phil Armour sent his lawyer Mr Quinn to Washington to learn how to respond if arrested for contempt for not appearing before the senate beef committee. Quinn reportedly found precedents like Senator Stanford who refused to testify and was left alone. Senator West threatens contempt action and vows to jail Armour if needed.
The Louisville Jockey Club wrapped its fall meeting with fair weather and solid attendance. Buckler captured the great American stallion stakes at three quarters of a mile, Consignee was second, Bon Aire third. Nevada won the mile handicap with Somerset second and Quindaro Belle third. Gracie M won the ao five eighths race with ar L. second and Pilgrim third. Out Bound took the mile and three quarters race, Long Dance second and Metal third. Spectator won the mile and an eighth by a neck but fouled Ten Like, which was disqualified and Ten Like placed first with Antonio second and Plunder third. Time figures noted for each race.
Denver reports Fisher and Nary, two men tied to the Rio Grande express robbery at Thompson Springs Utah, pleaded guilty. Fisher received seven years in the penitentiary and Nary five and a half years.
Alfred Barnett and Allan Pettus met to discuss Carrie Black’s hand. Barnett’s body was found in the woods and Pettus is missing. Carrie Black learned of the murder and killed herself this morning.
Delegates from South and Central America toured Washington today ahead of the international congress. Four delegates were barred from the Lawyers' Club at lunchtime after a morning visit to Dowstown.
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