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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1889
Page
2
The report notes a progovernment margin over 25 000 in Connecticut with a promotion setback. Union Pacific stock hovered around 6454 in trading and new workmen joined Omaha shops. An expert review of a Rev A W Williams constitution drew praise.
A sensational report claimed consolidation of the Wisconsin Central by Henry Villard and Colby, but a later contradiction sparked public doubt as rumors of railroad combinations flood readers.
In a period of hardship the article notes infantry posts as reliable work, highlighting army life as providing steady pay and savings if soldiers avoid drinking. Lieutenant Schwater estimates 8000 to 12000 cliff dwellers remain in southern Chihuahua, described as wild and shy. They flee to caves or cliff faces when approached by whites, using notched sticks as handholds on near vertical walls.
Senator Frank Hiscock of New York says New York will no longer be the decisive state in presidential battles. He predicts the Republican Party can proceed without New York’s help though it will stay loyal.
The Omaha Republican notes the congressman served primarily for revenue purposes, implying his role centered on financial matters rather than broader duties.
The constitution is expected to reduce county officer salaries by about 47000 dollars each year. Democrats show slight relief from Tanner and Montanner but remain dissatisfied.
A historical note states that before turning 18, all children must attend school for at least three years in the state of Wyoming. The rule is presented as a legal requirement affecting minors and families within Wyoming.
The article notes W. S. Jenks obtaining a patent for his desert land claims despite earlier unfavorable reports by Colonel George two years prior.
One report says Samuel J Randall is very ill while another notes a slow recovery. He was due to depart for Washington yesterday to stay there for the winter.
The Cleveland administration upheld civil service law as 356 of 367 Republican clerks and carriers left by the Arthur administration were dismissed by Democratic postmasters in Baltimore.
President Mackey of the Mackey railroad system plans an inspection by foot. He started from Mt. Vernon Illinois and aims to cover four hundred miles on foot rather than travel in a special car with a junketing party.
The document notes that to limit state government expenses, several territorial offices will be omitted. No territorial stenographer or attorney general is provided for, mining inspector and geologist duties are consolidated, and the lieutenant governor’s office is removed.
The town endures extreme cold and shortage of shelter and clothing. Numerous deaths occur weekly as floodrelated illnesses rise. Red Cross Hospital reports twenty two typhoid fever cases amid ongoing hardship.
The Den ver Texas and Fort Worth Railway company is largely held by Union Pacific interests. Prospects favor Union Pacific gaining control soon. The water route to the east from the Texas coast attracts attention, with Union Pacifics Panhandle Texas route seen as strategically important.
The Union Pacific likely will propose building an iron viaduct to city authorities soon. If the public indebtedness law for cities were amended the project could gain easy funding by deducting city owned real estate and water works from its indebtedness.
A Pittsburg business source warns natural gas supplies scarce for mills and argues gas is too precious to waste. He says Indiana Ohio and Northern Pennsylvania districts show gas firms will sell by meter only, signaling a shift to economy and weekday use for manufacturing.
A speaker argues that gas companies push up prices to keep gas supply scarce, forcing factories to revert to coal. He claims manufacturers across the Ohio Valley, Indiana, and Northern Pennsylvania plan a return to coal as natural gas becomes unaffordable and treated as a luxury.
Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt reports daily findings on Cleveland reform. In Baltimore’s post office under Postmasters Brown and Veazey, both Cleveland appointees, 367 carriers and clerks from the Arthur era face removal except 11. Payrolls show campaign assessments, with an estimated 7000 dollars raised by employees last fall.
The Sun features interviews with J M Carey and Bishop Burke urging a full turnout for the November 5 election. They stress statehood links to the constitution and Wyoming’s development, calling for broad support to ease congressional enabling action and strengthen the vote.
The Newark forecast from Tuesday’s vote suggests South Dakota and Washington will almost certainly be Republican in 1892, North Dakota likely, Montana possibly. Republicans may win ten of thirteen electoral votes, possibly all, reshaping national power without New York New Jersey or Connecticut. The piece notes a shift from guardianship to sovereignty for new states and highlights the change in governance from federal appointment to self rule.
The passage notes that territories lack a voice in selecting the chief magistrate while predicting a historic day when Dakotas Montana and Washington will vote for president. It lauds President Harrison for supporting their admission to statehood and calls his Senate fight to admit them a gallant effort.
The next Knights Templar conclave will be held in Denver on the second Tuesday in August 1892.
Governor Mellette issues a proclamation convening the South Dakota legislature for October 15 to elect two United States senators.
The Chicago Tribune states the causes of cheap food in the United States appear beyond control and, without wars or European crop failures, a low price range is expected for a time.
The Chicago Tribune notes the Gladstonian home rulers’ success in the English Petersborough borough and announces an equally important victory in the combined counties of Elgin and Nairn in Scotland.
Tur Leader argues each party should nominate a candidate for the house to increase electoral participation. He contends this could yield a stronger representative than a compromise candidate.
The article notes open revolt in Maryland New York and New Jersey as reformist stances challenge party leaders. It describes a malodorous condition in Jersey politics signaling broader anti-boss sentiment across the region.
Official results report 89,500 total votes in North Dakota. Republican congress candidate S Brough leads by 15,000. Republican governor candidate Miller at 12,600. Prohibition supporters hold an 11,000 majority. Constitutional vote passes with 80 percent in favor.
Edison returns from Paris saying the show featured many electrical devices but little truly new. He is impressed by a steam engine tested there yet criticizes the layout and lack of live industrial demonstrations. Chauncey Depew’s remark about the American exhibit is noted, referencing Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show and the banquet.
The account describes a group visiting an exposition, wrapping themselves in a large American flag at the entrance to the American department and carrying it home in a vest pocket. It contrasts American and French elevator engineering, noting the Eiffel Tower hosts a French elevator while an American factory built the safer lift that could rise along the curve.
Boston sees a sharp rise in ocean cattle freights to Liverpool with October to December shipments at 85 to 95 shillings per head. Ships like Oxenholme and Istrian carry cattle and dress beef, while English firms rush to meet growing demand. Trade growth between Boston and Liverpool could influence cattle prices in Chicago Kansas City and Denver.
E J Healey known as Tex a stock thief gang member was captured at Dana Carbon county and brought to Cheyenne by Deputy Sheriff J Donnell. Sheriff Williams of Douglas will turn him over to Sheriff Rogers of Crook county in Sundance to await grand jury action. Officers credited for energy and cleverness.
The Reynolds Post outlines a November 6 7 fair at Keefe's Hall with an executive committee led by George J. Lamb N J O'Brien E S Smith W O Smith A A Mayer Charles Boulter W P Carroll J S Bartlett J A Apperson Capt Garrity and Capt Bennett of the Seventeenth Infantry The proceeds support needy soldiers widows and orphans and the public is urged to attend.
An odd note from Casper discusses a figure nicknamed the Chronic Kicker tied to the Casper Mall. The piece questions grasp of statehood in Cheyenne and mocks held beliefs, suggesting a need to suspend prejudice to act.
The article argues statehood brings benefits beyond Cheyenne, noting home rule will aid Fremont and other developing counties with mineral resources. It emphasizes growing populations gain legal influence and a say in state officers, praising the new constitution for favoring new counties over Laramie. It ends urging Lydin to stop opposing the change.
Miss Birdie and A Z Washburn faced the Edmunds Tucker charge after a night together in Washburns rooms. Washburn was bound over for grand jury action. bonds were posted and he was released. The case highlights Birdies troubling influence and uncertain fate.
A Railroad Commission visit in Laramie met a delegation of leading citizens. The Lar amie Moomerang reports stirring support for Wyoming statehood from Senators Morgan Platt Hearst Davis Frye and Dawes. They urged prompt action and large voter turnout for the constitutional referendum.
The Stockade Yournal relocates to Newcastle and becomes the Newcastle Yournal. Chief Justice Van Devanter weighs C. V. Trumble's new trial, undecided if held in Douglas or Cheyenne. Valentine Baker buys Mass stock of stationery and sells it in job lots near Ellis bakery on Eddy street. A $100 bill robbery report is questioned. Mark Twain drafts a satire titled The Adventures of a Connecticut Yankee In the Court of King Arthur. Captain Jack Crawford tours Trinidad with Apache show, returning to Arizona reservation and may lead 100 wild Indians to an expo if Chicago or St Louis fair committees invite it.
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