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Cheyenne Weekly Sun

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1889

Page

4

Three Month Weather Forecast Brief

A brief forecast notes upcoming months with expected weather patterns. It lists a three month span and highlights notable conditions for agriculture and planning.

Siamese king arrives in Paris in a royal visit

The king of Siam has reached Paris in a historic royal visit, described as an improvement by some observers over the Persian shah. The journey signals stronger ties between Siam and Europe as officials prepare formal receptions.

King of Siam Paris Persia

Portugal’s king incapacitated with limited life expectancy

Reports say the monarch is paralyzed from the waist down and given only a few weeks to live. Medical authorities warn the condition may trigger a rapid decline and prompt succession arrangements.

Tnking Portugal

Waterbury Votes Wet in Overwhelming Result

In Waterbury Connecticut residents approved a wet measure by a decisive margin, effectively ending local dry status and allowing alcohol sales to resume or continue. The city moved to normalize liquor services following the vote.

Waterbury, Conn Waterbury

Historian Bancnor Claims Horseback Riding Restores Youth

Historian Bancnor asserts he feels as strong as sixty years ago and credits horseback riding as the best elixir of youth. He emphasizes regular riding as a key to maintained vitality and agility.

Bancnor

Epison Impresses English Elite With Conservatism

Thomas A. Epison won esteem in England through steadfast conservatism. He shuns society and resists lionization, a stance that boosts his dignity in the eyes of the exclusive British. He came from means but the circle could not claim him.

Thomas A. Epison England

Millionaires of New York Commit Funds for World Fair

New York’s wealthy back the world fair with 285000 dollars then question the burden of the effort. The city’s riches are described as possessing rather than owned by the donors, reflecting tension between wealth and civic project.

New York

Iron market firmness boosts 1920s business tone

The review lauds Dun's commercial stance as money market strain curbs reckless speculation. It notes the iron market remains firm with higher prices and greater output than last year, seen as the foundation for other markets.

Dun

Heavy cattle arrivals flood Chicago markets at low prices

The report notes a heavy run of cattle into Chicago with lean natives, Texans, and rangers arriving in large numbers and selling at the lowest prices. Texas and northern ranges supply about half. canning trade absorbs much of the bulk. Prime natives are scarce and buyers seek top quality, with prices reaching $5 for a 1,436-pound native and other lots at $4.55 to $4.95.

Chicago Texas

Connecticut Election Reform Brings Quiet Voting Privacy

The World reports the Australian voting law in Connecticut reduced observation and intimidation. Voters went to private booths, sealed ballots in official envelopes, and cast ballots unseen, with access restricted from others within thirty feet. The new system is praised for secrecy and independence in a climate of previous coercion.

Tuk New York World Connecticut

Dun and Co Weekly Review Reflects Mixed Markets

The weekly review reports a close money market tied to unusual gold shipments to Europe with the treasury outgo of 2.8 million dollars above receipts. Trade activity rose but lagged last year, western crops are excellent, and bank exchanges are near year-ago levels. Iron market shows an unhealthy boom while rails run at 31 dollars with Sag sales. Liverpool cotton corner has collapsed, price down four cents from 340 thousand bale sales. Sugar trust and cotton oil trust show copper syndicate like signs. tin prices are lower.

Dun & Co Europe Treasury West Liverpool Sugar Trust Cotton Oil Trust

Coal and Wheat Prices Rise in New York Market Report

Coal prices show a slight uptick while wheat sells at ty cents in New York with 46 million bushels moved. The money in circulation has grown by 28.5 million dollars in three months, yet remains below the same period last year.

New York

Judge Saufley Opposes Wyoming Constitution

The Laramie Boomerang reprints Judge Saufley’s critique of Wyoming's proposed state constitution. He argues the document overreaches civil liberty by a literacy voting clause and claims the federal fourteenth amendment should prevent such disenfranchisement, questioning the wisdom of rapid state admission.

Wyoming Union of States United States Saufley Congress South Saulley

Whitechapel Vigilance Secretary Receives Jack the Ripper Letter

The Tn secretary of the Whitechapel vigilance committee reports receipt of a letter signed Jack the Ripper warning that lamps should be kept open on October 15.

Whitechapel

Montana election frauds and immigrant vote manipulation

An editorial recounts a Montana polling incident where non English speakers are allegedly guided to vote the Democratic ticket. The piece accuses county clerks and aides of registering foreigners, presenting readable cards, and aiding in ballot marking to ensure straight Democratic votes.

Anaconda Company Weer Lodge Becker Billings Gazette Montana

Courage of Conviction Emphasized by Judge Saufley

Judge Saufley urged the Albany county grand jury to show courage and candor in duty. He contrasted honesty with flashy ability, praised convictions over conformity, and cited Colonel Robert G. Ingersoll as a model of fearless honesty.

Laramie Bob Ingersoll Robert G. Ingersoll Saufiey

Taeshah Regrets Return to Persia After Disorder in Harem

Taeshah finds his harem in disorder upon returning to Persia and laments wishing he had stayed in Europe permanently.

Taeshah Persia Europe

Queen Victoria Sells Windsor Show Winning Bull Favourite

Queen Victoria has sold her Hereford bull Favourite who won first prize at the Windsor show. The monarch raises cattle for revenue purposes and sold the prize animal.

Victoria Windsor

Senator Manderson Objects to Pension Re-rating Refund

Senator Manderson returns money paid under the pension re rating by Tanner and explains in a lengthy letter to Secretary Noble that the re rating was unsolicited by him.

Manderson Tanner Noble

Bismarck Worries On German Emperor's War Readiness

Prince Bismarck fears the current German emperor may rush into war and topple the postwar political order. He tolerates risk of death but seeks to avert a premature clash until the imperial erraticism is restrained.

Prince Bismarck Germany France Bismarck

Plagiarism Allegations Hit Edward Bramy

The Cincinnati Commercial Gazette accuses Edward Bramy of copying Looking Backward from Vera Zarovitch’s narrative published in 1880 81. Extracts are cited to support the claim and Eli Perkins is also suspected of similar acts.

Epward Bramy Cincinnati Commercial Gazette Vera Zarovitch Eli Perkins

Withdrawal of Chalmers from Mississippi Governor race

The piece argues Chalmers withdrawal lacks reasons to draw large migration to Mississippi. It cautions against opening discussions of principles and notes potential backfire of lawlessness. It advocates federal action to acquire territory for Black migration and settlement for peaceful homes.

Tax Salt Lake Tribune General Chalmer Mississippi Chalmers Missippi United States

People Urged to Place Feet on Carpet Trust

An exchange advises readers to keep feet on the carpet trust as a simple household reminder. The remark emphasizes caution and integrity in daily conduct.

Tur Pioneer Press Building Incident Last Monday

The Tur Pioneer Press of St. Paul reported a thirteen story building incident last Monday. No injuries are mentioned, and the report focuses on the event occurring at the newspaper offices in St. Paul.

Tur Pioneer Press of St. Paul

Turdusk Herad and Sundance Republicans Rally for Constitution

Turdusk Herad and Sundance Republican figures unite to back a strict constitutional stance, rallying supporters with calls to defend foundational document principles.

Turdusk Herad Sundance Republican

A Vote for the Constitution Means Prosperity for Wyoming

A brief Rawlins Journal item proclaims that supporting the constitution will bring Wyoming prosperity, framing the vote as essential for the state's economic and civic future.

Wyoming Rawlins Journal

J L Storrs Resigns as Sundance Mayor

J L Storrs, publisher of the Sundance Republican, has resigned from the Sundance mayoralty, ending his incumbency.

J. L. Storrs The Sundance Republican

Ex-Queen Isabella of Spain Eyes Visit Before Death

The former queen expresses a wish to travel to the United States in her remaining years as she comments on the American tiger as a striking animal.

Isabella Spain Bella

US Minister to Hayti Plans Novel After Voyage

Frederick Davndiass, the United States minister to Hayti, will write a novel. He kept his literary plan secret until just before he sailed for Hayti.

Frederick Davndiass United States Hayti

Mahone Fights Stirringly in Old Dominion Clash

Virginia reports General Mahone as a veteran fighter who delivers the liveliest battle the Old Dominion has seen in years, framing a notable political or military contest with strong vigor.

Virginia Mahone Old Dominion

Canadian Papers Mock Commander As Rush Sails On

Canadian papers scoff at the commander of the Rush and boast of what will be done, but the ship sails on despite the bravado.

Wa newspaper becomes home printed weekly

The Wa has discarded patent insides and will henceforth be a home printed weekly, signaling a shift in production and a move toward in house printing for Casper's paper and its prosperity.

Casper

Governor Hut Faces Temptation Yet Refrains From Wine or Tobacco

The report notes Governor Hut resists ongoing temptations to smoke and drink, maintaining a smiling but firm demeanor as he abstains from wine and tobacco. Source: V. VY. World.

Hut V. VY. World

Crop Failure Leaves Ramsey County Families Without Subsistence

In Ramsey County Dakota a severe drought caused crop failure hitting over 100 families who face an empty winter with no means of subsistence. Local aid efforts may be needed to help those affected.

Ramsey County Dakota

Berlin Rendezvous Tests Czar on War Readiness

The czar visits Berlin seeking clarity about the emperor's willingness to engage in war. European tensions loom, with an impending imperial clash likely to signal an escalation.

Tue Czar Berlin

Laborers chained by poverty in Russia's mills

Mapame Tuatenori reports that factory operatives in Russia, men and women, sleep in the mills and cannot afford leather shoes. Paper serves for stockings while footwear is made from wood, revealing widespread shocking immorality.

Mapame Tuatenori Russia

Dolphin Returns From 55000 Mile Cruise Unscathed

Joan Roach’s ship the Dolphin, once deemed structurally weak by the Cleveland administration, completes a 55000 mile voyage with no joints springing and no sign of weakness observed aboard.

Joan Roach Cleveland

Nickel Slot Promises Walk Around the Block

The Chicago News reports a man on Wabash Avenue coins money with a slot machine labeled Drop a Nickel in the Slot and Take a Walk Around the Block. The quirky device suggests simple play linked to a local novelty.

The Chicago News Wabash Avenue

Omaha Republican Changes Managers Again

Fred Nye retires and transfers his interest to J. C. Wilcox, an Omaha businessman who previously ran the Omaha Dispatch, taking over as manager of the Omaha Republican.

The Omaha Republican Fred Nye J. C. Wilcox Omaha Omaha Dispatch

Mrs Cleveland Plans Winter Pursuit In Art

Mrs Cleveland seeks a new path to stand apart from society circles and may study oil painting this winter. Her decision keeps her name out of letters while she explores a visual art endeavor.

Knights of Labor decline cited with mixed gains in numbers and character

In a recent interview Gunena AL Masten WonrkMAN PowpERLy discussed the Knights of Labor. He said the organization has lost in numbers but gained in organization and character and that growth in membership is increasing again after 1886 reports.

Gunena AL Masten Wonrkman Powperly The Knights of Labor

Vague membership figures over time cited

A rough recount traces membership between 150000 and 260000 in recent years with a prior low around 1888. The writer notes an overall total of 702000 members claimed but disputes the accuracy, implying inflated figures or miscounting.

Knights

Buffalo woman dies attempting fall plunge without protection

A Amarinep woman from Buffalo jumped over the Horseshoe Falls yesterday without any barrel rubber suit or press agent. She left a letter requesting burial beside her children and no witness saw the plunge. Watchers below at the whirlpool search for the body.

Amarinep Buffalo Horshoe Falls

Sheridan County Notes on Seizure and Fires

United States Deputy Collector Stitzer of Cheyenne took charge of Sheridan Brewing Company goods seized for alleged beer bottling and stamping violations. Forest fires west of Sheridan threaten government timber as Piney and Clear Creek areas burn. Coffeen to speak on Wyoming convention and statehood at Big Horn and Dayton with dates October 1 and October 14.

Sheridan Post United States Stitzer Cheyenne Sheridan Brewing Company N. T. Smith Sheridan Sheridan County LH. A. Coffeen Wyoming Big Horn Dayton

Rich placer gold find on Chama river in New Mexico

The Denver News reports a large placer gold discovery twelve miles above Abiquin on the Chama river. Nuggets exceed one pound with beds of gravel yielding about four dollars per cubic yard. Ancient workings are evident across a fifteen square mile area. Kendall Mining of Louisville and General Hobson lead exploration amid mounting local excitement.

New Mexico Chama Abiquin Kendall Mining Company Louisville Hobson Arizona Denver News

Mann Named Register at Buffalo Land Office

A community-wide cheer follows the appointment of H. R. Mann of Buffalo as the Buffalo land office register. Residents praise his deep knowledge of land matters, long local residency, and experience as deputy district clerk, predicting a capable and just officer.

H. R. Mann Buffalo Office of Register Buffalo Land Office Mann Department Sheridan Fost

Soldier Killed In Accidental Gun Incident Near Casper

A hunting party near Salt Creek fifty miles northeast of town tragically loses Private Stevens when a gun fired in a playful bid ends as a fatal shot to the chin and throat. Lieutenant Wright led the party. the victim was buried Sunday as the settlement mourns the accident.

Casper Mall Salt Creek Wright Stevens Ole

Moffatt Reports Strong Prospects At Casper Oil Well

D W Moffatt arrived from the action site and reports good indications for a gusher at the consolidated well. During the night Tom Blackburn and another Moffatt employee reached a second sand and could not ball the oil as it rushed in too fast.

D. W. Moffatt Casper Consolidated Awell Tom Blackburn Moffatt Moffat Casper Mail

Wires to Be Buried Urges Denver City Council

The article notes dangers from electric wires and reports New York authorities have ordered burial. The Republican calls on Denver to require electric companies to bury wires, with other cities expected to follow suit.

New York Denver

Cheyenne to Build Centralized Railroad Shops Growth

J C Munroe named superintendent at Cheyenne railroad shops with 1200 to 1500 workers projected in two years. New foundry and blacksmith shop planned as Union Pacific shifts repair work to a central plant to cut costs and improve efficiency, following Northwestern and Burlington examples. Cheyenne touted as the fittest site for this accelerated development and investment.

J. C. Munroe Cheyenne Tue Sus Munroe Union Pacific Northwestern Burlington Chicago North Platte Omaha Laramie

Y M C A Opens Free Reading Room On Ferguson Street

The Young Men's Christian Association of this city has established a free reading room above the Union Mercantile store on Ferguson street. It receives all territorial exchanges and city dailies, plus popular monthlies and youth publications. Papers include the Century, Scribner's, Popular Science News, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, Chicago Tribune, Harper's Weekly, San Francisco Chronicle, New Orleans Picayune, and Youths Companion. The room is open during business hours and evenings. strangers and locals are welcome to spend time quietly and profitably.

Young Mens' Christian Association Union Mercantile Company Ferguson Street Century Popular Science News Scribner's Yr. M.C. A. Watchman St. Louis Globe-Democrat Chicago Tribune Harper's Weekley San Francisco Chronicle New Orleans Picayune

New Brunswick man offers reward for quick cure claim

Mat McCabe offers five dollars to anyone troubled with bloody flux who uses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as directed and does not improve promptly. He cites his own recovery after using a half bottle and notes widespread daily sales and safety claims. Sold by B. B. David with printed directions.

Mat McCabe New Brunswick Chamberlain McCabe B. B. David

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