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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1889
Page
13
Cronin murder trial resumes with Dr Moore detailing wounds and death causes. Defense fails to bar his testimony after alleging he read AP reports. Pat Dinan testifies Coughlin helped hire horse and buggy used to transport Cronin to his death.
Denver reports a Berthoud incident where a woman, resembling Chicago killer Tascott, arrived educated and modest. The city marshal uncovered the ruse and ordered her to wear men’s clothes until proof she is not a man is provided. The Chief of Police in Chicago will be consulted.
Pamapineum Pa Oct 326 Chief Woods after a long talk with a man in custody is convinced he is Tascott the murderer of Snell. The prisoner denies it in a half hearted way. He was photographed today. Chief Hubbard of Chicago will await the photograph from Philadelphia before sending for the man.
The All-American excursionists reached Pandor near Omaha at 5 pm en route from Sioux City. They met Winnebago and Maha Indians, who performed a drum circle and dance led by Chief Four Walker. Governor Thayer and Mayor Broater welcomed the travelers at their hotel before a theatre visit and plans to depart for Des Moines Monday.
Associated Press confirms Mataafa elected king by Samoa district chiefs under October 9 date. He to reign only until the three foreign powers’ agreement takes effect, then a new election may be held. Tamasese followers attacked Mataafa supporters, prompting punishment by Mataafa’s chiefs and a force of 100 warriors sailing to Savali on October 12 amid reports of a battle.
Sheriff Morris of Blount County Alabama and a posse trapped outlaw Rube Burrows and his gang near Ocotala lant. A fierce gunfight left Deputy Aldenton and Woodward dead. Burrows escaped to the swamp but is surrounded by the posse.
The Locomotive Federation of Denver met in secret to discuss the proposed federation of labor opposing the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Delegates from across the United States, led by vice-grand master John J. Hannigan, voted unanimously to support federation and appointed a committee to notify factions.
Delegates will await action by the engineers and may require another session to reach a thorough understanding. The note implies ongoing negotiations and possible extended talks without a final resolution at this time.
Secretary Hal ford says he has not resigned. Alexander Somerville of the post office department dies. The steel cruiser San Francisco launched in Union Ironworks. Stoneboro fire destroys business portion, $75 000 loss. Prince Wilhelm brings news from Port au Prince with Hyppolite inaugurated. Memphis rail switchmen strike halting freight. Independent Republicans nominate anti Mahone ticket in Alexandria Virginia. Giraffe born in Cincinnati zoo dies from neglect and is preserved by taxidermist.
Denver Oct 28 delegates of Locomotive Engineers convene to nominate grand chief candidates with P M Arthur leading Ohio delegation. Ballots show Arthur ahead of Vroman and Vedder, while Joseph Sprague of Canada is re elected unopposed as third grand engineer. Hays and Heduck vie for second grand assistant engineer with six ballots. Hanrahan of the International Brotherhood addressed the body in support of federation.
Oliver Garrison a long prominent St. Louis citizen died this morning at Forest Park by shooting himself through the head. Suffering from kidney trouble and despondency over an incurable ailment he is believed to have self destroyed. He and his brother built the first steamboat to ply between St Louis and New Orleans and in 1857 was elected president of Mechanics Bank, serving twenty two years.
The October hearing in Wasminetos reports charges against W. R. Louis United States consul to Morocco concluded today. Key witnesses M. Benzute the sex merchant and Ramon Azoque Louis’ former interpreter were examined at length. The department’s finding will be announced shortly.
Boston Oct 28 The news bureau reports the Union Pacific Northwestern Traffic Alliance may hasten the creation of a larger railroad alliance linking the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Chicago Burlington and Northwestern and Manitoba west of Chicago with the Pennsylvania system east of Chicago.
Wasitmerox October 25 Secretary Tracy awarded the contract for building two 2,000 ton cruisers to the Columbia Iron Works of Baltimore. The third cruiser will be awarded to Harrison Loring of Boston or N F Palmer Co of New York, each bidding 674000.
Police await a photograph said to show Tascott as they pursue the Chicago lead. A scar examination supports the match, and a man who knew Tascott as a boy says the prisoner resembles him, with the image expected to reach Chicago tonight.
Cattle receipts reach 16 000 as market strengthens for good cattle while others ease. Beeves bring 4509 at 5.00, steers 3008?8, stockers and feeders show varied prices. Western rangers and Texans listed with approximate values around 1.7 to 1.9. Absence of clear names or dates noted.
In San Amronio on October 26 masked robbers stormed the Santa Fe and Atlantic and Pacific office, held the agent, and robbed the office of 2000 dollars before making their escape.
Chicago reporters describe the Cronin murder case proceedings with witness testimony from Naple Morel and Mrs Conkling. They recount the white horse and buggy used to remove Dr Cronin and details of a key interview with O Sullivan. Evidence focuses on identification and alibis as the trial unfolds.
Helena Oct 28 The democrats application to compel Silver Bow county cavas sing board to count rejected Tunnel district returns was denied on technical defects in the springline The lawyers asked to amend and the court adjourned pending decision until this afternoon
In Washington on October 25 the Supreme Court moved to advance Cunningham sheriff v Nagle arising from the California shooting of Terry by Deputy Marshal Nagle while protecting Justice Field. The court also advanced People of California v San Pablo Tulare railroad over property taxation and mortgage deductions. It set Minnesota v Barber on cattle inspection before slaughter, noting the case tests constitutionality of state law and aims for final settlement. The proceedings interest shippers and rail interests alike.
Denver Oct 28 The jury found Jim Connors former Denver police lieutenant and Marshall proprietor of a Kansas City gambling hall guilty on all five counts in the conspiracy to rob the Rio Grande express train near Gunison last April The case drew much interest as this is the second trial after a hung jury A motion for a new trial is expected.
In Helena dated Oct 25 Montana Dispatch reports Judge Dewel opens the mandamus suit brought in the name of the people of Montana. Republicans object that the case should be in the name of the territory. Judge sustains the objection but allows amendment. Republicans move to quash the writ and court adjourns until morning.
The argument on the motion will be commenced. The case, while not the legislature’s, raises the same points. A mandamus is sought by defeated democratic county candidates who argue the tunnel preempted votes.
In brief wire service items Horwits the diamond broker killed himself in New York. The Shanghai report says rain ruins cotton in the Yangtze valley. Lord Wolseley to attend Richmond statue unveiling. Prince Hatefeldt marries Clara Huntington in Brompton. Muylen lighthouse damaged by earthquake. Diphtheria and scarlet fever fears rise in Catholic churches. Keily, linked to Thomas Keefe’s death, held on $25,000 bail. Rube Burrows reportedly killed an officer near Oneonta. Abilene bank suspends operations with $400,000 liabilities and $600,000 assets. boom-era decline halts business.
Loxton Oct 29 Michael Davitt resumed his address before the Parnell commission today affirming that Chicago speakers voiced bitterness against England during a period of suppression. He said Parnellism and Crime distorted the Irish movement in America and denied meetings with the American An assassination party chiefs to form an Irish federation. Davitt repudiated revenge urged by Extremists in America and said Clan Na Gael is not an assassination society nor a secret order unlike some groups in Britain.
The Locomotive Brotherhood in Denver elected E B Deitrick of Altoona second grand assistant engineer and J H Butler of Pittsburgh third grand assistant engineer to fill vacancies caused by resignations. Ten candidates from nine cities contended. George R Dority and W B Huskey were re elected grand chaplain and grand guide.
In Norwiuville New York on Oct 25 Oscar Barclay sparked a mob at Daniel Covington's house by abusing two women. Disguised as white caps about a dozen neighbors dragged Covington out tarred him and feathered him then rode him on a rail. On returning for Barclay they encountered him at the stairs and a gunshot killed his younger brother Fred. Barclay surrendered and was arrested along with four mob members who remain in custody.
Gilmore's opening performance at the new Metropolitan theatre in Denver drew the largest audience yet seen. The house was packed and the master conductor was forced to bow multiple encores. A local chorus of 250 contributed to the event, adding to the festive mood.
Levin reports that upon arrival the Pan-American party was met by Mayor Noonan and a reception committee. Gunfire salutes and colored lights illuminated the route to the hotel, then the group was taken to the merchants' exchange after supper.
In a note from New York dated October 3, the freight car famine is described as significant within a fortnight. The Nickel Plate Railroad reports receiving over a thousand carloads of muscat or onlo grapes west of the Rocky Mountains. In Montana these grapes have nearly displaced California product from the market.
Fort Smith Arkansas report states William T. Morgan prominent Republican and former circuit judge was shot and killed last night by D Gibbs. Morgan allegedly acted as aggressor in a deadly confrontations among Black Mexican and Native individuals. New York prepares for baseball world championship.
Reports from St Louis describe a confrontation in the Seminole nation where officers, Robert Reed a Mexican Creek Indian and Wiley attempted to arrest a horse thief named Brunner. Brunner fired on them and was killed. While returning the officers were killed by five Black men allied with Brunner.
Helena Ark Oct 29 A clerk John Childers was shot in the breast by a negro passenger when collecting fare at Island Sixty Childers fired back killing the assailant New York Gets the Championship New York Oct 25 Giants win world title over Brooklyn 11 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 Brooklyn 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 Final score Giants 11 Brooklyn 2 batters 8 4 errors 4 2 umpires Lynch and Gaffney
A Brussels dispatch reports 5,000 coal miners striking at Baringe. Other items note Samuel Bone man, a released convict named Tascott, Queen Victoria to open Parliament in person, Halford’s return to duties at the White House, Dion Boucicault ordered to pay alimony, Prof. Gosche’s suicide, and Batchelter ruling Chinese laundrymen barred from landing under the Chinese Restrictive Act.
In Helena Mont on Oct 29 the Silver Bow contest judges overruled the Republicans’ motion to quash the mandamus writ. After arguments on technicalities including Judge DeWolf’s placement on the case, a question was raised about his candidacy on the Democratic ticket. The canvassing board was told to file an answer explaining why votes in the Tunnel precinct were not counted.
The storm began at 2 a m and by noon seven inches had fallen with more snow expected. The heavy, damp accumulation raises risk of roofs collapsing under the weight. Damage assessments and warnings advised as crews monitor building safety.
Judge Andrews of the New York supreme court today sustained the temporary injunction against the city in the Electric Light companies case. Modifications were made and the injunction stays in effect until the case is tried.
James Connors Charles Connors and James Marshall, convicted yesterday in the Rio Grande conspiracy, appeared before Judge Decker and were admitted to bail of 3000 dollars each. They furnished the bail and were released pending further proceedings.
Cattle receipts reached 9500 with a mixed in market. Strong demand for choice cattle while others were weak. FyGoges steers 3.00 to 4.50, stockers and feeders 1.40 to 2.60. Texas cattle 1.75 to 2.00, Western rangers 2.00 to 3.80.
M D Hanna directorate member returns from west where coal fields visited as coal committee chair he says aim is to gain knowledge on coal supply and plans to open several additional mines in Wyoming soon Vanderbilt alliance with Union Pacific boosts securities Remington Standard Typewriter advertised with Robert C Morris as Wyoming exclusive dealer for typing supplies.
The Chicago Tribune editorial discusses union of the Northwestern line with the Union Pacific at Fort Fetterman Wyoming, creating two lines east of Cheyenne and one to the Pacific. Connecting Fort Fetterman to San Francisco would heighten transcontinental power. the Northwestern now runs to Casper and misses Wyoming’s oil, soda lake, Seminoe iron, and gold regions.
The Fort Worth Union Pacific plan has not yet been finalized but indications point to an early completed arrangement. Vice President Holcomb stated no action has occurred yet, but a closer alliance through traffic contracts or other arrangements is under consideration.
A front page collage urges Wyoming statehood with Adams as the right man in the legislature and promotes a constitution vote. It also notes rail combine rumors, stock yards expansion, a Moore trial, Pan-Americans in Omaha, a Raleigh comedy show, a Denver snow storm, and eastern interest in Wyoming admission. Local dining mentions close the page.
A prominent Evanston clothing man and a young lady from Laramie arrived in Ogden at noon. A Telegram and a real estate man suggest a planned elopement and a father’s expected arrival this evening. The couple, watched by detectives, are said to be heading toward Salt Lake City tonight.
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