Burlington to push line from Me rino to Helena and Butte
Buffalo Wyoming residents anticipate direct rail link as Burlington plans a route from Merino Montana through Buffalo to Helena and Butte City. The line would shorten Chicago Helena and Butte routes, boost coke trade for Montana smelters, and create new markets for Johnson county farmers and regional commerce.
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Wyoming
Buffalo
Wyo
Johnson County
Burlington
Merino
Black Hills
Helena
Butte City
Cambria
Montana
Chicago Herald
Deadwood
Connellsville
Mammoth
Burlington Management
Scanoa
Chicago
Leader Leaves Bresnahen Water Committee Reply Unpublished
The Leader gave prominence to Mayor Bresnahen's water committee stance but did not publish the committee's reply or any part of it.
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Bresnahen
Extension Benefit for Northern Wyoming Rail Line
Northern Wyoming would gain greatly from the proposed extension. The value of the region was surrendered to the Burlington, whereas extending the Cheyenne and Northern road by a few hundred miles would complete a system beneficial to the Union Pacific and Chicago and Northwestern railroads.
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Wyoming
Burlington
Cheyenne and Northern Road
Union Pacific
Chicago and Northwestern
Fealth Resort Cheyenne Lays Frontline Sanitary Claim
The report asserts Cheyenne will lead the field as a fealth resort while stating the city's sanitary conditions are perfect.
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Cheyenne
Merovene Vows Rainstorm At Request Of Committee
Merovene plans another rainstorm test next Sunday to prove his power, following the rain steering committee's request. Mr. Melbourne is praised for his complaisance in the matter.
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Merovene
Melbourne
Tur water committee cites mayor for misstating facts
The Tur water committee reports that Mayor Bresnahen knowingly misstated the facts, alleging deliberate misinformation in the public record. The claim centers on the mayor's statements about water policy and project implications.
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Tur Water Committee
Bresnahen
Melbourne's Cheyenne Operations Draw Telegram Rush
The press of the country raced to receive updates on Melbourne's activities in Cheyenne as telegrams flooded in over the past two days reporting on operations and related moves.
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Melbourne
Cheyenne
Water committee report adoption by city council
The city council unanimously adopted the water committee report after Mayor Bresnahen recommended its approval. The decision reflects broad support for the panel’s recommendations and municipal water policy actions.
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Tur
Bresnahen
Lament on New York City's Street Conditions and Progress
The piece laments filthy streets and foul air in New York City while noting progress such as horseless streetcars and underground electric wires. It suggests the metropolis is being born again and forecasts a day of cleaner streets and a handsome city.
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New York City
Wyoming agriculture and range herd removal debate
The Wyoming Journal argues that shifting range herds could aid Wyoming only if the state’s agricultural department acts thoroughly. It warns would be farmers may cheaply fence land and evict valuable herds, risking the loss of a major industry without a viable substitute.
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Wyoming Journal
Wyoming
Agricultural Department
Cheyenne Viewed For Liquor Habit Treatment Center
The article argues locating a liquor habit cure institution in Cheyenne would be convenient for residents of Laramie and Denver, though citizens claim local need remains modest.
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Cheyenne
Laramie
Denver
Denver campaign pushes Patterson appointment to Interstate Commerce Commission
A Denver movement advocates Hon. Thomas Patterson for an Interstate Commerce Commission role, arguing the appointee must be a Democrat under the prevailing law. Patterson’s candidacy becomes a political focal point for party alignment and regulatory influence.
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Ture
Denver
Thomas Patterson
Interstate Commerce Commission
Local Cheyenne Supporter Backs Melbourne Rain Effort
In Cheyenne a few doubt Frank Melbourne’s rain claim but D. C. Bridges is named as a steadfast supporter. Bridges has watched events closely and cooperated with the committee, calling the rain making force a major boon for the arid belt and a driver of higher land values.
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Cheyenne
Frank Melbourne
D. C. Bridges
Press Snag Delays Insight Into Union Pacific Complications
United States press struggles to access the core details of ongoing Union Pacific issues. The report notes difficulty in obtaining true inwardness and full context of the railroad’s troubles.
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Tuer Press
United States
Union Pacific
McCoy predicts Iowa votes for Boise with slim majority
Iowa resident E H McCoy says the state will re elect Boise by 5000 to 20000 and choose a Democratic legislature. He notes growing anti prohibition strength and cites Grant era Republican majorities as vanished, a view we hope proves mistaken.
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E.H. McCoy
Iowa
Boise
Grant
McCoy
Gould Relinquishment Reports Denied by S H H Clark
S H H Clark states that reports claiming Gould relinquished control of the Union Pacific are entirely unfounded. He refutes circulating rumors and maintains Gould’s continued involvement.
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S. H. H. Clark
Gould
Union Pacific
Is Drunkenness Cur able according to Dr Crothers
The North American Review September includes four articles on whether drunkenness is curable. Dr Crothers argues the inebriate is mentally and physically ill and should be treated like the insane, with liberty forfeited and care provided by the state.
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North American Review of
Crothers
Gould and Associates Ponder Union Pacific Future
It remains unresolved what Jay Gould and his associates plan for the Union Pacific. The note highlights uncertainty about strategic moves and future control.
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Jay Gould
Union Pacific
MeLnourne’s Rain King Credited by Cheyenne
Cheyenne residents hail MeLnourne’s rain making process after successful experiments publicized in Dever News. Thousands are convinced, paying for trials and swearing by the inventor as more tests proceed.
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MeLnourne
Cheyene
Dever
Meccourse's Trial Result Sparks Widespread Interest
Meccourse gains attention as commentators praise his latest effort and await the outcome of the second trial with high anticipation from fans and media alike.
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Meccourse
Land commissioner promotes Wyoming lands for settlers
The Union Pacific land commissioner Mr. B McAllister emphasizes the value of lands owned by the Wyoming Development Company and plans to actively help secure settlers to the region.
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Union Pacific Land
B. McAllister
Wyoming Development Company
Telegraph Cut Delays Chilean Revolution News
A telegram from Minister Egan explains the Santiago telegraph line was severed in both directions delaying news of the revolution. He reports the revolution is entirely successful and the revolutionist is fully installed.
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Tne
Egan
Santiago
Man Who Steals Cows Also Likely to Rob Home, Says Bulletin
The Buffalo Bulletin argues a thief who steals cattle is a serious criminal likely to commit broader harms. It asserts such a man is amenable to state laws and, if detected, should be punished to the full extent.
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The
Buffalo Bulletin
Mining convention should showcase Laramie West district
The Sun urges strong representation from the Western mining district near Laramie City at the state convention. It cites Daley as an expert operator and J. H. Hayford as a practical regional mining authority. Knight, Downey, and Burkhardt are noted as valuable participants for a successful session and Albany county exposure.
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Laramie City
Daley
J. H. Hayford
Rocky Mountain
Wyoming
Wilbur C. Knight
8. W. Downey
Robt. Burkhardt
Albany County
Gillette Named Young Wyoming Town On Rail Extension
The Burlington and Missouri extension terminates at Gillette, Wyoming, now a bustling town with eight saloons, seven general stores, three hotels, two livery stables, two blacksmith shops, two meat markets, a bakery, lumber yard, bank, and a new newspaper. Coal nearby promises steady growth as Kilpatrick Bros. & Collins file on coal lands north of town and Buffalo connections loom. Preston & Payne of Alliance, Nebraska open a 20 by 60 foot general store and other Alliance firms move in, bringing vim and energy to push development forward.
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Burlington and Missouri
Newcastle
Gillette
Kilpatrick Bros. & Collins
Burlington
Buffalo
Helena
Wyoming
Preston & Payne
Alliance
Neb
Salt Lake anxiously eyeing rain wizard Melbourne
Salt Lake press praises Frank Melbourne as a potential Rain Wizard capable of summoning rain at will. Utah landowners hope for moisture to boost crops and population, viewing Melbourne as a transformative asset whose patent could raise territory taxable property and economic output.
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Cheyenne
Frank
Utah
Melbourne
Sierras
Rockion
Shower Prophet of Water Reform in Cheyenne
A vivid tribute extols a man named Melbourne for revolutionary irrigation ideas. The author lauds his ability to control rain with ease and envisions Cheyenne inviting him to an irrigation congress to demonstrate nature’s secrets. The piece frames water, soil, and a perfected land as destined for a glorious, developed future.
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Cheyenne
Melbourne
Wyoming leads in irrigation laws and rainfall
The article states that Wyoming is at the forefront of irrigation legislation and appears to have the most favorable rainfall prospects, suggesting the state holds a leading position in water policy and precipitation.
Gas and City Governments
Albert Shaw argues in The Century that Paris models the modern city with gas, streets, and administration shaping urban life. He describes a municipal gas system, centralized control, and substantial public revenue, contrasting Parisian practice with American norms.
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Albert Shaw
Paris
Ther
Lt Met
Pari
Hust
An- HK
Clty
France
Morrison Defeat Report Leaves Hynals Out Seven Thousand
From Salt Lake comes word that Harry Hynils lost seven thousand dollars with Morrison's defeat by Williams. An accompanying report says Morrison was dragged by his trainer, the Marine.
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Salt Lake
Harry Hynils
Morrison
Williams
the Marine
Notable Women Cited In London Society and U S Figures
A collage of social figures notes Mrs Stonewall Jackson in life and many prominent women. Nancy Allison Frost at 107 near Marietta Ohio. Mrs O Connor and others linked to politics, journalism, acting, and philanthropy. The dowager Countess of Shrewsbury is praised for her charity and lodging houses.
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Stonewall” Jackson
Nancy Allison Frost
Marietta, O
Marietta
Thomas*Power O’connor
Lsle
Duvall
Florida
Pascal
Texas
O'Shea-Parnell
Logan
London
Miss Green
Detroit
Robert McClelland
Pierce
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Charles Collis
Lillian Russell
Eliza Proctor Otis
New York
The Jewel Casket A Jewelry Trends in Gilded Ornaments
From the Jewelers' Circular describing silver strainers with ivory handles, diamond wreath collars, pearl and stone mosaics, and ornate brooches. Reptiles and insects in high vogue with emeralds, olivine, amethyst, and topaz accents. Gold marks forms with bold, geometric pearl work and seed pearl festoons.
Fads of Fashion: Latin Effects Lead Evening Fabrics
Fashion notes describe Latin effects in evening brocades, Bengaline figures, and green dominates as mauve wanes. Venetian silk crepe excels for drapery and trim. Salambo, glycine, and a new flower pink sell well. Paris reports velvet revival. London features soie royale with ornamental selvedge. Latin ribbon drives millinery trends. Green shades pivot toward pivetti and prairie hues.
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Paris
London
Soie Royale
Ry Goods
Peculiar Animal Tales From Across The Nation
A mix of oddities from Missouri to Maine includes a turtle seen on the Current River for decades, a Moosehead Lake fishermen landing a large togue, and astounding insect and spider facts. In Lewiston a woman drowns a kitten, later revived by a cat, while a maltese in Illinois treks to a chicken coop perch. Vincent Griest in Lower Oxford, Pa witnesses an owl battle and is bitten.
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Missouri
Sherman
Moosehead Lake
Lewiston
Vincent Griest
Lower Oxford
Women as Politicians in US and Europe Highlight Candidate Wife Aid
A discussion of women in politics contrasts French skepticism with English influence and US campaigns. The piece notes Mrs. Arthur Brand aiding her Liberal husband in Wisbech and Emma Beckwith's Brooklyn mayoral bid under the Equal Rights banner, while acknowledging the likelihood of defeat.
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Arthur Brand
Chautauqua
France
England
Wisbech
Brand
MRA
Emma Beckwith
Brooklyn
Equal Rights Party
G. A. H Mao
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Boulanger
James M. Buckley
Christian Advocate
Mme, Bonnemain
Thaddy O'Flynn
Philadelphia
Boulange
Duchesse d‘Uzes
Duchesse
Obj
Bonnemin
Brussels
Kansas
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