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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1889
Page
9
The Weekly Sun reports Wyoming statehood remains hopeful within the Republican camp. A. P. Fry is named governor and John L. Wilson for Congress on the state ticket. Crook County gains population as mining towns grow Newcastle and Burling ton prepare new newspapers, signaling strong regional prospects.
Tut Laramie Apoomerang objects to the Cheyenne Tribune plan for a woman suffrage plank in the constitution. It favors a separate suffrage provision or a voter referendum rather than a constitutional amendment, urging congress to approve only a distinct measure and to refrain from actions by state makers in Cheyenne.
The article notes a rift between Trurn and the Leader editor amid political changes and a convection seat dispute. It defends the editor against Colonel Downey who criticized the paper while calling the editor a valued friend rather than an insult.
A year after strong push for Wyoming statehood the Wyoming Star Sun praises the shift toward a self governed territory. Delegates in the capitol gather to draft a constitution while supporters predict a state government within twelve months and a new star on the national flag.
A report details Col. George and Special Agent George accused of blackmailing the Wyoming Development company and profiting from land claims. The exposure led to his removal, with testimony from Innocent George about pressures to conceal facts and perjury risks.
A reader accuses officials of corruption in the General Land Office, claiming intertwining Democratic and Republican interests. Col George lambasts the late administration, alleging a bribe and cover up, while Wyoming officers celebrate a departure and the territory’s relief.
Union Pacific stock stands at 64 reflecting a four cent gain over the past month. Analysts note no direct constitutional provision will adopt woman suffrage, asserting that removing the word male from voter qualifications suffices for change.
Three valuable convention members are still absent DeForrest Richards from Converse County John C. Davis from Carbon County and Mark Hopkins from Sweetwater County are expected to arrive by Monday next to complete the roster.
A New York Times representative and Mr. Ludin of the Mountaineer met Judge Peck and Editor Carroll in Cheyenne to discuss renewing the attack. The letters from three New England statesmen, published today, argue the risk of adopting a woman suffrage clause is not as great as feared, offering support to Wyoming's constitutional convention at this time.
A commentator argues that an ex official remains an official and criticizes advice given to the Leader. The text notes the judge can appoint a court clerk and even create a vacancy by removing the current holder. Chief Justice Maginnis faced no obstacle here despite acknowledging Jeffrey's superior qualifications for the role.
The Salt Lake defeat of the Mormons surprised both sides. Observers credit hundreds of Mormon voters captured by opponents. Both camps brace for a city contest. Gentiles claim a seven to eight hundred vote gain and warn that success could shift opposition to statehood.
The piece disputes Tun’s claim that Brown’s election as convention president defeated Governor Warren. It states the governor had no involvement and did not hinder Brown. It also rejects the assertion that Warren would open the convention, stating he never intended to.
Sexavon Baim of New Hampshire argues that opponents of woman suffrage are not averse to testing the experiment in a new state. The note references Congressman Long of Massachusetts and a contentious educational bill.
Massachusetts figure praised as one of the nation’s greatest orators and a candidate for speaker, with Congressman Reed of Maine also listed as a contender in the race.
Tun Omahaee notes favorable prospects for Wyoming and Idaho to become states. He cites superior populations and rich resources in both territories, with Wyoming advancing rapidly in population and development and likely reaching 100000 residents by the next census. He argues no reason Wyoming cannot gain statehood soon.
The Leader touts alleged Republican splits as a campaign tactic. Yet history shows Democrats remain divided, while Republicans gained two-thirds of the constitutional delegates despite prior claims of weakness. County Republicans are praised for generosity in keeping Democrats hopeful.
The Annual Thank Offering Missionary Meeting of the Congregational church gathered with Episcopal Methodist and Baptist societies. Reports show home and foreign mission giving totals around eighty dollars for boxes and packages and about sixty five dollars in this year's collections so far. A collection of 27.63 was taken up and the service closed with Bless Be the Tie that Binds. A death from diphtheria of a two year old boy in the Pittman family is noted with appeals for aid.
The Y M C A association met last evening and elected W N Hunt as president J W Lacey as vice president S B Tuttle as secretary G F Roswire as treasurer W L Whipple as assistant secretary The group starts the new year with promising outlook noting a well patronized reading room and growing interest in all departments Ray Ay blanks of all kinds for sale at this office.
The Wyoming convention convened at 10 a m with President Brown presiding and a crowded session. Resolutions include greetings to New Mexico and woman suffrage letters while numerous file proposals move to various committees.
Corlett Downey resigns as page and Frederick Huffabhmtd is elected to the vacancy by acclamation. The convention adjourns to moviny 10 a.m. today.
Gov Warren transmitted correspondence to the convention and these letters, from well known public figures, will be read with interest as the period for definite action on suffrage nears. The authors’ prominence lends weight to their opinions.
Excerpts from letters by Henry W. Blair of New Hampshire and T. B. Ree of Maine dated August 21 1889 urge adopting a national constitutional amendment for women's suffrage. Blair argues states will accept the experiment in new constitutions and Ree assures Wyoming's admission will not be hindered by including women's suffrage.
A Boston date August 23 1589 letter from Joux 1D. Lona to Henry V. Blackwell argues that if Wyoming adopts a woman’s suffrage constitution Congress will recognize and allow the territory to regulate its own suffrage and seek admission as a state.
Converse County Treasurer C E Clay of Doying arrived in the city to finalize financial settlements with Laramie and Albany counties. The arrangement calls Converse to pay Laramie 25000 and Albany 15000, totaling 40000 in debt, plus 22000 warrants, making 62000 total. Eastern financiers, W W Harris of Chicago, will take the bonds at par once transfer formalities are completed, requiring the treasurer to proceed to New York with vouchers and Bergman to aid and represent Laramie interests.
Chief Justice Van Devanter has received his commission but will not assume the office until the last of the month to avoid retrials of already heard cases. The Cheyenne National Bank announces new management with J Collins as president and G Beard as cashier, increasing capital stock to 150000.
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