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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Sun
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1889
Page
10
The Sun in Cheyenne reports on Wyoming statehood prospects, a proposed reorganization plan, and regional projects. It notes Green River City building a $15,000 depot, Laramie County tax figures, and railway implications. Also mentions educational measures, voting reforms, and new newspaper ventures in Cheyenne and Rawlins.
The Johnson county convention did not order its delegation to oppose statehood but to oppose pre admission election of state officers and a state legislature. It declared the statehood movement ill advised and premature while praising its delegation for active service toward a constitution acceptable to their constituents.
Johnson delegates declare they will take a vigorous hand in forming the convention constitution and will not be a nonentity. They announce their intent to influence proceedings and ensure productive dispatch of business.
The convention committee on taxation endorses a plan to tax coal lands and mining equipment, with exemptions for coal lands mined over three months a year and a state coal tax between one and a half and one cent per ton. It also outlines state and county millage limits, a two dollar poll tax, and rules for public funds deposits and valuation of rail assets to be fixed by a state board.
A report argues to base taxes on railways in counties towns and districts while excluding railroad machinery shops and public utilities. Exemptions cover federal state local property agricultural fairs schools churches hospitals burial sites and public charity. It notes the unjust territorial rule allowing secret society property tax exemption and praises the committee for avoiding it.
The Lander Mountaineer accuses its rival of pretense over Wyoming statehood and argues that delaying submission of the constitution until Congress acts in December would save expenses. The Loomerang counters with a claim of hidden influence by figures tied to the constitutional convention. Wyoming could then hold a territorial vote and later state elections if Congress approves.
The article argues for creating an officer to examine state and county accounts to prevent irregularities and standardize public finances. It highlights potential revenue-law violations and the need for expert review, noting Section 3803 requires county clerks to send assessment rolls to the territorial auditor for tax purposes.
The passage argues that ties with a large delinquent tax list should not be forced to pay the territorial tax on total assessment. It notes a county board may alter the list but warns no court would accept such an unwarranted construction of the law.
The Idaho convention urged a nonpartisan path to statehood, praising a conservatively progressive constitution. It notes bipartisan representation, broad public stake, and careful limits on legislature, arguing ratification will boost population wealth and happiness as Idaho pioneers seek full U.S. citizenship.
Confidence rises that Wyoming will secure an enabling act from the next Congress. The convention should appoint a committee of ten to twelve representative Wyoming citizens from both parties to visit Washington and assist Delegate Carey in presenting statehood claims.
Incorporations become restricted to one general line of business and barred from combinations to curb competition. Common carriers include railroads and telegraph lines. Existing corporations face little impact under the proposed rules.
A Wyoming state constitution drafting effort is described as a serious undertaking due to diverse interests. The piece notes the need to balance varied regional concerns and political viewpoints in shaping foundational rules.
The Tux Wyoming fair drew strong crowd support and showcased community talent with exhibits, games, and performances. Organizers credited volunteers and local businesses for a smooth event, highlighting widespread participation and positive attendance across multiple stalls.
The Union Pacific will run dining cars between Council Bluffs and Portland on the Overland Flyer starting Sunday August 18 and daily thereafter. The train leaves Council Bluffs at 7:15 p.m. and Omaha at 9:15 p.m. Meals are 75 cents and described as among the best the market affords.
The Wyoming bred Limerick won the Wyoming cup race at four miles, finishing ahead of Wyoming, Deronda, and Fearnaught amid loud ovations. Deronda faded after a bold challenge as Limerick wore down the field with steady speed and endur ance under trainer Dan Hogan.
The Cup Winner Limerick is a light bay five year old about fifteen and a half hands high. Bred by Dan Ulman at Crow Creek ranch the horse was yearling purchased with Ulman’s ranch and cattle by Van Tassell Burhans Co. He later passed to Ulman after Van Tassell resold. He was part of Van Tassell’s coal wagon team in winter and then sold to Mr Force in summer as a cup candidate. Van Tassell and Ulman each retain many half siblings of Limerick and Ulman owns sire Tom McKinney, a noted race horse related to Lexington.
The Sheridan Post quotes H A Coffeen urging Sheridan County delegates to travel to Cheyenne to secure three votes in the constitutional convention. The Cheyenne U P schemes are denounced as the article notes Looming battles ahead, but Sheridan aims to preserve representation and push for a favorable constitution and reforms.
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