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Newspaper
Santa Fe Weekly Sun
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1891
Page
2
The brief notice from the Santa Fe region outlines a weekly edition dated Saturday December 5 1891 edited by M Crist. It lists a subscription price of 2.50 per year and notes post office mailing with standard registration.
The Albuquerque Citizen praises Santa Fe’s board of trade and New Mexico leaders. The El Paso silver convention opens December 15, Antonio Joseph travels to Washington pushing early statehood, Roger Q. Minis is named Speaker, and J. G. Aturicut hints at Democratic delegation ambitions while Sen. Walcott’s silver stance foreshadows costs at the White House.
A political cartoonish plea notes that hunger and famine are pressing in Mexico and calls on the United States to provide relief locally before sending aid abroad, framing the issue as a moral duty tied to neighboring nations.
A partisan railing questions a claim that during three years of Harrison's administration the public debt dropped by 259,079,500 dollars arguing the reduction was financed personally by the president and not by the American people, highlighting political blame and humor.
Not a convict has escaped from the New Mexico penitentiary during the past week. Col. Bergman, acting as superintendent and assistant, has only permitted one escape a drunken guard. He may be Republican or Democrat, but he is a far better officer than a politician.
The golden jubilee of Archbishop Kenrick in St. Louis began on Monday marking America’s first fiftieth anniversary celebration by a bishop of his order. He is noted as a scholar thinker and devout churchman in Roman Catholic history.
Tue Sun reports Albuquerque Citizen editor Tom Hughes has slept little for a week and voices a dire warning that Democrats have so maneuvered politics to yield an about equal electoral vote split in Michigan next year. The piece implies prior knowledge of this political forecast.
The text predicts New Mexico will not receive six delegates at either party convention. It argues against yielding disputed ground to federal control and asserts New Mexico deserves statehood as a earned honor to be worn with grace and dignity regardless of politics.
The proposal envisions extending the narrow gauge railway from Santa Fe to Cerrillos Golden and San Pedro then south to Albuquerque to hasten New Mexico's development by tapping coal and rich mineral wealth. The plan emphasizes economic growth through improved transport of minerals and regional prosperity.
The Sun reports a rapidly built, moderate cost rail line promising to unlock New Mexico’s most resourceful area, with immediate dividend potential for workers as construction nears.
The Sun notes Col Max Frost plans to be one of two unchallenged delegates to the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis. It suggests northern New Mexico aspirants will be overlooked while southern New Mexico Warwick figures are also acknowledged, with a proposed ornamental four to accompany Frost and colleague likely Col J Franco Chavez to Minneapolis.
The Sun lauds improvements in Santa Fe under the modern city government and urges further enhancements to showcase surrounding scenery climate and pure water. It notes Santa Fe as a diamond in the rough that requires careful polishing to reveal its charms.
The Democratic Journal notes Santa Fe offers educational institutions including St. Michael's college and several religious and public schools. It cites a record temperature range of 13 below zero to 95 below, claims the city as a health resort for pulmonary patients and a summer retreat, and highlights its clear skies and sun exposure due to high elevation about 6500 feet above sea level.
The Albuquerque Citizen argues Blaine is the sharpest American politician and could capture the Republican nomination for president if he desires. It notes his control of speech, his past near-wins, and suggests he would resume influence if Cleveland’s path altered, hinting Blaine’s strategic restraint.
Daily observations point to James G. Blaine as the probable Republican nominee for president. Both parties grow weary of the Indianapolis iceberg that chilled the White House atmosphere for years. The coming contest is predicted to be Cleveland versus Blaine.
The piece discusses a high minded campaign on reform and tariff issues, predicting Democratic strategy to educate voters and define government policy for four years. It also reports a Fort Winsgate express robbery by two masked men stealing about $3000 and a watch from agent Brady, plus sales of property in Albuquerque including the Talbott estateLots at Third and Gold and adjacent parcels fetching 8000 and 7250 dollars and a 1000 dollar rail front lease. Montesuma corner sale not held. Guy and Houts offered 21000 for the corner but were refused.
The Cerrillos Coal & Iron Co. and grant interests are said to have harmonized and will back superintendent Risque in settling coal titles. A permanent settlement is sought to establish Cerrillos coal as a stable enterprise and spare operators from court actions. The Cerrillos Rustler urges united, prudent action for rightful interests.
A counterfeit ten dollar bank note on Germania national of New Orleans, first seen in March 1890, touched up in September and judged very fair by the treasury. The note lacks distributed fibre and silk thread, has poor treasury colors and slightly large figures, while the back is well done. The Albuquerque Citizen reports Bernard S. Rodey plans a two story brick home on Copper avenue and Solon E Rose also prepares a two story brick residence there with a brown stone front, aiming to be a city highlight.
National politics coverage notes Mills’s forceful, clear stance and expects rival Crisp to respond with a definite statement. The piece credits a leading candidate for setting an example, arguing against free coinage and not forcing it through Congress. The Troy Press (Dem.) comments on the likely impact on speakership prospects.
A New York World editorial warns that Sherman being supplanted by Foraker would show decay at the top and worm at the root of the Republican Party in Ohio, signaling danger to the party if the shift occurs.
The Chicago Inter-Ocean notes that today’s two parties are alive due to radically different political views with a boundary at principled differences across life situations. It argues no party can dominate by using class distinctions and animosity for success.
A Boxton Herald opinion argues that revenue tariffs, not protection, spur U S factory growth citing a decade of manufacturing gains. A New York Commercial note outlines that 222 votes can win the presidency in a 1 vote tie, while 228 are required for the other side, highlighting near-term election math.
A 19th century political column argues the Democratic party must force its principles, or be overtaken by changes. It warns agricultural southern states risk drift unless Democrats mobilize against Force bills and keep Republicans on the defensive with targeted strategies beyond a general tariff push.
The Savannah News notes Democrats outside New York favor Cleveland for the nomination. It argues he commands broader national confidence and would win more electoral votes than any New Yorker, making it hard to nominate another New York man.
The Atlanta Constitution asserts New York’s delegation will shape the outcome. If New York sends a solid delegation for Mr Cleveland he will be nominated. if not, he won’t. The same logic applies to any candidate, with the solid New York support deciding the nomination.
The best papers nationwide affirm Cleveland as the logical Democratic presidential nominee. The Memphis Commercial Appeal notes that the north, south, east, and west share the conviction, reflecting press and leader opinion across the country.
The New York World argues that selecting a city for the Republican convention has no real political impact. It asserts the same candidate would be nominated regardless of venue, with Mr. Bisine or Mr. Harrison as likely figures, depending on who runs.
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