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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1884
Page
1
Wool production by state shows uneven sheep counts and high totals
Ohio leads in wool output with 25,000,000 pounds annually from about 5,000,000 sheep while California tops flock size at nearly 6,000,000 and 17,000,000 pounds. Michigan holds 2,500,000 sheep but 12,000,000 pounds, New Mexico and Texas approach 4,000,000 sheep each with 4.5 and 7.0 million pounds respectively, and the U S total wool yield is about 475,000,000 pounds.
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Harpster
Ohio Wool- Growers’ Association
Lawrence
Treasury Department
California
Ohio
Indiana
Kentucky
Rhode Island
Delaware
Massachusetts
Maine
Georgia
Iowa
Kansas
North Carolina
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
West Virginia
Wyoming Territory
Colorado
Illinois
Missouri
New York
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Wisconsin
Michigan
New Mexico
Texas
United States
A Departure On California Legislature Lobbying Contrast
The article notes California's extra session lacks railroad representation in the lobby, prompting critics to call lobbying by corporations unprofitable. It argues that corporate agents provoke caution and that lawmakers fear being accused of corruption when voting on bills favoring rail interests. It suggests managers may realize friends can be dangerous foes.
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California
Orporation
Plumas Republican County Committee Appoints Delegates
The Plumas Republican County Committee met at Quincy last Saturday and appointed delegates to the State Convention in Oakland on April 30. Dixon Brabhan from La Porte, James A. Orr of Quincy, C Mul Holland of Greenville, W E Pratt of Prattville. The committee adopted a resolution backing James G. Biana but rejected binding delegates by positive instructions to the National Convention.
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Plamas
Republican County Committee
Quincy
Oakland
Dixon Brabhan
Laporte
James A. Orr
C. Mulholland
Greenville
W. E. Pratt
Prattville
James G. Biaina
Revenue receipts decline in early fiscal year totals
During the first eight months of the present fiscal year the Internal Revenue receipts have been 70040320 dollars, a decrease of 14481260 compared with the corresponding period of 1883. The aggregate receipts for February were 2090962 dollars less than February 1883.
Delegates Pick H B Payne Galegate At Wilkebare Meet
Delegates from the seven legislative and twenty one senatorial districts met at Wilkebare Pennsylvania yesterday and elected H B Payne a Galegate to the National Convention with instructions to support Blaine. SRR OF De ROC
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Wilkebare
Penn
H. B. Payne
Blaine
Srr
de Roc
National Anti-Monopoly Convention Called in Chicago
A convention of the Anti Monopolists of the United States is called to meet in Chicago at noon on May 14 1884 to nominate a Presidential ticket. Delegates and alternates from each district territory and the District of Columbia will be allocated, with steps urged to form and expand local societies and organize district conventions for delegations. Headquarters will be at the Biggs House in Chicago. John F Henry is Chairman and B F Survey Secretary.
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United States
Chicago
District of Columbia
Biggs House
John F. Henry
Woman Suffrage Amendment Reported Favorable in Senate
A joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to extend suffrage to women was favorably reported by the Senate Committee on Woman Suffrage led by Senator Palmer. It asks state legislatures to ratify the proposed article securing the right to vote regardless of sex and empowers Congress to enforce it by appropriate legislation.
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Senate
Committee On
Palmer
United States
Congress
Fisherman and skilled dog in salmon chase under ice
An Oregon tale centers on a man and his dog as the dog dives into a river to seize salmon. While the master fishes through an ice hole, the dog finds a choice fish, travels fifty feet under the ice to another hole, and emerges with the catch in its mouth.
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Oregon
Carlisle Disunion Speech Grieves New York World
The New York World laments Speaker Carlisle's free trade dinner remarks calling the speech a disunion act that distracts and divides the party that honored him. The editorial frames the tone as grave and condemning the long address.
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New York World
Carlisle
Free Trade
Pierce Sees Blaine Popular In Indiana And New York
Ex Congressmen Pierce of Indiana states Blaine is popular in Indiana and capable of carrying the state and New York. He argues Republican hopes in Indiana are brighter now than in 1880 because tariff issues will be raised earlier this campaign. Washington Territory Republican Central Committee to meet April 3 at Vancouver to choose two delegates and two alternates for the National Convention.
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Pierce
Indiana
Blaine
New York
Washington Territory
Republican Central Committee
Vancouver
Party of the Territory
New Jersey
California
Nevada
Virginia
North Carolina
Florida
Northwestern
Michigan
Wisconsin
Nebraska
Illinois
Iowa
Washington
National Committee
Logan canvassing aims at Senate run as presidential prep
In Washington, Logan’s canvassing is viewed as prep for a potential Senate bid rather than a presidential nomination. His current Senate term ends next year. Ohio Governor Hoadly proclaims Friday April 18 as Arbor Day and urges citizens to plant forest trees.
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Washington
Logan
Hoadly
Ohio
Arthur Leads Edmunds by Ten Thousand Votes in New York Race
The Troy Times reports that in New York State Arthur has a ten thousand vote edge over Edmunds and twenty thousand over all other opponents. The marked margin signals a decisive lead for Arthur, with Edmunds in second place and other challengers far behind.
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The
Troy Times
State of
New York
Arthur
Mr. Edmunds
Massachusetts Senator Wealth Question Cited by Alley
Hon John B Alley of Massachusetts proclaims the state has not elected a wealthy United States Senator in the past fifty years. The remark frames a discussion of local political values and the profile of state leadership.
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John B. Alley
Massachusetts
Tis
United States
Prince Leopold Dies Suddenly at Cannes
Prince Leopold, the fourth and youngest son of Queen Victoria, died suddenly today in Cannes. The death reshapes the royal line and prompts tributes from the British royal family and foreign dignitaries.
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Prince Leopold
Queen Victoria
Cannes
Rammond Aims to Beat Cassidy for Congress
Rev. J. D. Rammond believes he can defeat Hon. Geo. W. Cassidy for Congress. The Carson Appeal notes it is certain a Republican will defeat Cassidy this fall.
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J. D. Rammond
Geo. W. Cassidy
Congress
Carson
A Wet Season in Winnemucca and Nevada's Growth
The article reflects on a uniquely wet spring in Nevada, noting Humboldt and Carson river floods past the 1862 level but county settlement lagging behind. It argues wet seasons expand the fertile potential, renewing bunch grasses, boosting cattle and sheep pasturage, and promising bountiful crops with ample water this year.
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Winnemucca
Nevada
Humboldt
Carson
Humboldt County
Paradise
Queen River
Humboldt Range
Humboldt City
Star City
Amoxville
California
Baker Pasha Likely Restored To British Army Rank
Baker Pasha, long of the Egyptian army, is seen as likely to regain his former rank in Britain. Formerly colonel of the 10th Hussars, praised as a premier cavalry officer, he was jailed for two years and cashiered after insulting a railway carriage lady. He later served the Sultan and recently met his old regiment in Egypt while leading an expedition against Tokar.
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Baker Pasha
10Th Hussars
Tokar
10Th Hussara
Egypt
India
Hussars
Baker
Prohibition Bill Stir in New Jersey Explosive Industry
A proposed bill in the New Jersey Legislature aims to severely restrict dynamite manufacture and handling. About two thousand workers in the state, including many at the Atlantic Dynamite Company plants in Newark and Passaic, oppose the measure while the firm claims to produce around two thirds of U S dynamite, with daily output near twenty tons.
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New Jersey
Atlantic Dynamite Company
Newark
Passie
Keeley Motor Works Amid Silence and Doubts
Word circulates that the Keeley motor phase is finished with the inventor isolated in a private room fine tuning vibrators. The machine’s success hinges on proper focalization and mating of components, else the costly venture may be seen as a cruel joke on investors.
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Keeley
Sargent Refuses St Peteraburg Mission Post
Berlin correspondent reports Mr. Sargent will resign his Berlin post and refuse the St Peteraburg mission. The London Times notes his resignation and preference to return home, suggesting the St Peteraburg posting was only arranged to aid recall.
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Berlin
London Daily News
Sargent
St. Peteraburg
London Times
Beck Visits Carson Cheerful On Butler Enduring Republic
Hon H H Beck of Refo arrived in Carson yesterday in cheerful mood. He is a devoted Butler man and favors greenbacks as the base of an enduring republic. He believes the Supreme Court decision has settled the question and sees smooth sailing ahead. Carson Index March 29.
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H. H. Beck
Refo
Carson
Beck
United States Supreme Court
Index
Jeff Davis Speech at Mississippi Legislature Ovation
Jefferson Davis thanks Mississippi lawmakers for the honor, reflecting on the state’s prosperity, education, and unity. He defends his actions in 1861, rejects repentance, urges future patriotism, and bids a sincere farewell to Senators Representatives and the public. He emphasizes reconciliation and the need to preserve the memory of the Confederate cause.
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Jackson
Miss. Clarion
Jefferson Davis
Mississippi
United States
Confederate States
President nominates Sargent minister to Saint Petersburg
Secretary Frelinghuysen telegram to Minister Sargent in Berlin reports the president approves his handling of the Lasker matter and nominates him minister to Saint Petersburg. The nomination, made without committee reference, was unanimously confirmed by the Senate, reflecting the government’s appreciation of his worth.
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Frelinghuysen
Sargent
Berlin
Lasker
St. Petersburg
Senate
Judge Hawley Nomination May Fall Short, Rising as Contender?
Rumor notes Judge Hawley may decline the Supreme Judge nomination, which could elevate Judge Rising as a popular alternative. The Reno Gazette cites the claim, while the Carson Index says Hawley was seen by friends as a likely unanimous candidate.
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Judge Hawley
Rising
Reno Gazette
Carson Index
Reno man dying as sister’s act hastens illness
George W. Conkling of Reno Nevada shot and killed Haverstick in New York, the paramour of his sister Mrs Uhbler, and now dies of consumption. It is said the sister’s death by her own hand hastened the disease’s course.
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George W. Conkling
Reno
Nevada
Haverstick
New York
Uhbler
Rand of Elko Nominated for Republican Chicago Delegation
The Elko Free Press notes J. H. Rand of Elko as a prominently mentioned figure in the Republican delegation to the Chicago Convention, predicting he would be a very creditable representative.
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J. H. Rand
Elko
Chicago
Elko ‘Free Press
The Coming Race and Democratic Prospects in Texas
The Texas Siftings expresses a Democratic tilt, foresees victory only if the party faction improves, calls the current Dems a trailer behind Republicans, and argues a change in leadership could renew strength. It uses racing metaphors to warn of stagnation and potential harm from a Bourbon ascendency.
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Texas
Philadelphia
Republican Party
Professor Young of Nevada Acknowledged for Public School Service
The Reveille questions the salary for the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and notes that Nevada law provides only 2000 per year for this role with no travel allowance. The piece praises Professor Young for his educational leadership, Institute work, school visits, and curatorship of the mineral cabinet, calling him an asset to the state and the Republican party.
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Young
Nevada
Pablo
Reno
Eureka
Rocky Mountains
Republican Party
Douglas County Man Adjudged Sane Yet Lodged in Nevada Asylum
John Boston, an elderly Douglas County resident, was declared insane and yesterday admitted to the Nevada Insane Asylum. He collapsed while driving alone in his wagon. after revival he spoke intelligently at times but largely remained unconscious. His physical health is good and officials hope the disorder is temporary.
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John Boston
Douglas County
Nevada
Solid North and Solid South in 1880 electoral balance
Washington correspondent breaks down the 1880 electoral map with sixteen Northern states versus sixteen Southern states forming the Solid North and Solid South. Debatable states California Indiana New York Ohio Nevada New Jersey each shift votes. New York and Ohio swing major roles influencing both parties as tariff reform debates shape forecasts.
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Solid North
California
Indiana
Nevada
New Jersey
New York
Ohio
Hancock
Garfield
Advice to Mothers Teething Syrup for Children
An advert promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Teething relief for babies. It claims to ease night crying from teething, cure dysentery and diarrhea, regulate the stomach, ease wind colic, soften gums, reduce inflammation, and boost overall energy. It is advertised as a trusted old remedy sold by druggists worldwide at 125 cents a bottle.
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Mra Winslow
The Falls of Genesee and Nam Patehs Fatal Leap
A historic flood account recalls Rochester’s Genesee River surge and Sam Patch’s fall, noting a modern rescue by city authorities. The piece links flood history to a visit to Warner’s seven-story fireproof business complex and a promotion of Warner’s Safe Cure and Safe Rheumatic Cure, with a skeptical interview about medical discovery and cures.
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America
Rochester
N. Y
Sam Patch
Sears Bott
Genesee
Warner
Genesee River
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Arkansas
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Maryiland
South Carolina
Republican Norte
Connecticut
Minnesota
New Hampshire
Total Eevee
Roochester
Ueseeome
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