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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1884
Page
1
Weekly terms for subscription announced with rates and delivery details. States one year and six months options, carrier delivery in Reno at 50 cents per issue, and that no paper is mailed unless paid in advance.
The night unleashes a glorious company of sentinels as twilight deepens. Watch-fires blaze across heaven's wall, filling the intervals with light that stirs the soul and reveals noble traits in human character. In war and sorrow a wise leader arises to shape the state's destiny.
A large majority of Nevada Republicans favor James G. Blaine for President praising his ties to Nevada interests and predicting a victorious campaign against Democrats. The Journal argues six Nevada delegates may decide the nomination and urges selecting representative Republicans like John Mackey and J L Requa to go to Chicago and back the best chance to carry the nation.
The Reno Journal doubts Mackay and Requa would vote for Blaine yet believes forcing their support harms the party. It argues they should not be expelled, as Blaine needs every Republican at Chicago to win. The piece suggests Mackay and Requa could be swayed to Blaine to avoid a dark horse.
The Yreka Journal notes a Republican tide for Blaine and Lincoln with Ward as standard bearer options. Conkling would back Blaine if nominated, while Grant remains first choice. Blaine’s prospects hinge partly on New York, the West, and his Monroe doctrine stance. Lincoln is praised as the Eastern counterbalance and as the son of the late Lincoln who led the nation.
The Oakland Tribune argues party existence depends on organization and control. It compares party unity to social compact, urging minority acquiescence to majority will for nominations and platforms, while warning against dissent leading to despotism and misrule. It concludes no party can survive if individuals act against unified nominations.
Revenue reformers in the House grow more confident that the Morrison bill will be heard, based on assurances from enough caucus opponents to secure a hearing. Democrats opposed in caucus total 57, with 37 Republicans aligned, while calls for a new caucus threaten to bind supporters to vote for the measure. A mysterious anonymous circular urges tariff postponement, drawing wide comment and anonymous authorship speculation.
United States Senator Ingalls of Kansas expresses that Blaine comes nearer the ideal party leader than any contemporary, Logan is strong with western soldiers and commands a large following, and Ea mounds enjoys the confidence of many thinking men nationwide.
The House Committee on Public Buildings seeks a day to consider numerous public building bills and to remove Senate bills from the Speaker's table. If approved, the San Francisco and Sacramento public building measures may be advanced and passed.
Telegraph dispatch from Washington quotes Senator John F. Miller stating he is not a candidate for delegate to Chicago and does not desire his name presented. Philadelphia Press editor Charles E. Smith notes Conkling faction would back Blaine if nominated, urging a Grant or Blaine nomination as the people’s choice.
A strong Connecticut sentiment favors Gen. Hawley for the Republican Presidential nomination. He can secure the state’s votes in Chicago if he wants them, with Senator Edmunds as the next favorite after Hawley.
The article notes Daniel J. Tilden’s noted health as a topic that influenced numerous editorials for years. It compares his health to weather changes, shifting with the political atmosphere and public commentary.
The New York Times reports rising chatter that Joseph R. Hawley may emerge as the best Republican choice to unite the party for the presidential race. Hints are seen around Edmunds in New York and from machine quarters.
Trank lines announce one unlimited fare for round trips to Chicago for delegates and visitors to both Republican and Democratic National Conventions. The offer applies from principal points within the line territory and aims to simplify travel arrangements for party participants.
The Republican Central Committee of Washington Territory scheduled a Territorial Convention at Dayton on May 1 to select delegates for the National Convention.
An influential Archbishop tells Herald the Pope might move to America seeking safety and greater respect for the church. He says the Vatican is held only on sufferance and the pope could be ejected at any moment if he left Rome. The move would be kept secret if it occurred.
Acting Governor Laughton visited Austin as Adjutant General to inspect the National Guard, leading a 68 man unit with a 16 piece band under Captain W. B. Newell. The party, including Lt. Gov. Laughton and cattlemen, enjoyed a banquet and social gatherings in Austin before touring Manhattan and the town.
J B Montgomery of Portland declares Blaine can deliver Oregon by 4000 votes and carry Nevada and California. He argues Blaine is the decisive candidate who could secure two U S Senators to replace Jones and Farley, otherwise held by the Democrats.
Chas. 5. Neal, long time secretary of the San Francisco Stock Board and stock broker, has resigned his post and left the brokerage business to accept the appointment as private secretary to Senator Fair.
The Carson Tribune notes that Republicans urged nominating Mackay for delegate to Chicago and that his money funded campaigns in 1882 affecting Governor Strother and candidate Kinkead. It argues the result showed money influencing political outcomes and hints at similar past successes with Mackay’s backing.
The extra session has done little beyond approving per diem and mileage pay. A motion to suspend rules and pass the wool duty restriction failed 118 yeas to 126 nays yesterday afternoon. Also includes an advertisement for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming universal cure and relief, priced 25 cents.
Eureka Republican County Central Committee met at Wren and Cheney's office to elect officers and discuss party prospects. Pred M. Heitman chaired. J. B. Jones served as pro tem secretary. new members include Charles Graham and Wm. Bryant. The group urged independence from one man dominance, warned against political intrigue, and urged unified support for the party’s congressional and state ticket candidates.
The Idaho Grand Lodge unanimously adopts preambles declaring loyalty to government and opposition to Mormon teachings. It bars any member or applicant affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from Masonic privileges in Utah. Montana and Nevada Grand Lodges express support for Utah’s stance against Mormonism and polygamy, condemning polygamy and praising exclusion from Masonry.
A vintage ad touts Parker's Ginger Tonic as a digestion enhancer and strength giver for the weak and nervous system. It claims to be a harmless diarrhea cure that does not constipate, presenting it as a wholesome family remedy.
A Rochester Democrat correspondent reports on Washington's heavy transient population during Congress sessions and the so called Third House lobby. He recounts conversations with William M. Ashley about blood bills, gas and abattoir measures, Potomac flats, and anti malarial climates. Ashley attributes health issues to rheumatic pain cured by Warner's Safe Rheumatic Cure, praising its lasting relief.
Ward Reflex endorses M B Garaghan as a superior choice to represent the section at the Chicago Convention. He asserts Garaghan is peer to any named thus far and highly qualified to advocate for honest government without personal axes.
The Nevada State Journal enters its twenty first volume and has advanced to be generally conceded as the leading Republican paper of the state, as noted by the Winnemucen Silver State.
The Reno Jouesat marks ten years as Nevada's bright daily paper. Gonva Courier offers best wishes for continued success and a strong future ahead.
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