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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1884
Page
2
Old proposal to annex Utah to Nevada resurfaces as General Conner argues it would swiftly settle the Mormon question. Nevada backers claim union would yield two Congress seats and allow disfranchisement of polygamists, eradicating the practice through future felony status.
The nation’s wealth is rising in a few hands while many Americans face idleness or hunger. Despite hardship, transatlantic ships from New York to Europe run at full capacity with pleasure travelers and rising summer demand. Steamship lines report many berths already booked into August, with June and July departures nearly full and applicants turned away.
East reports place Blaine far ahead of rivals in the Presidential race with strong odds to win the Pacific States and Territories at the Convention. Signs point to his nomination and possible acclamation if his support continues to rise. opponents lag as his stature grows despite past slips.
A New York steamer Nevada brought 416 Mormon immigrants and 22 missionaries. Missionary Lewis said Mormons span nearly all European classes except Irish, admitting Irish are too enthusiastic and spasmodic to convert, warning that Irish converts could cause trouble and noting elders keep away from Ireland for that reason.
The Tribune reports a decisive anti Arthur victory in New York with 66 of 72 delegates chosen. Arthur has 24 delegates, 22 oppose him, and 2 districts remain to pick delegates likely for Arthur. The State Convention remains in opponents hands, restricting Arthur to at most 26 of 72 delegates, even with four delegates at large possible.
A New York meeting last week among Gen. Butler Walter H. Sharp Henry Nichols J B Keogh and J F Henry arranged Butler for President and Rep Reagan of Texas for Vice President by the Anti Monopoly party An understanding with the Greenback party to ratify their convention was reported Washington society buzzed over Maj Gen Carrolls wife filing for divorce on grounds of adultery with a notorious city woman.
A bill before Congress would allot land to Indians in severalty and apply white law, with improved education funding and reduced reservations. The New York Mail urges swift passage of Senator Dawes's plan, arguing it could transform Indians into productive citizens by century’s end, while saving welfare and military costs.
A Eureka resident derides the Eureka and Palisade Railroad for suspending daily trains to raise mail rates. The commenter argues three weekly mails fall short of postal business needs and urges early action before Congressman Cassidy leaves Washington to secure a daily mail contract or an enterprising citizen could offer service.
The Vatican leader is seen as likely to leave Italy soon and take the papal seat abroad. Paris reports Monsignor Rind has returned from Rome on a mission to Prime Minister Ferry as France and the Vatican eye future relations. Rumors say the Pope may seek refuge in France or America with the Church promising welcome if he avoids temporal power.
The New York Times editorializes that Gov. Ordway of Dakota is in trouble and seeks to testify in his own defense for the fourth time. Attorney General Brewster has directed the U.S. Attorney to examine Ordway’s official acts, and the Governor’s peremptory request is denied. The piece notes territorial officers act under the National Government and warns Ordway as a “tadpole Governor” lacking modesty.
The leading Havana paper argues that Cuban troubles are exaggerated and the crisis mainly affects immediate effects rather than long term results. The situation here is of little significance to daily business, and recent government measures are expected to restore prosperity soon.
An elderly, affluent couple living near Syracuse, New York, died after leaving gas from two hotel burners on all night in Chicago. The incident underscores the danger of blowing out gas and the lethal consequences of prolonged exposure.
A compilation of brief items notes the Keeley motor nearing exhibition readiness, a Chinaman hanged after shooting a white woman in Ogden, passage of a national bankruptcy bill, emperors' decline, and various global incidents including a mint janitor’s death by suicide, rising Mono Lake, and diverse European and American happenings.
Joseph D Weeks of the Western Coal and Iron Association warns that Morrison bill may fail but could pass, signaling concern for western iron and steel interests. In six weeks Pittsburgh manufacturers must settle twelve month wage rates with the Amalgamated Association. failure could trigger a strike or lockout, while a 20 percent duty cut would devastate profits and halt the industry.
The Post laments the collapse of at least nineteen lobster canning factories that supply canned lobster to those unable to obtain it fresh. The piece humorously recalls past indulgence and urges continued failures, praising insolvency as a gain and blessing for adults.
The Supreme Court ruled last Monday that two Kansas suits against Union Pacific and Kansas Pacific Railroads are civil actions arising under federal law and removable to federal courts under the 1875 act. The remands to state courts were reversed and the federal circuit court must proceed with the cases as properly removed.
Omaha dispatch reports A J Poppleton and J S Webster traveled to Washington to argue for John Elk an Indian plaintiff in error against Charles Wilkins. Elk seeks registration rights under the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments, claiming citizenship for Indians. The case is viewed as an important question.
A Hartford, Connecticut butcher reports a persistent black specter that follows him everywhere, even during sleep. He previously moved to San Francisco seeking escape, but the apparition remained. Recently his wife, mother, and brother have also seen the phantom, but only when he is present.
A group of prominent Democrats and Tilden allies, who left Greystone on Monday, firmly refuse any presidential bid under any nomination. They deem the rejection final and state that Flower and Cleveland are the remaining Democratic contenders from the state.
A Tuesday morning quake across eastern England lasted about three seconds, alarming residents and rattling bells. Windows and chimneys collapsed, a 150 foot church spire at Colchester fell, and business halted as the tremor disrupted daily life. Some speculate it to be a dynamite attack rather than a natural quake.
The Flowery Kingdom shows no disturbance from cabinet changes as Prince Chan leads the Grand Council and nominates officials to foreign legations. Tsen, an anti foreign figure, joins the council on foreign affairs alongside Prince Roang Bele. The Marquis Tseng may be promoted. Secretary Parks travels to Corea to ratify a new Anglo Corea commercial treaty.
The piece recalls General Gordon, once hailed as a heroic savior in Khartoum, and notes the shift in judgment after his failure. It argues that failure branding him as fanatical or muddle-brained could reverse if he wins at the last moment, suggesting public opinion hinges on outcome.
The House Committee on Pacific Railroads advanced amendments to the Thurman Sinking Fund Act. They would include Kansas Pacific Sioux City and Pacific and the central Union Pacific branch, raise the net earnings transfer to the fund from 25 to 37 percent, and empower the Treasury Secretary to invest the fund in first mortgage bonds of subsidized firms holding government securities.
The Supreme Court decides that stock held as collateral may be nominally transferred to avoid liability. A pledgee can register in good faith while the bank is sound, before failure or embarrassment, to shield the pledgee from liability. Chief Justice Waite writes the opinion. Judge Miller dissents.
The New York Herald reports four young sisters Gracie Josie Lena and Nellie McRostin arrived at Castle Garden with other steerage passengers aboard the National liner France. The youngest is three and the oldest eight. Their mother died a year ago and they came to meet their father in Brooklyn.
Hambag Colorado reports a big Mt. Pisgah gold excitement near Pikes Peak but details are slim. Suspicion points to railroad hype to boost business, similar to the Northern Pacific Coeur d Alene boom. Most expect these booms to fade with no solid substance.
The Madir of Berber telegraphs on future reinforcements and declares he will resist to the utmost with his garrison of 700 men if none are sent. He also seeks instructions before attempting terms with Mahdi.
Cremation rises in popularity with soon to open crematories planned for London Boston and Philadelphia. Officials predict rapid spread of the practice as sanitary burial faces reform. Public comfort may lag but attitudes are expected to shift toward cremation as a preferred method.
Discontent erupts on a Pennsylvania railroad line as workers facing near starvation riot after wages are held back. Rioters threaten the only accessible road official until a barrel of crackers is poured on the ground, triggering a scramble for food. The piece labels such events as shocking in "the paradise of the workingman."
The piece urges Congress to pass and send to the States a proposed amendment allowing the President to veto specific items in appropriation bills without rejecting the entire measure. It argues the amendment is needed and should be ratified in time for the next Presidential term.
Background gossip in San Francisco claims Sarah Althea Hill is aided by her brother, who married a Murphy daughter and gained substantial cash and property, enabling support for her legal action against Sharon. The wealth is seen as financing her tea strike and public stance.
The piece portrays Kentucky as seeking free tariffs for all goods except whisky and resisting interference with corn products. It suggests Kentucky would tolerate starving wages for factory workers elsewhere while defending its own economic interests, likening the state to a boy who stole jam and would let his sister be punished while avoiding punishment himself.
The English detectives returning from France could not link any Irish American suspects to the dynamite plots. French authorities deny plans to expel suspects and will not interfere without proof. The British Embassy in Paris remains aloof and no private dynamite factories in northern France could be located.
During a Sideli circus performance in Bucharest Italy Monday evening the roof collapsed igniting a fire and causing a panic. Five dead were recovered along with 100 wounded and many missing as rescuers sifted the ruins.
More than ten thousand European immigrants have reached New York since last Saturday. Sixteen vessels ferried the newcomers, while twelve more ships carry an equal number of passengers. Charles Crocker moves 2000 head of blooded Texan cattle by rail from Texas to his San Diego County ranch.
A fragment notes the proverb Alls well that ends well with a playful aside about danger in a well. The quote hints at a near miss or humorous contingency of drowning while referencing a traditional saying.
An Austin mother laments her son's dirty cap after a street incident. The boy claims another pulled it down, his sister interjects, and the mother pursues the truth with playful reproach. A lighthearted local scene unfolds among children and parent.
A vintage ad urges mothers to use Parker's Ginger Tonic to soothe fretful babies and relieve pains while Parker's Hair Balsam is promoted to restore youthful hair color and reduce graying concerns.
A column of testimonials from readers across the United States praising Warner's Safe Cure for kidney, heart, and related ailments. Claims include life saved, cures for Bright's disease, kidney disorders, and chronic pain after using multiple bottles. dates from February to March and various city bylines.
A wealthy Scandinavian visitor from Bis marck D T arrived in St Paul Minnesota three weeks ago seeking a wife. At the depot he paid 200 dollars to a man who would locate a bride. The intermediary arranged a match with his daughter and transferred 40 000 dollars in Bismarck property as a wedding guarantee. The marriage occurred last Saturday.
Political observers argue Blaine could secure the Republican nomination if delegates trust his prospects in carrying New York and enough western and Pacific states. Excluding New York, winning the Pacific states and Garfield’s path could assure his election.
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