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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1876
Page
1
A fragmentary notice outlines a weekly publication cadence for a Nevada state journal. It mentions annual, monthly delivery, advance payment, and no forwarding of issues, though many details are garbled. The readable bits indicate a recurring periodical with prepayment and non forwarding policy.
Dethronement of Goldsmith Maid stirs regret yet signals progress as Snaggler, a plow horse turned racehorse, rises after beating the Maid in Cleveland. Five distances trialed, Smug for Winning and Blt noted. buyer offers of 2100,000 have been refused. Snaggler’s lineage hints at Kentucky blood crossed with Western endurance.
Despite a great drouth, reports from the Middle South and North-West show cereals will yield well, with extra surpluses of wheat and oats in grain belts. Corn acreage appears larger, cotton yields near average, and cheaper bread alongside cotton goods promises relief from hard times for the nation. The harvest is celebrated as a boon to grateful citizens.
The Congress unanimously approves 200000 dollars to build military posts near the Little and Big Horn rivers. A garrison near Custer's massacre site and another at Cloud Peak are seen as key to peace with the Sioux. Steamers from Fort Lincoln could supply the posts quickly with stores and ammunition.
The Secretary of the Treasury stops coinage of trade dollars at the Philadelphia and Carson City Mints and orders the San Francisco Mint to coin only what is needed to meet export demand. Mints will operate at full capacity on subsidiary coins and required gold coinage.
A concise review contrasts Democratic party actions in the Assisit months with the current administration’s approach to investigators. It parallels President Buchanan in 1850 and his stance on approving an appropriation to fund investigations into similar alleged impediments, drawing historical comparison and critique.
The official publication marks a proposed amendment to Article IX altering the fiscal year to begin December 1 each year. The change aims to allow more time for state reports before the legislature session. Voters will weigh the amendment and related considerations at the next general election.
Senator Stewart letters to the New York Merald releying views on the gilgur issue. Friends of the Hawaiian treaty grow discouraged awaiting final Senate action this session. Ex-Secretary Bristow travels to Vermont to stump for Jayed and Wheeler, then visits White Mountains and Last Hampton. Senate Chinese inquiry panel named Morton Sar font Cooper. Morton heads to California after Indiana elections. Mining Review ranks Nevada atop western mineral output with daily yield totaling 210000 dollars, 68000000 yearly.
The June 20 1876 funded debt of San Francisco stood at 4332000 a figure seen as small versus other large American cities. The city’s debt per person varied widely with many towns above 100 yet SF remained under 16 per head. The debt originated before incorporation and statehood.
During the fiscal year ending June 30 1876 twenty two thousand five hundred seventy two Chinese immigrants arrived in the United States, with only two hundred fifty nine females. For 1875 total Chinese arrivals were sixteen thousand four hundred eighty seven with eighty two females.
The text notes the Black Hills returning to appearance among Austinians with a remark on the dix’s outcome. It mentions premature hair loss as a common consequence in many cases, signaling a cautionary note about effects observed.
Asn Evrz4 Youna remains in pursuit of Brigham’s financial assets and the likelihood of securing the Lesought alimony is described as favorable.
Tax cotton crop in Middle and South Alabama is attacked by the cotton worm in great numbers. The destruction of the entire crop is feared.
In wartime remarks Gen Meapa states of Queter that the man will die at the head of his homme. The quote reflects harsh leadership rhetoric and adds a stark personal verdict amid conflict.
Report from the mining district notes the Consolidated Virginia shaft may soon resume full ore extraction. California's current month yield could reach two million dollars, with July assessments totaling 928000 and 1188200 last year. The English Company's mill at Froy Eureka county sold cheaply to Martin White Co. and rumors claim rich ore in Eureka Ninth level. Ward District flourishes with new wills, completed furnaces, and growing mining interest attracting operators from both coasts. The Richmond Company presses to cut miners wages, but US firms resist collaboration.
The Sentinel reports Merced bears plentiful in the mountains, Westminster early potato plantings, Tulare cavalry parglinses for Arizona service, charcoal burning resuming at Trackee, San Diego wool fall clip, 40 Lales received Saturday, artesian wells at Westminster 26 to date, Newcastle shipments from Placer county at ten tons daily, Sacramento Fire Board adopts telegraph fire alarm system, Visalia artesian well depth 850 feet with rock retarding progress, notable bulb and vegetable weights in Lompoo record, Captain Bernard leads 50 cavalrymen on border scout, Aurona praised but political discussion critiques remain, Democratic stance on economy and telegraphing noted.
In Nevada county notes Fifteen fava games, a keno run and three China games prosper in Fire Virginia City. A Winnemucca Democrat hints at supporting a controversial candidate if on the Democratic ticket. Delinquent assessments in North Consolidated Virginia surface as of August 3. Camp activity from Cornucopia indicates a lively scene with mine districts showing better output as Leopard mill and furnace run well.
A fragmented selection notes political aims in North Carolina with Republicans hoping for a large majority, a European evangelistic tour by revivalists Whittle and Bligs, and a global clergy force of 43,000 in which only about 1,000 take vacations. Miscellaneous items touch on Saratoga capitalists missing the season, a Detroit man abusing his wife after a baby show, and oddities about cucumbers and medicine.
Rev Julian Doolittle describes the Qing policy begun in 1644 requiring men to shave the head except for a long crown of hair. Enforcement was severe, with penalties including death, and nonconformity hindered lawsuits and success in exams while conformers advanced.
The article notes Brigham Young fathered sixty three children with forty five living. Most offspring are female and blond, with few exceptions. The latest child is a girl about six, daughter of Amelia Van Cott, his fourteenth wife, described as pretty and a favorite next to Amelia Folsom, his eighteenth wife. One daughter, eighteenth, reputedly has a strong temper and treats him as if she were his mother-in-law.
Theodore Tilton gave his wife 81,000 and 100 for his son Ralph. She refused to spend it for herself and deposited it for the children. Tilton then took the boy to New Jersey, leaving Mrs. Tilton in frantic grief.
Gray haired imposing figure General Windel 8 Hancock enters appearance in a courtroom setting. The report notes his hair and moustache as gray while describing him as asot and imposing as ever, with spectators recalling his past reputation.
Hartford correspondent recalls a tale of Governor Hayes and Pendleton during Ohio’s governor race. Hayes remains calm in Cincinnati while supporters debate the presidency, showing his generosity and concern for his rival, with anecdotes of bravery and selflessness attached to Hayes.
The Austin Reveille reports the Manhattan Company’s bullion shipment for the month being the largest since mining began in the district. Total shipments reach 200,180 dollars with several days left. Mines at Launder Hill show unprecedented promise and sustained silver production. Austin, though isolated, is expected to gain fame abroad for future rich ore bodies and renewed mining activity.
A Dubuque reader narrates a vivid, humorous impression of Niagara Falls comparing it to local scenes. The account blends nautical, horses and sleigh imagery with playful, half-muddy observations of water volume, sound, and the waterfall's dramatic plunge toward the whirlpool and sea.
The text mocks gender stereotypes by pairing male and female traits and duties, highlighting contrasts such as strong versus beautiful, active versus domestic, and rugged versus tender. It then notes the Prince of Wales as field marshal and governor, with mentions of gifts from the Bey of Tunis to Sultan Murad V illustrating wealth and power.
A Worlds Saratoga special outlines Tilden declining to discuss points with others before publicizing his position. Both candidates plan forthcoming letters detailing reform, government retrenchment, and economical policy, arguing resumption of specie payments and national prosperity while condemning Republican tactics. Also notes on other political figures and various city news items from New York and Washington.
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