03 Dec 1881
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1881
Page
1
The Wereekly Nevada State Journal issued every Saturday morning under publisher Powning. Subscription terms include annual rates and delivery by carrier in Reno at 50 cents per month. Advertising agent L. P. Fisher in San Francisco is authorized to receive ads for the paper.
The article notes President Arthur plans a short first message to Congress. It outlines expected themes including bonds, the national banking system, postal contract reform, Dakota statehood, Monroe doctrine, education funding, debt reduction, navy and army funding, and a critique of polygamy. It also summarizes the tenth census figures with state land areas led by Texas and California, and corrects Pennsylvania’s area to 44,985 square miles.
A Washington correspondent reports Treasury officials expect silver inflationists to press for raising monthly silver dollar coinage from the minimum to the maximum of 4,000,000 dollars. The maximum coinage has not been reached since the Silver Dollar law. The peak was 3,015,000 in May 1878, with average monthly coinage at 2,287,000 and average net monthly issue at 753,000.
The sister Adline Burns ide of Aubndon Iowa asks for help locating Edmund Northrup. He left New York in 1856 or 1857 and worked in gold mines in San Joaquin valley silver mines in Idaho a Nevada restaurant owner and was last heard from Knight's Landing California in 1867. Any information to his sister. Local papers copy. The piece also notes the Northern Pacific Railroad 800 miles remaining to Oregon and an expected Atlantic to Pacific link by 1883.
A persuasive editorial warns that unchecked corporate greed and monopoly threaten democracy. It recalls past revolts against oppression, denounces powerful monopolies, cites Huntington's line about charging what the trade will bear, and foresees reforms that strip corporate power and elect representatives beyond its reach as a storm in the East gathers for justice.
A Washington special says the President is reorganizing the Cabinet and telegraphs for New York advisers. Frelinghuysen and Lincoln are expected as Secretaries, James likely to stay as Postmaster General until March, Routt seeks the post as contender. Timothy O Howe is certain as Attorney General and Chaffee tipped for Interior with Beale at Navy.
Big Meadows farmers move surplus farm produce to California as potatoes reach coastal markets. Potatoes delivered by rail fetch about $15 per ton. Demand exists for barley to Reno and western areas, while wheat remains unsold. Ranchers use alfalfa to fatten cattle with Marker Brothers feeding 300 head and Joseph Marzen about 500 head, aiming for prime condition by January.
In Hamilton District Court on Wednesday J R Middleton was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to five years in the State Prison by Judge Rives. He killed Hon George Blair, a Nevada legislator, in May during a family quarrel after Blair slapped Middleton who jabbed a knife into Blair's abdomen.
A new book titled The Real Mission of Kings by One of Them is attributed to the King of Bavaria. It harshly critiques Bismarck, condemning the 1870 war as immoral and iniquitous and portrays Bismarck as hostile to kings and the people.
The jury in Adolph Schander's manslaughter trial in Department Eleven of the San Francisco Superior Court after a long deliberation reported they could not agree and were discharged.
The 1880 census reports the entire settled area of the United States measuring 1,569,570 square miles or 1,004,524,800 acres, illustrating vast national expanse in early demographic records.
The writers express a desire for smooth relations between President Arthur and Secretary Blaine, noting there should be no trouble between them. The tone hints at anticipated public interest but emphasizes stability rather than conflict.
E P Vining and G Goddard met San Francisco merchants to discuss railroad moves and possible coast connections. They explained ownership by Boston interests, speculated on an Atlantic and Pacific route via Southern Utah, Yosemite, and ties to the Union Pacific, while noting Gould’s limited involvement and the impact of national money markets on railroad expansion.
The policy note notes anxiety stems from a wish to preempt rival routes, with several competing lines expected to be finished within about two years. The discussion focuses on how upcoming contracts may shape transportation and logistics strategy amid unfolding project timelines.
The New Orleans Times advocates reserving land for a grand railroad center to link Southern Pacific with the South. It predicts Pacific coast wheat will flood New Orleans for European shipment as early as July 1882, with rail cars carrying grain to the Atlantic and returning as emigrant cars. If steam service to Europe falters, SP may run its own line and lower freights, prompting exporters to ship after May. Farmers would push a large 1882 crop into 1882–83 season unless charters fall.
The Chicago Tribune reports a draft bill for a postal savings bank system to be presented to Congress by Postmaster General James. It would authorize establishment at the department's discretion, be self sustaining with no appropriations, pledge U S credit for depositor payments, set 2 percent interest with 1 percent for expenses, and any surplus to the General Fund. Deposits capped at 500 yearly and 1500 on hand. Abram Hewitt backs the plan after European summer.
Reported unsuccessful terrorist attempt against the Russian Czar prompts immediate removal of the imperial family from Gatschina. Police arrests in St. Petersburg, Charkov, and Tcharnigoff include a provincial city chief of police, two daughters of a high State official, two Jewish merchants, and several Nihilist members. Plan involved a balloon with dynamite to explode near the palace yard and seize the Czar. Machinery indicates readiness for execution.
Prominent medical experts visited Guiteau in his cell Sunday and examined him critically to determine his true mental condition. They disagree on the assassin's responsibility, while recent letters suggest a shift in public sentiment toward pity and a hope of saving him from the gallows.
A discussion on women’s health and fitness underscores that care for daily habits can boost strength and beauty. The article promotes Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure as a purifying remedy for blood, liver, and kidneys, arguing medical intolerance delays women’s access to effective care and urging proactive health measures for lasting well‑being.
The article describes feminine evening gowns in pale plush with peaked bodices and gathered scarf draperies, large collars for women of all ages, and the shift from floral horseshoe to four-leaf clover wedding tokens. It covers baby and teen styles, belt details, velvet and satin bodices, beaded appliques, embroidery, and plush with gold lace cords as the most elegant trend.
A compilation quotes self reliance and perseverance from Sac Bee and Argonaut commentary. It contrasts self-conceit with true confidence, praising sustained effort and inner resolve as path to success, while condemning cowardice and craven behavior. It notes the Garfield assassination context and condemns the Sir attempts to evade justice.
Rochester Express notes a claim that United States Ministers travel overseas not to preach but to attend large dinners and be absent during office hours, highlighting a critical view of their duties and presence abroad.
A Boston Post brief reports Johnny was struck by a ball the other day. The incident prompted quick reaction as the ball apparently exited his mouth in the moment. No further details provided.
The Postmaster-General previews a report detailing the dead letter influx of 3,323,621 letters and over forty thousand dollars in checks and drafts. It notes the money order system issued $105 million in orders, collected fees near one million dollars, and outlines fund transfers to meet demand. It highlights unclaimed money orders estimated at 1.25 million dollars and suggests Congress set a seven year limit for claimant rights.
Stock men in Harney and Warner valleys believe a fatal cattle disease is not blackleg but a mountain fever like illness. Early signs include neck swelling and a sleepy appearance, followed by leg swelling and refusal to eat. The disease progresses quickly, killing in days, mainly affecting young cattle though not exclusively. Bleeding appears helpful at first, but less so later, with no proven remedy yet. locals urge sharing successful treatments to aid stock growers amid ongoing losses reported by Lakeview Herald.
Mining in Idaho Territory has faced high costs and poor management. The Custer and Gold Fill mines are not dividend paying. War Eagle reports good ore with 300 tons soon to be milled. Empire State mine increases output and leases a small mill for a year to crush ore.
A San Francisco Chronicle opinion letter accuses the Confederate Bondholders of chasing wild schemes to sue the Bank of England and seeks to influence opinion to end legislative limits on Confederate debt settlements. It adds that reintroducing slavery would be equally irrational.
A widow, widow of former landlord Mr Brown who died last summer, advertises she will run the hotel in the town on a new and improved plan. The notice invites patronage and signals a transition of management to the widow.
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