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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1883
Page
1
Weekly Nevada State Journal announces Saturday publication by C G Powwing as publisher and proprietor. Subscription terms listed include one year by mail and six months, with carrier delivery in Reno at 50 cents per month. No paper forwarded without advance payment.
A Washington dispatch reports the tenth annual reunion of the National Association of Veterans of the Mexican War with large attendance. President General Denver presided as Captain Merrick spoke in welcome. General Rosecrans spoke of securing pensions. Officers elected include President General Denver and First Vice President General Manson. Resolutions urge pensions for survivors and copies sent to the President and Congress. The Journal urges government action, calling it a disgrace that veterans have been neglected for years.
An elder observer predicts a genuine mining boom in Washoe county with extensive operations likely next summer. Prospecting companies start in in Peavine and near Pyra mid Lake, as the belt between Peavine Mountain and Pyramid Lake awaits excitement. Reports from Washoe City indicate early mine jumping activity, and locals expect a bright future for the region.
Major General Pope新的 division commander of the Pacific settles into quarters at the Presidio praising California climate. His staff includes Captain William McK Dunn Captain Daniel M Taylor and First Lieutenant Robert T Emmet. The coast adds Colonel Judson D Bingham as Assistant Quartermaster General replacing Colonel Saxton.
The Republican Senatorial Committee assigned chairmanships with Miller of California taking Foreign Relations and Hill of Colorado taking Post Offices and Postroads. Bowen is eyed for Mines and Mining. Finance remains unchanged.
The campaign to crack down on obscene publications gains momentum across sections of the Union and calls for a broader, more general effort to curb such materials nationwide.
Edith Martin’s mother now near death confesses a scheme involving Mrs Peacock and a man named Cobb to frame Robert Peacock for fel onious assault on the eight year old. Peacock, who served three years of a 14 year sentence at San Quentin, may be released as steps are taken to clear him.
General Hancock travels by private car from New York to Chicago then continues by rail toward San Francisco on a military business trip. He plans a brief stay in San Francisco followed by visits to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, marking his first rail journey to the West Coast.
Representative Senley of California plans to introduce a House bill authorizing payment to California, Oregon and Nevada of principal and interest for money advanced to suppress Indian hostilities. The measure seeks reimbursement to the three states for wartime expenses incurred in defense and security efforts.
The Democratic majority in the House shows unity on expected votes. Randall’s supporters accept defeat while Carlisle’s moderating stance suggests no radical tariff changes this session. The President’s revenue stance dampens calls for further tax cuts as Ways and Means members near appointment. Congress awaits holiday recess before substantive work resumes.
Two Wirges brothers were found murdered in their cabin at Maine Bar on the Middle Fork of the American river. A Mexican suspect arrested at Placerville confessed guilt and is linked to another local killing of Muldoon between Auburn and Forest Hill. Senator Lapham backs a constitutional amendment to veto items in the General Appropriation bill while approving the rest.
President Arthur becomes the first chief executive to publicly address public grievances about interstate railways and the alleged overcharges in transportation rates, signaling government concern over the issue.
A Butler resident in Springfield Mass is described wearing a straw hat and not changing it until the General is elected again, outlining a peculiar local custom or stance tied to the political cycle.
The Chicago Tribune reports promoters of the Railway Shareholders Association deny involvement while arguing the plan would curb powerful railroad kings. It contrasts American practices with Britain's regulated system, noting English law requires public disclosure and periodic revision to protect stockholders and the public.
Governor Underwood predicts Carlisle's election signals a majority move for tariff reform and free trade in House committees. Charleston South Carolina backs anti protectionism while Philadelphia papers warn that New York Ohio New Jersey and Connecticut may shift to Republicans.
The Railroad Gazette lists 9,233,300 cattle and 24,336,37 sheep across thirteen Western states and territories. Texas leads cattle and sheep, California ranks high in sheep, while Colorado Wyoming Montana edge California in cattle. The figures explain why Western railroads profit quickly after opening.
A dispatch from Erie Pa tells of a peculiar wedding in which a well dressed young woman, claiming to be unable to marry the man she loves, hires Charley Traynor to marry her in a Pennsylvania court. She explains she wishes to prevent temptation by marrying a stranger, then leaves as the groom departs for a train, while she plans to live as before and pursue her true love. The judge logs the event and notes possible insanity as the motive.
The Plumas National saga argues that wealth lies deep or near the surface in Plumas mining districts. Past strikes at Hall sted Rich Gulch Tour Hills and Holman mines show big ore possible with intelligent prospecting. The region needs vigorous, systematic exploration to unlock the Pacific slope’s mining potential.
The article extols Dr David Ward as Michigans richest man in lumber with vast pine holdings in Michigan and Wisconsin. It cites 22,200,000,000 feet of standing pine, cork and sap varieties, plus hardwood and mining lands, estimating total wealth around 25 million dollars. He is portrayed as frugal, patient, and cheerful in later life.
Hon H B K Hanana resigns as Judge of the Lake County District Court citing inadequate salary to support his family.
New York dispatch reports John W. Mackay recently toured the Comstock mines and, while declining interviews, indicated faith in the mines’ future once water is pumped from the lower levels. He offered no timeline. A young man named Hagan committed suicide at Saisun on Monday night.
Citizens including Majo McQuiddy and Doyle of Mussel Slough held a Visalia gathering to pursue a settlement of railroad land troubles. Judge Clough and Wigginton spoke as advocates for reconciliation. The meeting produced conciliatory sentiment and steps toward an amicable outcome, hoping railroad cooperation will end the dispute.
Washington dispatch notes the newly sworn Senators show little gray hair with only about twenty five of the total in the Senate. Brown hair predominates with twelve. five are black haired. In the House gray haired members number under forty, brown hair doubles that, and black hair nearly equals it. Three red haired men Belford of Colorado stands out in the strawberry blonde group. Most new House members are young and wealth is common among many. Some new Senators also possess substantial fortunes.
Mr Teller, a Colorado man and Secretary of the Interior, outlines practical Indian management. He favors permanent reservations sized to the Indian population, ends cash annuities, and creates labor schools for youths. He also calls for punishment of white adventurers in Indian Territory and urges Congress to support these views.
A tonic claim says Parker's Ginger Tonic offers greater strength restoring power than malt or milk and helps invalids regain vigor in mind and body. The report about Hicks Pasha's army losses is disputed as untrue.
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