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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1876
Page
1
Weekly published every Saturday morning by C Powning and partners. Rates listed include one year by mail, six months, and monthly options. Offers include delivery details, advance payment, and mail forwarding arrangements.
Citizens urge the next Legislature to cut the state tax from 9 to 7 cents per dollar of valuation or lower. They propose reallocating funds from the School Fund and bond holdings to support education while maintaining constitutional pledges, arguing debt and assets balance could allow a 20 cent reduction.
On motion of Hurman the bill from the County Judiciary Committee, dated July 13, 1864, to aid railroad construction from the Mississippi to the Pacific is set as a special order for the third Tuesday of January. It provides a sinking fund to liquidate Pacific Railroad indebtedness to the Government, noting Central Pacific owes about 28 million now and 60 million at bond maturity, with the road as sole security and first mortgage liens.
Tun Silver Commission appointed by Congress to study the silver question will favor a double standard with silver and gold equal as legal tenders. Band's bill anticipates this by placing silver dollars on a par with gold for debt payments.
The report notes about eighty five Chinese workers in Chicago and predicts that if they end employment, an additional one hundred fifty laborers will follow. It reflects a coastwide desire that Chinese workers remain, as local observers infer Easterners will learn the situation and support keeping the Chinese on the coast.
Citizens face a deep quandary over the Presidential race and fear constitutional disruptions. Both parties intend to preserve power for a celebratory moment, while doubts persist about Hayes or Tilden as the next leader. The piece urges business as usual, predicting a peaceful, constitutional outcome within sixty days.
The piece contrasts a festive tale on Christmas generosity with a Chicago sermon by Moody and Sankey. It recounts sermon themes on conversion through Christ, the thief on the cross, and salvation by faith not sacraments, followed by a large overflow crowd and afterservice prayers. It ends with a note on a Panama Star-Herald report of a battle in Garpata and Governor Gnover’s departure.
Washington correspondent reports Oregon governor issued certificates to three Hayes and Tilden electors. Two Lugo electors acted to fill a non existent vacancy, and Cronin the Tilden elector’s vote would be a nullity. Result claimed: Tilden 184, Hayes 84, tying the election and sending to the House.
The article notes a wave of reduced rates by savings banks led by Massachusetts with Maine considering a reserve fund, lowering dividends to four and a half to five percent and an occasional extra payout. New York City banks also announce rate cuts effective after New Year as capital surplus and stagnation pressure the move, displeasing those who rely on interest income.
San Francisco markets report strong fruit arrivals from Hawaii Mexico the Society Islands Australia and the Mediterranean. Los Angeles oranges and lemons arrive with notable quality issues while apples pears and grapes remain plentiful with mixed pricing across several varieties. A consignment of persimmons and dried Italian chestnuts are listed with modest prices. Nevada dealers should be cautious about supply variety.
The Consolidated Virginia mine reports a total yield of 1,202,296.40 for the latest local month, with about half in gold. This funds the first dividend of 1,080,000 and current expenses of 122,236.40, contradicting rumors that the reserve fund is exhausted or production insufficient.
The Dover court weekly grants eleven divorces, highlighting New Hampshire as a leading divorce state. The article notes New Hampshire residency rules, Dartmouth professor Southorn’s history claim about high divorce rates, and compares to Indiana where longer residency is required for hearings.
Telegraph dispatch from Columbus reports Governor Hayes outlining a policy of liberal ity and justice toward the South. He states he has been elected president and will be inaugurated, plans to consult Lamar and Wade Hampton on best methods for southern welfare, and intends to bring a reliable Southern figure into his Cabinet.
The Homestead law allows any adult male citizen intending to become a landowner to acquire land with only filing and surveying fees. Applicants must occupy and cultivate the land for five years to prove sincere intent and establish a home, with no purchase price required.
Work has been commenced on the Southern Stay mine by Saparinten dent Caldwell of the Amazon and Glasgow mine. The Ontario Silver Mining Community was incorporated at San Francisco with 10,000,000 capital and named directors. The Justice yielded nearly 100,000 of bullion last month. The Atlantic Consolidated assessment was revoked. An assessment of ten cents per share is due February 10. Crown Point Ravine Mining assesses Milton cents per share due January 22. Redemption time for the Benth St. Louis property by sheriff sale has expired. Gould and Curry Mining Company held a Transnel meeting with 80,179 shares. officers re-elected. Dissatisfied stockholders complained of management favoring bonanza mines. Judge Heydenfeldt spoke on cash work under contract to aid all mines under the Union Council’s order.
A Pormann dispatch reports Gouverneur Grover and a witness named Cover did not depart for Washington on Saturday. Grover prepared an elaborate pamphlet defending his Croninesse action with many authorities. Printers in the East have orders to suppress publication and restrict copies locally and abroad.
Senator Conover of Florida asserts the Returning Board will respect the court mandate and conduct a new canvass. He says the face returns will elect the Democratic State ticket but not alter the electoral ticket, contending the court cannot override the board’s actions on the electoral count.
The San Francisco Chronicle notes a silver rally driven by withholding from the London market by Flood and O’Brien, who control over 12 million dollars in bullion. It cites large holdings in vaults and at the Nevada Bank and Mint, and mentions a rumor that John Mackay may withdraw from the bonanza firm, which could affect stock levels and liquidity.
The writer travels from Alley Valley to Senator Shepherd’s ranch then Mormon Carlie’s ranch and Harri son’s pass into Ruby Valley. They praise scenery, note rough mountain roads, and describe A W Gedney’s hospitality. Stock, hay, and winter feeding concerns dominate local farming discussions.
In SC the situation remains unchanged and Vice President Ferry has support from fourteen states. Italy votes to abolish the death penalty. Ohio Democrats plan to meet January 8 to declare for Tillen. Reports warn of an impending Russo-Porkish war while U.S. politics swirl with Senate debate, electoral bill talk, and investigations in Louisiana.
The Alfa Californnut Almanac for 1877 offers calendar data with daily sun and moon times, tidal info, and a yearly review of California mining, railroading, and cultural topics. It includes a 1876 events chronology, a record of Tames Tick's expenditure, election returns, cabinet and congressional lists, meteorological data, postal details, and regional capitals.
The Virginia Mining District reports totals for 1876 with gold valued at 17 132 182 90 and silver at 19 077 574 08, plus tote totals reaching 1 837 103 706 98. This financial roundup outlines the district's mineral production across the year.
Irregular notice styled as a lodging house advertisement lists strict conditions for boarders. It cites payment requirements, mixed seating and service, sleeping arrangements, care of valuables, and humorous but cautionary clauses about boots, editors, visitors, and dream charging. The tone mimics a 19th century humor piece in a public lodging context.
Wealthy patrons acquire models of their figures crafted by a French artist and leave their own models with their pattern makers.
Dr Liyornmayx director warns mints face overwork and staffing strain. He proposes a study and potential reforms, noting some workers may seek new assignments in Omaha. The remarks reflect concerns about pay and workload across facilities.
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