13 Jan 1877
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1877
Page
1
A brief note from the paper highlights community events and local happenings for the week. It mentions schedules, meetings, and opportunities for residents to engage with civic and cultural activities. Local organizations and schools are named in passing.
The Carson Mint’s December coinage totals and the distribution of subsidiary railway metal show most shipments heading to western cities from the Carson Mint, while San Francisco and Philadelphia outputs feed the Eastern States. The Pacific Coast Mints produced nearly 50 million dollars of new coinage in the past year, the largest output to date.
The text forecasts elections on the second Wednesday of February with 145 votes for Tan yas and 15 for Wilden. It claims 150,000 Democrats demand posts, predicting a March 6 inauguration and a Senate nomination slate including Lon Win M Evarts as Secretary of State and Elon B. H. Bristow as Secretary of the Treasury with other appointments named.
The piece contrasts a Combase Governor Hayes serenade in Dayton with Governor Tilden claiming a presidential majority. It asks which path the American people will choose and who heads the nation next. Tom Elko Postman visits Cornucopia reporting a thrifty town and growing mining prospects.
Gangs across San Mateo County show a pattern similar to June with initial activity that peaks early and then subsides. Officials note the decline follows intensified policing and community outreach, leaving concerns about lingering tensions and vigilance needed.
Fragmented late 19th century account recounts a fatal shooting of an official, the burial of a victim, and investigations. It notes a suspect's arrest, alleged motives, and post mortem findings while touching on political debates and a call for county scholarships and reform proposals in the era's press.
New York dispatch reports Jones of Nevada has been in town with news on selling the St. Louis Hotel to Brealin at Cilsey House. The silver question swamps commerce as experts expect the Silver Commission report by February’s first week. discussão notes: debates over silver standard versus gold, with calls for nationwide adoption despite near term defeat. Governor Hayes of Ohio receives diverse letters urging a Presidential run, some courteous, some abusive, and some with threats.
The signal service in Washington warned of a terrific Pacific Coast storm within three days. If it arrives, rain would be welcome, easing drought concerns. Representative Holman notes appropriations are moving forward but about twelve million dollars less than last year. New York Tax Chamber of Commerce calls for silver coin to be legal tender nationwide.
Henny Wanp Buccusa and Theo ore Tilton have been filling venues in Boston and nearby areas with their lectures drawing big audiences and strong public interest.
Accuraxy is formed to operate granite quarries at Holt Moon Bay with plans to supply stone to a market in San Frao and Alnoo. The venture signals early expansion in regional mineral production and export potential amid rising demand.
E Ouas Lavannox, a genial local citizen, has been named to the role of Auditor for the V. and T. I. R. Company, indicating trusted oversight and administrative duties in the firm.
Suvens transport thousand grape cuttings to the Central California Colony in Froome County for planting as part of a major viticulture project. The operation aims to establish dense vineyard stock and support local agricultural development.
Letters argue against altering the Gurgon State Prison citing $80,000 to complete cell house and warden’s house, plus total costs under $109,000 spent already. Proposals call for building a self supporting facility with woolen mill, water power, and local quarry. critics warn of wasted funds and private land claims while urging prudence and transparency.
The Republican caucus in Maine nominated James G Blaine for the short term in the U S Senate and the six year term beginning March 4 1877 by acclamation amid high enthusiasm. Blaine’s nomination marked a historic first for a first term candidate and drew eulogies from leaders in both legislative chambers.
Democratic supporters trumpet a large popular tally for Mr Tilden as returns trickle in. Reported majorities shrink from 600,000 to around 1,000, with alleged fraud in New York and the South. Hayes carries 21 of 38 states and a substantial northern popular edge. Tilden commands the rest with a total electoral majority near the threshold.
The Oregon apple trade faces high freight costs and low returns with 400 boxes selling 40 to 70 cents per box while freight to steamboat landings runs 80 cents. Swollen costs plus picking and boxing add to losses, even as 75,000 to 100,000 boxes remain in California under steady demand.
The Agri culéwal Bureau's report for November and December notes potato yields well below the extraordinary 1875 crop and the yearly average. Drought is the main cause, with May output eight percent higher than last year and average quality five percent better. Beans eight percent lower, buckwheat eight less, sorghum four more, tobacco unchanged. Apple crops unusually abundant, depressing market value. Winter wheat sowing five percent higher.
A historic snippet describes austere homes heated only by brick hearths and ovens with no coal or steam, no iron stoves, no matches. Light comes from pine knots or tallow candles, floors serve as rugs, and only one room for warmth as temperatures plummet to zero on many winter nights.
A Nevada railroad plan eyed by capitalists may connect Carson to Aurora and extend southward, signaling potential agricultural and mining growth in Esmeralda county. The Virginia and Truckee Railroad has mapped a new Genoa division, sixteen miles long, running near Walley’s Springs and outside Genoa, with preparations underway for amended work.
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