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Newspaper

Weekly Nevada State Journal

Location

Reno, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1887

Page

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Sheridan to attend races in Chicago this summer

Lt Gen Sheridan will spend late June and most of July in Chicago as President of the Juskey Club, officiating daily from the judges’ stand. Treasury surpluses are expected to drop to about 36 million dollars by September. The Emperor of China plans a lavish wedding costing around 1 million pounds, with many Imperial changes anticipated.

Sheridan Chicago Juskey Club Treasury Department Treasury China

New York Republicans Name Grant For Secretary of State

The New York Republican State ticket reportedly heads with Colonel Fred D. Grant for Secretary of State. Minor state officers to be chosen this year in New York and Pennsylvania, with elections on November 8. The Grand Army is criticized by Secretary Bayard as a professional office seeking soldier organization. The New York Police Board votes to retire all members aged sixty and over. States Iowa, Kentucky, Virginia will elect Legislatures choosing U.S. Senators. governors to be decided in Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio, and Iowa.

New York Fred D. Grant Pennsylvania Bayard Grand Army New York Board of Police Kentucky Massachusetts Maryland Ohio Iowa

Town license tax debated by Commissioners in modern city council

The article reports on a town meeting where Commissioners consider a town license ordinance for merchants doctors hotelkeepers and others arguing the tax would raise revenue but burden many vocations and potentially drive business away. It urges careful study of finances and public input before action. It also notes harsher penalties aimed at liquor sales to Indians and cites Powderly addressing 15000 in Scranton urging education and selective immigration policy.

Powderly Scranton Telegraph

Mexican Catholic leadership eyed for next Atlantic Cardinal

From City of Mexico reports a general belief that the next Cardinal named on this side of the Atlantic will be a Mexican Archbishop. Catholic claims 9,861,000 communicants and 3,820 churches in Mexico, with Arch bishop Labastida as head. Labastida once served as Napoleon II’s political and papal representative during the Mexican Empire, costing years in exile. A Post Office Commission is to study salaries of clerks, proposing a standard percentage of office expenses and uniform pay across offices.

Globe Democrat Mexico Atlantic Republic Labastida Mexmillian Labastide Napoleon II

Genoa Plans Committee for Columbus Discovery Anniversary

A committee is being formed in Genoa Italy to organize the four hundredth anniversary celebration of Columbus discovery of America. All American states have been invited to send representatives to the event.

Genoa Italy America Columbus

Quote from Blaine on flag placement dominates brief note

A short quote attributed to James G Blaine stating We always have the American flag above us god not below us. appears in a historical clipping, reflecting patriotic rhetoric and the era's rhetoric surrounding national symbols.

James G. Blaine

Government Pensions Rise to War-Time High

Washington July 1. Seventy four million dollars was paid in pensions to ex soldiers and sailors of the War of the Rebellion during the fiscal year ending yesterday. Claims allowed numbered 112,340 the highest since the war except 1866. Original claims 55,194 plus 32,107 increases and 7,241 restorations. Postage cost 80527.66 dollars. average monthly staff 1,530 with 1,472 clerks available year. Regional totals show eastern 12,237 western 17,984 southern 9,160 and middle 16,172 with added Mexican and 1812 era cases bringing total to 65,501.

Wassington Cleveland Andrew Johnson Abraham Lincoln New England New York New Jersey Delaware Pennsylvania Michigan Ohio Muissouri Maryland District of Columbia Missour Old War and Navy Division

Convention of Rabbis to Meet in Pirrssunre

The Convention of Rabbis of the Jewish Church of America will convene July 2 to 8 with at least 250 delegates from every state. Eminent leaders from Orthodox and reform branches, including Rabbis Wise Chicago Harsh and Sale, are expected, to harmonize rites and services across congregations.

Jewish Church of America America Eminem Cincinnat Harsh Sale Chicago Adier

Board of Regenta May Name President of State University

Carson Tribune notes many think the Regenta board may appoint a competent gentleman to head the State University rather than importing an outsider from Ohio. The salary is $3,500 a year, a figure might suit a Nevada family man.

Board of Regenta The State University Overau Ohio Nevada Carson Tribune

Sherman in Ohio tour stirs voter expectations

The Tribuna of Canton reports Senator Sherman’s Ohio swing drawing strong interest. In East Liverpool, his tariff talk pleased some and disappointed others for omitting rebel flag issues while praising Southern growth. McKinley’s Ohio convention vision centers on national election boards to ensure full vote counts.

Youk Tribuna Sherman Ohio Potters East Liverpool South Major MccKinley Mansfield

Presidential candidates in Minnesota race analysis

Minneaprous reports Senator Allison and Hen dergan discuss early political prospects. He says it is too early to prophesy, the Republicans can elect any nominee, Blaine is a strong man with a large following, Sherman is a prominent candidate, and the fight may be between Blaine and Sherman though uncertainty remains.

Minneaprous Minn Allison Coustesaman Hendergan Republicanos Blaine Sherman

Ward on drum in Washington amid flag controversy

The News Washington special reports daily interviews between the Secretary of War and the President with General Sheridan on army matters. Previously Sheridan was rarely summoned to executive councils. now he is regularly consulted, promising tighter control over actions affecting the army and reducing future blunders like the Confederate flag incident.

Curcano News Washington Sheridan Executive Council Dram Shuridan Hartford

Proposed Improvements Ditch Near Redding Attracts Interest

Osh land merchant reports Senator Jones plans to build Clear Creek Ditch from above the Tower House terminus, a thirty mile project that would open land for orchards and homes near Redding. The scheme promises valuable quartz and placer mines, with over 300 families potentially settled within six to ten miles, boosting county population.

Redding

Rebel Flag Hoisted At Oregon House

In Pormuano Oregon yesterday a Confederate flag was found flying at the home of sewing-machine agent George S. Jackson, with his wife Mrs Jackson claiming it belonged there and refusing its removal after a committee confirmed the flag’s Confederate origin and his threat to replace it.

Jackson

Gladstone and Blaine Rumors Stir Anglo American Talks

Boston July 4 dispatch notes rumors of Gladstone visiting America and Blaine's London trip aimed at persuading him to cross the Atlantic. Gladstone, in good health, may sail after Parliament adjourns amid grand reception plans. In London, Blaine faces lively dinners, debates on free trade versus protection, and strong public interest in his views.

Boston E. A. Perry London Boston Herald Romors Gladstone America Blaine Statesman Atlantic Oporta Love New York Bay Dlaine Blaine An

Queen thanks for jubilee reception at London and Windsor

The Queen expresses deep gratitude for the warm reception after Jubilee events in London and Windsor. She notes fifty years of labor and sorrow shared with her husband, praising the public for orderly behavior and unwavering duty to the country. She asks God to bless the nation.

Loxton Westminster Abbey London Windsor

Woman Driven to Death in Penthouse Incident

July 3. Mrs Emma Regh, of bre places, died this morning from morphine overdose given by her own hand. Background traces to March when A P Clark, bookkeeper of Ellen Ellen, absconded with over 6 000 belonging to Ellen. Clark arrested in Victoria awaiting extradition. Mrs Regl, daughter of Ellen, was witness and prosecutor. Clark warned of disclosures about Ellen and family. Deceased became despondent after publication and suffered fits of melancholy, suspected self inflicted overdose during delirium from threatened revelations.

Troexes Emma Regh Bre Places A. P Clark Eile Ellen Eilen Victoria Regl Ellen Clark

Maria Halpin Married to Albert Secord in New Rochelle

The Times New York special notes Mrs Maria Halpin, once linked to Cleve land in Buffalo during 1882 campaign, has married Albert Secord and resides in New Rochelle. Secord, about sixty years older, is described as a former acquaintance and uncle figure to her previous husband.

Cute.co The Times New York Maria Halpin Cleveland Buffalo Albert Secord New Rochelle Secord Mrs. Secord

Desert Land and Water Rights Sparks Valley Debate

The Sierra Valley Leader blasts fraudulent land claims and monopolies as desert lands sit waterless. Locators such as A B Huntley and Abe Ede face refile demands while citizens urge open land for settlers and proper law enforcement to curb false sworn filings and land office abuses.

A. B Huntley Abe Ede Wm. Arms Walter Ede Hamp Lanncn Weig Wade Tanally Europe Beneft Pui- Rnib le Gally RBR

Hereford Cattle Purchase and Herd Details

Hereford cattle of choice quality were bought for ranches of Wm. Donphy and G. W. Grayson. On June 22, a consignment from Dasphs and two bulls for Mr Grayson arrived, with 20 registered Herefords including Pocubontus and Posey from the American Hereford record. Mr. Hinckley at Beowawa received two bulls, Cleveland and Leader, to cross on cows, while Mr. Dapphy’s herd in California is noted for fattening on grass. The article extols Hereford durability and range performance across multiple western states.

Herford Wm. Donphy G. W. Grayson Dasphs Grayson Beowuwa Blossom Posey Linda John Logan Toe & de Any Our.a Hinckley Beowawa Cleveland Hinckrey Dapphy California T. E Miller Beeche Hisnois Colorado Wyoming New Mexico Texas Anzona

Newspaper ads best way to reach public says Times

The Los Angeles Times argues that newspapers are the most effective advertising medium and that pamphlets with pompous descriptions fail to persuade readers. A Reno anecdote recalls a hotel steno graphed bedbug joke, highlighting local humor and climate chatter in the Carson Appeal.

Los Angeles Times Daily Journal Los Angeles

Bacon Quotation On Negotiations And Patience

A historical quote reflects on negotiation difficulty, advising that one should not expect immediate sowing and reaping but rather cultivate and ripen business gradually through steady effort. The saying emphasizes patient, phased progress over quick gains.

Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for Teething Relief

Advertisement urges mothers to use Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup to ease teething pain andRelated ailments in children. Claims quick relief for crying and discomfort, notes soothing gums, regaining energy, and world-wide availability at 25 cents a bottle.

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