13 Jul 1895
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1895
Page
1
Fragmentary local item titled Dilshed Dally and Woolly appears from the Nevada State Journal, with garbled lines naming several authors and names. The readable portion suggests a light column or cartoon feature ongoing, though details are indiscernible.
The article notes a partisan, sweeping county commissioner power bill passed by both legislative chambers amid long debate. It details senate objections, amendments, and court challenges, with critics arguing the measure undermines state governance while supporters cite executive control gains and legal safeguards.
An article reports Senator Cameron facing strong opposition from party bosses led by Postmaster Wanatuaker. It accuses him of independence on the silver question and the Sherman Act repeal, noting a campaign to shelve him from the Republican ranks and to discipline Mississippi leader Elena for breaking with the party.
The report details how cotton exports climbed to 108 059 000, while total cotton ports receipts rose to 1 685 000 bales last winter, lard exports to Europe reached 4 015 000, and refined gold and silver values halved in the period. It notes gold purchases and the per cent profit on silver and agricultural exports amid the shifting market after the gold stand adopted.
Crotnaan Matt of the Democratic State Central Committee of Missouri is urged to call a State Convention on the silver question. Eight of the 114 counties have voted for a Silver Convention, and if the chairman fails to act, county committees will proceed themselves.
Western Silver Republicans outline a campaign plan for the next presidential race. They aim to nominate Cameron of Pennsylvania if acceptable, otherwise bolt and seek free silver allies. The move could trigger similar insurrections in Democrats, uniting silver forces across parties to elect pro silver candidates.
The Pullman Company raises wages by 10 percent for about 4000 workers citing improved business. Mechanics in car shops rise from 2.03 to 2.23 per day by working longer hours. The 1890s era note links wage gains to economic policy debates and remonetization appeals amid broader factory employment growth.
Severe storms swept the western country last Friday night and Saturday. Tornadoes shattered towns, with Winona and Baxter Springs left in ruin and multiple fatalities. Rivers flooded streets as roofs and fences collapsed, crops damaged, and widespread destruction noted across the affected area.
Reports describe wide damage as rain and storms hit Missouri Arkansas and the Indian Territory and Kansas. Buildings and fences were blown down trees uprooted crops destroyed with many owners killed or crippled.
John Case and James Poole, with Albert Poole jailed for cattle stealing, deny any part in the Monday night train hold-up. Case claims he was not near the scene on July 1 and was en route from Canyonville for coffee when arrested. Poole asserts innocence and says prejudice in the region may target the Poole family amid cattle troubles.
The mutilated body of John E. Seljan was found in the Missouri River at Omaha, ending the trunk murder mystery. Former suspects Mato Kikan and wife, Anton Buckovaiz, John Urban, and John Drubaitz face ongoing silence as police anticipate a confession. The victim was killed with throat severed, a hacked head, and brutal mutilation after a blood trail led to the river eddy.
In the evening Gazetty 1895, Constable McInnis laments a tramp infestation in Reno with the town overrun by a range of tramps. He notes officers eject 76 to 100 from box-cars and barns nightly, with two men guarding with Officer Nash for six weeks. He warns of rising crimes and urges county and township officials to act, proposing jail work as a solution.
A clipped verse item notes a maid at a drug store who mentions Park's Tea as the reason for her pale skin. It then shifts to Louie Colin being feverish, appearing in the streets, and planning a bloomers outfit with lace, tan stockings, lavender sash, and cap, limited to after sunset due to complexion.
Wool prices rise in London, Boston, and rippling markets across the United States and Europe. Reports note 20 000 000 pounds sold in two weeks at about ten point gains, with strong bids in Montana and Great Falls. shipments exceed 2 000 000 pounds last week as buyers and traders push for last wools before market shifts.
A Buffalo Hapress reader recounts a farmer debating selling wheat at 70 cents as Chicago prices rise toward a potential dollar. A commission merchant explains that 70 cents is a speculative option, not real wheat. The farmer muses about supplying wind rather than grain and recalls a winter of turning grain bags. Also included are testimonials for Dr King’s New Discovery and Park’s Tea, with local shop sales notes and a missing-parrot store burglary mention.
A funeral verse laments the death of a wife and mother, urging sorrow for the living and remembrance of her words. It speaks of rest from suffering, the grave, and keeping memory green, with affectionate guidance to her children and husband.
Buckilen's Arnie Salve advertised as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped skin chilblains and all eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money back. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by J Hodgkinson.
A collection of curious assertions covers England’s daily spend, Belgium’s draught dogs, whale speed after harpooning, scorpion stings, coral habitats, Utah’s canals and grain, Andean condor wings, stuffing rafts to deter ras, fish freshness methods, polar hares at London Zoo, London parks growth, Minnesota wolves, Swedish hollow-cored cast-steel billiard balls.
The Chicago Times reports replies from fourteen state governors including Nevada's Jory E. Dongs. Carson City shows Nevada business unchanged with belief prosperity hinges on full silver restoration. Governor Jones notes no marked improvement.
If so, you cannot afford to be without a bottle of Pat's Cough Syrup where it will be handy. Unequaled in croup whooping cough and the disagreeable colds to which children are subject. Sold by 8.4. Ted Strinsen.
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