Weekly Bevda State Journal highlights and notes
The issue surveys debt reduction estimates, political quips about Tilden and Hendricks, beef imports to the Atlantic coast, a London earthquake near Kishm describing casualties, and a mix of political and local notes. It mentions bills on habeas corpus appeals, Nez Perce land allotment, new flora discoveries by Rev. Green, and Col Nellis Borden’s wartime service and death.
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Senate
Idaho
Grande Ronde Indian Reservation
Dakota Territory to State Honors Supreme Court Fixes Capital
The Supreme Court designates Bismarck as the Territory capital. Senator Harrison reports from the Committee on Territories a bill creating a Legislature with a forty four member Council and a eighty eight member House. At the next election two Council members and four House members will be elected per legislative district.
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Dakota
Supreme Court
Bismarck
United States
Harrison
Committee On Territories
Suit filed over Cummings land by widow and children
In Salt Lake Third District Court the wife and children of the late James W. Cummings sue Brigham Young estate to recover 160 acres they allege Cummings deeded for one dollar in 1877 under fraudulent inducement. They seek property return and $14,000 damages for seven years of possession.
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Third District Court
Salt Lake
James W. Cummings
Brigham Young
Cummings
Deira
Nevada Agriculture Rising as Climate Shifts Benefit Farming
The article notes a climate shift with more rain, longer soil moisture, and shorter dry seasons. It highlights Nevada’s transformation from a mining and stock economy to a robust agricultural state exporting wheat to Europe, with hay grain and vegetables meeting home demand. Farmers are framed as key to Nevada’s future prosperity.
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Nevada
Europe
Sand Lot Meeting Hörs Kearney Speech in San Francisco
A large crowd at the Sand Lot in San Francisco hears Dennis Kearney condemn free trade and Chinese immigration while urging a protective tariff and American labor policy. He argues the workingmen must wait for party platforms before choosing sides, with support for the party upholding an American policy. The meeting adjourns until next Sunday.
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Sand Lot
San Francisco
Dennis Kearney
Mail
China
Kearney
Butler Heads Democratic Nominations In Chicago Clash
The Salt Lake Chronicle notes Ben Butler will dominate the Salt Lake view of the National Democratic Convention as observers debate over a New York veteran’s bid. The piece contrasts Butler’s matured ability with the Gramercy sage and questions whether Tilden’s return can win without money power guiding the party.
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Salt Lake Chronicle
Ben. Butler
New York
Chicago
United States
Bar’s
Ben Butler
Gramercy
Tilden
Democrats
Mr. Tilden
Gwin
Butler
Detecting glanders in horses by mucus water test
An exchange describes a glanders test using a bucket of water held under the horse’s nostrils. If mucus floats or dissolves, the horse is not glanders. If the drop sinks to the bottom and remains undissolved, the horse should be killed.
Chicago Convention Opens In Bustling Opponent Rally
The Republican National Convention began at 12 25 PM with vast crowds in Exposition Hall. Blaine supporters forecast 500 votes on the second ballot while opponents seek a unite behind a single candidate. Delegates organize credentials resolutions and committees as Lynch takes the chair amid lively scenes and strong sectional interest.
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Curcaco
Jane
Blaine
Arthur
Sabin
Powell Clayton
Lodge
Massachusetts
John R. Lynch
Mississippi
Lynch
Clayton
J Lynch
Nevada
California
Colorado
W. W. Morrow
Wm. Johnston
David McClure
Horace Davis
Thomas R. Bard
Wm. Parks
W. A. Hamill
Alex. Gullett
S. H. Albert
C. C. Davis
Benjamin T. Crowell
Neevada
C. C. Stevenson
C. S. Young
S. L. Lees
J. A. Palmer
M. D. Foley
J. H. Rand
C. 8. Young
George William Curtis
Edmunds
New York State
Temporary Chairman Lynch Vows Loyal Party Support at Convention
The convention names John R. Lynch temporary chairman amid wild applause. Lynch declines personal praise, pledges full commitment to Republican success in November, aims to present a united platform and capable candidates, and foresees ratification by the American people against any party seeking ascendency.
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John R. Lynch
Mississippi
Lynch
Republican Party
United States
John A. Martin
Titus Sheard
New York
I. W. Lee
Pennsyvania
Henry L. Pearce
Massachusetts
Committee On Rules and Order of Business
W. G. Donnan
Iowa
National Women’s Christian Temperance Union
Committee On Rules
Russell
Committee On Resolutions
Committee On
Irish National League of America
National Convention Deliberations on Prohibition and Nominations
News notes from the convention discuss resolutions on revised delegate apportionment, prohibition amendments, and foreign ownership concerns. Key figures include Donnan, Pearce, and the Irish National League of America. debates touch on nominee binding, temporary officers, and credential reports while Sherman, Gresham, and Blaine alignments emerge.
General Henderson Chosen Permanent Chairman at Republican Convention
The Republican National Convention selected General John B. Henderson of Missouri as permanent chairman amid cheers. The assembly applauded as speakers invoked unity and praised past achievements while considering presidential contenders. A later evening session heard resolutions on territorial residency, agriculture, women's suffrage, and committee business.
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John B. Henderson
Chas. W. Diabee
Michigan
Gallusha A. Grow
Geo. F. Hoar
Mass
Geo. B. Williams
Indiana
Gen. Henderson
Missouri
Henderson
Miscouri
Arthur
Edmunds
Logan
Blaine
Garfield
Committee On Credentials
Cutcaco
New York
Horne
Avan
Vermont
Ohio
Ilinois
Maine
Connecticut
Kenesaw Mountain
Stebbins
Arizona
United States
Committee On
Johnson
California
Commissioner of Agriculture
Me. Hoar
Massachusetts
Oregon Victory and Convention Rules at Tremendous Rally
Discussion over 500 admission tickets to veterans ends in a vote against, citing full hall occupancy and new admission plans. Dispatch from Oregon reports Republicans winning a state Senate majority and a GOP Representative to Congress, with Oregon backing the presidential nominee. Proceedings in Curiaco include committee reports on credentials rules and delegate election methods, adoption of Cushing’s parliamentary law, and amendments to the convention’s order of business. The session adjourned at 1:55 a.m. for the evening.
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John H. Barnes
First Presbyterian Church
Jas. A. Gary
Maryland
State Temperance Alliance
Massey
Delaware
Committee On
Plumb
Kansas
Ewing
Pennsylvania
George B. Williams
Indiana
Oregon
Dolph
Chicago
United States Senate
Congress
Ingersoll
Curiaco
Fallows
Reformed Episcopal Church
Henry Ballard
Vermont
Foote
New Jersey
New York
Kentucky
Virginia
Mahone
Parks
California
Cushing
Manuel
District of Columbia
National Republican Committee
Bayne
Thurston
Nebraska
Sanders
Montana
The Barnum Humbug Prize Tricks Revealed
The Boss Advertiser notes Barnum’s keen knack for publicity through exaggerated prizes. Past schemes offering five thousand dollars for a photo and five hundred for a poem drew wide attention, yet the “handsomest woman” prize proved a ruse. The white elephant poem contest failed to produce a winner among over a thousand entries, illustrating Barnum’s belief that people enjoy being humbugged.
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Barnum
United States
Somebody
Pennsylvania
Mabel Stanley
White Elephant
European War Meeting and Russian Cavalry in War Analysis
Hungarian writer M Danzer argues that despite visits among rulers diplomats and their circles, Europe remains gripped by fear of mass slaughter fueled by German conservatism and an endless arms race. He notes Russia could dominate a coming conflict with a vast cavalry force now transformed into mounted infantry.
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M. Danzer
Europe
Germany
Russia
Austria
Democratic voters told Tilden will not seek presidential nomination
The Washington Post reports that Samuel J. Tilden is not an aspirant for the presidency and will not accept nomination under any circumstances. The Chicago Convention will meet to deliberate and choose the strongest candidate, whether Bayard Cleveland Field Morrison McDonald or Carlisle.
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Washington Post
United States
Samuel J. Tilden
Chicago
Bayard
Cleveland
Field
Morrison
McDonald
Carlisle
Family reunion forms to honor Brigham Young in Salt Lake City
Last Monday marked Brigham Young's birthday anniversary with a Salt Lake City family reunion. Over 200 Young family members attended and an organization was created to unite and perpetuate the Young name. Lorenzo Young, Brigham's brother, was elected President with minor officers chosen. A yearly meeting plan was set to keep Brigham Young's name alive.
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Brigham Young
Salt Lake City
Young Blood
Lorenzo Young
Green
Collapse at Eagle Creek mines brings gloom and dwindling crowds
A correspondent from Eagle Creek reports the famed mines have failed to yield. Few visitors remain, about twelve hundred instead of five thousand, while provisions aim to feed twenty-five thousand for months. Claims sunk forty to fifty feet to bedrock show no find.
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Cour d'Alene
Eagle Creek
The Oregon Election Returns Reported in Early News
The Oregon State election was held yesterday with spirited voting in parts of the state. Though incomplete, reports hint that the Republican ticket may have swept. W. N. Lockington, San Francisco scientist, has catalogued 312 edible fish varieties along the Pacific coast and notes salt water fisheries are dormant, Alaska cod may align with Newfoundland stocks, and Alaska banks could rival Newfoundland.
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Oregon
Kitt
W. N. Lockington
San Francisco
California
Washington Territory
Alaska
Newfoundland
A Singular Crusade Against Bells and Pianos
An Eastern agitation targets ringing bells and even piano playing in Berlin. Citizens cite noise disturbing the sick and argue for police limits on hours, proposing bans from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Some see irony in the petitioners’ motives and the Shakespearean note added by Alta.
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Philadelphia
Inerlin
Pgr
Berlin
Altar and Marriage Notices From June 1564 Pages
Altar ceremony recorded at the bride’s mother’s residence in June 1564 officiated by Rev. E B Match. W A and Polly Thomas noted. Stevenson-Cros: Andrew Stevenson weds Lora Crows of Reno in Vacaville California on June 1. Colburn Faulk: Carlos Colburn and wife Katie Faulk of Virginia City wed in Reno in June 1664.
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Martin—Thomas
E. B. Match
W. A
Polly Thomas
Stevenson—Cros
Vacaville
Cal
Andrew Stevenson
Lora Crows
Reno
Colburn Faulk
Elebop Whitaker
Carlos Colburn
Katie Faulk
Virginia City
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Hendricks
Atlantic Sea Board
London
Kishm
Persian Gulf
Salt Lake Tribune
House
United States Supreme Court
McArdle
Thomas Dillon
Akron
E.S. Green
Santa Barbara
San Luis Obispo County
Soledad
Cleveland Plaindester
Col
Nellis Borden
Henry Lineback
South Carolina
Plumb Creek
Rosecran
Sissy
Spa Pernt
Carcano
Shermans
Gresham
Sherman
Hawley
Curtis
American Peace Union
Matthews
Illinois
The
Boss Advertiser
Wiyton
Wista
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