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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1895
Page
1
Kelley and Webster list daily and weekly newspaper prices by mail and carrier. The Daily and Weekly editions offer telegraphic news with publication every day except Sundays and a weekly edition on Saturdays.
The piece argues that both major parties manipulate loyalists to block free coinage and discredit independents. It cites Clevelandism, Shermans ideas, and mint corruption involving Heney, claiming party bosses cooperate to protect silver interests and shield partners in the mint scheme. The article urges honest citizens to aid officials in exposing thieves regardless of affiliation.
The Chicago Record distributes ballots to poll lists voters to decide if the United States should open its mints for free coinage of silver at 16 to 1. Early results show strong Chicago support with about three to one in favor, across all thirty-four wards. The process ensures ballots are signed with full name and address to count. Separately, James Honey’s arrest for Carson mint robbery is reported as unfounded rumors were challenged by federal officials.
The record argues silver advocates warn the straddle bug is more dangerous than the gold bug. It notes Congressman Sibley on the coast identified straddle bugs beyond Nevada and claims the bug pretends to favor free coinage while opposing it. It cites two thousand straddle bugs in Nevada last fall, with some abandoning the stance since.
A discussion outlines a July start for a contest between W H Harvey author of Goin's Financial School and R G Horr of the New York Tribune. Each session discusses a chapter with no speeches as contestants sit opposite, one affirming a proposition while the other questions, all recorded by a stenographer and later published daily and compiled into a book.
Atlanta June 10 Senator West Isham G Harrie W J Bryan Nebraska J8 Blackburn Kentucky John Allen Mississippi Senator Daniel Virginia A R Walthall Mississippi will address the Memphis Bimetallic Convention with Joe Willvied 28h.
Senator Dubois announced he will attend the Cleveland Republican League Convention, underscoring his engagement with local party activities and upcoming political priorities. He is expected to speak on policy plans and party unity at the event.
Senator Dubois of Idaho warns that the Republican delegates at Cleveland must adopt free coinage of silver or risk Western defection. He champions Senator Cameron of Pennsylvania as the clear nominee and states Allison will receive no support, stressing a firm, uncompromising stance on monetary policy and party unity.
Herman Fick of Patterson New Jersey a naturalized U S citizen has been confined five months under military charge in Koblen Bei Ringstedt Germany The alleged cause is liability to service in the German army but Fick holds State Department passports and is under the height for recruits Officials say there may be other reasons and the Department of State has taken action after receiving startling information about continued imprisonment of American citizens in Germany The case prompted renewed attention from Secretary Gresham who sought prompt action once illness allowed March to act
General Wesley Merritt ordered troops B and K of the Seventh Cavalry and Light Battery E of the First Artillery to conduct a practice march from Fort Sheridan Illinois to Camp Douglas Wisconsin arriving the week of July 21 1895 to join three National Guard mounted troops and then return to Voxt Siemon
San Francisco June 8. Charles L. Fair plans to sue four special administrators to challenge the validity of a trust in James G. Fair's will, without full probate. If the court voids the trust but upholds other provisions, heirs inherit as under a second will. If the trust stands, further contest resumes. New York June 8. William Mce Laughlin, ex police inspector, spent the night in Toombs cell, candidate says he will likely avoid prison. Grasshoppers devastate crops in Sacramento area with millions attacking vineyards and orchards. New York June 10. Methodist Missionary Society hopes reports of Cheng Ta massacre are exaggerated. cable notes property destroyed but all safe.
Carson City June 8 1895 U S District Attorney Jones was misled about the arrest of a man in Wickenburg Arizona as Heney the man resembled wooden engravings and proved an alibi acquitted. Heney declines surrender with bonds set at 6000 dollars. Pickler cage reveals Hoe and Fio Stewart reunited with witness impact likely limited. Bicycles multiply on streets with young ladies riding in bloomers and even preachers join the trend as riders frequent shops and saloons in early California fashion.
A large crowd gathered at the depot as James Heney appeared on the platform with Marshal Humphreys and his wife. Heney spoke little of his case, said he was confident of acquittal, and left for Carson by private conveyance with his wife and Deputy Marshal Dennis. Marshal Humphrey described Heney’s escape path from Leadville to Kokomo and back to Leadville before surrendering.
Jnc Sparks returns from northern trip and various officials and residents are noted in Reno Carson and nearby towns. Mentions include Grand Jury meeting, Palace Hotel guests, state officials, lawyers, railway men, university staff, and local business moves. Nevada boundary survey activity and a large cattle sale are also reported.
Austin dispatch reports Alfred Vaughan found guilty of murder in the first degree in the Litster boys case in Lander county after appeals and a new trial were pursued. Jury changes, a perjury charge, and anticipated appeals mark the protracted trial. Parks Sure Cure touted for nervous troubles. Maurice Lonegan and wife depart for San Francisco with illness prompting medical consultation.
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