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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1887
Page
1
Weekly Nevada State Journal notes subscription options: one year by mail, six months prepaid, and carrier delivery in Reno at 60 cents per month. Paper forwarded if not prepaid. advance payment required.
A discussion on labor, unions, and strikes as major nationwide issues. The piece argues that unions err from hot headed leadership and that direct legislation may help, while emigration grows and the labor field becomes overdone, leading to strikes and misery in crowded urban areas. It calls for careful Congressional inquiry to foster understanding between labor and capital.
The Maine statesman notes that Blaine travels to the continent as a private citizen seeking health and rest. He seeks no ovations, will be welcomed as a statesman and Republican standard bearer, and emphasizes real endorsement over public congratulatory tributes.
The Journal summarizes a Census Marshal synopsis showing Reno’s six to eighteen year old population up 2832-121 percent in a year and the city gaining over twenty five percent overall. It notes reductions works, a new bank, lot sales, homes, electric light, improved water purification, and a steady influx of energetic newcomers likely to stay, signaling growth beyond last year.
The article criticizes European statesmen for failing to improve living conditions for workers. It notes that 65 000 Europeans already hold tickets to America and await steamer passage, highlighting a climate of dissatisfaction and mass emigration.
The jubilee of Pope Leo XII is to be observed by the Irish Catholica with a great church in Rome dedicated to St Patrick and serving as the Irish National Temple. Very Reverend Patrick Glynn leads the project, Pope approves the building, and a site near Ludovisi between Parta Salers and Parta Pinciana has been chosen. Father Glynn, presently in New York, states the English sermon church will address a long felt need for the English speaking community. The church will be built in the form of a basilica adjacent to the new Santa Maria College.
The United States Treasurer reported the May 31 1887 circulating medium at 1 297 256 560 dollars, up 58 577 545 from 1886. Increases included gold coin 16 879 944 dollars standard silver dollars 2 463 364 gold certificates 19 840 952 subsidiary silver 2 346 842 silver certificates 49 926 199 and United States notes 4 521 722, offset by a National Bank note decrease of 28 442 498. The main rise, about 34 million, was in paper currency and coin of 20 dollars and under.
The Grand Army veterans are determined to keep the Fourth of July from decay. They aim to show the rising generation that cobble-tones cannot scare men who have fought in old campaigns. The veterans will observe the day that gave them the starry banner under which they campaigned.
The Act authorizes 400000 for arms and equipment and allocates amounts to Western states and territories. California 7373 Colorado 4764 Nevada 2764 Oregon 2764 Texas 11981 Alaska 2764 Arizona 2764 Dakota 2764 Idaho 2764 New Mexico 2764 Montana 2764 Utah 42764 Washington Territory 2764 Wyoming 2764.
Ben Perley Poore’s family maintains possession of an estate long associated with Major Poore born in 1820. The Poore homestead at Indian Hill Massachusetts has been owned by his ancestors since 1650, with the original Indian deed still in the family. Only a few New England estates boast such uninterrupted lineage spanning 237 years.
The Pope presents Queen Victoria a Vatican mosaic reproduction of Raphael's fresco depicting an allegorical Poetry figure for her Jubilee. Monsignor Neille will deliver the gift to England, accompanied by Fathers Zatesca and Ler, two young priests of the Ecclesiastical Academy whom the Pope will elevate to bishops in honor of the occasion.
Acting Secretary Maul overrules Commissioner Sparks and restores Mrs Alvey's entry to lands in Utah after she relinquished the claim. Cancellation had argued the entry occurred after office hours indicating possible fraud. The move preserves the entry despite challenges raised over timing and procedure.
The Grant Monument Association calls for designs for a monument or memorial building to be erected on General Grant's tomb site. Submissions must be sent before November 1 to the association's office at 146 Broadway, N.Y.
Vice-President Jordan of the Western National Bank states that new silver certificates will require some time before readiness. Temporary certificates will be issued to meet trading needs in the interim.
The Sixth Auditor reports postal service receipts totaling 12 444 641 dollars and expenditures totaling 13 029 330 dollars for the fourth quarter of 1886.
The article notes a Confederate private who achieved the notable distinction of being the only such veteran ever chosen to serve in the United States Senate, highlighting a rare crossovers from Civil War era service to national politics.
There is strong reason to believe San Francisco’s current population ranges between 305000 and 310000 people. The figure reflects contemporary estimates of residents amid ongoing urban growth and housing development in the city.
The Republican Club of New York, formed as a social political offshoot of the Union League, declares full confidence in Blaine and advocates his renomination. While younger members cheer the move, older Union League figures argue the timing is inappropriate and could stir intra party friction ahead of the national convention.
Sixty four cadets graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point on June 11. Exercises were held under trees due to weather. General Sheridan presided and presented diplomas, praising industry and good leadership. Francis Shunk led the class, while the second place went to the notable colored cadet Alexander amid loud applause.
A San Francisco Chronicle correspondent defends C. X. Hobbs of San Jose and San Francisco, arguing no evidence shows he was quarrelsome or aggressive. The writer asserts Hobbs was kind hearted and unjust perceptions of his death from South Africa should be corrected with strong evidence.
The death of William Bacon Stevens D D a leading Protestant Episcopal bishop in Philadelphia is reported. He was highly regarded for intellect education and leadership within the church his policy and energy helping shape the Eastern Pennsylvania diocese. His passing leaves a significant void in the church and among his personal friends. The article notes the President's return to the White House and AP coverage of Mrs Cleveland as part of ongoing public interest.
The last minstrel visit to Carson named Mamma's Black Baby Boy Combination drew poor crowds and a weak response. The troupe's own performance also dampened any remaining interest, leaving the show a lackluster memory in town.
Representative Oaten of Alabama, a noted southern voice, says Blaine and Sherman are unlikely GOP nominees due to their strong records. He favors Alligon as best GOP pick, while Cleveland seems set to be Democratic nominee, with every Southern state pledging for him at the National Convention.
Elmer Chickering, arrested for printing and selling indecent pictures, faced court again today with no defense offered. Witnesses for the prosecution were examined before the case was sent to the Grand Jury. A wave of full-length nude images by young society belles from Commonwealth avenue earlier sparked a craze, with photos styled as classical Venus and Nymphs at Bath.
London police and courts reel from a Lambeth case in which Edward Procknell and three women are charged with running houses of ill repute and procuring scores of girls aged 10 to 14. Government to prosecute. remanded. Detective Stevens says he rescued 400 girls aged 4 to 14 over four years from crime.
Miss Minnie Jones daughter of a wealthy banker and Lieutenant Alfred M Fuller United States cavalry eloped and wed. Miss Jones related to Judge Gresham of Chicago and from Swickley suburb while Fuller a West Point graduate from a Uniontown family will report to Fort Walla Walla after their brief bridal tour.
Reports indicate organized efforts to create a Lincoln presidential surge in Southern states. The text notes Lincoln grasps Southern ballot tactics and would not attempt to divide the region.
The Dayton News Reporter extols California’s shift from mining to agriculture and predicts Nevada will follow, becoming a powerful agricultural state alongside its mining future. It argues Nevada’s soil and climate rival California’s, with orchards, vineyards, and fruit crops poised for world markets within ten years.
The piece reports Governor Stevenson returning from Idaho and stating Boice City residents largely oppose annexation, fearing loss of the capital. It argues Nevada’s prosperity and growing population support statehood, while Mormon voters and Gentile balance are cited as objections. It concludes union would grant Nevada needed tax base and Idaho full state rights, benefiting all except a few at the capitals.
The Garcon Tribune reports Gtodderd and Twiss rapidly expand the Lake Home business in Reno beside the Truckee River. The area is described as embowered by shade and fruit trees and the venture is led by capable men who must succeed.
Directors raised plant capacity ordering a fifty light dynamo and twenty five arc lamps plus equal incandescent lamps. The new dynamo will power twenty five more incandescent lamps for a total of seventy five. Stockholders back the venture though indebtedness prompts a 25 cent per share assessment. Reno backers, including Mr Stevenson and Mr Taylor of Thompson Houston, anticipate profit and a lasting benefit to the city.
The Prescott Arizona Courier recounts a rich silver find on the Hassyampa by Sam F. Powell. Co owners named are C. H. Dillingham, E. N. Robinson and George D. Nagle. The mine is described as vast and exceptionally rich with nearly pure silver in a two mile fissure vein.
The Jockey Club met last Wednesday and renamed to Sierra Valley Stock and Agricultural Association. M Pritchard was elected president with H Lewis and W Boesry as vice presidents, E Danforth secretary, J Oleen treasurer. A bylaw committee was chosen and land for a track eyed. The plan envisions stock issue and incorporation to fund land, stables, and fencing this fall, with locals urged to sign up and recruit others within ten days.
A curious Reno-Carson mix reports a broken old casting with a live toad found inside at the railroad foundry after twelve years. The Carson Appeal notes Reno’s bid to build stock yards in Carson to enable blooded stock trading. Alfalfa crops loom large with a bumper yield expected in Washoe County. A Reno street note recounts a gambler’s misadventure in Virginia City then Reno. The Lake House in Reno draws praise from Knights observers.
Two states enact high license laws taxing saloons. Minnesota sets annual fees of 1000 in St Paul and Minneapolis and 500 elsewhere. Pennsylvania pins licenses at 500 in Philadelphia Pittsburgh and Allegany, 400 in small cities, 200 in boroughs, 100 for country taverns. Sales Sunday to minors forbidden with penalties. licenses issued by courts amid local opposition.
The public assessment places the San Francisco personal property total at 60 million dollars. Banks alone account for at least 15 million, with major retail firms and assorted stores comprising most of the rest, prompting commentary on assessor wealth and re‑election spending.
Reports indicate Secretary Lamar will be appointed to the vacancy on the Supreme Bench. The selection sharpens the court’s lineup as observers await formal confirmation and the start of the new term.
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