Reno Brevities From Friday Daily Journal
In town notes Arthur Nichols and Bosky visit while Pete Dalton and Jack O’Brien are Blaine men. A railroad crossing has been repaired, and the Horn building brick work will start next week. An excursion to a mountain valley is planned for the 4th and a Blaine Logan club meeting is set for Saturday. Six prisoners await the Grand Jury. horse meat, fresh fruit and groceries stay in demand at Leadbetter’s. the Kate Castleton Company to entertain next week in Reno.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Moeller
Gallatin & Folsom
Palace Hotel
Leadbetter’s
Sierra Street
Loura Bevier
Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation
Harry Guinn
P.N. Norton
Capt. Griffin
N. A. Merrill
Peavine
Kate Castleton
Reno
Political Prophecy of Democractic and Republican Conventions
A Reno forecast predicts the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on July 8 will fracture into factions. Butler leads 77 at the hall with a rival Independent Democratic Convention forming after a clash over a prewritten platform. Butler and Thurman are pitched against McDonald and Flower, while Republicans and Greenbacks consider parallel moves and a Blaine‑Logan victory is implied, signaling the party’s decline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiggins
Reno
Chicago
Butler
Cock-Eyed
Statesman
Massachusetts
Strong
Committee On
Benjamin F. Butler
Allen G. Thurman
McDonald
Indiana
Flower
New York
Boston
Thurman
Great Greenback Party
A. M. West
Mississippi
Thurman Uo
Blaine
Logan
Democratic Party
Steamboat Springs resort improving for visitors
The Steamboat Springs proprietor spares no effort to enhance the resort with a new dancing pavilion and ample amenities for picnics and pleasure parties. He promises ready supply of food and drinks, with first class grounds and hotel service for the Virginia Turn-Verein picnic next Sunday at moderate charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steamboat Springs
Mt St Marys Academy Graduation Honors Scholars
Yesterday's graduating exercises at Mt. St. Marys Academy drew many relatives and friends. The graduates Miss Germain and Miss Bell excelled in mathematics civil constitution and chemistry, reflecting credit on the entire class and the school. The Jovn- NaL commends Mother Dolores and wishes continued success in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. St. Mary’s Academy
Germain
Bell
Jovn- Nal
Dolores
Company A 1st Cavalry Arrives Near Lee’s Corrals
Capt. Mac Gregor commands Company A from Fort Bidwell as they strike camp near Lee’s stock corrals below town and await transport to Camp McGinnis Montana. First Lt. R. P. Wainwright and 2nd Lt. W. S. Scott lead the detachment awaiting cars. They will be joined by companies from Walla Walla and the Presidio before marching to Montana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
1St Cavalry
MacGregor
Fort Bidwell
Lee’s
Camp McGinnis
Montana
R. P. Page Wainwicht
W. 8. Scott
Walla Walla
Presidio
Political Treat Speech Planned for Blaine and Logan in Virginia City
Senator J P Jones sought Emory A Storrs to speak for Blaine Logan and the Republicans in October at Virginia City. Esmeralda County vacancy created by M M Glenn resignation filled by Governor Adams appointing A C May of Aurora to the Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Jones
Emory A. Storrs
Chicago
United States
Blaine
Logan
Virginia City
M. M. Glenn
Esmeralda
Adams
A. C. May
Aurora
Niece Reception Honors W A Martin Duo at Glendale
The wedding reception of Mr and Mrs W A Martin at Mrs Thomas's Glendale residence Wednesday evening drew about a hundred guests from Reno society. Festive lighting, floral decor, Hastings Fulmer Band, and a luncheon at midnight complemented music by Jose Halesworth Barnett Cook Flora Finlayson and Cora Ferguson. The newlyweds, just back from California, were praised as a jolly good couple and the affair a brilliant success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Martin
Glendale
Reno
Hastings & Fulmer
Truckee Meadows
Jose, Halesworth
California
Anxious Traveler Misses Train in Peoria Tale
A Peoria woman anxious about trains hurries to the depot with trunk and numerous belongings Gathers items from a plant to a tumbler while chasing every switch engine Believing each could be her train she asks for the time and train position Then she finds her companions then realizes her various items remain on board or at the depot ending in relieved gratitude
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Death Valley Surges With Water Bringing Unexpected Growth
The Hawthorne Bulletin notes Death Valley, long a symbol of drought and desolation, is flooded with water this year. Grass grows abundantly and cattle are in good condition after crossing the valley, suggesting Nevada could prosper agriculturally with continued water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawthorne Bulletin
Death Valley
Nevada
Blaine and Logan Club Meeting In Reno
A Blaine and Logan Club organizing meeting is set for Saturday evening June 21 1884 at 8 o clock at the Justice Office Center street Reno. Republicans invited including W H Young John Bowman R Nash Joseph Peers J H Hollarday E C Leadbetter and others along with about 100 more Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Office
Center Street
Reno
Blaine and Logan Club
W.H. Young
John Bowman
R. Nash
Joseph Peers
J. H. Hollarday
E. C. Leadbetter
W. H. Dickens
T. V. Julien
J. F. Emmitt
Dan Pine
J.F. Alexander
C. C. Powning
A. A. Evans
C. W. Jones
W.R. Chamberlain
W.M. Boardman
H. J. Thyes
Dan Boyd
Seymour Bryant
C. Chase
J. AL. McFarlin
N.c.hammersmith
Republicans
First A O U W Workmen Picnic at Steamboat Springs
The first annual Workmen’s Picnic of the A O U W in Storey county will be held at Steamboat Springs on July 4. It promises to be the season’s most brilliant event with full preparations for attendees comfort. A special Reno bound train will depart the morning of the Fourth for those wishing to attend. A complete programme of exercises appears in another column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Storey County
Steamboat Springs
Reno
Homeward bound Reno boys sail from the Islands
Charley Williams, a Reno printer, who has been in Honoluola for a year, and Grant Wilson, another Reno youth who went to the Sandwich Islands, sailed for San Francisco on the 15th and should reach about the 21st. Williams returns home on a visit to his parents and owns an interest in the best daily in the Islands. Wilson likely stays in San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Williams
Honoluola
Sandwich Islands
Grant Wilson
Islands
San Francisco
Island
Wilson
Publics School closing exercises schedule issued
Publics School announces closing ceremonies with the Primary Department on Thursday June 26 at 10:00 AM, Preparatory Department at 1:30 PM, and High School at 2:00 PM. The Preparatory Programme is published elsewhere. Charles Francis Adams has been elected President of the Union Pacific Railroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pv. Wu
Chas
Francis Adams
Union Pacific Railroad
Reno and Rural News Roundup from the Valley
Charley Traser of Sierra Valley visited town yesterday. Mrs. Judge King returned from California. Mrs. Hall and daughter left for Sin sunville yesterday. The Reno Guard Band will give an open air concert this evening. A swarm of crickets reported in Winnemucca Valley. Surprise Valley teamsters led by L. C. Bacheldor arrived yesterday. Alvaro Evans came from Pyramid with news of rock piles for burning. A special train will carry Reno folks to Turner's picnic at Steamboat tomorrow morning. Stocks stronger. Alta 2, Navajo 4, Bodie 434, Hale & Norcross 23. C. HH. Sproule of the Elko Free Press was a Bay passenger last evening. The number of boys in blue dying around town gave Reno a military air. A new boom rumored in Navajo on bullion yield and potential dividend resumption. Frank M. Pirley of San Francisco west-bound passenger. confident Blaine and Logan can carry New York. Dr. Bergman arrested again. case to Supreme Court on habeas corpus. Supreme Court petition to be filed this morning. Company K, 1st Cavalry, left Redding for Reno to join Company A in camp. may leave for Montana Sunday. S. Emeich returned from San Francisco intending to open a Reno dry goods store. Tom Hymers in good humor. pigeons from Laughton’s match returned, he complains Ben Bacon not removing game. Gould & Curry 50c per share assessment delinquent on the 7th. due to holiday and Sunday, effectively delinquent by the 3rd. stock must be sold in two weeks to avoid lien.
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Alta
Navajo
Bodie
Hale & Norcross
C. HH. Sproule
Elko Free Press
The
Bay
Reno
1St Cavalry
Redding
Montana
S. Emeich
San Francisco
Douglas County Mines Boom Predicted By Miner Beck
H H Beck returned from Silver Glanée Mining District in Douglas County where he looked after mining interests. A ledge of silver bearing ore was found by Raycroft Bros near Double Springs, logging assays of two to three thousand per ton. A new rush surrounds Red Canyon with Sweetwater mines producing bullion and a profitable free gold ledge between them, Beck predicting a brighter state-wide future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Beck
Silver Glanée
Douglas County
Raycroft Bros
Double Springs
Red Canyon
Beck
Postal Delay Sparks High Stakes Telegram to Boston
In Reno yesterday Major Clough of Antelope Mining complains after a Boston Postmaster detains a crucial letter for two extra cents. To avoid delay he telegraphed his brother to cover the stamp cost, spending $275 for quick delivery. Nevada Theatre promotes a one night only show Tuesday June 24 featuring the Rice Surprise Party and Kate in Pop at Jamison's with reserved seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reno
Major Clough
Antelope Mining Company
Boston
Wilson
Nevada
Jamison’s
Divorce Actions Filed Against Spouses in Separate Cases
D. P. McIntosh sues Isabella McIntosh for divorce on grounds of extreme cruelty and adultery. Lizzie Cluchy sues Patrick Cluchy for divorce on the same grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. P. McIntosh
Isabella McIntosh
Lizzie Cluchy
Patrick Cluchy
Pioneer Myron C. Lake Dies in Reno at 57
Myron C. Lake longtime Reno figure dies after illness at his Lake House. Born February 1828 in Union County New York he served in the Mexican War and later mined in California before settling in Reno where he held land and toll bridge interests. He leaves a wife and one child. funeral set for Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Lake House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron C. Lake
Lake House
Mr. Lake
Union County
New York
Ilinois
Plains
California
Honey Lake Valley
Fuller Toll Bridge
Reno Iron Bridge
Reno
Tragedy at Bidwell Over Bell Fund Night Shooting
A night of violence at Bidwell ended with a soldier shot in the back of the neck while ringing a donated school bell. A mob feared Chinese workers were responsible, and the camp enforced strict guard to prevent riots. The wounded man survives, condition serious but not certain.
The Washoe Hay Crop Forecasts Record Yield
The Washoe valley expects a very large hay crop this year, possibly the biggest yet. Farmers fear limited markets for surplus hay, with some planning to buy cattle and feed hay to turn stock into spring money, while others may ship cattle in to cushion prices.
Riece's Surprise Party at Nevada Theater Next Tuesday
Kate Castleton leads Riece's Surprise Party in Pop at the Nevada Theater on June 24 with new music and situations. They arrive from a four week run at Bush Street Theater San Francisco to high praise. Castleton performs her latest songs including For Goodness Sake Don't Say I Told You. Tickets on sale at Jamison's store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Castleton
Nevada Theater
Bush Street Theater
San Francisco
Miss Castleton
Jamison
Dr Hogan Builds A Vast Barn To Store Hay Crop
Dr Hogan constructs a large barn on his farm above town to cover more ground than any similar building in the state. It will house his entire hay crop with attached sheds for cattle feeding. Hay will be dropped into racks from the barn, letting stock feed under cover. He believes this method will secure a market for his hay.
Public Choir Program closes with school acts and songs
The program lists multiple student acts including Berhe Cunningham Let's Play, Stella Jose Proczasion of Stars & Souls, and Carrie McIntosh May Payne Ready. Performances feature drama Mother Madge, The Wreck of the Hespenes, The Blue and the Gray, and closing song. Scene includes many names such as Mamie Purdie, Lola Remington, Lizzie Hogan, May Palmer, Anna Martin, Maggie Fraser, Nona Seaton, Clara Taylor. The event appears as a school closing program held on a June Thursday afternoon.
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Berhe Cunningham
Stella Jose Proczasion
Stars & Souls
Iya Simpson
Carrie McIntosh
May Payne
Ediie Caine
Mamie Purdie
Bangor
Fannie McIntosh
Nona Seaton
Charles Coffin
Allie Simpson
Ollie Taylor
Academy Bell
May Palmer
Harry Martin Baby
Mabel Stanaway
Grace McIntosh
Lillie Thompson
Lizzie Hogan Biddies
May Wheeler Mary Dow
Anna Martin
Maggie Fraser
Lola Remington
Carrie Morrill
Clara Taylor
Lena Dawson Marion
Callie McLeish
Alice Cunningham
Gertie McIntosh
Doten's Views on Democratic State Convention
Alf Doten in a Virginia Enterprise letter from Austin calls the Democratic State Convention a circus in parts with a ringmaster and clown. He likens figures to Websterian and Clay analogues, naming Cresswell, Dennis, Sadler, Canavan, Hagerman, and comments on Colonel Jerry Moore as out of place like a stork among brows.
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Alf. Doten
Austin
Virginia Enterprise
Congress
Cresswell
Clay
John H. Dennis
Calhoun
Sadler
Eureka
Douglas
Canavan
Story
Rupert
Hagerman
Reno
Jerry Moore
Knights of Honor Anniversary Reception in Reno
Nevada Lodge number 3020 of Reno and Silver State Lodge 2969 of Wadsworth will celebrate the eleventh anniversary of the Order with a reception at the Hall of Nevada Lodge in Reno on the evening of June 30. The JouRNAL acknowledges receipt of an invitation to be represented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada Lodge
Reno
Silver State Lodge
Wadsworth
Knights of Honor
Grand Jurors Summoned for Service Names Listed
The following gentlemen have been summoned to serve as Grand Jurors Isaac Fredrick T K Hymers J G Becker H H Beck Al White W N Knox A Lindley C Powning J B Rafferty J M Painter L D Fol som Joseph Hall Louis Abrahams S M Jamison M J Smith J H Bailey C C Chase A W Barnes H W Higgins D H Barker L W Lee Henry Ebue J N Evans
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Fredrick
T. K. Hymers
J. G. Becker
H. H. Beck
al. White
W. N. Knox
A. Lindley
C. ©. Powning
J. B. Rafferty
J. M. Painter
L. D. Folsom
Joseph Hall
Louis Abrahams
S. M. Jamison
M. J. Smith
J. H. Bailey
C. C. Chase
A. W. Barnes
H. W. Higgins
D. H. Barker
L. W. Lee
Henry Ebue
J. N. Evans
Calves In Demand Imperils Veal in Local Markets
Local meat markets report abundant supplies of beef and other meats but veal remains scarce as calves fetch high prices. Butchers say calves are bought before they suckle at eight dollars and sometimes five dollars, making veal unaffordable for market needs.
Farm Hands Wanted for Early Hay Cutting Jobs
One hundred men can obtain immediate employment at 35 to 40 dollars monthly as farm hands are in demand. The San Franciscan weekly journal, based in San Francisco, suspended publication after funds from proprietors Goodman and McEwen were exhausted and debt was avoided by suspension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
San Franciscan
San Francisco
Messrs. Goodman and McEwen
Four Legged and Wheelbarrow Races Highlight Local Contest
A fragmented listing of events includes a S four legged race prize described as a gold lined card receiver at 100 yards, a wheelbarrow race with blindfolds over 50 yards, a boys race offering a silver stem winding watch with gold chain, and a standing jump prize a silver butter dish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Murphy
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Daily Journal
Arthur Nichols
Bosky
Geo. H. Morrison
Carson
Pete Dalton
Jack O’brien
Geo. Hopkins
Dr. Cole
Virginia
Second Street
Salvation Army
West
Chris Zabriskie
Candelaria
Jevman
Geo. Ashim
Green Mountains
Gunther, Esq
Missouri
Pacific Coast
Samuel Thall
Charles Maltby
H. J. Pratt
Clover Valley
Clover Valley Ranch
Evans Brothers
Donner
Court House Yard
Osburn & Shoemaker
Kentucky
Ohio River
Mt. St. Mary’s
Seldiera
Blaine and
Publics School
Charley Traser
Sierra Valley
Judge King
Winnemucca Valley
L. C. Bacheldor
Alvaro Evans
Pyramid
Steamboat
Frank M. Pirley
Jourman
Dr. Bergman
Russel-Bergman
Supreme Court
Tom Hymers
Ben Bacon
Laughton’s
Tom
Ben
Hymers
Gould & Curry
Douglas County Mines
Postal Regulations
GEST
Bidwell
Iass
Riece
Madge
Hee
Gertrude McIntosh
Bingie Tawcee Sevodie
Bertie Varian
Prince Jack
Bertie Ward
Nina
Spitfire
Doten
Rice
Jemison
A. O. U. W. Picnic
Pyne
W F Ford
HC Dade
BF Layton
JH Donovan
CH Mather
B Robinson
L Wardle
Cavanauga
J Caldwell
Gold Hill
HW Hand
JF Gladding
J Solomon
MJ Flannery
Adey
Dr P Manson
AG Cowan
CB Wychef
Hub Smith
M Harris
RB Davis
Silver City
EP Hamilton
TP Mack
WT Cuddy
Dayton
John Lothrop
Geo Cobb
WR Davis
Sutro
T H Flager
J C Harlow
MT Barnett
WD Wagar
Hiram Sample
H W Higgins
Robt Rowland
Peterson & Samuels
Torp
William Mooney
Committee On Games
J. H. Donovan
J. F. Gladding
Dr. P. Manson
Dr. B. Robinson
E. P. A. Pyne
8. A. Joy
H. Dade
J. Wychoff
W. F. Ford
H. W. Hand
Donovan
Layton
Chate-lain & Golden
Hayward's Switch
Mound House
Cargon
Prof. Cara
Vee City
Professor Hasting
Sutra
Committee of Arrangements
U. S. Mail
Eagar & CO
Proprietors
Round Hole
Buffalo Salt Works
Buffalo Meadows
Duck Flat
Eagleville
Cedarville
Lake City
Alturas
Lakeview
Oregon
Chewaucan
Silver Lake
Summer Lake
Abbot's
Janes Saeed Valley
Eenaads
Aping
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