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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1884
Page
1
Publication imprint listing Pr shed Ere.7 Scaccay Mornir7 and noting Co. C. POWNING as publisher and proprietor in a historic newspaper segment.
An Eastern exchange cites 62 cents daily for miners in southeastern Pennsylvania’s iron ore belt, with free trade critics claiming protection. The Philadelphia Press shows high costs, low wages, and a structure that keeps operators near first cost while workers struggle.
The article argues that workers earning 62 cents daily and sending $15 quarterly home could live on interest after five years if pig iron duties were removed. It claims Spanish ore flood harms workers and warns Congress to curb free trade. It accuses mine operators of preferring profits over labor welfare and calls for duty on Spanish ores.
An editorial argues for protection of American industry and workers but condemns importing European pauper labor. It cites Pennsylvania iron and coke works hiring European paupers at $15 monthly, displacing local workers, and describes harsh living conditions and subservient behavior, warning against turning Americans into a reform school for European serfs.
An editorial contrasts English rights with American democratic ideals. Gladstone proposes a uniform franchise bill to extend suffrage, arguing domestic reform would calm unrest without external influence. The plan would expand the electorate by about three million, with Ireland and Scotland contributing portions of the total.
The article argues enfranchisement strengthens the Constitution as voters form its core. It warns that without reform a compact mass of supporters could empower the Constitution. It notes opposition from Sir John Hay and Lord Churchill who fear nationalist power and agrarian ignorance in political questions.
Congress committees favor bills to erect fifty plus public buildings costing 50 000 to 200 000 across the United States and a plan for a post office in every town over 2 500. Proponents argue the projects would boost employment and circulates funds, while critics fear waste. The piece also notes the Mint cashier controversy and alleged alcohol abuse.
The third time in American history both parties chose Baltimore for their conventions. In 1844 Henry Clay and James K. Polk were nominated there, and in 1852 Franklin Pierce and Winfield Scott were named. The Gold Mountain town endures a heavy snow blockade with four feet of snow isolating the camp. The mail is scarce and supplies run low as one woman and a child remain in the camp.
Berlin papers in friendly relation to Minister Sargent say the recall question will not be raised in Congress. The Secretary and President give an unequivocal answer: there is no thought of recalling Minister Sargent.
The Nevada Nitro Company is incorporated in San Francisco to develop nitrate of soda deposits in Nevada. Directors listed include Holger Birkedal J W Swhich Joseph M Nougues Samuel F Ralston and Henry Claskey. Capital stands at 5,000,000 dollars.
Application has been received for the appointment of Miss Lizzie Nott as Postmaster of Uniontown Pennsylvania. Dukes murder case sister 8:40 is a sister of young Nott recently admitted at Pittsburg on the charge. Mrs Mackay will sponsor with Gounod at the recreation of Mille Nevada. The widow of A T Stewart sold the Stewart building in New York to Ledge Hilton for 59100000.
Democratic leaders met to form a Congressional Campaign Committee with one member per State in Congress and from territories and the District of Columbia. An Executive Committee of three Senators and five Representatives will run the group, with names listed for each state and territory.
The Foreign Affairs Committee, along party lines, plans to report favorably a Pacific delegation bill to restrict Chinese entry. Amendments drop student certificate rules and 90 day post study stay, and require the United States to cover subsistence and return costs for anyone refused landing under the act.
Under the Prison Association of New York City two large meetings were held in the city last Wednesday to discuss the relation of churches to criminals. Clergymen attended from across the State with speakers including Bishop Littlejohn Assistant Bishop Potter Howard Crosby and Dr J M Buckley among others.
Senator Sewell of the Committee on Military Affairs reported the House relief bill for Fitz-John Porter at a late hour Tuesday. Edmunds' New York push for Arthur aids moves. Rumors place Edmunds with Massachusetts and Vermont votes. Hale pledges Maine for Blaine, who is dubbed the cyclone candidate as a stormy convention favor swells.
The Queen plans a voyage to the Continent in the first week of April with date and route kept secret due to fears of an outrage. She will travel aboard the royal gateh Osthorne, with the ships Alberta Enchantress and Galatea among the fleet. The journey will last about a month, largely spent at Darmatedt for the ceremony of Kernisce, the lPrimesss Vactoria of .
A miscellany of statistics notes Canada’s population near 131000 and maple sugar output led by Vermont in 1880 at 11 million pounds. It mentions Australia’s 490 foot tallest tree, Russia’s zar ruling thirty eight nationalities, and wind effects on exposed versus sheltered thermometers at Cleveland’s Signal Service Station.
Congress coverage shows deep rifts among Democrats over tariff and party management, with personal clashes dimming unity. Republicans unite behind Keifer, while Hatch leads a sharp attack on Democrats and National Committee choices. Cox and Wise trade barbs in a heated floor exchange referencing Virginia Readjuster defeat and biblical imagery.
A New York Times editorial defends Sargent amid Berlin press clamor over his pork report. It attributes the controversy to State Department blunder, not to the diplomat, noting his diligence and faithful representation of the United States.
Replies to party circulars from Maine's leading Republicans indicate James G Blaine is their preferred presidential candidate with Robert T Lincoln named as the running mate. The messages reflect a regional consensus within the party and support for a Blaine Lincoln ticket.
A fragment from a report outlines a July session focusing on the philosophy of Emerson with speakers Des, Herma, Bartol and Hedge, Howe, Cheney, Sanborn, Hawthorne, and others. The session also plans a week of discussions on Immortality as the second major topic.
The Philadelphia Record notes the death of Harry E. Packer, late President of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, leaving his sister Miss Catherine L. Wolfe the principal beneficiary. The Packer estate, valued around 12 million dollars, consists largely of a life interest in Lehigh ValleyRailroad stock, with recent subscriptions increasing the holding. Miss Wolfe would be among the wealthiest women in America if the estate were inherited.
Senator Plumb told a correspondent that the boom in Republican candidates will fade before the convention. He says Blaine and Edmunds show strength only as non candidates, and any spontaneous nomination may win, while Logan’s chances seem slim. Rumors place Low for VP with Logan, though unconfirmed.
San Francisco dispatch reports Attorney General Marshall accepted the Chronicle proposal on railroad taxes and will seek judgments for taxes totaling 800000 dollars. Sources say the railroad will pay 400000 dollars into court with a contest on the balance, bringing total paid by the companies for the last three years to 2400000 dollars. The move earns widespread approval, attributed to Governor Stoneman’s firmness.
At El Paso, Mexican dollars are worth eighty five cents in American coin. At Paso del Norte, American dollars are worth eighty five cents in Mexican comm. One morning a car driver started with a Mexican dollar, traded for an American dollar, then repeated the cycle all day. He ended with the same Mexican dollar he began with, after several exchanges and drinks across the border.
Gen Rosecrans reports a consultation with Chairman Cobb on a California desert land settlers relief bill. Cobb supports passage and will push it after railroad land grants. An endorsement from the General Land Office is secured, aiming to extend settlement time to improve preemption claims under the Desert Land Act.
The Prince of Wales made his first speech in the House of Lords on the workingmen's dwellings question and his oratory attracted mixed notes. Despite adroit political instincts and populist appeal, his rhetoric is described as peculiar with a heavy guttural accent.
The Mackay-Meissonier incident prompts a large art banquet for Meisonier with a concourse of artistes and military figures. Mr. Tavier Latulipe, injured in Verdi accident two weeks ago, received treatment in Carson for a dislocated arm and internal injuries. He returned to Verdi and Lee seeking compensation for injuries amid ongoing legal action against employers.
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