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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1884
Page
4
Washoe residents deny unfriendly rivalry with Carson and urge state focus on logical site choices. They argue Reno's climate, water, and access justify asylum and prison location, and propose joint labor use to fund state facilities, stressing non selfish motives and desire for statewide benefit.
The first annual report of the Insane Asylum of Nevada shows substantial taxpayer savings by housing the mentally ill locally. Estimated costs drop from about 60,000 last year under Stockton transport to about 40,000 at home, with future reductions to 35,000 as Farm and Garden mature, yielding about 25,000 annual savings. Supt. Bishop is praised for prudent management of the institution.
The article notes growing fraternal ties between Union and Confederate veterans on Decoration Day and reports the Grand Army of the Republic backing a Richmond project to build a home for disabled Confederate soldiers. It describes plans to raise funds nationwide, with a quarter of a million dollars anticipated from the Northern states.
Oregon legislators adopted a resolution to submit an amendment prohibiting sex as a disqualifier for the elective franchise. Governor Moody issued a proclamation announcing that the amendment will be put to legal voters for ratification or rejection at the general election on June 2, 1884.
Emory A. Storrs returns from Washington and says the contest may center on Logan Edmunds and Blaine. Blaine backs Logan if he fails to secure the nomination, while Edmunds shows strong regional support, especially in New England. Arthur’s administration is praised but could hinder his own candidacy. opposition to him persists in New York.
Julius P. Smith of San Francisco writes Budd protesting a 20 percent tariff cut on borax arguing California producers face Chilean and Italian competition. He notes higher U.S. labor costs and geyser boracic acid in Italy, urging no tariff reduction as California borax faces long standing difficulties and a recent 25 to 30 percent price decline.
The Philadelphia Press argues Minister Sargent lacks political tact but has moral courage, facing the Rhine diplomat. It notes he is warmly supported by the people, while Bismarck presides over a nation divided against itself.
The California State Central Committee scheduled the Republican State Convention in Oakland for April 30. An informal vote among committee members for presidential candidates yielded Blaine 27, Washburne 3, Arthur 4.
The Western Trunk Line Association railroads agreed to reduce lumber tariffs matching Burlington and other lines from Chicago and St Louis. The new tariff stands at thirty seven cents per 100 pounds across all roads to Denver and Colorado points.
The St. Nicholas Hotel in New York City, one of the oldest and best known, will be torn down on April 1 to clear space for a six storey building for stores. The property is valued between $800,000 and $1,000,000, and the hotel no longer pays.
In Eureka Sentinel attributed to Journal, Democrats across the state reference Jerry Schooling of this county as a strong man for Congressional nomination. Schooling does not seek the seat, but if alive two years hence he would be the Democratic nominee for Governor.
The notice states Lander's tax rate remains the same as last year, set at $390. It cites the continued assessment level for the property and confirms no increase or new levies are planned for the current period.
Sup t Bishop presents Nevada State Insane Asylum 1883 financial and statistical report to the Board of Commissioners. He notes farm and garden produce valued around 540 plus 110 40 from pork, outside workmen costs, and 450 75 for 601 days of board not in maintenance. Delaware: inventory discrepancies between Legislature report and institution books, per capita maintenance effects, and notes on clothing and footwear purchases. 39733.7 patients for 275 days. Average ton day for En MONE cee Total maintained one day. Board meetings: 9,648 71 628 00 1,435 99
Farm and Garden items including Live Stock and General Repairs, with improvements. A discrepancy of 245.66 was found in year expenditures, bills allowed but not certified. Only 2065 is chargeable to maintenance. Adjusted funds show 1883 expenditures 43,009.79 versus 42,500.00 appropriated, resulting deficit 509.79.
The San Francisco Chinese cigar makers publish a Chinese paper accusing the Jockout association of exploiting workers. They defy the union and refuse to return to work for one dollar daily, arguing that American immigration laws and rising industry profits justify their stance.
The Louisiana Republican State Convention met and organized with W. P. Kellogg as President and P. B. Pinchbeck as Vice President. Delegates at large named Kellogg Pinchbeck Bodger and Dumont to the National Convention. local districts to select delegates by noon tomorrow. Observers expect a solid Arthur delegation from Louisiana Chicago. Lincoln’s political prospects discussed, with chatter about a possible second position if an Eastern candidate is chosen.
Ex state treasurer L L Crockett expected to be appointed to the Mint clerkship after Lawrence Elrod moves up to Cashier. W B Byrne reportedly asked to resign amid Democrat party tensions. Eureka Sentinel disputes that Democracy caused the request, noting Byrne was not asked to resign for his politics.
Humboldt closes on Washoe in the contest over the 1884 tax levy with the county rate of two dollars and Winnemucca at two hundred twenty five. Humboldt's status has improved notably over the last two years.
Advertisement notes that pernicious practices pursued in solitude cause nervous debility and related issues. It urges sufferers to mail three stamps for a large illustrated treatise outlining cures from the World’s Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo New York.
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