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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1883
Page
1
A Carson paper quotes a citizen decrying Nevada governance as costly and wasteful. He cites a 17 000 voter base, half of whom pay no real estate taxes, and argues eight thousand taxpayers bear the burden. He urges abolition of superfluous offices and tighter state and county spending to weather economic hardship.
The 1882 railway construction report shows 342 lines totaling 11,343 miles across 45 of 47 states and territories, up about 2,000 miles from 1881. Regional breakdown includes New England, Middle, Middle Western, Southern, Missouri River belt, Arkansas belt, Colorado belt, and Pacific belt.
The journal argues against reducing maximum rail fares from 10 to 5 cents and freight from 20 to 10 cents per mile, warning it would halt new line construction and harm local roads. It cites Nevada and Oregon line plans, the Carson and Colorado, Eureka and Palisade, and Virginian and Truckee, urging tailored classifications or percentage-based gross receipts safeguards to protect state interests.
Citizens of Reno urged to win a military post by offering land for all required government uses. Gen Sherman favors abandoning Forts Halleck McDermit and Bidwell and consolidating them along the railroad line. Gen Scho field may back concentration. Reno offers climate schools and society, and would host a 12 company post at lower cost. Immediate action urged to secure the prize.
Proponents argue extending the term of current assessors to four years will save about 11,500 over the next two years. Examples cited include Eureka reducing from 5,000 to 3,000 annually and Washoe dropping from 2,000 to 1,500, with other reductions totaling the stated amount. Ward H. Lamon, Lincoln's ally, could be Denver Postmaster if efforts by Secretary Teller, Senator Tabor, and Rep. Bedford succeed.
The Foley fee bill has passed the Legislature. The redaction is about 30 percent from present rates. It is a very just and proper measure.
The chronic scandal mongers in Washington spread infamous tales about President Arthur, but public belief remains low as citizens doubt the stories and question their credibility.
An opinion piece contrasts the social whirl of society during Lent with the country at rest. It laments lavish entertainments at balls theatres and receptions and urges a strict 40 day period of restraint, reflection, and family virtue, while noting rural life resumes its steady routine.
Territorial Office in demand as Senator Kellogg seeks New Mexico governorship and Idaho territory seats draw interest. Surveyor General and Public Lands Recorder top the list for lucrative posts, with Indian Agent, Court offices, and judgeships also coveted by ambitious politicians. President Arthur plans to retire nearly 100 Congressmen in ten days.
A historical note states that one year earlier Gould held 21 million dollars in Western Union stock and now his interest stands at 30 million. Since he joined the Company over two years ago, no shares have left his name. instead, the holdings have grown steadily.
The cattle industry expanding along the Rocky Mountain fringe draws British capital as Rand & Co. and Swan Brothers expand holdings in Wyoming Utah and Idaho. A 2.5 million sale of 67 000 head signals rising values and confidence while English bankers shift away from mining and railroads toward cattle ranches. The Powder River Cattle Company forms with a 1.5 million capital and includes notable English directors. Swan Brothers grow into Wyoming’s wealthiest cattlemen with 12 000 head shipped last season. Meanwhile many English migrants arrive to farm and stock sheep, and grazing pressures threaten some cattle ranges.
United States Senator Fair from Nevada spent several hours in Des Moines Iowa on February 22 while en route to Washington. He said he wished to be present when Congress adjourns and noted his purpose was to observe the city briefly.
The Battle Mountain Messenger is transferred to Messenger Publishing Company and will be edited by E. T. George formerly of the Lewis Herald. The Journal wishes the Messenger success in its new editorship and ownership.
Senator Jones of Nevada argues for protectionist policy, praising its benefits to mining and manufacturing. He cites Comstock lode riches, San Francisco machine shops, and Pacific coast interdependence, contending high tariffs spurred Western industrial growth and reduced European import reliance. He notes immigration differences among European groups and the need for domestic production to avoid outsized freight costs and delays.
A Sacramento Bee report states the Southern Pacific planned a Berenda to near Yosemite Valley line, with initial work ordered then halted due to hostile Legislature and Commission attitudes. Laborers were recalled. The Central Pacific gross earnings for 1882 are listed as 25,662,757, up from 22,094,101 in 1884.
The article extols Yellowstone as a vast wonderland set in Wyoming Territory, noting its size larger than Rhode Island and Delaware, and possible expansion by a Senate bill. It highlights Yellowstone Lake, trout abundance, surrounding forests, wildlife, and the Yellowstone River’s dramatic gorges. It warns of speculators seeking leases and urges Congress to protect the park for the public good.
The San Francisco Chronicle dismisses sensational gossip about President Arthur's attentions to the wife of a Washington official as cheap. It notes Pittsburg papers may publish such tales, but warns that Arthur’s personal character remains faultless and his bearing steady in a difficult public role.
President Houston confirms a possible increase in Pacific Mail service to four ships per month. Agents have been sent to Mexican, Colombian, and South American ports to gauge traffic prospects, with reports awaited by Houston and Gould after being referred to by other directors.
The Los Angeles Herald hails a booming crop season with record prices and high expectations for both city and county. It predicts an unprecedented harvest that will delight farmers and laborers alike, branding the year a remarkable one for the region.
A Eureka club named The Growlers aims to comprise men who believe they could run a newspaper better than the editor. The note also mentions Alexander H. Stephens as 71 and weighing 71 pounds in a repeated line, though the relevance is unclear.
Charles May of Aurora criticized state newspapers as barons who rule elections unless allied with them. He warned against press manipulation and praised sifting journalism that exposes schemes. He mocked the idea that politicians depend on newspapers and described supposed campaign paybacks to editors as a corrupt “high moral idea.”
The Daily Indicator reports broad belief that railway construction will rise in 1845, not slow. It notes 50 new Illinois companies propose 3,800 more miles, cites regional square mile to rail mile ratios, and argues vast western expansion is feasible despite capital concerns.
A South Boston resident, described as a genuine Partingtonian, recently spoke about a friend’s illness saying he had digestion of the lungs, which then settled into ammonia. The remark reflects period phrasing and regional dialect.
A testimonial from Mes William D Ryckman of St. Catherines Ontario to RB V Pierce of Buffalo New York proclaims the Favorite Prescription Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Purgative Pellets restored his health after severe emaciation and near death. He says he became able to work again and regained strength.
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