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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1883
Page
1
Weekly Nevada State Journal discusses Carson and Reno political influence, immigration of government projects, and a California legislature apportionment bill. It reports on the House passage of Flynn's bill, Congress adjournment, and a future government building appropriation. Includes post office receipts and Grand Army of the Republic membership projections for the Denver convention.
A large crowd in Greenfield brann and Smart's hall gathered to ratify the Legislature’s action annexing Mason and Smith Valleys and nearby land to Lyon county. The event reflected local political unity and ongoing regional boundary adjustments.
Speaker Kiefer lauds the recently adjourned Congress for tackling vital issues with careful legislation. He cites the 3 percent funding bill, polygamy action, emigrant protections, bank charter extensions, Indian and land policies, postal rate cut to four cents, pension laws, tax removals, tariff revisions, and a bipartisan era without sectionalism.
The press nationally urges civil service reform and warns against removals for political reasons. If the Board of Commissioners can show Supt. Dawson neglected duties or ran expenditures extravagantly, they may justify a change. They should inform taxpayers and give Dawson a chance to refute accusations.
A spurious dollar with a clear ring has appeared in San Francisco. The fake coin imitates the genuine article in appearance and is clad in silver leaf to fool detectors. The discovery came when the edge showed silver abrasion, prompting investigation that confirmed the counterfeit "daddy."
The St Louis Globe Democrat endorses Senator Edmonds as a fit successor to Judge Davis as President of the Senate. It argues he is among the clearest and ablest senators and likely to be Republican candidate for president next year. The article notes readiness to assume office if President Arthur dies. It also reports rail progress to Salt Lake City and other brief items.
The article details the 19th and 20th fiscal year state expenditures including Governor salary 10000 dollars private secretary 4000 dollars and various other offices and services totaling 470300 dollars with an extra 1000 for a Washington commissioner and 1500 for Supreme Court printing. It also notes a settlement in the Ralston estate case with 160000 to plaintiffs and 25000 to their attorney. Additionally Senator Fair discusses Senator Edmunds as a presidential candidate with praise for his abilities but notes limited personal appeal and potential political drawbacks.
The Austin correspondent reports Manhattan Company operations grinding on since Oct 30. Silver bullion bars worth $1,000 plus are shipped regularly. ore yields $350 per ton previously, now lower but more abundant. Payroll runs about $23,000 monthly. tributers fare well, though merchants complain of slow account settlements, with hard times and long credits. Ores are ruby or antimonial silver, rich and beautiful, some $1,000 to $2,000 per ton, little gold.
A 640 acre tract near Anaheim is secured for an ostrich farm to be run by the California Ostrich Farming Company. A company with $30,000 capital has been formed to operate the venture, which is expected to achieve great things. A New York politician forecasts the next Republican VP may come from the Pacific Coast, with California Senator Miller highlighted as a strong possibility.
Lawmakers reduce Esmeralda county scrip value from 90 to 55 as Carson City residents prepare for a Wood River trip. Wiggins is noted in a playful line about local mood as the community readies for travel.
Dr Thomas Anuusell spoke in New York arguing no warm Pacific current like the Gulf Stream exists. He cites an Asiatic shore current in warm months driven by monsoons and a Behring Strait bottom ridge that blocks northward flow, supporting an open polar sea claim opposed by Maury Kane and Hayes. Chief Justice Daly endorsed the lecturer's theory.
John Guthrie of Sonoma Ranch Grass Valley Humboldt county says he will not sow more than fifty acres this season due to unusually low mountain snow and expected irrigation shortages. Subscribers note March begins like a lamb but fear it may turn harsher, while the period remains unsettled. The column ends advertising Dr Fierce Favorite Prescription for female weakness.
Reports from Paradise mines describe rich ore discoveries as Bullion of Paradise Company extends a drift 72 feet north and connects to a deepening chute. The ore body spans about 90 feet in length and 16 to 20 feet wide in places, with a 44% foot wintering area to be sunk and linked to the drift. Nick Frayer advances in Live Yankee works, Easter celebrations planned with cards, flowers, and music, reflecting growing interest in the holiday.
The Austin Reveille questions how soon Merrill will receive the grand bounce and whether Garrard will become Private Secretary to Governor Adams, touching on appointments and confirmation timelines.
Hartford Courant notes experts debate the true cost of stopping a train. Estimates range from a quarter of a cent to two dollars per stop, with factors including brake wear, locomotion, wages, and increased maintenance. The Railroad Gazette cites about thirty to sixty cents per stop based on broader analysis.
Entries for Summer trotting meets in 83 and 84 show 25 horses in Ashland stakes for 83 and 24 in Chicago stakes for 83 with 59 dollars to the winner. Entries hail from New York Texas Massachusetts California and the Pacific Coast. Notable entrants include Golden Gate Sultan Eva Don Carlos Redbood Almed Sallie Benton Hinda Rose Morning Glory St Patrick Nettie Griselda among others from Palo Alto Los Angeles and Hicksville.
Report circulates that A. Ross of Wells Fargo was rewarded $5,000 by Central Pacific for defending property from train wreckers at Montella. Ross says he only received a $150 check from Charles Crocker in San Francisco and no other payment. Wells Fargo covered his medical bills and expenses during the journey. Neither company paid him any money nor does he expect payment.
On a cold night four young ladies were brought back to their homes after a town incident. The Gazette defends Reno's gallantry, noting misstatements about the ladies and praising local hospitality. One brother’s rudeness contrasted with two who showed courtesy.
The JousNaL job office in Elko announces a large stock of paper cards inks for job printing. Skilled workers handle every task with no inferior work leaving the shop. Prices are compensating and satisfaction is guaranteed. Visit to inspect specimens and place orders.
The report notes little change in surface appearance but ongoing underground gains at Tuscarora Mines. Upraises and air improvements are planned at Independence connection, North Belle Isle engine repairs complete, Elko Con crosscut to start in promising ground, Navejo shows ore gains with vein strength up to 3200 per ton, Argenta east drift advances, Grand Prize steady with a new crosscut near the shaft. The mine’s prospects reinforce its bullion-producing value.
A Salt Lake Tribune report discusses Nevada robbers serving in Carson prison. Nay claims a pretended confession implicating Hawley and Ross in the Monteiro express car attack. The account notes burial of a dead comrade and questions why details emerged late, citing seven bandits, nine horses, and Ross's possible trigger hits.
The bill largely ends internal revenue taxes except on whisky and tobacco and cuts tariffs to boost business. It will reduce government customs receipts by about 379 million dollars. While imperfect in some details, it is a major step for business interests, with Democrats blamed for obstruction except filibuster threats.
The Enterprise notes Congress passed a tariff reduction and abolition of internal revenue taxes except whisky and tobacco, reformed civil service appointments, and cut letter postage to two cents. The brief session yields four major achievements that will bolster Republican morale in the next national campaign.
The reader recalls a congressman’s fall pledge that a Senate approved bill funding a federal building would reach final passage before the Forty-eighth Congress adjourned. Cassidy’s constituents wonder why the measure was not pursued and withheld.
Reno failed to move the prison from Curzon but won retention of the Warden and several attaches. A Reno firm has secured the six month contract to supply the prison with groceries and related needs. The piece notes the prison will likely be moved by the next Legislature.
A Reno firm identified as A. Lindley & Co. secures a supply contract or arrangement involving a prison at Cavan with groceries and related items for the next six months, marking a scored outcome for Runol Gnasourier.
Heartily recommended remedy Parker's Ginger Tonic is praised in the Journal for calming fretful babies and relieving mothers anxiety. The tonic is said to soothe pain, aid digestion, and be safe for use in infants, with numerous cures cited in the section.
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