19 Mar 1892
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1892
Page
1
The Daily reprints latest telegraphic news and publishes every day except Mondays while the Weekly appears on Saturdays. The Mevada State Journal lists its telegraphic content alongside these publication frequencies.
The piece argues Congress is educating the public on shipping policy, contrasting restrictions that prevent Americans from building or owning ships abroad with protections for foreign built vessels under a foreign flag. It laments reliance on foreigners for the carrying trade, urges universal American ship ownership, and flags a partisan bias in the policy.
A Census Bulletin by Superintendent Porter compares California wool industry data from 1880 to 1890. Nine to fifteen factories operated. land and machinery value rose. worker numbers climbed, especially females, while wages and material costs fell. Domestic product value declined from 1.63 million to 1.43 million. The piece notes tariff protection yet asks why California woolens fail to compete with East Coast production and discusses shipping patterns and trade views in the Chicago Tribune.
The piece argues Colorado voters favor free silver and organize silver clubs independent of parties, urging Nevada to adopt the same stance. It cites the Grand Junction Star praising silver advocacy and contends free coinage would boost Nevada’s population, agriculture, labor, and state prosperity.
The Salt Lake Journal notes a preliminary survey for a Deep Creek railroad west from Salt Lake City, signaling possible construction soon. If built this fall, Western Utah and Eastern Nevada may gain rail access. locals expect funding and depots, with plans tied to the Nevada Air Line charter granted by the Nevada Legislature last year.
Acting Secretary Spaulding reports gold certificates issued 1877 1892 totaling 569 89 806 with 445 038 561 redeemed and silver certificates issued 1878 1882 totaling 680 708 000 with 356 811 682 redeemed. Paper money outstanding July 1 1886 was 921 431 194 rising to 1 007 281 512 by January 1 1892. Curtis arrested for embezzlement. Reed claims he urged Curtis to Canada. Largest coin is the oof of Annam, about 300 in dollars, followed by the tobong in Japan. Explosion at Charleroi Belgium coal mine kills 215, 170 of whom are believed to have been buried alive.
Senator Hill outlined measures to seal ships leaving for the Bering Sea to poach. Mitchell will meet John L. A steamer wrecked, coal trust concerns, bicycle race completed, Democratic Caucus, and gold coins tampering reported.
Mitchell will meet Sullivan in Toronto on March 12 with a 25000 dollar purse and a 2500 dollar side bet plus a 2500 dollar stake at ring side to be forfeited if he misses. Slavin also notes 5000 pound wagers if Sullivan fights in England.
San Francisco on March 14 E F Weibe superintendent of the American District Telegraph Company was assaulted by Jake Oppenheimer a twenty year old messenger discharged for dishonesty He demanded six days wages and fired three times missing only by inches as Weihe fled Seizing the revolver Weihe detained the youth who was arrested and jailed for the incident.
Yoranama February 25 reports elections for Japan's diet nearly complete with unclear results. Government papers claim a government supporter majority around twenty, counting independents with the bloc. Campaign violence left twenty dead and 140 wounded. Count Ito reportedly resigns as Privy Council president. Polls show very low voter turnout among eligible electors.
In Washington on March 14 the Senate reported resolutions inviting foreign nations to attend the World’s Columbian Exposition and let them go over after discussion. A conference was ordered on the urgent deficiency bill. After executive sessions and the post office building bill passage the Senate adjourned. In San Francisco on March 14 the U S cruiser Charleston left Mare Island and set sail without a known destination, likely bound for Behring Sea via San Diego to await orders.
Washington reports show a House Rivers and Harbors committee majority backing a deep water channel to connect the Great Lakes. Also noted: Blaine’s health improving with no immediate Southern trip planned, Utah Legislature adjourns after a sixty day session, and public records listing post office letters.
A claim asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla uniquely combines its ingredients in a special proportion and process. The ad notes no other sarsaparilla matches its distinctive formulation. It emphasizes the product's peculiar efficacy and distinctive character.
A vintage testimonial touts Simmons Liver Regulator as a superior remedy for dyspepsia biliousness and headaches. The writer H. H. Jones of Macon Georgia asserts the liver governs health, praising the product as effective, non constipating, and not disruptive to daily life.
An old physician offers a free mailed recipe for a vegetable remedy claimed to cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and throat and lung ailments along with nervous debility. The notice includes languages German French and English and lists W A Neves Rochester N Y as the sender. Also included are fashion hints for spring and home remedies for throat nose and ear complaints with a series of precautionary folk-health tips.
An inquest into broker George Gower Robinson's death in Yokohama concluded February 18, finding Lieutenant J H Hetherington guilty of wilful murder after Robinson was shot February 13 while driving. The trial noted a letter seeking leniency for Hetherington, with many officials present. Funeral held February 23. Hetherington moved to the U S Consulate as details emerged.
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