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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1884
Page
5
Reno era brief from March 29, 1884, lists local arrivals and departures, civic items, business changes, and upcoming events. Notables include Capt Griffin from Peavine, Yerington couple back from the Bay, Supt McKenzie ill, Kaiser Wilhelm’s 87th birthday observances, and Dan Bowen planning a private hospital. Also mentions Washoe politics, United States Marshal sale at Hawthorne, and improvements to W Sanders Undertaker shop.
The Salt Lake Chronicle reports a severe blizzard delaying U P express trains across Wyoming and Nebraska. Four to five feet of snow, impassable stretches between Carbon and Cheyenne, and yards at Cheyenne and Laramie buried five feet deep with snow plows working to clear lines. Weather worsens, raising fear the blockade may last longer.
A District Court complaint alleges Dr Bergman disposed of property to defraud creditors. A warrant issued and he was arrested, held for 4000 bond to appear next Saturday. Bond names M Nathan C T Bender W R Chamberlain and J J Becker as sureties. Outcome uncertain as dodging events may ensue.
The Austin Reveille notes Reese River Valley spans 170 miles and 10 to 20 miles wide with rich soil that could yield grain for the state given ample water. However the river, shown on maps, vanishes before Battle Mountain, leaving the valley arid as the sandy soil drinks up moisture, requiring a continuous cloudburst to sustain even a cork’s float from Ledlie to Battle Mountain.
The San Francisco Chronicle notes a Chinese theatrical troupe of about a dozen Celestials with wardrobes and wagons left Oakland for Reno. A Deputy Poll Tax Collector demanded $2 per person, which was refused. the deputy levied on the baggage as tensions rose and the troupe remained opposed to payment.
A Reno gentleman, described as a prophet, claims a California Legislature special session will cause lasting harm to the state. He bases his view on a scientific reaction and offers no specifics, predicting that the session will, if his forecast fails, stand as an exception to 25 years of legislative history.
The Reno Nevada post office issue dated March 22 1884 lists uncalled letters including Allen DB Murphy Peter Dettling Mra B-2 MecCollough J R Fleming F W Powell J Hardesty Jerre Shea H Hager Horace Van Doran A Jorgensen Hangs Williams C 2 Johnson A W White George S M Janson P M. This notice records names and delivery status for customers awaiting mail.
A report that Oscar Ritter was hanged in Montana proved false. Sheriff of Silver Bow writes Hermann Ritter that Oscar was seen at Butte recently but has since vanished. He does not know his whereabouts. In Wadsworth a Hard Times Masquerade Ball promises ragged costumes with prizes. John Evans, foreman of the Northern Belle, Welsh native, 35, killed at Mount Diablo mine by a blast. He leaves a wife. Eureka county sheriff delivers an Italian convict to the state prison. Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery advertised for coughs and lung issues.
Brief items from the Daily Journal noting travel delays on the westbound overland train, visits by Chat Roberta and Prof Young, cattle shipments to San Francisco, weather concerns for fruit trees, political shifts in Reno, court and legal notices, local obituaries and health reports, mining updates, and a sensational anti toothache remedy.
The Virginia Chronicle reports the Democratic State Central Committee selected Austin as the convention site for June 10. A full state ticket, National Convention delegates, Presidential Electors, and a 111-member convention will be chosen with per-district representation including Storey 29, Esmeralda 8, Eureka 10, and other counties.
The April issue is richer than previous issues with a colored frontispiece The Approach of a Storm and an opening article How Uniform Standard Time Came About illustrated throughout It features works by Walter E McVann E A Duycklock Chas Von Sas N Robinson and more Etta W Pierce continues her serial A Dark Deed plus stories poems and sketches by popular writers The issue has 128 pages and over 100 illustrations priced at 25 cents per issue or 250 per year postpaid Mrs Frank Leslie Publisher New York Park Place 53 55 58
San Francisco faces alarm over leprosy spread among Chinese and Hawaiians. Health officials consider a secluded colony to halt transmission as past practice of shipping Chinese lepers home may not be feasible. Chinese government reportedly will not accept lepers ashore, risking migrant deportations or offshore colonies.
The postoffice building construction has advanced, showing two large entrance doors. In the front area a Davis & Son cigar stand and Charley Thurston's News Stand will occupy counters on each side. The rear holds the post office with private boxes accessible day and night. the location is adjacent to the current office, with internal changes minimal.
A lively Reno Guard meeting Monday evening approved forming a band in connection with the unit. Members showed earnest interest and unanimously supported the plan. The company is advancing in drill and could become one of the best drilled militia groups in the state if the pace continues.
Cassidy predicts a Republican caucus resolution declaring tariff revision as party policy with unanimous support. The Morrison tariff bill would then be brought forward and open to amendments at the discretion of the majority.
The Eureka Leader proposes a GOP ticket for the National Convention including S. P. Davis of Ormsby R. L. Fulton of Washoe M. D. Foley of Eureka J. M. Dormer of Esmeralda and C. H. Sproul of Elko. Jack Foulks notes delays in lumbering efforts due to heavy snow with snow in canyons predicted to persist into summer.
Aurora Illinois Herald endorses President Arthur as a prudent, discreet leader gaining broad popularity across classes. The piece argues the Republican Convention cannot easily overlook nominating Arthur for President.
Washington dispatch reports revenue reformers in the House aiming to remodel Morrison bill to pass with a free list cut, woolgrower concessions, and party discipline. Randall and followers predict no tariff bill this session. caucus vote, proposed resolution, and tariff for revenue with incidental protection are debated amid regional platform tensions.
The New York Herald lauds Mile Emma Nevada as California’s nightingale with fine acting and singing reception in Paris. Gayarre shares success, while editorials note high American praise overseas and call Paris reception keen. Maurel benefits from the acclaimed pairing.
In Washington Grant said Republicans' chances are better now than five months ago, noting Democrats have historically aided GOP victories in emergencies. He cited the tariff fight in the House as sealing the Republican fate and denied earlier interview reports, pledging support for Logan.
Deputy US Surveyor George W. Fairchild reports to the General Land Office that cattlemen have fenced all agricultural land in the area, with 400 mile ranges and hostile wire fences posted with death threats to anyone attempting entry. Herders claim Desert Land and Timber Culture rights, effectively barring new homestead settlements.
The Republicans of Tennessee will hold a campaign convention on April 17 to nominate a candidate, with indications pointing to a large attendance.
Reports say about twenty thousand idle men in Chicago and similar figures in other cities as skilled workers and others suffer from unemployment and lack of work.
Deacon Parkinson writes from Port Townsend Washington Territory criticizing female suffrage and recounting a Jefferson County District Court session. He mocks women jurors and baliffs, ridicules strong minded women, and declares opposition to expanding women’s political roles while asserting taxpaying women should influence taxation. He notes judge Green’s support for women on juries and laments mixed outcomes in rape and murder indictments.
The New York Times editorial frames Coeur dAlene as the latest gold rush frenzy. It notes prospectors swarm the region chasing wealth with hopeful tales of millions or possible disappointment, illustrating the craze’s reach into the Rocky Mountain era.
The Republican convention in Louisiana was largely composed of colored men. N discussion centered on nominating a State ticket with northern delegates opposing it. They argued canvassing the state would be unsafe and would defeat local tickets.
The Illiteracy bill seeks establishment and support of common schools with $15 million allotted first year, $14 million second year, $13 million third year, and a $1 million yearly decrease for ten years. State education funds would be allotted by each state’s literacy rate, with Nevada noted for a small premium benefit per the Virginia Chronicle.
Lyon County Times endorses Lieutenant Governor C. %. Laughton as a capable and agreeable delegate candidate for the Chicago Convention. The paper notes his address and pleasant manners would aid in securing Novads ite share of recognition.
A rush of settlers to Washington Territory is underway. In a single day last week sixteen cars carried over five hundred people to Wallala Junction, mostly thrifty German migrants with funds to purchase farms.
At 1700 feet and nearing 2000 feet deep into volcanic debris, workers drilling a deep artesian well for the Central Pacific Railroad uncovered woody material that remains intact and nearly black yet shows no shale or coal measures. The find, likened to timber at Mount Rose’s summit, suggests ancient deposits and long burial, a curious fossil record for archaeologists per the Carson Index.
The note argues Minister Sargent was invited by Bismarck to die with him, implying Prince Bismarck sought to maintain U S German friendship since he became chancellor. It denies a personal dislike by Bismarck toward Sargent and portrays Sargent as fulfilling his duty as official representative in Berlin.
Jefferson Davie of the Solid South defends Mississippi’s resumed grants to the Federal Government, stating he would repeat his actions, that past failures to maintain inherited rights remain, and that pardon has not altered his convictions. The Solid South supports this stance as stated in the address to Mississippians.
An advertisement touts Everybody's Doctor, a 684 page domestic medicine book priced at 5 dollars, bound finely and pages arranged by disease class. It claims simple English prescriptions for ailments from dyspepsia to croup, promises home remedies, mailed free on payment, and cites the paper's editor as a reference.
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