WEEFELY Evades State Journal in Saturday Issue
The notice lists WEEFELY as publisher and proprietor with a Saturday morning publication schedule. No further details or context are provided in the readable text.
19 May 1883
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1883
Page
1
The notice lists WEEFELY as publisher and proprietor with a Saturday morning publication schedule. No further details or context are provided in the readable text.
A San Francisco Bulletin synopsis outlines two years of bonded debt changes in the United States. It notes large shifts from 6 percent and 5 percent bonds to 3 percent bonds by 1882, with over half of debt now at 4 percent or less and a current average rate near 3.4 percent. Cash in treasury rose from about 233.7 million to 319.2 million, with 135.3 million available for debt cancellation.
The New York Sun rethinks Republican and Democratic prospects after Congress, discarding Grant Blaine Conkling and Sherman, elevating Edmunds only to deem him ineffective, and proposing Ingalls with tariff caveats. On the Democratic side, Tilden is dismissed for vigor, while Thurman Hendricks McDonald Palmer Bayard and Davis are weighed as potential presidents with mixed feasibility.
Editors support abolishing the uniform at the Orphan's Home and sending children to Carson public schools. They argue the move provides a better education, gives orphans equal chances, and saves about 1000 dollars yearly in salary and board. Carson School Trustees reportedly favor the plan and urge immediate action.
Charles Lyman the Treasury department chief clerk was selected as chief examiner of the Civil Service Commission replacing Keim at the request of the Commissioners. The appointment reportedly came at President Arthur's direct suggestion as the Commission sought relief from criticism in the heim matter. only Eston knew Lyman among the members.
A long lived Australian woman born soon after the establishment of New South Wales died January 30 in her ninety fifth year. The piece notes Australia’s white population rising from about 1,000 to 3,000,000 since colonization. It also mentions the Manhattan mill at Austin ending its last run, ore tonnage and value, and brief political notes on Indiana, New Hampshire, and Senator Rollins.
A sweeping meditation on modern progress and its discontents. The essay contrasts faster travel, cheaper books, and mass media with rising inequality, monopoly wealth, and the alienation of workers in industrialized society. It argues that liberal education and empires of capital fuel both enlightenment and social tension, urging a return to human equality under modern conditions.
The text argues that Tilden could be voted for posthumously by many Democrats, but cannot win while living due to Field family and boss Kelly preventing New York support. It questions whether any Democratic candidate can carry New York, casting doubt on Democratic success in 1884.
The New York Times editorially reviews the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad history, noting California’s railway monopoly stance and an agreement delaying any coast extension for twenty years. It argues the Pacific slope monopoly remains intact while new Western growth will challenge entrenched owners in time.
The source reports Democrats may back ex Senator McDonald of Indiana for president and outlines a potential cabinet including Hendricks Rosecrans Gordon Valls Eaton Breckenridge with a question if Harrison could replace Rosecrans. It notes speculation precedes actual nomination and cautions against premature certainty.
The California Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows elected W. W. Morrow as Grand Master and E. P. Smith as Deputy Grand Master with other officers including B. Lyon John Hangon and J. Hanson. Also listed are Grand Warden Nathaniel Cook of 52 Grand Secretary W. B. Lyon of 7 and Grand Trustees H. J. Tilden W. E. Lutz and W. H. Barnes with various addresses. The report covers immigration to Oregon, canal plans, and a push for a new post office money order rollout starting July 1.
An advertisement from the World's Dispensary Medical Association of Buffalo New York brands youthful follies as causes of nervous debility memory loss and despondency. It offers a large illustrated treatise for three letter postage plus promises unfailing means of complete care.
The Walker Lake Bulletin salutes Hon. Thos. H. Wells of Esmeralda, praising his county wide representation, efficiency in the Assembly, and ongoing service for state and county interests. It notes Aurora residents unjustly attack him over county seat removal, yet credits Wells for diligent work and leadership despite opposition.
Eureka Leader urges Nevada to prepare an exhibit for the Denver Mining and Industrial Exposition this summer. It criticizes past delays by ex Governor Kinkead and slow action by officials, noting neighboring states have already appointed commissioners and secured space. The editorial calls on the Governor to appoint a commissioner, proclaim a statewide push, and seek free rail transport to ensure Nevada’s participation reflects the Silver State’s resources.
The Carson Appeal notes the scarlet fever threat eased after winter alarms and a city manifesto. It defends the board's actions as needed to alert residents while lamenting exaggerated coastwise reports that harmed the city.
A Carson lawyer commented on the Nevada and Oregon Railroad cases, saying the projectors violated every commandment except adultery. The Gazette notes the remark and asks whether a careful stockholder diagnosis has been completed.
The article enumerates wedding anniversary names from first to diamond, noting straw candy leather wooden tin linen crystal and beyond. It presents a historical naming pattern where each year marks a distinct material or theme, culminating in the milestone diamond anniversary.
Eureka dispatch reports Tom Fitch will soon reach Reno to practice law, but speculation notes his aim is to establish a Nevada residence and possibly seek a U S Senate seat from this state.
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