28 May 1887
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1887
Page
1
The Dayton News Reporter defends the Reno Reduction Works, praising its capacity and honest sampling. It addresses accusations of carelessness or dishonesty, asserts fair assay practice, and urges careful ore sorting by miners to improve returns.
The Director of the Mint reports 1886 United States output at gold 35 million dollars and silver 51 million dollars. Silver production totaled 30,445,312 fine ounces, worth about 39.4 million at year average. gold rose by 3.2 million. Colorado leads as top producer, Nevada and New Mexico lower, Texas newly listed with 200,000 dollars in silver. world mine silver supply up over four years.
A veteran editorial argues most graduates lack a chosen vocation, noting only about one third secure professional roles. It praises practical work ethic over mere degrees, asserts education rarely guarantees work, and urges graduates to blend labor with discipline to turn learning into success.
New York May 20. A Brookyln Heights storm signal from editor Bowen of the Independent urges Republicans to back a candidate who can win Tradspenders and Stalwarts. It notes Blaine would suit Mugwump allies and hints Bowen favors Edmunds or Sherman, with Sherman strongest implied.
The Board of Commissioners found the testimony insufficient to substantiate William Thompson's charges against Dr. Bishop. Governor's handwriting confirms the decision. A 355 page testimony record will be published as pamphlet with related documents from 1885. The inquiry drew wide attention as 33 witnesses testified before three respected men.
Treasury whispers place for a new Coast Survey Superintendent as vacancy nears. Leading candidates include Professor Kimball, General Rosecrans, and General Baldy Smith, with scientists favored. Several professors declined the post. Rosecrans may prefer his current role. Subscriptions listed: one year, six months, delivered by currier in Reno at 60 cents monthly. mail forwarding not included.
Farmers commonly believe potatoes enlarge after tops die. E Goff of the New York Experiment Station notes that merchantable tubers show little growth, but the smallest tubers can still enlarge until vines die. Some unripe tubers may improve for cooking if left until all tops are dead.
The article notes that butter isn’t the only victim of aleomargarine production. Combined with skim milk and cottonseed oil, it fueled a season of bogus cheese from the West, harming national trade as exports fell from 14 million to 6 million pounds between 1881 and 1886.
Samuel Pasco, about 50, elected U S Senator from Florida as a compromise in the long legislative fight. Speaker of the Florida House, former president of the State Constitutional Convention, he lives in Monticello and is in moderate circumstances.
Leading fruit traders reported large apricot and peach crops and white cherries lighter than usual. Plums and prunes will be no more than a quarter of last year’s volume. Walnut and almond bids won’t be large, while grapes are about one third short. An advance of 100 percent occurred in the last fortnight.
Secretary Fairchild said on Friday he had not issued orders for substituting paper currency for gold coin as the medium of exchange in the Pacific Coast States. He had been urged to test the plan after July 1 next, but had not yet had time to consider it fully.
Secretary Fairchild issues a call for all outstanding six per cent bonds totaling about 17 million dollars set to mature July 1. Circulars redeeming uncalled three per cent loan bonds are recalled and no further redemptions will occur before maturity. Mrs. Ulysses Grant, widow of the General, recovers slowly from a weeklong diphtheria illness. All her grandchildren were moved from New York homes after the illness was confirmed.
Jay Gould weighs the Interstate Commerce Act noting substantial merit with some flaws. He has not requested changes from the Commission and would prefer to withhold a firm view for a year or two before forming a definite opinion.
The San Francisco Chronicle inaugurates a coast wide service delivering portions of the sixteen page Sunday Chronicle to twenty towns before other papers. The train reaches Santa Cruz by 7 45 a m daily, delivering news with breakfast in hand to about 75 000 residents along the route as Chronicle staff throw the papers at stations. Authorities predict other papers will soon mimic the electric dynamo pace.
The President with Mrs. Cleveland, Mrs. Folsom, Col, and Mrs. Lasont will depart Washington for Saranac Lake New York next Thursday for a fishing trip.
Reports indicate Mr. Parnell’s health is not improving and remains very serious, distressing the nation as the trend of Ireland’s leadership endures a fragile condition.
The discussion on the Pacific Railroad investigation is described as humorous and unimpressive, with a lack of knowledge or clear information evident among those involved. It portrays a scene of confusion and inaction.
A government action removes the Internal Revenue Service collector, while observers note other concessions may follow if further requests are granted. Officials have not disclosed specifics, but the move signals intensified pressure in ongoing negotiations.
Mrs Cleveland challenges a possession claim amid a courthouse dispute. The suit centers on a decorative finger ring and a wedding ring styling issue. Her objections focus on social propriety and property interpretation during the hearing.
Washington May 21 Congressman Owen after several days in the capital departed for Indiana. He commented on the 1888 Republican chances saying Indiana will be sold for Harrison in the convention. Mugwumps oppose Blaine and may threaten New York and Massachusetts. Greenback Republicans oppose Sherman. He predicts a 15000 majority for Harrison if he leads the ticket.
Curiaco May 21 Washington report says a notable hint was dropped by President Cleveland at his reception. A Georgia politician’s wife and a Southern editor’s sister lingered after the crowd and spoke to him in earnest praise. He paused to answer, then suggested he may not seek a second term, fueling health speculation as reports say he plans Adirondacks recuperation and fishing next week.
Spectators exultantly wager two to one that Con Cal and Va shares will rise to sixty before dropping to fifteen. They base their belief on the expected larger ore exposure in the mine by July 1, compared with last December when the stock sold for fifty five.
The editor of the New York Commercial Bulletin argues against a Saturday half holiday at the Stock Exchange. He warns that if other cities trade until 3 pm amid world events, the Philadelphia market could gain a huge advantage or suffer sudden fluctuations. The piece notes Gotham brokers may have to forego business or rely on outside markets.
Reno appears as a networked city with telegraph, telephone, and electric lines stretched across its streets, illustrating a bustling modern infrastructure shaping urban life.
May 21 report from Paris notes General Boulanger dominates Cabinet talk. Observers weigh whether he will keep the War Ministry amid debates on forming a new government. Clemenceau’s influence and De Freycinet’s stance shape the potential reshuffle as Boulanger’s popularity rises.
The Times St Louis special notes the May 2 wheelman parade as the largest and finest yet, featuring riders on one to eighteen wheelers including a six hand cycle. Tom Stephens, first to wheel around the world, rode with the Massachusetts division while groups from New York through Wisconsin and 600 men participated under local wheelmen chiefs.
The Lyon County Times argues Southern Nevada ranks among the world’s leading mining regions once rail lines and roads are built. It notes White Pine Nye Lincoln and Esmeralda counties hold rich lands, currently hard to access due to high costs. Prospects hinge on transport improvements and capital investment to unlock mineral and agricultural potential.
A rail and capital relocation plan advocates Battle Mountain Nevada as central for a future state capital. Proponents urge artesian waters and a new route from Boise City to Portland, linking Nevada Central and Carson & Colorado lines to boost mining, industry, and settlement across Central and Northeastern Nevada.
The Chico daily notes a movement to secure a narrow gauge line from Colusa to Chico. It may connect with San Francisco traffic and extend to Big Meadows and Susanville, then to Eastern Oregon and Idaho. The paper promises a more definite update soon and hopes construction will not be delayed.
Albert Lackey has been elected Superintendent of the Overman mine at Gold Hill to fill the vacancy caused by Charles Foreman’s resignation. Lackey has served as foreman for several years, making him well equipped for the role.
In New Orleans the famed tiger of Gonzalo Brothers draws flatboatmen and gamblers. Bow ers, a gaunt river man, challenges Gonzalo at old sledge and makes a rapid fortune, winning 1800, then 2600 and finally 4000 in gold by 4 pm. The crowd cheers as the saloon note warns Gonzalo about the silver buttons.
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