30 May 1896
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1896
Page
1
A compact readable line item about a state journal edition issued weekly. It notes the publication cadence and the newspaper’s name in a terse, period-voiced card style. No additional names or specifics are provided in the fragment.
Kelley and Webster are listed in a brief item with dates obscured by OCR. The readable fragment notes two individuals and a sequence of numbers that might indicate ages, dates, or catalog identifiers but lacks identifiable event or outcome details for a fuller summary.
Reno voters face two school board terms with three candidates for the four year post and two for the two year post. Incumbent like status and public sentiment are noted, while urging adherence to Nevada constitution prohibiting sectarian instruction and use of public funds for religious purposes.
In a heated Senate debate Butler of North Carolina introduces a bill to prohibit interest bearing bonds. Gold senators oppose, silver senators support, with party splits fueling talk of new alignments. Figures like Hill, George, Dubois debate tariff options including wool, tobacco, beer, and silver recognition.
The piece notes pending conventions may realign factions as Cleveland Sherman Hill and Hoar seem poised to back a ticket. It states nothing is certain in politics except staunch Republican opposition to free coinage and a Democrat faction’s stance.
In a staunchly silverist Wyoming convention, Democrats declare that the paramount issue is currency. They demand free and unlimited coinage of silver and gold at sixteen to one, pledging remonetization and urging a single plank approach to secure public confidence.
In Washington it is believed the River and Harbor bill will be vetoed by the President, with the House likely to override. Rep Hepburn of Iowa condemns the measure as rushed and unread, containing seventy five million dollars of appropriations passed without debate. He accuses the Reed-led Congress of false pretenses and cowardice in pressing the bill through.
A Republican member charged the House majority with skipping sections of a bill. He argued that a measure allocating 75 million dollars from the public treasury should be read and discussed in the National Legislature rather than rushed through.
Tornadoes called cyclones devastate the Southwest and Mississippi Valley. Over a hundred killed in Texas, with Indian Territory, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin suffering. The pattern breaks late spring norms as villages burn and farms are laid waste. Scientists urged to study causes and prevention. Farmers face higher risk than wartime combat.
Representative Howard of Alabama introduced a motion to impeach President Cleveland on grounds of bond sales misuse, anti trust nonenforcement, and other alleged misdeeds. The House promptly blocked the hearing and turned to routine business, avoiding debate on the resolution.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething babies claiming relief from pain and diarrhea. It promotes universal use, flavors gently, and lists a 25 cent price with wide drugstore availability. Separate note mentions Judge Linn dismissing a State v McInerney case after DA concluded evidence would not sustain the charge.
Reports from El Paso to Captain Lees mention Blanther's eastward movement after a suspected murder. Recordings include Califo rnia killings, California swindling cases, California political shifts, a deadly prison attack, a drowning in Kansas streets, and historic deaths. Weather disasters sweep Iowa with floods and cyclones.
An alderman from Chicago and a Keokuk minister extol Dr King’s New Discovery as a superior cough and cold remedy after long personal use. The notice celebrates trial at Hodgkinson’s Drug Store. Also included is the North Truckee School May report listing enrolled boys and girls, roll of honor, and teacher J. A. Hypp.
Buehlen's Arnica Salve marketed as the best salve for cuts bruises sores chapped hands chilblains corns and all eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by J. Hodgkinson.
A Salt Lake City murder mirrors the Durrant crime as a woman’s cremation is reported in the Scandinavian Methodist Church basement. Police link Miss Clawson’s disappearance to Rev Francia Hermann, with evidence including a butcher knife, razors, bloodied overalls, a torn jumper, and false teeth found among ashes, while investigators probe the basement for more clues.
More than twenty Reno Wheelmen rode to Virginia Sunday, leaving at 6 A M. They were greeted by a Virginia cycling club delegation at Five Mile House, had breakfast at the French House, then toured the Enterprise office to view machinery assisted typesetting. They returned by 9 P M with minor delays due to a couple of accidents on the way home.
Reports note asbestos towels safe to burn and rewash. Domestic troubles near De Lamar led a man to swallow poison but doctors rescued him. Global gold coin in use totals 3.6 billion dollars with major shares in the US France Germany and England. Muddy country gains prominence as railroad plans take shape with the Robert Logan ranch selling for settlement of a colony. A violent sand storm and gale hit Winnemucca with speeds up to 55 mph and light rain. W.G. Suggs injured in Gold Eagle mine as a hoisting handle slippage caused a severe forehead wound. doctor reports no skull fracture and praises Suggs for his quick action.
The Reno post office announces uncalled letters for the week ending May 26 1896. Gentlemen and ladies lists include names such as Berger Moore Bart Otten Rosenblatt Lynch Stanta Marcelly Whitcker Crook Mitchell Fisher Patterson Grant Mir and others. A moral reminder favors prompt aid and cites Syrup of Figs as a remedy and notes Dr J E Stubbs delivering the Fourth of July oration at Wadsworth.
W G Caffrey and Professor Phillips of the University conducted Roentgen ray experiments in Reno using Caffrey’s apparatus. They photographed everyday items and the researchers’ hands. Dr H H Hogan witnessed and marveled at the results. A suggestion was made to image county officials brains next. Hoodlums in Elko destroyed over 3 000 bricks belonging to Woodruff, with a citizen fund for information.
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