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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1884
Page
1
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James G. Blaine of Maine campaigns as a candidate for vice president. The article notes his national profile and momentum as he seeks the running mate role in the party.
The document lists forthcoming Nevada legislators by district for both Senate and Assembly. Senators include Storey J M Taylor D B Lyman E D Boyle Washoe P N Marker H L Fish Ormsby H G Parker E Williams Lyon W J Westerfield Douglas d F Dangberg Esmeralda J B Gallagher Churchill Chas Kaiser Humboldt S B P Pierce Elko J H Dennis J W Powell Eureka M D Foley Dr G H Thoma Nye A Maute Lander John Smyth White Pine Robert Briggs Lincoln J Ponjade. Assembly members cover Storey Bernard Armbrust John Young Charles Harper J P Framingham J D Reese George L Hawkes John L Hanna William McMillan N G Andrews James Langan Washoe T F Laycock D Allen E Griswold Ormsby G N Folsom A Helm Geo A Tyrrell Eureke Jeck Godfrey J L Smith C M Fassett Esmeralda A G McAfee H Marden Lyon J O Birmingham G I Leavitt Douglas A S Williams Laonder J R Williamson E T George L W Getchell Churchill J W Ferguson Humboldt G F Tarrt tin F B S Archer Andrew Westfall Elko R P Hamill W J Hanks J A Palmer White Pine William Hayes A T Stearn Lincoln C F Meyers Hey Lee Nye
The Nevada Republicans push for a lean 45 member legislature, office consolidations, and constitutional reforms to trim state expenses by 30 000 to 40 000 dollars annually. They note Union Pacific earnings fell nine months to 18 370 000 with a 2 449 235 drop from last year and list new composition of the legislature with 40 Republicans and 3 Senators among newcomers.
Washington observers debate effects of Cleveland's likely election on real estate and federal payrolls. Many workers live in rented housing. only about 1 in 14,600 own homes. Most who own property are high officials awaiting potential resignations. Supporters expect limited clerical changes and a reformist, prudent approach. Leaders from Democratic ranks anticipate few changes, with some spoils-seekers pushing for turnover.
In Savannah Georgia November 7 crowds gathered as if a holiday. Stores closed and discussions centered on Cleveland's election. Richmond Virginia also celebrated with heavy enthusiasm and gun salutes. Louisville Kentucky decorates its streets and holds a mass ratification meeting for the Democratic victory and reform.
C H Stoddard the assessor elect and Dr Lewis winner for county superintendent demand certificates from the board. The board refuses. They threaten mandamus to test the constitutional change abolishing the superintendent post and making the treasurer assessor. A decision is expected before January as the Illinois Legislature is said to be at a tie.
In San Francisco crowds mob Chronicle, Examiner, Alta and Call offices as Eastern returns favor Cleveland or Blaine. The Call’s nonpartisan bulletin draws the largest turnout. Dr C C O'Donnell wins Coroner by a landslide. The city erupts in horns, roosters, and changing hats as results shift through Friday.
Reporter notes a calm election day with far less crowd and excitement than Reno during presidential races. The piece offers brief incidents from polling places, suggesting many readers may never have witnessed a political contest in a major city.
The Tribune editorializes that only the official count can determine New York’s result. It urges patience for a fair, legally sound tally and predicts Cleveland will lose New York after the canvass on the 19th. It criticizes Jay Gould and Vanderbilt, arguing their opinions carry no weight in actual returns.
The Stalwarts debate reveals shifting political loyalties as Cleveland gains in key locales. Oneida County flips from Garfield to Cleveland with 1,946 to 19. Niagara County, Garfield’s 1880 plurality of 541 becomes Cleveland’s 319 this year. Brooklyn Independents swing Second Ward from a 500 Republican majority to Cleveland 498, a Beecher stronghold.
New York Sun and Star debate the impact of Dr Samuel D Burchards remarks on Blaine Cleveland voting shifts. They argue the term Romanism decided voters and dispute Beecher's alleged role in steering Irish support away from the Republicans.
New York vote figures show Cleveland 559,886 and Blaine 558,426 with a 1,460 edge for Cleveland after district corrections. Eighteen districts remain unreported or disputed, including Essex Madison Saratoga Sullivan and Ulster, which previously favored Garfield. No more bulletins until final results arrive.
The President intends to appoint Governor Schuyler Crosby of Montana as First Assistant Postmaster General. The Democrats win one Assembly seat in western counties, held by J. O. Birmingham of Lyon.
The Republican National Committee declares New York carried and Blaine Logan with 218 electoral votes. They pledge to correct any errors or frauds in state returns and await official declaration, urging a fair count and purity in election to safeguard republican institutions.
Governor Grover Cleveland proclaims Thursday November 27, 1884 as a day of thanksgiving and praise for the people of New York. Residents are urged to forego business and attend worship, remembering God’s blessings and the commonwealth’s prosperity. Signed at Albany November 8, 1884 with Danen Lamont as private secretary.
The next presidential term will see two Major Generals and six Brigadier Generals appointed. Major Generals Pope and Hancock retire in 1886 and 1888 respectively, with Brigadier General Augur retiring in July and a new Brigadier General to be chosen after President and War Department input. April 1886 brings Inspector Sackett’s retirement, followed by Gen Newton in July and Surgeon General Murray in August.
The New York Sun says Gould’s praise of Cleveland shows quiet political alignment among railroad leaders. Behind the scenes, Times and Herald fret over a supposed plan to count Cleveland out, while manipulators of railroads have long preferred Cleveland for being easier to control.
The Eureka Sentinel reports a private dispatch stating about 3,000 Democrats lined up Saturday night in Virginia to celebrate President Cleveland’s election. It questions where they were on election day, suggesting many remained in the woods.
The Sheridan annual report covers his 1883 1881 command period noting peace under US troops, calls for continued western military presence, better ammunition and rifle practice, and high sharp shooter standards. It endorses national guard support, seacoast fortifications, and warns of explosive threats to seaports while advocating Fort Riley as a premier cavalry establishment.
The piece questions the Democratic leaders and President Cleveland, arguing popular belief in his civil service reform virtue will shape his legacy. It warns that yielding to spoils demands could unite public opinion against him and his party, potentially undermining the Democrats as the era’s pressures mount.
The dispatch lauds Nevada for securing favorable national ticket results without fuss and notes the absence of disorder. It highlights careful political work, rejection of a constitutional convention, and the press maintaining decorum amid campaign distractions.
The National Republican Committee reports Blaine and Logan win in Northern states with 225 electoral votes. It notes Connecticut and New Jersey lost, Virginia possibly for the Republicans, while New York precinct results show Cleve land trailing modestly and Garfield ahead in others. It urges strict ballot protection and vows to expose any cheating. Signed by B F Jones Chairman and Samven Fessenpen Secretary.
The New York Herald criticizes Congress for seven months of inaction on vital bills. It cites the need for bankruptcy reform, presidential succession, electoral count measures, anti polygamy laws, postal telegraph service, interstate commerce rules, pension and land grant actions, copyright reforms, and international court and sea signals. It notes the Senate approved some measures, but the House shelved them.
The Journal cites praise from its evening coter for Tom Hymers, a jovial former County Commissioner. It extols C A Lee and S C Fogas as capable allies, lauding Lee as a county-rooted, prudent candidate. The piece argues Republicans should support Lee to ensure faithful administration and notes Senate approval limits on federal aims.
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