04 Oct 1884
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1884
Page
1
The issue notes campaign chatter in Reno including Blaine and Logan in the national race, Butler and Mulligan letters, and local reactions. It mentions the Jewish Yom Kippur observance, fire department activity, and political talk about Powning and Gresham. Also cites a New York Sun piece about Frelinghuysen's family and possible presidential marriage rumors.
A New York dispatch reports Cleveland’s tariff stance aligning with Morrison Hurd Carlisle and Watterson, costing him Democratic support. It notes fourteen Erie Canal counties will not back him except Albany, while Buffalo hosts a large Blaine reception with a mixed crowd. The Central Club leads, 600 strong, and Irish and German wards mobilize in support.
Political debate sustains republics by preventing indifference and guiding public policy. History shows Lincoln Douglas and other duels of ideas educated citizens, while new generations require fresh discussion of constitutional meaning and enduring prosperity. Industry, temperance, thrift, and uprightness underpin security and happiness.
John Kelly derails Tammany plans in Cleveland, New York, as three Democratic factions clash over mayoral nominations. Irving Hall and County Democracy oppose Tammany's bid, while O'Brien independents loom, and Republicans weigh Roosevelt as a third contender in a three cornered race.
The New York Sun lauds Blaine as a man of interesting mind and public appeal. It notes his triumphal progress across the country, drawing attention and hearty welcome from workers, tradesmen, and farmers alike.
A Bridgeport child eight years old expelled a decayed tooth hanging by skin. When a new tooth appeared the mother noted more, and a physician removed twenty four more teeth, totaling forty two. Doctors note rare multiple tooth growths. Gen Kittrell endorses Buffalo bull. a Japan coin variety uses 1000 pisces to a dollar called cash.
Democrats in Washington shift on the Ohio and West Virginia prospects as Blaine plans a West trip. Maine’s decisive GOP win dampens hope for Democratic gains, and Blaine’s visit is cited as decisive, with Philadelphia receptions fueling optimism for a larger Republican margin in Ohio next month.
Blaine outlined four Republican doctrines at Rochester: peace with the world, broad commercial expansion, support for every form of American industry, and protection for all citizens at home or abroad. He asserted the party would govern under these principles and leave judgment to the American people, promising conquest or defeat by them.
Theodore D. Woolsey, former Yale president, writes that Blaine cannot be proven dishonest and should be supported. He weighs character of the candidates, the parties, and their constitutional interpretation, criticizing Cleveland as a small man unable to act independently.
Logan in Logan, West Virginia, with 25 000 at the fair grounds and 50 000 strangers in the city for a major gathering. General Logan spoke on finance and tariff with ex Senator Powell Clayton and General Goff. An evening address by W D Kelley covered protection of American industries. Logan departs for Cleveland to meet Blaine.
In Crevenano Ohio on September 25, 335 local business men issued an address urging Cleveland and Cuyahoga county to organize against free trade. They warn Democratic power would abandon protection for American labor, while continued Republican rise would benefit American producers and national prosperity. An informal meeting produced an executive committee to organize a general gathering.
The Deming Tribune reports that the United Verde Copper Company, once seen as promising, has collapsed leaving Governor Tritle in debt or financially hurt by about $100,000. The piece notes uncertainty and suggests the governor may have had poor partners.
In New York on September 27 ex-Sheriff Desmond of San Francisco recounts a hotel thief arrest after a struggle to prevent theft. The thief, a habitual offender, faces trial and possible ten-year Sing Sing sentence. Desmond notes Irish voters in the East leaning to Blaine, predicting California as Republican.
A playful verse recalls a figure entering the home at dawn. The intruder, described as somebody, roams the house leaving chaos and mud on the nursery floor. The child peers through tangled hair and declares Somebody’s me, yet the mischief continues without care.
The piece argues for electing sound Democratic leaders with integrity and legal skill. It reviews Gov. Cleveland’s veto of a local rail fare regulation, suggesting it harms his standing and could affect New York politics, while urging genuine democracy and reform to advance the party’s cause.
Genealogical notes outline Blayne or Blaine origins in Hereford and Rednor areas, tracing to Howell Blayney and Cadwgan lineage, with heraldic arms described as boars heads and lions. It cites Roman, Welsh royal tribe connections and claims James G. Blaine descended from English heralds, referencing Queen Victoria era authority.
In the United States Circuit Court last Saturday Judge Field signaled a likely citizen ruling while Judge Sawyer reserved to determine noncitizen status for potential Supreme Court review. The London tea, coffee, pepper, and tapioca prices rose amid the Chinese war’s effects.
A brief roundup notes Austria plans a naval excursion by four to five war vessels to promote Austrian commerce. It also highlights France's telegraph growth, Garfield biography sales, cotton crop declines, Scotland’s fishery value, and a speculative plan for a Jordan canal altering regional water bodies.
Analysis of Republican and Democratic tariff planks since 1860 shows Republicans consistently naming laborers for protection while Democrats offer four planks with no laborer reference. The excerpt cites six decades of platform language, listing duties to secure wages and protect labor for the nation.
Lige Richardson a bachelor farmer from Surprise Valley who sold out to Ward Brothers and netted about 26000 dollars in coin left yesterday on a visit to Maine. He is noted for his successful sale and travels following the transaction.
A historical note states that of the 336 Electoral College votes in 1876, 234 or more than two thirds could have been influenced by voters who were unable to read the ballot they cast.
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