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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1884
Page
2
The Nevada State Journal rebukes outsiders who misrepresent state affairs. It argues Nevada remains financially sound with expenses around 250000 yearly and potential savings to 200000. It notes wealth from mining and livestock, expansion in land under cultivation, and growing stock of new mines despite downturns.
Republicans of Washoe county are urged to unite behind their ticket. The Democrats cannot win the county and aim to sway Republicans by deceit and disaffection. The editors praise the Republican candidates and urge voters to compare tickets and support the stronger slate.
The Storey Democrats repudiated the Austin convention stance and urged legislative action to amend the Constitution. They favor changes reducing state and county offices and oppose pushing for a convention. Voters should understand amendments can be voted on separately through the Legislature.
The Jovenal states that if Tom Hymers is elected Commissioner he will keep the Central Pacific assessment at sixteen thousand dollars per mile. He notes that some opponents are spreading lies about him on this issue.
A Reno newspaper note reports the Nevada State Asylum narrowing its Saturday night guest policy. Outsiders will be invited only by restriction, aiming to protect patients and curb mixing with unaffiliated individuals. The San Francisco Chronicle quotes improvement while urging further limits on outside attendance.
Simeon Talbot declares Maria Halpin is his sister in law and asserts Grover Cleveland paid 500 dollars for Maria Halpin amid looming legal actions. He says Cleveland sought public statements denying other alleged relations and that Cleveland now has possession of the child.
Tammany Hall announced a full slate Monday with Hugh J. Grant as Mayor candidate and P Henry Dagro for Controller. Ex-Senator George H. Foster would head the District Attorney race aided by John Cochrane for President Board of Aldermen and Dr M J B Mesmer as Coroner. Court of Common Pleas judges include Richard L. Larimore Joseph F. Daly and Hugh L. Cole. John Kelly praised the Chicago nomination but pledged support for Cleveland and Hendricks with unity intact.
Henry L Fish Republican nominee is endorsed as best fit to represent Washoe County in the State Senate. He has held county offices, earned a No. 1 legislative record, supported the Melarkey railroad bill, opposed the Central Pacific Railroad, backed interstate commerce action, and proposed cutting county expenses by five thousand dollars yearly. Purcell reverses view, fully endorsing Cleveland and Hendricks.
The Republicans nominate H. L. Fish in Washoe Evan Williams in Ormsby Dr Hazlett in Lyon and Thos Robinson in White Pine The Storey choice is Major Boyle The Democrats struggle to name men equal to the Republican slate.
Victory in October in Ohio gives Republicans decisive lead toward making the president. The sentiment favors redemption of the state from the Democracy in the upcoming election, with larger figures seen as beneficial for the party and the country.
The piece portrays Cleveland as a reformer in name only, noting few tangible improvements for workers. It argues most bills aiding the poor were vetoed by a persistent monopolist ally. It also signals a lukewarm reception to Mr. St. John’s candidacy.
The Esmersida Republican County Convention met in CaxpeLazta and nominated a strong ticket for Assembly and county offices. Horace Marden, A G McAfee, E B Cush man, Frank Rice, Jerry Quinn, George J Garrison, J B Hiskey, P M Bowler, Ira P Hale, J W Hogan, and J I Wilson won key nominations. The platform endorses the national party, retrenchment, and reform, pledging support for Blaine and Logan and urging tax relief and economic growth. Delegates praised remonetization of silver and Chinese Restriction Act, with Woodburn and Hawley addressing the crowd in Candelaria Hall.
Belva Lockwood of the Equal Rights party writes to Cleveland proposing a meeting of presidential candidates at a central location early next month. She urges each candidate to sign an agreement to curb scandalous articles and end partisan political warfare.
A contract has been let for building a telegraph line to Paradise village forty two miles from Winnemucca. The material from the old Pacific telegraph line between Winnemucca and Idaho, abandoned since the Oregon short line was built through Idaho, will be used on the new line.
The Gazette contrasts party candidates noting the Republican slate for Washoe County is best suited for local affairs. It claims Democratic choices fit only certain business roles and asserts the Republican men are well qualified, trusted in private and public life, and will perform well in office.
The prospectus notes Paradise Valley Mining Company has paid out 75150.96 since resuming mining and 13955.61 for ore transport to the mill. An accompanying urging in the Humboldt county Silver State promotes free coinage of silver and advocates voting for J. P. Jones.
Washington reports a strong belief that New Jersey will award its nine electoral votes to Blaine and Logan. The Democratic party is seen as lifeless in the state, with tariff opposition shaping the Republican campaign. Irish defections and anti Cleveland sentiment bolster Blaine and Logan's bid, with Republicans claiming a likely 6,000 to 10,000 majority.
The Republican platform praises Senator John P. Jones as the Pacific Coast’s ablest ally and Nevada advocate for vital measures. It thanks him for his work on Remonetization of Silver and the Chinese Restriction Act and pledges the party’s endorsement of his re election. The Virginia Chronicle notes Jones deserves credit for restoring silver to its money metal status.
The Bond of Examiners reports $160.12 in coin in the State Treasury and $727,000 in school bonds. Of these bonds $147,000 are State bonds, including the amount still owed for an Asylum account. December settlement will bring nearly $200,030 to the Treasury and about that sum on hand when the Legislature meets. The state is financially stronger than all but Illinois in the Union.
The States of Vermont and Iowa have been under Republican rule for twenty eight years. Neither state bears public debt and citizens are thrifty and enterprising. Schools and churches are everywhere in the mountains and valleys, and prosperity and happiness reign in these states as in few places. The answer to the call to turn the rascals out is plain.
It is reported Levi P. Morton, U S Minister to France, will take the Treasury post with Gresham filling the Supreme Bench vacancy created by Drummond resigning. If Blaine is elected Morton would remain in the Cabinet.
Edwin Drigg conducts a comprehensive canvass of Reno and surrounding Truckee basin towns including Verdi Boca Truckee and Lake Tahoe for a resident and business directory detailing principal points and locales.
Eureka leader John W. Mackay has written a personal check for 25000 to the National Republican Committee to cover campaign costs and says he will double the amount if needed.
A verse fragment questions urging endurance against erotic temptations. Repeated lines claim, maybe you do but I doubt it, paired with images of lips, hands, waists, and captured hearts. The speaker warns against yielding to flirtations while probing moral resolve.
The Northern Belle property expires its time of redemption and passes to Holmes company, the region’s largest miner. Fifty workers are planned within two weeks, with mill overhauls at Belleville and a rebuilt upper mill smokestack. Merchants greet brighter prospect, but a local rush is discouraged.
Belmont Courier reports Hon George W Cassidy spoke to Tybo and Belmont audiences on political issues of the day. He defended his record on silver and anti Chinese measures, praised Governor Cleveland, and urged tariff reform favoring the poor while criticizing both parties on the tariff. Cassidy vowed to serve all Nevadans and thanked Judge Turin. meetings adjourned amid applause.
The Austin Reveille reports Congressman Cassidy addressing Austin voters on political issues of the day. The event at the Court House featured brass band music and bonfires, with Cassidy criticizing Republicans and praising Democrats, detailing his Nevada and California projects and pending speeches in Wells, Tuscarora, and Elko.
Republicans should bear in mind that the State Senators to be elected this Fall vote for two United States Senators, one to succeed Jones and one to succeed Fair.
Southern papers and politicians show greater interest in the tariff question than anywhere in the North, reflecting regional concern and ongoing debate.
The Lyon county Republican convention endorses National and State Republican platforms, Blaine for president, a protective tariff, and J P Jones’s Senate record on silver. It calls for budget discipline, constitutional remodeling to limit Legislature to forty days, and cautious use of state funds. It also opposes changing Lyon County boundaries and urges officials to cut costs while encouraging investment.
The dome of the United States Capitol stands fifth tallest among domes on large buildings and fourth in diameter, according to the latest measurements.
A compact 19th century summary lists numbers and details about the Capitol, Washington life, and national statistics. It cites distances, costs, weights, and counts for structures, statues, rooms, and personnel, highlighting public works and government facts surrounding the Capitol and federal capital.
Mrs. King from England promotes Rational Dress Association ideas in Canada and the United States. She advocates loose vests and basques with a short flowing skirt and trousers, opposing petticoats. Her movement plans a San Francisco exhibit this Fall after a London display, aiming to win over both women and men to the divided skirts concept.
In Buffalo Ben Butler drew a lackluster welcome as he was interrupted by cheers for Blaine, signaling divided public support during the event.
Incomplete OCR fragment notes taxable property in the United States and mentions a substantial amount, while a portion refers to exemptions from taxation by the Government and several States. The legible items suggest a discussion of property values and tax status pending fuller context.
A brief fragment notes a wife named Tomamichel associated with Thos Tomamichel, hinting at a domestic or personal matter. Readable but incomplete, it preserves names while leaving full context unclear.
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