19 Oct 1895
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1895
Page
1
The fragment notes the Nevada State Journal being published daily and weekly by an unspecified entity. It provides limited readable facts, offering no clear date, place, or named organization beyond the newspaper title.
Fragmentary items from Kelley and Webster outline a feud labeled Gluichivtion with scattered references to late tea duties, daily papers, and weekly publications. The readable fragments hint at a local dispute or rivalry but lack clear dates, places, or participants.
The article reports on Prophet Wander and followers declaring a new epoch in the Garin and predicting world events. Thousands attend meetings outside the Church of the Saint of God amid debates over prophecy and whether believers are lunatics or true seers.
A fragmented meditation on self government and the danger of moneyed influence. The text contrasts rule by the people with capital’s power over the state, warning of stagnation poverty and feudal conditions if democracy is undermined by commerce and wealth. It asserts the ideal of government for the people, by the people, through civic virtue.
A fragmented report discusses cheaper wool in the United States versus England, with western Montana and Utah producers shipping to Europe. It notes demand for Western wools, questions why Europe is favored, and mentions a forthcoming court statement and voter roll figures.
Utah politics heated as Mormon church leaders reportedly condemn candidates tied to party nominations without church consultation. Observers warn statehood momentum hinges on whether church influence can be restrained, with liberals and republicans expressing concern over church meddling in elections and the effect on Utah’s constitutional path.
The Massachusetts Reform Club in Boston gave an ovation to Secretary Carlisle with Club President Hale stating Democrats and Republicans align with the national administration. Carlisle praised Boston bankers for four million gold deposits, urged lawmakers to set party aside for public credit, and said support for free coinage has waned while the current administration’s financial policy remains steady.
The Reform Club members led by their President declare no politics beyond maintaining the gold standard. Mr Carlisle compliments them for setting aside party feeling to back the Administration when public credit is threatened. In Boston gold standard supporters are likened to Rothschilds and accused of profiting from it.
The Corbett-Fitzsimmons contest faces support in Hot Springs with Governor Clarke’s stance mixed. Officials note Arkansas lacked a clear prize fighting law, while riots and unlawful assembly statutes could justify action. Bids and local sentiment point to October 1st with about 40,000 attendees and many wealthy visitors expected.
Senator Blackburn in Washington asserts Kentucky’s election outcome is settled with Hardin likely to win governor. Carlisle avoids Kentucky as a cabinet member, criticizing local coverage. Republicans and Democrats clash over coinage policies while third party dynamics surface. Railroads boost activity with large orders, signaling revival. In California, Governor Militaro at Shasta Springs remains in critical condition, move to southern California possible.
An old advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a tonic for the elderly to aid digestion and strengthen the stomach and bowels. It claims no alcohol or toxicants, modest price, and availability at Hodgkinson's Drug Store. Also notes Elite Saloon changes under new ownership with emphasis on drinks, wine, and cigars at Virginia Street and Commercial Row.
The United States Court of Appeals ruled for Mrs. Stanford on an appeal from Judge Ross’s demurrer in the estate dispute over a Central Pacific bonus. If liability exists it is statutory. no equity relief possible. Government may appeal to the US Supreme Court. At Stanford, October 11, students greeted the decision with wild enthusiasm, dormitory celebrations, and a campus parade planned for the evening. Attorney General Horton has named several lung-related suits in recent weeks.
An old advertisement proclaims Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething babies cures diarrhea regulates stomach and gives tone. It claims universal use by mothers, pleasant taste, and price twenty five cents a bottle sold by druggists worldwide. Also notes John Piper arriving from Virginia and departing to San Francisco for health reasons.
Letters question American rights under international law regarding expressing sympathy for Cuba. General Harmon states organizing a U S military force aiding Cuba’s insurrection would violate laws. Mayor Sutro appeals Grand Jury over Board of Health authority after Quarantine Officer Chalmers ignored quarantine for Australia.
Executors of the Wilmerding estate seek to test the constitutionality of the inheritance tax claiming the under $50 exemption breaches uniform state law. Judge Coffee upheld the act and the case proceeds to the Supreme Court. Wilmerding left a $2,009,000 estate. if constitutional, the Stanford estate would face about $200,000 in tax.
Reports from Statux Washington October 14 describe a violent arrest attempt at Daniel McNamara's saloon. Officer John Corbett lies near death at Providence Hospital with fourteen knife wounds while John Connor dies from a self-inflicted bullet wound after stabbing the officer and grazing the sailor, with Bouser and McNamara held as witnesses and a bullet wound noted in McNamara's arm. The Durants trial scene in San Francisco also appears with ongoing jury business and references to Mrs. Ballington Booth event fallout.
Governor Clarke declares no prize fights acceptable in Hot Springs and warns he will use force or resign to stop the fights if needed. Separate item notes Williamson and Hayes county tax collectors failing to secure a prize fight license due to a new law making prize fighting a felony. California Miners hold Fourth Annual Convention with 400 attendees, welcome from San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, credentials committee named.
Private advices from Guaymas dated October 15 report the Mexican schooner Cometa wrecked at Altamura fifteen miles from Altata. The captain drowned, crew saved. Steamer Disgo repairs at La Paz after losing cudder and stern post on Altata bar. Sixteen Mexican coasting weasels and schooner Czar ashore. La Paz storms destroy 184 houses. five lives lost. Also Durrant juror Smythe accused of assault on a boy. potential trial delay.
The piece reviews Dr. R V Pierce claims to cure consumption with Golden Medical Discovery and urges readers to obtain a free book and a 160 page volume on respiratory diseases from the World’s Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo NY. It notes early symptoms of consumption and urges early use to avoid advanced stages. It criticizes cod liver oil and other remedies as ineffective.
Do not worry about sending items to Weinstock Lubin Co in Sacramento for your needs. Goods not as ordered are returnable at their expense, which explains their emphasis on accuracy the first time.
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