01 Sep 1877
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1877
Page
1
The article weighs a proposed workingmen’s party unit in Enat, noting its name signals aims and warning it may fail if too sectarian. It argues unity with existing parties, endorsing honest candidates, and cautions workers to remain with current parties and participate in primaries rather than split.
A stalled state debate over perceived corruption gives way to a practical shift as railroad superintendents agree to route all Chicago lines via Plattsmouth on the Burlington route to Nebraska. Plans to repair the bridge and reroute traffic foresee fast commercial movement within two months if the work progresses.
Brigham Young dies after a long illness at Salt Lake City. Born in Vermont, he joined the Mormon faith, led the church through migration from Ohio to Utah, governed the territory, faced federal resistance, and oversaw a growing church state. The report notes the Mountain Meadows Massacre and Young’s influence on church and state, with references to Nevada finance and regional mining matters.
A historical fragment condemns wage slavery in mining during a capital versus labor clash. It cites voluntary servitude forced on white workers to secure bare necessities, condemning tariffs and monopolies as widening poverty and criticizing laws that favor capital over labor in the era following Richmond’s fall.
Details from Campbell county Kentucky court note Banan A. Davis found guilty of bigamy and sentenced to three years. The obituary mentions Binuaam Youna with numerous wives and hundreds of descendants. The New York Independent Republican committee pledges support for Hayne civil service reform. Kane operates stock ventures at White Sulphur Springs with reported $1 million in a day, aided by Russell Sage.
A ledger shows 52 men employed at the Butro tunnel including clerks foreman and miners. The text notes an unlawful act by Supas Movers of Virginia concerning business practices in the state.
The Nevada Supreme Court in Golan Flescn Gold and Silver Mining Co. vs. Cable Consolidated Gold and Silver Mining Co. construes the Act of Congress to confine location to the portion of a ledge within the surface boundaries. If a ledge crosses the surface, the locator’s claim is limited to the feet actually within the location, so a 800 by 1500 foot claim would grant only 600 feet if the ledge crosses at the wrong angle. Prospective locators must determine the ledge direction and include the surface boundaries for the full length to avoid losing ground.
Early yesterday at 2 30 am twelve locomotives occupied the yard with trains attached in three sections. Forepaughs circuses and various freight trains converged from multiple directions causing much activity as crews worked to sidetrack them. Despite the bustle many residents awoke fearing a crash, but all trains were unraveled and moved without incident.
The Highland ditch contract to run eleven miles is awarded to Jebb Pat McCarn for two dollars per rod. The contract is dated June in 1878 and will extend to Long Valley road delivering pressure for pipe conveyance. The company has levied ten cents per share to cover expenses, payable on or before September 28 with delinquent stock to be sold November 1.
The early life of Madam Bernard Richings details her adoption by Philadelphia millionaire Peter Richings and his lavish support for her musical education abroad. He spent over $100,000 on her studies in Orange, Italy, Germany, and England, shaping her into a world renowned guest exponent of English opera.
A runaway team belonging to W. H. Janobard startled onlookers in front of Truckve Stublea, dumping a passenger and then running free before being captured. That evening Rev. C. H. Fopa spoke at the Congregational Church on Acadia, delivering a lively, entertaining lecture noted for its vivid subjects. The Weekly Chronicle notes a new era with Virginia City’s lack of dailies and presence of two weeklies, praising a promising venture and urging subscriptions for a year.
Fragmented text hints at a tale of wealth in Bogland where a claimant from Armell Salebury seeks a luge fortune. The snippet suggests luck and riches, with unclear names and phrases about salt and fortune.
A lengthy, jittery notice warns Launters to secure horses against runaway incidents as mobs and fears spread. It cites local school issues, misposted letters, police court actions, and a chaotic post, touching on a California agitation about teaching girls cooking and rhetoric, while reporting assorted town happenings and a lurid Indian cremation tale.
Yesterday forenoon the C P pay car paid employees two monthly wages in silver, with ten percent deduction and back wages withheld. The article notes a large income for the company from coin, interest, and withheld amounts, and voices dissatisfaction at perceived exploitation. It lists officers of Puddo Wood, Lamber and Flame Company. J G Faie as president and superintendent. N KE Masten as treasurer. G KR Wells as secretary. W Mackay and others in the board.
Nelson pled guilty to vagrancy and was given one hour to settle. Thomas helt, Frank Hyde found guilty of muttering the police and sentenced to seven days, with costs paid and release. Harry Leroy faced a charge of assault and battery, but Mrs Leroy appeared and withdrew the case, resulting in dismissal.
The Baptist social event drew a large audience and attendees enjoyed the program though some speakers were inaudible. The Methodist Sunday School class was well attended with nearly all teachers and many adults present. Dr. York delivered a lecture to a receptive crowd amid applause.
A compendium of late 19th century dispatches: mine developments near Eberhardt and Aurora, a seven foot ledge assay over $100 to the ton, and expectations of further expansion. Reports on railroad delays from a tunnel collapse, water scarcity calls, and a shooting incident in Pioche. Local politics, salaries, indictments, and dividend declarations for Grand Prize stock are noted alongside social updates from Eureka and nearby towns.
Len Savage of Glendale Trackes Meadows and A Q Savage of Mason Valley traveled to Virginia City on Tuesday to obtain an engine and suitable machinery for propelling a small tower boat on Walker Lake. The forty by nine foot craft will gain speed with a six horsepower engine and retain its mast and gear for navigation. The lake voyage would cut travel time to Belleville by about two days, though the route around Gillis Mountain and Deal-Horse wells remains rough with water-filled wells hindering wagon passage.
Rumor says investors offered 450000 for the Burkeys property near Pyramid. A rock ledge 200 feet from the face was shown yesterday, revealing a substantial rock vein. The eastern company may gain a valuable stake and bolster a struggling camp.
C GC Bires, president of the Hum bohdt District Fair Association, was in town yesterday observing local operations. Quon District Court and the Grand and Trial Courts plan to meet next Monday for the September term. Eleven to fifteen patients in the county poor house are reported doing well. Eureka visitors paused through town yesterday morning en route to the Sinte Prison.
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