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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1883
Page
1
The Journal states that Senator Jones will secure any legitimate favor Nevada deserves from Congress in the next Senate session whether or not the Senator seeks reelection. It challenges Reveille to specify any omission by the Senator to be corrected before his term ends.
A long defense of Senator Jones argues he has consistently protected Nevada interests in the Senate. It cites his tariff actions, borax and wool protections, and support for lead and other local industries, asserting his record in Congress was not ornamental but actively beneficial to Nevada. The piece challenges claims of inaction and urges recognition of his concrete achievements for the state.
The President praised General Sheridan during a Pittsburgh stop and at a Chicago Loyal Legion banquet, calling him fit for president. Chicago’s Herald names Sheridan as a potential Republican candidate, while rating Blaine Logan Arthur and Grant as unlikely winners. Also notes rising attention for “Little Phil” at the moment.
The General Land Office records show 19,035,683 acres disposed of in the fiscal year ending June 30. Homestead Act accounts for 8,171,194 acres and Timber Culture Act 8,101,333 acres, with the remainder from cash sales and other means. Dakota leads with 7,317,398 acres, followed by Minnesota 1,414,489 and then Nebraska and Kansas.
Wilmington dispatch reports Bishop Becker of the Delaware diocese sailed for Rome on Saturday. Catholic circles expect his elevation to archbishop. He is uncle to Mother Dolores of Mount St. Marys Academy, Reno, and was raised Presbyterian before converting to Catholicism. He is regarded as a leading Southern theologian.
A New York dispatch from Sept 6 states Tammany is planning another raid at the Buffalo convention. Kelley’s men are said to be securing palace cars on the Central Hudson to transport a thousand supporters, each said to be dependable for the effort.
Senator Jos McDonald of Indiana believes the Democrats can carry Indiana next year on a revenue tariff platform with incidental protection. He regards Arthur as strong for next President at the opening of the Republican Convention but thinks Logan will overtake him toward the close and is now the most promising man for the position.
A Democratic candidate for Iowa governor sparked controversy with a speech praising widespread saloons. He stated support for saloons on every hill top roadside and street, insisting the more public the better. He offered no mention of graduating licenses. If elected, he might become a boon to saloonists.
The Cunard Steamship company is building two new ships at Glasgow. Each will be about 8000 tons burden with engines totaling 13000 horsepower. They cost around three million dollars for the pair and are guaranteed to sail the Atlantic in under six days.
Blawthorne News reports solid men buying real estate in Hawthorne and preparations to ship ore from Mount Cory. Northern Belle believes a large ore body is near. S. Kennedy contemplates moving a Bodie lodging home to Caryville. A large shipment of reduction works machinery arrives at Ogden. Northern Star mine improvement continues. lodge wider and shaft incomplete. Tom Stevens, returning from San Francisco, buys a Sixth and Mission lodging house for his family. Mason Valley ranchers thresh grain. alfalfa yields drop due to water shortage. Court House basement walls and first floor joists completed, brick and cement quality noted. jail concrete work near done.
The Hawaiian Government received new silver coin specimens in denominations from one eighth to one dollar. The one eighth matches a half US quarter in weight and fineness. Obverse features King Kelakana, reverse the Hawaiian coat of arms and bilingual value. Struck at San Francisco with designs by Philadelphia engraver. $500,000 in dollars, 300,000 halves, 125,000 quarters, 75,000 eights planned. Government bears design, dies, machinery, and coinage costs.
In 1836 a barefoot boy riding a canal boat befriended a Scotch youth on his way to coal fields. The pair grew into future leaders of the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company, with Thomas Dickson becoming president and the other boy, Colonel F. Young, serving as general manager and head of the linked railroad system.
An illustrated treatise promises cures for functional irregularities disorders and weaknesses for three postage stamps by the World’s Dispensary Medical Association Buffalo N Y Faded hair regains color and softness with Parker's Hair Balsam
The Battle Mountain Messenger argues Nevada must back senators and congressmen who will oppose laws harming silver mining and counter stock manipulation. It condemns mining brokers and calls for strong action by mining states to curb enemies of silver. The piece contrasts favors to other industries with continued mining red tape and tax barriers.
A Lassen Advocate letter from Sept 5, 1883 defends the Reno to Susanville mail route. Stage owner W. Meylert counters criticisms about mail delivery timing, noting he and carriers meet contract times with minimal delays. He asserts carriers are not responsible for postmaster or route delays and claims the coast’s mail service shows few routes matching their consistency over 14 months.
The Journal notes Rufus Kinney’s struggle to keep bees from driving his family from their home. Neighbor Mr Frost faces an even tougher fight as four years of swarms occupy the garret and threaten the entire premises. The piece cites a possible buyout plan to move houses and grant a quit claim to the bees. Also covered are Knights of Pythias activities, Detroit Supreme Lodge actions, and preparations for a San Francisco Templar Conclave with Nevada Knights likely attending.
Ybe Carson Suder states Ned Sweeney paid the remaining 448 dollars of Judge Marsh s 500 dollar fine last Sunday and was released from imprisonment threat. He arranged finances to end dealings with Carson over water supply. Work on Pyramid Company tunnel paused Saturday night until Monday night due to a piston break, then resumed. Grapes suitable for the climate prove by Charley Becker s vines south of the courthouse bearing fruit. New York Democrats quarrel, Ben Butler pressures Southern factions.
The Black Hills Times argues for Dakota’s admission, recalling 1861 as its organizing act and 22 years as a territory. It boasts population gains from 14,990 in 1870 to 300,000, declaresDakota’s age, and asserts readiness to govern, elect a governor, and represent itself without outside guardians. It warns against partisan doors and pledges strong local will.
The Carson Appeal reports Kit General John J Kittell is a pronounced candidate for Congress. If he stops gesticulating with his nether spinal terms on the stump he may win the nomination and election.
Civil Service examinations yielded ten appointments with the highest standing chosen in each case. Four were assigned as Inspectors of Customs, two to the batteries and four to the carriers' department in the Port office. Alta.
An odd advertisement notes Diamond Dyes sold at ten cents a package by Osborn and Shoemaker, with quirky copy about Boston girls and a dreamy far away smile, reflecting old timey marketing language.
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