22 Sep 1877
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Newspaper
Weekly Nevada State Journal
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1877
Page
1
A weekly issue is mailed and delivered by carrier in Reno for 60 cents per issue. Six months prepaid by mail or carrier, with annual rates advertised and no forwarding charges mentioned.
An extended editorial argues that wealth concentrates in few hands, criticizing corporate power and political capture. It notes rising labor agitation in the East, mentions a workingmen's party in Ohio, and foresees a nationwide effort to reform capital labor relations and the political system led by strong thinkers, warning of Carlyle’s “Pest” if unmet.
The text recounts Brigham Young’s use of an adobe wall to keep idle emigrants busy through a winter by funding defense work. It argues idle labor breeds crime and poverty, blaming capitalists for wage suppression and calling for nationwide public works funded by a progressive tax. It suggests Congress address unemployment with large public employment programs.
Town and county report the Agricultural Society fair entries with running and trotting races across six days. Nominations include Barinerrea Staxz, Madge Dake, Centennial Bell, Lady Amanda, Beautiful Balla, and dozens more horses listed with owners and handlers.
An item notes Rufe Shoemaker of Grass Valley Union seeks the California Senate secretary post for the upcoming legislature. It praises his Democratic service and hopes he will be elected in Sacramento. Ohio reports show mixed enthusiasm as Republicans foresee victory and anticipate Pierrepont’s recall and Sanford’s Belgium appointment.
The M B Sunday school held a crowded concert last Sunday praising the scholars for a well executed program. Songs were lively and clear with Miss Flora Loomis at the organ and Miss Besaion's recitation singled out for praise. The hour and a quarter passed with no delays and the program closed with a quartet and a fond crowd reaction.
The District Court heard L Richardson against 8 F Hoole with a $5,000 claim and a counterclaim of $1,500 by Hoole. Wm Thompson testified all afternoon and the case will be continued this morning.
The Board of Equalization met with Commissioners Hymers Joy Ross and Clerk P B Comatook. Assessor H L Fish and Sheriff A K Lamb attended. Meacham requested cuts on Verdi Planing Co rough lumber from 2500 to 2200 and on the mill from 6000 to 8040. Marshall sought a Reno brick building reduction from 96000 to 5000. Case taken under advisement and adjourned to moot this morning at 9.00.
At midnight a group including Mia Gresley Mrs Chapin Mesere Ring and Bweeny formed a fire quartet and played music after Mr W J Marsh mounted an organ on a wagon. Senator Boardman L L Crockett and H L Finh were among those favored by the night melody.
The Board met yesterday with Chairman Hymera and four commissioners present. Claims allowed include B. B. Norton 1225 dollars and Joseph Kennedy 326 dollars. County Surveyor’s report on the west boundary of sections 18 and 19, N. R. 20 E, received and filed. Road Viewers report on Borland petition, received and filed.
Mr. L. Coz of a Verdi area ranch fractured his left leg above the ankle when his horse stumbled Saturday night. He lay exposed in the cold until Sunday morning. S. W. Roberts of Truckee found him, summoned help, and arranged medical care with Dr. Snow in Reno.
Lizzie Redwell and Ed McLeod of the hardy gardy house on Second Street faced Judge Richardson in Police Court. Both were convicted with Redwell fined 40 dollars and McLeod 20 dollars. fines paid. Mollie Forsham to answer to malicious mischief charge next.
Obas Knust donates the Agricultural Boosty and fine chrome as special premium for the pigeon shooting match at the coming Fair. Mr. A Moyers contributes 100 Havana cigars as special premium in the game bear.
We report the death of Emma, eldest daughter of County Clerk P B Comateck, from diphtheria. Funeral announced for tomorrow. Dr. Bergman and District Attorney Cain left for Winnemucca on private and county business respectively. Grand Jury adjourned two weeks due to foreman H H Beck’s illness. A false fire alarm startled residents at 11 pm. A cow cruelty incident prompts harsh penalties for the perpetrator. buckshot awaits the coward.
An overnight assault in Reno left Gallio Lucio dead from head and neck wounds. Police arrested two Italians and pursued a third after a false fire alarm drew attention to the scene. A coroner’s inquest will determine the cause as investigators seek the killer among local Italian residents.
The Grand Lodge of Nevada will convene in Reno next Monday for a two to three day session. Local lodges Carson Virginia and Gold Hill will join a cordial fraternal visit, with Amity Lodge hosting a banquet. The event promises benefits to all members of this growing society. Ton Bannarr plans to depart Germany for Reno around mid September after travels through Europe, aiming to return home after the war.
A Reno August excerpt claims Venus has two moons based on a home made telescope trick. The writer asserts the discovery after sunset and notes Mars and Jupiter satellites also appear with the device. The piece shifts to local crime and various brief anecdotes from Dayton and Reno.
The Board met at 04 yesterday and reviewed property assessments. Reductions include J F Cookes real estate from 4000 to 4000. Jos Gatewood from 1500 to 1000. J E Jones dwelling from 5000 to 2500. M Gulling improvements in Reno from 800 to 1000. Jas Kinko dwelling from 3000 to 2500. Others were ordered to appear or show cause for increases.
The Tom Thumb troupe impressed a large audience in Rone with both afternoon and evening performances. Major Newall and family, including Miss Minnie Warren, were noted among spectators as the curious crowd enjoyed these celebrated children. The group plans a trip to Virginia City.
Nighttime blaze threats near the V. and T. bridge owned by D. H. Barker were extinguished before spreading. A watchman reported two men fleeing, suspected of starting the fire, but no witnesses appeared to confirm the incident.
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