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The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
LUKE G. sREsOvICH.

A Young Business Man Who Has Made
His Mark.
Luke G. Sresovich was born in the beau
tful city of Ragusa, Austria, about forty
years ago This city is celebrated for its
beautiful scenery, old inconsistencies and
hospital. Few citizens of this city and
over the globe are better known. not
only in the business world, but in
his social goodness, than the subject of
this sketch. In 1866, after having visited
the various European countries. he landed
in New York in quest of enterprise. After
short sojourn there he proceeded to this
State, still in search of the tickle goddess.
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but feel the Importance Of allowing their
career and vicissitudes to be known as en-
couragement and incentive to others. This
is true in all professions and callings, as it
is, indeed. by the integrity, uprightness and
accomplishments Of its citizens that a
country lays its best claim to notice and
consideration and is entitled to take it's
place among the nations of the earth. No
country has ever produced in so short
space Of time SO many distinguished and
illustrious men as the United States, and
to no part of this glorious republic is this
more applicable than to our own beloved
Golden State. Every man on earth should
work as God gives him strength, and should
meet with corresponding reward from his
fellOw-man. We are justly proud on the
awakening of the new year to chronicle,
even in minute way, short sketches of
some Of our leading and representative
meH-men who by physical energy and
ready mental resources were fitted to cope
with the dangers and priyatiOns OF the early
pioneer days; men who with brave hearts
turned their eyes to the land of the setting
sun; men who withStood the rigOr and
vlcissitudes OF the journey to the new
Mecca OF hope and fortune; men who have
hewn out great and useful lives for them
selves since the days Of 80, when the golden
cornerstone of our State was laid; men
who with their children, as native sons,
now stand forth -eminently before the
world and look over what has been accom-
plishea by vIgor, brains and work in this
great State and city, and know that they
have done their share nObly and we'll. 1t is
Of such representative men that we write
and present our readers with actual facts
concerning them, as an incentive to the
rising gene ration of what can be accom-
plished by strict adherence to the path of
industry and right.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
BRAIN vs.. BODY.
Strength of Mind in Men Comes Froi
ha MofIor

Strength of Mind in Men Comes From
the Mother.
DR.. S. Weir Mitchell. one Of the highest
authorities in the world on nervous diseases
and a profound student of life, regards
women as the physical trustees of the race.
and says that the cultivation of the brain Mt
the expense of the body is an inestimable
evil to future generations. Mature has her
seasons of rest and her seasons Of product
iveness," the famous physician once said to
a writer for the Philadelphia Press; "the
soil after harvest lies fallow for a year or
two or it loses its richness. You never
knew a great mana man Of powerful brain
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
COLLECTOR JOHN C. QUINN.
An Efficient and Trusted Government
Official.

An Efficient and Trusted Government
Official.
1t is always a pleasure to write biograph-
ical sketches of the native sons of the State
who have gained distinction and made
honorable positions for themselves in the
home of their birth. John G. Quinn, who
occupies the position of Collector of Inter-
nal Revenue for this district. was born in
Ell Dorado County, in 1853, and is probably
the youngest man ever occupying this posi-
ton. His chief education was received Ia
Nevada County in the public schools, but by
close reading and self-cultivation his mind
has been much improved aud widened.
Seeking wider field he came to this city
while quite young and apprenticed himself
to the irou-mo gliding trade.
Being studiouS and diligent and hard
worker he soon mastered the business, and
by application and shrewd mercantile
ability became the proprietor OF foundry.
Being of kind and genial disposition and
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children, Mrs. j. Leroy Nickel and Henry
Miller Jr., whose business training is being
perfected under his fathers capable In
struction. His family also includes two ac-
ccomplShed nieces. Generous, liberal. char
liable; in manner quiet and unassumng,
and, despite the pressure of his vast inter-
eStS, always kindly and accessible, Henry
Miller is citizen of the best type and To
whom no one grudges his well-earned great
prosperity and success.
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THE COLLEGE OF NorRE DAME.

Splendid Educational Establishment
for Young Girls.
This college, founded in 1851, was incor-
pOrated by the State Legislature in 1865 1t
Is located in the city of San Jose. Santa Clara
County. and is surrounded by neat and eX-
tensive grounds. furnished with every facil-
ity for the amusement OF the pupils. The
buildings OF brick are large, conmodious
and we'll ventilated. This estimabe insti-
tuition has just entered upon its forty-irst
year with an enlarged curriculum Of studies
and past graduate course. The session just
closed has been a most pleasant aud success
full one. Studies will be resumed on Janu-
airy 4, 1922
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4. c. Hankey paid his fare on State
street car at Harrison street, Chicago. and
was thrown off at Twentieth street because
the conductor forgot that he had collected
the fare. Hankey went to the power house
to learn the name of the conductor and was
thrown out again. Then he called on
Officer Moore, and instead of getting satls-
faction was arrested, and because revolver
was found in his pocket he was fined So and
Costs,
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
THOMAS U. SWEENEY.

A Notable Contributor to the Pleasure
and Profit OF This City.
No man in this city is more progressive in
his ideas Of improving Golden Gate Park so
that the thousands of visitors to it may bs
accommodated than Thomas U. Sweeney.
Our readers are so familiar with the improve
mentS which resulted in the beautiful drive
way around Straw berry Hill to the Observa-
tory, costing about $1,000, that it is unne-
cess AIRY to relate Mr.. Sweeney's connection
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and masterful energy, mean-born Of
weak woman. Superiority and strength of
mind come almost invariably from the
mother. The father may transmit traits as
he often transmits weaknesses, but the
mind of the male child almost always
derives its real force from the mother.
If she has strong character,
sterling virtues, and has lived
simple healthy life her son will reap the
richer harvest of vital and mental strength,
because neither has been exhausted by the
mother. The fathers character is apt to
reappear in the daughters" The Press, of
course here gives the theory. not the words,
Of DR.. Mitchell, but the view is one of such
interest and importance that every one will
find something in his or her own experience
and observation that will bear upon it. The
thought back of it is that women should be
educated ana their minds cultivated. but
neither 0vered ucated, as at some female
colleges, nor ovetcultiyated or Overstraned
by work or society; that their lives should
be so ordered that surplus OF mental and
physical strength should be stored as the
ground derives fTuitfulness and stores
future wealth by lying falow and producing
nothing for time.
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possessed of much magnetism he became
early interested in politics and leader in
his party.
He is universally respected by all classes
of our citizens and is possessed of the ele-
ments of character which are bound to
place him at the top. His intelligence is of
that order which commands respect and at
tention. True and honest to his friends and
courteous to all. he is an efficient officer
and ably administers the affairs of the de-
partment over which he presideS. Mr..
Quinn has prominent and useful career
before him and will doubtless be an inn
portant factor in the future veal Of the
State
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the then youthful subject of our sketch
arrived in California, aud, with no other re-
sources than his inherent energy aud abili-
ties, began his career as journeyman
butcher Easily mastering the surround
ings of his trade, he went into business for
himself in 1851. His shrewdness and fore
sight in his speciality made him in few
years the leading wholesale butcher in the
State. In 1857 he bought, in connection
with Charles Lux, his first large band of
cattle, and so successful was the transaction
that in the following year the two dealers
became associated as the famous firm of
Miller u Lux, whose simply enormous busi-
ness and equally enormous possessions have
long been one of the wonders of California.
Mr.. LuxS death occurred some few years
ago, but the firms business is still trans
acted under its original title. From the
hour of their first venture the partners
steadily increased and extended their bust
ness, and though reverseS and some times
disaster attended their progress, Mr.. Miller,
who was always the executive head of the
firm. never lost heart or strove to curtal
their constantly widening operations. Range
after range, herd after herd, were added to
their immense possessions, until at this day
it would require columns to give the Drlef-
est detail of the firms colossal properties.
The simple statement that the great
San Joaquin and King River Canal. largely
built and owned by Miller Il Lux, waters
nearly eighty miles of their land, may
give some idea OF the principality over
which Mr.. Miller presides. There are con-
stantly a minimum of 1000 men on the pay
rolls of the firm, and it is doubtful that any,
thing more than approximate estimate of
the widely scattered thousands of cattle it
owns is known to any one. That any one
man should bear the burden Of directing
and managing the innumerable details of so
vast a concern is fact that speaks volumes
for both the mental power and physical
makeup of our subject
In 1861 Mr.. Miller espoused the niece of
his first wife, Miss Sarah Sheldon, charm
ing aud accomplished lady. He has two
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executive. The accompanying sketch is of
the debating room. Ech branch has its
welI-stOcked library and reading room, and
weekly meetings for debate are held through
out the year There are also nine sectional
or branch libraries for the use of the pro-
fessors and the various societies. These
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partment which contains tea music rooms,
nine pianos and choice musical library,
bands owe their musical proficiency. There
is printing Office with two steam presses
and everything necessary for job and book
work, and this gives some idea Of the aids
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junior. The object of the formation OF
these societies is to afford the best means of
teaching elocution, and in order that moth
ing may be lacking a theater was necessary.
The building is a handsome structure. and
is magnifcently fitted up, and has q seating
capacity of 5000. The stage appointments
and scenery are perfect. The pieces selected
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03

the Hale & Norcross. Gould & Curry and
Occidental. during the time when those
mines were paying millions a month In
dividends. He first went to Nevada and
formed partnership with A. E. Davis. who
had quartz mill at Gold HILL Under the name
of Davis & Barron for two years they were
engaged in extracting ores from the Gold
Hill mines. After the sale of the Gold Hill
property he associated himself with MessrS.
Mackay. Flood, Fair and O'Brien in obtain
ing control of the Hale q Norcross. Gould
s. Curry, Con. Virginia & California and
Occidental. In 1876, in conjunction witt
Messrs. Davis, Flood and O'Brien. Mr.. Bar
ron built the South Pacific Coast Railroad.
which was afterward sold to James g. Fair,
and is now owned by the Southern Pacific
Company. From the day of his arrival in
California to the present time Mr.. Barr0R.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
HENRY MILLER.

A Self Made Man and Millionaire Cattle
Raiser.
There are few of our wealthy citizens
more widely known or more prominently
associated with the remarkable progress of
our State than Henry Miller, "the Cattle
King" as he is usually termed. His career
is one that conveys lesson of what may be
accomplished by the union of natural talent
aud indomitable resolution TO succeed in the
face Of all obstacles. In September, 1850.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
AL OF COMMERCE.
A TRIBUNA

A TRIBUNAL OF COMMERCE.
A striking feature is the literary and COM
mercial department This occupies build
ing 184x73 feet and is divided into class
rooms. those for rhetoric, grammar aud the
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03

He at once began a course of study under
Dr. Hoddard, and subsequently graduated
with high hon0rs from Santa Clara College.
He entered the wholesale fruit business in
1870. and was soon obliged to enlarge his
trade facilities in order to provide for his
increasing trade. During this time the
cpcoanut market was Of no value to the inn
porters ami large quantities were thrown
into the bay. His active mind at once
looked for a remedy to proven. the waste,
and after several failures he at last sue
ceeded, and the world renowned Pioneer
brand of desiccated cocoanut is the
result of his experiments. 1t Is tie
finest article manufactured and has
been awarded the highest prizes and
premiums at all fairs, Including the MOrlds
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03

languages being on the first floor, and the
commercial rooms occupying the second
floor. The latter department is a novelty.
1t is miniature world of commerce. 1t is
fitted up with elegant offices, occupied by
embryo importers. jObbers, forwarderS, real
estate and insurance brokers, exchange and
brokerage Offices. commission merchants,
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
APyx of Gold and Precious stones.

A fine specimen of ecclesiastical art is a
solid gold pyx that has just been made for
Rev. Arthur Richie, rector of the Pr0tes-
tant Episcopal Church OF st. Ignatius in
this city. 1t is made of 1S-karat gold, and
has eighty-four precious stones set in it in
the form of Maltese cross. These consist
OF sixty-seven diamonds of the finest quail
ity, two large pearls, one large emerald and
fourteen smaller ones 1t cost $1,000 A
pyx is a box in which to carry the host in the
Roman Catholic Church. N. Y. Tribune.
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ETC., three telegraph Offices. an express Office
and registry and treasury Office. Busi-
ness is carried On the same as in reality,
and the strictest methods of business are
pursued. To the departments mentioned
add a school of design for artistic, agrcult-
ural and mechanical drawing. musical de-
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
DISTINGUISHED
MEN OF THE TIME.
Short Pen Sketches of Notable
Citizens in the Front Ranks.
Brainy Men Who Have Overcome All Diff
culties by Energys Perseverance, In
tegrity and Hard Work.

EN- who have achieved
any worthy object by
reason of the very ability
which has enabled its
achievement should be not
only modestly conscious
of their superiority to
tboeo ,bor he 80, ,,,,,..l
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03
THE THEATEl

The dramatic society or association really
consists of TWO societies, a senior and a
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1892-01-03

Twelve average tea plants produce one
pound Of tea.
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One Seattle market sold $4,000 pounds Of
turkey the day before Christmas.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05
Jones, Body Blow for Silver

The interview Of Senator Jones in
the Dencer News has fallen like a
bomeshell upon the old straight-out
crowd. For weeks they have been
telling the people that Senator Jo"os
would take no part in the Weaver
ghost dance" on the grounds that he
was too able and sensible man 10
indulge in such vagar:es
Many Of Jones old followers in
this State who regard his judgment
as absolute in political matters,
have held back from the Weaver
movement here becarse of these re
ports.
The silver managers have never
given themselves the slightest cons
Germ about Jones during this cam
paisp, and as they knew perfectly
well what his views were, and that
he would voice his well known senti-
ments for silver at the time when it
would be the most effective.
He has planted his blow on the
ribs Of the gold bugs and they are
now staggering under it. The claim
that the interview Is bogus is the last
despairing cry Of the traitors to
Nevada ON the eve of crushing de-
feat.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05

The meeting at Wadsworth night
before last was the largest political
gathering ever held at Wadsworth.
Newlands made convincing speech
and captured the town, Wadsworth
will give him large majority.
Any voter who expects t. see the
ballots voted on election day the
same size as the sample ballots, viii
be very much mistaken
The train that took lie Republics
ans of Carson to Dayton on Thurs
day evening were met II Dayton with
cheers for Weaver and F Ield.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05
SUN KWONC CHOnG g. Co.
Merchant :: I aiIors.
CARSON NEVADA

Finest cutters and filters imported from oars +
cisco for the special purpose of fitting fashionable and
street clothing at reduced rates
One thousand new patterns have arrived for tie
Fall and Winter trade, and can guarantee to suit
suits to order at $50, $22 50, s25 and $50, the
same as you have been paying $40 and $50 for.
CuttaWays, Sacks, Prince lberts and Frocks: also
Fine Overcoats of Imported Goods both sack and frock
Shirts Of the latest pattern 75c to $50 made %
order in stripes or plain.
Give us i call and will guarantee all our work.
SUN KWONG CIIONG 4 CO..
ST Carson Nevada
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05

\ few days ago there was some
doubt about the county Silver men
electing their whole ticket. New
votes have. been falling in line every
day, Some may be men who came
in to be on the winning side, but
their votes count all the same, and
the Silver party will carry the county
by a decided majority,
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05

Mr.. Symmetrical is again gravely
assuring the church vote that if
elected he will close all the Oh nese
tan games. Seems as if we had
heard of that promise before.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05
PUBLIC MEETING.

There will be public speaking at
the Opera House on Monday even
ing. Hon II Bergstein and Hon I
Y Julian Of Reno will address the
meeting and be followed by local
speakers.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1892-11-05
TIE KEYSTONE OF THE ARCH.

The county ring have given up all
hopes of ele ting their legislative
ticket. and are nov trading every
thing in sight to keep District Attor-
ney Symmetrical in his office for two
years more.
He is the keystone Of the arch Of
corruption which upholds the ring.
Perfectly subservient to their wishes,
he can at all times be depended on to
DO their bidding. County officers can
openly violate the law and feel as
sured that no legal action viii be
taken as long as Mr.. Summarized is
hold i, the Office Of District Attor~
ney.
Ia other words he draws a sa'ary
from the taxpayers # Ormsby county
to act rs the retainer Of the county
ring.
When he IS defeated the keystone
Of the arch falls and the whole
structure goes to pieces.
This is why the Republican bosses
have abandoned the fight on other
portions of the ticket and concen-
trated their energies to retain him in
office.
As long as they can control the
courts they are willing to let the tax
payers have the balance Of the
piece.
Let every voter and taxpayer of
Ormsby who wants to see an honest
administration of justice il Ormsoy,
put in a vote for Mr.. MCGOWAN, the
Silver party candidate for District
Attorney, that the law in Ormsby
may no longer be regarded as by
word and laughing stock.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-26
'Pardon me, Mr.. Gruson, but would ten

''Pardon me. Mr.. Gruson, but would ten
dollars be an inducement to''--
'HTen dollars! A paltry ten dollars Of
fered as Inuzzle to the press! Why, sir,
you are heaping an Ossa of perfidy on
Pelion of infamy. My family, sir, does not
need ten dollars''-
"But you could use the money for mis-
sionary purposes, Mr.. Gruson. And, sir,
If you could only be induced to let up on
me this time, wou hn't mind making it
twenty, though that will drain my pocket
book mighty low. Here is the money, sir. !"
"Ah," sighed the editor as he drew the
pile of one dollar bills nearer and looked
them over, ''when you allude to the hea-
then by mentioning the missionaries you
strike on the tenderest chords of my ma
sure. For the sake of the Gentle may
violate my pledge to the public-a pledge
made with the first issue of this paper-to
give our readers the truth, the whole truth
and nothing but the truth. If you could
drop in on me with another ten, to be con-
tributed to the heather, | might send re-
porter to write up your wedding. he
would show the family of your prospective
wife what an acquisition it has made in
marrying you. Good morning, sir, and bear
in mind that we at times ignore illegal acts
in our own land for the sake OF the be-
nighted heather"