03 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1915
Page
1
Rumors sweep Havana that Jack Johnson may fake the world heavyweight title bout with Jess Willard on Monday. Betting odds swing from 2 to 1 Johnson to even. Johnson denies the charge, calling it a dishonest scheme by enemies. Authorities warn bets will be void if any crooked conduct appears.
The Winnemucca Star reports official sources confirm Winnemucca will remain the Western Pacific passenger division terminal. Rumors of moving to Elko were unfounded, despite Elko’s earlier status and local newspaper speculation. Officials in San Francisco assured Winnemucca leaders that no change is planned, noting the current setup benefits both company and employees. The piece also references a humorous aside about a stage production and a Daily Independent notice.
Mr Doran returns to electrical work in Lamoille while Mr Fred Voight goes back to his ranch. The Bellinger baby shows improvement as the town welcomes visitors like Mr Hunter from Salt Lake and teachers Prof J T Ross and Prof Thomas from Elko. New clerk Mr Haight joins Lamoille Mercantile. families plan moves to North Fork and Biko, with local Easter services announced for Sunday at 2:30 PM.
Rev Chas McHarness leads Easter events at the Baptist Church with Sunday school at 11 and 12 10 pm sessions. A sermon titled Is Man Immortal is planned for 7 30 pm with solo by Mrs McWhinney and other Easter music. Guests include Mr and Mrs J R Carder of Mattoon Illinois staying at the Commercial hotel while J W Smith visits regarding the Charles Doherty estate set for settlement tomorrow.
Baron Rothschild was buried quietly at Willesden Jewish Cemetery after private services at his Piccadilly home. A crowd of about 4,000 gathered outside, with notable attendees including King George representatives, Queen Mother Alexandria’s envoy, Prime Minister Lloyd- George, and other leaders of the Jewish community. The funeral procession included Lionel Walter Rothschild, Charles Rothschild, Leopold Rothschild, Capt. Clive Behrens, Evelyn and Anthony Rothschild, and relatives.
Albert Hankins, Charles Mitchell and S. B. Young as appraisers filed the estate inventory for Charles Toyn deceased. The report lists a total value of 24190 dollars including a ranch in Mound Valley cattle horses implements poultry cash and other assets.
Mrs Elizabeth Cody fiancee of George Ashcroft gunners mate on the submarine disaster vessel travels from Cheyenne to Reno seeking word on the fate of her partner. She plans to stay in Reno hoping for definite news while Ausette H M David of McGill is registered at the Mayor for the day.
Special to the Independent from London reports that The Times suggested summary hanging for captured Germans from raider ships as a wartime measure to stop barbaric commerce raiding. The idea echoed by other papers as war departments consider drastic action against German raiders. Admiral Von Tirpitz is widely blamed for naval disasters and nicknamed the Terror of the Sea.
The church conducts Easter services with a Sunday School program at 10 a.m. including songs and recitations and a brief address by the pastor. Twenty-seven pupils receive promotion certificates. The 11 a.m. service focuses on The Resurrection of Jesus Christ with the Lord's Supper. Evening service at 7:30 features If a Man Die Shall He Live Again. Mrs. McWhinney sings in the morning and Redmond and Mrs. Schuylerman in the evening. a special choir leads the Easter hymns.
Carson City April 1 The advance sheets of the new laws signed by the governor and prepared for printing may be expected from State Printer Joe Farnsworth around April 1 Progress shows a more systematic handling by the governor Secretary of State and printer Bills enrolled and sent to the governor were disposed of within five days and filed with the secretary of state for chapter numbering This streamlined process moved more than half of the bills into print before adjournment and the remaining batch will be printed by month’s end for the bound volume with the indent printout.
Paris April 3 General Joffre commander in chief of the Allied armies said the war would end soon with a great Allied victory. He cited German and Austrian losses and dwindling armies while noting civilian starvation in Germany and claiming England France and Russia can sustain the fight. He predicted peace before autumn and Germany’s national existence fading.
In early Christianity Holy Saturday known as Great Saturday and Vigil of Easter, a strict fast observed with no Mass. Ceremonies include blessing the fire and Paschal candle, symbolizing Christ’s resurrection and light. Five grains of incense recall Christ’s wounds. the triple candlestick marks the Trinity. Old Testament prophecies are read. bells and organs joyfully mark Easter, shifting from sorrow to life and grace.
The text argues for regular feeding of hogs with coal or charcoal as a key to growth. It warns against overcrowding in bad weather, noting that crowded pens cause stress and losses. It suggests splitting stock into smaller groups to manage debt and growth, and estimates that a single large sow can yield around 500 pigs by year four if no deaths or losses occur.
A young Cafsdian obsessed with going to sea meets mock parental opposition and skepticism from peers. He crows about his future, recalling his hero King George and national pride as he contemplates a bold path. The dialogue reflects community nerves and a boy’s audacious ambition amid a strict upbringing.
A garbled OCR fragment notes an upcoming visitor or event in the village, with a costly advertisement placed in the Daily Tadeyentent. Details are unclear but imply a town meeting or promotional notice circulated locally.
A Easter Sunday program at the Wigwam features Schubert’s As Ye Sow Will be the principal attraction with Alice Brady in a melodrama about two evil brothers and a moral ending. The Wigwam orchestra starts at 7:40 with Ave Maria by request. Also shown tonight is The Exploits of Elaine episode eight finale and Kronstadt a three reel military drama about a woman spy.
The funeral for Mrs. Russell will be held Monday at 2:30 PM from the Fifth and Pine streets residence. Interment is planned in the I. C. O. F. cemetery. Daughters Ruth Russell and Mrs. B. R. Newman accompany the family. many messages and floral tributes have arrived to comfort them. The report from Goldfield Consolidated Mines shows February ore production totaling 29,862 tons with net profits of 168,278.58, slightly below earlier estimates due to higher expenses.
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