Three Teens Face Death Sentences in California
Sacramento August 16 Governor Johnson must decide on reprieves for three California youths aged 17 and 18 sentenced to death. Bundy Loomis and Oxnam await possible executions in September and October amid appeals from church and family members.
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Sacramento
Johnson
Louie Bundy
Los Angeles
Earl Loomis
Marie Molcroft
Charles Oxnam
William Alexander
Alexander
Earl Looms
Ellis F. Love
Louis Bunday
San Quentin
Bundy
Canadians say two thousand Americans enlisted in Flanders
General Sam Hughes, Canadian minister of militia, states that two thousand Americans enlisted as Canadians in Flanders and hundreds have already been killed.
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United Pres
London
Sam Hughes
Flanders
New Rules for the State Board of Health
The Virginia Chronicle reports a Board of Health meeting at Dr. Hodgins' office with no major business. Nevada rules require placards for houses with certain diseases and ban school attendance for exposed children during placard periods, with penalties for noncompliant physicians. Jesse L. Smith, Ruby Valley township constable, noted a visitor.
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Board of Health
State Board of Health
Jesse L. Smith
Ruby Valley Township
Nevada urged to stock winter coal after 1907 shortage
Reno Gazette warns Nevadans to prepare for winter fuel shortages, citing the severe 1906-07 coal famine across Reno Carson City Virginia City and other towns. The piece compares the Pennsylvania Railroad storing coal to protect itself and urges citizens and dealers to secure supplies now.
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Altoona
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennsylvania System
Nevada
Austrian Emperor Praises Pope for Peace Efforts
Rome Aug 16. The Austrian Emperor writes to the Pope praising his efforts toward peace and expressing a prayer for early peace. He conveys hope that God may grant an early settlement.
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Sy United Press
Rome
Austria
Carranza Replies to United Press on Frontier Attacks
General Carranza denies knowledge of who attacked frontier border cities. He affirms that the attackers were not constitutionalists. General Calles, governor of Sonora, says he will leave matters to Carranza after Pan American appeal.
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United Press
New York
Carranza
Calles
Sonora
Junta
Prizes Awarded at San Diego Panama Exposition Nevada Entries
A list of Nevada exhibitors earning medals at the Panama California Exposition in San Diego includes Nevada and university entries. Highlights include grand prizes for wheat varieties alfalfa seed cereals oats and native grasses plus gold and silver medals for ore minerals marbles and clovers. Harry B Warren won bronze for trained honey.
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Nevada
State of Nevada
San Diego
Calif
Nevada Building
Harry 8. Warren
University of Nevada
Goldfield Co
Yellow Pine Mining Co
Platinum Gold Mining Co
Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
Tonopah Mine Owners Association
Mexican Mining Co
Ophir Mining Co
Harry B. Warren
Russell to replace Sullivan as ambassador to Santo Domingo
Secretary of State Lansing announced that W. W. Russell will be sent to Santo Domingo to succeed Ambassador Sullivan, who has resigned. The move follows Sullivan stepping down from his post as ambassador to the Dominican Republic.
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United Press
Washington
Lansing
W. W. Russell
San Domingo
Sullivan
German diplomats may be recalled over alleged propaganda
The New York World charges German officials attempted to sway American sentiment. Washington reports the government is investigating and may request recall if misconduct is found. The note cites possible legitimate yet unethical propaganda activities. Five killed and one injured in an explosion at the Aetna Explosives Co gelatine department in Sinne Mahoning, Pennsylvania.
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United Press
Washington
Aue
New York World
United Pre
Sinne-Mahoning, Penn
Aetna
Ves CO
President Wilson Maps Defense Program Plans
President Wilson has begun outlining a new national defense program and policy. He discussed pay and preparedness with Secretary Daniels, who presented a summary of conditions and recommendations, and expects to ask Congress for two battleships yearly and possibly two battle cruisers and sixty to seventy submarines. He will confer with Secretary Garisson soon.
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United Press
Washington
Wilson
Danishe
Congress
Garrison
National Bank Sues Dougherty Estate Over $4000 Note
The National Bank of Elko sues Johanna Elsenberg executrix of Charles Dougherty’s estate to recover on a $4000 promissory note. Tom Parke also listed on the note in the County Clerk filing.
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Hunter
the & 1 National Bank of
Elko
Johanna Elsenberg
Charles Dougherty
Tay
Tom Parke
German forces seize positions near Brest-Litovsk in widened advance
Berlin reports General Von Mackensen has captured Slavatyezse and occupied Ciala. BasKarians take Lesice and Niedxyrzec as Russians prepare to defend Brest-Litovek. Georgiewsk fall expected daily.
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Berlin
von Mackensen
Slavatyezse
Brest-Lotovsk
Ciala
Lesice
Niedxyrzec
Biala
Brest-Litovek
Georgiewsk
Help the Paper to Get Local News
Readers are urged to report news from their own families and neighborhoods to improve coverage. The note invites residents to submit items and share knowledge, assuring recognition if they provide verifiable information.
Wheelbarrow Kids Arrive in San Francisco for Nevada Exhibit
Jam from Tonopah reached San Francisco after a desert hike, carrying a wheelbarrow full of high grade ore. John Cuddy and Willian Yr led the trek arriving a day late, resting in Reno five days, and plan to win a prize by展示ing the wheelbarrow at the Nevada building during the fair Bonanza.
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W. T. Cuddy
John Cuddy
Willian
Tonopah
San
Nevada
Bonanza
Sinking of Norwegian Steamer Albing by German Submarine
Report from London states the Norwegian steamer Albing was sunk by a German submarine. All crew members were saved and deported to safety.
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United Press
London
Aus
Albing
Oregon Woman Shot From Ambush Near Bandon
A Lakeport man believed to have shot from ambush and killed Ailie Whitman near Bandon in a feud tied to a local school district. Whitman's body was found on the ranch, with signs of heavy arm injury.
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United Press
Bandon
Possex
New
Lakeport
Ailie Whitman
Miss Whitman
Mrs Eisenberg Learns of Sister's Death in New York
Mrs Johanna Eisenberg received a telegram from New York announcing the death of her sister Mrs Simon at ninety. Mrs Simon was the elder among sixteen children and is survived by three children including a daughter present, and two sons who owned the Paris Millinery Store in Salt Lake City. The community extends sympathy to Mrs Blaenberg.
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Johanna Eisenberg
New York
Simon
Eisenberg
Safe Conduct for Messengers in Mexico City and Region
United Press reports from Mexico City that Carranza will not block Pan American messages to field leaders. General Gonzales will grant safe conduct to messengers carrying documents to Zapata and others. Villas' reply is en route. Carranza’s reply expected by next Saturday. A conference on an armistice between Carranza and Villa is hinted. Junta supporters publish telegrams from Carranza leaders promising aid and opposing intervention. Durango followers of Villa reportedly revolting may shift to Carranza. Reports of Mexican forces occupying Carista lands remain unconfirmed.
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United Press
Parker
Mexico City
Carranza
Gonzales
Zapata
Villas
Carsorzista
Villa
Durango
Caranza
Taive
Two Men Arrested for Infamous Crime Against Nature
Lee Campbell and L. C. Gorsuch were arrested Sunday night on the charge of a crime against nature. Seven eye witnesses testified to the act, and conviction appears likely. The case is described as a grievous offense of a depraved nature, with a lengthy prison term anticipated.
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Lee Campbell
L. 2
Gorsuch
Campbell
Desperado John Hooper Still At Large
Described as heavily armed, Hooper escaped last Sunday and fled east of Rogue River. Authorities say he is wanted for robberies in Oregon and California and remains at large as of this afternoon.
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John Hooper
Jai
Rogue River
Oregon
Hornbook
California
Two Marines Drowned After Gulf Storm
It is reported that two Marines named Ray and Robinson were swept overboard from the battleship Mississippi during a gulf storm and drowned. Their bodies were not recovered. Additionally a Wigwam cinema ad notes Women and Wine, starring William Elliott, is showing tonight with last chance reminders.
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William Elliott
Wigwam
Elko
Pathe Daily News
Ady
United Press
Washington
Ray
Robinson
Mississippi
Sun
Gunboat Sacramento Encounters Large Storm En Route to Vera Cruz
New Orleans Aug 16 The gunboat Sacramento faced a big storm while sailing to Vera Cruz. Commander McNaties sent a wireless telegram this morning warning he may be dangerously close to shore.
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United
New Orleans
Sacramento
Vera Cruz
McNa- Ties
Wrong man arrested on hotel bad check charge
Reports say Officer Lamon arrested a man in Carson City for passing bad checks at the Commercial Hotel. The suspect matched the description and name but was actually not the offender. he provided reasons for the mistaken identity and claimed occupation.
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Hin
Carson City Sundlay
Pearly Mickle
Offeor Lamon
TL WV
Lee
Rena
Fier
McBride Visits Town on Nevada Assembly Tour
A. G. McBride speaker of the infant Nevada assembly passed through town Friday during his return trip to Bike after touring the state. Hawthorne Bulletin remains the source.
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A. G. McBride
Nevada
Mr. McBride
Hawthorne Bulletin
New School Deputies Named by State Board of Education
The state board of education elected the full corps of deputy superintendents of public instruction. Names include Miss Bertha C Knemeyer first district George W Comeford second district George E McCracken third district BLFL Bleasdale fourth district and George E Anderson Ath district. Terms run September 1 1917 to August 31 1919. Professor Bray has been detailing the study plan to conform with 1915 school law amendments and new textbooks to be used next year in Nevada public schools. Deputies are said to be devoted to service and the coming school year is described as Nevada’s banner year in public education.
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State Board of Education
Mayo,ag
Nevada
Gray
Battleships Ordered to Veracruz from Washington
United Press reports the Naval Department issued wireless orders to send the battleships Louisiana and New Hampshire to Veracruz. The ships are due to arrive by Wednesday with Captain Keay Admudl McLean commanding the gunboat Marietta on detached duty from Progreso.
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United Press
Washington
Atc
Naval Depart
Louisiana
Newrianpshire
Ve Cray
Keay Admudl McLean
Governor Boyle urges national thrift in congress message
Governor Emmet Dr. Boyle of No. California sends a special message to Congress during the International Congress for thrift at the exposition. The letter, one of several from prominent Americans, was read with applause by the president.
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San Francisco
Cal
Emmet Dr. Boyle
International Congress For Thrift
Presi
minister murderer dies by own action in cell
Silas Eberson, a 60 year old former Dunkirk minister charged with strangling 15 year old Hazel Macklin, hanged himself in his South Bend jail cell. His lawyer claims Eberson was murdered, but authorities say suicide likely due to insanity.
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United Press
South Bend
Silas Eb
Gospel of
Dunkirk
Hazel Macklin
Eberson
Starvation in Haiti Island Report From Caperton
Advices from Admiral Caperton indicate men women and children on Haiti Island face destitution and starvation with hundreds without food for days Red Cross aid may be sought to address the crisis.
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United Pres
Washington
Admiral Caperton
Alta
Red Cross
French wreck miles of trenches reported
An Imperial report states that the Chasseurs mined and wrecked a mile of trenches between Burnhauft and Ammereschner. Loud cannonading was heard last night at Souchose.
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United Press
Paris
Chasseurs
Burnhauft
Ammereschner
Souchose
State Board of Equalization Convenes in Carson City
The state board of equalization, composed of five members of the tax commission, met in Carson City and will stay in session through September 20th. The group will review property assessment values across counties and reconcile any differences during this period. Claude Schoerth plans to leave for California tonight to take a high school principal role about ninety miles north of San Francisco.
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State Board of Equalization
Vevadi Tax Commission
Ueaix
Fern County Paseators
Carson City
Claude Schoerth
Wella
California
Aloety
San Francisco
Personal notes on newspaper reading and social engagement
A reflective fragment urges readers to consider personal stories in their paper and share with friends. It emphasizes lively discussion and the value of local news for connection and enjoyment.
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Mia
Win
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