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Newspaper

Elko Independent

Location

Elko, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1915

Page

4

Enter Now Mr Carnegie Patriot Locals

Locals report visitors including G. F. and Joe Baker from Gold Creek and Dan Edwards returning from the east. R. M. Woodward returns to his Jack Creek ranch examing Marsh creek strike potential for a big mine. Ladies Mission Circle bazaar set for Saturday December 4 in Pioneer building with aprons caps fancy work baked goods and 1d grab bag for children. 25c parcel post sale feature with Christmas gifts and jewelry. An article discusses armor plate frauds and Andrew Carnegie's role in war material production with critical view of patriotism and government contracts.

Ladies’ Mission Circle Pioneer Building

Four Aces From the Bottom in Western Poker Trick

In a western mining town, a tenderfoot accuses a dealer of dealing himself four aces from the bottom. The native bystander remains calm, replying that it is the dealer's game and no misdeal. The anecdote appears in the San Antonio Express.

Tenderfoot San Antonio Express

Tobacco use in the Arctic miners and soldiers tale

A New York Sun excerpt explains how Arctic miners and Alaskan soldiers sheltered tobacco cravings in extreme cold. They strapped tobacco leaves under the arm or at the solar plexus to avoid lip injury from outdoor smoking and chewing, enabling indoor use during subzero winds.

Alaska New York Sun

Complete State Fair buildings underway on grounds west of town

A force is finishing box stalls and related buildings at the State Fair grounds to receive livestock in September. Initially funds and scope caused delays with questions on single or two-year funding, but the local committee now reports enough money to complete the structures. Roofs will be shingled and coated with mineral paint, with workers Mark Wilds A E Mustard and A M Dildine. The delay in premium payments stems from how claims are filed. each prize may need a separate claim, and Secretary Noble is preparing the list so warrants and awards can reach winners by the 25th of the month.

Messrs Mark Wilds A. E. Mustard A. M. Dildine Board of Managers Board of Examiners Noble Churchill Standard

Man proposes but God disposes explained

A student offers a blunt interpretation of the proverb to a teacher during a classroom discussion. The boy asserts that a man may propose marriage, yet only God can determine acceptance.

Thomas

Cantankerous Menu Moment Sparks Diner Debate

A humorous clash unfolds as a diner requests an infinitesimal chicken portion and the waiter apologizes citing only a microscopic remnant left. The exchange highlights scarcity humor and dining patience in a bustling restaurant setting.

Man Dislikes Music After Amateur Recital

A man who detests music attends an amateur recital at a friend's house. He leaves in a bad mood, criticizing the acquaintance’s daughter as a vocal soloist. The friend defends her training and high notes, while the man quips that she “struck” the high note and it couldn’t retaliate.

Philadelphia Times

Mayer Hotel Arrivals List with Various Guests

A long list details guests arriving at Mayer Hotel including W. H. Wood and G. R. Allen from Salt Lake City, J. W. Reed from Tuscarora, Mrs. Ware from Ogden, Dan W. Edwards from Cheyenne, and others from Reno, Fork, Mtn City, Gold Creek, Wells, Sacramento, and San Bernardino. Mrs. M. R. Dorsey returned from an exposition visit aboard the Western Pacific.

W. H. Wood Salt Lake G. R. Allen W. L. Ritter W. D. Kant Berkeley Cal E. Ter Reno C. A. Laing Fork W. T. Rutherford Mtn. City Thos. B. Stinton Mtn F. Baker Gold Creek Joe Baker Mrs. Ware Ogden Dan W. Edwards Cheyenne J. W. Reed

Warning on Hunting and Trespass at Nevada Ranches

Nevada Land & Livestock Company prohibits hunting fishing and shooting on all their ranches Marys River and the Sev enty One Ranches. Trespassers will be prosecuted according to law.

Mary's River Nevada Land & Livestock Company

Notice Warns Against Florence Critenton Home Solicitors

A public notice from M. R. Walker M D vice president warns residents not to pay money to trawling solicitors claiming authority to solicit funds for the Florence Critenton Home of Nevada. The home has never authorized such action and the elder woman traveling the state is acting fraudulently.

Florence Crittenton Nevada Crittenton Critten Home M. R. Walker M. D

Elko Tuscarora Stage Office Moves to Palace Livery

Elko Tuscarora stage office relocates from the Commercial Hotel to the Palace Livery Stable and begins operating a first class livery business.

Elko-Tuscarora Commercial Hotel Palace

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MR. Carnegie Patriot G. F. and Dan Edwards Ve. J.C. Toganini Duckwater Eiko R. M. Woodward Jack Creek Marsh Creek Justin Wintermantels Ager Clyde H Tavenner Congressione Ord Usu War Trust Daniels Andrew Carnegie United States Steel Corporation Carnegie Sidiaries Republican Club New York City Scotland Tracy Navy Carnegie Co Voice of God Armor Uncle Sam Elko Cleaning & Dyeing Works Elko Nev Elko Fur Shop Mayer Elko, Nevada W. P Waterers Nps Tewelry Diamond Krementz & CO Ostby & Barton Hawkes Cut Glass Gorham Bassett & CO Vanderbilt & CO Bradley & Hubberd KUEHL Wintermantel Jewelry CO Arctic Frank Arvuis W. Weiland A. Solomon Sacramento Geo Clayton Ed. McCadden Dick Jensen Wim.Hackett H. L. Kibbys M. R. Dorsey Sth Rean Neu Commercial St K. of P Frank Fernald Silver St L. G. Green Love Dupont Elke Adv.dl Elie Fuel Co Pierce Arrow Elko Automobile Company Tan Nnne Lady Cook Hotel Golden Reno, New Reno Securities CO Wingfield Pres H. G. Humphrey Res. Co N. Farnsworth Mer C. F. Burton, Secy. & Treas GEO. Russell CO Sparber M'Elroy D. McElroy Southern Pacific San Francisco Panama Pacific International Exposition Fulton ST. Gen L. Fat Passgr, Agt
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