Local notices from Elko County and surrounding towns
Death of Hugh Jones noted with respect as a Tuscarora and Carlin resident. Elko County Bar to meet at court house to aid residents with questionnaires. Red Cross drives and Christmas campaign planned with many joining. Marines and army examinations update for James Rogers and Alma Campbell. Oriental goods shop advertised. Liberty Loan coupon aiding Red Cross noted. Ladies Mission Bazaar scheduled for Dec 15. Local social events and dining venues promoted for Dec 25 27 and New Year.
Milo Company to Perform Comedy Skit at Bradley Theater
The Milo Company announces a Dec 15 show at Bradley theater featuring a comedy musical skit with varied humor and a light program designed to leave audiences laughing and feeling happy long after the performance.
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Bradley Theater
Notable Comedy Trio Promises Orpheum Event Stardom
The note highlights Eugene De Bell, longtime principal comedian with Al G. Fields' Greater Minstrels, and Milo who recently completed a two week engagement at the Orpheum in San Francisco as added attractions. It also touts the entire company as star talent for a wonderful production.
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Eugene de Bell
al G. Fields
Greater Minstrels
America
Milo
Orpheum
San Francisco
Letters Remaining at Elko Post Office
The Elko post office lists uncalled letters for the week ending December 8 1917. Names include Mrs Henrietta Davis Mrs Tim Sullivan Tony Byers Delmar Harding J T Kenneally Andy McMann John Pobland Wm F Ralston. Callers should mention advertised and pay one cent. POSTMASTER.
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Elko
Henrietta Davis
Tim Sullivan
Tony Byers
Delmar Harding
J. T. Kenneally
Andy McMann
John Pobland
Wm. F. Ralston
The Sam n ies at American Lake Camp Lewis Visit
A Seattle Star account describes Camp Lewis as a growing war camp with a busy front yard full of soldiers and civilians. The piece captures a dusk parade on a vast field, the drill, the bugle call tenshon, and the band playing The Star Spangled Banner as 20 000 soldiers stand in formation.
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Seattle Star
Camp Lewis
Uncle Sam
Pacific Highway
United States Army
Camp Tewis
Sammy
Blood-Quickening Message in Back Yard Prompts War Spirit
In a secluded yard away from Sammy’s play area, a blood-quickening message reads "America prepares for battle." The line signals a wartime mood seeping into daily life, transforming ordinary space into a site of national mobilization and readiness.
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Sammy
America
Mine claims notice to hold during war years
The notice urges mining men to file intent to hold claims with the county recorder to avoid assessment work next year due to the war. The Independent published a form drawn by Attorney E. E. Caine, available by writing or visiting the office.
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County Recorder
Independent
E. E. Caine
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Lewis Sharp
Ruby Valley
Elko Todayy
Carson
Hugh Jones
Tuscarora
Carlin
Elko County Bar Association
Court House
Taber
Otto T. Williams
EB. E. Caine
Red Cross
United States
James Rogers
Marine Corps
Army
Aviation Corps
Alma Campbell
Ambulance Corps
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Whitesides Dental CO
Madeira
Cluny
Fillet
Florentine
M. Lamey
Railroad Street
Nest
Ladies’ Mission Circle
Elko Furniture and Carpet Company
Mayer Cafe
Hen Arnold
Mgr
Milo Company
Cunrre
Roee Seary
American Lake
Larg
Silver St
Fred
Voight
Lamoille
Nevada
J. Hunter
Nouce
Round House
Ed. Stein
Christian Science
Moody Hairdressing Parlors
Idaho Street
Art Emporium
Clifton Hotel
Streeta
P.O. Hox
Biko
W. P. Round House
Coats
Inquesho
Stelko
Nev
Commercial Street
S. P. Freight Depot
R. C. Toombs
Cleaners
Eiko
Eiko, Nev
French Baking Company
Bissinger & Co
E. J. Lyng
Not Tenderson Bane Company
Total Resources Nevada
Icaristmas
Wintermantel Jewelry Company
Etko
Geo. Russell Co
Carload
Elko, Nevada
Rae
First National Bank
Elro, Nevada
J. A. Sewell
Co. F. Williams
A. E. Kimball
E. E. Ennor
Elko Hotel
A. Puccinelli & CO
Commission House General Storage Dealers
Silver Street
Western Pacific Railroad
Ed Carville
Adams Express
W. P. RR
G. M. Blair
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