29 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1917
Page
1
London December 29 reports three British torpedo boat destroyers sunk by torpedoes or mines off the Dutch coast on December 22. Thirteen officers and 150 men are lost.
A Nevada school governance dispute centers on G B Hong who refuses to resign as superintendent while the board and executive committee clash over authority. Governor Bayle and Mrs Humphreys appointed Hows months ago. Kyle seeks control as resignations are contested. Attorney General opinions question who can appoint or remove the superintendent amid internal discord and reported maneuvers by board members.
Washington reports full navy details of destroyers Fanning and another ship sinking a submarine on December 24 after it moved to attack a merchant ship. Depth charges were used and one destroyer aided in the assault.
J G Scrugham state engineer and dean of the university college of engineering accepts a major’s commission in the army’s ordnance department and will likely be on leave from Nevada as he works in Washington. Governor Boyle’s return and discussions in Washington appear to have aligned his appointment with overseeing the engineering college’s duties.
J P Cotton head of the meat division urges farmers to hold back hogs amid transportation delays and a Chicago market glut. Prices are not expected to fall below 15.50 per hundredweight for packers’ droves, with cooperation needed to maintain the minimum. A meeting of the main board is planned, possibly early next week after the governor’s return.
The Home Guards banquet at the Mayer Hotel in Elko drew a large crowd and long celebration. J A Castile announced Henderson for the U S Senate vacancy, and a near unanimous resolution backed Henderson while dissenters urged support for McCarrin. The event featured speeches by Empey and others, with music, reminiscences of Civil War and Ypres, and a resonant call for unified support for Henderson.
Frigid temperatures linger across Minnesota and the northwest with readings at Morehead showing 20 below and Aberdeen South Dakota reporting 35 below zero. The cold spell dominates eastern St. Paul and surrounding regions as the region braces for continued low temperatures.
The report from the Director of the Office of Public Roads and Rural Engineering notes federal road funds totaling 75 million for highways and 10 million for forest roads, with states like New York Rhode Island Michigan and Vermont cited for specific appropriations. It highlights 1916 highway spending and projects calendar year 1917 expenditures as at least 60 million, showing increased federal support and state match across the union.
A fragmented text references a marital context with mentions of allowance and permission. The wording is unclear but implies one person seeking or noting an allowance or financial support connected to a marriage. No identifiable dates, people, or places are clearly stated.
Fragmentary wartime report describes German repulse of Italian assault near Monte Temba, with references to Lions on the heights and tremulous combat. Details are corrupted but indicate a back-and-forth battle on elevated terrain and Allied-leaning strategic positions.
The navy seeks eligible draftees for aviation roles in nine training camps. Recruits not needed for immediate quotas may enter Navy aviation after December 15. Urgent demand centers on mechanics, carpenters, quartermasters, and aviation specialists, with priority for those in allied trades.
George B Ruswel lates from Winneninera as he opens a new map business. A diverse slate of community figures praise his candidacy and his appointment prospects. Prominent residents have given their support while Charles T Menderaon chairs the local committee. Public sentiment appears favorable for Henderson in state-wide endorsements.
Dec 28. Major General Perling said in an interview that the prohibition of all intoxicating liquors for American troops is being discussed with the French government. He noted the matter centers on discipline and order among servicemen and the need for allied cooperation.
Fragmentary report from Buninia notes the Rusantan king’s abdication to Chowapsinge amid a war climate. It mentions Bolhevin headquarters, Rursatian troops, and Ferdinand joining Holwazaltern Biwily in a broader conflict context. King Charles died at Simla on October 1, prompting declarations of war with Austela in 1906.
The Nevada governor, acting governor Sullivan, faced calls to appoint a U.S. Senate replacement after the death of Senator Francis G. Newlands. The dispute centered on whether to fill the seat immediately and who should oversee the process as a train carried officials back to Carson City. The crowd pressed for prompt action while critics warned against rushed decisions and political maneuvering.
Rail road officials in Washington rejected a 40 percent pay demand from organized workers and placed the issue with the government. The report notes depictions of engineer Meride and other officials in Washington, with possible orders to attend to duties in France and the broader silver situation.
Accused figure faces a verdict with claimed innocence amid a tense courtroom scene. The jury questions the defendant while prosecutors and defense present uncertain arguments, leaving the outcome unresolved.
A fragmented OCR fragment hints at a discussion about relationships and a character named White. The text shows devotion and notes about getting along, but the context is unclear and parts are unreadable.
Local authorities are barred from confiscating coal as the United States Fuel Administration asserts control. Director Krusen in Philadelphia has seized four coal cars for local use without proper application. Garfield warns further confiscations are unnecessary if needs are coordinated with Mr. Potter and local administration. Max and Mrs. Arnhold are noted visitors from their Lee County ranch.
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