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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1915
Page
1
Washington observers report European press commentary on the American note to Germany shows hope for a peaceful path. Officials cite Germany’s likely desire to avoid new enemies and to meet U S demands within international law as support for a favorable outcome.
The Winnemucca squad defeated Elko 6 to 2 in a baseball game noted for Dell Manning and Claud Wilson power on offense. Milton B. Badt was appointed U S Referee in Bankruptcy for Elko Humboldt Eureka White Pine and Lander counties improving northern state case handling.
The estate of Seichi Sumi, a Japanese national who died in Sparks, is escheated to Nevada. Judge Morgan ordered the Public Administrator of Washoe County to pay about $400 to the state treasurer, crediting the sum to the school fund. The Elko sports notes follow.
A group of fifty beauty hopefuls tours the Grand Canyon on a Williams Arizona train journey with sightseers and a Las Vegas New Mexico stop. The report also details Portland Oregon stock fraud in cash register firms, with Carson City and Elko County victims and several guilty parties awaiting prison.
Citizens of Yerington awoke to find Main Street littered with dead dogs. Authorities and residents swiftly organized to count casualties and investigate the grisly event. Local officials urged calm as crime crews and animal welfare groups examined the scene for clues and possible motives.
County Commissioner Gregory and Road Supervisor Short traveled to Jarbidge to survey roads into the camp. They found the summit blocked by more than a foot of fresh snow and spent the night in their car as a brutal windstorm raged. They reported in time for dinner.
Mr and Mrs Leon Peck arrive from San Francisco this morning after their honeymoon. Mr Prof Miss Esther Baker wed in Seattle on June 1 and have spent their honeymoon on the coast. They plan a permanent residence here and will host friends after a few days.
In Washington DC on June 14 public and private buildings flew the Stars and Stripes to honor the 1777 resolution establishing the flag. Play Day at the Treasury featured Secretary McAdoo presiding and President Wilson as guest of honor with addresses and Marine Band music.
Trix suspects a party used siryehnine to wipe out the dows population while noting the presence of native and mongrel animals in the area.
Word reached here that Jack Tribble a well known local carpenter died in San Francisco yesterday morning He had traveled to the west for trebe font and hoped the lower 4 Sale would benefit him Tribble a native of this area was about thirty years old and also worked as a fishman by birth The report also noted that Liscoya had become dangerous and his fe departed at his bedside
In Atlanta, arguments for and against clemency for Leo Frank were heard before Governor Slaton. Former Governor Joseph M Brown opposed clemency, warning against undermining trial by jury. William M Howard argued Frank’s innocence rests on the trial record as Slaton questioned witness harmonization.
Special to The Independent recounts a race riot in Winnesboro South Carolina on June 14 when a mob attacked a white woman and police, resulting in two deaths and five officers wounded as rioters attempted to end the assault.
County Treasurer M. H. Miller completed the second installment tax roll and delinquent list, delivering them to County Auditor Greathouse. A copy of the delinquent list will be published by the Independent tomorrow.
German troops trapped Russian forces after a two day battle near Lemberg, led by General McKennen. The maneuver swept forty three miles, with sixteen thousand prisoners reported captured and heavy casualties. Uncalled for letters list follows, plus a brief police incident description.
Elko plans a semi holiday as business houses close for the Nevada Industrial School dedication. Superintendent Kyle extends an invitation to the public for fitting exercises. Governor Boyle will deliver the dedicatory address after arriving tomorrow morning on February 20.
Chicago endures the biggest street car strike in its history as fourteen thousand workers walk out. National league games are canceled and many theaters close. Downtown workers sleep on roofs due to halted traffic and transportation disruption. efforts to reopen lines with strike breakers possible if no compromise is reached.
Amos Roach has disposed of the Steele Garage to H. H. Duke and Victor Parus of Elko. Duke, a skilled auto machinist, is expected to continue attracting strong patronage under the new management. Advertise in the Daily Independent.
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