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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1916
Page
3
Jarbidge Nevada June 6 1916 reports confirm permanent and valuable ore deposits in the Jarbidge mineral system. Developments at Long Hike UK Buckeye Blaster Starlight and Legitimate mines push toward building a river power plant to supply mines and town with cheap power and light. Surveys are planned at several river points above and below the town.
The article describes mining camp development with high power costs, ore values of 12 to 16 dollars per ton, and amalgamation limits. It notes Twin Falls and Elko county road work improving access, upcoming river-road completion, and the need for a utils road finish as autos increase. Local residents Dr. R L Thompson, Frank Nevins, C Troup, and Al Hudson are mentioned with new ventures and transport plans. Jarbidge Jitney operates amid tough grades. The piece ends noting a mine being laid to rest.
Wes Phil Scott a 44 year old Dative Bootlana who had recently been hospitalized in Salt Lake and came from Ely died at the Alpha Boarding House on May 30 1916 at 4 p m. Death was sudden due to stomach disarray ulceration or cancer. He left a sister in Scotland and no other relatives known. The camp reports good weather abundant work and a wage increase of fifty cents a day to attract miners as several new properties start up and more workers are needed.
A long list of registered individuals and spouses appears, including Joseph W Hanah Ethel Fitzgerald W T McNeill Carlin D Milignano H S Marsh Cleveland O C M Smith and many others from Reno Elko Tonopah Salt Lake and surrounding areas. The roster includes multiple households in Wells Ruby Valley Jarbidge Divide Palisade and more with numerous first and last names and some spouses noted.
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