28 Jun 1915
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1915
Page
1
A chaotic Mexican uprising sparks a conspiracy that leads to American arrests and nationwide prosecutions. The development stirs concerns of United States intervention as Huerta and Obrozco push a renewed revolt.
Special to The Independent from El Paso Texas reports that more arrests will occur in the conspiracy to start a new revolution in Mexico. The actions will include a number of Americans as Huerta and Orozco begin a nationwide prosecution to push the latest revolution.
Elko and Winnemucca played to a 1 1 tie after a disputed ninth inning call by umpire Kronkel. Dell Manning allowed one hit as Elko’s pitcher shut out Winnemucca, while Captain Helfrich was injured on a line drive and later expected to miss weeks.
Berlin reports the German Austrian army occupies Salicz on the Dneister river in Galicia. It represents the most significant gain since the capture of Lemberg, underscoring a major eastern front advance.
The 9 to 5 contest featured Elko debuting a new pitcher Miller and Alma Brickus Campbell while Western Pacific arrived late. Umpire Tobin drew attention for surviving a potato throw in the ninth as players wore flashy costumes and local managers eyed a prize next Sunday. Sudden stream drops across Humboldt tributaries were noted.
The Russell party headed for Battle Mountain by train after their automobile broke down en route for a Fourth of July outing. George Russell Sr Ruth Russell Miss Mattle Russell and Mrs Newman were in the group.
Secretary Daniels urged the college to seek new weapons and to make the American navy the greatest. He called for revolutionary changes in naval power, including submarines and aircraft, to elevate U S naval strength to national preeminence.
Sheriff Elkins visited last week with a boy for the school and spoke highly of the new Industrial school four miles from Elko. He called the plant and equipment splendid and predicted success in reforming wayward boys into useful citizens. The home boys are eager to join, and they are already clearing sagebrush for a baseball field as Elko grows steadily.
The Independent prints the official Elko Rodeo and Elko County fair program for September 6 to 14. It will be larger brighter and contain statistical Elko county data and souvenir value. Advertising space is open with Independent reps visiting local businesses. J P Raines arrived yesterday.
The 1916 Nevada Senate race looms with talk of candidates across parties. Key Pittman appears to seek renomination with backing from Newlands and state officials, while McCarran weighs a bid. Republicans consider Whitehorse Harry Morehouse, former Governor Oddie, and others, with socialist A. Grant Miller poised to push socialism in the contest.
In the embezzlement case Dreeben & Sax vs John Cohn a preliminary examination was held before Justice Castle Saturday and the defendant was held to answer. The case will come up before the next grand jury. Attorney Tarold Vohe represented Cohn who made no defense. Cohn is accused of shipping store merchandise from Carlin owned by Dreeben & Sax to Sacramento for personal use and of taking goods without owners knowledge.
In a Chicago auto race over 100 miles Cooper led with a world record 100.04 mph while Resta and Cooper swapped positions. the race featured brush incidents but no accidents. Reat won in 6:07:27 at 97.6 mph with Rickenbacker third and Grant fourth.
Elko’s Bradley Opera house presents The Price a drama of a wealthy woman selling dope to society folk The Nun a former society favorite seeks drugs and the kidnapped daughter drives the plot The Rat explains life on the streets Climax grips the audience with strong performances by E H Fitzgibbons and Alina Danzeel A local girl plays The Kid in this town showadv.
Barney Horn and his brother Frank travel from Aura to Tuvearora and onward to Bandaged in Biko. They report the Bull Run journey proceeding smoothly with no incidents.
The renovated treasurer’s vault in Carson City is finished and active. A security system by American Bank Protection of Minneapolis includes electric alarms, a steel reinforced vault, timed closures, and a manganese steel safe. The setup, with gong alarms and clocked access, aims to cut insurance costs and reduce need for guards.
A summer storm sweeps through the Middle West with deadly force, leaving six fatalities in its wake. Authorities warn residents to seek shelter and avoid outdoor travel as the weather system lingers. Local emergency crews report multiple injuries and ongoing rescue operations in affected towns.
James Hosie, a local carpenter, fought off a rabid coyote south of town while walking with his dog. He struck the animal with a stick, killing it as it lunged. Hosie warns river travelers to take care and notes the creature likely had advanced rabies. Sheriff Harris travels to Eureka to pursue a board bill defaulter.
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