German spy Swoboda held over La Touraine fire
Paris March 31 Raymond Swoboda accused German spy was arrested charged with setting the La Touraine ablaze while at sea three weeks earlier. The ship carried ammunition and 300 passengers from a Canadian port on March 3. Fire erupted off Ireland, threatening lives for nearly two days but the vessel reached a French port safely. Swoboda denies involvement and says he is American.
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Independent
Paris
Raymond Swoboda
la Touraine
Irish Sea
Swoboda
Ireland
Window Card Ad Motto Caution Calls For Ink
A fragment notes a poster card warning that advertising is worthless without careful use of printer's ink. The message urges restraint and a simple approach, emphasizing value and visibility of a card placed in a window.
Legal Opinions Split on Boxing Statute Repeal
Attorneys debate whether repealing an original boxing act also repeals amendatory acts without explicit mention. Governor Boyle faces a potential reopening of 1913 10 round rules or broad prizefight exposure, with Supreme Court interpretation likely.
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Boyle
Real
Supreme Court of
Huskey
Supreme Court
Rend
Sutherland
Tole
Jala
California
Huffman Va Hall
Pao
Fletcher
Ve. Prattier
Huffman Va. Hall
Ham Blaine in Toils of the Law Again
Ham Blaine an Indian, long known in the city and county for trouble, is again in trouble with authorities. He allegedly became intoxicated and caused property damage at the Indian camp outside town. He was arrested on a complaint by other Indians and will be tried before Judge Cantle this afternoon.
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Ham Blaine
Néema
Injaf
Cantle
Senator Keddie Buys Forty Thoroughbred Bulls in Ruby Valley
Senator W A Keddie of Fallon, in the city yesterday, left for Ruby Valley to purchase 40 thoroughbred bulls from William Short, a noted cattle raiser. He plans to distribute the cattle on North Fork ranches and near Fallon for fattening, with Short’s stock already highly sought after by western stockmen.
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W. A. Keddie
Fallon
Ruby Valley
William Short
Thrilling War Drama at the Wigwam Tonight
The four reel feature film The Next In Command screens at the Wigwam tonight. Shot in Africa, the drama features battles and escapes with tropical scenery. Also shown is Patho's Daily News 10th edition for 1915.
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Tropics
Africa
Wigwam
Patho
Daily News
Adv
Apiary bill vetoed by governor amid beekeeping concerns
The governor vetoed the apiary bill saying it lacks beekeepers support, conflicts with section 8 B 231, and creates a new department with an unaffordable appropriation. Lieutenant Governor Sullivan became acting governor during the absence of Governor Boyle, performing gubernatorial duties.
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Secretary of State
Sullivan
American Citizen Dead as Result German Torpedo
Washington reports the sinking of two English merchant ships by German submarines in the North Sea. An American citizen, L. C. Thasper of Racine, perished aboard one vessel. The incident prompts likely US consideration of a new ultimatum, with full State Department investigation to follow.
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L. C. Thasper
Racine
Independent
Washington
North Sea
Germany
United States
Thasper
New corporation for Elko County forms coal venture
The United States Fuel Company filed a certificate of incorporation with Nevada secretary of state. Headquartered in Montello Elko County the firm aims to develop coal claims in eastern Nevada. Original incorporators include HB L Carpenter B R Gibson G B Forrester Marion Helner and H R McMillan of Salt Lake City. A second filing shows Valvada Copper Company with works and agency at Luning Mineral County capital 2.5 million shares 600000 par 5.
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United States Fuel Company
Secretary of state-Nevada
Montello
Elko County
HB. L. Carpenter
B. R. Gibson
G. B.forrester
Marion Helner
H. R. McMillan
Salt Lake City
Valvada Copper Company
Luning
Mineral County
Eastern Star Matron Minnie McDonald Visits City
Mrs Minnie McDonald state Wor thy Grand Matron of the order of Eastern Star arrived in Ely this afternoon and will be guest of the lodge tonight Intentions work will be done while she is here and a banquet will follow in her honor
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Minnie McDonald
State
The
Order of Eastern Star
Ely
Relief After Failure To Pass Leasing And Water Power Bills
Washington reports relief for western landholders as Congress failed to pass the Leasing and Water Power bills. Private lands face double taxation while federal ownership dominates most of the area. The Mining Congress Journal notes taxes over thirty years approach land value, urging purchase of remaining private lands to fulfill government contracts. Alex Welland of Pie Creek is registered at the Commercial.
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Washington
Congress
Colorado
The
American Mining Congress
Mining Congress Journal
County road across Secret Pass promises easier winters
Crew of about 14 men works on grading for a new county road from this place to Ruby Valley. The route will remove a major winter travel obstacle and provide a durable bed with ample stone and materials. Commissioner Short has overseen the project amid favorable weather and expected broader county benefits.
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New County Road
Secret Pass
Hallack
Mare
Secret
Pam
Ruby Valley
Bowt
Avery Respect
Short
Ube
Wiveral Daya Taturnedo Biko
Revenue Act Changes Taxes Sparks County Tax Hikes
The newly enacted Revenue Act shifts license duties away from merchants hotel keepers and mercantile trades, forcing counties to raise local tax rates. Ormsby County loses about 4500 dollars from licenses and must increase the rate by over 16 cents, while Washoe sees more than twenty thousand dollars in lost revenue. The act targets billiard parlors bowling alleys opera houses saloons dance halls and cardrooms, elevating license burdens for many venues. The accompanying schedule outlines per county tax-rate changes for 1915 to 1916 to cover the deficits.
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Ormady
Ormsby County
Washoe County
Tach
Churchill. Clark
Prospects Bright for Fast Team at Elko High School
Prospects for a fast baseball team at Elko High are brighter this year with about 15 budding stars practicing daily under Coach Ross. Last year’s twirlers and infielders anchor the squad, including Clawson Porter Fernald Clinton, who show top form and promise sharp curves. A schedule is in the works, with home games expected and strong local fan support urged for a successful season.
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Elko High School
Ross
Ataff
Neculus
Clawson and
Porter
Fernald
Clinton
Elkopi
Tax Commission Moves Office to State Capital
The tax commission is relocating its office from the State Bank and Trust building to the state capital. For now the senate chamber and adjoining rooms will be used. A later capital commissioners meeting will decide permanent quarters. W. F. Linebarger, Carlin merchant, arrived on No. 10 this morning.
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the Tax Commission
State Bank and Trust Company
State Capital
Senate Chamber
Capitol Commissioners
W. F. Linebarger
Carlin
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Feng
Ruby Valley Rancher
Ham
Tom
Thomas
Bryan
State Department
NEW Corporation
Alex Welland
Pie Creek
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Trom
TAX Commission
Yjgalitan
Swift
Kirk
Lamollle Creamery Butter
Douth Fork Creamery
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