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Newspaper

Elko Independent

Location

Elko, Nevada, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1918

Page

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Guggenheim buys gool? hope glains? mining district purchase

Fragmented OCR summary reports a mining claim deal in the Western Hemisphere near Tuscarora west of town, involving Guggenheim interests and Reed, Lesher, and others. It notes a price range between twenty and thirty thousand dollars and references court and mining district actions, with ongoing development plans and examinations.

Reed and Lesher Tuscarora Elias Goud Tuscaror Elko Ciery Mining Dietrier Mulniogt Butler cCoMemns

Mina Man Charged With Violating New Act

The U S Attorney file accuses Thetiay Grae, a Mina resident, of violating a new act. The complaint alleges he made statements disparaging England and German and Eurasian groups, with claims of harm and allegiance, amid a wartime security context.

Mina United States Woodbiin Thetiay Grae Pheertigshalart Grace We de Hacker Attormey Rene Mene Enghand Ininen Ciern Uriah Ger

McGill Patriots Rally for Red Cross Slacker on a Rail

A McGill worker, Dr. P Y Ken ton of East Ely, is chased by a crowd through a smelter town after leaving work. The Red Cross is targeted with a public fundraising drive, while community figures debate the incident and raise concerns about public safety and charity support.

McGill Patriots PY. Kenton East Ely McGill Kensoh McGil Peltibete Amd

White Pine Women Place Fourth in U S

White Pine women finish fourth in national standings amid efforts by local committees and the Henratyan group. The county appears to have shaped the event with a notable lead by a second district entity and a county endorsement.

White Pine U. S

United States Favors Russian Nationalistic Sione

Fragmentary text references United States actions and a court or penitentiary context with unclear names and terms. The readable portions hint at political tensions, a trial, and possible sentencing, mentioning a penitentiary and conviction prospects amid garbled OCR. The fragmentary nature limits precise entities or events.

United States Lansing Waitington Tee Vey Laren

Fire destroys Southern insane asylum incident report

A fire at a Southern insane asylum in Columbia on May 6 caused the deaths of sixteen patients and injuries to five staff members. Fire officials say the blaze began in a ward of the building, with efforts concentrated on evacuating patients as flames spread.

Southern Insane Asylum Columbia

Allies Forged Back by Hun Horne Huge Numbers Win Brief

A chaotic wartime summary notes Allied forces regrouping after heavy combat as German artillery near Albert is reported with some units attacking toward Amiens. The text also mentions American progress on the front with a strong counterattack repelled and American troops advancing on Pisardy Field.

Hun Horne

Too Much Water Endangers Wheat Yields Across Fields

The fragment discusses irrigation and soil moisture affecting wheat growth, noting that excessive water harms germination and stand establishment. It references rainfall patterns, soil texture, and weed competition as factors shaping field outcomes, with emphasis on timing of watering and plant development stages. The text cites agricultural guidance and observations from field trials, highlighting the balance between adequate moisture and waterlogging risks.

Pictures of German towns and bridges are wanted

The National Council of Defense asks for photographs drawings and descriptions of towns bridges and localities now occupied by German forces in France Belgium and Luxemburg and parts of Germany west of a running line from north to south through Hartford. States seek residents’ help and information is to be sent via state defense officials to county defense committees for transmission to Washington.

France Belesam Luxemburg Germany Norh Harture National Council of Defense State Councils of Defense National Council Neils War Department Renowrsett County de Fete c

Nebraska figures in wool donation and fund

In Lincoln by May 14, a donation of wool is reported tied to a five thousand dollar fund. Presiding officials and local citizens are named, with details concerning the distribution to the state staff and county needs.

Lincoln Presider Ahd Hiowernog Rel Nevilbe Staaf Seth

Cadet Aviator Killed In Tail Spin Incident

Cadet Chas Kalbator Phevigeteoel died during a tail spin maneuver near New York. Investigators and officers report the crash occurred while attempting a difficult maneuver aboard a military aircraft. The accident prompted a halt to certain flight procedures as the service reviews safety regulations.

Tea Service Beverage Tey and Savin Incident

A brief report notes a tea service issue involving beverage delivery at an event with Savin and M4 Aan named in attendance. No injuries reported. Officials investigated the recording and preliminary findings indicate no safety breach.

Fenive Perelee

Wheat quality declines amid spring frost effects

A Gazette report notes the wheat crop suffered from late frosts reducing quality, with Marquis and Miangie varieties highlighted. Experts warn moisture and water content influence market values, predicting continued lower quality through the growing period and potential price impacts.

Workmen Protests Wage Rise At Alexandria Demonstration

Washington reports that railroad workers protested Director General McAdoo's wage order with a day of work stoppages and a formal protest process. Officials urged handling through official channels as boards plan meetings to resolve wage disputes.

Washington Riilroad Administration McAdoo Alexandria He Southern Railway Alexandrian Railroad Administration Hield

Four Express Companies Merge Into Single Private Carrier

Ashington May 28 A new private express corporation to be called the Peters Express company will be formed by the merger of Adams American Welke Fargo and Southern express companies under a capital of over 30 million dollars. Director General McAdoo announced the agreement which includes a 10 percent rate increase pending Interstate Commerce Commission action. The merger aims to retain more than 10 000 employees as the companies consolidate trucks warehouses rail cars and other equipment for economy and efficiency.

Ashington United Express Company United States Agreesmont McAdoo Adams American Interstate Commerce Commission Utkin Imir Taylor

Merger Aims to Cut Costs and Improve Service

The simplified accounting plan by merged firms seeks to save millions and boost service. Arranged under war exigencies, the merger is intended as permanent to achieve a goal discussed for nearly a century. The four leading firms had barely cleared expenses, with Adams showing a deficit, and early this year worse results appeared.

Adams

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