13 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1916
Page
1
A garbled report describes mail thieves and protests tied to post office actions and a reaction from Secretary Lanning. It mentions a protest by civic groups and a call for accountability in handling mail and security, with references to national figures and ongoing political tension.
A fragmented report shows Samuel Phewoken and allies campaigning in Sevwidle for universal woman suffrage. The text mentions candidates favoring suffrage and a notable stance by a gentleman on Reform Day, with emphasis on political equality and public debate.
Several aspiring politicians in Elke and Wiged Republicans push for party influence to sway votes. They rely on personal connections to boost their chances, but critics doubt the plan will succeed against theShelaliots and the party leadership. Local officials and candidates deny their ties while noting resignations and party discipline across the county.
A garbled local report notes Judge Dugker convening a grand jury for the month end run. The piece references Abbey Creighton Theater and Die Diether Antonie, but many names and phrases are unclear.
Rioting strikers clash with police in Bayonne and New York City. Officers report being attacked. a civilian killed and several injured amid gunfire, fires, and vandalism. Police preserve order as crowds retaliate with rocks and bottles.
The Brad ley hosts a vaudeville bill headlined by ace sat Sete and a troupe led by the worklts lady champion The program includes singing dancing and comedic acts with images and photophey The show promises variety and value for patrons tonight at the Bradley theater
Local plan outlines the expected approval next day for White Memorial Hospital projects at Los Angeles. Proposed facilities include administration and surgical buildings plus a here memorial for future hospital needs, with an estimated cost over 61 thousand dollars.
Robert Lovett head of the Union Pacific Railway endorses President Wilson in New York citing his currency reform and handling of European war relations as key achievements. He criticizes the eight hour day controversy as a mistake but praises Wilson’s leadership and aims.
A district judge in Clark County sentenced the Northern Hotel operator and other gamblers to five years at hard labor in the penitentiary after their conviction for gambling. The prosecution pressed for strong penalties amid debates on reform versus punishment, with advocates arguing gambling harms families and society.
A joint French and British air squadron attacked German targets near Obendorf on the Neckar dropping four tons of explosives. Observers could not confirm damage, but widespread destruction was reported. Heavy fighting followed as both sides pursued and rammed, with several aircraft destroyed and others driven off.
The Snowflake brand Elko Flour Mill under W. W. Percival and crew grinds flour with smooth operation. The plant, a 70 barrel mill, can expand to 500 capacity as grain supplies from Lovelock and county run steady through 1917. Percival and Cather, veterans of the California mill, foresee growth and support home industry.
American destroyers patrol from New York to Northeastern Maine along the Atlantic coast. They are ordered to save lives wherever possible while enforcing American neutrality during the ongoing tensions with the UK and Allied operations.
The Ogden Standard reports Miss Anne Martin is well paid, claiming a $50,000 carnal fee and ties to Phoebe Hearst. Nevada papers question a staffer’s nervous prostration, while Royal Blue special travel to Reno draws hope and scandal among Republicans.
Boston report says the daring diver U-53 commanded by Captain Hans Rose was sighted 200 miles east of New York harbor traveling toward Europe. The diver halted near the neutral ship Bovie but pressed on after determination of neutrality. Navy officials deny any American submarine in the area and deem the report correct. A British destroyer rushed to sea, but the chase is considered hopeless.
The Interstate Commerce Commission declared justifiable a proposed rule requiring wool shipments from Western points to Eastern markets to be compressed to fifteen pounds per cubic foot for bales and twelve pounds for pulled wool. Los Angeles robbers protested the ruling.
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