25 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
1
Dispatch from Verdun reports German advances repelled on our new front. Ground gained yesterday restored most territory since February 21, with Downumont and Douwuraont held. fort commandant captured. French troops praised for decisive victory.
The article notes Ming Market Preston Draper, famed as the fittest girl in Massachusetts, receiving a title linked to Italian aristocracy at noon today. It mentions a marriage to Prince Andrea de Hpasnt Ludoviet and uses ambiguous phrasing throughout.
Sacramento reports State Superintendent Charles Johnson announced a new law requiring bakers to raise bread prices. He said loaves must weigh not less than a set amount and large loaves exceed twenty four ounces. He argued the price increase is easier to implement than broader weight reductions.
Sixty two head of pure bred Shropshire bucks, well wooled and in fine condition, for sale at a bar sale. Apply at the Independent office.
A flood of new frame buildings rises along Main Street as lumber arrives from Coan Creek and Twin Falls. The Long Hikes Company expands facilities including a three room hospital and power plant while the Lone Mikes Company adds office extensions and a gas line project. An accident during a work shift is noted with details to follow.
A county education note from Elko explains the present building is inadequate to handle rising enrollment. With 195 students now and projected growth beyond 200 in five years, crowded laboratories and crowded classrooms hinder science and mathematics. Officials urge a new, adequately equipped high school with dormitory to keep students from seeking education out of state and to maintain Nevada schooling.
Report says Captain WOW Low Pivot Sergeant Frank L. Atwood and other officers of the Marine Corps were killed in Mexico. First Lieutenant John Marston injured in the interior clash with bandits near Santo Domingo City. Commanding officer Colonel Pendleton to report to the Department.
Enthusiasm grows for a big event at the rodeo track next Sunday. Drivers tune up as a large crowd and betting action build toward a potential $1000 purse and heavy wagers among bookmakers and attendees.
The Bradley theatre management announces a special bill featuring Mary Pickford the Queen of the Movies in a leading role at the Foundry. Also on the program tomorrow night Bertha Kalish the great English actress appears in Slander. Through the coming week top actresses Bibel Barrymore Helen Homes Altice Brady will headline at Bradley. Judge Ducker left for Winnemucca yesterday with Attorney General Thatcher and Deputy Pngpatrick to Carson. they plan to return for a trial date. J B McKee and S L Wines stockmen from Elko are in Elko today.
In New York on October 25 a dynamite bomb wrecked a subway station on Hundred and Tenth Street and Knox Ave. The blast injured the station staff and a ticket agent as a train departed two minutes earlier, with hundreds of passengers narrowly escaping. Police blame strikers or sympathizers, while union officials deny involvement and condemn the violence.
The Gold Circle camp backs Woodrow Wilson and Pittman in the national election effort. Led by Josephine Geytian and Mrs. Charters, the group promotes Wilson policies, expects strong support from Democratic voters, and opposes Anne Martin tactics.
Late war dispatches report Trieste civilians evacuating amid fears of imminent battle. Cernavoda in Romania reportedly fell to General Mackensen in a major drive with accompanying minor gains. Italian and French aircraft bombed Salvore Amago and Cittanova while Austrian planes collided with the sea and lagoon. Berlin denies a claim that General Falkenhyn was wounded. Russian casualties total 1,797,000 since June 1, including 85,000 officers.
The keel was laid today for the super dreadnought California at the Mare Island Navy Yard. This marks the first Pacific Coast built ship of its type. Notables attended ceremonies including the battleship Oregon entourage.
Washington October 25 General Funston reports to Secretary Baker that General Trevino has evacuated Chihuahua Carranza forces have suffered a severe defeat with over a thousand captured and slain Pershing says the situation is more serious than since the Columbus incidents Trevino may join Villa US officials warn of possible volatility but say preparedness remains high
Funston reports to the War Department that Mexican forces are marching north from the southern Chihuahua town of Palla. No attacks have been reported by Villlatas near Chihuahua. The Ladies' Mission Circle schedules an Election Day Dinner in the Baptist Church dining room.
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