Villa's Lata Uncovered by Gen Funston
General Frederick Funston announced Villa is located at Chinahua and is to be captured soon. He stated troops will be withdrawn after Villa is secured, with prospects of forcing a surrender or death.
14 Sep 1916
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1916
Page
1
General Frederick Funston announced Villa is located at Chinahua and is to be captured soon. He stated troops will be withdrawn after Villa is secured, with prospects of forcing a surrender or death.
Sheriff Lamb and Deputy Muller arrested D C Brichoux an Oregon hog fogger for the murder of Roo mpobwlh a wealthy stockman. Brichoux confessed to killing Goodwin and throwing the body in the Snake River. He shipped two suitcases from Ontario to Windemueen and traveled by Ford to Boise where he cashed 8500 at the First National Bank and telegraphed the funds Sunday morning.
A damaged review describes a Bradley Theatre Saturday showing of a dramatic production titled Damaged Goods. The scene centers on love life and death with the clown character named Erie Eture delivering a powerful impression that lingers for many mothers and their children in attendance.
Henry Anderson and Mrs Anderson prepare for a cross country trip by air from Red Wood City California to Nevada. The pair intend to join aviation school in Reno and then travel to Benec, with funds allocated for the voyage and endorsement by Elko Water and Light Corporation supervisor Thomas Gritchley while awaiting post office details.
London report says Kaiser Wilhelm held a war council with Generals Stell and Teutonic leaders to launch a large Balkan offensive. About 250000 troops, aircraft, and Turkish and Byzantine allies may cooperate as German forces redeploy eastward toward a decisive eastern theater.
Mr WM Wiley of the Metropolis Land Company urged land seekers to invest in irrigated parcels near Metropolis. He described wheat and alfalfa yields, projected price ranges, and favorable terms with 10 percent yearly payments. The note highlights regional growth and a call for homeseekers to consider settling the area.
County Commissioner J G Gregory, injured in the Overland car race, says a chain broke and caused the crash. He expects to be back at work in about two to three weeks after medical rest and reports improving strength and memory.
Fragmentary text indicates an official update to residents across Fiko and the surrounding county. The Independent references local governance and ongoing efforts affecting the public, inviting attention to forthcoming notices.
Walter J Millard, an English speaker for Grant Miller, accuses Sammie Platt of backing a plan to defeat Senator Pittman. The meeting in Telescope Hall prompts local backlash as residents denounce unverified charges and defend the administration and railroad regulation progress.
Mr and Mrs EB Holden Jr guests at Mayer Hotel return from Southern California honeymoon. Holden resumes mining operations in Tuscarora while his wife, a New York belle, decides to settle in Elko County. They praise Hiko scenery and plan to make it home. Also H Howard Dunbar held to answer grand jury on charge of false pretense regarding $1600 from Lena Scott of Platora in Interstate Life Insurance sale. Bond set at $2000 and he heads to Goldfield for work on a fuel gas plant.
The State Department announced that both Russia and Japan through their ambassadors assured the United States that the secret Russo Japanese treaty will not infringe American open door policy in China. Secretary Lansing said he would seek additional information while the British ambassador conferred with Lansing on Britain’s China plans.
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