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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1909
Page
2
A transportation of rates appears in a Eureka issue dated Saturday April 7 1900 with Postoffice receipts and class matter noted. The item outlines various subscription prices and terms for readers.
Asset HL and McTorney in Palisade report a Tuesday official business. Western Pacific Railway rails laid through Palisade on Saturday with the route toward Beowawe. A severe Monday wind storm damaged several structures and disrupted travel, while a local celebration marked the arrival of the Burks and Palisade train from Eureka. A theft at a local store saw $300 to $400 worth of men’s furnishings stolen. search revealed no leads.
In Carson City a jury session draws witnesses jurors officers and other court personnel from across the state. The United States Court in session there costs the government a daily payroll estimated at over $1800 making it a substantial expense for a routine proceeding.
Deputy Lightfoot reported to state education authorities over a complaint against Miss Laura G Dillon, a Steppe district teacher in White Pine County. Dillon’s California high school credential was revoked for forged documents tied to a University of Minnesota diploma, and California records claim Illinois education and normal college credentials.
Eureka Local No 265 adopts resolutions of tribute for Rasly Alfred Philiple who was called to rest. The notice notes sympathy to his widow and family, mourning for 30 days, and distribution of copies to the Miners Magazine and local paper. A separate item mentions the Aboract Company operating the Windfall property and pending wharf work resumption once the whim is ready.
The Grand Jury presented its final 1908 report to Judge Breen on March 29, noting thorough examination of county officers. Committees on books roads and morals filed detailed findings from Palisade to Eureka, recommending repairs, new fixtures, licenses, and enforcement actions for public buildings, jails, schools, and water closets while commending county officers and the auditor.
Nevada ex district attorney Patrick Mc Carran of Nye County and his wife bought a Reno residence and will reside there permanently. The report also notes multiple local items including school attendance awards, a Carson death of Leopold Stern, a suicide in Cody, a Tonopah Mining dividend raise to 140 percent, and a double fatality near Ely involving Joseph Leigh and Milo Gravorac.
Creditors take over the Calkins syndicate including the San Francisco publishing plant and papers such as the Sacramento Union Fresno Herald and smaller papers. L. E. Bontz appointed to supervise the Union in Sacramento and W. J. Privk to handle the Fresno Herald temporary. Debts reportedly run to about 150000 with stockholders facing possible losses and extra liabilities.
In Ely Nevada James Watson a steam fitter disappeared after telling his wife he would talk with a friend. His partly devoured body was found in a gulch near Murray Osmon and identified by papers on his person. Police suspect death from exposure while still under the effects of a drug he had taken at a local saloon. His wife recently gave birth.
The Independent reports donators Hapter and Coryell of Eiko are criticized for opposing the guarantee deposit feature of a banking bill. Some papers allege John Henderson pressured them, but the claim is unsupported as neither were pledged to vote for the provision. They are said to have voted their convictions.
The report lists metal prices with silver at 50 cents per ounce in New York, lead at 4 dollars per 100 pounds in Salt Lake, and copper at 12 cents in Salt Lake. Prices reflect market movement and inventory levels.
The Nevada Funeral Directors Association met in Reno on April 19 to establish a school of embalming. A state exam will follow the course, granting certificates and state licenses to successful applicants. Prof. W. P. Hohenschub of Iowa City, Iowa, will serve as maturer and demonstrator.
Edward A. Hughes, condemned for the George Gilliam murder, hanged himself Saturday from a steel bar in Goldfield using blankets as a noose. A note left stated this was the best way to end a new trial. Gilliam was shot on Goldfield Street as townsfolk crowded the area amid rumors of a motive tied to Hughes’s wife’s affections.
An Elko Nevada advertisement promotes inexpensive land parcels bought long ago. It highlights ground acquired at low cost now priced up to 875 dollars per lot, presenting a money making opportunity through Elko real estate.
The annual meeting of stockholders of the Ruby Hill Tunnel Mining Company will be held at the company office in Eureka Nevada on Saturday March 27 1900 at 2 oclock p.m. for electing a Board of Trustees and other business. Secretary C O Have Eureka Nevada March 1 1909.
On account of being called to California on business the practitioner will be absent for about six weeks to two months. Dr G M Roberts will take charge of the practice until return. The arrangement ensures continued care during the temporary absence.
Special Examiner Lyon of the Interstate Commerce Commission arrived in Reno for a Nevada Railroad Commission fight against Southern Pacific and the Nevada California Oregon Railroads. The commission seeks an intermediate terminal rate for Reno, arguing Reno shippers pay high backhaul rates from San Francisco or Sacramento. Frank McClane, expert for Spokane, prepared the supplemental complaint, asserting Nevada acts for Reno and the state overall.
John J. Taylor and James Edson, prominent Nevada stock raisers, purchased 30 head of thoroughbred mares from George Webb of Carson Valley. The average price exceeded 250 per mare, with each animal weighing 1500 to 2000 pounds. The mares will be shipped to the Taylor-Edwour ranch in Elko County for breeding.
Government officials in Carson City report plans to accept more homestead applications for the Truckee Carson Irrigation Project. The government claims it must secure control of water flows from Lake Tahoe to regulate canals and aid settlers, with tie lines to electric interests and regional investors. Esmeralda County leads in campaign gains, as Mr Bryan’s 1908 remarks influence precinct outcomes statewide.
A recent resolution defines booster as a man who lies and a knocker as a man who does not believe bin, framing a controversial stance within the group. The wording suggests a coded social critique and internal factionalism discussed in the local column.
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