Plains Solitude and Indian Conflicts from a Cavalry Scout
A first person reminiscence details frontier life on the Great Plains. The scout recalls leading raids from Fort Sheridan, using lead horses, bugle charges, and stealth to outmaneuver bands of Indians. He covers winters, blizzards, and rescues with Generals Carr and Sheridan, highlighting endurance and hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Wan
Broadway
Wall Street
Kershaw
Chester
Philadelone
Colonel Royal
Brown
Bache
Jack Hayes
Fort Sheridan
Buffalo
Red Brothers
Bill White
Indiana
Myself
Tenmaters
Kersinn
Napoleon
Moscow
Fifth Cavalry
Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia
Eureka Mining Camp Promise Seeps Through 1871 Letter
Alfard Chartz reports from Eureka Nevada praising current business conditions. He notes 200 tons of pay ore daily sent to Utah smelters, improved transport via Eureka and Palisade railroad, and timely wage payments. He highlights Windfall mine potential, cyanide processing hopes, and overall optimism for ore value and local prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alf Chartz
Carson
Eureka
Carson News
Plains
Oakland
California
Nevada
Enureka
Utah
Eureka and Palisade
Central Pacific
Hoosac Mountain
Mount Davidson
Prospect Mountain
Ruby
Ruby Hill
Alfred Chartz
Governor Demands Reno Vet O Rourke Resign Over Neglect
Governor Dickerson orders Dr. J W O Rourke Reno removed for failure to file legal reports conduct a state tour or perform duties. F Richardson of Goldfield appointed to fill the vacancy. In Elko County South Fork a mill accident killed Willie Williams when his clothing was caught in moving machinery tearing off a foot and causing severe injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickerson
J. W. O'Rourke
Reno
F. Richardson
Goldfield
South Fork
Elko County
Willie Williams
Engine cleaning methods compare hot water and wiping waste
A discussion notes that hot water removes grease and dirt from an engine more effectively than using waste as a cleaning wipe. The comparison highlights temperature advantage and material efficiency in cleaning processes.
Ranch For Sale Near Palisade With 300 Acres
For sale is a 300 acre ranch near Palisade on the Western Pacific and E and P Railway lines. It includes 150 cattle, 30 horses, a dwelling, stable, blacksmith shop, slaughter house, corrals and all necessary machinery. Wagons and harness accompany the property. The cattle and horse range is among the finest in Eastern Nevada with ample water rights vested and perfect in every respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palisade
Western Pacific
Nevada
Also Mentioned on This Page
Buffalo Bill
Eugene A. Carr
Weder
Emmys
Old Boreas
Carr
Ponrose
Sheridan
General Carr
Stockholders’ Meeting
Northwestern Consolidated Mining Company
Masonic and Odd Fellows
R. A. Baoy
Harris
Unin
Bateman
Bareke
Razor
Harris 11
Proprieto
the Brown Hotel
Eastern
A. C. Florio
Scheeline Banking & Trust Co
Mbitag
Ye Hi
Lewers
Conner Miles
McMillan
An T
Ars
State News
Levistrauss&co
San Francisco
T. R. Jewell
Enderson Banking Company
Savings Department
Hleo
Eureka Brewery
Eureka’s
Paul Yost
Main & Clark Streets
Johnson Mercantile Co
Heiram Johnson
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