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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1904
Page
3
Arbor Day closures mark Eureka public school’s Friday schedule as residents report on local movements. Notables include Miss Gustina Bromenkampf departing for San Francisco, W R Avock directing Waldorf resort at Vallejo, and various Eureka residents returning from trips or preparing for local elections and improvements.
In Eureka Justice Court last week Dr C G Gordon sought 209 from Judge Peter Breen for services to his sick children. A jury last Saturday sided with Breen for 209 and the verdict favored the defendant 10 to 2. Gordon filed for a new trial but Judge Cramer denied the motion.
Eureka County Commissioners warn travelers from Tonopah and Belmont in Nye County and other areas with smallpox to expect possible quarantines. They consider establishing a strict quarantine in Eureka and Ruby Hill against infected towns to prevent spread. Individuals entering Eureka or Ruby Hill from known outbreak areas may be turned back or held in the pest house until danger passes. The board notes recent travel from Eureka to Tonopah and back with alleged exposure, prompting urgent action.
A baby of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Schaeffer on Hamilton road near Eight Mile House suffered a broken right leg when lifted from a cart and dropped as a 6-year-old sister carried it toward the house. The infant was taken to Eureka for surgical treatment and the full extent of injuries is not yet known.
J P Raine of Palisade has let contracts for a two story brick building 50 by 100 feet on Harriman avenue East Reno The lower floor will house a wholesale meat shop and grocery while the upper floor will be a hall with spring floor for dancers and a stage for theatrical performances making it the largest and most complete amusement hall in Nevada Also the 10 year old son of Martin Filipini of Raby Hill is down with scarlet fever Dr Barnett is in attendance
Reno based T. D. Collings of Singer Sewing Machine Co visited Eureka to sell machines. Sheriff Burdick demanded a license and argued against Collings view that interstate law allows sale without a license in original packages. Collings obtained a peddler license under protest after dispute over packaging and trial sales.
The marriage of William Grimes and Lizzie Pepper was solemnized at the Catholic Church in Tonopah Nye County Nevada on April 9 1904 with Rev Father Butler officiating. Attendance included many friends and Eu rekans. A reception at the Turner residence followed with the Tonopah Male Quartet performing. Lizzie Pepper Grimes is from Eureka and a granddaughter of Henry and Mrs Zadow. The couple will reside in Tonopah.
Eureka hosts a grand ball on Friday April 29 to mark the Order of Odd Fellows eighty fifth anniversary. Bullion Encampment No 10 Eureka Lodge No 22 and Diamond Rebekah Lodge No 8 organize the event at the Masonic and IOOF Hall with Prof Rice's orchestra. Committees are active and guests will enjoy a social evening in line with past successes.
On Friday April 8 executors R A Laird and others presented final account for George Young estate with a petition for residue distribution. The account was approved and a decree distributed to heirs, then discharges issued upon receipts. Guardian for Mrs M Dolan feeble minded in Nevada Hospital. Baker T Gray appointed guardian with bond of 875.
John Gianola, injured by a giant cap explosion near Ely last week, was taken to Eureka for treatment. The Italian Benevolent Society arranged transport to Salt Lake. Doctors removed his right eye. the other eye and face injuries were minor. He rests at Sisters' Hospital under care.
About twenty five of Miss Rose Coyle's young friends gathered at her Eureka home Friday evening for a pleasant surprise. They enjoyed games and dancing followed by dainty refreshments, making the hours merry for all involved.
Mary Frances McGarry wife of M McGarry died suddenly at her Eureka home on Atlas Hill on Wednesday April 15 1904 after a brief illness. She leaving six children and relatives in the East and Canada. She had long resided in Eureka and was known as a kind charitable neighbor. The funeral will follow the arrival of two daughters from the East.
William Hash, 72, native of Illinois, died after an April accident at Eighteen Mile House on the Hamilton road. Employed by the Eureka and Ely Stage Company, he was injured when a box collapsed while he placed a lantern, fracturing ribs and causing internal injuries. He lingered until Tuesday night, guarded by the stage company and laid to rest at Hjul's undertakers. He had lived around Eureka for about thirty years with no known relatives.
We extend heartfelt thanks to Eureka and vicinity for sympathetic kindness shown during our bereavement. Spencer Reviews Ma and Mus W C Stewart Rev J E Johnston will conduct services at the Presbyterian Church Sunday with a 1 15 PM sermon and a 7 30 PM evening service.
The Petropavlovsk, a Russian battleship of 10 960 tons, struck a mine near Port Arthur and sank after turning turtle. About 600 sailors are reported dead or missing. Grand Duke Cyril survived with minor injuries as Vice Admiral Makaroff’s squadron engaged the Japanese fleet. Official dispatches confirm the loss and note the fleet’s return to the roadstead as reinforcements arrived.
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