Seweloren Pleads for Honest State Leadership in Nevada
The Szwriwen advocates nonpartisan virtue for Nevada officials and urges economy in state governance. It notes Fusion party dominance in legislature and offices, warns against extravagance, and calls for competent, incorruptible leaders. It pledges praise for prudent ethics and swift rebuke for betrayals of public trust.
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Revo
Sewriven
Nevada
Fusion Party
Beneft
Executive Department
Senrmen
Tax transient sheep in all counties urged by judge
Judd of White Pine introduces a bill to tax transient sheep in every county where they are herded for any period. Critics say it may be too sweeping yet aims to shield White Pine and Nye counties from incursions by other counties’ sheep. The Nevada State mining issue highlights cyaniding tests at the Obsinman mine in Ely with Louis Janin Jr. reporting, plus illustrations of Eureka properties and the Diamond mine.
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Judd
White Pine
Nye
Nevada
Pacific Coast
Obsinman
Ely
White Pine Coasty
Louis Janin, Jr
Eureka
Diamond
Eureka Con
Richmond
Hardin bill proposes Nevada town business corporations
Humboldt legislator Hardin introduces a bill allowing companies for the trans sation of legitimate business to be formed and incorporated under the Town of Nevada on terms as favorable as those in any other state. He urges swift passage of the measure.
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Hardin
Humboldt
Nevada
Revenue Reform Advocated by State Assessors
A California convention of assessors in Sacramento adopted a resolution favoring separating state and county revenue sources and implementing gradual fees to fund state needs through the general property tax. The piece urges revising crude revenue laws to ensure equal taxation and justice for every citizen, warning against hasty legislation.
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California
Assessors of Californian
Sacramento
Governor Sparks Message Acknowledges Sadler Tribute
Governor Sparks presents a modest message praising ex Governor Sadler and endorsing his recommendations. He admits inexperience in legislative and executive affairs and pledges to apply his best efforts to state upbuilding and advancing all business interests. A Senate review may outline key points in the next issue.
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Sparks
Sadler
SenTinen
Newlands Chosen for U S Senate by Legislature
The Legislative ballot resulted in Francis G. Newlands elected as United States Senator with 80 votes in the Assembly and 13 in the Senate, defeating Hawley. Joint session confirmed the selections. Wyoming’s long trial of women's suffrage is cited, with advocates challenging opponents to prove harm, noting seasoned supporters praise equal suffrage.
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United States
Francis G. Newlands
Assembly
Newlands
Hawley
Senate
Wyoming
Former Pine County publisher sells Democrat to Swift
W. L. Davie, former owner of the White Pine News, has sold the Democrat in Redwood City California to J. W. Swift who will run the paper. Davie is described as a rustler and reportedly earned more from the White Pine News than any Nevada newspaper man, allegedly creating 40,000 on the News.
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W. L. Davie
White Pine News
Democrat
Redwood City
Cal
J. W. Swift
Davis
Nevada
Lincoln county bill seeks eight hour workday in mills mines and smelters
Denton of Lincoln county has introduced a bill in the Assembly making eight hours a legal day in mills mines or smelters. It will likely pass as both parties pledged support in the last campaign. Sheep are being driven into Lincoln county Nevada from Utah as owners' pastures are eaten, prompting calls for protection through legislation.
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Denton
Lincoln County
Nevada
Utah
Rockefeller Offers Million for Healthy Stomach Repair
John D. Rockefeller, the Standard Oil magnate, offers one million dollars to any physician who can provide him with a healthy stomach and good digestion. As yet the fortune remains unearned.
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John D. Rockefeller
Standard Oil
California legislator attache winds eight day clock for thirty eight
An attache of the California Legislature is paid 38 per day to wind an eight day clock. The remark calls the arrangement economy with a vengeance, highlighting the paltry wage for a clerical task.
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California
Exoneration of Traylor Gaskell Ends Keyeside Indictments
Ely miners union president William Lloyd faces two indictments for attempting to kidnap and murder William Traylor, while J A Traylor and James Gaskell are fully exonerated. Grand Jury reported, Ely White Pine county. Separate items cite Reno official Newlands on constitution revision and Silver Peak mining history with a ten stamp mill built in 1865 producing over a million in bullion.
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J. A Traylor
James Gaskell
Silver Peak District
Esmeralda County
Prodigal Reflections in a Old Wood Shed Memory
A fragment from the New York Journal recalling a Prodigal theme. The speaker fondly remembers moments spent with father in an old wood shed and hints at not returning soon. The tone is nostalgic and domestic, with implied personal memories rather than a broader news item.
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Pop
New York Journal
Nevada editor objects to relatives in legislative clerk positions
The Reno Ledger condemns lawmakers placing relatives in legislative clerkships over capable party workers. It argues such patronage undermines fair service, invites harsh criticism, and erodes political integrity. The paper urges that positions go to active party workers, not family members or connections.
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Reno Ledger
Ledger
Indies
Nevada
Obituaries of Hank Snell and Juline A Skinner
In Elko Nevada on January 24 1903 Hank Snell a native of New York aged 72 years died. At Osceola White Pine county Nevada on January 17 1902 Juline A Skinner a native of South Carolina aged 73 years died.
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Elko
Nevada
Hank Snell
New York
Osceola
White Pine County
Juline A. Skinner
South Carolina
Jury and Celia Jury Wed in Ogden Utah
William Jury and Celia Jury of Ruby Hill Eureka county Nevada married January 27 1903 in Ogden Utah by Justice of the Peace Berg.
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Ogden
Utah
Nevada Copper and Gold Mining Company Answer Due March 2
Wittsaan Weatex of Alpha Nevada notes the Nevada Copper and Gold Mining Company must answer to a United States Circuit Court injunction order. Defendants John L Williams Daniel Davis Richard Serpell Ed Altwegg and George W Leighton must appear at trial or face consequences. The injunction remains in effect until the hearing. January 28 1903.
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Whalen Con. Copper Mining Company
Nevada Copper & Gold Mining Company
United States Circuit Court
Nevada Copper and Gold Mining Company
Tte
United States Marshal
Wm. Whalen
John L. Williams
Daniel Davis
Richard Serpell
Ed Altwegg
George W. Leighton
United States Court
Wittsaan Weatex
Alpha
Nevada
Notice of Estate Administration in Eureka County Nevada
George E. Engstrom named administrator of Oliver Benson estate in Eureka County Nevada. All creditors must file claims with vouchers with the court within three months of first publication. First published January 31, 1908. Attorney for administrator is Oro A. Bautzer.
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Third Judicial District Court
State of
Nevada
Eureka County
Oliver Bennon
Eureks
George E. Engstrom
Oliver Benson
Oro
A. Bautezer
Bureke
Mary McCantil
Eureka
Busan McConnell
Mary McConne
J. H. Horan
Charles B Henderson
Eiko
Dog Named After Doctor Sparks Lighthearted Banter
A playful exchange features a child asking to name a dog after Dr. Squiers and a mother noting the pet’s “champion killer” likeness. The dialogue highlights a light domestic moment centered on admiration and humor.
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Dr. Squiers
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Lloyd
Reno Chamber of Commerce
NEW Today
Valentines
Wwe
H. M. Schneider
Arried
Bureke County
Mary McConnell
Eureka Opera House
Buoreeba Orchestra
Hiram Johnson
H. Kind
Gant Powder Companies
Sol Tipple
Eureka, Nevada
Main Street
Lindley & Company
Japan
Cround
Fin Eureka, Ruby Hill and Vicinity
Hylton & Williams
South
Elko County
Philip Paroul
Watias
Hylton & Williams, Proprietors
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