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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1921
Page
3
Report describes an Indian prisoner allegedly killing Jack in a bootleg square incident. The man later died by his own action as a jailer and a Mexican inmate witnessed sobbing and attempted Spanish lessons, with Cordis admitting remorse for the murder.
The Duke of Marlborough, now with a second wife, faces scrutiny as American heiresses court his title and Vanderbilt connections. Previous fortunes waned after early turmoil, then revived through marriage to a Vanderbilt daughter. The Beantown belle narrator questions the duke’s appeal and past dalliances amid a courtly-turbulent England.
President Samuel Gompers won a sweeping victory at the 41st AFL convention in Cincinnati. He received 26 022 votes to 12 324 for Lewis, defeating serious rivals since 1894 when John McBride briefly unseated him. Fort Worth offered only token opposition.
The Tex Rickard arena near Boyle's Thirty Acres in Jersey City is nearly ready for the July 3 title bout with Dempsey vs Carpentier. About 70 000 spectators expected, with extensive rail and ferry access and heavy security measures.
Pasadena police officers gain wireless phones to call for reinforcements when pursuing suspects. The system, installed to replace wired call boxes on regular beats, aims to speed communications and reduce clutter.
A critique of Mary Pickford Moore Fairbanks notes she is aging and no longer fits her childlike roles in Suds and other parts. The piece discusses reactions to her divorce case and suggests the publicity benefits her estranged husband Douglas Fairbanks has gained.
The Nevada Supreme Court or court held the state estopped from overturning a divorce decree between Mary Pickford Owen and Owen Moore after both parties accepted the decree. Mary Pickford, informed of the decision, declined to comment, noting that Douglas Fairbanks would speak for her. The outcome is described as very gratifying to all involved.
Advertising copy promotes Pioneer Soda Factory beverages with flavors including lemon cream orange raspberry grenadine root beer ginger ale and more. Claims use of high grade extracts and pure cane sugar with wartime tax included. Price listed as 2.25 per dozen large bottles with glass return considerations.
Lieut Willis Gordo Brown sought in Los Angeles is captured on a vessel. The arrest followed a Los Angeles District Attorney recognizing him aboard after the vessel cleared the harbor. Brown had disposed of a Buick and a Chandler in Tonopah. vehicles later returned to owners after proving title. The U S marshal circulars prompted officers not to risk action during transit.
Henderson Banking Co promotes savings with four percent per annum on deposits and urges customers to see its deposits rules. It offers safety deposit boxes from $3.00 per year, drafts sold worldwide, fire and life insurance by strong companies, and ship tickets via Cunard Line.
The Eureka Nevada Railway Company proposes a daily passenger run to Eureka, excluding Sundays, if patrons abandon Parcels Post. If not, service reverts to tri weekly and a new approach against the Post Office Depart ment may be pursued to restore a six day stage line. Pay for workers has dropped from about $7000 yearly to under $100 monthly.
Eureka meat market owner John Landa announces a general price cut on all meats with new per pound rates for beef and veal including Hind quarter 20 cents Full Loin 27 cents Full Round 22 cents Fore Quarter 1 cent and boiled meat 15 cents. Other meats are priced twice weekly per pound with Pork Sausage 35 cents Bologna 25 cents Head Cheese 25 cents Boiled Sliced Ham 10 cents Whole Ham 40 cents.
Company announces future demurrage charges on all cars held over free time. The notice states that demurrage will be charged for storage beyond allocated free time.
Eureka Nevada Railway Co warns agents to withhold delivery of freight until all tariff charges are paid under the Railroad Act approved 1920. The company will pursue proper prosecution for violations. J E Sexton general manager signs.
Notice of mining tax due for Eureka County Nevada for the quarter ended June 30 1921. Taxpayer urged to pay to the assessor W J Hooper with the law to enforce collection. Assessor of Eureka County Nevada.
Eureka County Nevada invites sealed bids by the Board of County Commissioners for a cement sidewalk with curbing and gutter, about 108 feet by eight feet, on the north side of Eureka in Hovee. Bids due July 26 1921 at 4 pm. deposit $250. work to be completed by September 10 1921. bonds and contract required. board may reject any or all bids. notices dated June 18 1921 with last publication July 23 1921.
Palisade School District No 6 invites sealed bids for building a frame and stucco school house 40 by 50 feet in Palisade Nevada. Foundation repairs must precede erection. materials list on file. bidder supplies remaining inputs and labor at own expense. Bid due July 11, 1921 at 10 pm. bond and contract required. $250 certified check deposited with clerk.
Delinquent taxes for 1920 on multiple properties in Eureka County Nevada will be sold at public auction on July 18, 1931. Taxes, penalties, and advertising costs must be paid to avoid sale. redemption allowed within one year with 15 percent plus 3 percent interest and costs. R McCharles, treasurer, and Edgar Eather note county officials and dates.
Notice of application to the State Engineer of Nevada for permission to appropriate public waters from West Crank in section 38 township 7 north range 37 east for irrigation and domestic use. Proposed dam and ditch conveyance would provide water at a stated flow per second from April 1 to October 1, not returned to the stream. Publication date July 23, 1921.
Notice to all residents in Hurekin calling for cleaning and removal of rubbish from streets, dwellings, stables, and public buildings starting June 7 1921. County Board of Health designates June 17 as Clean Up and Hauling Out Day with all occupants and property owners required to remove refuse to the public dumping ground. Rubbish includes manure, ash heaps, tin cans and any breeding ground for pests. hog pen area designated as hauling ground for Eurеka.
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