Capital of the World marks a new epoch in U S progress
The article lauds Washington as a world capital, tracing its origin from 1774 to the move of government in 1800. It notes the choice of Potomac site, the 1790 act, L Hatant’s plan, and Washington’s arrival of 1800, with Adams and cabinet members arriving as Congress met in the new capital.
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Rome
London
Paris
Tokio
Edinburgh
Vienna
Berlin
United States
Ainsworth R. Spofford
Congress
Washington
Jefferson
L.enfant
Bilicott
Continental Congress
Congress of the Confederation
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Lancaster
York
Princeton
Annapolis
Trenton
New York
Maryland
Virginia
Potomac River
Conococheagues
Hagerstown
Harper's Ferry
Pierre Charles L'Hatant
Thomas Jefferson
Versailles
Delaware
Chesapeake Bays
Potoma River
Less Than Million Sheep In State Report
The annual report of the State Sheep Commission by secretary G. D. Wolfensparger shows there are 944,749 sheep and 945 goats in Nevada, with 209,755 sheep in Elko, 131,211 in Humboldt, and 126,563 in Washoe. The total sheep, bucks, and goats valuation is $5,763,275. 1921 expenditures were $2,050.83 for commissions and inspectors. tax receipts reached $17,294.89 with Washoe, Humboldt, and Elko contributing portions.
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Nevada
G. D. Wolfensparger
Elko County
Humboldt County
Washoe County
State
Elko
Money Growing Muse Melons in 1921 Cantalope Analysis
J A Reed Churchill County county agent analyzes 1921 cantaloupe crop. Reported net return per acre ranges from 120 to 140 dollars after costs. Fallon market crates fetch 2.92 dollars, shipping 1.86 per crate, leaving about 1.06. Packing costs 0.30 to 0.40 per crate, with net grower receipts around 0.60 to 0.70 per crate. Average yield 200 crates per acre. Freight rates down about 10 percent.
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J. A. Reed
Churchill County
Pittsburg
B. Fallon
Fallon Eagle
Debates Stir Hollywood Crowds Over Stratton Brady Clash
Word from Hollywood says the Rev John Roach Stratton versus William A Brady dispute at Calvary Baptist Church New York draws more excitement than the Taylor ward ar buck le affair. Hisses greet Mary Pickford name signaling waning public favor while industry jealously and showmanship fuel a lively scene with cheers hisses and calls to throw him out. Brady’s remark about stratton slandering Pickford met with laughter and jeers showing audience unpredictability. Motion picture money remains the engine though critics and censorship debates ripple through the industry with international curiosity and shifting loyalties.
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Hollywood
John Roach Stratton
William A. Brady
Calvary Baptist Church
New York
Taylor Wirder
Arbuckle
Mary Pickford
Goualp
Movetisi
Mr. Brady
Dr. Stratton
Doug Fairbanks
Chicago
Paris
United States
Truce talk, loans, and potat o advice in current comment
Arthur Brisbane surveys European peace hopes and the ten year truce idea with Britain and France divided on security. He notes Reed’s push for a hardened ambassador and critiques foreign loans and economic strain. Mary Pickford earnings and mineral salts in vegetables are also discussed alongside a warm invitation to Wintemucca for the state scholastic track meet.
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Arthur Brisbane Lloyd George
Europe
France
Ruswin
Germany
Wintemucca
Ten Year Sentence For Henderson Assailant
Charles A. Greek aged 65 was sentenced to ten years in prison by Chief Justice McCoy in the District of Columbia supreme court for shooting former Senator Charles B. Henderson of Nevada. An appeal was noted and bail set at 15,000 dollars. The doctor testified Greek was paranoid but legally responsible.
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Washington
Charles A. Greek
Charles B. Henderson
Nevada
McCoy
District of Columbia Supreme Court
Henderson
Senate
Buller
Grock
Senator Henderson
Grant
D. Percy Hickling
District of Columbia
Former Reno Postal Inspector Indicted in Boise Case
A federal grand jury in Boise Idaho indicted Donald Means a former postal inspector for posing as a federal official while off duty. He allegedly collected funds from several postmasters after losing his commission and had long Reno service history.
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Reno Postal
Portland Oregon
Boise, Idaho
Donald Means
Means
Reno
Postal Service
Landru Executed In France For Serial Murders
In Versailles on February 25 Henri Landru, famed for luring women with marriage proposals, was beheaded at St Pierre prison after a guilty verdict in November 1921 for murdering ten women and one child. A crowd watched as the condemned man faced the guillotine, declaring innocence and accepting death.
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Versailles
France
Henri Londra
St. Pierre
Jove- Ams
Landru
Landur
Astaire
Henderson Banking Co Promises Thoughtful Service and Rates
The Henderson Banking Co advertises careful attention to deposits with four percent interest and a minimum of 42k to start. It offers rental safe deposit boxes from $3.00 yearly, drafts on major titles, fire and life insurance with solid companies, traveler's checks, and steamer tickets through Cunard Line.
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Uty
Cunard Line
Draying and General Jobbing Ad From Almont Pastorino
Almont Pastorino announces the purchase of Marco Venturino's draying and general jobbing business and offers hauling by team and trucks at reasonable rates. This notice states the new proprietor is prepared to provide all kinds of hauling services.
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Marco Venturino
Notice to Creditors for Kate Peterson estate
The Third Judicial District Court of Nevada Eu reka County has appointed an administrator with the Will annexed for the estate of Kate Peterson. Creditors must file their claims with vouchers with the court clerk within three months from the first publication. Publication dates: January 28, 1922. first publication February 4, 1922. last date March 4, 1922. Reynolds & Bat Attorneys for Administrator.
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Third Judicial District Court
State of
Nevada
Eureka
Kate Peter
Reynolds & Bat Attorneys
Albert H. Englebright
Bertha A. Englebright
Clarence J. Englebright
Eureka-Croesus
Repetto
Publication dates for notice span January to March
First publication January 21 1922, last publication March 4 1922. This notice spans multiple issues, indicating a formal legal or public notice timeline.
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Capital OF the
Frederick J. Haskin
Mcial
Treasury Department
White House
Capitol
Gouverneur Morris
Adams
Frederick
Georgetown
Sentinel of Liberty
Abraham Bradley, Jr
Habersham
John Marshall
Supreme Court of the United States
Verdi Lumber Company
Elko, Nevada
Reed
Missouri
George Marvey
England
Italy
Copeland
New York City
Ireland
Henderson Banking CO
Elko Light Machinery
Adolph Biancani
Commercial St. . O
Reynolds & Eather
Court House
W. H. Brennen
A. E. Belanger
Europa Hotel
W. M. Clute
Geological
Clarence Johnson
P. D
Eureka County
Iyperson
Nevada University
Martin Mahoney
Pronger Soda Factory
Almont Pastorino
County of
Kate Peterson
W. Ruden
Western Electric Power
W. H. Supp
Eureka, Lander, Elko, White Pine and
Lincoln Counties
Box 92
Wells, Nevada
Stockgrowers and Ranchers’ Bank OF Reno, Nevada
Silver State Chemical Company
Winnemucca P. O
Elizabeth Englebright
George A. Englebright
R. McCharles
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