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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1906
Page
2
A column parodies political figures and events with playful jabs at Chauncey Depew, Aldrich, Rockefeller, and Hearst. It notes tariff debates, a pending ship subsidy bill, plans for San Francisco military posts, and gossip on Washington society. The piece mocks press coverage and calls for clear language from lawmakers while projecting a lively, opinionated tone.
The Nevada Supreme Court reprimanded Alfred Charts of Carson City for contempt linked to remarks about the Eight Hour Law case. Charts, once counsel for Peter Kair, objected to lower court decisions and accused justices of politics and ignorance. The home for orphans in Caroo grows, with 16 acres to feed and educate 63 children today.
The article discusses Texas efforts to curb corporate power through regulation and taxation, including foreign ownership limits, anti watering provisions, and investigative funding. It notes the desire to restrain external capital while avoiding turning the state into a master, highlighting reforms and outcomes like a shift of land back to Americans and ongoing corporate formation and railroad activity.
A sweep of state items reports property and tax changes in Washon County, a Reno suit against Western Union for $2000 over telegram delays, a 417 ounce per ton ore claim near Pioche triggering a stampede, a Tonopah suicide and suspected family tragedy, Utah business leaders en route to Ely, and a Halda mail pouch theft confession. Also noted are San Francisco corporate tax moves targeting Nevada and Arizona mining firms, Schwab mining protests, and Harbin stage station serving 200 meals daily at San Antone ranch amid Tonopah-Manhattan growth. Uncle Dick Dorsey battles cancer in Elko as local fortunes rise with Nye County cattle and Tonopah trade.
J A Wall a former Recorder of Ormady County killed himself Sunday near Rye Pubh while en route to Manhattan with Frank Helm. He drew a revolver from a bag and shot himself about 200 yards away, dying of a self-inflicted wound. He leaves a widow at Carson.
General Porter praised Owen Johnson’s In the Name of Liberty for its graphic depiction of Paris during the terror, noting the author’s French history study and dramatic portrayal. Johnson, twenty six, is described as a diligent student of French traditions and the son of Robert Johnson.
The Postmaster General George Cortelyou, recently sworn into the cabinet, shows measured restraint and intent to learn his department before speaking. He tells the president he has nothing in particular to add at first, while colleagues discuss their varied duties.
King Alfonso of Spain and Princess Ena of Battenberg wed preparations unfold as crowds cheer in San Sebastian. The betrothal ceremony in Welveslay follows royal introductions with King Edward VII’s blessing referenced. Princess Ena, born October 4, 1887, is described as graceful, athletic, multilingual, and highly poised for royal duties.
W W Booker editor of the Elko Independent and commission member reports from Logan Lincoln County that plowing leveling and site preparation are underway for the state experiment farm. Climate is ideal with peach almond and plum trees blooming and wheat barley and alfalfa growing rapidly. Early onions lettuce radishes and other vegetables are shipped to market. The Muddy River Valley looks set for its best season yet. Mining location blanks for sale at the Sercember office.
In Aureha County Nevada on February 20 1908 a baby girl was born to the wife of Maurice Saame nine months after the wedding. The newborn adds to the Saame household in Cutter.
A brief record from Cave Creek Nevada dated February 21 1006 notes a ceremony conducted by Reverend G H Greenfield of Ike Mine Thabel Flynn and Mr Samuel Wineal, with place and full details lacking in the fragment.
E W O'Brien D D S Dentist advertises graduate credentials from University of California College of Dentistry. Offers finest dental services at reasonable rates with all work guaranteed. Office on Brown Street, Horeke, Nevada.
Stockholders meeting of the Ruby Hill Tunnel and Mining Company will be held at P B Wells Furniture Store Eureka Nevada on Monday March 26 1906 at 2 o'clock p m for electing a Board of Trustees for the ensuing year and transacting miscellaneous business as may come before the meeting. Enclosures March 2 1906.
At the March 6 1906 meeting the county commissioners approved several sum allocations to named individuals. The record lists totals granted and the respective recipients, forming the official disbursement ledger for that session.
A fragmentary travel note recalls the Bridge of Light, famed as the Prize of Veilen, linking the Moles to the palace and seen by artists. It mentions two passages for prisoners led to doom and the bridge’s use for executions, reflecting historical injustice and tragedy along the Rio della Paglia.
The excerpt reflects 19th century debates on youth and education. It discusses methods to direct youthful energy, the dangers of prolonged vanity, and the call for disciplined instruction as a path to moral maturity. Poetical reflections by Matthew Arnold frame the concern.
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