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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1912
Page
4
An editorial in Leslie's Weekly questions nominating a lawyer amid Republican contenders and urges electing a business man of high standing for November. It notes Taft’s disappointment and cites Wanamaker as a potential available figure, with the San Francisco Star remarking on upcoming surprises.
George Wingfield, president of the Goldfield Consolidated Mines Company, entertained Goldfield business men and residents at the Goldfield Hotel Saturday night. He said he would quit working his properties when he can no longer secure American miners, easing fears that foreign labor might be brought into the camp.
Jack Maher was sentenced to a year in the State Prison for gambling in Elko. He cried and sobbed uncontrollably at the Armory during the measurement and again as he was taken to the prison, tears streaming down his face.
The latest metal quotations list Silver at New York 589 cents per ounce Lead at New York four dollars per hundred pounds Copper at New York 14 12 dollars per hundred pounds
Duckwater school lists students on the March 8 honor roll for perfect attendance and satisfactory conduct. Named individuals include Charles Rogantini and Taeve Mxxoms with the teaching staff led by a teacher.
A Paris physician Dr Haube Dugers announces a cancer treatment using subcutaneous injections of peroxide of copper hydrate. Report says 33 cancer cases with varying malignancy partly or wholly cured, noting rapid arrest of growth and disappearance of injurious influence in the body. Also mentions Goldfield Consolidated Mines declares a regular dividend of 50 cents per share totaling $1,779,183.
The text discusses bananas as a curious plant allegedly from Eden myth, noting it is not woody and can reach 80 feet in height though lacking a true trunk. It claims heavy yields, with 44 times the weight of potatoes and 185 times that of wheat per acre, and asserts immunity to pests and disease.
Nevada newspaper clippings reflect harsh views on state police funding and duties at Carson City. Publicity Commissioner friction between Sam Davis and Charley Norcross surfaces, with editorial regret over hampered officials. Other items note Roosevelt support by Ely Expositor and Wingfield's political alignment at a Republican meeting in Reno.
The Ely Record and other western papers discuss alleged earth cracks in Jake's valley amid Newlands fencing plans. Headlines joke aside, cattlemen fear stock losses while Nevada’s silver and copper prices loom.
Nevada's first proning was performed in Reno as the Regents ruled the University Fund can no longer pay for University High School. The move cuts a minor treasury drain and prompts officials to consider staff departures and a six months European vacation for Dr Stubbs.
Jack Mayer proprietor of a roulette game in Elko was jailed for one year in Nevada State Prison after a raid on July 28. Four party members forfeited bail. A.C. Johnson and Albert Foreger acquitted. Contempt and perjury charges loom for juror Fred Stree. Judge Carter and Reno attorneys aided the prosecution.
The Tonopah Bonanza reports the death of George Turin in Tonopah last Saturday. A Nevadan for 50 years, he mined and prospected for four decades before settling around Tybo. Known as Old Tybo, he lived to 87, famed for kindness and desert charity. His cabin was a welcoming home and many in the state mourn his passing.
The Carson Appeal cites budget strain urging Truman style trimming to fit state treasury needs while urging Nevada University to cut costs. The Roosevelt taft divide is examined with readers warned that progressive sentiment will prevail in November elections regardless of nominee, as conservatives face a choice between Roosevelt and Taft.
Nevada state news reports a smallpox scare in Wells Elko County prompting vaccination for local schoolchildren. Other items note Tonopah Belmont stock changes and a Tonopah Bonanza accusation against Nevada Supreme Court, plus E R Harroun convicted of perjury in Winnemucca.
Polls across multiple states and cities report Roosevelt leading the field. Wisconsin Minnesota and other states show Roosevelt with clear margins, while Taft La Follette and Bryan trails appear in varied counts. Democratic champ Champ Clark leads the Democratic race with 1538 in a separate note.
Reno March 19 Governor Tasker L Oddie says he holds Mrs Baker in high regard yet opposes her husband Warden Ray Baker as the source of the dispute He asserts no harm to his relations with the warden and says Baker should be removed from office He plans to cut expenses including eliminating a stenographer trimming the irrigation commission payroll and reducing salaries at the state bank examiner office and elsewhere He promises further reductions and notes he will speak again later on
Secretary Wilson of the Department of Agriculture establishes a free cooperative laboratory in Reno for examining natural materials likely to contain potash. The Mackay School of Mines, Bureau of Soils, and U S Geological Survey join in the project with Professors George J. Young and A R Mertz in charge. Samples may be sent to the Co operative Laboratory, Mackay School of Mines, Reno, Nevada.
Fred Burnham formerly of Batts Montana and P H Lavelle, a miner, quarreled over a Montana mining claim in Goldfield Nevada today. Burnham stopped Lavelle, ordered surrender, Lavelle ran, Burnham shot him three times in the back then killed himself through the heart. Lavelle leaves a wife and five children.
The Board of Regents voted to abolish the high school and transfer all functions to the University High School. Officials cited economy and a longstanding move toward direct freshman admission after graduation, noting statewide high schools now offer sufficient preparation. The Tonopah fire on March caused a blaze at the Nevada Gas Company plant, destroying it and causing $25,000 in losses. repairs will begin immediately.
Situations Wanted notice from a middle aged couple described as capable sober industrious and clean white help with recommendations from reputable sources. They seek engagement in the West and provide address at 225 South Blake Street Olathe Kansas for replies through person named KING.
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