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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1912
Page
5
Eureka Nevada locals note several visitors including A. G. Lindakog of Ely and L. Slagel of Verdi Lumber Company. Fraternal groups meet with Eu reke Lodge No. 10 and Eu reke Templar No. 15 planning events. Students and teachers move between Reno, Cherry Creek, and rural schools as districts report solid school conditions.
Spencer Reynolds marshal of the day presents a Memorial Day programme to be held in Eurepe. The events start at 10 o clock with school and church participants, a prayer, addresses by Nobie Grand and Hon. Thomas J. McParlin, and a dirge by the Lobster Club Band. A parade forms on Main Street to the City Cemetery, then to the IC Cemetery before returning to the hall for dismissal. Citizens are urged to join in the observance honoring those who have gone before.
Grand Matron Mrs Ella Kyla of Reno and Grand Patron Dr W B Park of Las Vegas arrived Monday to visit Iphigenia Chapter No 6 O E S Eureka. A special meeting followed by an elaborate Hotel Zadow banquet hosted by Mrs William Zadow.
Windfall Mining Company secretary treasurer Harry Benedict arrived from Chicago on Wednesday to meet with George Z Edwards in Burok. The talks focus on possible capacity increases for the milling plant, with no definite plan yet and a likely decision within days to be reported in the Sentinel.
Reporter Spencer Plummer notes a runaway ore car on a 9000-foot incline at Mineral Hill north of Eureka. Two Mineral Hill Don Mining Company workers died after the car crashed through a mill wall, fell into a 12-foot water tank, and both men were found dead. Quillici family in Carlin Nevada mourns. other victim’s family from Italy. Coroner J M Requa conducted an inquest with verdict pending.
The Board of County Commissioners reports street cleanup efforts in the town including the Big Ditch, once a dumping ground for refuse. A sheriff and constable public notice warns that dumping refuse on streets or the Big Ditch is illegal, with fines and imprisonment for violations. Authorities urge public cooperation to maintain cleanliness and health.
Mr and Mrs Ulysses Lani and their two children of Huntington Valley Eiko County visit the Frank Romano family in Diamond Valley for a short stay. Marie Romano returns home from Reno after coursework at Healds Business College. T Charles of North Platte Neb purchases two carloads of horses in Diamond Valley and begins overland drive to Elko due to railroad car shortages.
Dr. R. L. Magoon of Ely Nevada returned home after a professional visit and will be in Eureka on June 2 and June 8 to attend to dental work.
The Board of County Commissioners directs strict enforcement against nuisances on public streets and in the Big Ditch. The sheriff and constable state they will arrest violators, including damp manure, tin cans, bailing wire, bark, or other refuse.
Miss Florence McMullie, who has taught district schools including Currant Creek in Nye County, has left for St. Paul Minnesota this week to study wireless telegraphy and prepare for operator duties.
The Nevada Board of Regents arranges a six week Summer Normal School in Reno starting June. Dormitory rates are 20 dollars monthly with a five dollar enrollment fee. Half fare rail rates for teachers are available via State Superintendent Bray. About 100 Nevada teachers are expected. Dr George Ordibal will be dean with Grace Day assisting.
Miss Alice McAndrews, Nevada State Journal representative, arrived in Eureka by train Friday to gather data for a souvenir edition. She aims to cover mining, schools, churches, business, and natural resources, and to present Nevada’s conditions comprehensively. The edition promises thorough facts and seeks local support to showcase Eureka County as a premier investment area.
Tonopah Nevada observed a citywide show of respect for John Gregovich after his death at the hands of Maarcovich. Stores closed, a large Odd Fellows led funeral escort formed the procession to the station. The grand jury indicted Maarcovich yesterday with trial likely set for June 4.
Legal blanks are offered for sale at the Lexrivan office. The notice specifies the document types and bidding terms and invites bidders to submit offers by a stated deadline. Readers are advised to consult the posted notice for exact requirements and dates.
The Bureks County High School will hold graduation at Bareks Opera House on Friday night for a class of four women and one man. Lars Imobersteg Edna Broy Kate Del Bondio Norma Green and Edward Berryman will receive diplomas. The four year course began after county control two years ago. The class is the first since the switch. The fall class intake is expected to be 12 to 15. Miss Imobersey has teaching certification and plans to teach. others intend further study. Edward Berryman will likely attend the University of Nevada in engineering next fall. No admission fee to the exercises.
Grand Chancellor W. R. Shaber paid an annual visiting call to Eureka on Monday night. Despite only two days notice, many members and guests welcomed him at Boatific's Castle Hall. After a talk by the Grand Chancellor, a banquet followed with supper and a spirit of good cheer until near midnight.
The Sentinel notes a May 20 wedding at the Charles Road ranch in Pine Valley for Charles Safford Walker of Palisade and Elizabeth Rand of Eureka County. Rev Hoyt E Henriques officiated. attendees included Chris Walker of Sparks and Mary Rand as bridesmaid. A luncheon and dance followed as the couple planned residence in Palisade.
R OC Vanderford manager of the OCredo Boreks Mining Company informs the Sentinel that timbering of the shaft on Adame Hill has been completed to the 400 foot level and prospecting work will begin from this point today.
Proceedings of the local Equal Franchise Society describe why 49 women desire the vote. The text argues women influence at home shapes the nation, cites Washington’s mother, and notes women’s education and citizenship. Nye County joins in, with meetings planned at Mrs. Berryman’s and Mrs. Brossemer’s homes. Chairmen extend invitation for June 6, 1913 at three o'clock.
A letter announced the death in San Francisco on May 11 of Mrs Kate Osnepa formerly Kate Corratl a Eureka native who lived for years with her parents on the Hammond ranch four miles north of Eureka until the family moved to California She had suffered poor health for years and died while under treatment in San Francisco Her remains were taken to Napa California for burial She was 27 years old.
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