Fingerprint transfer scare tests Bertsillon system myth
San Francisco detective Barns exposes a dangerous claim by handprint expert Theodore Kytka that prints can be moved to any object using blood stained light globe methods. Kytka demonstrates lifting a print onto a globe and transferring it to mislead experts, raising fear of wrongful identifications and framed evidence.
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Theodore Kytka
San Francisco
William J. Barns
Barns
Kytka
Burns
Union Street
Presido
New York
Nevada Opals From Virgin Valley Shine In Mineral Reports
The Virgin Valley opals in Humboldt County Nevada are praised for exceptional fire and color in 1912 reports. Best gem opals rival any locality with flashes of green blue yellow and red, some showing uniform color or patches that shift as they’re viewed. Dark opals yield peacock hues but many appear reddish brown in transmitted light. lighter opals yield striking gems. Douglas B Sterrett visited August 19–21 1913 to gather details for the 1913 resources report and future studies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virgin Valley
Humboldt County
Nevada
United States
United States Geological Survey
Douglas B. Sterrett
Geological Survey
Understanding a Prospect in Mining Value and Risk
The Denver Mining Record explains a prospect as land in a mineralized region showing direct and indirect ore evidence. It argues prospects offer high profit potential at low upfront cost, while developed mines command higher prices but require greater investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver Mining Record
Muscat Grapes Attract Nevada Growers Market Interest
The Las Vegas Age reports grapes from tropical Nevada in the Age office window. Experts praise their size flavor and high sugar content. Dr Park’s preliminary shipment drew immediate wire requests for full crop as soon as ready. Price stands at five cents per pound net to the grower with grower name and locality on each basket. Mrs Pafaun jokes about laws on marrying again after other suitors.
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Age
Las Vegas
Park
Kareks County Nevada Board of Equalization Notice
The Clerk of Kareks County Nevada reports receipt of the certified tax list and original property maps for 1913 from the county assessor. The Board of County Commissioners will meet as a Board of Equalization at the County Court House in Burks town starting Monday September 15 1913 at 2:30 pm and continue as needed until business is disposed of, with a final meeting limited to Monday October 6 1913.
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Board of County Commissioners
Kareks County
Nevada
Board of County Commisioners
Hama
Bursks
Tase
Notice of Homestead Suit in Carson City Nevada 1913
Notice of three year proof for William H. Sweeney Eureka Nevada on land described with sections one and four near Copenhagen Creek. Proceedings before Eureka County Clerk on September 16, 1913. Witnesses Bart Cerruti William J. Ebert Thor Blair Louis J. Coun. First published August 9 1913 last September 18 1913.
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Department of the Interior
U.S Land Office
Carson City
Nevada
William H. Sweeney
Eureka
Copenhagen Creek
Eureka County
Neada
Witnemer
Bart Cerruti
William J. Ebert
Toba Blair
William Blair
Estray notices at Eureka Land and Stock Co ranch
On August 26, 1913, at Fish Creek ranch of Eureka Land and Stock Company, two horses were found: a bald face sorrel with a Lazy JAB connected brand and a black horse with a bell and Lazy JAB connected. Owners may reclaim by proving ownership and paying charges. Eureka Nevada, August 24, 1913.
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Fish Creek
Eureka Land and Stock Company
Evasxs Laspaspardoe
Comrayr
Eureka, Nevada
Local Pictorial Review Repr seeks subscription agents
A Local Man or Woman is desired right now to represent The Pictorial Review in this territory to call on subscribers about to expire. Big money for representatives in other districts, over $500 per month. Spare time workers paid liberally. Send for details at PICTORIAL REVIEW New York City 222 West 39th street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pictorial Review
New York City
West 39Th Street
Restoration to Entry of Lands in National Forest Nevada
Lands in Toiyabe National Forest Nevada will be subject to settlement under homestead laws and the act of June 11 1906 at the Carson City land office on September 24 1913. Preference rights exist for settlers who cultivated for agriculture before January 1 1906, with qualification and prior right conditions specified, and exercised before September 24 1913. The lands are described by survey notes, beginning at corner marked FSMH 1, with details of location and listing by George B. Williams of Austin Nevada. Approved July 10 1913 by C M Bruce assistant commissioner of the General Land Office.
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Toiyabe National Forest
Nevada
United States
United States Land Office
Carson City
Chendowen Sams
Seretas
Motes
Old Log
Old Stock
George B. Williams
Austin
C. M. Bruce
The
General Land
Notary Public Ad at Eureka Post Office
R A Broy announces notary public services and insurance in Eureka Nevada. Emphasizes prompt attention to typing and copying at the Post Office. Legal blanks for sale at the Susrivet office.
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Eureka
Nevada
Susrivet
Notice of probate petition in Eureka Nevada 1913
In the Third Judicial District Court Eureka County Nevada B F Curler petitions for probate of Henry R Bradley last will and testament and letters of administration with will annexed to be issued hearing September 27 1913 at 10 a m in Eureka Nevada Interested parties may appear to show cause why the petition should not be granted Ganxer Craven attorneys for petitioner first published September 18 1913
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Henry R. Bradley
B. F. Curler Thas
Eureka
Nevada
R. McCharles
District Court
Eureka County
Ganxer & Craven
Maps of Eureka Mining District Add Windfall Mines Adjoining
The Sextinas received a limited number of pen black sod white pirate maps of the Eureka mining district. In addition to the Pardy map, windfall and other mines adjoining in the Secret Osnyox mining district are included. Price per map is seven dollars, by mail six cents extra.
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Eureka
Osnyox
Change of Diversion Point for James Creek Water Rights
Notice of application by George Arther of Cartin Kilw County Nevada to the State Engineer to alter the point of diversion for waters from James Creek in Ello Guanty. The request covers a dam in James Creek and a ditch system to supply irrigation lands described in various sections. Public notices reference prior appropriations of 29.100 acre feet and indicate publication dates September 30 1913 and October 14 1913.
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George Arther
Cartin
Kilw County
Nevada
James Greek
Ello Guanty
T. 38
N. Ke Sie
James Creek
N.rse
Sree
Anid
W. M. Kearney
Lost items reward offered for return to GenTINEL office
A fragment states a liberal Toward will be paid for the return of two apedecin cases to the GenTINEL office. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Beginning at Gor for a 64 mile Geutenang course
Beginning at Gor the course runs through multiple waypoints with distances and bearings. It describes a measured route including degrees and miles, with adjustments and markers named in a historical survey style. The text lists many coordinates and place names such as Get, Cordo, Geutenang, and Nb No 1, reflecting a detailed traverse plan.
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Lupe
Iain
Matin
W. Sian Hk
Geutenang
Kam
Cordo
Mining Tax Notice for Eureka County Quarter Ends June 30 1918
Notice given that taxes on mining proceeds in Eureka County for the quarter ending June 30 1918 are due and payable. The law will be strictly enforced. H. C. McTermney, Assessor of Eureka County Nevada.
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Eureka County
H. C. McTerney
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Board of Equalization
Louis J. Coun
Rewister
R. A. Broy
Third Judicial District Court of the
State of Nevada
Bureks County
Eureka Mining District
State of
Beveda
Aries
Levi Straus
Mes
A. Fraser
Eka
Eureka Cash Store Hardware and Ammunition
J.B. Biale
Giant Powder Co
Consolidated Ta All Coods
Henderson Banking Company
Elko, Nevada
L. C. Hunpensoy
Lamaent Huxpepsow
United Heater Land
Carwun
Merece
Urgamiin
Scer
Baad
Lee Wade
Jaene
Aho
Minin
Fewellen
Tang
Vthue
Carson Lily
Wan
Cor
Thebee
Huntingdon Mine
U.S
W. Onli
Lori
Gor
Mins
Soko
M. Praglion
Beara
Toepon
Tame Bull
LOWE
Whenen U
Cante
Shemve
Ewe
Cor Bud
Cor No
Thener
Bae Cor Berse B
Naly
Eagle Lode
Lone
Or. No
Vaud
Kare
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