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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1912
Page
4
A New Haven railroad executive calls the Panama Canal bill unconstitutional and argues railroads are taxed for canal construction yet barred from benefiting from new facilities. He says the measure amounts to indirect rate cutting and revenue loss for railroads, strengthening railroad critics.
A writer argues profit sharing only works when profits exist and notes that few firms sustain regular profits. He discusses worker bonuses, provident funds, and reserves as stabilizers, arguing shared profits boost tenure and allow businesses to endure downturns without drastic cuts or closures.
The Suez Canal Company rejects claims of a canal rate war linked to the Panama Canal. It cites a long tradition of toll reductions with dividend increases and says no thought of reprisals against Panama. At its June 8 annual meeting in Paris, it reported no large rise in receipts.
Returns from Tonopah and Manhattan list Pittman 681, Heer 295, McCarran 439 on the Democratic ticket and Massey 166, Frohlich 80, Roberts 149 on the Republican ticket. McCarran leads Heer by 109 and Roberts leads Frohlich by 119 on their respective tickets. Pittman leads Massey by 415 votes in total.
The ease of bundling the political knife from now to the general election will astonish. A political friend and a personal friend are two distinct individuals, to be proven before the campaign is half over.
Washington reports Taft warned Mexico’s President Madero to protect American lives and property within 30 days or face U S intervention. The statement came from a State Department official. Ambassador Calero carried a personal message to Madero amid Mexican troop movements to protect American interests.
In Philadelphia on September 12 a physician discusses corrality observed in two year old John Dugan. Mirrored in each eye are letters corresponding to the chosen name John Dogan. The right eye shows a graceful mark and the left eye a D, with the child’s eyesight described as perfect.
The second biennial Nevada Historical Society report, just issued, offers valuable information on early Nevada history and its key figures. The volume is elegantly bound with fine engravings and covers the society’s work and proceedings for the term ending December 31, 1910.
Ely will receive catfish expert Tim Vogt who heads culture and the hatchery. He departs for Washoe Lake to secure stock for transplanting. Thousands more fish will be shipped to Ely to thoroughly stock a small lake, building on earlier successes of about 1000 catfish landed there.
In Carson the Board of Pardons sits to review 60 inmate petitions for clemency or parole from the Nevada penitentiary. The session weighs whether to grant release or maintain current terms as part of state justice and reform efforts.
The Chicago Garment Makers Association declared the short tight skirt banished at its semi annual convention at the Hotel Sherman. New styles feature ankle length skirts with three quarter length coats and 154 designs on 75 living models impressed attendees. The collection showcased color diversity and a shift toward more comfortable shoes with lower heels.
The market will commence business Monday September 16 and operate to please the public. It will offer meats in season and also handle fresh fish and vegetables.
Lincoln Nebraska September 7 State Veterinarian Bostum reports a deadly form of cerebrospinal meningitis ravaging horses across much of southern Nebraska. Mules are nearly exempt no remedy has been found to date.
Beginning Monday September 15 through October 1 cash sales offer Swift's lard and 1b cans at reduced prices. 25¢ cans cut to 5¢ or 10¢, 20 1b tins marked down, salt pork and Armour Star bacon lowered per pound, Swift's Pride Soap and Sunday Moon Soap sold at bulk offers, Swift's Pickled Tongue tongues advertised at bargain prices.
The condition of Mrs. John Erickson of Tonopah visiting at Mr and Mrs Fred Black’s home remains about the same. A former notice noted Ed Erickson wife and son arriving from San Francisco called by his mother's Moors.
A girl sees a sign in a playful paragraph about marriage and doubt. The piece parodies social tropes by noting how words outlive actions and how men often misjudge women. It highlights quips on drink, bachelors, widows, and miscommunication in relationships.
Ely Nevada eye specialist Dr W E Taylor spent several days in Eureka the first of the week and will visit Eureka every three months. Those needing glasses or eye treatment should use his services as he makes regular visits and is recommended by many patients throughout Eastern Nevada.
Having purchased a five passenger Cadillac from J. A. Gilbert the proprietor plans to keep the auto on call at all hours for public service. Orders left at Brown or Zadow hotels will receive prompt attention. Advt. Srexcee Puvanren.
William Zadow of Eureka Nevada announces the sale of the People’s Market and butchering business to his son Rudolph Zadow. He requests all creditors present their claims and all debtors settle promptly as he plans to leave Eureka soon, dated September 14, 1912.
Board of County Commissioners of Eureka County Nevada will meet at the County Clerk office in Eureka on Monday September 16 1912 at 2 p.m. to hear tax assessment rolls and proceed with equalization. The meetings continue until business is disposed of and will not extend beyond October 7 1912 unless statutes require otherwise. R McCharles Clerk of the Board of Equalization Eureka Nevada September 7 1912.
Fruit will be sold on my ranch in New Ark Valley with summer and fall apples and peaches available. Prices per ton for apples and peaches are listed, and purchasers may bring their own boxes for packing.
A notice states mining location blanks are for sale at the Sewrnvet office. The ad notes availability for prospectors and others seeking authenticated forms and related paperwork.
A. Broy announces notary public service and insurance prompts at the Eureka Nevada post office. Legal blanks for sale are offered at the Sentinel office.
Prominent attorneys gathered before the Nevada Capitol discuss the failing primary system and urge repeal. They advocate returning to conventions or simplifying the process to cut costs and reduce voter confusion, citing Washoe and Ormsby counties as examples of waste and malfunctions.
William Jennings Bryan will address voters in Reno and Carson on Democratic campaign topics. The events are set for September 26, highlighting Bryan's public stance and policy approach amid the election season.
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