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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1910
Page
3
A 7 o clock meeting of Eureka Lodge No. 16 F and A M is planned for Saturday evening. Several residents are noted traveling in and out of Eureka this week for visits, work, and mining business, with many returning from nearby towns and ranches.
Orvis Ring, 77, longtime state superintendent of public instruction, died in Reno after weeks in hospital. Funeral set for Thursday with Eureka schools to be closed in his memory. flags at half mast. He served in state education for over 80 years and held the top post for many years.
Friends note the burial of the late Dennis Cooney two years after his death in Bartha. The headstone was placed with funds from a small estate valued at 102 dollars, while some fees were waived by officials. The obituary recalls Cooney as a modest, hard working man who lived through Eureka’s old days, remained loyal to friends, and died without debt. An epitaph by Judge Peter Breen honors his humble life and faithful character. Rogale seat in pace. Amen
County Assessor lists the 1910 assessment roll as the Board of Equalization prepares to meet Monday September 19 to receive and readjust values. The final meeting is planned for Monday October.
A civil action was filed in county court on September 13 by Samar Carter against Harry Delaney and Mrs. M. Oslansy to determine ownership of eight horses branded Dr. The plaintiff says he bought the horses from Michael Dargie and the defendants assert a bill of sale for the horses from a licensed seller and that the bill of sale is recorded in Eureka County Recorder’s Office.
County Commissioners met to certify election results with precinct returns showing a tie between Mayberry and Jory for Committeeman. Jory declined the post and asked the Board to appoint Mayberry. Clerk instructed to issue certificate of election to A. P. Mayberry. Adjourned to Monday, September 19.
The Yerington Times mocks Oscar Smith and associates as their deposits vanish in Eukera and Rhyolite. The poem-like critique notes their wealth to entertain while accusers call out ruined investors who trusted them.
Basque sheep men who recently inspected the lands and stock of the Eureka Live Stock Company report favorable impressions and have made a liberal offer to trustees to take over the entire property. The offer is under consideration and may be settled within a week.
Eureka County voters chose six committeemen across precincts. Republicans named F J Brossemer Ruby Hill A P Mayberry Palisade J M Requa Diamond Valley J P Jacoben Prospect Edward Berryman Buckhorn M Gilleece. Democrats listed Abram Laird Diamond Valley Edgar Sadler.
No reliable information confirms a new move to reconstruct the Eureka and Palisade Railroad. Officials warn that if work does not begin within two weeks, winter delays will push the project into next year, ending hopes for an early spring start.
Open season starts September 16 with a limit of two deer per bioter and a brace of antelope if hit. Fines are set for those who exceed their allotment.
The notice lists Thomas J. McParlin Democrat for District Attorney W H Sweeney Democrat for State Senator and William F Moy Independent Republican for Member of the Assembly in the county slate.
Report notes six counties pending official returns and newspaper estimates place Tasker Oddie ahead of Judge Muswy for Governor by 226 votes and George Springmeyer ahead of Hugh Brown for Attorney General by 92. TheEenksont for state offices remain unclear with multiple positions listed including Governor U S Senator Congressman Lieutenant Governor Secretary of State Supreme Court and other statewide offices.
Morita and Charles Regli of Hey fland sold 140 head of cattle to Thomas Griffin of Carlin after arranging the deal twelve miles south of Eareke. The exact price paid for the cattle is not stated.
To Remove to Tennessee Ka Perry returns to Duck water with a new home purchase and begins packing household effects. He plans to depart soon with his wife and children for their Tennessee residence.
Miss Kate Locke of Summit Point Virginia visits Eureka to locate and repair her mother’s grave in the Catholic cemetery and place a headstone. Locke, born in Eureka, traveled from Dackwater to arrange the memorial. Her mother died in 1890.
Rev Percival Smithe will conduct services at St James Episcopal Church in Eureka next Sunday September 18. Two services are scheduled one at 10 am and another at 7 40 pm with a cordial invitation extended to all.
A. C. Florio announces the upcoming sale of his entire stock next Monday at his Roby Hill store. Goods will be sold at coal prices with a chance for bargains. The week brought stormy weather including heavy rain and lightning on Wednesday followed by showers on Thursday.
The 1910 Eureka County tax roll totals 2,508,123 for property outside Harelen and 46,607 in personal property. inside Eureka town the value falls to 118,207, about 50,000 less than last year due to bank assessment limits. Tax levy at 50 cents per 100 yields about 590 while monthly expenses for water and fire services total 532, leaving 42 for hydrants and repairs. Express agent Whitmore at Ely is named permanent agent for the company. his family plans to move to join him.
The Italian Benevolent Society advertises a grand ball at Eureka Opera House on Friday evening October 14 to honor the 418th anniversary of Christopher Columbus discovery of America.
Estate matters noted with administrator discharged on motion by A. Henderson. Joint filing details for Alec Ovlls estate include a sale of 400 shares of Jim Butler Mining stock, confirmation of sale, settlement of final account, and order for residue distribution to sisters and heirs.
The Hotel Zadow window shows fresh fruits from California and Utah and home grown vegetables from Boreke County. The display highlights Eureka County's agricultural resources despite no trains to Eureka, suggesting the area could regain rail prominence.
St James' Guild will meet Friday afternoon September 23 at the residence of Mrs Osroloe Hueboer on Spring Street by the canal dowel. All are invited. Homer Wilson arrived from Moulter Valley Nye County on Thursday.
A batch of mine location notices recorded in September list multiple claims by Walter Techow Katherine Techow and others near Devil's Gate in an unknown mining district including Marguerite Walter Katherine and Grace placer mines plus several others such as Bert Kopenhaven Ruth Espy and Grace Brabrook. Also recorded are Proof of Labor entries for Todupentont and Bully Boy Climex mines in Eureka district along with amended notices for Winnie Nos 1 2 and 3.
To secure parental cooperation the school will mail weekly reports of each delinquent child every Saturday The Principal invites parents to consult about school improvement and office hours are 8 to 3 20 p m daily
Five people were in a car that overturns over a 10 foot embankment near Corte Madera. Miss Florence Pardee, daughter of ex governor George O Pardee, is killed. Mrs H J Sadler suffers severe injuries and a broken limb. Three others escape with minor bruises.
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