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Newspaper
Las Vegas Age
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
4
Governor of Nevada extends public thanks for the congratulatory letters received after re election. He notes opposition by worthy men and expresses renewed energy to serve the state and its people.
George Wingfield reported the theft of 440 sacks of high grade Mohawk ore valued at over 50000 from Mohawk workings. The ore, stored in Reno vaults, will be investigated after Wingfield filed against Wells Fargo for receiving stolen property. Messenger Hattie was arrested as the train was halted by the sheriff.
Wells Herald reports a Texas rail rate reduction has spurred talk of importing a Texas style commission to Nevada. The Nevada legislature is urged to act on railway issues at the Carson session, with belief that a statewide rate reduction will follow.
A gang of operators known for a "sure thing" spindle game at Main and Fremont faced arrest Thursday. Bonds were set at 25 dollars for two boosters, while two principals and two boosters remained free on recognizance. The hearing stretched a day with no decision as witnesses described the game as a gamble that skimmed funds from locals and visitors alike.
The article discusses retrial launches of mines and questionable finance in New York. It notes a semesthcat tion hindering mine success and describes brokers and promoters facing conspiracy to defraud claims. It questions how much money remains for mining use as stock trades at modest prices.
The U S mint bridges silver half dollars quarters and dimes at most mints except part of Philadelphia for at least three more months. Unprecedented demand for silver coinage statewide strains government capacity and annual output may reach or exceed 200 million dollars.
District Judge Geo Brown announces two regular court terms each year in March and September. The law grants prisoners the right to a timely trial, and with only one term annually, many defendants were denied this constitutional protection.
Articles of incorporation were filed with the County Clerk for the Pioche Bank and Trust Company. The new corporation is authorized for one thousand shares at $100 each. Directors named are F. KR. McNamee, Henry Lee, and J. G. Brown.
Local notes report Regge & Co. The Eagles held an open social with refreshments on Thursday night. Guests enjoyed holiday confections while Bogus & Co. and F H Clayson planned Christmas travels to Riverside. A masked hold up at Salt Lake Nipton prompted a police interview as a suspect was detained.
Electric Plant Ernest Crow representing Woodill Halse Co and R M S Close for Western Gay Engine Co both of Los Angeles visited Las Vegas this week to discuss material for Consolidated Power and Telephone. Salt Lake capitalist Samuel Newhouse has purchased the old Ohio-Kentucky mine at Pioche and a half interest in the Highland Springs water supply. The mines will be worked vigorously says Mr Newhouse.
A fragmented mining directory page lists names like J. W Carstairs and J J Carstairs, various offices in Philadelphia style, and a time table showing station distances and daily service changes. Mentions Las Vegas Indian Spring Charleston Amargosa and Grace as superintendent with signatory note.
At the annual Help- One- Another club meeting held Tuesday at Mrs. Allinger’s home, officers were elected for the coming year. President Mrs C. Vice, Press Secretary, Treasurer Mrs Peter By l were named.
Ladies plan a school entertainment with a Christmas tree for all Las Vegas children. A treat for each child will be provided at the event in the hall on First Street.
The Nevada State Herald argues that the defeat of de Trwin for state printer and Frank P. Mannix for secretary of state shows voters will not elect men who lack long residence in the state. It notes the odor of sagebrush on newcomers as a factor.
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