Las Vegas Age backs Hoover Dam name move
The Las Vegas Age editors argue for naming the Boulder Dam at Black Canyon “Hoover Dam.” They credit Herbert Hoover with leading the Colorado River project, finance solutions, and congressional support, urging Las Vegas to spearhead the naming as a matter of local pride and historical significance.
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Las Vegas urged to invite President for Hoover Dam ceremony
The Age urges Las Vegas to invite the President to attend and officiate at the Hoover Dam construction start. It argues presidential attendance would honor the event and reflects the community’s obligation to participate in local government and elections.
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Vote As You Please But Vote For Qualified City Candidates
The Age urges voters to exercise judgment at the polls and choose candidates deemed best qualified to govern. It emphasizes voting without partisanship or prejudice and performing a civic duty to ensure sensible city administration and avoid factional disruption.
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A New Goldfield Emerges at Carrera District
In Carrera, high grade free gold remains unexpectedly abundant despite critics who warned the formation was flawed and unlikely to yield paying quantities. The Goldfield lesson endures that gold is where you find it as fresh batches sparkle in a district once doubted by engineers and geologists.
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Henry Ford Wealth Drop Noted In Out Our Way
The strip notes a large cash decline for Henry Ford with a figure of 72000000 less than the previous year. It mentions the popular song I' ll Get By and reflects on morning routines as people greet each other, contrasting old fashioned habits with modern life in a lightly satirical tone.
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Moapa Valley High School Student Body Election Nominations
Nominations were held in the high school auditorium for Moapa Valley High School student officers amid a spring election push by the Know Nothing-But the Right party led by Clyde Ferkins and Rulon A. Earle. Candidates cover president to police chief, with next rounds in Pamery and Geneva sections.
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Moroni Resident Dies in Goodsprings at 63
Moroni native Edrickson Hendrickson died Saturday May 4 1929 in Goodsprings Nevada at age 63. He was born August 5 1865 in Circleville Utah and worked in cattle before moving to Goldfield then San Diego and finally Goodsprings where he lived ten years. He leaves wife Lucy and seven children in California and Washington. Burial planned at Las Vegas Funeral Home with services at Goodsprings.
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Blues First Sacker Rated Good Prospect
Kansas City May 7 They predict that Joe Kuhel first baseman for the Kansas City Blues is playing his last season of minor league base elve was his work during exhibition games drew praise from major league critics His faultless fielding and improved hitting this year have made Kansas City fans forget Dud Branom the former first sacker
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Veteran trainer selects seven for Chicago Derby
Veteran trainer Boots nominates seven horses for the American derby on June 15 in Chicago. Vermajo, Louisiana Derby winner, leads the list alongside Calf Roper Zacaneista Double Heart and Royal Ford. Royal Ford did not start as a two year old. Durnell may ride in the East but would need a substitute in New York. Durnell has trained costs for the king of Romania after a New York license denial. He holds licenses at all U S tracks except New York.
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Hollywood Film Shop Drama Ends In All Withdrawn suits
Hollywood reports a tangle of suits involving Tilly and wife Margaret over alleged cruel treatment and morals. Neilan, claimed extortion of 25000 while Tully offered to drop Neilan’s name. All counts were withdrawn as reconciliations led by Henry L. Menciker and James Cruzer settled their court issues.
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Plane that drops engine for midair refuelings
A San Francisco cabinetmaker proposes a two part plane that splits in midair to shed its engine and fuel tank, glides to Earth for a quick engine change, and lands a parachute to reattach. Pilot Reed Vowles is named for a test flight while supporters claim cargo loading and rapid refueling could revolutionize long trips.
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