Modoc County lynching witness linked to another murder
A second tragedy shadows the Modoc lynching case as Edward Kennedy is murdered on an unfrequented road after testifying against Robert Courtwright. Courtwright, who faced tense testimony and a courtroom confrontation, was later found dying from suspected poisoning after beans he cooked were consumed. A neighbor tasted the beans and noted an unusual flavor, with sealing and laboratory testing planned.
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Modoc
Edward Kennedy
Robert Courtwright
Courtwright
Courtwrights Cabin
Courtwright Cabin
Thunderstorm Fish Tale From Strawberry Valley
Sheriff Kinney recounted a strange Strawberry Valley fishing tale in which a thunderstorm struck as he hauled a two pound trout. A lightning strike toasted his flask and warmed the whiskey while the nearly fried fish allegedly landed in the frying pan. The anecdote ends with townsfolk debating the odd event and its credibility.
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Sheriff Kinney
Strawberry Valley
Chas
Water protest and stormy weather sweep Tonopah area
The Independent reports a proposed project to bring water into Tonopah from Peavine Creek amid a 40 inch flow and lengthy pipe construction. Weather across the state brings showers and cloud bursts with trains delayed by crowds traveling to the city. A Humboldt county census notes 764 school children, up from last year, while two men Char Taylor and Millard Gentry steal horses near the 71 ranch and are captured near Halleck.
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Tonopah
Peavine Creek
Chas Taylor
Millard Gentry
71 Ranch
Halleck
George Butler
Elko
Mackay Will Filed for Probate in Storey County Nevada
John W Mackay drafts his last will in New York declaring community property to his wife Marie Louise Mackay and son Clarence Hungerford Mackay. Executors named are Marie Louise Mackay and Clarence Hungerford Mackay. powers include full sale investment and no court orders. The will dated July 14 1898 revokes all prior wills and codicils.
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John Mackey
Clarence Hungerford Mackay
Deal and Tausky
John W. Mackey
District Court
Storey County
Mackay
Clarence Mackay
John W. Mackay
Virginia
Storey
Nevada
New York
Marie Louse Mackay
State of
Tereof
John W. Maceay
Lander
One-Man Hold Up Nets Wells Fargo Treasure Near Tonopah
A lone highwayman stopped a Wells Fargo stage about a mile from Tonopah and fled with the treasure box. The sheriff and constable pursued into Tonopah and expect to arrest the suspect, with reports claiming the stolen sum is large though the company underplays losses.
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Tonopah
Sodaville
Ugust
Wells Fargo
Candelaria
Death of John Wright After long illness in city home
John Wright died yesterday after a lengthy illness at his city residence. A native of the town he lived here thirty four years and was prominent in local affairs and in the woodmaking trade. His brother Sam Wright was at his bedside as he lay seriously ill. Funeral services will be private at the family home Friday afternoon with interment in Sacramento on Saturday.
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John Wrisht
Pest
Johnny Wright
John Wright
Sam Wright
Sam
Sacramento
ALL SORTS Trib cures insect bites and strings
Movements and notices in this city include Trs Johnsons Ice Cream Soda and discussions of local merchants and visitors such as Musser of Markleeville and Lathrop of Dayton. Local ads promote fruit lines at Davey Maish and new store offerings, with notes on guests, trade, and samples from W & J Sloan suppliers.
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Davey & Maish
California All Star relay challenged for Reno race
Captain Hawcroft of the kK. W. C. reports a challenge from California All Star relay teams formed from the coast's top riders. Two riders from each of ten clubs would be selected. The race would be in Reno in three to four weeks if accepted with riders starting half a mile apart.
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Hawcroft
Kk. W. C
California
Too Much Fixin and a Frugal Night Visit
A belated traveler and two barefoot children, Levi and a 17 year old girl, stay the night in a cabin touched by poverty. The mother scolds them to wash their feet before leaving for an evening party as plans to fix up the home loom. Carson city notes include local visits, a Reno death, upcoming Tonopah church, Episcopalians raising funds, and cadetship exams at the post office.
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Vut
Levi
Auction Sale At Late W M Russel Residence
Desiring buyers urged to attend an auction on Saturday at 2 pm at W M Russel's former home in this city featuring work horses harness freight wagons and spring wagons. Also notes about county appoints and a highway misc. injuries reported at Browns station include Conductor Earl Pease and brakeman Henry Atkinson.
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W. M. Russel
Anenst
Conjnetor Earl Pease
Henry Atkinson
Browns Station
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Modoc County
Jack Wall
Virginia City
Cook Ranch
Tom Sealight
S. P
Tidewater
Tenepah
Humboldt County
John MacKay
Trs Johnson
Will Musser
Markleeville
C. W. Friend
Johnny Lathrop
Dayton
Davey & Marsh
Tur City
J. H. Park
Sheridan
Jack Wiinn
Silver City
Bavis & Maish
EC. Grey
B. G. Frank
Chas. Madison
Chas. M. Kirk
Thomas Cochran
James Murphy
Bie
Thaxter
Phil Gillson
Soraville
Miss Cherry Bender
HB. M. Yerington
Chicago
Joe Platt
Corliss
J. E. Gignoux
M. B. Silva
Appo
O. W. Whiting
Hawthorne
Tonopah Proper
Klondike
Liberty District
Ray
Lene Mountain
Weepah
Chaincey Latta
Uc Division Streets
Reymier
Joe Roberts
Hland
Esmerada Countay
M. A. Downey
W. & J. Sloane
Smi
WC. Southworth
Gardnerville
Janvier B. Thomas
The
A. Ro
Reno
Carson
Anther
Rodentaugh
Donelas County
Gib Briggs
Poco Tiempo
Olding
Young Pike
Annapolis
Civil Service Commission
Gazette
John Hays
Cam Sioner
Dan O'Keefe
Trucker River General Electric Company
Brunswick Lode
Lovelock
Humboldt
Desbecker- Block Tailoring CO
Buffalo, N.Y
All America
Emporium
Continental Tailoring, Co. Wt
America
Raise Garment Builders
Walsh Boy
J. W
Body Brussels
Axminister
Moquette
Roxburry
Lincoleum
Ormsby House
Davis & Kirman
San Francisco
Carson Street
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