New Tonopah developments outline water, coal and safety
A new chemical fire engine arrives for Tonopah and will be put into service on the Brougher Jet near Mizpah saloon. The first concrete sidewalk along Brougher avenue is finished in front of the Golden block. The Crystal Water Co reports a flow between Wells 1 and 2, with 100,000 gallons daily possible if needed. Coal property work continues, with talks of a New York buyer for Tonopah Coal and Power. A powder mishap near the Montana Tonopah mine warns that giant powder is dangerous. Unemployed men from Keswick/Iron Mountain area head toward Tonopah seeking work. A local legal case involves George Ohls in a rooster-related petit larceny and subsequent groceries theft in Bonanza. The piece also discusses news gathering habits and local geology curiosities near Steamboat Springs. The Nevada State Band seeks funds via a three-event series offering family-season tickets.
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Tonopah
Brougher
Mizpah
Golden Block
Brougher Avenue
Main Street
Golden
Lewis
Crystal Water Company
Tonopah Coal& Power Company
New York
Keswick
Iron Mountain
California
George Ohls
Justice’ Court
Mr. Ohls
Jas
Giles
Onis
Newton
Bonanza
The Loaded Gun Narrow Escape for Youthful Nimrod
Saturday afternoon Leon Robinson, 17, son of G W Robinson, and Alvin Rece were returning from a hunt when Reces gun discharged. The blast struck Robinson above the eye, in the wrist, and embedded in his head though he was about 150 yards away. The charge was nearly all in his head and face but he escaped serious injury.
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Nimrod
Leon Robinson
G. W. Robinson
Alvin Rece
Robinson
Unclear fragment hints at local market scene and cuisine
Fragment references Davey and Matah’s famous Mexican delicacies and a market vendor offering pig feet at the Eagle Market. Details are sparse, with no clear event, date, or full names to confirm a cohesive news item.
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Davey
Matah
Letter of Thanks From the Later Order
John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers of America acknowledges a Virginia City Nev donation totaling 450 dollars for miners unable to resume work due to mine conditions. The note thanks William Kemp and citizens of Virginia City with Secretary Wilson to receipt.
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Virginia Chronicle
United Mine Workers of America
St. Charles
Scranton
Wm. Kemp
Virginia City
Nev
Wilson
John Mitchell
Degree of Honor meeting and officer election notice
Notice lists a Degree of Honor gathering for meeting at their Lair for nomination and election of officers with full attendance required. Also mentions foot race for a $210 purse, an Episcopal choir meeting, a musical recital promotion, oil company boom, a sergeant at arms candidate, a burglary report in Etko, and holiday book shipments at Davis & Kirman.
Ancient town case revived as old papers reveal property
An attorney reviewing long-filed documents in a case dismissed as historical finds remaining property and decides to intervene. A friend overhears his remark that there is still something to gain, prompting a late bid.
Reno Brewery Planned by Maurer Firm in Billings
Montana people secure land for a new $30,000 brewing plant west of Reno city. Maurer and Dobbr of Billings purchase land from P. Saturno and will erect the modern facility. Jacob Hook, head brewer, will supervise construction and run the output, credited as Montana’s best brewer.
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Join Maurer
Maurer & Dobbr
Billings
Mont
Maurer
P.saturno
Jacob Hook
Ready for the Storm New Roof Placed on Electric Subl-Star
Report describes completion of roof work on the substation and new electric company building with painting and paper hanging to begin soon. Weather delays minimal, power expected on time. building progress noted as near completion and improving town business area. Separate legal note mentions Fred Stone case, Grand Jury term set at $6,000. Independent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Jones
Electric Companies
Fred Stone
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Natures
Steamboat Springs
Nature
Clarence King
United States
Geongitsl Survey
Washoe County
Great Western
Scientis
Steantoat
Mound House
Nevada
Carson
Eagle
Dyer
Bob Caldwell
Babe
Episcopal Choir
Guild Hall
Sesson
Eko
Sumpanies
Sohn
Doc
O'Tune
Sergeant At Arms
the Assembly
Etko
Davis & Kirman’s
Reno
Montana
Masonic Hall
Mary Cowan
Ormsby Howse
Carson City
Emporium
Continental Tailors
Joe Platt
Pioneer Clothier
Calin
Asent Fox Nickleshare &0
J. Walsh
Davis & Kirman
Carson Street
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