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Newspaper
Morning Appeal
Location
Carson City, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1902
Page
3
Nevada readers are urged to prepare for an inaugural ball as Governor Sparks prepares for the Legislature. Mayor Mackey is asked to form a committee to organize a welcoming event, promising a nonpartisan, festive occasion with guests from across the state and potential participation by defeated rivals.
The News of the 19th reports that incoming State boards will mostly retain current staff including the Superintendent of the Orphans' Home and Watchman, with Wardenship changes likely at the State Prison. Rumor links Governor Sadler to becoming Warden, praised as recognition of his services, while Fusion members on the Prison Board are expected to be rewarded for capable leadership.
The C C R R train delayed six hours after a steam tube blew. A second engine was used and passengers were held to connect with the southbound freight. In Reno, officials and local lawmakers staged a burglar alarm scene with Governor Sadler and others reacting amid bells and surprising visitors. The Lyon County Times reports copper property sales, Douglass Mine and Smelting Company formation, development plans, and possible electric power from Virginia City or Carson with future railroad provisions. Local citrus and sweets prices at Kelly’s.
Supreme Court hearings pause for holidays as George Watt versus Judge Jones seeks an Assessor recount and Wright versus County Commissioners of Washoe County awaits Dec 31 argument. Court adjourns to resume after holidays. Community notices follow with Methodist services and a Christmas sale at parsonage with baked goods and aprons on offer.
Word reached this city yesterday that Dave Norrie former resident died at Battle Mountain where he managed mining property for his nephew Dick Kirman. A longtime figure tied to Richard Kirman he made a fortune on the Comstock during boom days and later fell on hard times. Remains to arrive by passenger train this morning and funeral is set for 2 p m at Kitzmayer's undertaking parlors.
Dr. Ascher of Humboldt county arrived with a long pole to contend for the position of Superintendent at the State Asylum. He aims to force recognition amid local political tension and reports meeting state officials and supporters. Senator Pitt of Lovelock visited and plans to winter in the city as Humboldt’s ally.
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