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Newspaper
Morning Appeal
Location
Carson City, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1899
Page
3
Items from Carson City include Milton and Albert Prien in town, Louis A. LeMaire named Notary Public, Peter McEwen and wife visiting Washoe Valley, and a post district salary cut to 1000 dollars. Mentioned are a new gasoline facility at Tuscarora, promises of a strong agricultural and mining year, and varied local chatter about finance, travel, and publicity.
At the depot last night the Bray express wagon ran away when the locomotive blew steam. Dee Benton was thrown from his buggy and seriously injured while Doc Benton and Robinson escaped unharmed. The scene caused extensive damage to carts and personal injuries to several bystanders.
Senator Bland died at his St Louis home on Wednesday. He was famed as a champion of silver and his fights for the metal's arrests made him famous worldwide. Bland once lived in Carson county and helped shape Utah Territory policy, becoming a respected West figure.
A movement to repurpose Bowers Mansion in Washoe Valley gains ground as San Francisco physicians sample its warm water. If analyses confirm expectations, the site may become one of the coast’s most complete hospitals, boasting the state’s best warm springs and the region’s largest.
U S Senator J P Jones files against the estate of C Powning for 1875 plus interest from Dec 17 1888 on collateral security for a note to Anglo Nevada Assurance Co San Francisco Carson's R Kirman sues for 2500 plus 400 interest on a promissory note secured by a mortgage on an undivided one half share of certain property in Reno Both actions name the same estate and seek damages and interest.
Senator Stewart telegraphed that a draft for 1602 dollars was mailed to Mrs Gertrude Lyon widow of Robert Lyon on Pinté War Claims. The general government dislikes distributing gold in Nevada yet thanks to Stewart many elderly claimants receive portions of their honest dues.
The social event last evening featured a dance hosted by the Warrens with many visiting boys in attendance. The gathering was deemed a grand time by all present as attention turned to the festive atmosphere and gracious hosting. Baron Christani, notorious for a beating incident in Paris, has been imprisoned for four days while awaiting further proceedings. A Montana court fined the Anaconda Copper Company £300 for unsafe mine cage practices, with an appeal planned on technical grounds. We also note new shirt and summer hat arrivals at The Pioneer Clothing Store and Presb candies at Tyrrelis.
Gen Clarke of this city has shown a remarkable recovery after a period when death was expected. Relatives were at his bedside as he rallied from insensibility and a near fatal collapse. Doctors report improved condition, and he is now regarded as having a fighting chance of recovery amid lingering weakness. An upcoming relay race on the track, with ten cent gate admission, is noted to help cover track expenses.
Classified notices reveal a jumble of ads selling household goods, furniture, and services. Warnings include housework positions and missing items, with sales on land, livestock, and a range of merchandise from ice to cameras. Local readers are urged to inquire at various offices and stores for details and orders.
A local jeweler announces a removal sale as he moves his shop from the Ciimshy Tovse truck to town. The ad claims very low prices for a select line of jewels with ten weeks of offerings to clear stock and meet needs.
Gold and silver assay note lists copper gold and silver values. Mentions $150 price and nearby location next to Jour, with omiee seconds referenced in brief catalog entry.
An ad offers items for sale at Nevada Drug Store with prices listed, promising refunds if customers are not satisfied. The text mentions cash terms and promotional phrases aimed at attracting buyers.
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