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Sierra County Advocate

Location

Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1891

Page

4

Attempted assassination in Tijoras canyon sparks land dispute

Ferdinand Silva fired three shots at P A Simpson over a dam site dispute twelve miles east of the city. Silva, owner of a ranch near the canyon, threatened Simpson and workmen at a camp. The shots narrowly missed, prompting warrants for Silva’s arrest. An irrigation project and immigration questions follow from the incident.

Abugue Ferdinand Silva P. A. Simpson Tijoras Canon Silva Canon I A. Simpson Pentlemenia Simpson Winchester Tio Irrigation Company

Birmingham capitalists eye Organ Mountains gold mine

A Birmingham-based mining engineer Tagerfolt travels to the Organ Mountains to develop a promising El Paso gold mine near White Oaks railroad. Birmingham investors, led by Alabama Belle backers, plan to start operations with Morris and Lee Smith, aiming to boost local industry and rail cooperation.

Meinl Tagerfolt Birmingham Alabam Organ Mountains Morris el Paso

Gold Discovery Near Bernalillo Sparks Rio Grande Fever

Santa Fe reports a rich gold discovery between San Pedro and Bernalillo. Prospectors found extensive pans of yellow ore along a quartz ledge near Bernalillo station with over 100 claims staked. A spring-fed stream, Ojo de la Casa, powers the find as excitement grows among locals and visitors. An Italian wedding at the Catholic church ended in a fire that destroyed the venue and contents. A town reader notes a remedy for horse illness offering quick relief.

Santa Fe San Pedro Bernalillo San Lazarus Themis Ton M.S. Olena Atindy Chaves Aicl Santa Wight Marives

Native Lumber Descriptions Ready for Orders

Prepared to fulfill inquiries for all descriptions of Native Lumber. Includes varieties, dimensions, finishes, and pricing options to meet project needs and timelines.

Local Antimony Find in Inyo County Sparks Mining Talk

A large boulder of antimony found in Inyo County draws attention to this metal’s rare occurrences and uses. It is used in alloys and hardening compounds. the source is Sweden and Germany with veins in other regions. The notice promotes medical and cosmetic preparations using antimony and related alloys.

Inyo Cali Stalborg Salil Sweeden Germany Prance Mex South America Potasi Denver Mintyg and Scientifie Review Epideris Rein Anton Hans Giltidaon Ani Onder Kirel

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