March Snowfall Report Reflects Varied Nevada Snow Depths
Nevada Weather Bureau notes March 1901 snowfall was lighter than average in most areas, with Elko and Pine counties near normal. Some towns report more snow and expected higher mountain water flow. Residents expect a strong summer irrigation supply, and experts cite varied depths from three to eight feet with projected greater Humboldt River flow than last year.
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Nevada
Weather Bureau
Elko
Pine
Humboldt
Battle Mountain
Starrett
F. J. Frank
Carlin
W. C. Owens
Foltz
J. B. Foltz
Halleck
George A. Toney
J. J. Cullen
Huntington
A. W. Browne
Lee
Jennie Lee
Palisade
J. A. Ferrar
Paradise
T. J. Bradshaw
Skelton
Carville
Winnemucca
J. C. Hayden
Wells
Phil 8
Triplett
Willow Creek
R. McLeran
Nevada Laws Expand School Board Powers
The 1901 Nevada laws publish new acts expansion of school board powers including sanitary regulations, disease control, and joint authority with peace officers for student safety. It also allows funds to cover indigent child expenses and sets act effective date, with continuation note on mining claim law amendments.
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State of
Nevada
Senate
Assembly
Building Fine Road Near Avada and Clark Forces
A Avada dispatch reports Union Pacific has sixty tracklayers at work and four and a half miles laid. Superintendent Calvin aims to run trains to Clover Valley forty miles away by May 1. Clark says no violence against opponents, while Oregon Short Line will continue toward the coast. Clark asserts UP has jumped Nevada right of way. LA Herald says work will not be hindered and court fights may occur. Local rail circles react to Harriman syndicate’s sudden, bold move.
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Avada
Union Pacific
Calvin
Clover Valley
Oregon Short Line
Clark
Uvada
Los Angeles Herald
United States Land Office
San Pedro
Los Angeles
J. Ross Clark
Union Pacific Railroad
Nevada
San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Road
Harriman
Four killed two wounded in Whitesburg Kentucky raid
Two officers fell and two were wounded near Whitesburg Kentucky as authorities tried to capture outlaws yesterday. The telegram notes a violent clash with lawbreakers and casualties on both sides.
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Whitesburg
London
England
John Paul Signals Coal Oil Prospects at Argenta
John Paul visited Battle Mountain Nevada last week and examined the coal and oil fields. He is optimistic about finding coal and oil at Argenta, noting the formation compares favorably with Elko. He plans to start sinking a well within a few weeks to a depth of 1000 feet.
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John Paul
Battle Mountain
Virginia Report Overrules Supreme Court Insurance Law
The Virginia Report overruled the Supreme Court in the matter of the insurance law. It states a special session to overrule the Report will hardly be necessary, per Carson News.
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Virginia
Supreme Court
Carson News
Twain Urges Carnegie to Buy Hymnbook for Postage
Mark Twain writes to Andrew Carnegie noting Carnegie’s generosity and asking him to buy a hymnbook and send it postage paid. A postscript requests no need for the uyvran book and to send $150.
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Twain
Carnegie
Mark Twain
Andrew Carnegie
Andrew
Winslow's Soothing Syrup Promises Teething Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething babies curing diarrhea regulating stomach and bowels easing wind colic softening gums and giving energy. It claims immediate relief and urges purchase from druggists with a 25 cent price. Also notes De Witte’s Witch Hazel Salve for cuts burns and scrapes and warns against imitations.
Caught a Dreadful Cold Prompts Local Remedies
Marion Cooke of T M Thompson importer at 1653 Milwaukee Avenue Chicago recounts a severe winter cold that kept her awake and hampered daily work. She notes Cham berlain s Cough Remedy gave rapid relief to a milliner and claims it helped her as well. Brown Bros. Druggists offer it. Also touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a proven digestion aid after years of research.
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Marion Cooke
T. M. Thompson
Milwaukee Avene
Chicago
Chamberlain
B.own Bros
Masury’s Mixed Paints Now Available In Bulk
Masury's Mixed Poter agency secured for two tons of mixed paints in most shades. Advertises the paints as the best made by Brown & Co. and urges trial. Includes mention of B. Brown & Co. as distributors.
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Masury
De Little Early Risers Promote Purity and Regularity
A brief ad notes De Little Early Risers pills claim to remove impurities and cleanse the system, promising to make bowels regular. Bold claims accompany the pill by Brown.
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Brown Bros
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