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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1897
Page
3
A chaotic Reno era roundup notes arrivals and departures in town. Mentions the & P payeur, multiple travelers to Los Angeles and California points, and a post office in Lincoln county. Reports on rail freight, Klondyke fever, and a New York World Yukon depiction. Also covers a dog and bird show, a wreck survivor’s interview, and a striking Indian arrest with a court sentence.
Commissioner Hermann of the general land office states he will recommend establishing two land districts in western Alaska to be placed on the Yukon river or its tributaries. The move aims to manage anticipated contests over mineral land locations where gold has been found. Locations likely Circle City and Dawon City.
Wreck near Palisade Tuesday killed two brothers Bertram aged 17 and 19. A section hand Joe Stefani was injured after a collision while seeking help. bullion shipments preceded the DeLamar mine boom, with strong mine output now $200,000 to $300,000 monthly. Local Indians, led by Johnson Sides, barred hops picking in California after a fatal railroad accident.
Notice to water consumers through Second and Third streets from 9 oclock a m until farther notice. water will be shut off from all streets from Three to BA M subject to variation. be prepared for possible schedule changes.
The Nama mine in this county shows rich gold and silver ore with 1100 tons of ore ready on the dump and more in sight. San Francisco investors recently advanced development, sinking a tunnel to intersect a shaft, yielding high grade ore and a large bullion value from earlier surface work. Additional notes mention postal letters unclaimed at Winnemucca, a Klondike reference, a Supreme Court docketed case, and local ads for wages at home and candy products.
Ex Governor A P Swineford describes the Yukon valley as a future wheat region similar to Minnesota's Red River valley but only after railways reach central Alaska. He notes costly journey to reach mining districts, harsh mosquitoes, and the hardships for prospectors and livestock, with mining and transport expenses dominating early efforts.
A veteran from Allentown credits Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with curing chronic diarrhoea after other doctors failed. The letter urges doubters to try the remedy and cites personal relief and gratitude. Also includes endorsements for Hall's Catarrh Cure and No-Tobacco Spit and Smoke Your Life Away advertisements from 19th century patent remedy sources.
For over fifty years Muna Wilsons Soothing Syrup has been used by mothers for teething children. It promises immediate relief from night terrors and pain, calming the child and settling the stomach. Also promotes gentle digestion and overall well being with a pleasant taste. Sold by druggists worldwide at twenty cents per bottle.
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