Local arrivals and social notes from Battle Mountain area
Local residents and visitors listed arriving in town including D. Be Starrett J B Paul Frank Maxey J A Brownlee many from Golconda Lovelock Willow Point and Battle Mountain Constable Colwell brought Antone Souza to face grand jury burglary charges News notes mention circus crowds and Armory Hall dance hosted by the Young Ladies Catholic Association Paradise Valley residents named among visitors and families listed with multiple households and dates
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Reud Battels
Golconda
Harry Standerwick
Battle Mountain
W. C. Ruddell
A. P. Scott
Lovelock
J. L. Ogier
BH. Ayer
San Jose
Lafayette
D. M. LeBarron
Jackson Creek
H. Lederer
I. H. Molise
San Francisco
B. W. Stewart
Willow Point
EB. C. Gates
Florence Hill
Torrey
W. C. Hancock
W. C. Porter
Constable Colwell
Antone Souza
Armory Hall
Young Ladies’ Catholic Association
Winnemuckea
New Macaroni Wheat Trial at Nevada College
The Nevada College of Agriculture reports ongoing trials of a macaroni wheat variety, also called mammoth goose wheat, said to produce grain twice as large as ordinary wheat. Professors McDowell and Wilson note its adaptation to the climate and potential milling experiments to begin this season.
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United States
McDowell
Nevada College of Agriculture
Poland
Wilson
Hays Resigns as SP President Reported by SF Dispatch
A San Francisco dispatch reports C. M. Hays resigning as president of the Southern Pacific. The retirement is tied to reduced powers after the Harriman interests took control via the Speyers. Hays remains under contract at $55,000 yearly for two more years. he could not be reached for comment.
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Hays
San Francisco
C. M. Hays
Southern Pacific
Harriman
Speyers
Southern Pacific Company
Denver
Burlington
Omaha
Chicago
R. G W
Porter to Visit Winnemucca Office on August 20
Dr. W. S. Porter will be at his Winnemucca office Tuesday August 20 to meet clients and discuss medical matters. The listing notes a public appointment time and location for residents seeking consultation.
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W. S. Porter
Winnemucca
Auloer
Ringling Brothers Circus Thrills Winnemucca Crowd
Winnemucca welcomes Ringling Brothers with a grand circus spectacle. Sixty train cars arrived before dawn to stockyard precincts as the parade drew the town, drawing praise for the Holloway high wire troupe and Amelia Feeley the famed equestrienne. Sixty-one horses were hand led by a single handler, highlighting the show’s skill. The main tent is expected to fill this afternoon.
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Winnemucca
Ringling Brothers’ Circus
Nevada State Notes Highlight Land and Jail Terms
The Southern Pacific owns 5.5 million acres of Nevada land while the state infirmaries hold 186 inmates in the insane asylum and 75 inmates in the state prison. John M. Barret of Tuscarora suffered a stroke with paralysis and speech loss. condition described as critical. J T Henly, ex Cortez mine superintendent, died in San Francisco after returning from Nome. Indian relocation toward California hop fields begins with five cars carrying about 500 Washoe and Plute passengers. John Conger and A McDonald arrested at Wells for killing a yearling steer. bonds set at 1000 each. New trial motion filed in Wedekind vs Bell case in Washoe County. Judge Talbot expected to preside.
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The
Southern Pacific
Nevada
Nevada Insane Asylum
State
John M. Barret
Tuscarora
Times-Review
J. T. Henly
Cortez
San Francisco
Mr. Henly
Nome
California
Washoe County
Wedekind
Bell
Reno Journal
Talbot
State Fair Comes to Reno with Record Exhibits
The State Fair will be held in Reno September 7 to sd and feature the largest live stock exhibit in the state. Blooded horses cattle sheep and hogs will be showcased with a pavilion display promised to surpass all previous fairs. Special rail rates to Reno and return will draw unprecedented attendance in its history.
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Reno
Railroad Assessment for Central Pacific 1901 Tax Filing
The Central Pacific Railroad Company filed its 1901 tax statement with Assessor Guthrie. The main line in this county covers 144 miles and is valued at 15 000 per mile, with sidetracks valued at 5 000 per mile. Main track value rose by 6 000 per mile from last year while sidetracks declined by 1 000 per mile, though total mileage increased.
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Central Pacific Railroad Company
Guthrie
Piano for Sale by H Barnes
First class piano almost new available for terms and particulars inquire of H Barnes in the ad.
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H. Barnes
For Rent Unfurnished Rooms Near Center
Two or three unfurnished rooms available for rent suitable for housekeeping. Centrally located. Apply at this office.
Picture at E W Bakers Brown Tent at the Circus
Reader is invited to visit E W Bakers brown tent at the circus for a photo and a pleasing experience. The note suggests taking a picture and enjoying the event.
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E. W. Baker
SNUFFLES The Guaranteed Catarrh Cure
An old practitioner promotes SNUFFLES as a complete treatment that cures CATARRH by removing the cause and stopping discharges. Priced at one dollar with internal and external medicines for a month, it also relieves hay fever and cold in the head. Sold by Edwin B Giles & Co of Philadelphia.
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United States
Canada
Edwin B. Giles & CO
Market Street
Philadelphia
Green's August Flower Promises Relief and Savings
A brief advertises Green's August Flower as a cure for dyspepsia liver complaints indigestion and related symptoms. It urges energy honesty and saving as paths to wealth and health and offers a free sample bottle at Brown Bros Druggists with regular size priced at 75 cents alongside Green's Prize Almanac.
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Brown Bros
Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Teething Remedy Ad
An old advertisement promotes Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming immediate relief from crying and pain. It advertises curing diarrhoea stomach issues wind colic gums inflammation and energy boost with a 25 cent price. Includes a testimonial from James White of Bryansville Indiana and a DeWitt’s salve pitch.
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Mrs. Winslow
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William Blattner
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A. Forgnone
LI Strauss
Cal
State News Notes
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Bryanzaville
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DeWitt’s
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Agricultural Department
P. L. Flanman
Louis Bevier
Salt Lake
West Second South
R. F. Nesten
First National Bank
Emucca New
Mixon
Sibbald
FM. Lee
V. M'Bride
A. G. Moore
Busch
F. Clare
J. H. Hoyt
Bridge Street
Cpnpomnege
B. Reinhart
Felix Poulin
Castle Gate
N. Owen
Upper Wianewucca
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