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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1898
Page
2
A fragment notes a bid or offer at the corner of Bridge and Fourth Street involving a $600 figure. Details are sparse but indicate a local transaction or valuation. No names or dates are provided in the legible text.
Derane Maar reports from Winnemucca Station on August 19 1898. Conditions cover 24 hours to Toth meridian time with mean barometer 2965. Maximum temperature 86 degrees. Minimum 44 degrees. Mean temperature not shown. Normal 70. Wind from the west. Precipitation 0.00 inches. Forecast for August 20 shows minimum 44 above zero. IH C Merrill observer.
A brief weather note predicts fair conditions tonight and Sunday with warmer temperatures. The report emphasizes no risk of low readings and highlights a calm period ahead for the country’s inland areas.
The piece touts gains from the war with Manila and Cuba, credits Dewey and Schley, and notes Democratic figures Wheeler Hobson Roosevelt in victory roles. It argues Nevada’s agricultural potential, currency struggles, and national growth at home while criticizing political figures like Hanna Elkins and Fairbanks.
An ad proclaims One Minute Cough Cure as a safe, fast remedy for cattle colds croup throat irritation and stubborn coughs. It boasts the best reputation among today’s preparations and claims children may take large quantities without danger. Eagle Drug Store endorses it.
A Nevada oriented editorial argues the ebb and eventual rise of the state’s population and wealth. It cites Tac st Taccarora DeLamar Esmeralda copper sulphur borax cattle and sheep industries. It notes railroad lines approaching Nevada and asserts faith hope and perseverance will secure a prosperous future.
The books of registration for the November 1898 general election are open daily on legal days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until October 1, and from October 10 to 20 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The books close at 6 p.m. on closing days. Naturalized citizens must show papers when registering. G W Rutherford Registry Agent for Precinct No 11 Humboldt County Winnemucca July 9 1898.
Notice from W. C. Baber, Registry Agent for Precinct No. 17 Hamidt County Nevada, states books of registration for the November 188 election are open daily on legal days from 1 to 6 a.m. and also from October 10 to October 12 1895 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Voters must bring papers to registration.
The book of registration for the general election to be held November 1808 for State County and city offices is open during legal hours from 16 o'clock a.m. to 6 o'clock p.m. until October 10, 1808. From October 10 to October 20, 1896 registration runs 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and closes at 9 p.m. Naturalized citizens must show papers. R McLeran, Routistey, Agent for Precinct No. 14, Hum Willow Creek, Aug. 12, 149%
Election to be held November bth 1805 for a daily on all legal ways from 10 a m to 6 p m unit October 1th Leas and from October 0 hi 185 to October wth 1898 from 7 oclock 9 oclock p m in ad closed at 6 p m Naturalized citizens must show papers registration 7 a cae ae Registry Agent for Precinct No Humboldt County Nevada Kennedy Aug 12 1808
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