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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1879
Page
3
A brief wartime observation note dated 1879 records simultaneous readings from multiple stations. It mentions authorization by WW Koxe to collect data for the Sven Stare and reset the sar under Army Department oversight. Observations indicate synchronized timing across locations.
Local intelligence notes that the Chinese bodies recovered at the site showed no signs of violence. Authorities believe the group was under the influence when their camp caught fire and they suffocated from smoke. Nearby, residents travel and report heavy snowfall and shifting assignments in Humboldt and Spring City.
The sunset over Central Mountain dazzles with burnished gold and orange valleys along the railroad. A concert for the benefit of Rev. J. L. Riley will be held at the M. I. Church tomorrow evening, with a hoped for good turnout for a worthy cause. George Hill’s examination for the Elko killing of Thomas Smith is not yet concluded, according to the Independent.
An arrest attempt in Paradise Valley ended with Wes Rickard wounded when Constable Race and Deputy Archer fired after he resisted arrest. Rickard, intoxicated earlier and charged two months ago, was struck in the hip, with the bullet passing toward the knee. He survived the shot and received care at William Weigh’s home. the injury is not considered dangerous.
December reports from Fort McDermity describe extreme cold then rapid snowfall totaling about ten inches. Several travelers and teams face delays: Thomas Maroon freezes a foot near Oregon Ranch. Peter Rask abandons wagons near Juniper despite freight to Fort Hammes. steep Steina Mountain crossing awaits thaw. Oregon Ranch hosts 300 head of cattle. Captain Hepenstall with 500 head near Whitehorse. ore shipments from Relck Creek on way to Salt Lake or San Francisco. horn silvers cover a sample ore sent to the office.
The NcGinley Sisters Dramatic Alliance perform at Centennial Hall this evening starting with the aninar drama Maid of Crossay in twouada, followed by dancing singing specialties and the pantomime First time on the Coast. Reserved seats are available at the Postoffice with naval prices.
Two trotters valued at 15000 belonging to Monroe Souls-Lary travel on an express car westward. Bateman has a 220 record while Sweetness has a mile time of 2 19. The animals travel from Washington to San Francisco on the McDermit and Canyon City Stage Line. After the 15th, travelers on that road must ride part of the distance on horseback. See notice in another column.
William Sharon Nevada senator from California traveled east today in a special car accompanied by his daughter and niece with Ah Kye. A Silver Slave correspondent aims to interview the statesman between here and Battle Mountain, with results to appear tomorrow. Coroner Oppenheim departed for Big Meadows to hold an inquest into five Chinamen found dead in a burned camp yesterday morning.
Wells Fargo & Co shipped ten bass of bullion from Silver City valued at 220000. The bullion originated from the Owyhee mine. A separate listing offers a pair of single stone amethyst sleeve buttons for 15 dollars from Uncle Morris at 221 Kearny Street.
A Colusa Sun correspondent portrays Stein mountain region as vast and fertile, with two main ranches the P ranch and the Diamond ranch run by Glenn and French. He notes 25,000 cattle on the land, welcoming settlers would be dangerous due to threats and violence by local occupiers, and claims most lands are held by bluff and intimidation.
The phrase foresees rapid settlement under pre-emption and homestead entry. It speaks of men of nerve and pluck arriving to claim land and build prosperous homes, predicting thick population and thriving valleys in the near future.
Readers are urged to use Boschee's German Syrup for coughs colds and lung troubles noting its wide sales and claimed effectiveness. Advertised by multiple local residents and urging consultation with a doctor or druggist for verification.
No deception claimed as Shiloh's Vitalizer is advertised as a cure or relief for several ailments including Byp espsia Liver Complaint Constipation Sour Stomach and General Debility with free trial and 75 cent price. C A DeSaussone Druggist offers this remedy. E Reinhart Co announces a 25 percent cash reduction on the store’s Ladies Hats and Cloaks stock.
A fine assortment of solid and plated gold jewelry including jet and cameo styles will be sold at greatly reduced prices at Howman's store. Now is the time to select holiday presents. call and see the articles. Wall Shortly Leaves O W Johnson to be away about two months. Dentistry work available. Geo F Jackson practical watchmaker offers warranted work with J Ey Sabine.
Local shop on Bridge Street above Levy's Store advertises furniture the other goods including perforated chair bottoms and sewing machines in stock.
A fragment reads as a local notice centered on the Red House and a pledge to satisfy an entity or person named Alet Dstt, though the text is incomplete and lacks clear context or actions.
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