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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1879
Page
3
Observations taken simultaneously at all stations using Deckers Thermometer and a maximum minimum thermometer records a snapshot of conditions. Readings include noted times and instrument references such as Aron Duerwine and 1ST 417 4 in the wartime signaling context.
Wires are down to the west today and no stock report has been received here.
Local notices report the Calico Ball hosted by the Firemen's committee on Christmas Night. Calico attire encouraged. attendees urged to bring cousins sisters and aunts if needed. Fire department aim is to draw strong patronage and create an enjoyable hall experience. Deeds filed for nine mining claims near the Eagle mine in Spring Valley by Van De Water Gold and Silver Mining Company. Claims extend north and south from Eagle, on Black Hawk ledge with multiple namded sites. Last night winds grew strong, then rain, turning to brief snow by morning in a notably wet December. Religious services announced at M F E Church with a Sunday School convert and a recital program. Lizzie Ragndale files for divorce from J C Ragndale in San Francisco court on grounds of desertion. custody granted. D M Gray of Tuscarora appointed foreman of the Eagle mine. Source cites Times-Review.
Constable W Rose of Union Township Humboldt County Nev defends his actions after the December 10 1879 shooting of Wes Rickard. He details his September 24 1879 appointment of E S Archer as deputy and asserts Archer acted only to assist in the arrest, not for a personal vendetta. The piece notes forthcoming full details in the Paradise Reporter.
W H Miner and family plan Paradise as their present and future home. Alex Wise returns from eastern State. Santa Claus to visit Centennial Hall on Christmas Eve inviting all children in Winne mucca. H C Tandy to leave Tuscarora to reopen his coast photograph gallery, noted as a top local artist.
Hock Mason, a noted cattle man, departed last evening with twenty five carloads of cattle from Deeth to Lux and Miller in San Francisco.
Almanac entries note this day as the year's shortest, with commentary that tomorrow the sun will rise brighter and begin its return northwardward. The observation points to seasonal change and a sun path shift following the solstice.
The Times-Review editor’s jibe at Elke girls sparks a slander claim from the Elko Independent. The exchange centers on remarks about Elke women’s feet and dancing, tied to a Moroccan widow and a flirtatious local altercation.
Special locals urge awareness as winters bring deadly throat and lung illnesses. A voice claims Boscuer's German Syrup cures such diseases, citing widespread use and 950000 bottles sold last year with no failures.
Striking claim urges relief from dyspepsia liver complaint constipation sour stomach and debility with Shilohs Vitelizer offered at no cost if it fails to cure or relieve. C A DeSaussere druggist sells for 75 cents with free trial note.
A six-stone diamond ring valued at 857 dollars is advertised at Uncle Harris 221 Kearny Street. The note mentions a rustic scene and a girl named Nancy Till who earned an education and was nicknamed Miss Annie.
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