Nevada's Admission Tied to Telegraphic Constitution Broadcast
Washington anecdotes recount Edward Rosewater recalling Nevada's push for statehood. Nevada's 17,000 word constitution was telegraphed from Carson City to Washington in five hours at fifty cents per word, totaling $4,500, making possible the thirteenth amendment's passage.
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Washington
Anaconda Standard
Nevada
Edward Rosewater
Omaha Bee
Raleigh
Rosewater
Omala
Omaha
Congress
Névada
Union of States
Carson City
National
Tate
Revision of mining laws and gold process claims
Three proposed amendments to U S mining laws aim to change location expirations to October 1 each year and require diligent completion of assessment work. A second bill would curb monopolies by restricting mining claim locators and associated agents. A third bill would reimburse miners or companies for unspent funds used in patenting ground. The Wyon process claim collapse follows Wynn’s death and bank disclosure.
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United States
Wyon
Tonopah Ore Hauling to End After Year Start
Word from Carson Appeal says after year start ore hauling from Tonopah to the railroad will cease. Teams will haul freight to the new camp while ore transport ends, as a reduction plant near the mines is planned to save money and pay for itself on the first ore run. The change foresees hardship for team owners who moved to Tonopah for two-way hauling.
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Tonopah
Carson Appeal
Fay Lyncher Extradited in Nevada Extradition Case
A Nevada governor's requisition via Lincoln County Sheriff Johnson led to the extradition of Thomas Pans for his role in a lynching attempt. Leonard and Jim Morrison are tied to the mob. Morrison was arrested at Stateline and Leonard is jailed in St George after a prior three lynchings.
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Fay
Nevada
Jake Johnson
Lincoln County
Thomas Pans
Wells
Leonard
St.Gorge
Jim Morrison
Stops the Cough and Works Off the Cold Cough Cure Ad
Laxatie Bromo Quinine Tablets advertised to cure a cold in one day with no cure no pay. Price 25 cents. Also promotes gentlemen's charms as Christmas gifts at Rose's Jewelry Store.
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Rose's Jewelry
Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs Adverts
Tonight and tomorrow night and through the week Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs is sold by Brown Broa. Aimed at coughs croup bronchitis whooping cough asthma and consumption the remedy is priced 25c and 60c sample bottles free. Headquar ters EB Rein heart & Co Inc offer gifts for Christmas and other presents.
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Kemp
Brown
The Curse of Womankind Headache Cure Ad
Sherman’s Headache Cure promises instant relief and complete safety. One dose cures with a money back guarantee. Boxes priced 26 cents and 10 cents. offered for sale by Brown Bros.
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Sherman
Brown Bros
Patent Cure Claims From 19th Century Ads
An illustrated advertisement set extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a cure for two months of coughing. It promotes Sue’s Tea as a digestive aid and complexion booster. Mrs Winslows Soothing Syrup for teething is marketed as a trusted relief, with claims of numerous children benefitting and a 25 cent price.
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W. C. Wockner
Sue
Brown Bros
Mrs. Winslow
Mra. Winslow
United States
Pain Balm Advertises Quick Relief and Healing
Chamberlain's Pain Balm is pitched for cuts bruises burns sprains and rheumatic pain. The advertisement claims instant relief and faster healing with little risk of scarring unless the injury is severe. Sold by Brown Bros Druggista.
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Chamberlain
Brown Bros
Druggista
Jordan's Cutlery Quality Debated Across Articles
A report questions the AeAl cutlery line from Jordan's comparing steel quality forging tempering and design. Critics point to inconsistent workmanship while supporters praise finish and aesthetics across several models.
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Jordan
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