Local and Personal News and Weather Plans
Sheriff McDeid returned from Carson and others traveled to Golconda Lovelock and Paradise valley. Five inches of snow fell with another storm forecast. Ice forming on the river slowed icemen. shipments and mining men stayed at Winnemucca. Noonan heads to Lovelock for sheep shipments and cattle to Santa Rosa Cal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff McDeid
Carson
John Sibbald
Golconda
R. C. Moore
Lovelock
No. 3
J. F. Clark
Bul City
G. N. Blackburn
San Francisco
Weather Bureau
X. H. Noonan
Santa Rosa
Cal
A. W. Riley
Stuart Talks of Carson Fights in Nevada Boxing Plans
A Dallas dispatch reports Dan A. Stewart just arrived from Carson Nevada and praises the boxing climate. He doubts any constitution changes will hinder pugilism and aims to stage at least one heavyweight and one lightweight championship at his Carson arena during the coming spring or summer. He predicts the Ogles will match James J Jeffries and Robert Fitzsimmons in one bout and Tory McGovern against Kid Broad in another.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stuart
Carson
Dallas
Texas
Dan A. Stewart
Nevada
Stewart
Carson Arena
James J.jeffies
Robert Fitzsimons
Tory McGovern
Kid Broad
Prisoners Sentenced in Carson Whisky Case
In the U S Court at Carson eight of eleven indicted for selling whisky to Iodlang pleaded guilty and received sentences from five months to one year and a day plus a $100 fine. William Nunne ry of the Winnemucca group drew the heaviest sentence. A white man, an Indian, and a Chinaman pleaded not guilty. the Chinaman was convicted and faces the heaviest possible sentence. The white man’s trial is set for tomorrow. he is an Austin resident long involved in selling whisky to Indians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
United States
Carson
Iodlang
William Nunnery
Winnemucca
Austin
Meeting of Stockholders at First National Bank Winnemucca
The annual meeting of stockholders at the First National Bank of Winnemucca elected F. M. Lee as president J. Sibbald as vice president George S. Nix on as cashier D. V. McBride as assistant cashier J. F. Clark H. Buseh and R. Moore as directors. Officers reported excellent bank condition and a six percent semi annual dividend was declared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of Winnemucca
Banking House
F. M. Lee
J. Sibbald
George 5. Nixon
D. V. McBride
J. F. Clark
H. Buseh
R. ©. Moore
Trial Jurors Named for Year Across Nevada Counties
A list of trial jurors drawn at a recent Board of Commissioners meeting covers 146 named jurors plus 54 alternates for 1901. Names span Lovelock Unionville Mill City Dunn Glen Winnemucca Willow Point Rebel Calver Paradise Golconda Humboldt Foltz and others, with jurors assigned to towns including Lovelock Unionville Winnemucca Paradise and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Commissioners
Hall's Catarrh Cure marketed as constitutional remedy
In this region catarrh is described as a constitutional disease requiring systemic treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cure by FP J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio is claimed to cure by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. a $100 reward is offered for any case not cured, with circulars and testimonials available. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
FP. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
FP J
Cheney & CO
Turkeys for Sale and Health Advice Note
Turkeys for sale including young gobblers and large birds offered through Mrs J F Clark in Mill City New Hampshire. Also notes a high child death rate from croup and lung troubles this season and promotes One Minute Cough Cure as instant relief for throat and lung ailments in adults and children with a pleasant taste. Brown Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Clark
Mill City
New
Brown Bros
Reno Cold Snapshot and Local Updates
Temperature registered five degrees below zero in Reno yesterday morning. Swan hunting is popular with Reno sportsmen as swans are said to be numerous on the Truckee meadows. Ex County Commissioner George Alt of Washoe county suffered a stroke but is expected to recover. The Elko Independent reports four mild small pox cases at Wells with patients progressing well. Papers of incorporation for the Minneapolis Gold Mining Co with 1.5 million dollars in stock place Elko as business hub. The flanger made frequent trips to Champion Floriston and Tunnel 13 during the snowstorm, with traffic only lightly delayed. Henry Treasure, Klondike arrival, visited Tuscarora with Klondike nuggets and a seal skin outfit, disparaging cold at 12 degrees below zero.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reno
Truckee Meadows
Elko Independent
Wells
Champion
Floriston
Tunnel 13
Truckee Republican
Henry Treasure
Klondike
Austin
Tuscarora
Leonard
Eiko Independent
Three Legged Steer Report From Mountain Range
A Westfall Oregon Independent item reports a three legged steer seen on the nearby mountains. The unbranded animal has a center chest front leg, an expected ten to twelve years of age, and a hide so thick a 44 Winchester bullet will flatten on impact rather than penetrate. The creature is described as fast and outdistancing a typical horse in the hills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westfall
Independent
Elke Way Denies Wells Wedding Plot In Elko County
The Tuscarora Times-Review refutes a Wells youth wedding tale saying the story is a false rumor about Elko county. The paper notes local men marry first and secure parental consent later, calling the claim a burning folly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elke Way
Tuscarora
A Cure for Frost Bite, Carson 1897
In a letter from Carson dated February 22 1897 the writer describes severe frost bite from a Tuesday storm after a 16 mile drive into a head wind. He reports rapid skin recovery after using Trib and urges publication to spare others. The Enterprise notes Trib as a reputed cure and calls it a beneficial rubdown for muscular troubles and frost related injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carson
C. Latta
Trib
Jack Frost
Union Pacific spends six million to improve famed western track
The Union Pacific Railroad Company invested six million dollars to rebuild the former finest track in the West. The result is a straighter, level roadbed with ballast improving comfort, safety, and speed for patrons traveling east. For details contact F B Choate, General Agent, Salt Lake City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific Railroad Company
Royal Highway
F. B. Choate
Salt Lake City
De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve Faces Counterfeits
The piece warns that De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve, famed for curing piles sores and skin diseases, has counterfeit copies in circulation. It urges buyers to obtain only genuine De Witt's Salve from Brown Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
Brown Bros
The Almighty Dollar Invocation and Rhetoric
An ironic prayer extols the Almighty Dollar as provider and judge. It praises wealth in sickness and health, calls for seeds of lawyers and judges, and ends with a plea for abundance and a resting place for the speaker’s pocket. The passage mocks material worship across social strata and time.
Elkole Man Ben Craig Charged With Coal Theft
Elko Independent reports detective Fitzpatrick swore to a complaint yesterday charging Ben Craig with stealing coal from the railroad company. Constable McCoy served the warrant and Justice Morgan set bonds for an afternoon jury trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkole
Elko Independent
Fitzpatrick
Ben Craighead
McCoy
Justice Morgan
Notice to Subscribers on January Billing
The Silver State will send bills on January 1 to subscribers in arrears. Readers are urged to remit before year’s end or promptly after January 1. Remittances should be addressed to THE SILVER STATE, Winnemucca, Nev.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnemwees
Nev
Seeds offered by Congressman Newlands for 1900 quota
Congressman Francis G. Newlands invites requests for seed quotas for 1900, to be sent to the House of Representatives in Washington D C by March 1. The notice cautions about indigestion and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a digestive aid from Brown Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis G. Newlands
House of Representatives
Washington, D. C
Brown Bros
De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve Praised for Skin Relief
An advertisement extols De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve as the most soothing antiseptic remedy promising immediate relief and cures for piles sores eczema and skin diseases while warning about Brown Bros. imitators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
Brown Bros
Quality and not quantity makes De Witt's Little Early Risers
The advertisement extols De Witt's Little Early Risers as valuable quick relief pills offered by Brown Bros, promoting quality over quantity for digestive and minor health needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
Brown Bros
Teachers Examination Notice for Humboldt County Nevada
Regular semi annual examination of applicants for teachers certificates will be held at the schoolhouse in Winchemuca Humboldt County Nevada beginning 8 o clock A M Monday January 16 1901. Persons desiring to take the examination should notify County Superintendent on or before January 14 1901. Jan did Bert L Hood County School Supt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humboldt County
Nevada
Winchemucca
Mother's Favorite Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Ad
The advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the mother's favorite safe for children and adults. It claims usefulness for coughs colds croup and whooping cough, notes it contains no opium or injurious drug and can be given to a babe or adult. Brown Bros druggists sell it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown Bros
Mexican War Veteran Endorses Panacea for Diarrhea
A prominent editor recalls Mexican diar rhoea contracted in 1847 and 1848 and says Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy prevents pension increases by renewing with a dose. The ad touts it as an unequaled quick cure for diarrhoea and pleasant to take. For sale by Brown Bros. druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Mexico
Brown Bros
One Minute Cough Cure Promoted as Quick Lung Relief
An advertising note from Brown Bros. urges prompt use of One Minute Cough Cure at first signs of cold to prevent pneumonia or consumption. The claim emphasizes rapid relief and early treatment to avoid serious lung illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown Bros
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children
A historic ad promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as the teething remedy trusted by millions. It claims pain relief for teething infants and lists cures for diarrhea stomach issues wind colic and inflamed gums with a pleasant taste. The ad notes a price of twenty five cents per bottle and wide availability from druggists worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Winslow
Notice to Stockholders of First National Bank of Winnemucca
Shareholders are notified of a meeting at the bank’s Bridge and Fourth streets location in Winnemucca Nevada on January 10 1901. The meeting aims to elect a Board of Directors for the coming year and to conduct other proper business as directed. George G Nixon secretary. Winnemucca Nev December 11 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of
Winnemucca
Bridge and Fourth Streets
Nevada
George 3
Nixon
Nev
Also Mentioned on This Page
Charles
Wright
Central District
J. H. Cook
Ogden
Paradise Valley
F. Triplett
Elko
W. E. Conklin
P. Begley
Bartlett Creek
Meeting of Stockholders
Levi Strauss Ac
San Francisco, Gal
W. L. Akin
H. Busch
C. B. Brown
B. Brewster
T. D. Brown
R. Battles
W. J. Bell
W. L. Coulter
Fred Corbeil
Bert Cabos
John Cox
G. W. Carty
C. Diehl
Chris Deiss
R. T. Evans
A. C. Fishburn
J. W. Fredrickson
C. P. Grandon
Frank Germain
R. Guthrie
George A. Hinman
C. M. Harvey
D. J. Hadley
J. A. Hill
Nels Johnson
G. H. Kenyon
LaPoint
F. BE. Leonard
George
Rebel Calver
Charles P. Hoskins
James Higginsson
BE. E. Lyon
T. F. Melody
Paradise
E. B. Austin
F. M. Buckingham
J. «. Bradshaw
Richard Bary
W. T. Clayton
D. W. Cathcart
John MH. Gay
Ben F. Gilliam
L. C. Grigsby
J. R. Harvey
J. M. Jewett
Henry Kirchner
A. M. Latta
O. M. Martin
Charles J. Miller
D. E. Palmer
Dominick Ruhe
A. R. Shaw
Henry Shafer
G. B. Ward
James Asher
William Boyer
George Colson
Thomas Cleary
Peter Dory
EB. A. Duvivier
J. A. Gale
F. G. Hoenstine
John Huston
George Lanthier
Ed Murphy
James McVey
William Polkinghorne
P. A. Pinson
G. N. Shallenberger
W. C
State News Notes
George Alt
Washoe County
Minneapolis Gold Mining Co
Dollar
Columbia
Bert L. Hood
Schlitz Brewing CO
S. Lager Beer Depot
Boeing Company
John Diehl
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