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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1880
Page
3
Fragmentary notice reports observations from the War Department and U S Army signal service. It references a dated bulletin and mentions wave measurements at a distant location with limited readable details.
Authorities kept peace as heated talk and threats rose in the heat wave. The County Treasurer paid six months interest on Courthouse bonds totaling $2,000. courthouse expenses and repairs bring total near $120,000. Deputy Gilson recovered over $550 in poll taxes along the road. stage driver and other locals are active around Willow Creek and Idaho stages.
Jon Darling alias Rattlesnake Dick killed fellow convict M C Chamberlain at the State Prison in Carson with a pickaxe. Both men once robbed Colonel Stone of Virginia City in 1872. The killing arose from a dispute at work with no witnesses nearby and hinges on Darling’s testimony to define murder or justifiable homicide.
About 160 coils of barbed fencing wire arrived from the East, likely for Malheur Reservation fencing via Tudisa Agent. No Indian Agent exists locally, and emigration under a Washington treaty with Naches Winnemucca and Princess Sallie has seen little advance from tribe members. Nearby hay crops improve yet fall short of old averages due to water shortfalls. George Carrel’s geass not profitable to cut. Kosler’s corner and Winnemucca Floning Mills facade painted anew as freighting dulls.
The piece notes expected western population gains led by Nebraska’s census projections. It cites Senator Pwldovi predicting Nebraska reach 500,000 people, four congressmen, and Omaha’s slower urban growth. It also features Rev. Gladden on church attendance and a Baltimore disappearance with a strange kidnapping tale that blurs truth and fiction.
Shatia seeks value and wash day bargains at Levy and Co as locals flock to a trusted store for cheap prices. The question asks why everyone goes there and whether the shop offers good deals.
J P Pall explains his store closure after creditors and false reports sparked a rush. He cites four years of losses from silver bullion discounts totaling over 160000 dollars, a 51000 dollar Arizona Silver Mining Company stock issue, a severe 1870s dry season, and heavy bad debts. He vows to arrange settlements and continues mining efforts.
The City Bakery announces a supply of fine white California flour the first in town in three years. They pledge bread full weight plus a selection of pies and cakes for customers.
Situation wanted notice seeks a competent woman for chambermaid dining room or housework in a private family and also a good nurse. For details address M. J. Postoffice Winne mucca. je25-2w-A gold quartz charm lost near town June 1 with initials J M B and Grand Prize Tuscarora Nev. finder rewarded by leaving at Capital Saloon Winne mucca. je22-tf
The Depot Bakery and Restaurant announces ready made settings for weddings picnics dances and parties at short notice and at reasonable prices. Opposite the Depot this new offering targets event hosts seeking instant arrangements.
An advertisement touts Everybody's Baking Powder as as good as Levy & Co’s, claiming no alum unless desired and promising to improve affection from a man to his partner with every use.
Retail notices advertise clothing and accessories at cost including white coats pants and vests from F C Ronis and PF & Repris. Commerce listings promote fresh oysters celery and other foods from Doe Dove and Levy. Frequent names include C Chenoweth and Joes Loxon Stasp with daily fresh goods arrivals and sales pitches.
An advertisement asserts Shilohs Consumption Cure cures coughs in half time and treats asthma bronchitis whooping cough croup and consumption with higher success than competitors. It claims safety for children and offers 50 cents and 3 dollars prices and adds Sialohs Porous Plaster by C A DeSaussure druggist.
An ad claim notes many townspeople suffer from indigestion sour stomach and constipation. It offers Shilohs Vitalizer at 75 cents guaranteed to cure, sold by C A DeSaussy Nevada druggist. Also promotes Hackonetack perfume by same dealer in Winnemucca.
A 19th century sales pitch states the American path to wealth and health, promoting Green's August Flower as a remedy for dyspepsia liver complaints indigestion and related symptoms. It claims two doses relieve instantly with sample bottles at 10 cents and regular sizes at 72 cents, sold by reputable druggists nationwide.
Mulls Vegetable Steilian Hair Restorative is a scientific blend of powerful plant agents claimed to restore gray hair, cleanse the scalp, cure dandruff and hair loss, nourish the follicles, and leave hair moist and glossy. The product is described as economical with long-lasting effects and widely used, endorsed by medical men and the Massachusetts State Assayer.
A vintage advertisement warns mothers to use Mrs. Wurgstow's Sootuixe Syrup for teething pain, claiming instant relief and safer than others. It touts bowel regulation and comfort for the child, priced at 25 cents, with the depot bakery and fashion ads interleaved in the same notice.
The Winnemucca, Golconda, Battle Mountain and Paradise Valley districts report baseball action with players like N Levy, Jamon Fideen, A W Siege, C Biles, F Riley, John Shone, Chas Barnes, H Hoppin, B If McCody, Chas Bowig, W Rye Pateh, A Westfall, James Borland, W Cottin, James Gould, J Crooks and C Clarke among others. Matches span multiple towns including Mill City and Humboldt House with teams led by local organizers.
Fragmentary notice shows names Prank Ewald 3 Ratoni Chas A LaGrave and a ticket sale offer. Prices listed as 92 00 each. Details unclear due to damaged text.
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