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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1901
Page
3
Local items report arrivals and departures from Lovelock and nearby towns including McDermit, Sacramento, Ogden, and San Francisco. Notables: marriages, property purchase on Melarkey street, estray horses from Mill City, and Fourth of July celebration plans in Winnemucca. A July 4 operetta rehearsal progress is noted with open participation.
An official board examined Jose de Frietas Vieira this morning after his commitment by Justice Taylor. They found he had been an Agnews asylum inmate in California and discharged him as cured. Doctors Hanson and Samuels doubt his current condition warrants further asylum commitment. He will be held briefly and, barring deterioration, discharged.
Reports from Lovelock say field mice raging through alfalfa fields on Big Meadows. Peter Anker's ranch lost the first alfalfa crop, estimated at $5,000. Ranchers fear ongoing pest damage and struggle to find effective extermination.
Appraisers Thomas A. O Colton and G H Ambsen filed the Wenban estate appraisal in Judge Troutt's court. The estate valued at $506,960, mostly San Francisco realty and 252,470 shares of Tenabo Mill and Mining Co stock valued at $1 per share.
J. C. Stulls traffic manager of the Southern Pacific denies that he has been offered the appointment of commissioner of transportation of trans continental lines.
A Chicago dispatch reports beef prices rose by three cents per pound yesterday with further increases expected. Demand exceeds supply and exports remain very heavy.
Weather Bureau summary for May 1901 at Winnemucca Nevada notes mean pressure 29.87 inches. Highest 30.21 inches on May 31, lowest 29.66 on May 20. Mean temperature 55 F. high 82 on May 16. low 29 on May 22. Wind SW. total wind 6503 miles. max wind 36 mph from W on May 27. Precipitation total 0.73 inches across 5 days with ≥0.01 inch. Frost dates May 22 and May 1. J C Hayden Observer Weather Bureau.
In district court Thomas Hulley estate matter Judge Mack ordered attorney Huffaker to repay 1500 to Mrs Hulley and set a fee later. He heard testimony on estate value and mine sale offers, with Major Huffaker citing a 20000 offer and mine restoration estimated at 150000. A decision is due within a fortnight.
Captain John M. Neall a former United States Army officer stationed at San Francisco was arrested in Butte Montana by a deputy marshal on charges of forging vouchers from three years ago He denies the accusation and says he will be returned to San Francisco He has a wife and several children in Oakland and has recently worked as an engineer for the Anaconda Mining Company
C. D. Van Duzer arrived from Carson last night by private conveyance and left for that place this morning. He denies planning to locate in Reno, though he recognizes Reno as Nevada’s coming metropolis. He says he intends to remain in Humboldt, his current home.
J. B. Carter of Bridgeport California writes that Trib provided marvelous relief after being kicked by a vicious horse. He recommends every horse owner keep a bottle for emergencies due to the strong benefit he experienced.
An advertisement touts Lane's tea as a blood purifier that clears complexions and removes pimples and blackheads. It also promotes DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles, claiming no surgical operation is needed. Both products are sold by Brown Bros with caution about counterfeits.
Virginia City reports 713 school age children while the Virginia public schools will lose three teachers next term. Principal Averill may resign. Dan Stuart, a prize fight promoter, may visit Carson City on June 24. San Francisco capitalists study Reno street car plans. About 146 horses haul freight in Mason Valley from Alaska to stores and mines. Lander county sent Indian boys like Dave Kawich and another to state prison for assault with intent to kill and grand larceny. Elko High defeats Eureka High 46 to 5 in field events and wins baseball 106 to 5. Governor Sadler receives Manila cigars presented by Captain Bennet of the U S artillery.
Prof W A Henry will host a dancing social at Armory hall next Saturday evening June 8 with good music and a pleasant time. Dr H B McDonald the Dentist is coming and tickets cost 100 dollars. Dr McDonald notes he will be in Winnemucca during the week and stay about two weeks.
An elderly newspaper fragment advertises Dr H A MacMillan dentistry with Bridge Street office and a dental warranty. It also promotes Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething children, claiming relief of teething pain, diarrhea, colic and general vigor, priced at twenty five cents.
Advertisement claims most deaths come from consumption and that Kemp's Balsam can cure coughs and lung issues. It offers 25 and 50 cent sizes with a free trial and lists Brown Bros as sellers.
Norris Silver of North Stratford New Hampshire says the doctors said his cough was incurable but the One Minute Cough Cure made him well. The ad claims thousands cured and promotes Brown as the seller with a safe and sure remedy.
An 19th century ad promotes Lane's tea as a cure for constipation and skin concerns while promising a renewed appearance and improved appetite. It asserts gentle action on stomach, nerves, and bowels and notes sale by Brown Tos.
A reader from Arlington Texas reports quick relief from breakfast indigestion after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. The testimonial claims the product digests food thoroughly and allows meals to be eaten with relish. Sold by Brown Bros.
A dark bay mare branded V on the left shoulder and a light gray horse branded HY on the right hip escaped from Willow Creek ranch near Jackson Creek about two weeks ago. Each weighs around 1,000 pounds. A $5 reward is offered for information leading to their recovery or $15 delivered at Mill City. Contact Peter Organ in Mill City dating to June 3, 191. jerm.
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