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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1880
Page
3
A brief War Department record notes Signal Corps observations at 4 17 AM on May 14 across stations. The entry records synchronized timing and shared observations taken at the same moment at all stations.
Mr Paige, owner in Goo Hope District, aims to arrange with Virginia City parties to erect a fire stamp mill. High grade ore ships profitably now, while a large amount of second grade ore could yield handsome returns if worked locally. Wool and water abundant, potential mill could employ many. A. W. Siegel of Paradise, a Pierce Welch witness, visited. Ex Congressman Luttrell of California notes TiWten boom weak east of the Rockies and predicts Seymour as the coming man.
A strip of water meanders across the plain, a few hundred feet wide in places and a Nile or two at other points, marking Humboldt river's course. It contrasts with the gray sagebrush and sandy valley as the stream winds toward the basin.
The District Court case of W. H. Pierce versus Welch nears conclusion after over a week of testimony. Officers announced more troops, while about eighty Jefferson Barracks recruits traveled through town todaybound for Arizona to join the Sixth Cavalry under Lieutenant Morrison.
Bob Howland recounts Leapville Colorado weather and social quirks with a bustling Leadville scene. He notes 72 degree shade heat then a snow storm, crowds of tender feet from Eureka, a hotel landlord firing one shotgun barrel for meals, and vivid city contrasts with Maine and Missouri visitors. The letter ends with a tease of future mine visits.
William Fisher, arrested near Ore ana by Deputy Pryor for entering R. W. Wood's hardware store at night and stealing pistols and knives, is committed by Justice Osborn to await Grand Jury action. Bail set at 500 but insufficient security, remains in county jail.
The City Brewery now owned by Ried and Hinkey operates at full capacity producing lager beer of coast quality. Orders from town and camps are promptly filled. Patrons are urged to favor home products equal to California quality. Last night was unusually cold for the season. The temperature dropped six degrees below freezing. Three emigrant cars went east and four went west today.
SPECIAL LOCALS. Notice to Cattle Men. The rodeos for working cattle on the Little Humboldt will commence at Button's ranch on the 1st of June. Eden Valley, May 14, 1880. In reeles Special Meeting. Winnemucca Lodge No. 19 F and A M will meet Saturday evening May 15 at 7 o'clock. Work in the second degree. Avex Wisz W M.
A detailed advertisement extols Dr A Boschee and his German Syrup as a proven cure for coughs colds and lung troubles. It notes the product’s long history two million bottles sold annually and price 75 cents with a sample bottle for 10 cents. Additional promo lines offer groceries and canned goods by F C Robins and C Cuggowrrn with cash deals and Sacramento pricing.
Prompt in rough local ad mentions Fredericksburg beer and pillsner style at Q A Kexy KEL depot house. The fragment notes beer intoxication and a storefront setting with geographic cues toward Fredericksburg and Boca. Ongoing sense of advertisement and period tone.
Lood for the Stomach promises relief with Hostetetter's Stomach Bitters, while Dr A Garranen at the Depot Bakery and Restaurant offers cures starting at 26 cents. Delicacies cooked to order, strawberry short cake and cream featured. Also miOti Garden Seeds from Chenoweth at his Cash Store on Bridge Street Winne mucca Nevada.
A vintage warning advert claims Mrs Wixstow’s Svormine Syxop relieves a sick child’s teething pain instantly. It promises bowel regulation, rest for mothers, and health for the child. The tone cites a reputed female physician and nurses in the United States, pricing it at 25 cents per bottle.
Dansen Advancing years sickness and disappointment turn hair gray. Axen's Har Vieow restores faded or gray hair to brown or black, softens the scalp, removes dandruff, and checks hair loss. It contains no oil or dye, leaves hair glossy, and won’t soil white fabric. Levy & Co. open the largest stock of dry goods and clothing to-day and promise not to be undersold.
A garbled note advertises Devor Bakery delivering fresh bread twice daily for five loaves at 25 cents and coffee in the market area. The misspelled text hints at a local shop promoting cheap prices and daily service, with likely branding by Savy & Co.
An elderly local Christian minister Rev George H Thayer tells customers he owes his life to Shilohs Consumption Cure. The note praises its lung disease relief and promotes nearby druggists. Also mentions other local ads for potatoes wine baking powder and refreshments at various Nevada outlets.
A fragmented note highlights Lave & Co attracting shoppers with cheap cash prices. The garbled text suggests widespread appeal and emphasis on affordability at this shop.
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