23 May 1898
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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1898
Page
1
Washington May 23 Naval experts say Cervera's squadron is rapidly exhausting coal and will soon be unable to elude the pursuing fleets. The assessment highlights mounting pressure on the Spanish squadron amid ongoing naval actions.
A Havana dispatch reports Cuba’s colonial government will allow free importation of food to all parts of the island. The Cadiz fleet will maneuver in Spanish waters until a destination is set.
London May 23 The St James Gazette reports Spanish securities rose on a rumor of a Spanish French alliance known to several dealers ahead of public announcements. The claim centers on confidential knowledge circulating among market participants.
April 23. In the senate today Spain seriously considers privateering as a policy option. The discussion centered on potential retaliation and protection of maritime interests amid rising tensions.
San Francisco on May 23 reports three ships will depart tomorrow bound for Manila carrying twenty eight hundred troops.
Advertises fast train times from Winnemucca to Chicago St Louis Omaha St Paul and Denver with through Pullman sleepers chair cars and library car. Gives contact names H Kitto D E Burley and Union Pacific plus a lodge meeting notice and regimental officer election dated 1898 and local business ad for Heath Millian paints and wall paper supplies.
The Oregon arrived at Barba last Friday. The Navy Department will grant no more permits for nations to pass the blockade into Havana. The City of Pekin sails from San Francisco tomorrow for Manila carrying the First California Volunteers. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, in session at St Louis, votes 208 to 290 against federation with other railway labor groups. Unconfirmed reports from Cape Haytien claim a naval engagement off Mole St Nicholas with 12 Spanish ships sunk and two American vessels disabled. the Navy Department discounts the rumor. Evangelina Cisneros engagement to Carlos Corbonel is announced in New York papers. Carl Decker, married, could not wed the Cuban prisoner’s romantic figure. The monitor Monterey, at San Francisco, is ordered to the Philippines to reinforce Dewey’s fleet. General Merritt held a final conference, Monterey’s departure a result. With Monterey and San Francisco artillerymen, Manila’s defenses are expected to be held against any Spanish force. Do You Want a Camera offers Vive cameras with glass plates or cut films, prices from $5, extensive supplies, Winnemucca Nevada.
A brief classified ad notes a large assortment of wire netting with the claim no one can sell cheaper. It also advertises E. Retmarr & Co parasols for all ages at various prices and a cash sale by M. Horman.
This ad claims nervous, weak, worn out women find pure blood and nerve strength with Hood's Sarsaparilla. It asserts many women in trying periods experience renewed health and vitality through the remedy.
A promotional period ad speaks of nervous weakness and bodily decline described as five years of poor health. It touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a reliable blood purifier and tonic promising strength, appetite recovery, and relief from local troubles and other weaknesses.
A damaged fragment shows a testimonial where a person with heartburn pains and general malaise credits Hood's Sarsaparilla for marked health improvement after six months. The user notes a friend urged trial and claims better health than in years.
Postoffice address Paradise Valley Nevada appears as the listing for an official role titled Inspector of Sheep for Humboldt County with location noted as Paradise Valley Nevada. The brief item names the post and place without additional context or actions.
Nevada groups list regular meetings at Staunton building and Castle or Silver State block. Dates include first and third Thursdays, Monday conventions weekly, and periodic practices on Saturdays with officers named Thomas Archer Hill Schmidt Rose.
St James Lodge No 9 A O U W meets the first and third Tuesday each month at 7 30 pm in the Silver State building hall All members in good standing Ju yAvou wueevens J NICHOLAS M W P MULLER Financier H WARREN Recorder keep records of meetings and officers in this period notice
Stated communications of Winnemucca Lodge No 19 F and A M will be held at their hall in the Silver State block at 7 30 p m on the first Saturday of each month until further notice. Master Masons in good standing are invited to attend. G A KRENKEL W M BR W LEWIS Secretary.
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