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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1880
Page
3
Sheriff Fitch reports a mine fire at Wadwell near Moore's aide-track twelve miles east of Humboldt Wells. Three miners are believed suffocated as timbers burned and shafts prevented escape from below.
The article notes that the names of all registered voters in the precinct are published today with a call to readers whose names are missing to contact Registry Agent Osborn for correction. It mentions a drop of 57 names since the last election and stresses fair opportunity to vote.
Hon G Flourney of California and Wal J Tuska of Virginia City will address Winnemucca citizens on political issues tonight at 7 o clock. All invited, with the Indies especially. Cox Buckner's band will furnish music for the occasion.
Timothy Cullen, employed at the Humboldt Reduction Works, was injured last evening when cars at the depot severed two or three toes. The incident serves as a warning to anyone walking the tracks during yard switching hours as workers are active in the evening.
King of the Cannibal Islands His Excellency George Desveaux governor of the Fiji Islands traveled with his family and Captain Herbert of his staff in a special car through here yesterday on the way to Auckland Australia. He returns to his post after an absence year in England.
William Graves reports from Crab Creek near Colfax detailing Oregon mining camps, Grand Ronde and Umatilla Country, Walla Walla and Snake River regions, wheat and produce markets, and emigration trends. Also notes Winnemucca Library Hall dedication plans, and cattle shipments from the station to San Francisco.
Hon. George Flournoy of California and Wal. J. Tuska of Virginia City arrived from the west today. Hon. Thomas Wren, campaigning against Sharon for U.S. Senator, also passed westward today. Governor J. UC. Fremont of Arizona moved westward today.
A period advertisement touts Green's Augusta Lawn, Ayke’s Cherry Provoras, and Mrs Winston’s Soovamic Synor. Claims include instant relief for dyspepsia, liver complaints, throat and lung cures, and teething pain relief for infants. Promises wide use, safety, and seller endorsements.
A local ad asserts Shiloh's Vitalizen cures many ailments including dyspepsia liver complaint constipation sour stomach and general debility. It promises a free trial if not cured and lists price 75 cents with C A Desauserne druggist as seller.
A local shop advertises a wide range of tobacco products including New Deal Navy and various brands such as J. B. Paces and Vanity Fair. The store also promotes three-ply rubber hose, fruit cans for winter prep, white coats and school supplies, with pricing and cash terms emphasized.
An elderly citizen and Christian M E Church minister credits Shiloh’s Consumption Cure for saving his and his wife’s lives. The testimonial from Des Matcnerm France Bourbon Ind dated May 15 1878 notes strong sales at the store. Also advertised are Childs Porous Plaster and other medical tonics sold by local druggists.
Notice highlights Fairbank's pure lard available at F C Ross with selective brands and cash offers. Ad repeats names of local grocers promising low prices, fresh groceries, and various advertised goods across multiple stores in town.
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