23 Oct 1900
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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1900
Page
1
In Tuscarora a Times-Review letter questions Mr. Farrington’s claim of pure 16 to 1 free silver devotion while circulating gold standard literature. The writer asks if Farrington serves two masters, preaching 16 to 1 while distributing pro gold material to supporters and campaign boards.
A Lincoln Republican criticizes a Nevada Republican campaign fund tied to McKinley Farrington bids. The letter, read by the editor, reports a $5,000 transfer and urges immediate contributions from $100 to $250 to influence Nevada’s electoral vote. It condemns money politics and questions the central committee’s methods.
A sampler of 1900 items reports Greater New York registration reaching 646 154. cholera spreading in Japan prompting steamship quarantines. Russell seeks divorce from Earl Russell who wed Mollie Somerville in Reno. Mexican cavalry horses bought in Wyoming amid rebel rumors. Hazleton, Pennsylvania hosts a massive demonstration addressed by President Mitchell, strike unresolved. La Grande bank robbed with nitroglycerin. John Sherman dies in Washington from brain exhaustion. Pougkeepsie describes prison hospital revolt. German English cabinet talk on China policy aligns with Hay open door principles.
The will of Reno horseman Thomas Keating was filed in Oakland. The estate is valued at fifty thousand dollars. Frank M. Lee receives the bulk of the property while training paraphernalia goes to trainer Johnnne. Keating states he was never married but offers fifty dollars to any widow proving the claim.
Mrs D H Haskell died at her Sacramento home a few days ago. Mr Haskell, once townsite agent for the Southern Pacific, is well known in Winnemucca and has many friends who will regret the affliction.
An advertisement claims a single day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It promises refunds by druggists if the remedy fails and features EB W. Grove’s signature on each box priced at 25 cents.
Union Pacific promotes its protective policy for riders on the Great Overland Route. It highlights safety, track and equipment upgrades, speed, punctuality, and superior service with tickets valid via Salt Lake and Denver. Information on rail and steamship transport is available from F. B. Choate, Salt Lake City. DeWitt’s Little Early Risers advertised as a cleansing remedy. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure endorsed by physicians for indigestion. DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve promoted for skin burns and piles.
A noisy political sheet features a pledge by D. J. Biggins running for State Senator to oppose John P. Jones for U S Senator unless a bona fide Nevada resident. Also appears stray horse notice, an editorial push for Farrington campaign support, and a medical advertisement for digestion relief and Chamberlain remedies with local endorsements.
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