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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1880
Page
3
War Department Signal Corps bulletin notes observations made at all stations during the named time, with data compiled across locations. The record lists times and stations but lacks full context or specifics on events or results.
A visitor notes flowers in profusion across town with blooms resembling California varieties though less fragrant than Atlantic varieties. Mrs. Chas. Ghenoweth sent a handsome bouquet to the effigy. John P. Culver of Water Works plans three and a half miles of iron pipe from reservoirs to the stone house in Cross canyon and may tunnel to bed rock to boost water supply. Republican delegates for county convention include Frank Naramore and others. J. Abramm and W. B. Haskell noted as residents arriving from Petaluma. Dumphy & Uikbeeth shipped twelve carloads of beef cattle from Lion Point to San Francisco.
In the State v Robert St Jair a murder trial unfolds with both sides presenting opening arguments. Prosecutor J MacMillan reviews evidence and the defense counsel Mr Grass seeks adjournment to transcribe notes as the jury sits in the railing area.
Proceedings resumed with the defense presenting opening argument. Spectators included several ladies as the defendant paced the courtroom until the judge took his seat.
Robert M. Howland formerly of Nevada nearly drowned while bathing at Terrace Baths Alameda California last Sunday cramps caused his sinking two boys saved him keeping his head above water until men retrieved him ashore. The Winnemucca Jockey Club invites proposals for privileges at the race grounds during upcoming races. Berrett Stopher purchased 700 head of cattle from John Guthrie and others in Pleasant Valley and began moving them toward Stein Mountain. The Bullion of Paradise Mining Company shipped a bar valued at 1370 57 today.
Winnemucca Lodge No. 19 F and A M holds a special meeting on Saturday evening September 25. Masters degree work will be performed and Sojourning Brethren in good standing are invited to attend. Wise, W M of the auxiliary adds notice.
A jumble of price notes and product pitches from Curnowrun Remy Levy & Co Gallas Rostys Baxsisten & Wermaty and Frank Mellows advertising sugar lard fruit cans coffee and imported goods at cash prices with emphasis on cheapness and quality for winter stock and general shopping in a small town storefront network.
An old newspaper page item promotes Green's August Flower for dyspepsia and liver issues with bold claims of instant relief after two doses. It also touts Ayer's Hair Vigor for gray hair, claims from Rev. Thayer on Shiloh's Cure, and druggist endorsements with prices and sample offers.
Summer sale itemizes white coats panta and veste offered at cost by F C Roma. Locals urged to visit shop for affordable apparel during the season.
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