12 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
The Pioche Record
Location
Pioche, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1910
Page
1
New York Feb 2 1910 a letter from CR Thompson chairing the Board of Governors of Plache Commercial Club discusses a proposed rail route to place Plache on the main line. Engineers are surveying the Meadow Valley wash area and estimates are being prepared for a temporary restoration to operate the line pending new construction.
A letter from Senator Clark notes a strong likelihood of a temporary Meadow Valley wash track to be built to protect rail property and allow service 8 to 9 months. Engineers say a new line could be ready by year end if Meadow Valley is abandoned, with Ploche residents favoring Lincoln County routes.
The Pioche public schools prepare to occupy their new four classroom building with a principal’s office on the upper floor and a winter play room gymnasium on the lower floor. Ventilation and sanitation are emphasized, seating is being installed, and the project cost about $12,000. Staff includes Mrs. Catherine Burke as principal, Mr. George O. Sawyer as intermediate teacher, and Miss Kate Pritchett as primary teacher.
Professor Sylvester Sparling and the Chemical Products Co plan a demo plant to prove Nevada sagebrush can yield $20 worth of goods per ton of hush. Wood alcohol acetic acid and tar are among the products. 275000 acres are pledged along the N C O line with landowners donating brush and paid ground clearing.
In district court this week an order suspended the powers of James Lemoine, executor of the Frankie L. Cohn estate, until a hearing on claims by Albert Bowman alleging irregular distribution of estate funds.
The Panaca mine in the Chiey district increased its workforce this week with several new men. The gasoline engine is operating satisfactorily and the shaft is rebuilt to a depth of 247 feet. The company plans to extend ore extraction to 300 feet and restore railway traffic by purchasing a team and wagon to haul supplies.
B K Watson, former Pioche Miners Union president, fled after creditors pursued him. Sheriff Smith arrested him with a $7.20 claim, then released him on cash bond after he paid Bownan account. Bruce, secretary, also fled the country. The union’s leadership change follows. Centennial Pioche mine plans to sink shaft deeper, extend to ore bearing zones as timbers and haulage adjust post washout.
Knet Craw suffered a fractures in the left arm when a horse lunged and struck him against a pole at his barn. The injury will require the member to be carried in a sling for several weeks. Mrs. Lonso Heaps of Pansca visits her daughter in town.
A buried Nevada incident reports the death of Freeland, a 26 year old engineer formerly with Nevada Utah Mines and Smelters, who came to Pioche two years ago and later moved to Arizona for a more lucrative post. He graduated from Colorado School of Mines and died in an explosion on property linked to Ray Consolidates near Abita.
In district court the defense in M. L. Lee vs Plocke Supply Construction Co. alleges misjoinder of parties, improper joinder of causes, and failure to state facts sufficient for a cause of action. Charien Lee Horsey represents defendants with F R McNames for KE E Puller Lumber Co. and related plaintiffs.
Three candidates contested the census enumerator post in the county after an exam directed by Postmaster Carman last Saturday. Applicants were W. Garrison Proxe Chronicle manager, B. Lamont mining engineer, and Miss Moody of Fay. The two hour test will be sent to George B. Sursell, state supervisor in Elko, for evaluation and appointment chances.
Nevada representatives secured reestablishment of daily mail to Ploche. Ploche Transportation Company won the contract after bids from Judd Land-Olngn, T. J Montgomery, and Ploche Transportation. W F Bangasser wire conveyed the acceptance to Pinche. Washington acted promptly on Ploche Commercial Club’s appeal.
Mire Steinman hosted a birthday gathering for Milas Mae Nichols at Mrs. William Culverwell home on Meadow Valley Wheat Evening featured games and refreshments with attendees including Burnadore Steinway Garrison Gillispie Ruth Gillispie Blossom Paver Bert Jackson Hay Beaver Graham Ralit Louive Frank William Culverwell Mary Ann Mele and others Nichols recently arrived from Hoch Iain and plans to return to Belt Lake next week
In a suit filed in Justice Garrison's court this week Karakas seeks over 140 dollars plus costs from Chorge Varakas. Gilbert was employed by Varakas at the Jacks Mohawk mine under a contract. Horetin was paid 4.26 a day and later claimed he was to perform at a lower price. The C Richmond Machinery Co of Salt Lake contracted for a pumping plant for Calera Mining in Chihuahua Mexico. The Tintke Mining and Development Co of Salt Lake owns the property. A new hoist at the Polit mine is nearly completed and expected to be in operation next week.
Mrs Mae Talbott, tried in Reno last week for the murder of her husband Al Talbott, was acquitted and released. The acquittal ends months of legal proceedings and clears her of the charge.
County commissioners vote to raise the tax levy for the coming year amid county financial strain. They implement a centralized purchasing system with county clerk as sole supplier for county officers court house and jail to cut costs. Official bonds are approved for new officials and indigent support is adjusted, while a deed is issued for a mill property sale to a trustee.
Providence Mines & Commercial Company reorganizes Scott Mines holdings, converting Scott Mines into a new joint venture backed by Providence investors. The plan offers 10 Scott shares plus 3 cents cash for each Scott share, with preferred stock at 12 1/2 percent cumulative dividend. Officers include F R Smith president and J OU vice president, while Scott Mines controls Boston & Proche Mining and Rawhide operations. The deal values Scott Mines near 24 cents per share. notable Arizona assets include Copper Glast near Bouse and Rawhide properties with strong copper gold prospects. Dorothy Price appointed secretary. Martin elected to resume material duties for Lincoln County News.
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