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The Pioche Weekly Record

Location

Pioche, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1908

Page

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Transfer of Half Interest in EL Monica Mine

A one half interest in the EL Monica mining claim in Pioche transfers from B. S. Nunn to Robert McLaughlin for 1600 dollars. McLaughlin plans development with a crew extending a tunnel from Main street, while Robert Schofield retains the remaining half. The district, near Bamberger mines, is seen as promising with potential ore production in coming months.

EL Monica McLaughlin Main Street Robert Schofield Pioche Capita

Excitement To the West In Pioche Mineral Finds Grow

Excitement surrounds Pioche as 80 territory claims near West Point and Burnt Canyon multiply. Prospector groups led by J S Free, Laurence Tullock, James Tullock, David Prophet and M L Lee report multiple two to fourteen claim ground, with development underway. Long known mineral showings inspired renewed effort. owners pledge determined exploration may yield proven mines in the area.

Pioche West Point Burnt Canyon J. S. Free Laurence Tullock James Tullock David Prophet M. L Lee

Tell Troubles To Recorder Tell Troubles To Recorder

A location notice received by the recorder’s office notes a mining claim dispute. The usual ground and width statements are replaced by the claim that the work is not staked and not done due to being ejected with a Winchester. The passage hints at armed contention over the claim and forewarns of potential force to hold mining ground in Lincoln County records.

Recorder’s Office Lincoln County

Not Guilty Verdict in State v Connors Case

In Justice Connell's court the State against Frank Connors charged with malicious mischief ended with a not guilty verdict. The jury recommended payment by the defendant to repair a damaged wheel on a wagon owned by a Chinese peddler. District Attorney Horsey prosecuted, Judge Breeze defended. Hans Olson assisted in incorporating Stampede-Pioche Mining, in which he holds a substantial interest.

Connell Frank Connors Connors Horsey Breeze Hans Olson Pioche Stampede-Pioche Mining Company

Looking Into History Miss Weir Visits Pioche

Miss Jennie Elizabeth Weir, secretary of the Nevada Historical Society, spent a couple of days in Pioche early this week examining local history. She says the society is compiling data for an accurate regional history and that much past history is incorrect based on conversations with early settlers.

Jennie Elizabeth Weir The Nevada Historical Society Pioche Miss Weir

State Auditor Resigns in Nevada

Lou Henderson, Nevada state auditor, has tendered resignation to Governor Dickerston, effective immediately upon acceptance. He departs to focus on other business interests after succeeding the late Nate Roff. Henderson formerly visited Pioche in official capacity. Pioche Supply & Construction Co. awarded a contract to build a residence for William Wadsworth on lower Pioche Street.

Lou ©. Henderson Nevada Dickertson Henderson Nate Roff Pioche Pioche Supply & Construction Company William Wadsworth Lower Pioche Street

Boston Pioche Shipping Ore Racks High Grade Shipment

Boston Pioche Shipping ore from the local depot shipped another car of high grade ore for the Boston and Pioche company. The ore is among the district’s finest, famed for porphyry dyke silver and ore production. Ore is carefully sorted to ensure freight is paid only on bullion bearing racks, promising profitable sampler returns for shippers.

Boston & Pioche Company Porphyry Dyke

All Should Register Early for Open Registration

Public notice urges all qualified electors to register promptly. Justice Connell announces registration books open at the RECORD office until October 10, with office hours for inquiries and assistance.

Proche Acs Justice Connell

General Cleanup Ordered to Enforce Health Rules

Town officers move to clean up yards of businesses and homes deemed hazardous to public health. A ten day notice will be given and prosecutions will follow if notified parties fail to act. No one will be spared in this enforcement effort.

To Map Out Course of Study

Five deputy state superintendents are meeting in this city to grade examination papers and discuss a uniform course of study for a statewide curriculum. The discussions focus on standardizing the grading process and aligning assessments across districts.

Freight for Our District

The Car son News notes weekly consignments at the local spot including timber for Ely Valley Mining, lumber for Shelton Lumber, and merchandise for A Thompson Co. A state school study plan aims to unify curricula for all Nevada schools targeting next fall with meetings of Pioche merchants professors and officials.

Car of Ely Valley Minng Company Shelton Lumber Company Var Coal Oil A. Thompson Company Nevada Carson News Prince Consolidated Pioche Ifive State University Pioche-Pacific

Mining Man From Des Moines Tours Golden Prince Properties

Mr. Mitchell of Des Moines and George E. Coxe of Caliente visited Pioche this week to inspect Golden Prince company ground. The thorough examination impressed Mitchell, with development work uncovering fine ore. Recent samples exceeded expectations, one returning over sixty dollars per ton, signaling further capital interest and potential for the Golden Prince amid the Prince Consolidated region.

Mr. Mitchell Des Moines George E. Coxe Caliente Pioche Golden Prince Company Mitchell Golden Princesss Prince Consolidated Properties

Delightful Time Last Evening at Pioche Hall

The Ladies' Union Guild hosted a delightful party last evening at Miners' Union hall. The event showcased their renowned hospitality and supported youth programs in Pioche. The hall was provided free by the union, and the structure stands as a testament to local enterprise and civic spirit.

Ladies’ Union Guild Miners’ Union Pioche

Will Work Gypsy Property Formed for Stampede-Pioche Mine

The Stampede-Pioche Mining Co., newly incorporated in the district, aims to develop the Gypsy claim in Stampede territory. Local incorporators include County Assessor John F. Roeder and wife, James A. Neabitt, Ben Geske of Pioche, and Hans Olson of Caliente. The Gypsy shaft reaches 400 feet with porphyry dyke exposure and historic chloride of silver samples valued highly. The territory, once worked by A. W. Scott, may yield profitable ore with proactive development. Its Arizona law incorporation shows a $1,000,000 capitalization, though officers are not yet chosen.

Stampede-Pioche Mining Company Stampede John F. Roeder James A. Neabitt Ben Geske Pioche Hans Olson Caliente Robert Flynn A. W. Scott Territory of Arizona

New York Market News Predicts Ongoing Upward Trend

Donald C. Catlin argues that market sentiment is lifting as public confidence returns, forecasting continued gains for New York stocks and a bullish curb market. He cites Westinghouse progress, favorable news on Combination Fraction, and expected consolidation making West End Consolidated pivotal in Tonopah, urging purchases of Good Goldfield and Imperial and Miami copper stocks.

Standard Oil Chicago Keneshaw Mountain Landis New York Landis Court of Appeals Westinghouse McNamara West End Goldfield Namara West End Consolidated Ton Donald C. Catlin

New Nevada Utah Day mine plant in full operation

The Day mine power plant in the Nevada Utah operation is now active and described as the most complete in the region. Nine gasoline hoists are operating within four miles of Pioche. Registration for the coming election opened this morning and counties are urged to petition for new voting precincts where inhabitants exceed minimums.

Nevada-Utah Day Mine Piobe

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B. S. Nunn R. McLaughlin Pioche Town Boston-Pioche Shipping Ore Golden Prince Union Hall New York Market News United States Ormsby County Grand Jury State Bank and Trust Com Frank L. Wildes
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