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Newspaper
The Pioche Weekly Record
Location
Pioche, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1890
Page
3
In Pioche on July 19 1590 editors report that two mining firms operate here with promising properties yet no boom. Prospects depend on railway reach and continued development. investors are warned against overoptimism while locals note small gains and ongoing commerce.
Town notes tell of silver prices at 105 dollars per pound, the pan room nearing completion at Reduction Works, and silver rising as miners chase gains. Reports cover local events from photos to mail contracts, social clubs, and ore treatment methods amid community chatter and business updates.
A Tin Cup special reports a discovery six miles from town with claims of a mountain of gold. Quarts vein, 1500 feet long and up to four feet thick, yields projections of vast wealth with min ers taking out $5000 daily. Report details a $1,000 mail robbery reward and a testimonial for Tribin liniment from A F Grearson of Silver Reef Utah.
A St Louis jeweler notes a woman asking for rings for married men and argues a badge like wedding bands could signal commitment and curb male flirtation in society. The satirical letter discusses social signals and compares to other curiosities from the era, including a Warsaw patient and a lottery ticket worth $40,000.
In the Dry-Goods Department we offer special bargains to clear Spring and Bum mer goods in transit. Notables include blankets robes bed comforters flannels ladies skirts cloaks jackets dress goods woolen hose mitts and scarves.
In this department we present superior bargains with a stock of overcoats buits hats caps boots shoes and gents furnishing goods of the best quality. Buck gloves priced 50 percent lower than before and our stock is the largest in years.
Grocery Department advertises constantly low prices claiming to beat all others. It notes expanded stock including marneas and a wide harness assortment with collars halters and bridles. Entirely new and fresh goods available with monthly receipts. Terms strictly cash.
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