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Newspaper
The Pioche Weekly Record
Location
Pioche, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1908
Page
2
WM. E. ORR issued Every Saturday editor Eugene Goodrich business manager Entered at the Postoffice a Pioche Nevada as second class matter.
The writer condemns actions by C. D. Breeze who raised the lot price for a Miners' Union hall project, arguing personal gain was sought. With Fourth of July preparations underway, committees have little time left to organize a celebratory event and urge early action to surpass past years.
The Flora Springs Water Company plans digging next week to receive pipes now nearing Pioche. Water carts will be ready today to supply water. An immense 100000 gallon tank is under construction, with hopes to meet the fire department contract within twenty days. Real estate sales include Norgel selling a Main street lot for 16000 and Carson with Gerow selling a Meadow Valley street lot for 700.
Local lumber yard announces Sunday closure affecting customers in Shelton. The notice mentions changes to weekend hours and advises patrons to plan purchases accordingly.
Reports show Pioche mine bullion shipped since the 22nd ultimo totaling $39,381.05 with sufficient ore to keep the Chicago mill running. Ore averages $249 per ton at the battery, while mining progresses with the main shaft down 460 feet and a ledge expected at 820-6 feet. Plans announce crushing at Bowery Mill today, using two 25-stamp mills, as prospecting drifts continue and new ledges are explored.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a court matter involving Abe Le Lae, Patel, and a Nevada venue. Mentions client, surety, and a 4Te war coat district, with references to a Peter and Megiater Intiret and an unspecified hearing or filing.
A dated notice from April 1908 records partial information about a commander and related shares amid fragmented text. It mentions periods, locations, and officials in a sparse legal public notice.
A legal notice references a patent related claim and states signatures are required in the Ploche county record. It mentions a publication date around March and notes the need to sign at the record office. The fragmented OCR shows names and locations but is unclear.
A district court summons issued in Lane County Nevada Court commands the respondent to appear in the State of Nevale on a specified date to answer the complaint filed by the plaintiff. The document outlines service requirements and warns of default consequences if unserved or if the respondent fails to respond.
A contested medical encounter unfolds as two farmers seek care from a physician, with accusations of fees and objections to treatment. The scene includes a heated dispute over a ten dollar charge and discussion of remedies amid a tense rural setting.
A jagged notes fragment recounts a 98 Panacher entry and a delayed Nevada detention inquiry. It mentions Sadie, Sean, and Baty amid references to a race pace, a survey, and a hoped reset at Mee fag nie. The text is highly garbled but centers on racing events and related delays.
A century ago whalebone sold for over ten cents a pound and produced millions in value. From 1848 through the Clyde War period output averaged about 1,800,000 pounds yearly, peaking at 6,982,300 pounds in 1859 as prices rose. By 1900 production declined, yet whalebone shipments remained vast, with total market value near 50 million dollars, shaping global trade.
Fragmented text discusses tendencies in early motor travel and possible changes in vehicle use. Mentions police or oversight and notes concerns about routine trips and vehicle condition, with garbled phrases about pace and modernization.
A man arrives at a clergy house in shabby attire and heavy steps, claiming kin. He interacts with Rev Temple's family, battles with fatigue, and a child questions him as the scene expands into hints of a larger tale. The narrative continues on Page Three.
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