04 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1915
Page
1
Distorted Irish corruption and misprints aside, British forces retreat toward Kut after a heavy 4 007 casualties in the Baghdad campaign. General Townshend reports the assault stalled with Allied lines wavering in Mesopotamia amid rumors of further invasions and shifting public opinion back home.
A lively social at the gymnasium featured a May era theme with refreshments and cake. Guests enjoyed a cooking activity led by Chisidy and Comber while volunteers facilitated games and music, ending late at night as attendees returned home.
Fragmentary report describes a large fire at We Nevadd Short Line near Neneel. It notes gasoline involvement, a heavy blaze, and extensive damage with vehicles and a shop affected. Authorities and A. A. Coded up gemaldeene ME are referenced in the chaotic account.
Anavlin Knox Ovieh daughter of Mr and Mrs Masel Knox Ovieh died in a sad event. The funeral service was held at 3 o clock with Parente Andrix Brothers Elk Montango officiating from Michigan. Interment followed at Berlian Plot Me Tonwiyah Cemetery. Family residence to church service noted. no further details.
In San Diego plans surface to rename the fair with a new title Panik aeons International. The move aims to refresh branding while preserving fair identity and community ties.
The West End Consolidated Mining company reported a bullion shipment this morning. The value tallies at 47,002.74 dollars based on silver and refined metal estimates.
Report from Goldfield scouts indicate the Keane Wonder Mining Company plans to reopen the Wonder Mill near Geath Valley. Under the direction of PON Pletelier, crews will resume ore processing using cyanide methods while repairing old infrastructure and preparing the mine for extended operation.
A rugged description of heavy rainfall and stormy skies afflicting TKanopal with floods and property damage. It notes weather resilience measures, public officials blamed for delays, and a call for patience as the One Above governs during the unsettled period.
In St Louis on December 4 the government suit to separate the Central Pacific from the Southern Pacific is resumed before federal judges. Peter F Dunne led the railroad side yesterday and Edward F Meher prepared to follow with a rebuttal for the government.
The general council of the department of Kouches du Aone announced the opening of 10 public butcher shops in Marseilles to sell meat at approximately cost price aimed at lowering general prices.
London papers express gratification at the release of Hoyed and Von Papen as the next chapter of the story unfolds. Ambamador Bern is noted in connection with ongoing events and commentary.
Fragmented dispatch from Peking says a 10 year old boy may be named emperor as plans for succession proceed amid pressure from Russia, Japan, and Britain. Reports say the child ruler may resist and prefer life on a farm, while earlier courtiers push for a peaceful transfer.
A. Davide son, president of the Panama California exposition, announced that the event will continue next year. It opens January 1 with many exhibits from San Francisco and Canada.
A Mediterranean steamer sank with the loss of four aboard. Middieton and Chan Stel ard perished, with one wounded. The fate of other crew and passengers remains unclear as rescue efforts continue.
Fragmented report notes Associated Press copy on defense policy in Washington. It mentions investigation into links with German ships and British agents suggesting possible evidence. The piece hints at committee nominations and political debate surrounding defense strategy.
New York December 4. Doctor Burns Rotter and Joseph Poppin ham convicted of conspiracy were sentenced to eighteen months in the Atlanta penitentiary. Adeljt Machiniester received one year. The Hamburg American fine was one dollar. The defendants were admitted to bail pending writ of error.
Ballots pour in at Tonopah for the Nevada Film Co contest with large totals reported for several contenders. Isabel Davin leads with 157 950 votes while Mike Eleanor Malone has 110 800, as more ballots remain to determine the prize winner.
Despite rain the Panama fair closes with record attendance as crowds surge through turnstiles. The noon and midnight ceremonies include taps from the tower of jewels and a ceremonial flag lowering while "Auld Lang Syne" is sung. Art Smith plans a dramatic air loop farewell.
Three shifts are operating at the Darmn Coal Mining company in Coaldale, taking about seven feet daily as the shaft descends toward 490 feet. A high quality vein has been reached, with a second larger vein expected. miners report clay obstructions and water pockets but progress continues. Carman has placed stock at Tonopah and is making collections, signaling cautious optimism about the mine’s output.
In keeping with the late Dan Wheeler custom, Mr Wheeler's home will sponsor a December 1 gathering at the Elks lodge in Reno to raise funds for charitable work by applying proceeds to all records.
The Belgian minister of finance, Alexander van de Vyvere, landed in New York aboard the liner Adriatic after a visit to arrange a loan and purchases for Belgium. Officials report no confirmed loan details yet as talks continue.
Police report Don's Place saloon at Bheht robbed in the early morning. A diamond ring and about 20 in cash were taken. The ring was recovered and officers seek the burglar, hoping to close the case by evening.
Dave Llewellyn learned a friend was in distress on the Bly road and pursued in his car. His machine broke about ten miles from town, and he waited hours until Bert Pollard arrived with a truck to return them to Tonopah.
Judge Avert granted the motion to strike the memorandum of costs in the Rudolph Warltner company suit heard this morning. The court noted the bill was filed in time and approved the cost bill deletion.
Drill operation in progress halted for a week due to the driller MMeene needing medical treatment. The worker has a 16 Ci comet exposure and is expected back from fan Francises later in the week. work will resume then.
Henry Ford arrives with over eighty peace advocates and fifty seven correspondents and photographers at the dock. Mileen members delayed departures by arriving late. Bryan says the mission has a chance to succeed. Ford receives a wife from King Haakon and two delegates marry aboard the docked slip.
President Wilson and Mrs. Galt will marry December 18 at her Washington residence. Attendants include her mother and family, Wilson siblings and daughter. no formal invitations. Honeymoon likely in the South. Reverend Sylvester Beak and Reverend Hert Smith expected to officiate. diplomats may be notified to avoid display.
Tonopah Eagles No. 271 elected officers including W. B. Evans as president A Hooper as vice president Thos Ee Prout as chaplain C Richards as secretary M Ro Glo ovat as treasurer William Frohock as inside guard DeChene as outside guard Joseph Rippingham as trusted long term Dr J R Masterson as aero physician NM McCormick as pest worthy president The officers will be installed January 7 after a social session.
Berlin December 4 about 61,000,000 marks were paid in cash by subscribers to the third German loan in the week of November. This brought the total paid to 19,452,600,000 marks, about 86 percent of the entire subscription, with lending institutions advancing 163,000,00 marks, making their total 0. FOUN
Postmaster General Burleson conferred with Provident Wilson about appointments in New York and Brooklyn. Morgan’s term as postmaster in New York ends December 24 and Brooklyn postmaster W E Kelly resigned to become county clerk.
Paris December 4 The new Portuguese cabinet declared it would abstain from party politics and adhere strictly to national policy expressing sympathy for the Union. The statement appeared before parliament yesterday with a pledge to maintain unity and alignment with Allied aims.
Tonopah teams No 121 of the Western Federation of Miners will hold officer elections on Tuesday between noon and 7 pm. Nominations were completed at the Mant Mheetton.
Stormy gusts at Goldfield disrupted power and service last night as the wind stalled operations and affected several facilities including ps Fae throotess. Local crews worked to restore lines and equipment after the outage.
A warrant was issued for Baron George Wilhelm Von Briencken a German cavalry captain on charges of attempting to disrupt commerce. He claimed diplomatic immunity as an attaché and avoided arrest. Washington notified that Briencken remained at large with Robert Capelle, a North German Lloyd agent, reported hiding off Sausalito aboard an interned German vessel. Detective Crowley is charged with conspiracy.
Tonight the Clippers meet the Invincibles at the Airdome to decide the city championship. Referee Don Kennedy will safeguard the bout while coach Mr Crows handles the girls’ contest. Players Walter Bowler and Jay Smith return, with games set against Millers Goldfield Austin Reno and more after the year’s feast. Admission is twenty five cents and a dance follows with a three piece orchestra. J J Griffith travels from Manhattan and stays at the Mizpah.
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