Editorial on Standard Oil letter and local prices in Tonopah
The Tonopah Bonanza recounts an oil price dispute tied to Standard Oil. A San Francisco treasurer denies price control claims, cites wholesale costs, and argues freight rates explain regional differences. The editorial parodies aristocratic missteps and notes the treasurer’s cautious humor.
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Tonopah
Bonanza
Miller
Standard Oil Company
San Francisco
Hannyway
Archbold
Nevada
Mr. Miller
Reno Gazette Responds To Tonopah Mine Closure Rumor
The Reno Gazette defends Tonopah Bonanza against claims Reno interests rejoiced at Tonopah mines closing. It argues Reno’s rapid growth stems from Tonopah and Goldfield discoveries, cites substantial Reno investments in mine stocks, and criticizes Southern Nevada press for sensational reports.
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Reno Gazette
Tonopah
Reno
Goldfield
Bonanza
Tonobah
Gazette
the Gazette
Rene
Newata
Rail line cuts freight rates to aid Nevada growth
The Tonopah and Goldfield railway announces a material freight-rate cut effective January 2, 1909. The move earns praise for supporting southern Nevada amid cuts by other major lines. The Tonopah Bonanza refutes rumors that mines will shut down due to silver prices, noting many mines are profitable and suggesting further expansion.
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Tonopah and Goldfield Railway
Nevada
Tonopah Bonanza
Tonopah
Bonanza
Oakland Tribune
Murder at Kings River Leaves Humboldt Deputy Dead
Charles Barr, a vaquero, fatally shot Deputy Sheriff Billy Larkin near Kings River in Humboldt County while Larkin and partner Kohn Braval stayed at Riley's ranch. Barr fled on a fast horse as a statewide search extends into Nevada and adjacent states. Larkin, formerly with Wells Fargo in Arizona, was deputized for a civil papers mission when killed. Sheriff Lamb calls it a cold blooded murder. ties to the June killing of a desperado named Taylor.
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Nevada
California
Idaho
Utah
Charles Barr
Billy Larkin
Humboldt County
Kings River
Larkin
Kohn Braval
Winnemucca
Riley
Here
Barr
Taylor
Lamb
James Edson
Arizona
Wells- Fargo and Company
Mizpah Mine Flooding Spills Water Into Main Street
Water from the Mizpah shaft flooded Main street turning it to mud as the company moved to redirect the flow at its own expense. A flume will channel the water to the gulch where Montana mill waste runs. Locals criticize the company though officials say no legal obligation requires action. St Marks Guild meets Friday December 11 at 2 20 pm in the guild room. secretary K Kidd notes attendance.
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Mizpah
Main
Montana
St. Mark's Guild
K. Kidd
Pay Day at the Mines and Railroads in Tonopah
Pay day arrives for miners and railroad workers in Tonopah. About 150000 dollars will be distributed by the companies. Banks prepared to cash checks and have received large coin shipments from the San Francisco Mint.
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Tonopah
San Francisco
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Tonopah Daily
Tonopal
Associated Press
Alesse
Aes
Standard Oil
Olly John Rockefeller
House of Lords
Rounsevell
S. Bert Cohen
ST. Mark’s Guild
Tonopah Banking Corporation
Krehange
United States
Europe
ANT
George G. Nixon
George Wingfield
Eugene Howell
H. C. Moore
H.C. Brougher
W. J. Douglas
W. J. Harel
Chas
E. Knox
T. J
Caddle Safe Deposit
Wittenberg Warehouse & Transfer
Xmas Goods
Tonopah Jewelry Store
Ernest Dobrowsky
Prop
Main St
Tonopah Drug Co
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