10 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1913
Page
1
Eyewitness accounts describe a miners dispute at Mary Mine where three men were shot by an assailant who fled. Officers sweep Tonopah and surrounding areas to locate the suspect as investigations unfold.
Eight ten miles lead at 1226 miles in the middle of the bicycle race as a five mile margin over the record is reported. Three teams stay within a lap of the leaders while two trails follow. No sprint erupts at daybreak. In Parliament a bill for a $128000 appropriation for German participation is debated and opposed. Highest temperature yesterday reached 4. Wegreen reports 36 lowest temperature that night.
A messy OCR fragment reports Tepe Mining taking a wed 4 action amid probing the province UOT to ESS. It mentions an expansion plan, a new Rand Grove, and a pending dividend. Secretary Searles sends a message to Harry Kipwline about remaining action through the week.
Osu and Oppokite Prendie shelter virtually all federal forces in northern Mexico as 3000 rebels approach Ojinagin. Villain expected to attack, fortifications rise, and the army may be forced to fight or delay. Local residents weary of the conflict despite mobilization.
Christiania announces Elihu Root awarded the 1912 peace prize for pacification work in the Philippines and Cuba and arbitration honors including selection as a member of the Court of Arbitration. The prize includes 4000 dollars. The Hague reports his nomination by Brussels and recognition of his diplomatic efforts.
At the remalue convocation of Tone pat ndge BP OHL last evening the charity tall committee reported a charity dance set for Thursday evening. Grigsby will provide tango Andrew Service to perform bunny hop in Highland costume Robert Christian to present an uptodate crixely bear. An informal dance with Kent made the week. An orchestra of six places has been engaged.
Turquoise Chapter No. 11 of the Order of the Eastern Star held its annual election last evening for the ensuing year with Worthy Matron Harriot Browns, Worthy Patron J Simmons, Associate Matron Cornel Sarrit, Secretary Ruby Petty Brews, Treasurer Amalia May, Conductress Clara Calvi, Assistant Conductress Ida Conhgine.
The Vanderbilt Cup and Gentil Prix will be run next year over the Santa Monica course on the Pacific coast, with details indicating an event on the West Coast in Los Angeles.
Sheriff Matley and deputies pursue leads after a gang attack near Kaloo Kear. A shooting at a gathering left multiple wounded, one man later dying. Witnesses describe a confrontation, a revolver fired, and suspects fleeing toward White Mountain via the line at Huiy Junction.
Sacramento Bee reports a controversial deal tied to the Pan American Pacific exposition. It outlines Anglo Pacific Concessions financing for the Narren Palast, with a 250000 share grant to McConnell and 400000 shares offered to California backers at one dollar per share. Costs and commissions are debated, with a projected cash portion after expenses around 180000 from a 740101 company.
Vera Cruz dispatch reports Mexican rebels led by Generals Villareal and Castro nearing Tampico. American commander Rear Admiral Woisher vows to protect foreigners and minimize property damage as tensions rise and defense preparations intensify.
Confused dispatch from Brunswick Georgia reports that a New York bound vessel, Mallory the Rio Grande, avoided a fire during a voyage. Officials suspect prank signals and an investigation by a national department is ongoing into the incident and references to counterfeit wireless activity.
Prof. M. M. Mackinder in charge of the commercial department welcomes a baby girl born yesterday. The Mackinder household celebrates the new arrival as a joyful addition to the family.
Washington report notes sharp partisan exchange as currency bill debate resumes. Democrats back Mitchcook amendment and aim for final vote by the 17th, seeking adjournment. Chairman Clayton of the House Judiciary Committee discusses anti-trust legislation with Wilson.
In Tonopah the Nevada Industrial Commission discussed a troublesome pension case. John Mullin secretary of the board and Dr McLewn examined the matter with Chief of Police Ryne and Justice Harry Dunswath. A beneficiary for the new industrial pension was proposed for Ireland so he could live comfortably. Tim Harrington, a young miner with an amputated leg, has received about $50 monthly and misused funds. The commission weighed limits on payments, proposed a $500 mutual gift, and considered a conservator for Harrington’s and another family’s needs. The tribunal signaled potential actions to protect funds and aid dependents. The decision may set a precedent for related cases.
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