12 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1919
Page
1
A century old theater was destroyed by an unexpected blaze. Firefighters battled flames as smoke engulfed the building, with eyewitnesses reporting loud explosions and a collapse risk. Rescue efforts continued as authorities investigated the cause.
Fragmentary text mentions workers, settlements, and various names, but lacks coherent facts or dates. The readable portions reference labor issues and names in a garbled OCR sequence, preventing a clear summary of events or outcomes.
Fragmented OCR text suggests a political or civic piece mentioning Ted Veet and a secretary named Turstiatty. The passage references a statewide vote at the White House and tensions around administration and county representative duties. The readable content remains unclear and garbled.
A fragmented wartime report discusses Premier frame up of a defence policy with mentions of allied loans and Britain. Readers note references to Lee 42 and John Davis amid unclear phrases. The text cites government and opposition positions on security measures and international aid.
The funeral and details follow a note that M R Pittman Esq a leading Nevada lawyer and former judge died after an operation at Rochester New York He was born in Wickahure Wisconsin and lived thirty years in Nevada where he was highly esteemed by colleagues and friends His widow Julian Pittman and his son are named Interment arrangements are set for Stitt Lake Providence Rochester Local American Lodge meeting announced Weather report closes the record.
A court verdict anchors a contested mine dispute amid tumultuous local chatter. Names and places appear tangled in the scrambled text, with financial figures cited as nine thousand nine hundred dollars.
A dispatch reports a postelection urgency at Tonopah regarding a post office appointment. An inspector has been investigating since July 29 and is to wire a report today. Upon receipt, officials will be advised of further action, with delays likely until a Republican administration takes hold.
The plaintiff, identified as Syed Hut and associated parties, sues Nye County residents and named groups for breach of contract and unpaid sums. Alleged agreements dated 1986 to 1988 seek damages including 1100 down and 3000, with further relief requested against multiple defendants and entities in the Mayeska group and related parties.
A partial oblique report notes Harry Flannery died in San Francisco while another line mentions a man named Sut Prangleen sentenced to one year in prison for selling narcotics. The text is fragmentary and mixed with unreadable segments.
Farmers make good on crops as a provincial gathering praises valuable oak crops. Weather outlook shows a dip in temperatures with a possible cool front. The piece notes a federal suffrage amendment ratification proceeding in Colorado with the state house poised for a near unanimous passage.
Paris reports Georges Carpentier issued a challenge to Jack Dempsey for a heavyweight title fight. The prospect of a Paris bout heightens interest as both boxers stand as leading figures in the era.
A weather and accident filled national wire summary reports heavy snow at the summit delaying funeral plans for Filell Ambrosini and Antonia Gay, with a brother due from San Francisco anticipated. Joe Fronclarw informs Ambrosini’s brother’s arrival. funeral postponed pending events. Also, Miss Nora Fedineton at the Mizpah Hotel notes Joe White seeks treatment for throat issues in San Francisco. A wartime dispatch from London notes volunteers driven out of Plrva Hy Anemones, and Washington reports Masquis and Sabonis towns captured by volunteers.
Fragmentary OCR details a legal decree involving lens makers accused of price manipulation and corporate activity. Names and specifics are unclear, but the document references regulatory action by authorities and potential charges against individuals and firms.
A fragmented note lists a mining meeting set for next Monday at an underground site near Helens Were. It mentions participants like Kieu Pomyinall and Vint StS, with references to a plan involving profits and a date near January 2.
Correspondence from Associated Press reports counterfeit Mexican currency circulating in Mexico City. Officials warn the treasury department about the spread and advise vigilance, noting local authorities and outlets are monitoring the situation as risks rise.
Fifteen former army men are to leave Pingland for East Africa to seek their fortunes under a government scheme granting free passage. About 6,000 applications have been approved under the program, but a lack of shipping is delaying transportation for the remainder.
The Arrowhead men form an organization with officers including Sohne prasihint, Oster as president, Peter Fox of Arrowhead Mining, and Wick Toward as treasurer. Rajon A Mever serves as deputy for the arts committee and Monty Goodman leads the resource committee, with Pat Manney and others in support roles.
Women seize attention on Wall Street in a dramatic rally against state authorities. The piece notes participation by women from different groups, urging reform and highlighting social justice concerns amid tense political climate.
In a tersely worded record a local authority outlines the start of a formal inquiry. The minutes mention a range of names and places while noting ongoing examinations of events and possible actions.
Irregular OCR skews a report about Tonopah residents showing interest in Texas oil prospects and a company’s plans. It mentions a $42,000 sale, Burkhurnett drilling, dividend proposals to stockholders, and a London Paris railway time notation query.
Sugar control bill passed by Senate becomes public notice. The document cites the Me Nay Gift confinement of certain items and outlines printing requirements for notices. It references the capital ration and distribution regulations under the midwestern district’s authority and mandates publication in local records.
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