15 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1915
Page
1
A Bulgarian official dispatch says Bulgarians have stopped pursuit of Anglo French forces at the Greek border. Allies’ line reportedly extends north to near Kakii five miles north of Sulaniki amid reports of Hungarian forces entering Greek territory being denied by the Greek government.
A Mantintian mining company linked to Tonmpal Interests plans to start extensive operations after restructuring. The site holds large ore tonnage and has faced past financial hurdles but now aims to begin home extraction at lower treatment costs, with the mill reportedly being prepared for operation.
WH Evans hints at ads if he enters business. A destitute Tonopaly family received relief aid including food and bedding but refused a siren offer. By 12:30 three beds were donated and a committee had arranged more support for the family.
Special to The Bonansa Santa Clara Cal Len 15 Art Smith the daring hay aviator made Wik Garewell Might before his departure for the anat yesterday after dawn at the University of Santa Clara’s turf Held. About twenty thin wind people wlingsed the ment during of it flights. His attics in the air were something marvelous the Vimo Santa Clara on property written in the sky was the grand finale of his elaborate performance.
A note urges timely action for a near neighbor in need missing essential clothing bedding and provisions as a winter camp reminder. Community members are asked to report the situation to the appropriate committee promptly.
An appeal directed to the president urged action regarding a political crisis. The message cited concerns over governance and governance legitimacy, referencing a monarchy and international response. It appeared in a dispatch from a foreign correspondent.
Members of Turquoise No. 16 Order of the Eastern Star elected officers for the term. Names named include Clara Galvin as worthy matron, William Cochran as worthy patron, Ida Cochran as associate matron, Asby Pettycrave as secretary, Mary Davin as treasurer, Frixie Wardle as conductor, Lilli Haaren as assistant conductor. Installation planned for the night of January 6.
A German airship on a mission near the front was destroyed with nearly forty crew members reported killed or injured. Rescue efforts continued as authorities investigated the crash and confirmed the loss of life among the crew.
The literary society plans a December 22 meeting with a student produced program. Public attendance is invited to support educational value. High school prep class members are practicing classical pieces and several concerts are scheduled this season. A Winnemac telegram announced the girls basketball team will play Tonopah in the city on December 3. Tickets are on sale and hoped for strong public support to cover expenses for a visiting team.
The Spanish Springs Mining Company filed incorporation papers with the county clerk. The company is authorized for 1,000,000 shares with par value of one dollar, located at Spanish Springs near Twopal, with offices in San Francisco. Directors listed are Theodor A. Bell Guy Avery and J W Dorsey all of San Francisco.
John G. Kirchen of Tunoyah is selected as a delegate from the state to the National Mining and Metallurgic Congress in Washington. The session begins tomorrow with greetings and events planned, though the final details appear unsettled.
Official readings show temperatures at 5am and 12 noon with a 2pm value unclear. Relative humidity listed as 5 percent at 1am, indicating a dry early day.
The steamship Oscar I arrived at Kirkwall with the Ford peace party aboard. Trans Atlantic vessels held up by Britain caused the ship to be detained, implying possible British action against the voyage.
In Seattle on Lake Union a 29 year old man was shot in a rowboat by Anatole Vasile who then killed himself. A note and family statements suggest a motive linked to a domestic dispute and a possible double tragedy.
Governor Boyle and County Clerk Pohl discuss arrangements for the silver service exhibit for the superdreadnaught Nevada in Tonopah. Plans include a fireproof location watch and a public function. The governor may visit to supervise with Mr. Pohl. arrival of the service is expected in a week or more.
In Judge Averill's court this morning Love on the Mt. Od die United Mines case faced a new attorney who sought a jury trial. The request was refused due to waivers by both counsels. The matter was continued to January 6.
The morning record dropped to one degree at standard times while thermometers near Legler read ten degrees above zero between five and six. The Tonopah to Goldfield Carrara road sees rising business as ten cars daily head south to Las Vegas or Death Valley Junction. Obeltuk notes survey traffic warrants consideration.
Senator Pittman of Nevada introduces four bills to grant two million notes of public funds for development projects and to abolish residence on homesteads. An evening charity auction is noted with free admission and welcoming attendees.
A preliminary inspection of the steamer Minnesota returning from Seattle after disablement at sea found no obvious abnormalities. Officials await a technical report on the vessel’s boilers.
Saloniki dispatch via Paris reports Bulgarians crossed into Greek Strumitea as Germans spar with Allied forces. Athens notes limited German cooperation, while Bulgarian casualties claim about 5000 killed and 15000 wounded in recent days.
Samuel Gompers told President Wilson organized labor will support national defense and asked for a labor commission representative to confer with army and navy officers on mobilization plans. He urged inclusion in the defense preparations.
In Oakland on December 15 Charles Lawrence, a mill hand, killed his wife with an axe after failing to reconcile. Their 16 year old daughter heard the attack from outside the bedroom. Tago Lawrence was arrested.
London reports Viscount Alverstone, aged 72, former lord chief justice of England, died today after a long illness sparked by a heart attack in 1912. Known for a vigorous, athletic image, he excelled in running and golf and remained prominent in British public life. He served nearly two decades as the nation’s top judge.
Judge Averill in the district court distributed 15360 shares of Halifax stock from the estate of the late Malesim L. McDonald. Fifteen hundred shares were reserved for attorney fees at the closing of the estate, not distributed to creditors.
The funeral of Inte Blackieurke was held today at 2 PM from Wonnacott and Cavanaugh's undertaking parlors. Attendants were asked to remember a stated charity. Admission was free. No obituary details provided.
Jeat Willard the heavyweight champion of the world and Fred Multon of Rochester Minnesota signed articles for a twenty round title bout on March 4 in New Orleans. Willard will receive 32500 for any outcome including win lose or draw. bout aimed at deciding the world championship.
A German submarine was sunk in the Black Sea off Bulgaria, and a Turkish torpedo boat was sunk in the Sea of Marmara by the British. The Turkish cruiser Sultan Geli̇m, formerly the Goeben, left the Black Sea after torpedoing but with non serious damage.
Henry James joins Robert Emmet, son of Dr. Thomas A. Emmet of New York, as former Americans under royal attention. Emmet, Harvard graduate now serving in the British army, is a descendant of the Irish leader who died in 1808.
On Monday 1st Earl Marriott arrived from Sacramento with a load of scheelite concentrates from the Doyle Mining Company. The ore, averaging better than 60 percent, is valued at present prices between $9000 and $10,000, according to Ely Recon.
Ryan and Stenson advertise as The House of Quality offering furs cloaks overcoats and seasonable clothing with attractive prices meant to entice local shoppers to buy domestically rather than travel out of town for bargains.
Attorney H R Cooke leaves tomorrow for Carson City to represent Nevada Telephone and Telegraph in a jury trial against Postal Telegraph and Cable in the U S district court. McLmod returned from the coast with her daughter Lola to spend the holidays with her parents. The late lady attended a Dominican college at San Rafael.
The Millers basketball team, defeated by Tonopah 42 to 26, has recovered from the hard game despite skinned knees and Pinkstalt's thumb injury. A Millers letter to Bonanga praises Tonopah sportsmanship and notes the team aims to play Goldfield next before seeking revenge on Tonopah.
The Ladies Aid of the Presbyterian church thank the public and friends for patronage at their bazaar which was a success. They announce remaining pieces of fancy work at Mrs Joe Piercy home Bilin street and aprons at Mrs Harman 105 Summit Street.
An eight year gap ends as Frank Hertzer resumes duty at the Bonansa shift. He borrows tobacco from the foreman and returns with the original slab, noting only the portion chewed away during his shift.
Washington Dec 15 The assignment of Republican and Progressive representatives to committees for the present Congress shows Joseph Cannon once long time speaker of the House has been placed sixth on the appropriation committee. Years ago he was its chairman.
London dispatch reports King Constantine II of Greece has contracted a mild fever. Physicians prescribed complete rest following the illness.
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