18 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1912
Page
1
Nevada official canvass completed shows Woodrow Wilson carrying the state by 2276 votes. The dispatch also notes ongoing coverage of dynamite conspiracy cases with labor unions blamed for plots and the Archbold impeachment hearing moving toward conclusion.
The official state count shows Woodrow Wilson leading with a large margin, Roosevelt second, Debs third, and Taft last. Key Pittman leads in senate race by a wide margin, with Republican Ert a close rival to Tallman in the race for Congress.
A Richmond speech by Governor Oddie on divorce reform spurs debate about liberalizing residence requirements. A Reno committee studies state records, aiming to influence forthcoming legislation as lawmakers face party dynamics and potential political shifts.
A proposed Senate bill would bar newcomers who cannot read from joining the United States. The measure targets literacy as a binding requirement for immigrants, with emphasis on reading ability as a prerequisite for entry.
A shipment of silver bullion weighing over 500 pounds was sent from the MacNamara mine to the Selby company. The value is estimated between 30,000 and 11,000 dollars, with final figures pending verification. President Joe Josephs arrived from the coast for an inspection and reported the mine in excellent shape and the conditions highly gratifying after several hours underground.
Washington December 18 The committee probing the matter showed a chart outlining how five directors from the J P Morgan group and 17 other financial houses controlled boards of banks loans railroads and other companies. Morgan testified late in the day and the session continued.
A jumble of names and movements from the Tonopah and Round Mountain region. Mrs Joseph T Williams and family, Jon Williams, Mrs Barnett, and others travel between Hot Creek, Owklaut, Tonopah, and Tonopah area towns while guests visit the Round Mountain hydrauic district and placer sites. It records several residents and visitors stopping for short stays and travel plans through late yesterday.
Milo Predonivich a paper hanger survived three bullets fired by Ferovich after a civil suit over $20 borrowed money. Predonivich wrestled for the revolver and rushed to the police station to report the attack. Ferovich was arrested and jailed as the case moved toward grand jury action. Attorney A Hl McNemara represented the plaintiff.
A Halifax household celebrated a Christmas baby, with Dr Grigsby reporting healthy progress. Robert Harmer born to the Burns family, a Wood Sullivan company gift of $1 to city newborns, and Prof Kendall’s clairvoyant tour updates noted.
Fragmentary police note reports jail escapes captured by Mexican troops. It mentions a U S cavalry unit detaining escapees and returning them to custody after the attempt. Names, dates, and locations are unreadable in the fragment.
Nonsensical OCR text appears. no clear event or entities readable. The fragment mentions tickets and certificates but lacks coherent facts, places, or names to summarize into a proper news item.
Tonopah Local No. 26 American Federation of Musicians presents its annual ball at the new Minors' Exchange hall. The event marks the opening of the new quarters with a costly hardwood floor, freshly finished dance surface, and a large crew preparing the venue. Tickets indicate strong attendance expected and the mood is festive.
ELAS and BPO fraternity plot a New Year Eve celebration ending the year and ushering in new one with rituals. Candidates will be initiated after a formal meeting and a turkey banquet prepared by chefs Pont and Christian using a secret roasting method.
The article reports that former Senator Foraker says he was paid for legal services. Letters involving Foraker and figures connected to Peake of Chicago are discussed as part of a broader probe. The piece notes controversy over campaign financing and advertising revenue as alleged by critics.
The Balkan allied peace envoys today work toward a plan if Turkey rejects to sign. Greece may take part, while Adriano fortress issues may need arbitration. Serbia signals willingness to leave Adriatic outlet matters to great powers. Turkish forces reportedly defeat Greeks near Janina with 400 killed, 126 wounded, and many captured.
Wille Leary a four year old father and Round Mountain resident, injured while cleaning an old hammerless revolver at his home in Tonopah. He pulled the trigger, the bullet entering the right leg. He was taken to Miners Hospital, treated, and was reported improving with no further complications. Leary had been in Tonopah about three months and was known in the area.
A historical note claims a full accounting from United Railroads is demanded, referencing a formal request or action tied to a market street railroad company and related officials. The fragment mentions Gan Francino and dates in the 1800s context, and implies government or public scrutiny of railroad finances.
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