19 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1913
Page
1
A forthcoming Bonanza Business Boost edition is advertised for release tomorrow night in Minned. The item promises content on Tonopath growth, desert life, and Tonopah area developments, with prices set at 10 cents per copy and mail subscriptions offered. The piece mentions the local publication’s distribution and pricing details.
Kindergarten and first grade pupils prepare for a Christmas program while teachers invite parents to holiday gatherings. Children read The Jovial Babin and enjoy bright crayon drawings. Trustees ordered demonstrations of dynamite dangers in the yard, prompting safety reminders as vacations approach. Principal J D Seat leads a science lesson on mining safety for the high school. Absent records improved with a partial holiday granted. Christmas break will extend from December 24 to January 3, with a midweek half-holiday reward for good attendance.
Tomorrow morning Walter Warren arrives with 200 birds at the War Ren brothers event near Wikbyelic. Patrons will receive a chance to win a fig bind by betting on a turkey shooting contest. Local teams show mixed progress as the Warren Down plans a decisive display and promises a day of betting and prizes.
A fragmentary discussion compares gold values, noting $19 to $20 per ounce as quoted by a stteltore and a precise calculation of ounce weight in troy terms. The text contrasts a $20.07 figure with a 1 ounce gold equivalent of 1.2224 troy ounces and a dollar value around 10.8, tainted by OCR errors.
The Presbyterian Shitroh choir will present a special musical program during Sunday evening worship. The program, prepared by the Sunday Honor, features Jari Wimber from Ittie as a guest, adding festive music to the Christmas service.
A historic hotel in LaPuyrtte near White Cua, Hum boldt county, was sold recently by Sheriff Lami to Aart & Co of that town. The sale followed bids for guns and goods associated with the property. Local records show the transfer completed under sheriff's action.
JP Van Mitlingen bootkeeper for Campbell and Kelly fell ill yesterday afternoon and was removed to the texiden. Consultation of platelate followed. Opinion grew that the father was suffering from gullatones. Van Mitlingen has been a team member in town for five years after leaving the Bank of Manhatten under the Geer Smith regime.
J M Davis resigns as general superintendent of the Central District of the Southern Pacific with headquarters at San Francisco. He has served seven years with the Southern Pacific Company and will take a water position with an eastern rail line.
In Honroa Springs Kansas Booth Frolla Harvey an alleged bootlegger was killed and two others wounded in an unidentified confrontation today. Police investigated the scene as investigators gathered broken rumors and scattered evidence.
General Villa agreed to indemnify Spaniards expelled from Chihuahua after their property was seized. He ordered an inventory of confiscated property and said the expulsion aimed at rebels and those aiding Huerta. He pledged to protect rights of all foreigners and study nonpartisan assets, with investigations beginning.
Edwin J. Howell formerly secretary of the Fagle Salt Works at Leyte Nevada was arrested in Provo Utah on charges of converting about 5000 received to pay company accounts. Grand jury indictments in 1912-1913 charged six offenses as Howell allegedly diverted roughly 8000 of 12000 in four years to his own use amid bank dispute over notes and drafts.
A court martial in Straburg Germany sentenced Seaman Lieutenant Saron Von Forstner to four days in the penitentiary and canceled his military appointment for involvement in riotary actions with the sea and Seabern riots amid German tensions, per the report.
President Wilson signed off on the reports of Secretaries Daniels and Garrion regarding recent Carabao measures of Philippine policy. He held a cabinet conference as he resumed work after a long absence. Distinguished mourners attended the funeral of Cardinal Rampolia in Rome, marking a notable departure in clerical circles.
Los Angeles December 18 F B Young a longtime churchman admitted a love triad scam. He wooed wealthy widows then threatened exposure unless they paid him money. He confessed and is hospitalized awaiting probation.
Los Angeles December 19 Charles A Elder former president of the Los Angeles Investment Company and ten other former officers and directors of the $20,000,000 corporation have been reindicted by the federal grand jury on charges of fraudulent use of the mails. The indictments specify the instances of alleged crimes.
The Christmas rush jams parcel post as carriers warn of delays. A notification will be sent to consignees of packages delayed due to the heavy volume. Cardinal Leban Han Martinello, papal delegate to the United States from 1896 to 12, is noted in a related dispatch.
Pioneer hosts town Christmas celebration to raise funds for a large tree. A committee led by Mrs McCabe and others organized concerts and gifts. In the camp, $260 was raised in an hour with more to come. an orchestra from Goldfield was hired and a Pioneer auditorium booked for all to attend. Twelve children are expected to attend and receive gifts while the adults enjoy music and a festive display.
A widow, widow of a miner who died two weeks earlier of pneumonia after an accident on slipping ground, was arrested for causing a disturbance while intoxicated. She has four children placed in the State Orphans’ Home at Carbonity. questions arise who will care for them. Under a state act she may claim $5000 from her husband’s death, and legal steps seek guardianship and assignment of the funds. Judge Averitt may be asked to decide her capacity to take the children.
The Sinitial press generally deplores the cabinet refusal to provide an official pavilion at the San Prat de exposition. A committee is to urge participation before the house of commons.
President Witwon signed the Hetch Hetchy water bill granting San Fra water supply to the region. He stated the public needs the project while promising to protect the public domain from impairment.
The Senate wrapped up a long debate on a broad currency reform bill, disposing of minor amendments. Democrats say passage would speed reform of finance, banking, and currency and enable quick action on President Wilson’s program.
Mrs Otto Bekleman a pioneer resident of Weghinia City died in Court Nowputdit hospital after a long illness. Widow of the late Offer Bekleman she was known for years as a prominent figure on North street and for community financial efforts.
Postal service disruption means no eastern mail arrived for Tonopah people. An official ruling absolves the railroad carrier from delay blame as train arrival failures persisted. A deteriorated batch of letters and packages at No. 2 post office box shows the impact on local residents awaiting holiday mail.
Chicago officials heard testimony on free lunch practices as tavern owners defend offering meals with drinks. A lobbyist urged ending the practice, while representatives argued it helps patrons and local commerce amid debate before the council committee.
The final boot man gee examinations are under way at the high school this week. Students show strong interest as results may influence the lineup for the team facing Las Vegas next Tuesday evening. Several athletes recover from recent injuries and resume training for the forthcoming games and dances. Weather notes record yesterday’s temperature around 10 degrees and a low near 9, with a storm boundary lowering tonight.
Attorney Coply of Ban Vrancinen Fortland Ore arrived to take charge of the estate of Mrs Grace Cronie who died of acute illness after 1 day in the city. Charles Coble administrator empowered to probate all property and heirs. diamonds worth over 2400 were received. one pair earrings appraised at 1000 and a man’s solitaire ring at 400. Husband to be present with funeral plans and body to be shipped to Corvallis Montana.
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