Blackmail Affidavit Targeted Mizpah Mine Foreman
An affidavit claimed Sovich paid five dollars to Dan McDonald's child for mine work, a story tied to a broader smear campaign. The Sun published claims about Booth and Kennedy, with denials from McDonald and his wife. Officials say the affidavits are untrustworthy and likely forged to blacken McDonald.
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Affidavit reveals alleged payoffs in Tonopah labor case
W W Booth testifies in Nye County Nevada about a Tonopah Miners Union probe into foremen taking money for jobs. He recounts Kennedy’s claim of affidavits by J J Kauter and Sobrich accusing Dan McDonald, with two more affidavits held by the union secretary. Kennedy asks Booth to press McDonald for 200 to quiet the matter, warning of threats to foreigners if exposed. McDonald denies the accusations, promising full disclosure and innocence.
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Sun Attacks Booth Over Mine Affidavit Allegations
The Sun harangues editor Booth of the Bonanza over a disputed affidavit charging Foreman McDonald of the Mispah mine with accepting money for a position. Kennedy, a central but contentious figure, is accused of blackmail and fabricating details. Booth insists he confronted McDonald and exposed Kennedy’s falsehoods, while noting altered language in the affidavit and unreliable claims surrounding a young girl’s involvement.
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Troops to Stay in Goldfield Sparks Denunciation
Reno Nevada December 20 Associated Press reports Republican National Committeeman P L Flanigan telegraphed to President Roosevelt that Governor Sparks call for troops to Goldfield had Nevada citizens endorsement and warned withdrawal would revive dangerous conditions. The telegram was signed by 200 Reno business and professional leaders.
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Governor Sparks Silent on Troop Withdrawal Return
Reno dispatch reports Governor Sparks back from Goldfield at his home and declining to comment on reports of troop withdrawals from the mining camp. The condition follows recent unrest and pending security concerns in the area.
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Flynn Knocks Out Bill Squires in Bakersfield Bout
Australian Bill Squires was kayoed by Jim Flynn of Pueblo in the sixth round of a twenty round scheduled fight in Bakersfield. The right uppercut to the jaw ended the contest as the bell sounded. Meanwhile in Los Banos a hunter was accidentally shot and killed while loading a gun in his wagon.
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Burns to Fight Palmer in London Match
Associated Press reports a world heavyweight title bout scheduled for February in London between Tommy Burns and Jack Palmer of Newcastle at Wonderland, Whitechapel. The purse is listed as $2500, with Burns as champion and Palmer challenging in a major arena match.
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Troops to Leave Nevada Mines as Roosevelt Warrant Questioned
Special to the Bonanza from Goldfield Nevada reports President Roosevelt found no warrant to keep federal troops there. The camp of the Mine Owners' Association learned troops would be withdrawn, only to have the order recalled after Washington lacked sufficient evidence. Union relations remain tense as strikebreakers arrive and miners rally to resist nonunion workers.
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