11 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1921
Page
1
In El Centro California on June, workers continued piling rock and gravel on the levee tops as the Qolutado River threatens to flood. Officials expect the levee to withstand the strain of up to 151 feet of water, aided by weather service forecasts.
A Wallace Curtis report from Camp Curry outlines Yosemite National Park upgrades easing access. A new bridge on the Merred River and a sewer system contract in the valley are progressing, with hours expanded to allow park entry until 9 pm and exit from 8 pm.
Ninety four persons are reported dead in the flood area around Pueblo Colorado as relief workers describe severe damage in the Fin district. Authorities say the toll may rise with many missing and communities counting the cost of the disaster.
A prisoner in Houston Texas seeks relief, alleging a conspiracy and wrongful conviction after 22 years service. The petition requests a writ of habeas corpus and asserts extenuating circumstances surrounding the case and trial.
A garbled wartime excerpt reports Red forces aiming for Constantinople in a heated campaign. The text mentions Crimean theater actions, projected routes, and Russian requests to seize strategic coal and naval facilities as part of a broader military push.
Roy Gardner, held for mail robbery at McNeil Island, escaped a Shasta Limited between 1 and 2 am near Castle Rock Washington. He robbed Deputy Marshals Mushall and Winnekel taking $200 and their weapons, leaping from a lavatory window. He was pursued and recaptured later, with a history of prior escapes and notices of additional sentences.
The report describes oil operations at Fish Lake area with production standpoints and coastal field activity. It details executives, partners, and royalty arrangements, noting large-scale wells and the involvement of standard equipment and key figures.
Cincinnati Ohio June 11 funeral services were held for Colonel F W Galbraith killed in an automobile accident. The rites were simple with only brief readings and no elaborate ceremony as the body lay in state. The report notes the simple arrangements and the large turnout of mourners.
Report from Paris on a furniture congress where French makers urged a shift away from Salve Louis XV and other antique forms. Architects faulted by the Federation for long reliance on tradition while producers seek modern cleanness to boost exports. The campaign aims to align craft with contemporary taste and market demand.
An article reports the appointment of Mitchell to a Prohibition Director post, noting the selection and the official role. Details on the exact agency, date, or location are unclear in the readable text, but the headline emphasizes the new leadership in enforcement or regulatory duties during the period.
A garbled court notice records an appeal outcome as the High Court declares Howat sentence vaud. The fragmentary text references proceedings, dates, and individuals connected to the case, but the readable portion confirms a judicial determination affecting Howat.
Partial readable text describes plans to start night air mail service. References Cheverne Wye and Omaha with mentions of pilots, routes, and proposed timing. The garbled stage notes hint at new arrangements and expectations for faster mail delivery by air.
In Cleveland two women were remanded after being charged in the murder of Daniel Raber, husband of Mrs Hk Vullieding Raber. The court heard initial proceedings and ordered both women held in custody awaiting further action.
Delegates from the Joiners' Union left a regional meeting amid disputes over worksite conditions and procedural rights. The session addressed grievances about labor procedures and safety, with no resolution reported by press time.
A fragmented weeklong report describes safety concerns and operations at a shipyard, noting heavy machinery, crane activity, and rail work. The text references a wiper company, alert procedures, and potential hazards near work areas, with unclear timelines and several garbled phrases.
A Swiss doctor completes an extraordinary journey covering forty thousand kilometers on foot. The feat, celebrated across medical and athletic communities, showcases endurance and perseverance beyond ordinary limits.
Government records show a leave of absence revoked for Denby as investigated by the Navy and related officials. The document references Washington and personnel actions, with references to action by the Attorney General and possible internal reviews. Further details remain unclear due to damaged text.
Ten suits filed in Texas target government entities, alleging broad legal challenges. The filings name multiple agencies and refer to disputes over authorities and procedural actions impacting state governance.
A reader summary notes activity at a Mexican volcano with signs of unrest. The report mentions nearby towns and potential hazards, including ash emissions and tremors, with warnings to residents and travel advisories from local authorities.
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