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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1908
Page
2
Notice warns that patrons who buy the Bonanza from carriers will be treated as payors and carriers have no authority to sell papers. The policy is strictly enforced and aims to prevent direct sales by carriers.
The Taylor-Dantule Company concludes its run with a farewell performance of A Woman's Bitter Atonement from Berna M. Clay's novel. Miss Dantelx plays a demanding role before the troupe heads to Goldfield for an indefinite engagement at the Lyric Theater. This last chance for local audiences to see the company is urged with praise and encouragement.
Recollections from local residents include Richard Vate ip from Millers, John G Kirchen returning from Whyolirm, and Ray Roberts a pioneer at Tonopah arriving from Rawhide. Mrs W A Sawle and daughter left for Goldfield, Mrs Gilman and Harry McNamare visit Goldfield owners of the Golden Hagley Mall, Bert Smith back from Manhattan pursuing financial interests. C D Galbraith of Fidelity and Guaranty in San Francisco noted, W D Forster to Gold Hold, P S Booth return from California wedding trip. Alice Hunseker ill with grippe. a grammar school diploma was granted to William J Wilson at Tonopah Exton son.
Advertiva announces Palace Hotel rotel opening on Saturday June 20 with back-to-work details and a new saloon counter. Also notes a Tonopah Sewage and Drainage Company stockholders meeting on June 20 at 2 pm in Nevada Clubrooms with business to come before the meeting.
Public auction to be held June 18 1908 at 10 am highest bidder to purchase a seven and a half horsepower gasoline engine and a five year old claret horse. Items listed by W W KSITH agent for T and GR Ro with reserve to reject any bid. Bidders to read terms and conditions at the auction site.
The Casino Athletic Club staged a big bout in Tonopah drawing about five to nine thousand fans. Mustain defeated Ward in two rounds under Marquis of Queensbury rules, with Mustain shown faster footwork and stronger punches. Ward was nervous and knocked to the mat, with Mustain ultimately securing the victory as referee Buel counted Ward out. A postfight dispatch noted a challenge and July Fourth event to be arranged with Sullivan.
The second round of a local battle royal occurred yesterday afternoon in front of the Tonopah lab with Charles Townsend and V4sn Diamonds, both colored, clashing before police officer Bob White. A further session is set for this morning before Judge Brissell in Justice Court, with Hix Honor presiding.
Reno and Tonopah officials arrange a Nevada special train for Democrats to Denver with a $62.35 round trip from Tonopah or Goldfield. Tickets valid only during convention time with through service, no midroute stops. A Goldfield to Denver train June 30 offers a $62.25 rate with September 26 validity and stops allowed at all points.
Miss Alice Hunsaker announces she will not compete in the Goddess of Liberty contest due to absence from the city. Certificates of registration are at this office.
Money to burn If you have money to burn keep it in the house where it may be burned loot or stolen but if you want to keep it safely where it will always be ready for you when needed deposit it with us A bank account will give you a better business standing in the community and a prestige that you may never have enjoyed before If your name is set on our books we will be pleased to see it there before the close of the year 1908 United States Depository Nevada First National Bank of Tonopah.
George Walt reports Austin district active with many sites opened and mines expanding. Chicago and New York investors arrived to take over The Old Ane mine, with ore valued at $364 per ton and $40,000,000 extracted previously. development plans include $300,000 investment and immediate restart of the Stokes mill.
James Moore was arrested today on a murder charge in Vancouver, El CL, after Fisherman Patrick O'Brien was found dead Friday night. O'Brien had threatened Moore earlier, and a tearful Indian woman was hurt. Moore's bloodied garments were found four miles outside the city.
Miss Burh Winans withdraws from the home contest in Godders Township. Her decision follows a decision on the local pageant, with organizers noting the change and requesting supporters to respect the withdrawal.
The morning Bonanza reports locating the sister of Mise Williams, a school teacher in Sunnyside who lies seriously ill. She was immediately notified and rushed to her bedside. Cacutinity s of Jonation for wate at the eiftlens.
An alarm at 9 30 last night from the Valley View short house drew Fire Department 15 units after a passerby mistook a kerosene flash for a blaze. He informed the engine house but the crew had already started, delaying a possible recall. The notice also cites a stockholders meeting for Booth Mining Company in Goldfield set for June 11 1908 at 9 o clock am to elect directors for the next year.
The above meeting has been postponed until June 15 1908. J W Stewart secretary. Dated June 1 1998. The above meeting has been again postponed until June 20 1908.
Public notice of a sheriff sale under an execution from the Dintelet Court of Nevada Nye County. The case involves Alfie & Ameter Supply Co and others, with Mine & Smelter Supply Co as plaintiff seeking $1,531.60 plus costs and interest. Sale of listed property including a 0 b g intermed holler and associated equipment scheduled for June 28, 1908 at 3:09 PM at Mosinee. Cash to the highest bidder.
Through Pullman and buffet services advertised for Tonopal and Goldfeld routes. Daily trains run via Mina with dining car service and connections beyond Minnesota. Ends with general agents H R Wanlin and J Forst in Tonopal.
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