11 May 1920
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1920
Page
1
President Wilson's unpublished 1917 orders to fleet officers, revealed today, urge bold action by striking the word prudent from goading directives and stressing risk and daring as ships sail. Senate debate rises over a resolution to end wartime status with Germany and Austria.
L Osterlund president of the Arrowhead Syndicate expects to complete his business in Tonopah today and depart for camp soon. The main shaft here is down 180 feet to 200 feet and will crosscut to begin. A lateral line is planned as two ledges are encountered. Arrowhead Extension Manager McVeigh is sinking below the Witoot point on a vein carrying values from 25 to 20 per ton. A crosscut will be sent 415 feet to reach the ledge about two tenths northeast of the shaft. West Fed Consolidated manager H D Redieman, a director, hired the property last week and is satisfied with progress.
Clarence F Burton resigns as office manager for George Wingfield after ten years in Reno and moves to Boston with a few associates to join New England battery company as a partner. Daniel Mitchell of Wing Te Drugher atticss Toxopah and Willers Zowbel will succeed Burton as the firm reorganizes under a new arrangement.
A Portland school postpones its junior prom after chaotic confusion and scattered notices. Event organizers confirm a new date will be announced, while parents and students seek clarity on arrangements and safety.
PK Wilcox, an Arizona prospector, found a human skeleton on a high butte north of the Goldfield road. Sheriff Slavin and Dr. Richards concluded the remains are those of an Indian, noting tribes inter their dead on hilltops near where death occurs.
Advance guard of revolutionists near Matamoros across from Brownsville exchanged a few shots with a Mexican outpost. Rebels move suspected as prelude to a larger attack. American authorities dispatched soldiers to the border with machine guns aimed toward Matamoros and offered to open the bridge if civilians dwelt in danger.
The Desert Club owners charged with possessing half a pint of liquor on their premises had their case dismissed. Judge Grier ruled the state failed to justify further postponement after three trial summons. Defendants were represented by M N Moore of Reno and Wm McKnight of Tonopah.
Sacramento May 11 Delegates arriving for the annual state convention protest any move to alter the federation constitution to allow police participation. The program emphasizes community service thrift and devotion to American ideals with attention on injunctions against reforms and strong objections from attendees.
Paris May 11 The French cabinet instructed Justice Minister L Appel to proceed against the General Confederation of Labor with a view to dissolving the organization, while backing railway workers and supporting the strike movement.
Representatives of farm organizations met to discuss the creation of an international board of agriculture. Lambert of Winnipeg, secretary of the Christian Council Agriculture, said agriculture is fully organized in Canada and exerts political influence.
President Wilko signed a bill amending deportation laws to allow removal of German and other enemy aliens interned during the war. The measure targets persons deemed dangerous and expands authority for forced deportations under wartime security rules.
Honolulu reports from a Tokyo correspondent that Japanese authorities arrested readers at Takata for spreading Bolshevism within army posts. The crackdown aims to curb radical propaganda spreading among troops.
May 1 C O H L E N Allied military authorities notified by the German government that troop withdrawals from the Ruhr region would occur by tonight under the Paris agreement. Mrs Tout Kearns of Reno narrowly escaped with her three week old baby when a kitchen fire broke out in Der Upstairs on Mart Bixth Street between Lake and Roane. Fire may have been started by children playing with matches.
A hemorrhage ended the life of James Darn, a 45 year old man from Meme. He died yesterday after being found in the drain area. Officials say medical teams were alerted, but the condition proved fatal.
Associated Press reports a staged binding of Constantinople under Sultan sovereignty by a small international force. A treaty instrument authorized a guarded transport path via the Dardanelles. Counterfeit stamps linked to a noted forger are described in another bulletin from San Francisco.
A 27 year old mother of four, Mrs Thomas Youteh, was acquitted after a coroner’s jury found she acted under force when she shot and killed her stepfather John Lilley who she said pressed his attentions on her.
The Socialist party national convention in New York on May 11 went on record opposing dictatorship of the proletariat. The draft declaration submitted by the Milnot detentions group was defeated, signaling resistance to such a stance within the party.
Seni ors of commercial and industrial activities including James Farrell president of United States Steel greet delegates in San Francisco as the seventh National Foreign Trades convention opens. A welcome committee in Sacramento will greet the delegation with a reception tonight. John Henry Howard, Washoe county rancher and cattleman, died in Reno from blood pol allitis after a scratch on his hand. He came from Gerlach where he owned cattle and had recently moved to Nevada twelve years ago seeking mining work.
A fragmented report states that a person named Wallan Tam Howetle died today. It references a prior time last winter at Ba Fonmah with tsimenes and notes the death was not recovered.
Fragmented socialist factions clash over platform and discipline. A U S delegation and minority wing demand adherence to a 1920 platform, while leaders negotiate limits on efflaensip and diet Korstip amid internal disputes at a national convention.
The article reports Tampico's control by Carranza forces amid ongoing Mexican civil conflict. It notes U S and diplomatic interest, the strategic port's status, and potential implications for border authorities and regional stability. Entity density includes Carranza, Tampico, Mexico, United States, and Washington references.
A historic wired dispatch reports an American warship ordered to Batumi to protect U S citizens and interests amid mounting tensions in the Black Sea region. Navy marines prepared for possible deployment as diplomatic relations with local authorities intensify.
An ambassador to Japan intends to resume political activity in the United States. The move follows admissions of subverting official duties and signals a shift from diplomatic service to national campaign involvement.
The Knights of Columbus acquire land for a community home, with preparations noted for layout and cost discussions. The plan includes parcel details and initial approvals, aiming to finalize construction timelines by a stated date. Local officials and residents are referenced in relation to the project and its expected impact on the neighborhood.
In a turbulent report, revolutionists seize the national capital amid widespread upheaval. The central government is disrupted as factions clash and power shifts, with key leaders and military actions altering the political landscape.
Correspondence from the Associated Press notes April plans as the Pilgrims anniversary unfolds in Plymouth. A September civic reception and literary events are scheduled to mark the historic celebration with partnership between groups and townspeople.
Fragmentary OCR text references SIMS opposing a North Sea mine related barracks or unit. Other readable items include scattered names and phrases lacking clear context or dates. The fragmentary nature limits a precise summary beyond noting opposition to a specific installation.
Fragments describe a burial plan for Fassbender in Seattle and reference a death and final arrangements. Mentions of individuals and cryptic phrases appear, with uneasy phrasing and unclear details about the ceremony or attendees.
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