25 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1908
Page
1
Workmen digging an excavation in East St. Louis uncover human bones believed to be mound builders. One eight foot high stone tomb held a walled man skeleton. others beneath seven feet of earth included fifteen men of normal height seated around the tomb with a chief.
Seattle reports a judge fined 35 400 plus costs to fifty Japanese men from two crews for killing fur seals at Pribyloy Alaska. Each man faced 800 in penalties with 300 days jail at Valdez on nonpayment. The Kinzai Maru crew appealed. It marks the first pelagic poacher conviction in Alaska.
Berlin reports German chambers of commerce petition the imperial post secretary for a two cent international rate with the United States, mirroring existing charges between Fingland and the U S. The notice also lists mining location ads and a Bon Ange office sale.
Mrs Mithaél Marlalaky, wife of a ranchman in Evanston, killed herself and two children and attempted to murder three others with a pie laced with strychnine. Authorities believe domestic unhappiness sparked the act.
Meteorological bureau notes across the central republic felt an earthquake yesterday afternoon. No damage reported. Eleven towns report quakes lasting four to twenty five seconds, varying by location. Subscriptions to Daily Bonanza include the latest news.
In Tiptonville Tennessee a mob lynched three Black men Marshall Edward and Jim Steinbeck who had been condemned after a rushed trial for killing Special Deputy Sheriff Borruss and wounding Deputy John Hall The sheriff Justice Davis and Governor Patterson faced the unrest as a militia was dispatched to protect the prisoners.
November snowfall in Salt Lake valley breaks 24 hour record by three and a half inches. By 6 PM fourteen inches had fallen and the storm continues. Southern Pacific trains eight hours late from the west and mining camps at Bingham face a deup due to heavy snow.
London reports the house of commons approved the first reading of William Redmond's bill to remove Catholic disabilities including street processions and the anti Catholic oath clause upon accession. In Washington a Rhode Island turkey weigh ing twenty six pounds was selected for Thanksgiving at the White House.
San Francisco reports overhearing over the past fortnight code messages suspected from a Japanese station. The distance along the air line exceeds 6000 miles, far eclipsing the previous wireless record of 2000 miles.
In Laporte Indiana on November 24 with evidence in and judge's instructions ready, attorneys prepare for closing arguments in the Ray Lamphere trial for the alleged murder of Mrs Belle Gunness and her three children. The judge's instructions are expected tomorrow morning.
Doctors report Francis J. Heney in most favorable condition after a minor morning operation. They say the procedure could not harm his chances for a quick recovery.
Daniel Wilson, engineer of a derrick train for Western Pacific railroad, died when his engine toppled over a bridge at Willow creek during bridge work. Two other workers were injured in the incident dated November 24 in Marysville California.
Atlantic, Gulf and West Indies steamship lines are reorganized in Portland Maine as a $40 million corporation. Henry Mallory of New York is named president with Boston bankers backing. The plan preserves assets while old bond holders receive 26 percent in 6 percent bonds, 26 percent in preferred stock, and 12 1/2 percent in common stock, with 37 1/2 percent written off.
New York reports stocks advancing with volume rising above yesterday but not enough to meet last week's average. Southern Pacific announces 24 866 400 in new common shares issued to swap for preferred stock, boosting market sentiment and bonds. Berlin notes Lord Roberts speech hints at German invasion risk with a million troops named. authorities urge restraint and consider the issue a national matter.
In New York on November 24 the metal market shows lead dull with quotes around 4.30 to 4.35 and copper easing at 25 as traders note sluggish demand and stable supply conditions.
A San Francisco rumor claimed Miller and Lux sold their California and Oregon land holdings to a German American syndicate for 30 million dollars. The firm offices and Henry Miller denied any sale or plans to sell.
Metropole at Broadway and Fortunate Street in New York will reopen under new owners. The property has been leased to a commercial firm for twenty one years with renewal rights. L. Tognini and his wife depart for Carson after hosting guests tied to the Tognial family.
A dispatch from ar eas reports United States aviator Captain A Maener and J H Hutchins landed near Alb Neues. The balloon traveled east after lifting off at 1 o clock Monday, covering about 200 miles in several hours. The flight demonstrated air current sensing by the pilot, who sometimes rose over three miles, advertising a local daily.
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