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Newspaper
Wadsworth Dispatch
Location
Wadsworth, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1898
Page
4
A mixed historical column reports travels and visits by officials and residents, weather, road conditions, and forthcoming events. It mentions legal notices, a price for potatoes in Reno, a plan to enlarge Music Hall, and local anecdotes about editors and public figures, plus brief agricultural and irrigation notes and a pneumonia death.
Fragmented text warns against catarrh ointments claiming mercury and stresses dangers. Mentions Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised as mercury free. Notes it is to be taken internally with tainted claims and lists Toledo Ohio makers J Cheney Co and druggists like H Cowles.
The Senate passes the amendment quieting land titles in Wadlaworth with Senator Stewart backing the measure. Local editor praises its potential to boost land values, ease conveyancing, encourage settlement, and accelerate growth in Wade worth, noting 1897 prosperity and the town’s bright outlook.
The Dayton Times reports that Wadaworth plans a Degree of Honor with local ladies driving interest. Oarson Reno and Virginia City are also expected to form chapters. Ladies’ enthusiasm could spur candidates and rival lodges to renew activity. organizers aim to start in Wadaworth tonight.
Roll of Honor lists January honorees for White Plains District No 7 Churchill Co Alfred Swanson 97 Nancy Ridha Alive Rich 96 Jeane Smith 95 Willie Swanson 95 Lovel Swanson M4 Many A Enwis Teacher THE MODERN WAY Commenda endorses a health remedy Syrup of Figs by California Fig Syrup Co listing testimonials and values
Incomplete notice states Dr. H B McDonald Haa has returned to the eastern region and is ready for Wadsworth patronage. It mentions Ottes as the Distoren building and calls for parties needing work to call, though the text is garbled and contact details are unreadable.
A school notice explains that pupils must attend daily and work toward yearly averages. Those maintaining a high average may advance a grade without examination. The plan aims to boost effort, honor, and steady progress, with teachers urging regular attendance and diligent study.
A fragment lists student names with grade scores across grades from Eighth to Second, noting teachers and a principal. The readable items include Esden Kent Eva Beemer Barbara Bryant Florence Kent and others with scores like 95 97 93, plus class markers Seventh Sixth Fourth and a few unclear words.
A fragmented passage lists names including Olate-Harry Bridges Everett Jones EVWorth Shepley Sidney Cor tise Allee Morrigan Reese Tinton and George Pollock in a partial record. The item reads like a local roster or list from an unknown date.
A fragmented OCR snippet lists several individuals including Bart Denali avin Merrigans Howie Avelia Bhoer Cowie Meanie and others with unclear roles. The text also mentions a teacher and various nonspecific terms, offering no clear event, date, or verifiable actions.
Last Sunday night Deputy Supreme Devanier of the A D U W attended Alpha Lodge No 1 Degree of Honor. Giraud Usher Mrs Co Latina and a judge witnessed the installation of officers for the coming term. The feast followed with ample fare and midnight hour. The new officers include Past Chief of Hunge Mrs Short Chief of Honor Mrs Clipponer Lady of Honor Mrs Crosby Chief of Ceremonies Mrs Bile Recorder Mrs W H A Pikes Financier Mrs Poole Receiver Mrs Davis Usher Mrs Bridgen Inside Watch Mrs Gregory Outside Watch A Givan Trustees Mr Bastian Mr Greer Mrs Crown Advisor Mrs Cowles Matron Miss Clay and Miss Givin. Also advertised are shingles and lumber offerings at Verdi or Reno with prices cited.
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