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Newspaper
Wadsworth Dispatch
Location
Wadsworth, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1893
Page
3
A jumble of local curiosities and reports: Miss Keenan of Truckee at a masquerade, Harmon delivering grain from St Clair, Wiss Maude Williams traveling from Lovelock, and odd tidbits from church, schools, and markets. Also notes on cattle shipments, a 10 cent dispute, a Spokane incident, lectures, railroad care complaints, and local social scenes including dances and portraits.
A fragmentary verse describes a scene beneath a tree where two individuals share a moment. The speaker notes a kiss observed by none, with lines about held hands and quiet breath, ending with a poetic flourish about secrecy and perception.
A Reno entertainment night featured a crowded hall and the Rebekahs hosting. Performances included Mrs Cleveland and Baby Esther acts, Nurse roles, and a diverse parade of costumes from Night to Bound to the Worlds Fair. Prizes ranged from hats and ties to a toilet set and a quilt.
An assortment of participants in fancy dress gathered for a masked event with prizes including a silver cake basket from a local jeweler. Notable attendees included Mrs J Swany Mrs A Pope Mrs B W McClane and Miss Keenan among many others with a parade of costumes such as Japanese Princess Hamlet’s Ghost and Telegraph Messenger.
The marriage of Charles Gunn and Elisa Beh Echeverria was officiated by Father Kejly of Rano at the Fowler home Sunday evening. The groom is a young engineer rising through hard work on the Truckee Division. the bride is known for her many good qualities. Guests filled the house, with ample refreshments at a well attended reception. The couple will reside at E. T. Lothrop’s current house, with Lothrop moving to his new home soon.
October 1893 school report for Wadsworth Public Schools. Advertises first class White Sewing Machine at Pioneer Millinery with part payments on New White, five year repair warranty. Includes knife grinding and tool sharpening services via Express Office. Encourages ladies to visit and trial sewing and workmanship opportunities.
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