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Newspaper
Wadsworth Dispatch
Location
Wadsworth, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1897
Page
4
Fragmentary notes describe a dispatch from Wadsworth and the departure of five passenger trains. The text is fragmented, with illegible names and dates, but indicates transit movements and local railway activity in the region around Nevada.
Sunday activity in town centers on sheriff Metnnis and Newlands political hints while mining reports from Olinghoure loom. A wide arc of names, places, and ventures appears, including Lovetuck teaching plans, a Cairo like river of news, and sales at a military reservation with winter coming.
A damaged clipping reports a Thanksgiving service with tickets at 50 cents and remarks on a district court filing in Carson against the Southern Pacific Company for 17,850 dollars for professional services. It notes tensions between Dennis and O Wallace over a railway dispute and hints at a looming trial and company matters.
An explosion from a homemade shell loaded gun injures Sheerer and nearby witnesses. The blast tears flesh, splinters wood, and shatters a fence as bystanders including Willy Callanan aid the injured. Medical attention sought at a nearby hospital.
The Luddies aid express gratitude to Mrs Pod and Mess IL Shepley for their kindness and the entertainment they provided. The event raised a substantial amount, noted as 4400.
Fragmentary notices detail Wadsworth figures like Dr W Ta Kistler and businessman A H Griswold, plus local shops, farms, and services. Mentions San Francisco connections, Pyramid fish, and Nevada House hotel operations with multiple names, addresses, and trades in a bustling town scene.
The community gathered for the solemn Episcopal burial of Isaac Zentwyer, a longtime county resident. Wreaths and tears marked the service as neighbors recall his character and years of presence in the Stillwater/St Clair area. The report also notes local notices and upcoming events at the time.
Pete Churchill of Leek Frazurewnie reports Indians pan for gold along Pyewinld Lake near the Tenekee month. He describes locals digging at the Mile of the Lake with baskets and pans, noting many miners excited by reports of gold. Indians reportedly plan further testing while withholding some ore samples.
A Wadsworth Nevada committee seeks a recent model hearse for purchase. Interested sellers should include price and condition details and contact information.
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