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Newspaper
Wadsworth Dispatch
Location
Wadsworth, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1893
Page
3
Thanksgiving items and society notes from a Western town include visiting relatives returning to Whitaker Hall and Reno, local meals at Wadeworth Hotel, and engineers and merchants traveling. Turkeys, hospital updates, and a variety of small anecdotes about residents fill this community roundup.
The 1893 Club showcased a varied program with vocal solos, duets, declamation, and instrumental pieces. Performers included Misses O Hara Watson and others, drawing encores and laughs. After the recital dancing followed by lunch, praised for promoting mental and physical culture.
Mrs. K. B. Bennett of Mason Valley, 75, wandered the desert for four days after her horse and cart ran away about twenty five miles from Virginia City. Found six miles from Buckland ranch by J. C. Mills and Graham Nicholls while transporting horses to Oklahoma. She showed grit and determination despite the harsh ordeal.
Local notice advertises a home market sale with a Thanksgiving pan or panay item for 35 dollars. The listing directs interested buyers to apply at the residence of Mrs Win Hunt in Precinct 2d.
The note describes local social life with gossip about families and events. Mentions Cal, Mr. Hall and his baby, Crosby children recovering from measles, a canceled lodge, a couple's rumor of a suit or affair, and Aid Society comments praising Miss Lundy. Rev Bellam's new room and plans to furnish it. Tart Williamson escapes injury from a curling iron.
Vine dressed chickens and fresh oysters showcased at the Central Market during the midwinter fair. An Orsareu office offers dob work of all kinds, reflecting broader local business activity.
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