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Newspaper
Wadsworth Dispatch
Location
Wadsworth, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1897
Page
4
Social activity and local notices fill the page with dance plans, theater, land sales, and community updates. Mentions include L. 8. Smith, Mist Lalu Mare of San Jose visiting Migs Clara Fluley, land and cattle deals around Gardacre Ville, and a September payroll total.
M L Wilson a brakeman on Con ductor Trousdale's crew fell from the train about three miles from Beowane at 110 a m yesterday. He was found mortally injured beside the track with his right arm severed and leg torn. He died near Argenta after transpor t to Battyle Mountain. Wilson, about 22, was brother to Attorney Marion Wilson of Elk and brother in law to Charlie McFarlis and was well known in Winneimene and Reng.
The Nevada Indian Agency at Pyramid Lake appoints F A Sprigga of New York as the new agent. The announcement prompts reaction from Nevada officials and residents as preparations for any required action are discussed.
Mrs Boutéon announces millinery parlors in the Croaby building next to Griswold store offering new styles at moderate prices. Opening days are October 17 and 2. Livery purchasers buying one or more receive a proportional present.
A fragmented OCR list presents numerous personal names including Priwany ax, Rucervine Gaapes, Everett Jones, Harry Bridges, worth Shepley, Sidney Curt Smith, Alice Morrigan, Alice Jackman, Benjit Linton, Dorothy Cowles, Morenve Cook, Receiving-John Garayanti, Elmer Gown, Karl Denning, Frances Cunningham, Edna Healy, Eugene Merrigan, Ruswel Davis, Forest Dolan, Freddie Crosby, Sam M. Teepway, and a Teacher.
Dr F J Peterson introduces a new gas light machine claiming 75 percent efficiency gains and reduced electricity costs. The unit includes a twenty inch square box, a gasoline vent, water metering, and automatic operation with simple maintenance, priced about forty to fifty cents per thousand feet. Sunday services announced. Piano bargain offered at the Post Office or Mr. Macritiensos.
Huda announces sale of his Wadsworth General Merchandise building stock and goodwill due to other interests. The property includes a firesproof cellar and storefront location in a thriving Nevada town with fresh goods and strong prospects. Remy Cowles invites inquiries at his store on Ames on Second Avenue with weekend offerings and order options.
The Charity Ball, hosted under the direction of AL H and others, drew strong support and sold 145 tickets. Attendees, including Mrs and Mrs J A Macpherson and Mary Murphy, enjoyed music and reception all for a charitable cause. Over 145 is expected to be realized, with ongoing Catholic church rosary evenings urged for October Sundays at 7 o'clock.
Homely language pitches a direct pitch for Pabst Malt Extract as a sleep aid and tonic. It claims naps improve sleep quality, promotes rest for the weary, and suggests taking a glass before bed to induce slumber and eventual vitality. Snow Bros is named as wholesale dealer.
Hunters are asked not to enter the Tialian ranch near Jake Hamilton's old place or the HNL ranch to avoid disturbing wild cattle that have broken out and caused trouble. Officials warn of possible danger and disruptions from the cattle on private land.
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