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Newspaper
Wadsworth Dispatch
Location
Wadsworth, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1897
Page
4
Unclear local notes summarize nascent events including express service receipts and vehicle notes. Mentions Adak and Exves 70m and F250 in a compact itemized dispatch style with fragments implying transport and pricing references.
A busy roundup mentions a social dance in town with John Bailey and Geo Harton visiting yesterday. It notes stormy weather, travels from Overton and Reno, a telephone line between Ely and Eureka, and various local happenings from Catholic church plans to construction and mining interests.
In Olinghouse Canyon a dispute between W. O. Wiltine and Brooks McClane led to a rapid gunfight. Williamseon was wounded in the shoulder but will recover as both men fled to town. The incident spurs mining litigation and renewed talk of Olinghouse mines and future prosperity.
A. H. Griswold and Scott McRacken interviewed General sanager brats chnitt yesterday. The 8 1'. Company plans to build two foot bridges to accommodate Wadaworth residents and provide satisfaction. Until completion the gate will stay open.
Mrs. Poutson opens a new millinery shop in the Crosby building with a full assortment of new goods and announces plans to remain permanently while soliciting a liberal share of trade. The notice invites patrons to visit and support the business.
A hurt and hungry young woman leaves Iowa for California seeking work to support a widowed mother. She endures hunger, illness, and homelessness while walking the route toward Ogden, aided by strangers and local helpers. The editor appeals for funds to return her home, praising the Good Samaritan efforts of Donelin and Kruttachnitt.
Churchill Daily Stage Line operated by Baird and Kaiser stages leave Wadsworth each morning between 7 and 8 o clock and arrive in Stillwater by 6 o clock. Stops include St Clair and other along the route. Passenger and freight traffic at reasonable prices. Your matronage solicited.
The report details Captain De Lanne and crew landing safely after transporting oil valued at substantial monthly totals. Officials including the Sheriff of Lines and the Ex Officio Collector are mentioned. The scene underscores the perilous voyage and the long-standing effort to protect the convoy on the western frontier.
At Gregory's Fresh apple cider cranberries fresh figu raikine and currants. Good supply of men nuit.
For Sale a first class cook stove and household furniture at low price. Inquire at the Disraren office for details. Also parlor stove bedroom furniture and dining table offered. inquire of Mrs Arnstein Sheet music for scale at this office. See ad on page two.
In Elko Nevada on October 49, 18% the marriage of Isao Ostreicher and Nettie Scrougham was solemnized by Judge A. E. Cheney. The notice confirms a formal union between the couple and notes witnesses and location.
Dr J G Leonard will arrive next Tuesday and stay as long as needed to examine patients. Local residents are advised to book appointments during his visit.
Sunday services are scheduled with morning at 1 ta m and evening at 7 30. Sunday School at 2 ats Rev Bantas, Rector. Union Church hosts a service next Friday evening with all invited. John Henderson visits the Nevada house on October 24 with a vast assortment of clothing and furnishings for men at low prices. The public is invited to call and inspect goods with satisfaction guaranteed.
Homely language touts Pabst Malt Extract as the Best Tonic to aid sleep. It promises rapid drowsiness within ten minutes and natural sleep after a week, appealing to weary workers and urging wholesaler and dealer dispersion.
A cryptic note warns against entering the Ttatian ranch near Jake Hamilton’s former property and the Hil ruveh trahovt area, referencing dangerous wildlife and unexplained threats as a precaution for locals.
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