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Newspaper
Yerington Times
Location
Yerington, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1909
Page
2
Subscription notice for the Yerington Times in advance continues papers until a formal order is given to discontinue as of August 21, 1900.
The article argues that progress hinges on paying for improvements such as irrigation and a railroad. It contrasts local ambitions with external prosperity, criticizes exclusive landholders, and highlights irrigation bonds in the Denver-Greeley Valley. It cites E KR Lytle and the Columbia Southern as a cautionary tale of perseverance versus big railroad opposition.
Readers are urged to watch Yerington as copper properties develop. Prominent investors anticipate large returns from Mason Valley and Bluestone with strong interest from Salt Lake and New York figures. Officials plan inspections and sampling as preparations ramp up for a major ore release and regional freight logistics.
The editor critiques the editor’s arguments as weak and naive yet notes a sympathetic stance. Tam believes district residents will help Sam voice local demand, stressing that a railroad is as urgent as irrigation for the community’s progress.
A bay horse about 10 years old with brand CF and saddle-mark weighs 1050 pounds. A reward of 510 is offered for its return to Daniels' feed stables in Yeritngton.
The four county commissioners met on August 16. Minutes of the prior meeting were approved. Bids to rebuild the courthouse were opened with amounts from several bidders. A bridge contract was awarded to Western Bridge Co. for 3450. A Supreme Court restraining order halted courthouse work and set a September 1 appearance. Bonds approved for G J Ambrose and J D Leavitt. A Mason townsite school district was established. County license settlement with P Holland ordered. Canal school district levies 10 cents per 100. Bond filing extended to September 6.
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