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Newspaper

Yerington Times

Location

Yerington, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1917

Page

2

Draft questionaires for drafted boys being prepared

The article describes preparing draft questionnaires with the Board of Legal Advisors the Sheriff and especially the Clerk's office. McLeod hosts sessions to type the forms and each must be properly headed numbered and filed for future reference. Exemptions are suspended and careful handling is urged. A strong note condemns corrupt contractors from the Civil War era and calls severe punishment for those found guilty.

Board of Legal Advisors Sheriff's Office Clerk McLeod

Record Flight by Catherine Stinson Expands Air Travel Hopes

The text notes Catherine Stinson making a new record from San Diego to San Francisco and predicts aviation becoming a regular part of the economy and military. It anticipates an Atlantic crossing soon and envisions continental air travel within the reader’s lifetime as the race to master nature accelerates.

Catherine Stinson San Diego San Francisco Atlantic

Conspiracy Frauds Across Manufacturing Centers

Reports detail schemes at major U S manufacturing hubs where groups allegedly staged fraud against the government, involving large sums of money. Investigations target several firms and individuals, with authorities pursuing legal action and asset recovery. The scope spans multiple centers and timelines, signaling coordinated effort and substantial potential losses.

Christmas Dance At Wellington Hall In Nevada

A big Christmas dance is planned at Wellington Hall in Wellington Nevada on Friday evening December 21. The Gardneryite redestra will furnish the draft and everyone is invited to come and have a jolly good time.

Wellington Hall Wellington Nevada Ady

Hang Up a Jar Instead of A Stocking

In a Mexican village before Christmas, pinatas hang from ropes across the plaza replacing stockings. Tall dolls of papier mache conceal jars of candies. Children, though humble, scramble eagerly as one blindfolded striker cracks a jar and sweets spill out, prompting cheers and laughter from all ages.

Alameda Angela Mexico Diaz Nin Crozer McCall's Magazine

Notice to mining claim holders on wartime assessment relief

The Times offers forms for filing intent to hold mining claims with the county recorder to skirt assessment work for the coming year due to the war. Individuals may obtain the forms by writing or visiting the office.

County Recorder the Times

Christmas dishes around the world described

The article notes festive foods in many countries, from Cuba and Mexico to France and Italy, detailing turkey preparations, ham, sausages, and regional specialties. It highlights seasonal farming practices and traditional dishes enjoyed from Christmas to Epiphany, including local customs in Ragland Warwickshire Yorkshire and Chicago.

Pain Cuba Mexico France Brittany Noel Italy Cleistias Pantiters Ragland Warwickshire Yorkshire Chicago Tribune

Notice of Water Use Change in Nevada Walker River

John B Gallagher of Yerington Lyon seeks state permission to change the place of use of Walker River waters. Application 4738 filed November 24 1917 under Statutes 1913 chapter 140 section 59. State Engineer review requested for the public waters of Nevada.

State of Nevada John B. Gallagher Yerington County of Lyon Walker River

Fragmented Property Notice From Obscure Survey Text

The readable fragments describe a land notice involving a quarter of a quarter section and adjacent parcels, referencing surveys and proposed water retentions. It mentions official lines, the follow line description, and a date for first publication, indicating a legal public notice.

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