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Newspaper
Yerington Times
Location
Yerington, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1911
Page
2
Classified notice style from The Yerington Times lists mail handling by the post office as second class matter and outlines simple local rates for notices. It notes remittances payable to The Times and references F. W. Fairbanks. Card notices and sympathy resolutions are charged at the regular local rate.
Delegations from Southern Pacific, joined by Governor Oddie and State Publicity Commissioner Norcross, assess Mason and Smith Valleys and pledge support to showcase resources and attract settlers. Emphasis on water storage and irrigation to enable land development, with landowners urged to resolve water rights to unlock sales of small farms as a home market is created.
The California State Mining Bureau continues pursuing James Ki. Kerr and his promoted outfits such as High Gravity United Oil Co and Bullfrog extensions. Kerr allegedly levied stock assessments, spun new firms to absorb old holdings, and issued false land claims while promising vast oil transport. The bureau praises its work and urges Nevada action as mining revival nears.
The piece notes Supreme Court dissolving Standard Oil as a Sherman antitrust action and cites Justice Harlan urging readjustment. It warns of higher prices from reorganized trusts and laments Mexico unrest, arguing U.S. protection of American interests amid potential upheaval and possible military influence on leadership.
Lawmakers consider prohibiting sale manufacture and use of dangerous explosive fireworks as clubs and committees push for a safer Fourth of July. Historical data note 34,000 killed or injured and $20 million in property loss over seven years, urging parents guardians and teachers to seek civilized celebrations.
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