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Newspaper
Yerington Times
Location
Yerington, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
2
Local editorials discuss Carson City potentially obtaining a National Bank, pride in city upkeep, and a water franchise debate. Opinion notes Taft Roosevelt party dynamics, independent voters, and the Esden water proposal versus city ownership and cost water.
The editorial argues for municipal ownership and action on water works sewers and fire protection. It suggests modifying the Esden proposition if immediate action is not taken and notes the option to buy the plant at the end of ten years at a reasonable figure.
City Council in Ow hall considers a 50 year waterworks franchise proposed by J W Esden. After revisions and citizen input the council passes the resolution by a 4 1 vote with Gallagher opposed. Upcoming publication urges readers to study and comment within three weeks. Bovlie steamed beer noted as popular with Vic Bernard supplying demand.
On May 26 1908 C H Barrett of Verngington Lyon County Nevada applied to the State Engineer for permission to appropriate public waters of Nevada. The plan covers West Walker River area and conveyance by pipe ditch flume for electric power milling and railroad use with return flow to the stream. Publication dates June 13 1908 and July 4 1908. Proof of publication due within 90 days.
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