Reno Letter Reports Local Happenings and Prospects in Lyon County
Lyon county notes a quiet week with attendees from a water suit party returning home. Ed Ross tours campaigns in Dayton and Silver City while predicting Democratic dominance. Sheriff Randall pursues two alleged escapees. Yerington Gas and Water Co is formed with officers named and operations planned within thirty days. Reno Commercial Club eyes a Yerington excursion to view copper, gold, and irrigation wealth. Garay urges Kellogg to send a visiting party.
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Lyon County
Aalto
Joe Wilson
Miller & Lux
A. Marsal
Veriixvon
Salt Lake City
Maher
Reno
Ed ‘ ‘Ross
Axsem' Sy
Dayton
Silver City
Nevada
Carsem City
Dick Randall
Reso
Dary
Yerington 641 and Gas Company
Mewrs
FS. Lamberson
Frank Stewart
P. C. Carberry
Yerington
G. H. Gould
I. T. Woods
Carberry
Edwards
FS. Stewart
New
Kello
A. Hh. Garay
Mayor Smith
San Francisco
Slingerland
Mr. Slingerland
Frank Nelson
C. R. Bouldes
Dick" Randall
Randall
Robert Randall
Carson City News
Clark Guild
Pas Eific Road
Oil Prospects Near Verington Stir Local Excitement
About 30 locals near Verington, east of here, monitor a drill by Verington Oil Company. Dr Gould, company president, has oil-field experience and believes there is a good chance of oil, though not guaranteed. The firm owns 1400 acres and 1500 feet of pipe, with no volcanic disturbance observed, and shale resembling Bakersfield in California.
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Verington
Teatom
Mae
Verington Ouarn Gas Co
Reno
Gould
Pennsylvania
Bakersfield
California
Nevada-Douglas mine yields rich copper ore
A large specimen of copper ore from the 650 foot level was shown to the Times office by Superintendent Arentz of the Nevada Douglas property. The ore runs about 12 percent copper and a substantial body has been found, with excitement tempered by a view toward railroad access unlocking its value.
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Arentz
Nevada-Douglas Proprnes
Times Office
Reno-Boy Baseball Doubleheader This Afternoon and Tomorrow
Reno visits play two games today at 3 p.m. and tomorrow morning at 9 30. Locals rally behind the team with strong confidence of victory and plenty of town entertainment. Fans urged to attend, cheer loudly, and support the home squad in two good contests.
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Reno
Notice to Creamery Patrons at The Yerington Creamery
Patrons of The Yerington Creamery are invited to have their cream tested on October 15. Those wishing testing should call on that day. Signed by Joe Landry.
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Yerington
Joe Landry
Lyon County Commission Keeps Rescission of District Order
Lyon county commissioners met in Dayton on September 21 with Flaws Martin and Turner present and approved minutes from September 14. They rescinded the July 6 1908 redistricting order unanimously, divided School District No 12 and established No 17, and approved $322.50 for Mr West maps and abstracts before adjourning to the Board of Equalization.
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Board of County Commissioners of
Lyon County
Dayton
T. J. A. Flaws
al Buckskin
Nevada
Douglas County
Lyon and
Douglas Cotontes
E. West
Turver
Martin
Board of Equalization
T. J. A. Plaws
Flaws
D. W. Melarkey
Melarkey
Mason Valley
Copper Ore at Depth in Nevada Douglas Mine
A late report from Superintendent S. Arente of the Nevada Douglas mine in the Werington district states the drift on the 650 foot level broke into a chalcocite body. The strike confirms a continued copper shoot, following a long 500 plus foot run, signaling the Douglas as a major copper proposition in the state.
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S. Arente
Nevada
Douglas
Werington
Goldfield News
Patterson to Preach Weeknight Sermons at M. E. Church
The M. E. Church schedules Sunday school at 10 a.m. and services at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Rev. J. L. Patterson will preach each evening during the week at 7:30. He is praised as a strong eastern speaker and a singer who brings sweetness to the gospel in Yer ington, promising an amply repaid visit for listeners.
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J. L. Patterson
Patterson
Yerington
Advertised Letters in Yerington Post Office
List of letters advertised at the Yerington Nevada post office for the past week includes M Banks J J Sivans Mes Gralop John Keenan D B Lynda A D Mc Leod Reese A Myers John Manderson Dave Miller Brady Natches Joe Roberts J J Ryan J Ky Roberts and The Yerington F C Co.
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Yerington
Nevada
M. Banks
J. J. Sivans
Mes. Gralop
John Keenan
D. B. Lynda
A. D. McLeod
Reese A. Myers
John Manderson
Dave Miller
Brady Natches
Joe Roberts
J. J. Ryan
J. Ky Roberts
Yerington F.C. Co
Warning to Trespassers on Perk PRRAZZO Property
The undersigned states that we will prosecute under the law any person found hunting or shooting on his premises or on any property under his control.
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Prrazzo
W. H. Spragg
Wood For Sale Offers 80 Cords of Cottonwood
An ad lists 80 cords of cottonwood for sale at seven dollars per cord on a ranch owned by W. Gkucony. The note mentions the seller Tf and a location on the ranch.
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W. Gkucony
Pastor T H Nicholas invited to stay another year in Jackson
In Jackson the quarterly conference for the local Methodists extended a cordial invitation to Rev. T H Nicholas to continue as pastor for a year. He will leave on the ninth for Pacific Grove to attend the annual conference starting the sixteenth, with his family accompanying him. The report notes improved church conditions, increased membership from forty to fifty, organized departments, a thriving Ladies Aid, and strong benevolent support. The adjourned conference unanimously urged the district superintendent to return Nicholas for another year.
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Amador Dispatch
Jackson
California
Wellington
T. H. Nicholas
Nicholas
Pacific Grove
Mokelumne Hill
Jane Valley
Sutter Creek
T. A. Nicholas
Methodist Church
Republican Party Message to Lyon County Voters
A political party statement declares the Republican organization is fully structured in Lyon County and responsible for elected officials. It asserts commitment to law without brutal force, touts a united nation and a strong constitutional record, and emphasizes that American people should rule.
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Republican Party
Installs a New Hoist at Wabuska Copper Mine
Wabuska Copper Mines Co. has installed a 25 horsepower gasoline hoist and erected a four post gallows frame. They are sinking a 4 by 8 shaft, down 200 feet, aiming to water level or about 500 feet. Ore shows promise in sight. the project should become a major producer in the Werington district. Key Pittman of Tonopah is president, J. E. McDermott is manager.
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Wabuska Copper Mines Co
Werington
Key Pittman
Tonopah
J. E. McDermott
A. Strasnider
The
Times
Stroswider
Lyon County
Boston
Nevada-Calumet Copper Co
Stacy
Notice on Nagle Ranch Premises Warning Prohibited
Notice warns that no warning is allowed on the Nagle ranch premises and offenders will be prosecuted. Mason Townsirk Co., Owner.
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Nagle Ranch
Mason Townsirk Co
Local Ly on County Notes and Campaign Races
Yerington column highlights social visits from Sacramento and Reno, naturalization of two locals, a growing oil outlook, skating rink success, and a bustling political scene with multiple candidates for Lyon county offices including Clerk, Sheriff, Auditor, and Commissioner. Community events, elections, and upcoming inspections by Boston capitalists also featured.
Knighth-Mingan Copper Claims Secured by Gutheil Group
A.G. Gutheil completes a large deal for the Knigtht-Mingan people of Utah securing 16 copper claims adjoining McConnell and Yerington properties. The option, from Sonne Varly and Beckman, is described as among the district’s best ground. The amount paid is undisclosed but regarded as substantial, with more news expected soon.
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A.G. Gutheil
Utah
Yerington
Messrs
Not on Registration List? Vote Eligibility Warning
A public notice warns voters that those not on the registration list by next Saturday cannot vote. It urges eligible residents to check and complete registration now. The message emphasizes verifying registration status to avoid disenfranchisement.
Warning to Trespassers on Private Land 1908
Notice warns trespassers against entering land owned by the undersigned with several names listed as parties. Dated September 7, 1908, the notice states trespassers will be prosecuted. Signatories include Henry Woon and multiple associates or companies.
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Henry Woon
C. H. Maissner
Dellmonica Bros
Frank Frigenspan
Pane Mruk & Paopuen Co
A. J. Joanson
L .C. Minas
Magery
C. E. Jonason
C.F. Massytt
W. Gregory
Notice of control by W H Spragg
The undersigned states that he exercises control. W H Spragg provides notice of his control actions and authority in this declaration.
Paste Gallery Tent Photo Gallery
A photo gallery presents cabinet photos stamp photos post card photos and views. The display contrasts with an opposite Pioneer livery table offering supplementary images.
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Pioneer Livery
Palmistry show at tent photo gallery featured readings
Mame and Condy present at the tent photo gallery offering scientific palm readings and clairvoyant advice. They teach palmistry and conduct palmist entertainment, inviting the public to call and visit for demonstrations and guidance.
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Mame
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