Pioneer Birmingham Laid to Rest at Yerington State Fair Display
The body of J O Perk Birmingham arrived from Paris Texas with J C Gibbons nephew of the deceased. He died of heart failure at 71 after rheumatism and Alaska rheumatic visit. A large funeral followed at the Masonic lodge with many relatives attending. Birmingham, a Nevada legislator from Lyon County, was praised as a pioneer who helped settlers and opened paths for future residents. He had long resided in the valley, served in state politics, and left a wide circle of family and supporters. The article also notes preparations for a strong state fair exhibit by local farmers and businesses, aiming for a prominent Reno display.
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J. O
Perk) Birmingham
Yerington
Paris
Texas
J. C. Gibbons
Birmingham
Price
Masonic
Yl) Tyeder
Pitiereu
Park
Meek Mason
Virginia City
Virginia and Geld Lill Water Co Jy
Vermeron
Althea Brooks
Ros. Brooks
Ok Fort Churchill
Vaquera
Bien
Asseet
Alaska
Terk
Perk
Maris
Gibbons
Holheim
May Adams
Alice Lewis
Lou Harrs
Joy Birmingham
J. C Gibbons
Fred Cushing
Carson
Fellows
Anerhor
Warren Brothers
Tur Valley
Dahl
Tog
Reno
Ani Holies
Nevarda-Douglas
Mempsen
Resolutions of Condolence for G M Fraser
Resolutions from Lyon County High School express sincere sympathy to the Fraser family for the loss of G M Fraser a faithful board member and loyal supporter. The document notes his role as an enthusiastic officer and noble citizen and asks the sorrowing family find comfort in faith. Rev J L Collins writes farewell note from Yerington thanking friends and welcoming Rev Henry Summers as successor.
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Tradt
GM. Fraser
Lins Fraser
I Thery Jorg
Lyon County High School
Ares
Sheriff’s sale sells San Juan mining claim near Ramsey
The San Juan mining claim near Ramsey was sold at a sheriff’s sale on Monday and bought in by Mrs. Julia Cowan for the costs.
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Sheriff
San Juan
Ramsey
Julia Cowan
Smudge Pots Used to Protect Orchard Against Frost
George Strosmier reports plans to use 10 heaters at the upper valley site to guard crops this year. Frost damage has reduced yields and harmed peach quality, prompting consideration of additional heaters or small devices next year to mitigate freeze risk.
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George Strosmier
Strosnider
Dr King's New Life Tonic Promoted By Pharmacists
A vintage ad style note touts Dr King's New Life Tonic as safe effective for women, claiming prompt relief with minimal pain and wide pharmacist endorsement. Mentioned names suggest endorsement by C Dunlap of Leudill and a general recommendation across druggists.
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King
Leudill
Willy
Pri
Resume of Mining Operations in the District
Nevada Douglas Copper Company reports continued ore development at the Casting Copper section with 12 per cent copper on the 106-foot level and 60 feet advanced on the 200-foot level. Plans include a five-unit leaching plant with 100 tons daily capacity to process 300,000 to 600,000 tons of copper ore. The Mason Valley Mines smelter near Yerington expands with new converters, aiming to produce copper bars in about sixty days. McConnell mine shows substantial ore contact width and high copper content, with 30 tons per day shipping to the smelter. Blue Jay development progresses with a new chamber of shipping-grade ore opened on the 400-foot level. Washington-Nevada property near Mason Pass reports 42 feet of mineralized vein and ongoing regular shipments.
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Nevada Douglas
Arvehic Orem
Nevada Douglas Copper Company
Salt Lake
Nevada Douglas Company
Nevada-Douglas
Nevada
Dleerralysis
Cormunny
Hedeon
Sitteten
Eaileond
McConnell
Smeter
Washington-Nevada
Wishart
Mason Pass
Ason Valley
Mason Valley
Dairying Building for Nevada University Planned
The article describes a new dairy school building to be constructed on the east side near the Creditch, funded by state and federal sources. It details equipment plans including vats, pasteurizers, separators, and refrigeration, with a 600 pound weekly butter target once in operation, and notes Southern Pacific official S. Sprolue praising Nevada’s resources.
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Cat
United States Agricultural Fund
Fredhall Company
EF de Londant
Cliss
Victor
University of Nevada Point
University of Nevada
U. of N. Sawebrish
New Methodist Minister Chosen for Yerington Church
At a commerce meeting in Bishop this week Rev. Pf Summers was selected to preside over the Methodist Church in Yerington for the coming year. Former pastor Rev J L Collins is assigned to the Goldfield church. Friends here bid him success and welcome the new Episcopal minister Rev Mr Summers.
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Pf Summers
Methodist Church
Yerington
J L. Collins
Goldfeld
Mer. Collins
Suminters
Timber tract sale linked to Copper property deal
The Carson Appeal reports that arrangements were completed last Friday for Salisbury interests to take over the large timber tract of about 1200 acres owned by the Greeley French estate adjacent to the Bigot Brothers copper property in Jacks Valley.
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Carson
Salisbury
Bigot Brothers
Im Jacks’ Valley
Greeley
Mountain-Tic Yerington ore shipments steady to Thompson smelter
Yerington mines report regular ore shipments hauled by wagon to the Thompson smelter. Roads damaged by recent cloudbursts are again in good condition and shipments proceed without delay. West End Co reports steady development and potential tonnage increase within a year. Mason Valley Mine maintains about 2000 tons weekly as levels develop. Capitola site at Canuok Cots shows rich ore as Canouck shaft sinks south of Lemar.
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Yerington Mountain
Thompson
New & Calpol
West End Co
J. M. Fox
Panopah
Verington
Mason Valley
Capitola
Win Fangstad
Canuok Cots
Lema
Lake Tahoe Water Dispute Settled by Interior Secretary
Secretary of the Interior Lane announces a final settlement on Lake Tahoe water for the government reclamation project. Key terms require a five year pause on timber harvesting along the upper Truckee River, clearing of obstructions to improve flow, and a pledge not to take additional water beyond normal inflows. The agreement aims to preserve the lake as a beauty spot and provide government regulation.
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Lake Tahoe
Lane
Truckee
Curson News
Hog Cholera Fears Prompt State Watch
Reports indicate hog cholera has broken out in several herds across the state though no cases reported yet locally. Authorities urge vigilance and strict prevention to prevent a foothold and potential losses.
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Eure
For Sale Ad Listing Nevada Shoe Co Nugent Nevada
For sale one hundred dollars for two trees harness tea horses gentle travelers. Prospector or express business possible. Call or phone 503. Nugent Mason Nevada or Nugent Shoe Co Yerington Nevada. Advt.
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Nugent
Mason
Nevada
Nugent Shoe Co
Yerington
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J. O. Birmingham
Bernard
Ambrose
C. V. Wilson
J. L. Collins
Henry Summers
Collins
Lanian
Labarthe
Nelier
Thompson Smelter
THE
HOVER
Potato Diggers
Hanson & Netherton
Southern Pacific Official University
Wmn. S. Sprolue
Southern Pacific Company
San Francisco
Ionopah
Goldfield
Susanville
Ely
Steptoe Valley
Tonopah
Fallon
Lahontan
Congress
Sneha
Lovelock
Southern Pacific
Fernley
California
Slowey Lake Valley
New Methodist
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