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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

Cadet w II. Locke, Of the V. NJ. L. will
please accept our thanks for the compliment
of am invitation 90 attend the Semi-Centen-
NAL of the Institute on the 4,h of July.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
TERMS REASONABLE.
instruction Room at my residence.
GOOD WAGES FOR GOOD FITTING.

GOOD WAGES FOR GOOD FITTING.
In large cities is a constant demand for good
Filters at salaries ranging from SIS to so a
week. There are hundreds of young women
throughout the country who have the taste
and talent to fill such positions; all they want
is an opportunity, and a knowledge of the laws
that govern the art of dress making want
of this knowledge precludes the possibility Of
reaching a high position as Cutter and Filter.
We will help you in this matter. We teach
YOU in detail the art Of cutting That our me-
thod is not hard to learn is clearly demonstra-
ted by the following testimonials of some Of
the best citizens Of Grafton, W. Va. We could
give several columns of such and even stronger:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

We have been comp.jmeutcd with tickets
20 the 10Th Annual Nee. Of the League
of American Wbeelmenat Hayerstowu July
.. g. and 4. Races on the 4,h.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

Mr. VIM. L. Hedges made us present ol
some fine new Irish potatoes on SATURDAY
for which he has our thanks
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
! Tisinll Tnl
june 20 1850

o Vision Fair
OF algebraic signs
And goldan hair.
o darling mess
OF Greek and Latin root
And muslin dress
d union sweet
OF dictionary words
Aud dainty feet
o double prize
OF stern and lofty thoughts
And gentle signs
Sweet roses now fling sweet odors a-Wlns
And sweet the bird sings Co Inns mate
But the sweetest thing that June do,h olD'7
i'm the sweet girl graduate.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

J. w. Ware has been appointed pos'n"s-
ter at Middleway, this county.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

The annual railroad picnic will take
Mace at Island Park July 23rd.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

There were a hundred and twen.y-on'
arrivals at the Carter House last week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

Rudolph Rau, Jr., sold two lots in Bolt
var last week TO Mr. S. W. Lightner for So.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

For forther information visit Instruction
Rooms in Lee Hall Building" opposite Car
ter House between a. m. and p. m, or ad-
dress
MRS. VI. E. WOODY. Agent
Charlestown, JEFF. Co., W. Va.
June o. 1889
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
CARPETS, OIL CLOTHS, MATTINGs, WIN
DOW SHADES, &c.
OUR GROCERY DEPARTMENT

needs no commentator it is conceded by all
that we are the only house in town that keeps
a complete line Sugars, Cofiees, Teas, Spices,
Dried Fruits, Frunes, &c. Canned Goods we
are selling at Sc. per can-the very best brands.
TOBACCO AND CIGARS.
The best soc. tobacco in town and the best
for sc. cigar in town.
GLASSWARE.
A larger assortment than ever before, and pri-
ces way down.
QUEENSWARE
OF Every Description
WOODENWARE.
We are Agents for one Of the largest Broom
Factories in the country andcansell brooms
at a low price. A Dandy for l5c. Churns,
Washboards. A specially in Whitewash
Brushes, &c, DC.
We exchange Flour for Wheat and Meal for
Corn at our warehouse in town as usual. Our
Flour needs no commendation-for it is known
far and wide as tb leading Flour
We deliver goods within the Corporation
free of charge.
Our motto is Quick Sales and Small Pro-
fits"
No trouble to show goods
Thanking the public for their liberal patron
age in the past, we hope by polite attention 10
merit continuance Remember the place:
Centre Room Sadler Building.
NIMROD TRUSSELL, Manager.
S. H. lands,
David Rodefer,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
DRY GOODS DEPARTMENT

is crowded to overlooking with nice fine Dress
Goods both American aud Imported-they con-
sist in part of Henriettas, Cashmeres, Tricots,
Nuns Yelling, Malanges, Plaids, Stripes, &c
A speciality in White Dress Goods, Lace Mus
Inns, Piques, India Linens, Cassimeres, Cotton
AIDES Cottons, Calicoes, &c. Ginghams at a
big bargain
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
GRAFTON, w. Va,

URAFION, " Y \,
February, 1889.
Until quite recently never attempted to cut
4 garment of any kind in my life. after TAX
ing four lessons cut my sister a basque which
fitted perfectly without a change Of seams.
Eva HULL.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
To The Front

With an immense stock of Dry Goods, Notions,
Hats. Shoes, Groceries, Tobacco and everything
that is kept in general store. These goods
were Just bought in New York and Philadel-
phia Spot Cash and it will astonish you how
cheap we are selling goods this season. Our
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27
Mi MYTHOLOGY

Charlie. L. Amber, George 4. Beall,
GraNtou Davenport. John T.. Kennedy,
-. ". T. LIppitt, Cle0n Moore. Jr., l. H.
Strider. Jr.. r.. or. Willis, Allen q. VIII
son. Arthur l.. Wilson.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

lust RECEIVED-Shad Roe, Roe Herring,
u New Potomac Herring and Salt Shad. For
sale by the keg or dozen.
Iune 2O 1sS9 W. 5. MERCHANT
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

NULL Line White Wash Brushes, Scrub
Brushes, Buckets, Tubs, Wash Boards,
Clothes Baskets and Butter Prints at
c. ID. EBY'S.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-06-27

The annual railroad picnic viii take
plaee at Island Park July 23rd.
There were a hundred and tventy-one
arrivals at the Carter House last week.
Rudolph Rau. Jr., sold two lots IN BOIL
var last week to Mr. S. W. Lightner for $50
The ladies of the Presbyterian Chapel
Society will have their sale on the II'n
and 18th of July.
Mr. VIM. L. Hedges made us present ol
some fine new Irish potatoes on Saturday
for which he has our thanks.
Can't. john W. Don, of the B. &O.R. r.,
has leased Green's Hotel in Harper's Ferry
recently purchased 10y the Messrs. Conner.
John Williams. colored was taken TO the
penitentiary last week by Sheriff Davis and
Mr. Henry Hooe. to serve q sentence OF one
year.
Mrs. Williams died at the home of her
sou-inIaw. llr. Graustaf. on the Beckwith
farm. on Monday Of las, week, at an adj
yanced age.
Messrs. Earnshaw * Dooley have con-
tracted to tin roof the dwelling Of Mrs.
Jane starry and store and dwelling occu-
pied by Mr. c. d. Ely.
To the past two months the Chariestown
Creamery has shipped by Adams Express
1916 pound. Of prime butter. Other lots
also by b. & o. Express
We have been comp.jmented with tickets
20 the 10Th Annual Nee, Of the League
Of American Wbeelmeoat Hagerstowu July
., 3, and 4. Races on the 4.h.
Cadet w. II. Locke. Of the V. NJ. 1. viii
please accept our thanks for the compliment
of am invitation 90 attend the Semi-Ceuten-
NAL of the Institute on the 4th of July.
Washington and Lee University has con-
ferred the degree of d.. ID. on Rev. e.. W..
Finley, of Romney, and Rev. Jno. A. Kern
81
When Char'estown youth tonddly caresses
. ..-, gov .l ~. '-
Won MIGHT persi,ely remark upon it as a
bair.stroke.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

QUEEN Victoria is not so .snear''
in money matters as the popular
impression makes her. True, she
does not throw money away with
the recklessness of a Coal Oil John
ny, but when it comes down to
spending cash she does it wisely and
with q generous hand. It was
thought that when the Earl Of Fife
married Victoria's granddaughter,
q few days ago, he was getting =
portionless bride. but it transpires
that the Queen settled on the young
lady an annuity Of $50, 900, besides
supplying the bridal outfit, which
cost $4,000 For a woman inter-
nationally known as stingy, that is
pretty good.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

The Dry Goods Chronicle Of Au.
gust IL. discussing "what We pay
foreign vessels for freighting our
own exports, says sUnder the
present law we are paying German
steamers $3.50 mile for Carrying
American mails, and American
steamers for carrying the mails to
South America, only 10 cents .
mile As strange IS it may seem.
these are exact facts. We ara
spending millions Of dollars on war
vessels, aud farthings on building
up our commercial marine, which
would in case Of war, become an
important factor IN the defence Of
our coasts.
Having our own steam lines 70
South America il the only way we
en- rapidly increase orr exports
with that section of the world.
With regular aud rapid weekly mail
service with South American ports,
!. We can change the current Of trade
with the South American ports, thai
now very largely goes to Europe
Without direct regular mail services
we must 50 on as ne are nov doing,
i. e. taking sahe leagings.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14
ELYS

CREAM BALM
Cleansea the
Nasal p as :
sages, AlIays
Pain and In
haInmatio n,
Heals Sores,
Restores the
8 enses OF
Taste an d
Smell.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

The Montana constitution max
ers propose to make life peculiarly
miserable for the officials in the
new state. They have put into the
constitution a clause making it an
offsnse for legislators, judges or
other public functionaries to accept
railroad passes. the penalty being
the forfeiture Of the Office. Under
such circumstances official life in
Montana will be hardly worth liv-
ing.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14
NUGGETS o. News

The governor general Of Canada, un-
der the powers given him by the laws Of
the Dominion, has reduced the export
duty on pine logs from S. 70 Sc per 200
feet, board measurement.
DIR. Eli Williams. OF New Orleans.
was reelected supreme chancellor OF the
colored knights Of Pytl1as. The order
has 1000 members.
The comptroller Of the currency has
authorized the First National bank OF
Jeanette. Pa, to begin business with a
capital Of $4,000.
Fifteen tramps robbed the caboose OF
a Reading coal train and tried to wreck
the train.
DR.. James L. Cabell, senior member
Of the faculty OF the University Of Vir.
ginia, died at Oyerton, Va.
The latest Tascott suspect is horse
thief confined in the prison at jackson,
Mich.
Professor Elias Loomis,. for the past
thirty years professor of astronomy al
Yale college, is very i'll at the New
Haven hospital and is not expected Il
live.
The report OF the death of Fred Leslie
the English comedian, has not been con.
firmed, cable inquiries eliciting no re-
Spouse.
Madame De Struve, wife Of the Rus.
sian minister to the United States, il
dead. She was very popular in Wash
ington.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

SOME people would rather be
gate-keeper in the house Of the
Lord than dwell in the palaces Of
kings" and some people would
rather be codifier of the city code
than be clerk-especiaIly when fen
tirely unsought and unexpected by
the compiler
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

The Fort Sumter bombardment
in fireworks at Bay Ridge last night
was a success. The scene was real
astic and we'll executed. Il will be
repeated for three nights. Sun.
Wen bet big ginger cake that
the fellow who wrote the above lines
was not within 30 miles of the
scene.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

Rreparfng 10 Receive tie President.
SOUTH ERAnElN0HAM, Mass, aug. IL
President Harrison ii expected here to-
morrow afternoon at $50 o'clock and
will stop about ten minutes. The citi-
xens will extend q reception. a public
meeting has been called. It Is possible
that the president may review the Second
brigade Of the state militia which Is IN
camp here this week.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14

The Pennsylvania Republican Campaign.
PHILADELPHIA. Aug. 14-Chief Clerk
Morrison, of the state house of repre-
sentatives, appeared at the Republican
state committee rooms and at once got
down TO work. He will assist Secretary
Leach during the campaign.
Take Hodges Iron Tonic for weakness
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14
pnrsIpENr Barnard, Of OoIam-

PRESIDENT Barnard, of Column
bia college, says that in the cigar
cite lies the most insidious danger
which threatens American children.
This would indicate that in the
opinion Of the professor the cigar
cite is more deadly than the toy
pistol or green apple.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14
HEALTH IS WEALTH |.

Dr: r. g, Vests Nerve and Brain Traa
nSs-s.,.. sg4.aLangeed specinc FOR Hvsteria
- ~ - p1t1ialon9. Fits Nervous Neural
$50 Y eAoecne Nervous Prostraffon caused 81
5 49,. sse g alcohol cr tobacco, WakefuIness
e0Atlu8 10 insanity and 1e1{IT-s.- + Sssfee<@
49,. 80 oe4tn. krematnre Old Are Bsrrer-
49, 49,. q power II either sex, 1nToInnfsrv
e.4 1peKu4toKKhcea caused By ove'r-
1.10A q the hrafns self-abnse a. 5vas r.
ss.t<ssSe 44e1 box contains one nnrnf1sa
... yA.3 box or six boxes for a ~
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1889-08-14
The weather

Cloudy weather and showers: slightly
cooler, southerIy winds
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
Lake Tahoe Watec.

A. w. Won Schr'6t has f,to, ned
me Water Committee OF he Doe q Of
San Fraucisco Supervise .haG he
will supply that civ VIII 3O,OC0,Oo0
gallons OF Lake TaAoe we OF daily 81
q cost OF sl5.C 900. TIE wa Q. cc-
"ord rg to Won Scnn;tt;'s plar. IN
he conveyed f.otn Anbr q, 10 SG1
Francisco ,hroeah 6, >sl PIPE o.
inohes in diane'e,. HTDo p essr ct
ihe point OF del'ver will De 30
9onnds to the square ;:,co, P1G it VII
require thjee yeavs TO complete zoe
works. No cotton has YET beea Ia on
on the projeot other tlan to rec, We
Won Sohuoidta plaas,
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
Specialties.
May 8, 1889. tt

Following are some Of the desirable
goods just received at Reinharts:
Ladies' Dress Patterns; Fine French
Flannels; Ladies' Jerseys; Ladies'
Shawls; Latest styles Ladies' Hair
Ornaments and Hat Pins; Ladies'
and Children's Cashmere Hose; Mems
and Boys Winter Clothing; Over
coats in all styles; Wall Papers,
Carpets, etc. Call and see them,
at REMNANTS.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
Strayed or Stolen.

From our pastures near Halleck
some time in April, 1889, one light
bay horse, branded JILL, connected,
(the stems of the j and Il forming the
H. on left thigh, S on left shoulder
and &C on left hip.
A suitable reward will be paid for
the return Of the horses to Halleck, or
for information where they may be
found.
KELLY & MCCAIN,
Halleck, Nevada.
May 8, 1889. tt
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
County Official Paper
COMMISSIONERS PROCEED
INGS.

The Board of County Commission
ers met pursuant to law, Monday,
November 4, 1889.
Present-Messrs. Rigsby and Hamill.
Alter allowing the list of bills,
published yesterday, the following
general business was transacted:
The following bills were laid over
to the next meeting of the Board, to
wit: Mrs. r. E. Atwell, s. s. Carney,
w. B. Dunton, j. j. Robertson, w. D.
Martin, Frank N. Drake, w. s. Hill
man, Ben F. Yates, ]. w. auckland.
The mooey in the County Treasury
was counted and found correct as
compared with the Auditors books.
On motion The Board ordered that
j. F. Short be appointed Road Super
visor in and for Ruby Valley Road
District.
On motion the petition Of John
Murphy was o:Gered fled.
The following reports OF officers
were examined, approved aud ordered
filed, to wit: w. s. Clayton, ]. p,
Huntington Township; S. M. Henley,
]. p, Elko Township; Jas. Adams,
County Jailer; j. B. Abel, Hospital
Steward; l. r. Barnard, Sheriff; l.
q. Henderson, County Clerk; Geo. H.
Meigs, County Auditor.
A commun' cation from MIS-. N.
O'Conaer in -e1ecence TO q claim for
compensa5s on for services rendered
in taking care of INDECENT sick was
received and ordered filed.
On motion, the bridge ac:oss La
noble being completed according to
con1-ac,, The same was received by
tho Board, an order made for The pay
lnent OF the blu for the same, The
bond ordered cancelled and the
bonGsmen released.
On moG.od The Clerk was directed
TO call the attention OF the Constable
to the fact that the, ord in
reference 10 The deposi$:.ng of rubbish
w'tlin the Imiss OF The low is being
violate /, particularly below TIE Dor
sey stable south Of the Warm Springs
road, complaints Of which naving
been made 10 this Board, ard remind
him that it is his duty to see chat The
ordinance is strictly obeyed.
On motion the follow g resolutions
we're adopted:
Resolved: That we learn VIII
regret Of the sudden death OF j. w
auckland, vino for several yeas has
performed the duties Of Janitorof the
Cour yhopse.
REsoLvED: That he was always
industrious and prompt in tho dis
charge OF his duties, courteous and
nbliging to all, aud we desire 70 OK
press our appreciation Of his character
as faithful officer.
REsoLvED: That copy OF these
resolutions be spread on the minutes
No further business appearing the
BOARD adjourned to Monday, Decem
Der 2, 1889, at 8 o'clock A. NJ.
Attest:
L. o. HENDERSON,
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
Live And Let Live.

Those who desire fresh Groceries
and Provisions, as we'll as Glassware,
Queensware, etc., should not fail to
examine my stock and prices before
purchasing.
A penny saved is as good as penny
earned and you can save money by pur-
chasing goods at home. I carry a
large stock of seasonable goods and
will sell at Live and Let Live prices.
2-1S III. CHASE.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
Indurated Fibre Ware.

The attention of the public is di-
rected to my new stock of Tubs,
Buckets, Basins, etc., manufactured
from Indurated Wood Fibre, pressed
out in one piece, without seams or
hoops. It is light and durable, will
not shrink or swell, will not faint any
kind of liquid and bids fair to super
cede tin and wooden ware. Call and
examine it.
III. CHASE.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06

r. D. Parker, Violinist, having de-
oided to remain in Elko for time,
will attend to all calls for good mu-
sic for balls, parties, etc. Having
been engaged in the business for
many years on the Pacific Coast
guarantee to give satisfaction. Ad-
dress,
R. d. PARKER,
9-30tf Elko, Nevada.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
State and County Taxes.

NOTICE 70 HEREBY GIVEN THAT
IN She Assessment oil os the County "i
Blko, State Nevsds, has been r,ceiysd BY
me. and that the State and County taxes are
noY due snd payable TO me at the TrosSur-
er's eflce In the Courthouse I'm ysiko, Nevads.
and the Law in regard TO tie same viii b"
etristly enforced.
Al taxes unpsid at O'clock r. n. on mon
DAY, NOVEMBER Is. Hss, win then becon'
Sclin guent and 10 per cent. be sdded there'"
together with q - for the Auditors Ger
tincste ands2 90 fer Advertising.
l.. =. MORGAN.
County Treasurer md u
t,facio Tax Receives,
Eiho, Dot. "a, Issd.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
Dwelling For Sale.

Dwelling For Sale.
/ have for sale cheap fine proper
ty consisting Of three lots, a good
eommodious frame dwelling house of
six rooms, situated in desirable loca-
ton IN Elko, aud supplied with all
necessary out buildings and GOOD
well Of water. For terms, call on or
address,
j. L KEYsER.
Elko, New.
Elk, I. 100.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06
This commodiouH Saloon will be conducted as
aPopHlAr Establishment.
SEALED PROPOSALS.

AAOTICR IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT
she Board Of County Commissioners OF
Elko County will receive; sealed proposals for
the purchase Of the following certificates OF
Indebtedness On the General Fund Of White
Pine County, to wit:
Certificate No. 42e, issued February 20, 1888,
for SIG.
Certificate No sa7, issAed December IL, 1883.
for &, 3DS so.
Said bids to be fled in my Office on or before
Monday, November 4, 1880, and Endorsed.
Proposals to purchase white Pine County
scrip"
The County Commissioners reserve the right
TO reject any and all bids.
BY order Of the Bosrd Of County Commits
sioneIs,
Attest. 10. HENDERSON.
Jlerk
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06

q .
DO. i CATCH THE I'd?
In this enlightened A j man
His must we'll M ploy,
r l. Gil not march in the van
With those who wealth N Joy.
His pockets they will M T B..
His life B poor in D d;
And in the Nd he'll be N G.,
And others will i'm p D.
But if with Qri ret
He reads this brief s A,
He'll have a chance to wealth E B,
And dress in fine r A.
In K g knows not whore 2 go
To buy K L N T clothes, .
He will x Q Q US if we show
We are A l ON those.
In l. E gance our clothes K L,
In style they r OK.
Twill save U time, Xpence as we'll,
&c our great display.
Your savings we will w,
And make U the Nv
OF all who 9 q dress 2 2;
just as UO2B.
Cur Goods R 1 derfully low,
AS E u U can G,
And if U G K bargain know
Our stores the place to B.
The @ weather is at eB
Soon snow will fall on u,
q will B ", U underst &,
To purchase P. d. Q. .
An immense stock of Mems and
Boys clothing, latest styles and nov
elites, just received. Mems suits from
sc 90 up. Boys suits at all prices.
DON'T FAIL to take a look at
those handsome Jersey Suits f6l
Boys.
Go TO REMNANTS FOR BARGAINS
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1889-11-06

An immense stock
Of Wallpapers, Bor-
ders and Decora-
tons, in all grades
and qualities and at
lowest prices at
Remnants. These
goods have just ar
rived and are the
latest patterns out
this season. e..
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1889-01-22
The Sutro Tunnel.
Silver state Jan. 18th.

The Sutro Tunnel, one of the great
est mining enterprises of the age,
was sold last Monday, by the United
States Marshal, under a decree of
foreclosure issued by the United
States Circuit Court. The property
was bid in by the Sutro Tunnel Com
pany of New York, the price paid
being 81, 325,OOo.
The tunnel was conceived by
Adolph Sutro, who organized com.
pany and interested capital to con-
struct it. The project at first met
with general favor from the Comstock
mining companies, but it was sub
sequently opposed by those COM
panies, headed by the Bank of Cali
fornia and the Virginia City news.
papers, which pictured Sutro as pi-
rate, and denounced all who favored
the enterprise as his hirelings. The
tunnel was completed, however, not.
withstanding the determined opposi.
ton Of the Bank ring, but in conse-
quence OF the failure to develop ex.
tensive ore bodies in the lower work.
ings of the Comstock, the royalty
from ores was not as great as antici
pated, and the stock was not so val
liable as its holders expected it would
be. The tunnel was mortgaged tt
London bankers, Sutro disposed o.
his stock and became millionaire
and the London men are now trying
to realize something from their in
vestment by foreclosing their mort
gage.