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Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
SUDDEN DEATH OF
YERINCTON
MAN

Last Sunday night, about 9 O'Clock,
Isaac Ostreicher, clerk at the Hotel Yer
ington, died after few hours sickness
Sunday morning lie failed to show up
and Mr. Holland went to his room to
see what was the matter Upon being
not feeling well and would stay in bed
for the day. Later on he grew worse
and a physician was summoned, but he
was beyond earthly aid, and passed out
as above stated.
MIR. Ostreicher was among the throng
that arrived i'll California i'll the golden
host, made and lost fortunes with ease
When Tuscarora was discovered he went
TO Elko and built hotel and established
stage lines to surrounding camps with
Elko as their base He put on fast
freight line to Tuscarora during that
camps bonanza days and amassed quite
fortune. Later he removed to San
Francisco, intending to spend his days
in that city, but lost his all when the
earthquake came along. He drifted back
to Nevada and was employed for time
at Wabuska and the Miller and LUIS
ranch as bookkeeper.
Ike" as he was familiarly called.
was feature around the corridors of the
Hotel Yerington and his fund of remi-
niscences of the old days were eagerly
listened to by guests of that hostelerv
and the face of the kindly old man will
be sincerely missed.
The cause of death was heart failure
As far as known he leaves no relat We,
in this country He was a native o
Germany and aged about 6S years.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
AUGUST CORDES REPRESENT.
ING PACIFIC STEELITE
co. INC., INTERVIEW
ING yERINGTON
Mine OWNERS

MIR. Cordes says the Pacific Steelite
Company is incorporated for one-half
million dollars. 1t will undertake the
manufacture of steelite' new pro-
cess powder. II is always safe to handle,
can be transported without danger by
any conveyances, does not explode by
the toughest handling, does not freeze,
does not become effected by heat, does
not deterioate with age, does not pro-
duce any poisonous fumes nor gasses,
does not injure health and does not
cause headache. The cost of construct
ing a Steelite plant is just one-fourth
the cost of dynamite plant of equal
capacity
Mr.. Cordes is loaded down with testi-
monials from all the largest mining
companies in the world. He is not
only desirous of having the various
mining companies give the powder a
try-out, but is also anxious to have them
become interested in the company.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
LITTLE LOCALS

Lillian and Roy Tillay, two Pine
Grove youngsters, have constructed a
miniature warship, and during Thanks
giving week entertained their friends
and relatives at Missouri Flat sailing ii
up and down the Walker river
Alma Morrow, a girl only 10 years Of
age, has painted picture which is de
serving OF no little praise. 1t is on ex-
hibition in the Bank saloon.
The l., and l.. are remodelling the in
terror OF their sample rooms.
A beautiful line of ladies' furs at
Smiths.
For your Xmas gifts the best line car
be found at Smiths.
Born-In san Francisco Nov. IS, tc
the wife of M. II. Mcleod, daughter
n. w. Willis and G. w. Wilson who
departed the first of the week for Gold
field to probate the will of the late l.
| w. Stewart, have returned.
Mrs. DR., Masterson is up from Haw
thorne for a visit. she is with Mrs
/ Hanna, her sister.
Terry Becker, George Becker and
Chris McGowan left Tuesday for Sar
Francisco, where they will spend the
winter,
The advance crew of surveyors, Cop
1 per Belt X. r. are now at Nordyke.
Rev. f. NJ Willis took his departure
Monday for Pacific Grove, Call, stop
ping off in Reno where he talks L
students at Assembly Hall, n. $. T..
on the early history of Nevada,
Mrs. Whitman and Miss Whitman
made Ayins trip to Reno this week.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
TRACCIC END OF NJ.
A. JOHNSON

1 The following is taken from the Sal
Lake Herald Republican of Thursday
| December 2:
Financial reverses. threatening hi.
ownership of a group of mines at Yer,
ington, which he had partially devel
oped, caused Captain w. a. johnson tc
end his life in ali out out of the way
room at the Belmont hotel. He had
been dead about two days when the body
was found.
Absolute evidence of cyanide of potas-
SUM and letter to his bride dispels
doubt as to suicide
Dignihed, and descendant of a dis
tinguished Southern family, Captain
Johnson had not outwardly displayed
evidence of financial difficulties. Yet,
during the last week he is said to have
watched the development of a prospect
i've loan with nervous interest. This
loan would have meant salvation from
financial ruin to johnson, the first situa-
ton of that kind ever confronting him.
Mrs. Johnson. widow of the dead man,
would not permit the last message of
her husband to leave her hands. But,
in substance, it is as follows: Il am not
sane under this terrible strain. feel
that I am slipping, falling away. The
pressure is too great. cannot stand it
any longer" This was followed by an
afectienate farewell.
Little is known of the movements of
Johnson since his disappearance, up to 3
o'clock Tuesday afternoon Then, ac-
cording to Mr.. Reeves of the Belmont
hotel, he registered under the name Of
Jackson, without initials, and Was 81 own
to room SO. A few minutes later he re-
turned to the Office of the hotel and in
formed the proprietor that he would
keep the key in pocket, not desiring
certain effects to be disturbed
He was next seen at the Elks' club
about supper time and had little to say
AT noon yesterday one of the chamber
attendants raped at his room, but re-
ceived no response. An hour later this
was repeated. The proprietor was sum-
noned and the door forced open. The
body was quickly identified from des-
,riptions furnished by Mrs. Johnson.
Captain johnson accumulated sew
.ral fortunes through his knowledge of
mining. He was rich man when he
,atne in possession of a group of mines
near Yerington. So confident was he
hat they would produce his last great
stake that he spent thousands of dollars
in their development. but it is said his
interest in them went beyond the limit,
finally leaving him without means.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
Prominent Men From Carson Thousand
From Upper and Lower Mason Valley and Pos IDLY Five
Hundred Men, Women and Children From Differ
ent Parts of Lyon County, Friday Were
i'm Attendance at the Opening of
High School, Just Completed


The spectators were furnished with a
beautiful program, Of both afternoon
and evening entertainment, on, which
was pasted photograph Of the High
School building. f
The afternoon program was opened
by prayer by Rev Father Molyneaux,
Mayor + w Fairbanks delivered the
address of welcome. Presentation OF
school to county was made by Com
missioners Strosnider, Gates. and Mar
tin, Rev. G. w Beatty, Prof b. G.
Bleasdale and Hon b. II. Reymers each
in turn delivered appropriate addresses,
Prof. j +. Bray eloquently discussed
the Lyon County High School and its
basic needs The different classes rem
dered sweet and patriotic songs. Frank
Barnett sang while Old Glory Waves"
and VIM. Brooks sang the Spirit of
10" Both gentlemen were enthusias-
tically encored.
For the evenings entertainment the
large rink hall was beautifully decorated
The entire ceiling was quilted With lat
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
TOM MURPHY OF COLDFIELD
SPENDS TUESDAY AND
WEDNESDAY IN
YERINGTON

Tom Murphy of the firm OF Murphy
& Myers. millionaires of Gold6eld, the
middle of the week, hurriedly inspected
his interests i'll Yerington and departed
for Goldheld.
Mr.. Murphy anticipates marked i'm
procurement in Yerington before the first
of the year and about that time expects
co again return to Yerington when he
hopes so remain several weeks.
He is interested in a group of claims
just north OF the Neqada- Douglas. The
property is undeveloped and incorporat
ed under the name of the North Doug
las Company" 1t has splendid sur
face showing and Mr.. Murphey is ar
ranging to do considerable development
work
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
PURCHASES l6O ACRES OF
LAND BETWEEN YERINGTON
AND MISSOURI FLAT

Sam Crane of the Nevada Copper
Belt railroad returned Tuesday night
from a trip to Wellington, Bridgeport
and Bodie. He brought with him a
basket of large red apples raised i'll
Antelope valley Before leaving for
Reno he purchased 100 acres OF land
between Yerington and Missouri Flat
from Joe Gallagher
In the spring Mr.. Crane will food
portion of the land and plant it in cram
berries The balance he intends to
plant in fruit and potatoes
The purchase price of the land has
not been announced but f. II. Whitacre
of the real estate firm of T. II. Whita-
ere & Co, is authority for the statement
that the land brought the highest price
per acre of any ever sold i'll the valley.
Mr. Crane upon his return i'll another
month intends to start the building of a
ten-room house in Nerington. While
in Reno he will place on exhibition the
apples from Antelope Valley
! III the communities says Mr. Crane
south of Bridgeport subscribe for a
portion of the railroad bonds. there is
no reason why the Nevada Copper Belt
/ should not continue the road into Los
4 Angeles -
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

tics work. Of. red and gold and red and
yellow electric globes were: in abund-
ance. Autumn leaves were strewn in
profusion .::about the walls and the stage
was set in a background of American
flags. and large banners OF red and gold
The high school children acted as
ushers and wore their class colors.
President Stubbs of the Nevada State
University delivered an address on the
relation of County High School to Uni
versity which was instructive as we'll as
interesting; Prof Bartlett of DAYTON
ably discussed the need of education.
Governor Dickerson and James Yering-
ton, who were stated for addresses, were
comp, lied at the last moment to send
regrets. The Yerington orchestra, led
by Mrs. A. A.. Marsal and Frank Bar
nett, rendered choice music and the
nigh school children and chorus sang
My Own United States" Miss Mildred
Whitman and Miss Queen Wilson favor
ed the spectators. III their usual pleasing
way, with vocal solos. Everyone joined
in America" and the floor was cleared
for an hours dancing.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
DAYTON ITEMS

Rev. Lester Hazlett will give lecture
on "Blunderers and Blunderers" ON
Monday, Dec. 6. Half the proceeds
will go toward piano for the Dayton
school.
Born-On November rs, to the wife
of Fred Hotaling, son.
Prof. l.. w. Bartlett of Dayton ate
his Thanksgiving dinner with Professor
Bleasdale of Yerington. The former
returned to Dayton last Sunday.
The dance given in Dayton on
Thanksgiving night was success, many
people being present.
Mrs. Hamilton Ainsworth left DAYTON
for Reno last Sunday.
Miss Gertrude Tailleur entertained
her friends at the home of her mother
last Saturday night, the occasion being
her fourteenth birthday. The young
people present were: Miss Lille Tai
lieur Fred Tailleur. Edith Harris. Edith
Erixoe, Isabel Rising, Phyllis Davis,
Virginia Cassinella, Celia Quilic!, Lo.a
Flake, Helen Braun, Myron Shirley,
Peter Quilici, Will Melarkey, Clinton
Nelarkey. Bill Schooley, and Merviu
Johnson. Everyone had good time.
Quite crowd of Carson people mo-
tored into town to attend tho Sheet and
Pillowcase dance on Nov. rs.
Emmet Boyle paid Dayton short
visit last Sunday.
John B. Gallagher arrived in town
last Monday.
Court is now in session in Dayton OF
account of the Miller & Lux VS.. Me
Leod case.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

The Ladies Aid will give bazaar and
New England Dinner on December IL,
IN Rink Hall. The following persons
will preside over the different booths:
Apron Mrs MCGOWAN, Mrs. Chris
iernleben, Mrs. DIR. Carpenter.
Candy Mrs. Stickney, Mrs Or.
Smith, Mrs. t. H. Walker.
Fancy work Mrs, Josie Davidson,
Mrs. o, IL. Some, Mrs. A, McNeelv.
Reception Mrs. I. II. Hoppin, Mrs.
DIR, Leavitt, Mrs. b. II Reymers.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

Fred Vicks has returned from Ogden.
Mr.. Kirkbride came in from Cam
bridge Monday.
The railroad surveyors from Rock
Camp, Messrs. Brown, Turner, Sanders
and Coats were in town Monday.
~ w. Willis went to Cold6eld on
business this week.
Chas, Holland is moving the annex to
the lot next to the Grotto.
n. Poll, was in town Tuesday, from
East Walker.
Allan Green was in town over Thanks
giving with his sisters, Mrs. Lewis and
Mrs. Sinclair.
Mr.. and Mrs. Roy MCGOWAN are visit
ing at the MCGOWAN home farm, and
among other relatives in the valley.
They will remain till after the holidays
when they will return to their home in
MCGOWAN taught the Barrett school two
terms ago The young couple have
many friends in the valley who are de-
| lighted to see them.
Sub-contractor Sutton, finished his
strip of grading for the new railroad
and left for his home in Carson, Sunday
Wagons full of Sacked potatoes are
constantly going by to Wabuska. being
hauled in two, four six and eight-horss
loads.
Mr. and Mrs. -Shas. Mcleod who
spent Thanksgiving with. the Comp on:
in Yerington. have gone to Bovard. Or
their return they will live in Yerington
Mr.. and Mrs. Carl Tidd were dowr
I from Smith Valley last week
siMr. James Ramsay, former telegraph
operator at Wabuska is there again.
Mr.. Smith and Mr.. Del Rea of Sar
/ Francisco passed through town ell route
to Pine Grove where they are principal
stockholders They will be here about
a week and express themselves as liking
the looks OF the railroad. very much.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
INDIAN MURDERED BY MEXICANS
John Lewis of Yerington Diggar Indian Stabbed
to Death by Manuel Prosada and Another
Mexican Whose Name Cannot be
Learned

On Sunday last two Mexican cooks
er houses and inquired for squaws.
John Lewis was asked out of his cabin.
He said his squaw was lot at home.
The Mexicans lied him with drink and
finally in the ensuing altercation stabbed
him.
City Attorney Pilkington with stenog-
rapler Louis ID. Trankle police officer
Bulkley and Bert Perkins went out on
Wednesday and took Lewis dying
declaration. Lewis died at 4 a. NJ
Thursday morning.
Judge Carter returning from Daytvn
on Wednesday called a Coroner's jury
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

The dedication Of the High School
building yesterday will always be re-
membered as one of the most historical
OF events in the annals of Yerington
aud also as one OF the most enjoyable
occasions the people OF Lyon County
had ever had Nowhere in the world
are people more hospitable and more
capable of enjoying themselves than in
the little town OF Neringion
From nearly every business block in
town aud a great many of the ONES
hung streamers OF blue aud gold Free
sandwiches, cider and coffee were
served all day and during the evening
at the several hotels to the men, women
and children. A liberal supply OF red
and gold confetti was scatteaed 10 X
the streets and sidewalks between the
new high school building and large
Rink hall.
The High Scnool building where the
afternoon celebration was held, was
decorated in autumn leaves aud red and
gold streamers of long paper crepe.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

on Thursday morning. +. r. Lam, c.
Gallagher. George Martin, Frank Nor
ris, Fred Bertrsird and Tom Comerford
were summoned
County Physician Leavitt testified to
cause of death and the jury heard the
evidence of the witnesses to the dying
declaration.
Jury returned verdict of death
caused by stabbing perpetrated by two
Mexicans whose names were unknown.
Just after the rendering of the verdict
Chief Of Police Ambrose arrived from
Schurz with Manuel II. Prosoda in
charge.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
Estray Notice

There came to my place one bay horse,
seven years old; no brand; front feet
wire cut; weight 500 lbs. Horse can be
seen at my place.
T. HOFHEINS
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
For Sale

Seven hundred and twenty acres of
choice land, situated on the railroad.
The water right is one of the oldest i'll
the district. Easy terms. Inquire of
T.. H. WHITACRE & Co.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

The ranch Known as the Downey
ranch Two miles northeast of Yering-
ton. Apply to Geo. T. Willis at Lyon
County Bank
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

Do not delay, make first choice from
the magnificent line of turs just arrived
arrived at Smit.. 5.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04
For Rent

business location on Main street;
one OF ihe best in the city Inquire
Il. II. WHlTACRE & Co.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

The fall line of hats for men will be
on display about Monday at Smiths
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

Underclothes for men, women and
children, union and two-piece suits at
Smiths.
Yerington times. [volume] (Yerington, Nev.) 1907-1932, 1909-12-04

Do the People Know What
You're Offering for Xmas
Evening star., 1909-02-24
BERLIN LIBEL TRIAL ENDS.
Two Accusers Of German Naval OF
hcers Are Sentenced.

BERLIN, February 24-The trial of a
sensational libel suit in which Naval
Capt. Berger and DR.. Igenstein, a jour-
nalist. were accused Of libeling some of
the most prominent among the active ad-
mirals of the German navy. including Ad-
miral Won Tirpitz. minister of marine, has
ended with the sentencing of the captain
to a fine Of 81 80 and the journalist to six
months in Jail.
The case aroused intense interest and
the testimony extended over seven days.
The admirals and other officers testified
in full uniform. Capt. Berger, who had
been dismissed from the navy. accused
the admirals of conspiring to drive him
out of the service through false reports.
Ilgenstein reproduced Berger's statements
in the course OF several articles used.
The latter disappeared yesterday before
the sentence Of the court was delivered,
and a warrant has been issued for his ar
rest Berger now declares that although
he lost the case his character has been
restored
Evening star., 1909-02-24
Revenue Cutter Service,

Orders and instructions to officers in the
revenue cutter service have been issued
from the division of the service in the
Treasury Department as follows:
First Lieut.. W. f. w. Hall, ordered to
temporary duty In charge Of repairs to
the Rush.
Second Lieut.. of Engineers w, L. Max
well, granted thirty days extension leave
Second Lieut.. of Engineers H. NJ.
Hepburn. granted fourteen days leave.
Second Lieut.. c. NJ. Gabbett, granted
thirty days leave with permission to ap-
ply for an extension Of nineteen days.
Senior Capt. A. p. r. Hanks, commits
stoned a senior captain.
Second Lieut.. F. A.. Nichols, granted
twenty days extension sick leave.
Capt. of Engineers d. McFrench,
ordered to proceed to Red Bank. n. j.,
on inspection duty.
First Lieut.. Charles Satterlee. granted
| three days leave.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1909-04-08

Luther Latin Mills, noted Chicago
lawyer, died recently, the direct result
OF second stroke of apopexy, the first
seizure having Frustrated him eight
weeks before. Mr.. Mills was born at
North Adams, Mass, Sept. 3, 1913. His
father was Walter n. Mills, Il pioneer
dry goods merchant Of Chicago and an
intimate friend Of the late Marshall
Field, whom he had known In Massa-
chusetts. After being graduated from
the University Of Michigan, Mr.. Mills
was admitted to the bar when 81 years
old. He succeeded from the beginning.
He figured in many celebrated cases
and opposed at the bar such legal
heavy weights as Emory A. Storrs,
John Lyle King, Writ Dexter, Fred
Mitchell and many others. lie appear
ed for the prosecution In the first trial
OF the Cronln case and in many other
suits of much Importance. As an ora
tor Mr.. Mills enjoyed wide fame. He
was interested in many philanthropic
enterprises and was president Of the
Boys club and other institutions for
the welfare of the young.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1909-04-08
GOOD LUCK TO sPARRows.

Shoe Thrown mt Departing Bride
Now Home for Bird Family.
Suspended from the branches of a
tree In McDonough street, near Reid
avenue, Brooklyn, the New York Her
aid says, is an old shoe which long ago
served its term OF usefulness to hui
mainly, but which now affords a COM
Portable home for Mr.. and Mrs. Spar
row and their little brood of baby spar
rows, which are just about old enough
to fly.
For three years the old shoe, care
lessly thrown into the tree after serv-
Ing as a goGd-luck emblem at we'd
ding, has been swinging in the branch
es, defying wind and weather There
have been storms In the neighborhood
that have uprooted trees and broken
or their branches. but the tree in
which the old shoe has found Il lodg-
ment has withstood all weather sieges.
Not long ago two sparrows came into
the neighborhood and started house
keeping in the old shoe. which affords
them shelter and is sufficiently large
for the simple tastes of aerial Hat
dwellers.
Whether or not the great nation of
birds is ruled by an pathological
Roosevelt is not known, but certain it
is that Mr. and Mrs. Sparrow are not
believers In race suicide, and since tax
ing up their abode in the old shoe they
have raised a large brood.
The Sparrow family has many OF
the comforts and conveniences of life,
The opening in the shoe serves all the
purposes of vestibule. The tip not
only makes fine piazza for the whole
Sparrow family in fair weather, but
makes fine swing for the Sparrow
children when the wind is gently blow.
Ing Judging from the chipping. the
baby birds enjoy their fun just MS
much as human children might enjoy
nm old orchard swing
Residents of the neighhorhood, even
the children, appreciate the situation
and every day one of the families
whose homes are near the tree leaves
lut food so that the father and mother
bird need not send any of their brood
20 bed hungry.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1909-04-08

There ar. 10000 yegetarians In Eng,
land
There are in London over 3OI.UOO per.
sons who live in oEe.room houses, and
ever 100000 in two-room houses.
There is daily average Of one and
sne-half deaths in New York City charge
able TO injuries inflicted by other persons
In the last Eve years, In New York
City, 59s,7t4 tenants have gone into new
Dat houses
Three story bedsteads are now made for
uss In apartments. steamers camps aud
wherever door space is limited
The secret o, the glow worm and freely
is yet unsolved by scicnce, Their light is
entirely unaccompanied by heat.
Three hundred girls are employed In the
asrness trade IN New York. aud Kentucky
has girl Jockey
Maphattan's postofiee receipts amount
70 s54,37o daily
Much Of the fuel used in Italy is made
Of the refase Of olives from which the
oil has been pgcA4ed
Lord Selhorne Is the arst British cab
met minister who has accepted an ap-
pointment IN the colonies.
Those who have wintcred IN Alaska say
that Il Is not the cold, but the mosquito.
that is the hardest thing to endure in the
Nsrth-
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1909-04-08
The Mission

Of those corpuscles In your blood
that have bcen called Little
Soldiers" Is TO fight for you
against tho disease germs that
constantly cndanRer your health.
These corpus clos are made
healthy and strong by the use of
Hoods 5arssparllIa.
This medicine is combination of
more than 20 different remedial agents.
In proportions and by process known
only 10 ourselves and ii has for thirty
years been constantly proving its worth.
No substitute, none 'iust-as-good.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1909-04-08
why They Wanted eeorgc.

The young wife answered the phone
That's another call for George" she
said to her mother. Somebody wants
him to come somewhere ana play
bridge. It's the third Invitation he's
had this evening"
THAT would seem to Indicate said
the mother, that George is very popu.
lar
The young wife shifted.
1T unquestiorably indicates she
said, that George is an easy loser
Cleveland Plain Dealer.