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The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27

Her husband rose about 6 O'Clock
IN the morning and dressed She
went to him and he said he WITS go
ing hunting. He left the house and
she ran after him. He told her to take
the dog back and the last thing he
said was Tell Albert to let the ducks
out"
She went back to the house and
then she came out an dwent part of
the way and sat down on a stone for
a long while. She thought he WAS al
ready deserving her Then she vent
back to the house and got her hns-
bands revolver. She came out of the
house and as she was going down
the field she fired the pistol 10 see
how ii worked.
Pretty soon she saw her husband
coming home. She went to meet him.
She asked him II they were going for
their usual ride that afternoon. He
said no. that he was too tired She
stepped back of him and shot him III
the back of the head He fell down
and did not say a word.
She ran back to the house and
hid the revolver upstairs" she told
the sheriff. Then she told her par
ents Jensen was dead
When the story was tod Mrs. Jsn-
sen appeared relieved. II was tolf II
a coherent, clear manner. accordinz
to the sheriff, with no covering W e.
details. As soon as it was fini,neei
she retired and in few moments he
was sound asleep.
soap. For two straight seasons ;he
1t was considerably after II oela,s..
when the tale was completed.
| 1t has been more or less OF an
open secret that Mrs. Jensens mcntai
condition has been a cause of con-
siderable apprehension for several
months. She has been under medical
care and when she spoke of others as
mixed up in her troubles, 1t is believed
she referred to persons who visited
her at times past and asked her how
| she felt, besides suggesting that she
might be removed TO place for fur
lther care.
| Mrs. Jensen was formerly Miss
Anna Christensen and was born and
raised in this Valley and is well
know here. Her parents, Mr. aud
Mrs. l.. Christensen owned the ranch
Many of her friends living here have
expressed their belief that the young
/ lady was suffering from some mental
some time
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
President Hendricks I and
Others Speak Here

The me ting and entertainment held
here SATURDAY evening under the aus
pieies OF the l'arsnt-Teachers AS
soeiation, was largely attended and
was a complete success from every
standpoint. The program was well
arranged and while the subjects of the
principal speakers were along agri-
cultural and home economical lines,
there was just enough entertainment
intermingled keep the audience in
fine hnmor.
Prof Turner. instructor of elocution
and public speaking at the university.
rendered several humorous selections
and was warmyl received
Prof. Levers made few intro
ductory remarks in favor of President
Hendricks and gave ii as his be ief
that the gentleman was ably fitted
for the position which he recently as
snmcd as head of he University of
Nevada. lie made ii clear that Presi-
dent Hendricks was desirious of be-
coming personally acquainted with
the people OF Nevada. that he may bet
ter study their wants and needs. so
that lie might accomplish the most
possib good under he government
extension work in rural districts.
President Hendricks explained the
essential parts of the extension work
To be carried out under the Smith
Lever act. The reason for govern
ment aid in this work has been
brought about from the fact that G oee
study OF the educational situation in
the United States reveals the fact that
two dollars is being spent for the
education of every child who happens
To live in the city as against one
do lar on the child who resides in
rural districts. Under the extension
work. ii Will be possible to correct
this condition by bringing the uni
versitics into the country and the
boys and girls. who are unable be-
cause OF expense of other reasons to
attend universities, may secure learn
ing without the necessity of leaving
their homes. This learning will not
be confined To the youth bpt wi ! le
available TO the adult as we'll. The
extension work in this state at this
time embraces agriculture and home
economies. As time goes by and the
appropriations are increased by the
government. the work will be extend
ed To other branches of learning
President Hendricks impressed ii up
ON his hearers that the university be
longed to them and cordial y urged
them to visit the institution when AT
Reno lie left the explaining of the
extension work now being done in
Nevada To Dean Knight and Prof
Wilson.
Dean Knicht caused ripple Of
laughter when he assured his hearers
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
+ ormer Carson Valley
Girl Kills Her Husband

George II. Jensen, prosperous
rancher of Reno, living near the coun-
" hospital was found dead In an omen
field Sunday with bullet hole in
the back of his neck. lie was found
by his wife, who missed him, and
stumbled across the body in the field.
She was taken into custody by the of
llcers who believed she knew more of
the murder than she cared to disclose
which proved correct when she made
the following confession of her guilt
Monday, the following account of
which is taken from the Journal.
II was Mrs. Anna Jensen who slew
her husband George r. Jensen. Sun
day morning in the field within sight
of his home. sending a bullet from
his own revolver crashing through the
back of his neck to instantly take
away his life.
Mrs. Jensen told the entire story to
Sheriff Burke last night in he pres
ence of Miss May kenney, her nurse
When she had finished the sorry
She lay down and enjoyed the first
peaceful sleep she had since rest. too
was slain by the tragedy.
She shot him, she said. because she
thought he intended to desert her
Others were mixed mp with it too
she said, and she said hat she made
up her mind in the early dawn OF
that last morning that If they were
to part it would be death that would
part them.
The story tod Sheriff Burke lagl
night was, as the sheriff later said
AS straight story as you or
could tell 1t was struggling for exi,
all the previous day. The unfortunate
woman tentatively questioned the
sheriff as to what he would do if she
should tell him were the pistol was
She would not even say she knew
satisfactory reply she concluded te
where the pistol was. Not obtaining a
keep silent.
hut about IL O'Clock Monday nigh,
she told the nurse she would like ts
see the sheriff
I '-sDd YOU want TO see me ~ asxe;
the sheriff. who was sent for.
Yes" she said Il want to tell vol
a story Then the entire histor,
came out
Mrs. Jensen said she had fel THAI
her husband intended to desert hor
Others had come To talk TO him and
they talked to her and asked her
about her head. She feared the.
would be separated.
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27

that he was not here in the interest
of sugar beet cultivation. as was the
occasion of his last visit to this Val
ley. His visit here at this time was
for much different purpose that OF
informing the farmers that the extern
sion workers were now ready and pre-
pared to give assistance in solving
agricultural problems, and helping
them produce bigger and better crops
through the introduction of scientific
methods. lie assured his hearers
as willing to meet small number of
farmers at some district school house
as large gathering In the towns. He
also encouraged the establishment of
womens clubs for the betterment of
home conditions, wherein their work
could be made lighter by the study of
in preparing foods. and one who who
has made "A study of economies, is
now working In this state, instruct
ing farm women In many modern
ways of lessening their work and at
the same time securing greater eff
fieiency. This worker will visit Car
son Valley at a later date. provided
that the ladies desire her help and in
strnction.
( Prof Wilson gave a short address
on dairving and the live stock indus
try. declaring that the average stock
raiser did not give enough attention
to the breeding of animals hat would
bring the highest returns He devot-
ed much OF his time to the encourage
ment of the establishment of COW
testing associations and outlining the
immeasnrab good hat would result
therefrom, and said that il would not
be long before such an association
would be established here. Mr.. Will
son assured his hearers that his de-
partment was anxious and ready to
assist dairymen and stock raisers in
lieency of their herds.
] During the evening local people
contributed TO the entertainment
Miss krenger rendered vocal solo
which brought forth hearty applause
and was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Miss Sofena Jepsen played an in
strumental selection as did Miss
Edith Rodenbah. These young ladies
are both accomplished musicians and
the people of this community deem II
treat TO hear them in public.
At the conclusion of the meeting, an
informal reception was held in the
hall in order that all present might
make the acquaintance of the speak
ers. Refreshments were served by
the parent-Teachers Association.
Later the floor was cleared for dane
ing and a general good time was en-
ioycd by all
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
Total County Rate $l.44
To State Fund tleg. act) 60

Total State and County s2.0l
The total valuation of assessab' e
property in Douglas county as fixed
by the Assessor and the County Board
OF Equalization was sl,4SS,5i3. The
increased valuation ordered by the
State Tax Commission amounts to
$923.999 which makes grand total OF
the assessable property in Douglas
county, S2.412,542.
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
MIR. AND MRS. PEYTON
ARRIVE HERE ON VISIT

Mr. and Mrs Thomas Peyton and
children. arrived yesterday from Sac
ramento and are visiting at the home
of Mrs. Peyton's parents. Mr.. and Mrs.
NJ. Jacobsen.
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
LOCAL STORES OBSERVE
THANKSGIVING DAY

Following out the Thanksgiving
spirit, the stores at Minden and Gard
neryille remained closed yesterday
in order that those connected there
with might enjoy their feast of turkey
without business cares
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
CARD OF THANKS

To the kind friends who sympathiz-
ed with us and rendered assistance in
sincere thanks,
II. r. JONES FAMILY.
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
National Rifle Club
lMay Be Organized

Gardnervile for the establishment of
National Rifle Club and already the
matter. has been taken up with the
proper officials at Washington. These
clubs, contrary to the general belief,
are not modified form on national
guards, but is merely a modern plan
adoped by the government for the pro-
motion of rifle practice and for the i'm
provmeent of craftsmanship of civial-
ians. the expense of which Is stood by
the government. Guns and ammunition
are furnished without cost under
certain conditions of competitive shoot
ing. Below Is published letter
from the National Board for the pro-
motion of rifle practice. which out
line the manner of organizing such
a club. Ii there are any young men
In this community who are desirious
OF joining the club they should COM
municate with g. >. Gefeke, who Will
give complete details. The letter fol-
lows:
In reply to your letter of inquiry
concerning the organization of Gov
ernment rifle clubs, | take pleasure
In stating that all that is necessary
more citizens to combine together in
any one locality. elect president.
yice-president, secretary, treasurer
and executive officer from among
their midst. adopt the bylaws. which
have been approved by the War De-
partment, a copy of which In enclos-
ed and fill out the application form
sending the same direct to our State
Secretary by SO doing time will be
and the Adiutant General of the State.
and the Adiutant Geneal of the State
The affiliation fee of $40 can be sent
direct to this Office. In subsequent
years the annual dues OF he club to
the n. r. A. will be S..
All applications for affiliation are
referred to the Adjutant General OF
the State for his approval. owing to
the fact that he must latter approve
acquisitions which may be put thru
for the purchase and free Issue of
ordnance supplies from the Govern
ment. Such clubs. after they have
been approved by the Adjutant Cen
eraf OF the State. are elected to mem
bership by our Executive Committee.
and are then ready to begin record
shooting. We recommend that clubs
which hey are organized as The
Philadelphia Rifle Club"
The National Rifle Association of
America presents annually to all of
it's affiliated clubs medal. to be
competed for by members of the
clubs. The War Department issues
decorations free to those who quail
fy as marksman, sharpshooter. or ex-
pert on outdoor ranges. We have no
code for indoor work. but the National
sharpshootrs watch fobs to members
Rifle Association issues marksman and
who make a certain percentage on
targets which are sold by the associa-
tion.
Full information about the free
issue of rifles and ammunition to rifle
clubs and how to organize such clubs
vii be found in the publication Gov
ernment Civilian Rifle Clubs" copy
of which is sent herewith"
Anyone Interested should see O. b.
Gefeke, who Is in possession of all
required information.
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27

The Moffat company's team is busy
Antelope Val ey property
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27

II Is reported that Dave Hayes will
be- appointed State Engineer by Gov
ernor-elect Boyle.
The Record-courier. [volume] (Gardnerville, Nev.) 1904-current, 1914-11-27
County Tax Rate
Lowered by Board

The Board of County Commissioners
met at Genoa, November 18th for the
purpose of readjusting the tax rate of
this county in conformity with the
raise of assessed valuations ordered
by the State Tax Commission The
following resolution was adopted in
which it will be noted that the county
rate was reduced from $2.05 To s1.44.
To this is added the regular state tax
of so cents which brings the total up
to S2.0i.
BE IT RESOLVED that by reason
of the increased valuations and in
compliance with Section 1918 Revised
Laws of Nevada. 1872. and as directea
by the Nevada Tax Commission. the
rate for County purposes. $2.05, nera.
tofore levied Oh March md 1911 he
aud hereby is reduced and finally ilN-
ed at Sl.4i on each hundred do lar s
valuation of taxable property. within
the County of Douglas, for count pnr-
poses, to be apportioned as follows
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The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
PRESIDENT WILSON AT
BALTIMORE CHURCH

Baltimore, Md. Sept. 2s.--The De-
mocracy of President Woodrow Will
son was never better illustrated than
yesterday, when he came TO this city
as a citizen. called upon his hrnther.
attended services at Franklin Street
Presbyterian church, Cathedral and
Franklin streets, and paid visit to
an old friend
Not more than twenty-five persons
recognized the executive on the street
and not until the services at the
church were over did the ma jority of
the congregation know who was oc-
cupying the pastors pew in the CEN
ter aisle, MIR. Wilson bowed respect
fully at the prayers. listened atten-
lively to the sermon and joined in the
singing. He walked to church and
back again to his brothers home and
any one who CHANGED 10 look his way
and did not not recognize him surely
thought that the president was Just
an ordinary citizen attending to his
Sabbath duties. The executive came
for a quiet Sunday with friends. and
he had it. He declined to be inter-
viewed. saying that he came here to
attend divine services only.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
Announcements.

The Rev. and Mrs John l.. Iawless,
of Holland. Va, have announced the
engagement Of their daughter. Emma.
to DIR. Charles Mason Smith, OF Fred
ericksburE, Va. the marriage TO take
place early in November.
Mrs. Mary Eliza beth Smith. Of
Boston Mills, Culpeper county. has
announced the engagement and ap-
preaching marriage of her daughter,
Laura Smith. to Francis William Rem
nett, the Youngest son of Mr.. and Mrs.
William A. Bennett, of "Sunbright"
near Brandy. The marriage, which
will be an important social event, Will
take place in early November in New
Salem church.
Invitations have been received from
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Edward RiSn-
ardson. 10 the marriage of their niece.
Miss Adelaid Virginia Rennet, to Mr..
Marion Luther Cleaton, on the evening
Of Saturday the 10th OF October. at
s o'clock. Trinity church, Portsmouth,
Va. After November 1. the young
couple viii be at home in the Glou-
cester apartment.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29


Misses Nancy ana Aice terklns ar
spehdihg some 'ihe WIN tnelr ~ AM
,atntr' .Hr' !, ~ i+ans ,'o' ~ a.
county.
Mr. Edward smith ana Preston
spent the weekend in Richmond with
friends.
her home in Newport News, after a
visit to Richmond and spending some
time wiz, her sister, Mrs. James f.
-T--s r. cua..or IF rrar,iso,-
h,,rg il snendirg some .irnc IN the
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MIS- lanes Mc,- osh teN,, Ias s"l.e
of her sister, Mrs. j. /. Pritcheu' Jr'
MT ana MTs' John A coke, IT, anu
MT ana Mrs' kohert tesfan, "ho
nave oeen occupying lhe No,'dur -,
return to the city OCTOBER ISL
MISS margaret hhsioW' 81 e''is ait3
- the guest OF her sister MFs' WIZ
MISS Helen tfop.'s' OF No[toih' ~ ,ite
guest of MISS Martina valentine In TINS
MISS E!lzaneth J. AhoreWs mas re-
turned TO her nome IN NorIoik' a1'eI
Visit to fr'ends IN TINS city
Ut r.. Is Sfhith ~ speilut'e - "
DAYS with MS mo1ner' MIS-. "a ID
smith in Charlottesvllle.
ed from Bristoi' Wnete she attehue''
the L. D. c, convention ...
MISS Lillian AtHt0eS. OF keiHSNitEe
n g, - the guest OF the MISSES fo-
wards, or los West Grace street
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
FAIR OPENS TO-DAY
At FREDERICKSBURG
ENTRIES MORE NUMEROUS THAN
EVER BEFORE IN AssoCIA-
TToN nIsTORY,
NEW EXHIBIT BUILDING
LARGER STRUCTURE TAKES PLACE
OF ONE DESTOYED LAST SPRING.
CONFEDERATE REUNION
FEATURE or WEEK.
NEW EXHIBIT BUILDING

Fredericksburg. Va, Sept. 2s.--The
twenty sixth annual fair of the Rap
pahannock valley Agricultural and
Mechanical society. which will be In
progress on Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday Of this week, gives promise
of being the most successful in the
history of the society
Extensive arrangements have been
made. and for several months the Of
ficers have been active in procuring
The best features possible. Captain
i. C. Vance, president. and Mr. Henry
Hsnnehl secretary, and in fact all
of the directors have put forth every
effort in making this fair an event
Of great interest to Fredericksburg
Entries in every department are far
m excess of any previous years, Early
IN the spring the exhibition building
was burma. hut was Immediately re-
placed with a larger and more modern
structure. affording ample room for
the advantageous display of the va
rlous exhibits.
There are a great number OF con-
testants and a better class of animals
in the livestock department. with a
fair percentage coming from dis
lance. The races will be unusually
good. special attention having been
given to this item. The stables are
already we'll filled with high-bred
specimens. and some exciting contests
are expected.
A troop of United States cavalry
will he in camp on the grounds and
will give daily performances of drills.
maneuvers and practice work. This
has been a drawing card for the past
tive years and much interest is CEN
tered in them
In the line of diversions, the main
feature will be the Meyerhoff shows,
which consist of several high-ciass
tent shows. special free acts: besides
the usual troup Of concessions. etc.
This company has good reputation,
and their presence will add greatly to
the popularity of the midway The
midway has been greatly improved
during the summer, having been part
" rearranged and put in first class
condition. Already every privilege has
Leen taken.
on the last day there will be the re-
union of The Confederate veterans,
which Is one of the biggest affairs Of
the whole program.
Altogether there is every indica-
ton toward a great success. and with
good weather there Is no doubt hut
that this fair will eclipse that Of all
previous years.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
ITALIAN QUARTfTTE
IN GENERAL ROW
on MURDER CHARGE. AT
POCAHONTAS.

Especial to The Richmond Virginlan.)
Pocahontas.- Va. September 2S.--
Angelic Santalo. an Italian here, shot
and killed another Italian named
Franco Eilet, in a restaurant. after
El,att has stabbed Dominic Phone, =
fe oow-countryman
II seems as If Elicit and Phone
were fighting AMI Elicit was getting
the best of stahhing match when
Angelic Santal!o interfered and h6
attempted to stop the scrap" when
We did so Elicit attempted to stab
Santallo. who drew gun and killed
him.
Santailo is In Jail and no bond will
be accepted.
No coroneE's inquest has been held,
but one has been summoned for Mon
day morning.
Santa.lo bore good reputation here
and has been in the employment OF
Mr.. Joe Matz for number OF years
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
MANY GREE T DAIRY
CAR AT BURkEVlLLE.

Especial to The Richmond Virginian.)
Burkeville, Va, Sept 2s.-The dali
ry car of the Southern railroad stop~
ped today at Burkeviile and was met
by some of the prominent farmers OF
the community. There are many dali
ry farms arNlnd Burkeville, in fact the
Richmond market is supplied with a
large quantity of its product from this
place. This is section where farm
ers have found it profitable to keep
cows.
Professor W. D. Saunders. who has
charge OF the dairy work at the V.
p L., was with the car and addressed
the farmers, both morning and after
noon. Mr.. w. w. Fitzpatrick. of
the Southern railroad. and MIR. A. f.
Howard, of the State dairy and food
division, were among the speakers.
Meetings Will be held Tuesday at
Jetersville and Wednesday at Anne
liza. These meetings will be held from
10 to IL A. M. and from to p. M.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
LOST HIS LIFE
TO SAVE MACHINE
WILLIAM s. HUNTER sThttk bh
EpEtGHT TRAIN IN ATTEMPT
TO SAVE AUTO.

stanton. Va. Sept. 2S-Wiliiam s.
Hunter. superintendent of the quarry OF
the Virginia Portland cement plant.
at Fordwick was killed late Sunday by
a freight train. while attempting to
save his automobile, which had stalled
on the Chesapeake and Ohio main track.
at Bells Valley. as he was crossing the
track In his car were members OF
his family and several guests. All had
gotten out of the machine. and he was
trying to push 1t across, knowing that
the train would smash It. His neck
was broken and he died almost In
stantly. The members of his party
witnessed the tragedy. He leaves
wife and seven children.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1914-09-29
NANSEMOND PREPARES
FOR COUNTY FAIR

Suffolk, Va, Sept. 2s.--President NJ
w. Joyner. of the Business Mems as
ISOLATION, has received letter from
Mr.. w. H. Manss. vice-president and
general manager of the Southern Set
Element and Development organiza
ton, of Baltimore. stating that he will
visit Suffolk on November 8, during
the Nansemond county and Suffolk
fair. to make an address. Judge
Cassell, Of the Norfolk and Western
railway. will be in Suffolk on Novem-
Der to make an address
Through the efforts OF Mr. Joyner
and Professor p. S. Blandford. agri-
cultural demonstration of Nansemond
county. many valuable premiums
have been secured and the committee
asks the people of the city and coun-
ty to make as large showing of ex-
hibits as possible.