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Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
POSTAL INSTALLS
TELEPHONE SYSTEM

Mrs. Fike. local agent of the Postal
Telegraph Company. announces that
the company has completed the install
lation of long distance telephone sys-
TEN. and that ii is in perfect working
order. Rates have been established
which are much lower than those
which heretofore prevailed, and al
rea@! ~ company has enjoyed lib,
eral patronage.
y minimum of five minutes has been
established for Salt Lake City, Reno
and Sacramento at 81, and 20 cents
for each additional minute. The same
time Is allowed for Oakland, Stockton
and San Francisco, with charge of
S1.50, and 80 cents for each additional
minute.
a booth will be installed at the 10.
cal office of the Postal company, and
anyone desiring to talk TO San Fran.
cisco or elsewhere should 90 there and
put in their call, or, if they desire
they may telephone in their call and
then 90 there TO hold conversation.
The public will be interested i'll the
reduced rates established by the
Postal.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
ROOSEVELT GETS
THREE DELEGATES
CHICAGO PARTIsANs WRITE IN
TEDDYS NAME AND ELECT IN.
STRUcTED DELEGATES FOR
NATIONAL CONVENTION.
BY Pae. and IntI News Service.

CHICAGO. April 12.- Although
Roosevelt's name did not appear on
the primary ballots, partisans wrote in
his name and succeeded in electing at
least two and PROBABLY three delegates
instructed to vote for him in the re-
publican nHtional convention breaking
Sherman's solid front.
In the democratic primaries the 5S
delegates were solidly for President
Wilson.
WASHINGTON, April 12.-Senator
Sherman stated this morning that all
of the 50 Illinois delegates would vote
for him as first choice at the conven-
ton If he had chance of securing the
nomination, and that they would all
vote for Roosevelt for second choice.
This means that the Illinois delega-
ton is for Roosevelt. as Senator Sher-
man of Illinois has little show of car
rying the nomination.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
PITTMAN WILL REMAIN
AWAY DURING CAMPAIGN

Senator Pittman told the Bee cor
respondent yesterday he expected to
remain in Washington for several
months. II do not intend going TO Ne.
vada to prosecute my campaign for
reelection" he added. Probably l
will not go there until after adjourn.
ment." He expects Sam Plat will be
his republican opponent.
Senator Pittman has kept informed
about the opposition in Nevada to his
bill for turning over several millions
acres of public lands in that state for
the benefit OF schools. "Notwithstand-
ing this opposition" declared Senator
Pittman, 81 believe the bill will pass
the House and become a law at this
session of congress"
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12

y sensation was sprung in the Sam
Bachman horse stealing case yester-
day afternoon, when Lon Duval, q
Ruby Valley rancher who was arrest
cd last Monday for completely in the
case, entered a plea of guilty and
waived his right to time of passing
sentence. This morning at $40
O'Clock, he appeared before the court
and was sentenced to term of one
to fourteen years in the state prison.
An information charge had been filed
against him earlier in the day by Dis
trict Attorney Carvilie.
For some time II has been known
that Duval was implicated In the al.
legged stealing of horses, and he has
been under surveillance. Not until
Monday, however, did the District At
torney consider that the time was ripe
for the making of an arrest.
At that time, accompanied by the
sheriff, he went to Duval's ranch in
Ruby Valley armed with warrant,
and the arrest of the defendant was
effected by ruse. When they ap.
preached the place no one seemed to
be at home, but It was believed that
Duval was In hiding near by, accord.
ingly, part of the officers secreted
themselves in the house. and the 9th.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
ENGLISH NoBLEMAN BUYS
LARGE TRACT NEVADA Lam

One of the largest land deals and
one that cleans up nearly all the avail
able railroad land in Lennon valley,
was concluded Saturday, when Sir
Francis Webster and Son, of England,
purchased 10000 acres of land from
the Southern Pacific company. The
price paid for the large tract was not
given out but is understood to have
involved about 100000.
Lennon valley Is situated about
seven miles north of Reno and is being
settled fast. There are about 40 fami
lies located there. Webster and his
son own several large farms in Cali
fornia and Oregon and what they in
tend doing with the land in Lennon
valley they would not state.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
CIVIC LEAGUE
MEETS TOMORROW

There will be a special meeting Gl
the Civic League tomorrow evening,
April 18th. The meeting will be held
in the High School at a quarter after
eight O'Clock. The meeting will be ad.
returning to Nevada after an absence
of several months in the east. where
she has been actively and prominently
identified with the movement for Ma,
tional suffrage. AS Miss Martin has
spent much of her time in Washington
recently her address will without
doubt be timely and should be very
interesting. A large crowd should be
present to greet her
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12

One of the most enjoyable social
events of the season was held at tho
Bradley Opera House last night, when
Senator and Mrs. lie Roy Thatcher
entertained about one hundred of their
friends at dancing party. 1t was a
kind of farewell party as Mr.. and
Mrs. Thatcher have planned to make
their future home at Union. where Mr..
Thatcher is conducting extensive min.
ing operations. Punch was served dur.
ing the dance. and at midnight refresh.
ments were served on the stage. All
present enjoyed themselves to the full.
est extent Mr.. and Mrs. Thatcher
have made many warm friends in Elko
who keenly regret that they intend
leaving here.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
LON DUVAL PLEADS
GUILTY TO HORSE STEALING
ARRESTED MONDAY FOR COMPLETELY HORSE STEALING
CASE WITH SAM RAcHMAN, HE ENTERED GUILTY
YESTERDAY AFTERNOON SENTENCED THIS MORNING

ers returned to their auto and drove
away. Soon after the machine was
out of sight young boy approached
the house and when he entered he was
caught and prevented from giving an
alarm. Duval came up soon afterward
and was placed under arrest. Soon
after his arrest he confessed to the
stealing Of a brown horse, a sorreI
horse, a light brown horse, and gray
mare, the property of II. A. Agee Of
Glover Valley, which are said to have
been found in Bachman's possession
in Iowa, when the latter was arrested.
What effect the arrest and plea Of
guilty on the part OF Duval will have
on the case Of Bachman is yet to be
determined. 1t seems to bear out the
statements OF Bachman that he
bought the horses which he shipped.
but the other indictment, that of
driving horses out of the county with
out inspection, will probably in no way
be affected.
Both Bachman and Duval have been
residents of Ruby Valley for many
years. The former was indicted once
before on a similar case, but on his
trial was found not guilty. This is
the first time that the latter has fig.
ured in case of this nature.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
STEAMERS SUNK
ACCORDING TO WAR RULES
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LONDON, April 12.--It is reported
here this morning that d Berlin dis.
patch states that Germany has in
formed the United States that the
steamers Englishman, Eagle Point,
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
WONDERFUL PICTURE
FRIDAY NIGHT

According to those who have seen
the wonderful picture play. The Eter-
nal City," which will be produced at
the Bradley Opera House Friday
night, Elko picture lovers have a
splendid treat in store. Recently in
San Francisco this picture drew
packed houses for six weeks at fifty
cents seat, many going to see it two
and three times.
1t Is not religious story as the
name might imply. but 1t is one of
gorgeous settings and beautiful
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
j. 5. TROOPS
ENGAGE MEX|CANS
IN FIGHT WITH REAR GUARD OF
VILLAS ARMY AMERICANS KILL
THIRTY-Two MExIcANs AND
CAPTURE FORTY.
BY Pae. and intI News Service.

BY Pac. and lncl News service.
SAN ANTONIO, April 12.-It Ia
stated that Generals Brown and Dodd
who are In command OF the advance
troops in Mexico. are now in Durango.
General Funston this morning is for
warding nine cars of hay and oats to
Chihuahua over the Mexican Central
railroad. From Chihuahua the Ameri-
can Consul Letcher will forward the
supplies to the field headquarters.
Reports received here this morning
state that troops X. NJ and the Sew
enth cavalry killed 80 VillIstas and
captured 40 others yesterday. They
are now pursuing the scattered rem
nants. 1t is believed that these troops
were the rear guard of the main Villa
army.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12

w. o. Wore, who has been in Elko
for several days Strengthening out
matters concerning the Elko Soda
Works. is reported TO have sold his
business to VIM. Young this after
noon. For the money invested this is
one of the best paying properties in
Elko county, and as Mr.. Young is d
rustler, We predict for him splendid
success in his new venture.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
BRITISH REFUSE TO
RELEASE GERMANS
CLAIM THAT PASSENGERS ON
LINER CHI INA PLOTT ED
IN INDIA.
BY Pac. and Int'I News Service.

WASHINGTON, April H. Great
Britain refusing to release the SO Ger.
man passengers taken from the Liner
China on the high seas, claims that
they plotted against the British rule
in India. This reply from England
was published by Secretary Lansing
this morning.
1t is believed that another note will
be sent Great Britain demanding posi-.
tive proof that these Germans were
engaged In such plots and that If this
proof is not obtainable another de.
mand will be made for their imme.
diate release.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
MEXICAN CONSUL SAYS
VILLA IS SURROUNDED
cARRANZA AGENCY AT WASHING
THAT AMERICANS WILL SOON
CAPTURE BANDIT.
BY Pae. and IntI News Service.

WASHINGTON. April 12.-The Car
rama agency here claims to have ad-
vices to the effect that the American
and Carranza troops have Villa with
$50 followers surrounded and that his
capture or death Is now only a matter
of a day or two.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
THREE MORE VESSELS
SUNK BY GERMANS
BY Pae. and IntI Newa sery,.e.

LONDON. April 12.-The British
steamer Senator OF 3497 tons was sunk
by submarine this morning. The
crew escaped.
The Swedish steamer Murjek of
4124 tons register was sunk by a mine
and her crew was saved.
LONDON, April 1.-THE British
steamer Smeaton was sunk by a sub
marine this morning. The crew was
saved.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
MEX|CANS FIND
LARGE TREASURE
Three 10.Mule Teams Loaded with
Gold and Silver Enroute from
ParraI to Quaretara
BY Pac. and Int'I News Service.

Ell PASO, April 12.-Jaurez officials
stated this morning that Carranza
agents were enroute TO Quaretara with
gold, silver and paper money amount
ing anywhere from half to five nit
lion dollars. This treasure il is
claimed was found on the Lasnievas
ranch to the westward of Parral
where General Thomas Urbino had
buried it before he was killed by
Villa.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
GERMANS CAPTURE
GREEK FORTRESS
" Pac. and IntT News Service.

BY Pac. and intI News Service.
ATHENS, April 12.-The Germans
have opened an offensive on the bord-
er between Serbia and Greece, having
captured the fortified positions of De
Vetope from the Allies. 1t is believed
that this may pressage a general Of
fensive in this region.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
DUPONT POWDER
FACTORY WRECKED
THREE EXPLOSIONS IN VIRGINIA
PLANT WRECKS MANY HOUSES
AND TWO LOREN ARE
KILLED.
BY Pac. and Intl News Service.

NEMoURS, Va. April 12.-Three
explosions occureu in the Dupont
Powder Factory here this morning,
killing one OF the company's workman
and causing the collapse of several
houses n the vicinity, in which two
children were killed and many other
Of the residents were injured.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
GERMANS HELD At
CA|LLETTE WOOD
FRENCH WAR OFFICE CLAIMS
THAT THE GERMANS HAVE
LOST THIRTY THOUSAND MEN
SINCE SUNDAY.
BY Pac. and Int'I News Service.


PARIS. April 1.-THE French war
office communique this morning says ::
"A division of the Brandenburgers
assaulting the Caillette Wood along a
two-mile front, after deluge of liquid
fire, were repulsed at all points eX.
cept near the center of the attacking
line where they gained some trenches.
Our counter attacks later expelled
them from these trenches.
The Germans are continuously
bombarding the Douaumont-Vaux front
with their heavy artillery
- 1T is estimated that the Germans
have lost 10000 men since last Sun
day"
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
RICHARD HARDING
DAVIS IS DEAD
PToMAINE POISONING CAUSES
DEATH OF FAMOUS WRITER
AT HIS HOME IN MOUNT KIsco,
NEW YORK.
BY Pac. and IntI News Service.

MOUNT KISCO, New York. April
12.-Richard Harding Davis, the fam
Gus author and war correspondent,
died at his home here last night at
$3.50 o'clock. Mr.. Davis had been i'll
for about TWO weeks with ptomaine
poisoning which affected his heart and
caused his death. His death was kept
secret until this morning
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
TURKS DEFEAT
BRITISH At PELSH|E
English Lose 5000 in Another Attempt
to Relieve Townsend at
kut FL Amara.
Ey Pac. and IntI News Service.

Ey rae. ana IntI news service.
CONSTANTTNOPLE, April 12.-It
was officially announced here this
morning that another attempt by the
British to break through the Turkish
lines to relieve General Town3hcnd's
belcasured garrison at Kut el Amara
has failed. The British lost 5000 men
i'll this last attempt.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12

Special feature film at the Bradley
tonight, "The Dictator" picturiza.
tion nf Richard Harding Davis story.
also a Keystone comedy.-Adv.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12

Manchester, Engineer and Berwindale
were sunk by her submarines accord
ing to the rules OF war.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
SUNSET SERVICE THE BEST

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PENSES. WE CUT PRICES
EVERY DAY. YOU THE HIGHEST GRADE GROCERIES
AND SAVE FROM TEN TO THIRTY NOW
HERE ARE A FEW ITEMS AT OUR REGULAR PRICES:
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-04-12
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1t is TO be produced under the aus.
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prices of 10c and Csc
The American Jewish world., 1916-03-17
BIGOTRY, INTOLERANCE,
AND INNER STRIFE.

AS if the troubles that were gath
ering from all sides to plunge the
House of Jacob in darkness and de-
spair were not enough, inner strife
and dissension, resulting from mar
rowness and intolerance, were add
ing to the heaped up measure Of
woes. The acrimonious controversy
between Maimunists and anti-Mai-
munists had gradually subsidized,
when new contention broke out be-
tween elements similar to those that
were parties to the other conflict.
1t had it's origin, too, in that region
where the other struggle had been
most southern France Cul
turally southern France, the Prov
ence. was closely related to Spain.
Politically, too, it was in a measure
linked to it, for part of that region
belonged at this time to the domain
of the kings of Aragon. The works
of Maimonides had worked as a
leaven among the people of the
Provence, had numerous ardent fol-
lowers there, men devoted to scien-
tific pursuits and rational tn linking.
But as it often happens, there were
extremists who in their devotion to
secular knowledge became lax in
their religious duties, nay rational
lied the religious doctrine Of Juda
ism to such an extent that the pious
and thoughtful became truly alarm
ed. They, too, had their extremists,
rabbis and laymen fired by fanatic
zeal for the Torah, the heritage OF
Israel And so the conflict arose.
1t was a struggle between fanatics
and obscurantists on the one hand
and extreme liberals on the other.
The zealots, offended at some OF
the vagaries of the friends of scie1
tific knowledge, were determined to
stop the pursuit of science among
Jews altogether. Let the Jew de-
vote himself to the study of the
Bible and the Talmud only, was
their contention. There was mental
culture enough for him in that. The
Jewish youth, at any rate, should
be prevented from browsing in
strange fields, they resolved. There
would be no harm if a man began
to acquire a smattering of secular
knowledge after the age Of thirty
His religious convictions would
then be firm, and could not be dis
turbed.
TO attain thir aim they resorted
to the weapon that was being WELD
The American Jewish world., 1916-03-17
Marcel, II, 1916.

eHllllC pursuits DIS u IdDDllllC lCetl II
ing, and even bestowing upon the
former greater favor and love. In
him, therefore, the obscurantists
of southern France and Spain found
their most powerful supporter. With
his name attached to the edict OF
excommunication it became for
midable weapon to strike terror to
the hearts of the liberals. But the lat
ter were not idle, either, and hav
ing on their side some Of the best
minds, men of learning, culture, and
influence, they countered ban with
ban. Thus the two camps were ar
rayed against each other, and fought
bitterly.
While Asheri's merit as an eru-
dite talmudic scholar, and jealous
cultivator of rabbinic law, to the
further development of which he
made important contributions, is
very great, on the whole his influ-
ence was far from beneficial in
Spain. 1t contributed to the spread
of fanaticism and intellectual dark
ness, and that, too, at time when
the hostile forces from without were
girding with ever greater deter
mination to destroy 1sraePs soul.
Intolerance of the slightest devia
ton from the Jewish law, and ex-
treme harshness in it's administra-
ton grew apace.
During the regency in CASTLE of
Don Juan Emanuel (1319-1325) two
incidents happened which, though
of little significance in themselves,
showed the temper of the leaders
of the people and the tendency and
the spirit of the time. Don Juan
Emanuel had an intimate friend in
one of the leaders of the Jewish
community of Cordova, Jehuda ben
Isaac Ibn Wakar. At his solicita-
ton, the regent, man of enlight-
ened and progressive views for his
time, and somewhat kindly disposed
toward the Jews, restored penal
jurisdiction to the rabbis within
their own communities, a power
which had partly been taken away
from them during the preceding
regency of Maria de Molina. Ibn
Wakar, man of extreme piety of
the Asheri type, was determined
that the rabbis should use their
power with the utmost rigor, and
that Jewish offenders should be
punished with unyielding severity
A man guilty of blasphemy was
sentenced by Asheri to have his
tongue cut out, and a beautiful