When was it published?

February 2, 1873 in Pioche Daily Record

Domestic News February 2, 1873

Pioche Daily Record

Q: What keywords are associated?

Narrow Gauge Wager, Raymond & Ely, Bullionville, Ore Transport, Railroad Construction

Pioche, Lincoln County, Nevada

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What is this article about?

A $500 wager challenges whether a car-load of ore can be transported from the Raymond & Ely dump-pile to the mill in Bullionville via the new narrow-gauge railroad by the 7th of this month, sparking side bets. Construction has advanced rapidly despite material delays.

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NARROW-GAUGE WAGER.-A wager of $500 has been made that a car-load of ore cannot be taken from the Raymond & Ely dump-pile to the Raymond & Ely mill at Bullionville on or before the 7th of this month; and this principal bet has led to several little side wagers. Although the constructors have been greatly embarrassed in their operations by delay in the arrival of material, they have made wonderful progress, and are now pushing ahead with redoubled energy. If the man betting against the road wins, he will save himself on a very narrow margin.

What sub-type of article is it?

Infrastructure Transportation

What keywords are associated?

Narrow Gauge Wager Raymond & Ely Bullionville Ore Transport Railroad Construction

Where did it happen?

Bullionville

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Bullionville

Event Date

On Or Before The 7th Of This Month

Outcome

wager of $500 and several side wagers; potential narrow-margin win for bettor against the road

Event Details

A wager of $500 has been made that a car-load of ore cannot be taken from the Raymond & Ely dump-pile to the Raymond & Ely mill at Bullionville on or before the 7th of this month; this principal bet has led to several little side wagers. Constructors have been embarrassed by delays in material arrival but have made wonderful progress and are pushing ahead with redoubled energy.