Indian Case Ties Up Mining Property in Idaho
Indian Agent C T Stranahan returned from Montana and arrested Thom as Hudson on the Flathead Reservation for stealing horses from Tahbots and John Brown. Hudson waived examination and was bound over for trial next term. In federal suit the Newsome and Leggett Creeks Placer Mining Co faces rights violations on the forest reserve. Deputy Marshal Pinkbawm served papers, halting operations until an injunction hearing set for Moscow on July 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. T. Stranahan
Montana
Flathead
Thomas Hudson
Tahbots
John Brown
Hudson
Exewinnt
Tris
District
United States
Newsome and
Leggett Creeks Placer Mining Co
Forest Reserve
Pinkbawm
Moscow
Oregonian argues for O R and N line to Portland
The June 24 issue features maps and an article praising the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company route from Lewiston to Portland. It contrasts mileage and grades with the Northern Pacific, noting 355 miles to tide water versus 547 miles to Tacoma, and describing how the O R N route stays mostly downhill with fewer steep grades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregonian
Clearwater Basin
Lewiston
Idaho
Northern Pacific
Tide Water
Portland
Tacoma
P.alatch
Palouse
Palouse Crossing
Marshal Junction
Spokane
Pasco
Stampede Tunnel
Palouse Branch
Riparia
Snake River
Snake
Rail routes to tidewater for Clearwater country growth
The article discusses rail line choices for Lewiston and the Clearwater Basin, arguing that routes to tidewater via Portland offer lower costs and faster transit. It compares the Northern Pacific and the O R & N, noting traffic patterns, grades, and the need for an outlet that favors outward movement toward markets. The piece asserts Portland commerce would benefit from an O R and N connection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Tidewater
Lewiston
Clearwater Basin
Clearwater
Clearwater Valley
Tacoma
Portland
Clearwater Country
First Carload Arrives for Water Works Extension
The first carload of pipe for the water works extension has arrived and two more cars are due daily. Ditch work has begun and Mr. Kettencach of the water company predicts completion in two weeks. The project includes an 8000 foot 8 inch main from the reservoir to near the Jas. E. Babb residence with 7000 feet of four inch laterals, delivering direct pressure to the hill district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kettencach
Water Company
Jas. E. Babb
Hill District
Long Haul to Market Prominent Idaho Stockman Plans River Route
KE Clark of Goff Idaho a noted Little Salmon stockman visits Lewiston to market 24000 pounds of wool this season and plans to return with freight. He expects to double wool next year and backs boat transportation for the upper river to shorten supply runs from Snake river. Clark owns about soup sheep 250 cattle and 400 horses and spends about 250 monthly on supplies and freight. He notes current costs and seeks relief from high river transportation rates as Salmon river looks to an outlet via the proposed river route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KE. E. Clark
Goff
Idaho
Lewiston
Mr. Clark
Snake River
Salmon River
Rich Strike Hails From Pierce in Prospect of Riches
W S Wilkinson arrived in the city last evening traveling from Pierce to reach the lower country due to his wife’s sudden illness. Wilkinson’s son, a miner at Pierce, has made a sensational strike near Pierce. The claim borders the Ozark property and assays run into thousands of dollars per ton, with M C Murtaugh calling it the greatest strike in the Pierce district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Wilkinson
Pierce
Mr. Wilkinson
Ozark
M. C. Murtaugh
Build a Boat Build a Boat Local Capital Will Take Hold
Local capital readies to seize the enter prise in the Upper Snake region as construction and manufacturing plans accelerate. Officials say investment will spur jobs and growth, with new facilities and suppliers moving into the area.
Lewiston Plans Upper Snake River Trade Boat Line
Lewiston Commercial club backs a local project to build and operate a boat tying Lewiston to Pittsburg Landing. Henley Bros lead with 2000 funding, J D C Thiessen 1000, Ezra Baird and S S Rogers raise stock locally and regionally. The line would serve Salmon river country, Grand Ronde and mining districts, boosting transport to mines, quarries, and coal beds. The plan awaits capital and boat design finalization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewiston
Snake River
Pittsburg Landing
Commercial Club
Henley Bros
Ezra Baird
S. S. Rogers
Asotin
J. W. Henley
J. D. C. Thiessen
White Bird
Stites
Grangeville
Joseph Jena
Grand Ronde
Upper Snake
Lewiston Project Promises Commercial Growth
The report asserts strong confidence that the project will succeed and materially enhance Lewiston's resources to become a key commercial center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewiston
Resolutions Adopted by Idaho Sunday School Convention Lewiston
Resolutions from the Idaho State Sunday School Convention in Lewiston on June 21 to 23 urge field workers and a monthly publication to unite Idaho Sunday schools. They praise officials, recommend home departments, and thank leaders, Lewiston churches, and supporters for hospitality and aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Idaho
Lewiston
Commonwealth
International Executive Committee
Pacific Northwest
J. C. Black
D. W. Standrod
Home Department
H. E. Neal
Boise
R. H. Er
Kansas City
W. C. Merritt
Tacoma
Washington Sunday School Association
Merritt
Brotherer
Moscow
B.C. Cook
Galbraith
Aew Church
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Iter
Fletcher Hard
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O. A. Kjos
Lewiston’s
Hock
Favor O. R. &N. Co
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