Plain Talk to Workingmen in Idaho on Labor and Politics
A laboring man in Idaho argues the 1890s depression left workers idle and hungry while cities like Boise and Lewiston suffered. He contrasts harsh pre revival wages with today’s higher pay under Republican policy, blaming Democratic leadership for hard times and praising Republican gains for job opportunities and stability.
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Idaho
Groy- Cleveland
Boise
Pocatello
Lewiston
R. Anderson
Ange
H & General
Grover Cleveland
Ndt
Cuba
Orkingmen
United States
Lne
Idaho Democrats Attack State Land Board in Pocatello Address
Boise special charges at Pocatello that land board sales under Republican rule harmed Idaho. It argues timber sales undervalued, cites specific lots and prices, and claims millions lost. asserts Democratic critique targets past operations and Senator Dubois's influence shaping nominations.
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Boise
Ida
Pocatello
State Land Board
Union of States
Willey
Idaho
McConnell
United States
Lewiston
Coeur d'Alene City
Democratic Economy and Idaho Tax Claims Scrutinized
Idaho readers are shown how tax levies and valuations shifted from 1895 to 1902, arguing Democratic claims of reduced state taxation are misleading. The piece accuses the party of jugglery while noting population and property value growth justify higher absolute levies despite lower percentages.
Disputed Travel Funds Across Governors Face Scrutiny
The document argues Governor Hunt misused traveling funds with illegal expenditures. It contrasts Hunt with McConnell, noting alleged $6000 versus $660 spending and claims the Democratic charges echo prior partisan tactics. Evidence cited includes records from the state house and a board of examiners.
Discrepancy on State Funds in Governor Hunt Travel
The Idaho Statesman reports that Governor Hunt drew $300 from the visiting state institutions appropriation for a Buffalo trip, though the fund was limited to in state expenses. He later sought $200 more from the Buffalo exposition fund, prompting criticism of Democratic handling of funds.
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McConnell
Hunt
Buffalo
Idaho Statesman
Smoothly Running Idaho Politics Drama
Idaho electors show reluctance to retire Democrats as state politics pulse with brigade of scandals and power plays. Kensler case penitentiary issues dominate headlines while Attorney General Martin clashes with Governor Hunt. Hawley Heitfeld alignments, Elmore faction battles, and old-line Democrats swing toward Republicans in a tense, fluid political landscape.
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Idaho
Caldwell Chronicle
Kensler
Martin
Governor Hunt
Hunt
Hawley
Heitfeld
Elmore
Republican Victory Foretold in Idaho Governor Race
The Idaho Democracy’s renomination of Governor Hunt strengthens a Republican win this fall. The piece notes Hunt's ties with the Corcoran gang and argues voters will turn to Hon. John T. Morrison, a respected Northwest figure, hoping for decisive pardons to aid election prospects.
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Hunt
Idaho
Paul Corcoran
Northwest
John T. Morrison
Teton Peak
Result of Convention Shapes Idaho Political Future
The Nampa Leader reports the Democratic governor nomination at Pocatello was influenced by Senators Heitfeld and Dubois, perceived by many Democrats as harmful to victory. It notes discontent with Governor Hunton's renomination and asserts the paper's own party principles guided its stance, reserving judgment until November.
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Idaho
Dubois
Democratic Party of
Joseph Hutchinson
Congress
C. J. Bassett
Pocatello
John Callahan
Kootenal
Jena
Owyhee
Ballard
Coltman
Bingham
Senator Dubois
Culver
Bassett
Hunt
Frank E. Fogg
Martin
W. H.watt
Nordquist
Providence
Mr. Adams
Miss French
P. Donnelly
Idaho Democracy
Pocatello ‘Tribune
Heitfeld
United States
Hunton
Nampa
Dem
Open Letter from James A. McGee on Party Change
Nampa Ida Sept 14 1902 James A McGee explains leaving the Democratic party for the Republicans praising their work restoring confidence protecting national honor and boosting business He recalls hard days under the last Democratic administration and says many Democrats remain but supports the party that saved the country from disaster
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Nampa
Ida
John Lamb
Silver City
Lamb
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Mfe
Local History Note From Ragged Typos Assembly
Fragmentary text reflects a late era effort in Baggam to organize the Teche Dees. The readable words indicate a patriotic stance after years of errors, suggesting a political or social group meeting to address community concerns.
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B&agham
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