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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1902
Page
8
The Messenger notes Chauncey Depew’s anti reelection stance with sour tone and questions the victory of the bloody shirt. It asks readers if they supported the $70,000,000 River and Harbor bill and its local benefits while criticizing Jon Blackbors over corporate friction. Taft cites Col. Gardner as trusted until Philippine misdeeds are exposed.
The North Atlantic squadron arrived at the Danish West Indies ahead of the Danish ratification treaty for selling the islands to the United States.
A concise report notes rising disturbances in Belgium as civil tensions intensify. Commentary suggests major institutions, like the New York Central Railroad, may view a United States senator as less essential to their business strategy, reflecting broader economic and political currents.
A quirky foreign politics note describes China’s rebels possibly controlling news or clashing with government troops. It suggests inviting a Bulgarian brigand commander to present his side. The column also mentions Eugene Ware, newly named Commissioner of Pensions and former poker player who briefly won a congressional seat in a freeze-out game.
The article asserts that deeper involvement in Philippine affairs worsens conditions and amplifies Filipino anger toward American troops, highlighting growing resentment tied to military actions and governance.
The country’s railway systems are gradually merging into trusts, a development seen as likely to compel higher charges on the public as consolidation proceeds.
Congressman Dickinson voices shift on Philippine question and opposes sedition law revival. He warns the public that vast power of the Beef Trust exceeds Congress and calls for action on a House investigation to reveal the true story.
Pines elevates Filipino status higher than many Republicans, shaping his views on race. His opportunities to know Filipinos are among the best, comparable to any other man’s.
United States Land Office Hatley Idaho March 25 1902 notice that William J Projorm has applied for a US patent for the Democrat lode mining claim in Bayhorse Mining District Custer County Idaho. Claim covers 8.06 acres with described boundaries and is filed with Challis County Recorder. Advertising sixty day period for adverse claims. Sharp Register. Pirot publication April 1 1902. Texas Angel Attorney for Applicant.
Governor Taft defends the use of sedition laws to arrest Philippine editors. Critics say the governor is largely responsible for the harsh statutes underpinning the actions and policy debates continue over civil liberties and press freedom.
Civil officials in the Philippines reported to be suppressed by the War Department after their accounts contradicted the department’s public statements. The incident highlights tensions between civil authorities and military oversight during the period.
The note ponders the cost to bucket shop operators of repealing a prohibitive tax and questions how much money will be donated to the Republican Congressional Campaign Committee. The remark suggests political funding tied to fiscal changes.
The Civil Service Commission pursues actions in Washington over posts in Chicago. Distance affects inquiries as a Congressional committee questions the Captain Christmas bribery case, with potential losses for commissioners and officials like Postmaster General Payne and Abner McKinley.
The passage questions why Mr Roosevelt resists State control of irrigation canals arguing he is a strong anti States rights advocate and suggests the stance may be shaped by Republican power dynamics under Federal oversight.
In the Kentucky mountains of Pike county the Hatfields clash with revenue officers, leaving two dead on each side after the latest engagement. The ongoing hostilities reflect a cycle of retaliation in the region.
Hanna again denies any presidential bid, insisting he is not a candidate and calling himself an amateur akin to Teddy who would acknowledge candidacy so early.
The President altered plans to remove Terry Powderly after learning he still wields influence. He announced an intention to assign him “something just as good” as the current position, signaling a preserved or equivalent role.
General Funston is urged to remember that not all army officers or newspapers exhibit courage or integrity. The remark notes dangers of yellow journalism and questions leadership by drawing a contrast with disciplined officers. The piece emphasizes vigilance in press and military conduct.
The Attorney General was asked to render an opinion on whether club women can constitutionally discriminate by color. The writer argues that clubs are private, and members could discriminate for any reason, even with no reason but personal prejudice.
A Lexington grand jury accuses Gen. MacArthur of supporting debenture companies under a republican policy in the Philip element and notes various frauds and related misconduct.
Administratrix and heirs of Michael Spohn and Robert Shilling warned of mineral claim forfeiture. Expenditures listed: $500 on VANETY claim 1597 1h 1609 1000, $100 to hold claim, total $107.50 due to co owners. one half of notice cost $7.54. Shilling’s share listed at $87.50 total. Claims located in Sea Foam Mining District, Custer County, Idaho. Publication dated March 26 with first notice April 1, 1909.
John Dudley gives notice to the administrator and all heirs of John W Garratt that he has spent 300 on labor and improvements for several lode mining claims in Yankee Work Mining District Custer County Idaho for 1901 to retain the claims under the Revised Statutes. The 150 due from each co owner is due within ninety days of publication. Failure to pay 431.00 plus recording and publication costs will render the co owners interest to the subscriber under law.
Notice from George M. Smith in Branley Mining District Custer County Edsho that he has spent funds on the Lucky Strike No 1 No 2 and Greenhorn lode mining claims to hold them under Revised Statutes for the years ending December 1901 If the owner fails within ninety days after full publication to contribute their share and costs the owner’s interest will vest in the subscriber under Section Uma George M Smith Dated Stawey Idaho June 1905 First pub June 1905
The Salt Lake Tribune announces the Inter-Mountain Farmer and Ranchman publication. Aimed at farmers and ranchmen across the arid region, it promises new features this spring and summer, with annual rates of one dollar, or one fifty if combined with The Weekly Salt Lake Tribune.
The Salt Lake Tribune advertises its daily and weekly papers The Tribune and The Weekly Tribune as strong sources of news during the campaign year. It also touts The Inter Mountain Partner and Ranchman published by the same company as valuable aid to stormers and ranchers.
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