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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1902
Page
8
In a Tuesday issue from February 18, 1902, Speaker Henderson is portrayed as resisting Roosevelt’s orders, while Gov. Taft is praised by the administration. The piece notes tension among Roosevelt allies over aiding Holland in ending the Boer War, implying suspected bias and political maneuvering.
The Dowager Empress appears in tears in a newly staged role. Her specialty has long been causing others to cry, and critics note the contrast in her current performance.
The St. Louis case indicts municipal officials amid a looming world’s fair and renewed debates over Cause-street railway franchises, signaling ongoing corruption probes and big city growth plans.
The Georgia gubernatorial contest narrows as Hon J P Brown State Railroad Commissioner withdraws. Democratic nomination now effectively becomes the election, reshaping the race and party dynamics in the state.
The House Ways and Means Committee lags behind Democratic stance on repealing war taxes. After a year, Republicans now frame the repeal bill as a party measure amid intra party debate and criticism.
The statement argues President Roosevelt has already curtailed constitutional rights for government workers and could extend such measures to private citizens at any time, warning of expanding government overreach.
Republicans threaten to oppose the war tax repeal, stating they will block the measure. The action could shift power, potentially electing a Democratic majority in the next House.
The trial of the Cuban postal thieves moves at a sluggish pace, mirroring delays in bringing them to court.
A remark highlights Senator Tillman’s continued power to provoke the senate’s factions, likening his influence to arousing the animal chorus within the upper house. The quip underscores his enduring persuasive reach over colleagues.
Ex secretary Gage is lampooned for declining salaries advertised by saffron tinted newspapers offering about $100,000. The remark suggests envy of such high pay, touching on media hype and controversy surrounding government pay scales.
Mr Shaw assumes control of the Treasury Department without incident. How he will manage the Treasury remains to be seen, as officials monitor the transition and potential policy directions.
Washington correspondents note Joe Manley as a strong possibility for Secretary of Commerce and Labor, with some sources citing him as a preferred choice while others differ from President Roosevelt’s circle.
Senator Morgan criticizes the Panama Canal Company proposal charging it cannot deliver laborers or merchants for promised goods. He argues the Roosevelt plan lacks feasibility and would not meet demand. The Commerce and Labor Secretary comments on whether the purchase is desirable.
President Roosevelt declares himself one of the cattlemen in a bid to win their backing, presenting a bold alignment with ranchers and ranch life to bolster political support.
Commentary faults Secretary Hay for praising the Pan American conference and Mexico's government, arguing the event merely produced wrangling. The writer insists newspapers already reported the conference, suggesting the public deserves clearer facts on its supposed success.
Republican members of the Senate Philippine committee push for a sharp, theatrical inquiry while Democratic members demand the addition of concrete facts when opportunity arises. The exchange signals partisan tension over how the investigation should be framed.
Democrats rally around a proposed salary increase of 2,500 dollars annually for senators and representatives, urging Republicans to back the plan and frame the vote as a test of fiscal policy and governance.
The season centers on Schley ovations while Mr Long seems unaware of their prominence. The remark hints at private fanfare around the team or event, contrasting public attention with Mr Long’s apparent unfamiliarity.
A London Saturday Review contributor derisively refers to Senator Teller as "Mr. Senator Tell, of the U. S. house of elected lords," illustrating continuing ignorance of American political structure among some English writers.
The text notes that travelers returning from Europe faced insults under current rules, with a petition sent to Mr. Roosevelt seeking changes. It alleges the system fosters falsehood among travelers or bribery of U.S. officials, and mentions many prominent ladies.
Our republican friends should not rejoice at Schley's claim to refuse civil office. He has never ignored duty and it may become his imperative duty to hold a high civil role.
The article notes a starkly chilly response to the Prince of Wales in Germany, contrasting with the reception his cousin receives in the empire and the warm preparation planned for Prince Henry in this republic, suggesting a broader diplomatic lesson.
The peoples of this country would like nothing better than to see the threatened fight to finish between Pierpont Morgan's coal trust and the railroads.
Sam Parker will succeed William F. Frye as Hawaii governor as he carries on after ex Governor Doles. Parker served as Liliuokalani’s prime minister during her deposition, and the former queen reportedly spent the winter in Washington.
The article notes a Berlin headline about Schwab calling him a lion, while contrasting his home image as a different creature. Democratic House members resisted aiding a Republican majority, and Polish Americans in Chicago organized indignation meetings over Germany’s treatment of natives in Prussian Poland.
China still has funds to hire prominent men to lobby against China exclusion in Washington, but the money is wasted. Congress may do many foolish things, yet this is one action it should not take.
In a local note, men near Wellesley are urged to retreat to the woods on May first for a scheduled debate between Vassar and Wellesley students. A separate item mentions Philadelphia clubs and a group of eight censoring club dress at a dance, claiming ample experience to last them a year.
The remark questions how the United States will meet the promised payment of five million dollars for the Danish West Indies. It asks whether the nation already has more islands than it knows what to do with, implying skepticism about the acquisition and cost.
Secretary Root says he would have stopped the use of government transports if army officers had not strongly urged keeping them. He notes free transportation for families and friends did not influence these officers.
A Senate bill introduced by Senator Dubois seeks to authorize the War Secretary to condemn two Krupp field guns won by Idaho volunteers at the battle of Santa Ana in 1899 and deliver them to Idaho for mounting at the state capital. The measure bears no cost to the United States.
The article notes that Teddyizing the Cabinet appears temporarily suspended but expected to resume at an early date, with no further details on officials or actions.
The Panama lobby appears set to press its London agenda following its temporary triumph in Washington. Supporters view the Washington momentum as a opening to broaden influence and secure favorable terms abroad.
Mr. Sid Roberts, a Challis road viewer, returned from a six day round trip to the new Eldorado via Singiser and Morgan creek pass. He found little snow, a good wagon road grade, and Thunder mountain 65 miles from Challis. He carried rich gold samples claiming Rainbow claim yields 16,000 per ton and Dewey group 1.50 per pound.
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