Widespread Prairie Prosperity In Central Canada
An article notes rising land values from free homesteads to 12 per acre as settlers gain wheat yields of 40 to 60 bushels per acre. It highlights railway expansion, new towns, churches, and farms fueling growth. The piece urges readers to contact government officials for homestead opportunities in Central Canada and hints at Canada becoming a major wheat exporter alongside the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrebind Cropa
Mog Bashein
Avner
Central
Canada
United States
Challis Local News Items Reflect Spring Rise and Hopes
Local notes from Challis Idaho recall warmer weather, rail and mail delays, new hires at the land office, and community events including the Rebekahs mask ball on February 22. Snow and ice hamper travel while mining, ranching, and irrigation plans unfold. Idaho mineral output climbs to 15 million dollars in 1909.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Nickles
Zeigler
Sunbeam
Rebekahs
Challis
Myrtle Morrison
Idaho
Call of Home and Local News From Challis Idaho 1890
An 1890 Challis Idaho column notes visitors and residents, including Chas Waller and C P Frost, with updates on Ch arles Jordan and Thomas Turner. A Chinatown gambling house burned at 4 am, with minimal damage. Obituaries for Ella Penwell and L H Johnston reflect Challis life, church ties, marriage, and funeral details. Hank Poppy and Drumiler appearances are noted, plus a fatal snow slide involving Joe and Mrs Stolle. The piece closes with snow depth rising to 12 inches and implications for the valley community.
Notice for Publication and Probate Hearings in Idaho and Montana
Public land notice from Hailey Idaho dated December 1 1909 requests protest affidavits by March 19 1910 for mineral land in Section 1 Township 41 North Range 2 East B M Idaho. Also in Custer Idaho Probate Court schedules final account and distribution hearing for Margaret Dunn estate with Executor Edward A McDonald on February 28 1910 at 11 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Land Office
Hailey
Idaho
Deering
Helena
Montana
B. M
McMailon
Register
Y Gad
Custer County
Margaret Dunn
Edward A. McDonald
J. C. Finnell
Ks-Omeio
The New Railroad In Boise Canyon Plan
The Boise Butte Railway incorporation aims to block Oregon Short Line access through Boise canyon. Gilmore & Pittaburg filed surveys with state and land offices matching the Boise Butte route. Local corporation seeks to start construction to claim the city right of way valued at hundreds of thousands of dollars. John M. Haines appears as incorporator. he notes eastern and local interests in statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boise Butte Railway Company
Gilmore & Pittaburg
Oregon
Boise Canyon
Secretary of State
Boise- Butte Company
John M. Haines
Idaho route plans link Boise Butte to Gilmore surveys
English capitalists push a Boise Butte road proposal tying into Pittsburg Gilmore plans. Stakes mark surveys from Arco to Boise and Salmon to Stanley, with routes near Deadwood and Emmett. Oregon Short Line also eyeing Boise crossing and rail access through the valley.
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Boise Butte Company
Pittaburg & Gilmore
Boise-Butte
Baain
Barber Lumber Company
Pittsburg ‘Gilmore Survey
Boise Canyon
Oregon
Short Line
Lincoln
Elmore
Ada
Canyon
Idaho
Milla
Boise Valley
Boise Butte
Pittsburg & Gilmore
Salmon Country
Boise
Arco
Hailey
Salmon City
Salmon River
Custer
Stanley
Custer County
Payette
Deadwood
Grimes Pass
Grimes Creek
Moore’s Creek
Boise River
Horseshoe Bend
Emmett
Idaho Northern
Smith’s Ferry
Boise Statesman
Challis Forest Seeks 1910 Grazing Permit Applications
Notice directs that all applications for grazing permits in the Challis National Forest for the 1910 season must use official forms supplied by the Challis office. Superseded by supervisor David Lang.
Applications for Grazing Permits in Lemhi District
Notice that all applications for grazing cattle, press and animals within the Lemhi National Forest District must be filed at Mackay Idaho on or before February 15. Names to be checked and logging of applications provided upon request. Supervisor CL Auddle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mackay
Idaho
Lion
Jean
Gale of Astray Auction Notice at Challis Idaho
The following described stray will be sold at public auction for cash to the highest bidder at Thea W Chivers reach in Chal Ma Idaho on Saturday the 10th day of brary 1910. One 3 year old roan steer with crop right ear and split left ear. Taken up by Jas W. Plenniken Constable Challis Precinct. First publication January 25 1910.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. & Plenniken
Constable
Challis
Firat Pub
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Toumaket & Jeweler
Iy Ensrantees
Ipano
Caraba
B. Vandervort
Pact
Savana
Nestic Cigars
Presley Horn
The
Hurley
Chal Jlis
Pahsamaroi Valley
Will Leaton
Yankee Fork
Lou Mowers
Henry Gerish
Texas
Fort Worth
Mac Black
Salt Lake
Mac
Jim
Hill
Senator Clark
Washington
William Buster
Buster
J. F. Short
Challis Cigar Factory
Mr. Vanderwort
Supt. Hutchinson
Valley Creek Mining Company
Mrs. Johnston
L. H. Johnston
Joe Hill
Challis Creek
Pabgatnard
Southeastern Press Association
Serena
Liute Wren
Old Sante
Telndeer
Team
Commaunicat
Silver Messenger
Chas. Waller
Chas
Jordan
C. P. Frost
Thomas Turner
Challis Meat Market
Geo. McGowan
Chinatown
Ella
Charles 8. Penwell
Pottsdam
N. Y
Charles B. Willis
Land
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Barnett
Boise City
David Doud
Mountain Gem
Mount and Glen
Hank Poppy
Clayton
Co. R. Drumiler
Los Angles
Joe Stolle
Beardsley Gaolch
W. Meitzier & Co
Kemon, Idaro
iIn
Merv
the New Railroad
Irene
J. L. Ebberts
Main Street
Challis National Forest
David Lalng
Supersiaor
Appuostians
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