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Newspaper

The Silver Messenger

Location

Challis, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1904

Page

8

Price Shifts Seen in Government Life Costs

Government reports show most life's necessities price changes. Beef mutton lard butter wheat corn oats sugar up yet pig iron leather copper tin spelter and hair cloth down. Workingmen adjust by using cheaper materials while rent rises but luxury items remain unaffordable.

Fearful talk on Roosevelt 1908 plans unsettles politicians

The fear that Mr. Roosevelt is planning for 1908 unsettles politicians who fear he will seek the presidency as long as he can. Strong figures worry about his sustained ambition and influence in politics.

Republicans appalled by lack of enthusiasm at Chicago convention

Republicans express shock over the absence of voter energy at the Chicago gathering. Wisconsin is virtually conceded to Democrats, while Illinois and Indiana are viewed as doubtful battlegrounds for the party.

Chicago Wisconsin Ilinois Indiana

Perdicaris Thoughts Echo Sage’s Caution on Putins and Plundering

An odd reflection notes Perdicaris resembles Russell Sage in outlook, arguing harmony would persist if people avoided taking any putings. The remark hints at restraint over greed and power, framed as a social maxim.

Perdicaris Russell Sage

Beef prices cited by U S animal bureau chief

TD. E. Salmon of the Bureau of Animal Industry explains beef costs rise because sellers charge more. He notes the government has four great herds ready to illustrate economic questions as examples.

TD. E. Salmon Bureau of Animal Industry United States Agricultural Department Uncle Sam

Whtterson Seeks Immediate European Trip After Election

Whtterson announces plans to travel to Europe immediately after the election with supporters ready to fund the trip. fellow donors express willingness to contribute sufficient funds to enable the visit at once.

Whtterson Europe

Miner Strike Estimated Cost to Colorado Reaches 82 Million

The miner's strike is estimated to have cost Colorado 82 million dollars. There are other items of expense which cannot be stated in financial terms.

Colorado

Boundary Award Divides British Guiana Between Britain and Brazil

King Victor Emmanuel of Italy presided over a frontier settlement that split British Guiana into roughly 100 miles for Britain and 100 miles for Brazil. The award left portions of the country under both powers, with Britain not absorbing the entire territory.

Victor Emanuel Italy British Guiana Great Britain Brazil England

Immigration flood hits New York as Europeans arrive daily

Immigration surges in New York with Europeans arriving at about LA00 daily. Many are described as miserably poor and in need of aid, highlighting a humanitarian strain and policy concerns for the city.

New York

Secretarylyft Reply to Independence Committee Foreshadows Philippine Policy

The secretarylyft voice notes the President moving toward partial Philippine independence after term end, aiming to absolve obligations tied to the late President's policy. The text questions McKinley’s standing and hints at campaign dynamics, salaries, and political expectations shaping party strategy.

Secretarylyft Philippine Independence Committee Boston Philippines Cuba McKinley

Echoes of Truth And The Power To Shout

The passage argues that echoes vary with landscape yet reflect our testimony to truth. Each listener’s reception differs, but genuine truth resonates if voiced clearly. We cannot control others reaction, only the effort to shout our message with purity and conviction. Echoes come back modified by the listener.

Embrace Mistakes as Path to Wisdom and Hope

A reflection urges forgiving past errors and pressing forward with dignity. It argues that mistakes fuel progress, offering moral growth, resilience, and wisdom. Though loss of limbs may occur, character can yield goodness from evil, sustaining hope for a better present and future.

Challis Fairhmess

The Vacation Spirit as a Path to Deeper Work

The passage argues that long hours spent studying God’s world and true enjoyment of rest reflect virtue. A sincere approach to vacations broadens the mind beyond money or career goals, lifting leisure into moral growth and better work afterward.

Administration alleges clerks manipulated data to boost wage claims

The text accuses clerks in two departments of twisting figures to claim wages rose faster than clothing, provisions, and rent costs. It says the clerks’ salaries will not be paid from the Republican campaign fund.

Republican Campaign

Sports clash leaves Dick Yates wary in Illinois mix up

It is reported that Dick Yates regrets locking horns with Billy Mason in the Illinois mix up. Perhaps he expected help as the succor state weights in on the dispute.

Dick Yates Billy Mason Illinois

Strong Democratic Ticket Proposed by Ex Senator Butler

Ex Senator Marion Butler of North Carolina says the strongest ticket Democrats could nominate would pair Senator Teller of Colorado with Bird v. Coler of New York. He argues the combination would bring vigorous elements to the ticket.

Marion Butler North Carolina Senator Teller Colorado Bird v. Coler New York

Roosevelt Victory Seen as World Peace Key, Says Macfarland

Commissioner Macfarland told the Lake Mohonk conference that world peace hinges on Roosevelt’s re election. He lauded the president as the nation’s steady leader and noted his own gratitude for being appointed to office by his master.

Lake Mohonk Macfarland District of Columbia Roosevelt

Secretary Shaw Promise to Surplus Vanishes in June Deficit

The article notes a shift from a $14,000,000 surplus to an $52,000,000 deficit for June 80 as government receipts shrink and citizen expenses rise. It accuses Roosevelt of spending a thousand million dollars more than the prior Democratic administration, while arguing the people seem to approve.

Shaw Roosevelt

Inter Ocean Commentary on Cabinet Misfiring in the West

The Chicago Inter Ocean sharply says the President should keep Moody Shaw Hitchcock and Payne at home when appealing to the west as their presence could do harm rather than aid.

Chicago Inter Ocean (Administration Moody Shaw Hitchcock Payne West

Senator Lodge Faces Challenge From Massachusetts Business Men

Senator Lodge opposes reciprocal trade with Canada and is deemed out of touch by Massachusetts business leaders who are already seeking his successor. If he abandons his principles his political position may suffer further.

Lodge Canada Massachusetts

Filipino Visitors Recall Water Given by American Tourists

After drinking champagne and the lanterna of the administration the Filipino visitors nearly forget how the water tasted which was served to them in large doses by American tourists in the Philippines as part of a controversial ordeal.

Philippines

Senator Lodge Defends Reciproc ity as Insult to Administration

Senator Lodge brands reciprocity as an insult to the administration and jokes about seeking a place in the new dictionary. The remark signals his frustration with current policy and hints at a light parliamentary aside.

Lodge

Depew Questions Prosperity Diagnosis After Prospect Boom

Senator Depew warns that the nation rests after a period of wild promotion and speculation. He questions whether this state is truly prosperity or a euphoric, excessive boom.

Depew Dr. Depew

Challis Celebrate 4th and 5th with Liberty Car Parade

Challis plans grand July 4 celebration with committees for salutes, decorations, dances, and children's Liberty Car, followed by sunrise salute, parade, and afternoon sports. Races include boys and girls events, foot races, and horse contests with prizes up to 70 dollars.

Challis F. Hant F. A. Reed John P. Spalding Wm. Buster W. W. Adamson W. J. Bowen Pearl McGowan Gertrude McKendrick J. P. Dougherty R. N. Hull H. C. McKendrick Harry Topping Liberty Car J. P. Spalding Chas. Frostmittee M. Sweet Geo. E. Keyes S.F. Hunt Wm. Elder George L. McGowan Geo EB. Keyes Aaron Richards I. C. C. F. Hall Reading Odd Fellows’ Hall

Yankees Mercenary Claim Echoed by Knox Career Move

Max ORell’s charge that Yankees are mercenary shines through as Philander Knox moves from an $8,000 cabinet post to a $5,000 senatorship. The piece questions Cortelyon’s potential reimbursement for sacrifice and hints at possible alternatives.

Max O’rell Philander Knox Cortelyon

Republicans Fear Prosperity Ends Before Campaign End

Republicans warn that the so called prosperity could unravel before the election cycle concludes, signaling concern that economic gains may not outlast the campaign period and affect voter sentiment.

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