24 Jul 1906
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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1906
Page
1
In Challis and surrounding Idaho areas, the town records a lively mix of local gossip and political chatter. Mentions cover a postponed dance, mining precincts, and a passel of candidates for district judge while urging farm ownership. Population updates include arrivals, visits, and business ventures in Stanley and Blackfoot.
Jacob H Stratton an old pioneer of the Salmon River country died suddenly in Bonanza Idaho on July 11 due to pneumonia and was buried July 12. He served as artilleryman under General Lee in the Confederate army and endured severe battle injuries. A noted scout and messenger for posts during the Union Pacific Railway era he also worked with Capt Jim Bridger. Known as Uncle Jake he was born in Virginia and valued as a generous brave Southerner and pioneer. He left a son a physician in Pennsylvania and had recently prospected in Deadwood Basin before a rainstorm caused pleurisy and pneumonia.
Trust magnate Schwab faces reconsideration of his Nevada Senate bid after a heavy Monte Carlo gambling loss. The event raises questions about his political plans and financial stamina as the candidate weighs continuing pursuit of the Senate seat.
Ranch for sale by Funkhouser Idaho describing a four mile Challis Creek property with safeon Py, splendid ditches, armgod hr ch ihe and other Safi vements, fertile soil and a good fruit orchard. The seller cites age as reason and notes it may be sold with or without stock. For particulars write Funkhouser Idaho.
The treasurer of Custer County issues a public notice declaring interest accrual and a 60 day window for rate verification and related financial actions. Residents are advised to review accounts and contact the treasurer's office for details and deadlines.
The price schedule for patenting mining claims has been reduced about 25 percent. Washington notified Boise that from July 15 prices drop for lode placer and millsite surveys and related actions, with new rates for placer $80 lode $225 millsite $25 and related charges.
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