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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1905
Page
5
A historical notice lists judges and officials for the Sixth Judicial District including James F Airshie J N Sullivan Charles Stockslager James M Brevens and others. It also enumerates court terms for Lemhi Bingham Fremont Counties with dates in March September April and October.
Regular Saturday night meetings at the Odd Fellows hall in Challis hosted by Silver Leaf Rebekah Lodge No 57. Maude Jose is N G Ruth Cameron is Secretary with visiting members in good standing welcome.
The article extols Custer County Idaho as a vast mining and farming region with 5000 residents and several towns Challis Mackay Houston Bayhorse Clayton Bonanza Custer Stanley and rich districts like Bayhorse Yankee Fork and Stanley Basin. It details minerals copper lead silver gold and extensive mining operations including mills smelters and a dredge, noting transportation needs and potential for capital investment.
Agriculture ably supplements mining in enriching Custer County. Salmon river and its tributaries irrigate vast arable land, unlocking unused valleys. Stock-growing drives revenue with mild winters and broad ranges, while forests, schools, and rail development bolster growth amid rich mineral wealth and little crime.
In a period romance style notice, John Lloyd & Duncan offer introductions to British women seeking husbands in America. The ad promises multiple introductions for a $3 fee plus $45 after marriage, targeting farmers and workers from the Central and Western States seeking wives from England Ireland Scotland and Wales.
Co owners notify George Walburs and heirs that labor and improvements have been expended to hold claims in Custer County Newt Yankee Fork Mining District. If nonpayment within 179 days from first publication, and 90 days from final publication, share of four hundred dollars plus $15 advertising costs totaling $415 must be paid. Notices dated March and published March 14.
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