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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1902
Page
8
The Messenger notes Republicans in Congress clash over the Cuban sugar question and have little time to discuss Democratic differences. The remark reflects partisan tension in 1902 political discourse.
Mr. Roosevelt studies Cuban reciprocity noting it is politically volatile and requires careful handling. The statement frames the policy as sensitive, suggesting potential political minefields surrounding the trade deal and diplomatic stance.
A Washington observer notes potential fallout as ancient rulers and modern empires clash over naval stations in the West Indies. Democratic senators face criticism for delaying Isthmian canal legislation, with claims the Nicaragua bill could reach Roosevelt quickly. The Ship Subsidy bill is described as profitable for a few wealthy backers.
The Miners Union of Ouray Colorado insists the Chinese must depart the area despite bureaucratic delays cited by the Chinese minister the Secretary of State and the Governor of Colorado.
Fred Funston makes his debut as an after dinner talker and his friends are urged to keep him focused on fighting if they wish him well.
The piece describes friction within the Republican majority over Speaker Henderson amid a Cuban tariff battle with the Roosevelt wing. It warns he may face punishment or possibly lose his seat for backing the tariff stance.
A report notes plans for selling Secretary Shaw gold bricks and recounts a attempted personal inspection of a New York dock by Shaw accompanied by two local officials.
Australia lowers tariffs on metals and machinery while protectionist forces in Congress block tariff revision. W. W. Astor aims to enter British Parliament, but in his New York hometown he cannot win even a small office despite wealth.
A London publisher offers Santos-Dumont 20000 dollars for a 100 mile balloon voyage, while an American publisher counters with a 20 cent prize for any man who can fly 100 yards from the office door, aiming to preserve prestige.
A party left Challis last Wednesday morning to break the road and will soon open the route direct to Thunder Mountain for travel.
Ida Mar 6 Sid Roberts former deputy United States Marshal for Idaho and longtime resident of the Stanley Basin in the central region is noted in a concise obituary note.
Salt Lake Tribune reports plans for a Mackay to Thunder Mountain stage line via Challis led by C C Tautphans and W H Roberts. Roberts’ Mackay to Thunder Mountain trek proves Challis route shortest with low passes and 52 miles to Challis, 65 miles to Thunder Mountain. He describes rich ore in Golden Reef and Rainbow districts, estimates 80 percent travel via Pocatello, and envisions year round service starting May 1.
A London Spectator summary notes European population data showing 334 million people with about four million more women than men overall. Britain has more women, yet many unmarried women seek marriage abroad to Australia or the United States, while some nations like Italy and Turkey’s neighbors still have more men. Climate and industry influence sex ratios, with tropical zones favoring men and temperate zones more women.
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