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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1904
Page
8
A Silver Messenger item discusses Republican talk of restricting immigration, noting it is a plan consistently promised but rarely acted on. It cites large immigrant totals and party hopes, comparing potential House control effects on legislation and committee chairmanships.
The piece mocks Chauncey Depew for repeating old chestnuts as he campaigns in New York while Lodge vows no speeches outside Massachusetts. Taggart hopes to win Massachusetts for Parker, and the Democratic speakers bureau chief is praised for blocking Hobson with a heroism claim.
The speaker touts level headed, conservative, safe and sane candidates. He denounces arratic theatrical self conceit and vain glory. If this view amounts to treason, he challenges rivals to act on it without delay.
Senator Penrose asserts the western region is entirely safe for Roosevelt, a claim he frames as reliable. The remark follows concerns raised by an observer described as a passenger or driver in the scene, suggesting a contextual link to the security stance.
A fragmented passage notes census counts of voting age men in Philadelphia and inconsistencies in voter totals. It contrasts Republican majorities and pluralities since 1872, listing figures such as 80,554 and 40,490, while criticizing corruption and political figures. The text also includes stray phrases about a debate over a train stop and a disputed public figure.
A tense exchange between Mr. Roosevelt and J Pierpont Morgan centers on antitrust action and trust control. Morgan, once aloof, now hints Wall Street would back subscriptions while Addicks claims Delaware foes are defeated and Roosevelt gains a 4000 margin. The piece recalls a printing office brawl and contrasts Cuban vetoes with General Wood’s jai alai concession to Palma.
John Hay draws a parallel between Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln in a public remark. He hints at Lincoln’s approach to a Panama issue and references Roosevelt’s policies, including pension law extensions and stance toward South American republics.
A writer in the Waveras California claims a full blooded Creek Indian offers a simple snakebite remedy. He says an onion, tobacco, and salt poultice applied every six hours will prevent swelling and fatal outcomes, asserting Indians never die from snake bites or rabies.
A persuasive line urges voters to back Frank Gooding for governor, calling him the great sheep king of the Gom State and arguing against the two mile limit law.
A major blaze started around midnight and swept through six blocks, with a seventh burning as wind drove the flames. About forty buildings fell, many damaged, and losses are pegged at 350000 with only partial insurance coverage. Several local businesses and shops were destroyed or heavily damaged, including Cutter barber shop and Idaho meat market.
A church in Belgium hired an artist to retouch an old painting. The bill itemizes fantastical restorations from correcting the Ten Commandments to embellishing Pontius Pilate and decorating Noah’s ark, totaling 36.24 in currency. The committee demanded details before payment.
A county convention in Challis on October 8 1904 will nominate candidates for State Senator Representative Sheriff Assessor Ex Officio Tax Collector Probate Judge Treasurer Ex Officio Public Administrator County Attorney Superintendent of Public Instruction Coroner Surveyor and three County Commissioners Justices of the Peace and Constables. Delegates allocated by precincts.Chairman J P Spatorne and Secretary Geo E Keyes announce the schedule and timing for county and city precincts.
U S Land Office Hailey Idaho September 11 1904 announces Arthur B Wilcox of Challis Custer County Idaho filed intention to perfect desert land claim No ROB for Lots 5 7 0 and NBS in Township 13 North Range 1 West before L H Johnston U S Commissioner Challis October 25 1904 witnesses David Towall Henry J Powell Joseph L Ebberts Charles B Jenson to prove irrigation and reclamation of the land First publication Sept 23 1904.
Pursuant to the order of the County Central Committee of the Democratic party notice is hereby given that the primary elections will be held in the several precincts of Custer County on a date to be announced.
The notice calls for elections of delegates to the Democratic County Convention to be held on Monday October 3 1904 with details to follow regarding polling location and procedures for voters in the precinct. The item outlines the date and purpose of the election for party representation.
Co owner W P Oster Challis Idaho and Steven MweweNaeR Challis Idaho warn that labor and improvements for three lode mining claims in Loon Creek Mining District have not been met for the period ending December 1 1903 and 1901. If within ninety days of service or publication the required 180 150 payment plus ad costs is not made, the claimant's interest will vest in the subscriber W T Ostier as co owner who has funded the expenditures. First publication September 1006.
Notice filed in Fourth Judicial District of Idaho Blaine County. Defendants and parties named include Darlington and Arsett residents and Fairlags, with August date and clerk Cheri McRod listed. Court actions involve attachments and property liens on Gustereconty properties as of August court session.
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