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Newspaper
Wallace Miner
Location
Wallace, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1923
Page
4
The county should vote bonds to standardize and pave the main road, funded by the federal 56 percent share and a small local cost. Wait no longer, as delayed action risks losing federal money and ongoing maintenance costs. A paved highway would require no more yearly outlay than current repairs and frees funds for other roads.
The Mining Truth marks seven years of advocating mining in Spokane and the Northwest. The anniversary edition, issued with the Northwest Mining convention, features a story Back to the Mines about a prospector and burro returning to mining era prosperity, illustrated by H. W. Power. Idaho is noted among mining regions in the article.
The Miner marks its seventh anniversary with a collection of articles on mining markets led by Frank M. Smith and Stewart Campbell. It highlights Idaho mining prospects, the Coeur d Alenes storehouse, and a clash with federal forest policy. The issue praises Sidney Norman of Mining Truth and anticipates future prosperity from the back to the mines movement.
Government reports show cash receipts of 1 244 000 and royalty in kind valued at 1 636 000 from 3000 acres in Kern County California, totaling 2 880 000. Estimated overall value of production likely exceeds 11 000 000 with government shares ranging 12 44 to 85 percent. Private industry benefited even more. conservationists warn of resource depletion. author argues new materials will replace timber coal and gas as supplies wane.
The University of Idaho alumni association undertakes a $200,000 project to build a new armory and gymnasium memorializing students who served in the Spanish-American and World Wars. The current 1905 armory gymnasium is inadequate with military enrollment rising from 150 to over 600 next year. The fund will begin with a $10 student assessment, a plan endorsed at a Moscow alumni meeting.
The movement to finance the memorial will move forward with definite steps and is expected to garner broad support from university friends across the state. It is seen as badly needed and a grand patriotic tribute to the students who served in the war.
Senator Oddie of Nevada says he will introduce a bill to establish a cabinet department of mines. Backers cite mining industry growth and wartime need, noting over 60 percent of rail freight stems from mining related sectors and urging government representation in the cabinet.
Stewart Campbell state mine inspector announces a new Idaho mining laws pamphlet. The edition covers Idaho laws including recent session changes and United States mining laws on locations and leases. Copies are available free on request from his Boise office.
An old treasure speculation ends badly as rich financier and his manager back a doomed venture. A geologist finally points to a new drill direction, but the boss insists on closing the project. A local observer notes the venture later netted over a million dollars nearby.
A plainsman voice seeks a rugged, open life aligned with nature and freedom. He asks God for honest labor under open skies, generosity to the downcast, and guidance along a long trail toward the Great Divide. The prayer blends frontier grit with faith in the land.
Barron reports that German wealth and credit lie largely outside Germany, with German bankers and international exchange dealers holding vast foreign assets. He cites critics and bankers noting Germany's liquidated economy, rising foreign holdings, and potential U S risk as Berlin and Frankfurt banks depend on foreign gold, while the rich prosper and workers suffer.
Idaho mining advocate urges public support for mining development in the state. He cites Coeur d Alenes as a model, warns against wild cat schemes, and argues government and county funds should back bonds to advance mining growth without raising taxes.
The Wallace Idaho convention of the Knights of Columbus unanimously adopted thanks to Mayor Hugh Toole and Wallace citizens for hospitality. The delegates praised Hercules and Hecla mines staff, Kellogg hosts, Bunker Hill & Sullivan Mining, and Wallace Council members and local clergy for their support, meals, and tours. Copies will be filed in minutes and sent to Wallace council and local press.
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