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Newspaper
Wallace Miner
Location
Wallace, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1922
Page
2
The Wallace Miner is entered at the Wallace Idaho post office as second class mail matter under local postal regulations. The notice indicates local publication status and filing within the post office system.
The text discusses wage increases for mine workers prompted by rising metal prices after wartime cuts. It notes operators faced higher costs and labor shortage, yet raised wages without union pressure, aiming to ease operations and strengthen employer employee relations amid improving prospects for lead and metal prices.
Polhe approved commuting Harry Orchard’s death sentence to life imprisonment after his confession. He claimed miscarriage of justice allowed others to escape gallows while Orchard’s case exposed master criminals. Orchard offered no defense but sought justice by aiding prosecutions, earning sympathy for his misfortune yet not condoning his crimes.
The article argues for keeping Orchard jailed, noting his long criminal record and cold calculation. It questions whether genuine reform is possible and urges the pardon board to avoid overturning court sentences, insisting on justice based on new evidence of injustice.
The piece criticizes Moses Alexander the Democratic candidate for governor for attacking taxes and pledging a new system of economy. It cites Attorney General Hack’s figures: 45 percent of taxes go to municipalities, 35 percent to school districts, 2 percent to counties, leaving little for state purposes, with most state funds spent on road construction. The Republicans promise to reduce overall cost, tighten appropriations, and require two thirds approval for additional levies.
The statement argues that only by retaining Republican control of the state government and legislature can the remedy be found, asserting Mr. Alexander as the Democratic gubernatorial candidate.
The article notes a rising student enrollment at the University of Idaho in Moscow and attributes increased loyalty to its education, citing alumni success locally and globally. A Boise alumni luncheon with Governor Davis and Dr. Bryan showcased the university’s value, including Elton’s zinc ore work and its broader impact on industry and cost savings.
An observation check at 156 grade crossings over two days showed 51 percent of 306 vehicles paused without any crossing precautions. Over 46,000 cars exceeded 20 mph. 20 percent looked one way, 21 percent both. Only 2 percent stopped before crossing. education and caution urged to protect drivers and passengers.
President Harding declares that the era of any man or group seeking to dominate government has ended and emphasizes the supremacy of the federal structure over concentrated power. He urges unity and adherence to constitutional bounds to preserve democratic governance.
Charlie Moore arrives in town amid mixed claims about his knowledge and strength, praised as an honest farmer. Mose counters with forceful actions while Charlie portrays himself as straightforward and trustworthy. The piece references a November election and a note about a general strike urged by Mr Gompers, highlighting labor questions in a broader political frame.
The New York Tribune reports growing public concern over labor unionism as Attorney General Daugherty condemns unions for asserting control over government. It notes leaders and members tolerating or justifying violence, citing Farrington and Gompers as examples, and argues unions provoke law contempt.
The Civil Service Commission will keep examinations for mining engineers, associate and assistant roles open year round. Applicants may test in coal, metal, non metallic mining engineering or a specialized area. Higher salaries, $4600+ for engineers, $3000–3600 for associates, and $2160–3000 for assistants, aim to attract top talent to the Bureau of Mines.
The Hartford Courant notes the issue of tariffs for American clock factories. The New Haven Times-Leader argues German clocks undercut US costs due to lower labor wages, questioning whether protective tariffs can help New Haven workers and industry while avoiding loss of demand for domestically produced goods.
A fragmentary poem contrasting old Indian graves and new pioneer claims with visions of empire forming. The speaker rejects grave markers, preferring a pine shaft in a silent wood and a life noted by seasons and nature’s rhythms rather than written records. The piece ends with imagery of spring’s arrival and the drift of clouds.
The piece argues mining fuels civilization and wealth, defending mining stocks as prudent, accessible investments for all, noting rising legitimacy and fewer failures in mining. It cites Cecil Rhodes and Cecil Rhodes era views, and urges careful investment in good low priced mining shares as essential to progress and prosperity.
The Am erican Federation of Labor plans a meeting this week to discuss a general strike in protest against government action. The AFL cites about 3,000,000 union men in the United States while noting vast numbers of nonunion workers struggle to understand why labor resists obeying laws.
Large mackerel catch loaded to the water’s edge with about 10 000 fish per batch. Retail price listed at 2 cents each and available in quantities below a cent. The fish are described as unusually large for the season.
California engineers build piles from layered paper to resist teredo attack. Each pile runs 60 feet long and 18 to 30 inches in diameter with a square steel cap atop to receive pile-driver shocks. This new method aims to strengthen piers against marine decay and impact.
An account describes gold being reduced from the smoke at a New York City office. During this reduction process, gold vest fragments are lost through the chimney, indicating material loss in the operation.
A new copper process allows welding iron and steel by copper penetrating ore and filling pores. Norwegian coast fishing shows improved mackerel catches, suggesting stronger bonds in welded parts. Fishermen report more reliable welds and increased catch potential due to the enhanced technique.
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