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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1902
Page
2
A quirky report from Boise describes a flamboyant deceiver captivating locals with bold style and misdirection. The piece highlights reactions from residents and the unexpected spectacle that drew attention to the city.
Idaho City residents denounce Boise papers for false reports on road opening to Thunder Mountain. Jewett party, toboggans, and bear valley progress are disputed as no trail exists. Prospective prospectors arrive hoping to pass Boise while cash dwindles. locals insist no legitimate route is available and warn against deceitful schemes.
The Statesman reports General Parsons received a letter from J. M. Venable, superintendent of the Fairview property at Thunder Mountain. It states the cross-cut tunnel was 95 feet into the ore and remained in ore with gold detected in the face. Venable estimates the tunnel must still be driven further.
Inquiries about the Bedrock Salmon and Forney route pour in daily as the trail is said open and the Middle Fork bridge finished Men depart for the camp yet none reach Thunder Mountain leaving Salmon City wondering what becomes of the host The road from Salmon to navigation ends up like a crowded post office window with no hope of service before supper or an ice jam in the Weiser river as cakes back up.
Ralph Hainer files civil suit seeking 600 dollars against L H Hartley for bodily injuries from an incident. Hartley arrested on peace warrant after threatening to kill Hainer. Trial set in probate court next Tuesday with County Attorney Lovejoy for prosecution and Lot L Feitshar for defense.
The Morning Leader recounts the court-martial and execution of two Australian officers in South Africa for killing ten Boers en route to Pietersburg to surrender. They shot the Boers after a mock trial hoping for £20,000 in Tranvaal funds, but found no money.
An old classified note advertises a cash weekly wage of 18 dollars with expenses paid, payable every Wednesday. It mentions a head office and stamped envelopes, with Chicago as a location and direct furnished accommodations offered. The text includes misspelled place names and a self addressed envelope instruction.
Reports show passengers on the P and I train bound for Thunder Mountain including G S Smith Boise John Ratledge Bowe P W Koelsch Boise George Schewent Boise and Charles Mahon T D Babbitt the Instter superintendent. Locators include T D Babbitt and Mahan locating 14 claims with Golden King group on Rainbow. Nampa men Bruce and Payne head to Thunder Mountain to stock a meat market driving 200 cattle next month.
An old promotional block extols Noteo Cities including Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul as America s greatest railway. It highlights electric lighted trains, safety features, superior management and equipment while touting its role as a shortcut between Omaha and another city. Commercial agent L L Downing of Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway is named.
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