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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1899
Page
2
Social figures gather as George Hartley extols the Dingley bill while commissions pull in billets doux from houses sending requests to remit various sums from 30 to 600 dollars. Wool consigned last fall carried 10 cent advances per pound. buyers paid 8 cents, prompting calls for settlement of a vexing issue.
In The Weiser Signal April 3 1899 a Chicago Chronicle piece hails Jay Gould’s rival banker J Pierpont Morgan as the world’s most powerful man. It cites Morgan’s control of rail and oil trusts with vast assets and influence, arguing he could shape elections, finance, and national policy. The discussants compare Morgan’s reach to navies and vast corporate power, noting his ability to sway senators and presidential nominees.
Official proceedings detail road district changes in county No. 10 and No. 20, appointing officials, and approving petitions for new routes. Includes creation of Road District No. 20 along Copper Canyon to Price valley divide and appointment of John Waldup, John Clifton as overseers, plus approval of finances, resignations, and county attorney appointment.
A Kalos Ulwle gathering at the Lodge Rooms drew about seventy five of Weiser’s civic folk. A drawing contest had guests sketching portraits of attendees, with prizes for the most correct guesses, followed by refreshments and a short literary program.
Salubria items report a small fire at the hotel area extinguished by locals, Mrs Smith’s illness, and school enrollment beginning. Mr B F Janes sold farms to Mr T He Martin. Mentions of residents Merritt Weiner Carrick and preparations for a summer public school at Salubria. River rising noted with town activity around Rush seek and Wheleton place.
The community reports snow nearly gone and preparations for seasonal tasks. Robert White visits Friday to help with Welder sheep tending camp. James Linder and wife travel. photographer Sectna to wetting projects. Nate moves to Seven Devils I for summer plans. Ken York from Weiser visits Crane Crook. Thomasou’s eldest son Walkie travels. Mr. White travels to Crane. K P White remains with family. James Anslersvnte suffers insanity and jumps into the river. body recovered. inquests planned. Mrs. GM Moser builds a wire fence. Sam Morris returns to Weiser for rail work. McMahan absent. Winkler aids. winter freeze damages rust in storage.
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