Free coinage of silver debate stirs Idaho farmer ire
Willis Sweet of Idaho argues in favor of free silver coinage, detailing debt pressure on western farmers and lenders, calling for honest money and flexible currency to spur development. He contrasts borrower and lender interests, condemns usury, and urges bi metallic money and rail/land investment support. Mineral road petition follows.
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Mineral Texans Eye Prune Boom and Artesian Wells
Mineral reports prune orchard expansion in the Weiser valley with growers like T. Williams and A. Swanger. Artesian well development proceeds with Watlington planning near the town, machinery on the way, and a rope drill chosen for rock bore to 500 feet.
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