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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1901
Page
7
Burglars pried open a rear window of G V Ashby's dry goods store and stole about $40 in jewelry shirts neckties and a missing pistol. The crime was discovered this morning with broad No 10 shoe prints scattered around. Police suspect four hobos acting on impulse to replenish valuables from a grandmother's will story.
A subscription drive seeks to finance a deep artesian well at the cemetery to obtain a water flow. As the public institution, residents have contributed freely to beautify the grounds. Mrs H Allport of Johestown Pa reports her child recovered from a croup episode after using One Minute Cough Cure.
The Signal reports Thos. Kelly has a ready partner to open a planing mill and box factory if Weiser buys two of three late needed lots. A certified check equal to the cost will be deposited in escrow and paid to donors if the factory is not built. The project would employ many workers, use county lumber, and produce shelves, doors, mouldings, and fruit boxes. The board of trade is urged to investigate immediately.
The Weiser school board elected Principal K L Kimball of Duluth Minnesota. Primary Anna Powell of Weiser. Anna Coston of Boise for Grade 4. N Joanne Wyatt of Paul Minnesota for grades 8 and 9. Several positions remain undetermined including Anna Ford La Crosse Marguerite Watson Weiser Cora Dale Weiser Grace Lindsay Boise Blanche Wyatt North St Paul. School begins first Monday in September. Pupils must buy their own books and supplies unless parents cannot afford it due to destructive handling of books.
The Boise Statesman reports a new creamery plan where 300 cows will supply milk via farm separators. Farmers keep cream and feed skim milk to stock while a mobile wagon delivers milk to the creamery, sparing daily sourcing. Dr J R Numbers will study surgery in New York and Bellevue. Dr B L Steeves will attend him here around Sept 15. Mrs Numbers and children plan to stay in New York. Donald will attend Industrial Institute. Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets are praised for mild relief, sold by Dr W Smith. Call Opel Fel No 5 for fresh mesis at Korump’s place.
The week saw many residents relocate or plan moves as camp crews dispersed and hotels faced changes. Miners and prospectors linger, with Ambrose Stewart scrambling for workers, while Robberies, saloon openings, and new business dealings ripple through the community. Downtime and travel mark the period as residents prepare for spring work and summer placements.
A stormy Friday disrupts a valley scene as Maude Muller rides a dusty pike on a tandem with the district judge pondering the spectacle. The colorful vignette blends local characters, humor, and rural life with a wry note on marriage and social roles.
An old fashion article promotes Newbro n Herpicide as the germ killing solution for dandruff. It claims dandruff is a germ disease and scouring scalp cannot cure it. The ad asserts only Herpicide destroys the dandruff germ and thus removes the cause.
Editor A. Brown reports his wife suffered chronic stomach distress until Electric Bitters, used four bottles, restored vigor and appetite. He calls it a grand tonic and a guaranteed cure for dyspepsia and liver troubles. Sold at RK W Swain’s Drugstore.
Notice to contractors in Washington County to submit sealed bids for a wagon deck bridge over the Welker River. Bids open September 6, 1901 at 10 am. Secure bids with a $1000 certified check or bid bond. Clerks and officials named, with locations and terms as per county plan.
Fragmentary OCR details a legal notice or petition alleging a settler fled before a district court, with mentions of Lloyd NX Maninhy Hh Ol Jatt beri h and others. Names include H. Murray Gilkison, Benjamin Hopper, Utley, Kraunis A Gund Med, and references to a birth record or calendar year 1901, with parties in Walmer and Tokna.
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