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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1895
Page
4
A Pendleton Oregon report outlines a fire at a hotel linked to an incendiary cause. Victim George Clacking of Cascade Lake is named among the deceased with suspicions of robbery and murder amid a widening investigation.
In Gunninow Colorado Aug 9 considerable excitement grips Fulton a town near Camp Grevik as Digminow Vulcan and Mam moth Chimney attract workers and newcomers occupy the town sparking clashes. Sheriff Deering dispatched to prevent further trouble amid unrest.
The Mississippi Democratic state convention resumed with balloting for the railroad commissioner in all three districts. After 21 ballots a resolution allowed the convention to ballot in unison, but no decision was reached before adjournment at 6:30 p.m. The cattle killing case in Idaho City centers on an oath-bound group accused of terrorizing ranchers and killing outside stock, with one member testifying before withdrawing from the organization.
Incoming shipment of recently adopted school texts heads to Seattle area depots and Spokane, aiming to place books before the school term begins though some concerns linger about retail distribution timing. Also noted are updates on Adolph Krug case proceedings and a San Francisco visit by John W. Mackay tied to Pacific Postal Telegraph ventures. Wells Fargo directors re-elected with officers staying in place. A Berlin Maryland fire caused about 200000 dollars in losses with 25000 dollars insured.
Senator Camry opened by arguing the bounty law is unconstitutional and that executive and judicial powers must restrain Congress. He contended the bounty's appropriation and purpose conflict with the Constitution, urging limited federal reach and executive discretion.
The Sentle relief train arrives with supplies for Sprague amid widespread relief. Mayor Sanderson receives $800 from Beistile as residents prepare for new housing. Spokane fire officials thank the city for aid, while the council opts to keep wooden structures for six more days as car shop plans proceed.
A wagon at a grade crossing was struck by a railroad locomotive injuring William Fincon, Edward Minkell, and John Fiteson. In a separate incident a Baltimore Ohio locomotive struck Martin Whitecrooke and Ismanthy Bellhad Willie Branley, a 6 year old, was run over by a trolley car on a West Philadelphia street.
The Tajon Journal newspaper and job printing office at Wat Walia was sold by C. Jr. Upton for creditors to Charles Besscenr. The price was $1700. The sale clears debts of former owners O. B. Johngan and S. S. B. Johnson, with P. Johnson as editor and manager.
A Columbus report states 400 of 600 delegates to the coming Democratic state convention are free silver advocates. They favor nominating James Kilburne of Columbus for governor and aim to push free silver policies at the event. Kilburne, a strawware maker, is identified as a free coinage supporter.
Eyewitness accounts describe a mob attack on missionaries and villagers at Hwasang. Nine foreigners and locals were killed or fatally wounded as Chinese vegetarians advanced on the mission, while authorities failed to provide timely protection.
A chaotic note describes Eastern capitalists touring Nebraska by special Burlington train to assess grain prospects and migrant migration. The trip includes stops near Hastings and other towns as they map policy to influence land and labor conditions amid unsettled rural sentiment.
Dispatch reports the Socialist Congress drafting a far more radical program for the upcoming International platform. It calls for compulsory higher education, nationalization of land water and utilities, pension schemes, and compulsory labor courts with final binding decisions. The Catholic Total Abstinence Union marks its 2nd national convention in New York with Mass and reports from delegates and Keeley League, but no invite from the Women’s Christian Temperance Union.
Palouse Washington faces a cascade as Weiser Land and Improvement Co closes and Bank of Palouse fails amid heavy liabilities. The Security State remains, while creditors include London and Paris Bank of Portland and Wells Fargo, with officers Cross and Payne noting conservative management despite losses. The community awaits repayment as wheat harvest cools expectations.
A Chicago socialist demonstration on Labor Day plans to stage a play mocking political figures. They had invited Keir Hardie as lead speaker, but after his repudiation by his UK constituency and negative press, the invite was withdrawn and a communication will be sent next week.
The Northwest and Northland ferries boost tourism by offering steady routes on the Great Lakes. The Northern Railway links Lututh to Northern 3.8 and connects with all rail lines, drawing travelers via ports at Balt Ele Atarie, Macnawe Taland, Detroit, Cleveland, and Buffalo and boosting passenger traffic to around £2 million per bar.
Aug 9 report lists firms Neastage Suller at 100000 and Handy Harman at 122000 as committed for shipment by tomorrow while Croxaman Tiron has not decided on an additional shipment.
Simn Clayke aUi Grande railroad detective shot at Telluride yesterday by an unknown assailant. Formerly a desperado, he is believed to have joined Quan Lepits band of guerrillas during the war. He later settled in Telluride and served as town marshal, known for strict observance of the law and a controversial reputation.
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