18 Aug 1898
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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1898
Page
1
A compact report notes mixed outcomes in local endeavors labeled Doings at the Devils. It highlights honest work producing flattering results among efforts, with a balance of favorable and unfavorable signs evident in the squarely observed activities.
Reports from the camp reveal discontent among unpaid and departing workers led by Isaac, with Frank Hubbard back from the Seven Devils noting mixed prospects. The smelter under Captain Crook failed to secure supplies and pay, forcing stoppages while others pursue mining gains and construction projects near Helena. The upcoming Fruit Fair promises larger exhibits, moving pictures, and new transportation rates to Spokane for visitors.
Arrangements for the Fifth Annual Spokane Fruit Fair announce a Tuesday October 4 opening and October 12 closing. Citizens have contributed nearly 15000 to ensure success. The capital prize contest offers the Wirat $100 Dodson Cup and multiple cash prizes up to 225. Free Silver Tropics will also be awarded in value to the Cup.
Ford, a Colorado man, with other Colorado parties, bought eight twelfths of the Plac er Basin gold properties for 4000 down. Purchases include shares from Barton, Dimmick, Bradford, Hammond and others. Remaining four twelfths are held by Bourne of Portland and Siskron of San Francisco. A complete mining and milling plant is planned to turn the mine into a strong producer.
The county commissioners moved an ancient building from the old town to J. B. Beardsley’s property to house the Indigent and helpless poor. Beardsley and his wife will supervise and manage the operation. The plan reduces tax costs and concentrates care, with the Golden Rule opening noted as a county event featuring new pel ees and woods offerings.
The notice markets Hall's Catarrh Cure as a universal remedy with a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure. It urges readers to request testimonials and notes availability from a Toledo address, adding praise for Hall's family pills and a milk shake promotion. A separate reward of $10 is offered for information leading to the arrest of thieves who took a horse harness from Mann Creek area, mentioning specific tack details and the thiefs.
Shareholders met at the Opera house and approved organization steps for the Weimer creamery. A list of buyers and local firms including Haase MB Summercamp & Co, John O Peters, Galloway and others invested in the venture. Construction to start immediately with engines and machinery ordered, aiming to process large milk consignments and boost local dairy trade. The project, tied to Butterick Publishing Co as special agents, promises a new era for Weiser with expected milk patronage rising 50 percent.
JRESIDENCE PROPERTY IN WEISER me After Sept 15 the Ucket prize system in vogue at our store fir elocks and seales will be discontinued M i Scamtencano Co Piano for Sale Ludwig in splendid annuation Mandolin attachment cost 400 when a pew Cordelle cutarh Nasal Injuction Prem Jampar Noted ad includes sale notices for residence property in Weiser with rooms and a firetelnas vondition. Limited to Sept 21 with prices shown and various items offered for sale including a piano and mandolin attachments.
A fragmentary note discusses Lou Johnson and his view of a work titled Thunder Mountain. The text hints at opinion formation and a potential critique within a local newspaper sidebar. Named entities suggest individual and work but details are limited in the readable portion.
Enthusiasm runs high as prospectors project a $500 000 proposition at Thunder Mountain. They describe a vast mountain ore body with visible gold in grayish rock and white slate, comparing it to Alaska's rich deposits. Analysts foresee mill development, extensive transportation needs, and potential multi million dollar returns for early investors.
Washington county plans and Boise Intermountain Fair aims are discussed as organizers cite displays and representations from Oregon Industrial Exposition efforts. Galloway, Tom, and Gipson coordinate exhibits while Payette and Nez Perce allocate funds. Spokane Fruit Fair and Boise trips are outlined with emphasis on regional participation and sustaining the broader fair network.
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