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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1900
Page
1
A Mountain Copper Field narrative draws attention as the site begins to emerge in public notice. Local observers note increasing media focus and community interest surrounding the field and its development prospects.
The Salt Lake Tribune reports rapid interest in a new copper mining region along Idaho’s Snake River near Weiser. Iron Mountain and Iron Mountains show rich copper and iron deposits with gossan outcrops, plus large oxidized zones. investors plan smelters at Mineral and nearby belts. Rail access via Oregon Short Line and Pacific & Idaho Northern spurs growth, with public works in Weiser and a booming prune industry.
The Lewiston Teller reports that the P N I extension from Cambridge to Council is contracted and iron is en route. The piece notes rail and ore exploration nearby, secret surveying near Weiser, and calls for a practical wagon road linking the panhandle to the pan. It argues the railway push will spur trade and prosperity in North and South Idaho.
In Listie Pennsylvania a drunken dancing bear and his keeper created chaos. The bear bit and chased townspeople after being teased. Constable Krulh cuffed the bear, four hours passed before sheriffs arrived and confined the animal in the calaboose until morning when the master paid damages.
Allied forces push into Pekin as Chinese resistance falters. street fighting reported in the Imperial City amid efforts to secure the legations and protect foreign quarters. Chinese troops retreat toward the northern gates, with international observers monitoring engagements.
The Emperors flee into inner Pekin as allied troops water the city and rescue legations after sixty days of bombardment and rifle fire. Japanese losses 100. 800 Chinese killed. Relief plans raise questions on indemnities and future conflict as Britain France Germany move troops to Yangtse. a mother praises Chamberlain's remedy for her dysentery.
An old ad touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as quick relief for headaches and nervous ailments. It claims blood purification and health boost for 25 cents, sold by a cataloger in Weiser Idaho.
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