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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1902
Page
4
Shamaka in Turkey was nearly destroyed by a major quake with about 2000 dead reportedly recovered from ruins. The report notes widespread debris removal and calls for relief and reconstruction efforts.
Official notice that Bulgarian Bandids paid back charges owed for Miss Stone's board and transportation totaling about 70 000 to 75 000 dollars. The report notes the text I Know That My Redeemer Liveth as her likely favorite scripture.
February 22 marks George Washington’s birth anniversary in Virginia’s Westmoreland County 1732. Washington died December 14 1799 at Mount Vernon aged 67 after a one day illness. Rogush army estimates total 269 310 000 to cover 420 000 men with 219 700 in ordinary service and 200 300 for war service. War Secretary Broderick notes these funds sustain a South Africa field force for eight to nine months of the new fiscal year.
Seventy thousand dollars raised for the redemption of missionary Migs Btone has been paid to Bulgarian brigands. The terms allowed the criminals time to escape, and they are moving to do so. Meanwhile the Stone continues to accumulate mass delaying larger accumulations from a lecture titled How I Did Not Convert the Bulgarian Bandits.
The article notes the Grangeville route via White Hird and Goff to Little Salmon and Meadows provides a practicable wagon road into Thunder Mountain. Most travelers have used this path, avoiding a longer detour by Lewiston and rail to Weiser, with the Weiser Council and Warren route also seen as advantageous.
The text asserts that the Welser route offers miles of comfortable railway transport, ample supply points, and convenient depots, claiming superiority over old-established routes and denying neglect of traditional paths for minor experimental proposals.
Citizens worry over the city finances with less than one hundred thousand dollars idle in the vaults. A plan proposes funding urgent improvements and directing storm water flow from Snake River bank along Seoul Street to Second Street and Galloway ditch, potentially rendering parts of the current sewer system obsolete.
Washington County reports rising prosperity with $40,000 bonds issued, floating indebtedness reduced to about $15,000, and total debt around $37,398.50 with $28,690.84 on hand. Since then $4,000 more has been paid on bonds, lowering principal to $32,000. Surplus funds may fund further improvements or bond redemptions to boost growth and taxable property.
Local town column argues against premature water works and municipal plant plans in Mackay. It warns of fire risk, urges conservative growth, notes past fires, and questions the cost and feasibility of a municipal water system amid rapid development.
The article explains growing terms of business mergers, noting the shift from partnerships to mergers and the looming threat of identity loss for railways. It highlights a proposed merger by Mr Hill aiming to sink competing lines and mentions a major express company merger involving Adams, American, United States, and Wells Fargo, with E H Harriman named to lead the merged entity as the governing party faces little opposition.
The piece argues that leaders push their own interests at the expense of producers. It envisions a future merger of political differences by the people when conditions become intolerable, warning that until then their interests will be swallowed and impoverished. A popular merger proposed is "a order now."
The article mocks Taft and U S officers in the Philippines, accusing officials of spin and mockery while the press cites Beil and Wheaton on camps and troop increases. It disputes Taft’s motives and labels the whole affair as rotten and political intrigue.
Susan B Anthony urged spreading the gospel of woman suffrage to all conventions of men and women and pressed for suffrage for women in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines. She referenced 600 teachers in the Philippines and warned against harsh treatment by authorities, noting they cannot be compelled to leave.
A new entity named the Phillipines Exploration Company with 500000 capital and 180000 subscribed aims to colonize Mindanao. It proposes building trading posts lands railways and mills with plans to attract American industries using cheap native labor, seen as a threat to American labor.
The piece argues relations between Britain and Ireland are tense and reform is needed. It notes Irish reformers are strong and Britain has many issues to handle while Ireland should speak up or stop talking. It criticizes Irish soldiers serving Britain and links to South Africa. It ends by saying God Save Ireland is the last hope for liberty at home.
Mrs John Fremont wife of the Pathfinder and daughter of Tom Benton described as one of America's great men is reported sick and in needy circumstances from a late 19th century column noting social distress among prominent figures.
The widow of General Fremont, living near Los Angeles, sues the government for 50,000 dollars claiming his distinguished services merit substantial recognition. She argues the grave of Fremont is unmarked and urges prompt action to insure her old age supports.
Governor McBride of Washington instructs all state appointees not to accept railway passes under any circumstances, warning of dismissal for violation. He argues passes create obligations and invite influence from railroad interests, reducing undue pressure on legislative bodies. All kinds of brushes at Moyer's.
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