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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1902
Page
6
The Signal publishes excerpts from reader letters showing distant readers in Idaho and Illinois seeking routes to Thunder Mountain and mining tips. Correspondents from Boise City and Chicago request road conditions, supplies, and subscription details as prospecting plans grow.
A reader inquires about Washington County and relocating to Idaho seeking a copy of a Spokane Spokesman-Review article on Idaho and Thunder Mountain. The sender asks about business prospects for a practical assessor and chemist and signs respectfully from Chicago.
Short and to the point plea requests guidance or a courteous reply from the recipient. The note shows a courteous opening and asks for a response or information.
A Feb 10 1902 letter from Appleton Wisconsin requests a map and full particulars on the Thunder Mountain district in Oregon and how to reach the gold fields. The writer notes illness and asks for Sunshine to the Sick Wanderer and mentions the Weiser Signal acknowledging receipt.
J L Brownrna requests precise, verifiable data on mine development costs current progress and the nature of the mining method. He asks for true conditions, including leads assays water and timber facilities and any roads or infrastructure that indicate a permanent investment potential.
Letter from a reader to editor requesting sample copies of the Weiser Signal and information about Weiser Idaho, sent from Cleveland, mentions upcoming Idaho trip and desire for details.
A reader from Sand Creek Montana asks for two Thunder Mountain maps and all related printed matter. The letter seeks additional information about the country’s characteristics and geological formation.
A letter to RB. B. Lockwood from a reader in Chicago seeks guidance on joining a party in Adirondacks as packman or cook for gold field expeditions. The writer offers help in the future and expresses gratitude for any signal of opportunity.
A Philadelphia correspondent writes to inquire through Sen Hellfield Idaho and P M Davis about the best season and approach to reach the Thunder Mountain gold camp in Idaho. The letter notes a recent discovery and seeks guidance on timing and routes.
A formal letter asking for the approximate number of people at a camp and details on how they are living there. The writer requests information on camp personnel and camp conditions, and signs with polite closing.
Pendleton Oregon and Cleveland Ohio correspondents discuss gold prospecting at Thunder Mountain Idaho. They request maps and prices for supplies ponies or donkeys and plan to travel in late March seeking guidance and details on equipment and terms.
The Rio Grande Western and Denver and Rio Grandees offer a Sleeping and Dining Car weekly excursion from Salt Lake City. Travel via Salt Lake City and along the Great Salt Lake to Glenwood Colorado Springs and Denver. For rates or info contact Geof Heintz assistant general passenger agent Salt Lake City.
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