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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1903
Page
2
A Weiser Signal column laments fatal train wrecks and rebukes Idaho politics. It highlights Avery A. Moore as a rising leader and criticizes the Republican majority for candor and policy on free trade and monopolies. The piece blames railroads and external markets for Idaho’s prosperity and urges stronger support for home industries and state progress.
A reader denounces The Signs and The Standard of Grangeville for biased reporting on Idaho County and Camas Prairie wheat losses. The letter mocks the newspaper’s arguments, cites hog production debates, and questions policy impacts on local prosperity and manufacturing potential in the West.
The Baker City Herald argues against mail order shopping, calling Chicago dominated mail order goods inferior and costly once freight is added. It praises local merchants in Weiser and surrounding areas, noting home merchants sustain cash flow, property, and tax base while offering reliable goods and service.
The Signal urges Washington county residents to stop mail order shopping and buy from home merchants in Weiser. It praises local stores and asks customers to request Signal tickets, promising four valuable presents on July 1 for four buyers who support Signal advertisers.
In a caustic critique of gold standard advocates and silver remonetization, the piece argues that newspapers support plutocracy and push for silver or gold policy shifts. It traces China, Mexico, and domestic fiscal tensions, citing 1896 silver battles and alleged manipulation by political actors. The tone attacks media alignment with money power and the public’s role in monetary policy.
The piece argues elites push for stronger parity between gold and silver and a bank controlled elastic currency. It cites Hugh B. Hanna of the 1897 monetary conference, endorsing bills by Overstreet, Hill, and Lovering to secure note redemption and expand bank capital to 50 percent. It warns of wealth controlled finance squeezing producers and urges public backing for international action.
The Good of Meat markets a wide variety of roasts and cuts with emphasis on value. Customers are assured access to the best options at reasonable prices for family meals.
Lost from Monroe creek range a red two year old heifer with distinct markings and brands noted. A finder will be rewarded. address James Shearer Payette. Also a town dance at the Opera House on Friday Jan 16 1903 from 8 to 12. Admission 75 cents. Ed McGrew doorkeeper. Also various ad text and a cough remedy endorsement.
An old newspaper fragment advertises a photographer in Prescott offering first class work and latest style and finish with guaranteed results for customers seeking portraits and other photographic services.
National contractors are invited to sublet rock and earth work along the Malhour ditch five west of Ontario Oregon. Work may be by station or up to a mile. Call at the camp on ditch to view work Hosmins Hanxine.
Trial offer promises nasal catarrh relief with Ely's Cream in liquid form and Fly's Thule mying tube priced for druggists. Announcement urges readers to test and continue treatment, claiming cleansing and healing of nostrils and sinuses.
The readable text references a city council, officials, and local governance topics but lacks coherent details. It suggests a meeting or session with named participants and possible plan items yet provides no concrete actions, dates, or outcomes to summarize.
The readable fragments mention Mrs. Reng regon visiting with Mr. Matt ery Snow in Eden Wis and reference a clerk and county terms. Details are incomplete but suggest a local notice or social update including names and attendance.
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