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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1899
Page
1
Black Hawk and Black Maria mines near the regional mining district are set to resume operations shortly. Officials indicate improved ore grades, stable power supplies, and renewed investment to restart equipment, hire workers, and boost local production in the coming weeks.
A frontier editorial urges development of Mineral Idaho and nearby camps, led by Black Hawk and Black Marin. It notes smelter upgrades cutting costs, new machinery purchases, and a planned road from Welser to Mineral over the Glover trail. The piece predicts renewed prosperity, more work, and increased trade with Weiser as ore bodies surface deeper.
County commissioners Norval Goring Geo W Holfstatter and J Minder took office before T V Smith and the board organized with Geo Wy Mollstaller as chair. The session approved treasurer bonds granted salaries for county officers and approved numerous road and public works actions including road overseers, jurors, and licenses. The board set tax and salary schemes, examined current expenses and public claims, and affirmed county valuation and authority actions.
An elderly man in a quiet town becomes the focal point of a string of sharp taunts from younger residents. The exchange tests neighborly bonds as residents weigh humor against hurtful jabs.
Frank W. McGuire of the Eine Jacket mine perished during a snowbound trek from Caprum to Bear while Alona McGait and other miners hunted the Iidian Creek area. A rescue party found his body near the crossing on Tuesday. an inquest was held and burial arranged at Weiser. McGuire, about 68, was a quiet, respected man with Boise ties and long residence in the mining camp, mourned by companions at the Blue Jacket and surrounding communities.
A garbled account mentions ships and a centurys fashion theme, with references to ports, livery, and a disrupted system. It suggests movements around Syncing and Lie Lorelle, plus warnings about buyable emery and unsuitable conditions amid confusion.
Officials from Ling and Union Pacific held a moot conference in New York to discuss a possible joint conference arrangement. The meeting focused on cooperation and potential agreements between the two entities.
A special article on railroad affairs covers the meeting of Short Line and Union Pacific officials in York. Proposals include extensions from Market Linke to Yellowstone Park and from Welser to seven Deyile, with emphasis on enlarged shop facilities, double crossties, and improved equipment. The conference aims to boost service and address regional needs.
Local discussions on extending rail lines to Weiser and Seven Devils face proposals by the Short Line and Oregon Short Line. Delegations, visits to New York and Portland, and plans to open up Weiser River regions are noted. Community events include a dance, and locals report on mining, business, and new enterprises amid heavy snow in the upper country.
Estray horse described as grey near white with a black spot on the left hip and full shoeing has appeared about ten days ago. Owner is asked to claim at the publisher’s place in Cryste Batam, with charges to be paid for the recovery. if not claimed, the animal will be sold.
A transcription of a dated financial discussion features Harvey of Coin's Financial School and others debating the silver to gold ratio. The interview covers coin recoinage costs, weight differences, and potential changes to silver and gold coin sizes to sustain or alter the 16 to 1 ratio.
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