05 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1902
Page
1
A Salt Lake Tribune representative presents an unbiased account of the Thunder, outlining key findings and verifiable details. The report emphasizes factual clarity, avoids speculation, and highlights official sources and data to inform readers about the situation.
The Salt Lake Tribune reports from Thunder Mountain noting vast ore potential in central Idaho. It describes early hardships, limited transport, and looming development with a hundred-stamp mill planned by the Dewey property, plus new routes and rising supply costs as pack trains arrive.
The piece argues that every other camp in the country will require capital to realize its potential. It describes a promising prospect camp near Thunder Mountain and notes planned wagon roads will enable mining supplies, machinery, and sawmills. Once connected, ample work would arise for laborers and artisans and The Tribune will report on mining progress.
Charles Saxman, promoter, returns from New York and Pittsburgh with news that the Snowshoe group interests, including DeGrundy and Saxman, were sold. W Johnson of the Overland hotel retains a quarter interest in five claims. Final payment of $13,000 was credited to DeGrundy. Rasche property sold to Pittsburg syndicate for $20,000 with $5,000 due July 15. Laxman and DeGrundy depart for Weiser for further business. How to Locate and Hold Mining Claims is for sale at the Signal office.
M. Kirkpatrick of Thunder Mountain Consolidated Mining Company arrives in Boise and reports a quartz like lead sample near Thunder Mountain. He also criticizes a Denver paper for misrepresenting the camp and notes others arriving to sell outfits and spread false impressions along Mule creek and Monumental creek.
A Sauk man attempting to escape capture near Olds Ferry was swept into the river and drowned while eluding authorities pursuing a horse theft incident. Local officials reported the death as a result of the river current and nocturnal pursuit.
A Huntington telegram reports last Saturday a thief stole a valuable black team from O R and N workers near Baker City. He also borrowed a buggy and harness from Dave Littlefield of Auburn. Two women with a matching description fled toward Wingville before crossing Olds ferry and vanishing after entering the river. Pursuers followed, one witness saw a man swim to an island and disappear, likely due to the river undercurrent. Local speculation ties the gang to cattle theft along the Snake River amid rising stock losses. Harris HrGarss. CaLonet Spano June 1902.
The Belle of Thunder Mountain of Pittsburg deposits $50,000 in Diamond National Bank to Boise National Bank upon Caswell deeds approval by law firm Richard H. Johnson and Fether. Ferguson's second-hand store advertises tents and wagon sheets at low prices.
Nampa June 24. Irrigate to cover ground with vines and keep soil cool and moist.Water between rows in furrows, cultivate after irrigation, avoid direct contact with water and plants. Some crops need more water. bloom before irrigation preferred. avoid drying too long and keep furrows moist but not wet.
A Portland telegram details the steamer Norma built in 1899 by Jacob Kamm and the plan to use it in railway traffic. The tale explains the drawbridge issue at the Oregon Short Line bridge and the potential lease terms, with miners and capitalists eyeing Idaho County and Thunder Mountain prospects as a future mining boom unfolds.
CG J Arnold the owner of several placer claims in Big Creek Thunder Mountain district has withdrawn the claims from sale after word of a new strike. He notes a rich test with 20 taken from four pans and says local agent is handling the sale.
Statesman Dowe Beekman, New York capitalists, wired Tuesday of selling their two Thunder Mountain groups to Mecham Mitchell Co. for $100,000. The Boston group includes a millsite with three water mills and a placer claim. the Lock and Key group comprises ten claims on Rainbow Mountain. Oliver Roberts exported the property for Dowe Beekman weeks earlier, and Mecham Mitchell Co. representatives in the city fully confirm the sale.
Dyspepsia causes pain from digestion organs with nausea dizziness headaches and liver and bowel issues. The ad promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as gentle thorough and guaranteed, available for 25 cents at Dayia Drug Co.
Similar notes from Cripple Creek describe a new Central Idaho camp seen as promising with potential ore bodies to be confirmed. About 2500 workers noted in the district, with several new strikes reported after inspections by prospectors like Bicycles repaired op abort notice and F W Isham of Colorado Springs visiting Idaho properties. The Lewiston Tribune carries the report from N J Sheffield.
A list of new subscribers includes J Bell Weiser L Davie Mackey Idaho Patay McGuire Welner W T C Rule Hampton Towa B P Twichell Hartford Conn W J Butler Tamara Joe H Meyers Spokane with multiple names spanning various cities and institutions.
M Ray, famed Colorado mining engineer, arrived in Weiser this week and departed by Pacific Idaho Northern toward Thunder Mountain to conduct an exhaustive survey of the Dewey mine. He is backed by Pittsburgh interests connected with the property and may employ up to one hundred workers. The investigation could affect the status of the 100 stamp mill and future plant installation in the district.
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