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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1902
Page
8
A speaker praises ain proper’s showing at Tors Tenderfoot Camp while noting Maho’s northern, southern, eastern, and western districts offer future potential. He predicts two or three good producers in Thonder could trigger a statewide boom, with capital flowing as the mineral zone is explored and mines discovered.
Denver lawyer and mining man Philip Ryan says Colorado capitalists seek new mining worlds and Idaho looks inviting for investment. He notes Idaho’s new camp is in the knocker stage with optimistic talks fading after expert evaluation. Ed Kirby, an experienced prospector, predicted a virgin mineral belt could trigger a new mining boom and draw inventors nationwide.
Toner Testis P Toner formerly of Aspen and Cripple Creek brings to Boise State a report from the camp praising the district. He notes many hopeful men going in and expects a big camp, with rich ore from the Dewey property and promising discoveries on Rush Creek and Cottonwood. Local developments show the Tiger strike improving and diversions into other areas fueling excitement and activity.
Judge Galloway retires as Oregon City land office receiver after serving since 1896 under Cleveland McKinley and Roosevelt. He forms a law partnership with Gilebert Hedges and will practice law. He receives a library chair of appreciation. his son Charles, a 24 year old Democrat, has been elected to the state senate in Yamhill County.
Report from Thunder reveals a large ore body opened by two Sunnyside tunnels after penetrating country rock. One tunnel exposes the vein at 50 feet depth, the other at 175 feet, with ore values estimated at 6 to 12 dollars per ton.
In early spring a public drive to fund corrals and rabbit wings failed leading to widespread crop losses. County Commissioner Barton notes rabbits have eaten seven acres of wheat and damaged alfalfa across the valley. Vale resident Taggart estimates fifteen acres of his wheat consumed. Local notes mention ammunition at Jenney’s and new blacksmith shop by G W Owens opening Monday. County and state examination schedules announced by Marr Z Haxton, County Superintendent.
Discoverers Harper and Duerden unearthed a large mine claim at Marshall Lake near War Eagle mountains Idaho. Ledge runs north south toward Buffalo Hump with ore assays from 1.40 to 25 dollars per ton. Several camps named Red Bird North Star Little Sister formed as prospecting continues to strike lower.
The Baker City Herald reports a sensational plan for a Baker City to Seven Devils railway named the Oregon and Idaho Central. It claims a six million dollar stock company is organized and that studies have been filed, suggesting vigorous action if true.
Willian Campbell and Dash nearly drowned while bathing in the Weiser river last Friday evening. Williams, towed by Campbell, let go his ice preserver after mistaking shallow water. He gulped water as he struggled, while Dash and Campbell fought the current. L M Vial from the bridge signaled for help, J W Lapish and rope rescuers hauled Williams to shore, then revived him. Campbell lay near shore, partially unconscious, and was rolled to safety.
The Bist Dewey Group of mines in Thunder Mi reportedly sold by D McKinzie to New York parties. Al Ostner of Boise has prospected three months staking nine claims between Sugar and Tamarack creeks with assays averaging $14.60. Rich chute pays over $3,000 with rich seams in large low grade bodies enhancing camp prospects.
At the post office bulletin a sale lists high grade cigars, ammunition and guns at Jenney’s along with blue print Thunder Mountain maps for securate priced at $100 each, with payment at the Signal office.
A condensed synopsis of a mining guide detailing location rights, discovery requirements, notice and staking forms, work obligations, recording of location notices, placer claim rules, annual labor, amendments, relocation of abandoned claims, and mill site regulations. It references Idaho statutes, corporate publisher Weiser Signal and semi weekly papers.
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