Giants of railways eye government control in grand scheme
Errata note in the Weiser Signal discusses a Denver Times report of a vast railroad consolidation. Four large firms allegedly aim to unite land transportation, potentially paving the way for government ownership, with financiers planning to reap colossal fortunes as the deal unfolds.
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the Times
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Aineas
Hill plans Pacific Coast railway tie to Great Northern
Salt Lake Tribune notes James J. Hill, a transportation figure, credibly pursuing a plan to link Los Angeles to San Pedro and align with Great Northern and Southern Pacific interests. The strategy aims to control California ports and coast traffic, potentially via a Burlington extension from Guernsey Wyoming, signaling preliminary moves to consolidate western rail routes and port access.
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the Tribune
State bonds sell amid strong bidding amid a charged era
Republican critics claimed capital would flee the state under fusion rule yet the $205000 bond sale yesterday defies them. Thirteen bids for the full issue produced premiums from 0 to 50 dollars with Kane Sherifl of Poughkeepsie New York purchasing at 10865. Premium lowers the interest rate to one percent for a 20 year term. State officials praise the result as a strong vote of confidence in the administration.
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New York
McKinley Prosperity Tour Praised By Supporters
A fragmentary report describes William McKinley’s US tour praising prosperity. It claims he meets upper class audiences and enjoys lavish entertainment while presenting a message of national ease and happiness. The text references San Francisco and elite social circles.
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MooKinley
United States
Men Kinley Visheit
Jesuitel McKinley
San Francisco
The Constitution and the Power Behind the Veil
A fragmentary editorial polemic contrasts McKinley with Lincoln and argues the president is powerless without Congress. It critiques Supreme Court insular cases, questions constitutional breadth, and proposes replacing the old framework to fit centralized power advocates. The piece attributes the view to Jefe fergon and Adama, rallying for welfare and unity of the United States amid a thirteen state or larger union.
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Supreme Court
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Basis of Wall Street Prosperity Yet Again
Lewiston Tribune notes Henry Clews weekly circular mirrors Wall Street and forecasts higher stock prices driven by factors such as a Supreme Court decision, Cuba island governance terms, and London market shifts. It warns that prosperity hinges on government actions and court rulings enabling syndicate goals and Morgan’s return from Europe, urging radical reforms to protect all people.
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Henry Clews
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Supreme Court
Cuba
Islind
Londe Shorts
Pacific
London
New York
P. Morson
J. Pierrepont Morgan
Europe
180 Tons Per Day Capacity Reported for Smelter Stack
Scott, in charge of smelter construction, says the stack under installation will reach 180 tons per day. The furnace measures 38 by 120 inches and nine feet deep, with a similar unit once built in Colorado delivering 180 tons daily for a 100 ton design. This development interests mining and milling men across Baker, Owyhee, Wood River, and counties in Washington and Idaho.
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Baker, Owyhee
Wood River
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Idaho
Two Mile Limit Staiis Case Affirms Damages Award
The supreme court affirms the lower court in Sifers v. Johnson Blaine county. Sifers claimed damages from sheep owned by Johnson after trespass and destruction of pasture within two miles of his residence. The ruling cites statutes prohibiting grazing within two miles of an owner’s dwelling and possession claims.
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Va. O. P
Quarles
National Educational Association Trip Rates Detroit July
The National Educational Association announces rail half fare rates to the NEA meeting in Detroit July 8 to 12 with a $2.00 annual membership and travel dates July 2 and 3. Tickets limited going by July 9 and return within 60 days. Northern Pacific offers similar rates with added route choice and stopovers. Local hotels listed with varied rates. for details contact O G Frederick Detroit and J A Bunex Lansing.
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Detroit
Cadillac
N. Boa
Russel House
Normandie
St. Claire
Oriental
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Library Parke
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Miami Ave
Mich
J. A. Bunex
Terrible Explosion Injures Woman in Kirkman Iowa
A gasoline stove caused a severe burn on a Kirkman resident reported by N. 2B. Palmer. Despite initial treatment the sore worsened until Bgcklen's Arnica Salve cured it. The ad promotes the salve for cuts, sores, boils, and skin ailments at RW Sorry's drugstore for 25 cents.
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Kirkman
Bgcklen
Sorry
Granite Mountain Gold Mining Co organized at Huntington
A new mining company, Granite Mountain Gold Mining Co, with 1,000,000 shares at 1 each, organized at Huntington last Saturday. Officers elected include B. J. Steever president and J. A. Equals vice president. The Weatherixg Baker County district near Burnt River valley hosts extensive dredge boats and rich Conner Creek mines nearby. Also mentions DeVire's Witch Hazel Salve cure for a Virginia man’s facial sore, promoted by Davis Drug Co.
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Huntington
B. J. Steever
J. A. Equals
Weiser
H. i Freelove
AR Niles
Huntington Bank
M.N. Thompson
Baker City
Conner Creek
Amusing the Baby and Household Goods Sale
Parents entrust infants to children, with mishaps possible. The ad notesBaby Jumpers Go Carts Carriages and other devices to amuse babies at pleasing prices. Also offers a complete stock of Furniture Carpets and Household Goods.
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