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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1900
Page
6
A concise review details mineral production trends over the last year, highlighting changes in refined precious metals output. It notes shifts in key sectors, comparative totals, and potential drivers behind the observed increases or declines in supply.
The Idaho Mining Journal reports 1899 gold output rose from 1898, with U S production up from $65,082,430 to $72,483,055 and world gold at $313,954,468. Silver output in the United States rose by about 4,000,000 ounces from 1898, with Mexico increasing to 1,791,174 kilograms. Copper production grew 10.6 percent in 1899, accounting for 65 percent of world copper, while copper trusts and Montana's output influenced overall trends and prices. The piece notes rising demand for silver and copper amid broader industry shifts and investment.
The article notes last year’s average price in Missouri and current ranges, with copper, lead, nickel, quicksilver, tin, coal, and aluminum outputs for 1899. It cites declines in lead due to Coner d'Alenes troubles, records United States and world production, and price fluctuations, highlighting demand, smelter influence, and supply dynamics.
Idaho woolgrowers met in Boise last week and passed strong resolutions against public range leasing. Ex-Lieut. Gov. Bierbower leaves for Boise seeking climate aid. The Nampa Leader notes Idaho Midland railway progress as Bates reports funds to build 40 miles this season. Boise reports three mild smallpox cases and local sidewalk programs continue.
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