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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1903
Page
2
The Weiser Signal notes 1903 1904 British naval estimates totaling 179184265 with 30 new battleships and a large minor vessels fleet. army demands a 267600 man regular force increase. It mocks religious zeal as nations boost spiritual populations of hell and heaven, ending with a satirical hymn line about heathens.
A revived Mineral mining camp seeks an immediate wagon road to Weiser connecting the locality to county seats and commerce. Proponents argue the road will restore activity, stage service, and markets for ranchers and merchants, with an estimated cost of about 2500 dollars.
Warning on dangers of colds and grip and promoting Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a safe preventive. Claims thousands used it with no pneumonia cases and that it cures cold or grip faster than other treatments. Notes it is pleasant and safe and sold by all druggists.
A gold ring engraved with initials and a date is found and may be reclaimed by the owner who applies to Charles W. Luck et al. and pays advertising charges.
A former inmate describes eight months at the Blackfoot Asylum, detailing initial terror, eventual work in gardens fields and orchards, kindness from staff, and a view of the institution as a place that educated through care. He credits Dr Given and wardens, notes freedom to choose healthful activities, and expresses hope and moral purpose.
Examinations for 8th grade pupils will be held on the last Friday and Saturday in March and the last Friday and Saturday in May at multiple district schools including Council Cambridge Caprum Salubria Middle Valley Mann Creek Sunnyside the Flat Weiser and others as needed. Any district student may attend and papers will be graded by the county superintendent. Graduating exercises will occur at several locations with participants from those exams. Also contains an advertisement for Acker's Blood Elixir and Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and an estray notice for ten horses north of Welxor with details and a sale if unpaid.
An advert promotes Ely Adquid Cream Bali for catarrhal troubles. It claims nasal cleansing and healing, describes a sprayable liquid with a 600 wien bottle, and notes a 75 cent price including a sprayer tube. It urges trial and mentions customers with varying preferences for automizers.
An elderly voter recounts a political dispute over a promised suit of clothes if Adams won the county sheriff race. He recalls voting for Polk and Dallas, reflects on past politics and wages, and notes the Signal consulted republicans who urge Towell to honor the bet to preserve party honor.
Seed is Just recieved by Mathew & Moul ton a full car load of fine seed oats. First come, first served. 80 send in your orders quick. Mathews & Moutron. Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets cures dyspepsia and all disorders arising from indigestion. Endorsed by physicians everywhere. Sold by all druggists. No cure no pay. 25 cents. Trial package free by writing to W. H. Hooker & Co. Buffalo, N Y.
A Weiser advertisement promotes a comprehensive bulk seed sale at Kimball's featuring alfalfa timothy blue grass red clover white clover orchard grass brome grass Essex rape vetches and onion sets red and yellow. Save money on bulk seeds.
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