Weiser Signal March 21 1901 Tolstoi and global issues
The Weiser Signal notes Count Tolstoi declared immune by the Russian church over liberal views, and questions how he evaded Siberian exile. It mentions California shipping vegetables to the Philippines and a government commission to teach potato farming. It also covers McKinley’s inaugural peace claim, army size debates, and China’s evolving power, with scarce coherent ties.
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Count Tolstoi
Siberia
California
Philippines
Islands
Balmoo wagon road bill signed for 12000 grant
The governor signed the Little Balmoo wagon road bill appropriating 12000 for construction and the commissioners have received their appointments. Work will begin as soon as possible. Completion will provide a long desired public thoroughfare, greatly boosting county prisons, industry and dormant prospects by improving road connections.
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Indus
Conference of American republics to meet in Mexico City
Dispatches from South and Central American republics accept invitations to a conference of American republics to be held in Mexico City next October. The United States directs preliminary work from Washington with cooperation of southern representatives as delegates are chosen or considered.
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Ctty
Mexico
Washington
United States
Pat Krager
South African Republic
Olnce
Robert
Weyler- Kitchner
Benjamin Harrison laid to rest in Crown Hill Cemetery
March 17 marked the burial of former President Benjamin Harrison in Crown Hill Cemetery Indianapolis. Attended by President McKinley and Cabinet members, his funeral was simple yet grand, reflecting a sober tribute to a long public life.
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Benjamin Harrison
United States
Crown Hall
Indianapolis
President McKinley
Idaho Sixth Session praised for honesty and progress
An editorial on Idaho's sixth legislative session lauds its honesty, economy, and lack of scandal. It praises Governor Hunt's vetoes, notes key lawmakers like Sen. Houlahan and Rep. Adams, and reflects on public sentiment toward legislation and governance. It also includes a long reflection on General Harrison's deathbed remarks about England's conduct in South Africa.
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Idaho
Hunt
Washington County
Houlahan
Senate
Ress
Koward Adama
Marvin Kilborn
Costly baubles inflation in British naval budget
The Briven naval estimates show 1901 1902 outlay at 30 807 900 pounds up 1 000 000 from last year. Funds earmarked for thirty new ships including three battleships six armored cruisers and an expanded officer crew. Belief that navy spending acts as insurance for ocean commerce, with growing taxpayer burden. England may seek a loan of two bun.
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Briven Naval
Charles Beresford
San Francisco Chronicle
England
Europe
Earth
Hampton Roads
Manila
Olympia
Santiago
Debate Over Naval Arms and Rail Expansion in Western U S
A Lewiston Tribune essay argues battle ships and torpedo boats show shifting naval priorities while rail and river infrastructure grow. It cites costs, monitors evolving alongside newer tech, praises Pacific Northwest rail lines, and notes the Salmon River region as a western mining hub with potential narrow gauge expansion.
North and South Road Sees Rail Progress Spurred by Mines
The article notes rising prospects for a north south railroad through a rugged region as mining drives traffic. It highlights Pingch Campbell’s Blue Jacket mine on Sakmon river linked to the P and LN line from Weiser to Lewiston. With Seven Devils copper reserves and timber, local business could sustain rail expansion toward Lewiston.
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Yano
Pingch & Campbell
Blue Jacket
Sakmon
Weiser
Lewiston
Seven Devils
Old Pat and St Patrick’s Trial on Treland Island
An ancient Treland tale recalls St Patrick facing a pagan trial in a round tower perched over the sea. The chief hears the saint’s teachings, declares the doctrine beneficial, and offers Pat a chance to be heard, promising light and hope in the afterlife.
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Treland
Patrick
Isle
Bioldly
Dominican General Convokes Chapter in Ghent June 25
The Superior General of the Dominicans convokes a general chapter meeting in Ghent on June 25 to discuss the order’s conditions in the Philippines France and South America. The Dominicans, disciples of St Dominic, have existed since A D 1216 and remain active in missionary work advancing the Catholic faith.
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Order of Dominicans
Ghent
Philippines
France
South America
Dominic
Working 24 Hours a Day and Other Patent Remedies
An old newspaper ad column touts Dr King s New Life Pills and One Minute Cough Cure as universal tonics curing torpid liver biliousness malaria and coughs. Also advertises a soda water plant for sale in Weiser Idaho with business training and property included.
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Dr. King
R. W. Smith
L. K. Daus
Weiser
Tdaho
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BR KE. Lockwood
High
McKinley
M&e
Harrison
Nouhine
Republic
South Africa
Adams
Jefferson
Tom Paine
Lincoln
Grant
The
Thompson
Summercamp & Co
Oregon
Lewiston Tribune
Union Pacific
Philippine Islands
Pat
Davis Drua Co
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