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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1904
Page
1
A four year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Fine drowned in a ditch near their East home on Sunday afternoon. The child slipped into the muddy bank and was swept downstream before being found near Monroe. Funeral services were held at the Christian church with many mourners in attendance.
Weiser camp neighbors presented a musical and literary program at the Odd Fellows hall. A large audience enjoyed coffee and cake after the performances. Acts included Mrs Connaughton Josephine Jones Miss Flora Falls Fannie Phelps and several musical pieces and humorous readings.
Mowe and Brainard, researchers from Payette to the Salt Lake Tribune base, work on an 18th century canal era project about an electric road from the river to Homett. Preliminary line activity drew 8000 visitors for a public viewing and food stalls remain open.
Ondered Milling Plant reports that Iron Springs M M Go will install a milling plant on its property this season. Superintendent F Macey placed an order during an eastern trip and a 200 ton cyanide plant will be added. An electric plant is already completed and the mines and mill will be illuminated. Macey departed for the camp with about 20 men to ready operations, with about 100 employed this season.
Classified notice directs buyers to georgia eight Good ing agent Weiser Land and Improvement Co office in Waterhouse Anderson Building for multiple Watlington additions lots.
An early morning accident on the Salmon River stage near the lake caused a horse to slip and pull the outfit into the river. Passengers and driver escaped unharmed. mail and baggage were saved and sleds will be hauled out today. Matinee at the opera house tomorrow Thursday at 4 pm with tickets 15 cents for children 26 cents for adults.
Heavy rains cause road damage and landslides around Midvale stalling traffic on Monday. Officials report widespread closures and avalanche-like debris along key routes while crews assess the worst affected zones and begin temporary repairs.
The Salt Lake Tribune reports a new $2,500,000 company in Salt Lake City to harness Shoshone Twin and Augur falls for power. Rumor says Oregon Short Line may back the venture to electrify its engines, with officials denying interest yet showing familiarity. An electrical engineer says the water power nearby could justify a switch from steam to electric, noting costs and long distance transmission advances.
Emmett aims to regain historic role as a timber shipping hub with two new mills and a possible third from the Weyerhauser syndicate. The plan includes clearing the Payette river bed, storing logs on Fuller Island, and a payroll of about 400 workers. Construction could start next fall, with operations beginning in spring next year. Emmett Index reports.
A bowling match between Huntington and Wewer teams is set at Robinson's Amusement Ball on Saturday evening March 26 at 600. Admission is 25 cents. The Weise team four includes Thos Leon Captain Plesk Jones George Tomes J A Motuoe and Walter Hour.
The Outlook Club will present The World Builders or the Wonders of Oxygen at the Opera House on Saturday evening March 26. It is the final lecture in the course.
A fierce blaze devastated a Tenderloin dwelling last night. A woman perished in the flames while neighbors and authorities worked to determine the fire’s origin. The scene prompted a rapid firefighting response and an investigation into possible causes.
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Colonel Butcher, contractor backing Jerry White, travels from Baker City to Boise and says he may pause action against Weiser city over 5 percent withheld and cost of alterations on the Weiser light and water plants. He plans to consult with Mr. Borah before moving, noting city elections soon.
A grassland blaze on a southwest Meadows ranch destroyed the Clark home of Will Cadby family. Mrs Cadby rescued three year old Rita and later found the child had followed to safety. Fire caused by a unjointed stovepipe.
Public notice states Lem purchased the Central Moat Market butcher shop and business and will fill orders promptly with guaranteed satisfaction. Aimed at customers, the message pledges reliable service and complete handling of all orders.
C F Macey general manager of the Iron Springs M and M Osio Rapid river district returns from an extended eastern trip with Mrs Macey. He says extensive development work is planned this season including a new mill and supplies. The company also aims to complete a wagon road from the property to Pollock and transport gear to the mines. Macey leaves for the mines Monday via Meadows and Pollock. An illustrated Boer heroes lecture is set for next Thursday at the Opera House with 25 cent admission.
G W McDowell of Ladd Metals, based in Minera, traveled from Mineral Ideba to the psmp and back home that evening. He cites local prosperity hurdles tied to halting pond developments and the company’s operations.
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