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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1897
Page
4
A mosaic of items from politics to society, the item list surveys royal talk, press trends, crime notes, urban events, and public concerns. It mentions Crown Prince of Corea, Cuba, and shifting public morals, with varied anecdotes about urban life and technology.
Later day prospecting in the Black Hills rekindles interest as old shafts in Cripple Creek and Colorado hold renewed activity. Adventurers seek richer yields while miners debate geology and the viability of new finds amid low grade ore and shifting markets.
The text notes a long dispute over land transferred from Nebraska to Iowa as the Missouri River changes course. It mentions a Supreme Court ruling on accretions and government land surveys while reporting social scenes and neighborly anecdotes, reflecting a mix of legal and local topics in a fragmented era.
Grand jury report accuses Prosecuting Attorney Lord and Portland Police Chairman Davia of gambling and prostitution rings. It alleges officers shielded suspects, detailing a Chinese lottery scam and ring leaders. Napoleon Bayly and Charles Lind named as responsible. note closes with death of Colonel Haller.
Fragmentary text references a U S pioneer, a war veteran, and mentions of a martial career. It notes years old, a majority attainment, and an officer appointment after a competitive exam. The passage also alludes to loyalties, civil conflict, and a notable New York musician linked to committee work.
Fragmented OCR text recounts religious liberty claims, protests, and political involvement across counties. It mentions governors, legal actions, and alleged violence tied to religious groups, with scattered names and places, suggesting a chaotic regional crisis and investigations.
A triple murder case unfolds at Red Banks with a mother and daughter killed and a lover wounded. Qualls, a former ranch worker, confronts Lily Brooks at the scene, killing the daughter and mother and wounding the girl’s lover before escaping as the house burns.
Reading through a garbled report the article notes mining legislation before the legislature. It mentions Minister of Mines presenting provisions, inspectors enforcing safety measures, and concerns over ventilation, shaft safety, ladders, belts, and equipment. Names and places include Victoria and Nanaimo with references to inspectors and workers.
A lengthy report details the Grant funeral ceremonies with President McKinley and cabinet in attendance. It describes the presidential procession to the tomb, crowd scenes, naval and military displays, and Mrs Grant’s silent vigil as mourners gathered at Arlington and nearby sites.
Fragmented OCR describes financial figures and bank activity in Washington with references to January and May dates, a national bank, costs around six thousand dollars, and possible notes on reserves or canisters. The passage is garbled but centers on banking terms and a monetary amount.
The article argues Virginia produced or inspired a large share of U S presidents, noting Virginias natives and adjacent states like Ohio. It debates birthplace parity with Old Dominion, suggesting Virginias central political position and availability shaped national leadership across multiple administrations.
An OCR fragment recounts a stern father figure, a Spartan setting, and harsh testing through physical and verbal coercion. It describes long punishments, bells, and forced labor, with a focus on the child’s endurance and the elder’s insistence on discipline within a constrained garden scene.
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