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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1891
Page
4
The Weiser Signal cites reader complaints about support for the paper and condemns critics who withhold funds. It recalls a past incident in which US soldiers killed a husband and father, urging inquiry. It critiques damaged bridges, noting Monroe creek and Main Street structures and inaction by authorities.
Local notes from Meadows Idaho April 28 1891 discuss plans to attract capital to build a railroad from Weiser through the upper country with Payette securing the Hornett creek right of way. Citizens warn Salubria Welser residents to act before Payette eclipses them. Also updates on farming, illness, road work, post office move, and town notices.
A fragmented note cites parallel oases in Weiser and critiques Arbor Day plans. It questions the wisdom of subscribing readers, mocks self-importance, and contains assorted social observations about behavior and community norms.
A column from Weiser reports small town events and notes. Trees’ beauty prompts talks of more planting while five year old Mable Cope breaks her arm. Local crafts praise Idaho Commercial lettering. A proposed trip by the Weiser orchestra to Bend or to see the president is undecided. Iron capitalist HL P Hussey plans to visit to inspect mines with potential $500,000 cash. May day dances raise funds but short of needed schoolyard tone, plans for another dance loom. Vendome hotel trade remains strong with many daily visitors. Mark Musgrove heads to mines. Baker Democrat mentions Mark’s departure from Weiser. Large influx of strangers observed over fifteen years. Parker canvasses for James Garren Stock Register, with prior health-related contract issues resolved. The Farmers Alliance meets in Sulubba on Friday May 8. Milt Canary relocates his barber shop upstairs in Sommer & Gertie building. Miss Katelin Webly visits from Tepnor to see her ailing brother at Mann Creek. Conrad Grab receives word from M A Ward about selling Hilgant property to open a saloon and boarding house in the Devils district. Mrs Doctor Shirley learns of her mother M J Swearinger’s pneumonia death in Washington City. Eugene Lorton, Idaho Citizen editor, visits from Salubria to accept the offer.
Arbor Day will be observed in Salubria with Rev Elton giving a talk, followed by rationing and singing by students. A basket dinner will be served and the day will include tree planting on the school grounds by the engineer of the day. The event follows a recent fire and is praised as a commendable civic effort.
To the public the merchants Sommer and Gorrie deny rumors of leaving their current location. They announce plans to start a branch house at Salubrin while keeping full stock and prices low at their present store, thanking patrons for support.
A heartfelt thanks to those who generously aided during the late fire loss. Mrs and Mr W. D. Shaw express gratitude for acts of kindness. Also advertised are mohair dress goods at 10 cents per yard and challis at 14 yards for $1, regular 10 cents per yard.
The sheriff sale notice outlines an execution issued by the district court of the third judicial district in Idaho Washington county. Me Metinegor sued Do We McCully W Townly and M L Hoyt Wor and obtained a judgment for 539.27 plus costs. The sheriff levies on defendant LW Metailey property described as the west half of the west quarter and south east quarter of the north half, with appurtenances in Washington County Kedah. The sale is set for May be held at the courthouse.
Local note hints Water Company aims to attract customers facing water woes and rising costs. The piece references BW attention, winter washouts, and ongoing efforts to persuade readers to renew by highlighting potential beauty and light for another year.
Notice from the Washington County Idaho probate court regarding the estate of John Smith deceased. Administrator invites creditors and claimants to file with vouchers within four months from first publication. References to lands, mining district, and potential forfeiture terms. date and signer appear garbled.
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