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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1899
Page
1
A special train of seven cars brings 500 visitors to Weiser for a gala occasion. Prominent locals promenade in view, as the Great Occasion is celebrated with festive proceedings and public attention.
In Washington County a northern extension is planned as rails creep northward. The inaugural ceremonies feature fielding speeches, band performances, and a welcoming crowd in Weiser and Nampa. Officials from Oregon Short Line and state leaders attend, with hopes for regional prosperity from the Pin RR project.
A district gathering in Weiser celebrates the Pacific and Idaho Northern project. Speakers praise promoter Thomas Bates and prophecy a future city powered by rail, copper, and regional wealth as the copper spike is driven to symbolize progress and unity.
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