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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
4
The Weiser Signal notes that extending the P I N line to Meadows will unlock lumber industry potential, creating employment, attracting capital, and linking the county to Thunder Mountain and Warren mining districts with plans for subsequent branch lines. The change is seen as a major local asset expansion and economic booster.
A communication from Frank Harris opposes the Gates franchise bonding plan. The page urges open discussion before election day to ensure voters are well informed. A heavy taxpayer proposes a public meeting with Mr. Gates to address objections and outline the water and light plant proposal.
The United States completed the transfer of control of the island to President Palma and the Cuban congress at noon on May 20, under Roosevelt orders. Governor Wood delivered power as Havana rejoiced with hundreds of thousands in celebratory festivities and a flag ceremony aboard the Brooklyn.
The Herald argues soldiers are fallible like any workers and should face criticism. It notes that risk is not exclusive to soldiers and cites mail clerks with higher violent mortality, challenging the view that army members are beyond reproach.
A local resident argues against issuing $15,000 in bonds for a water and light system, contending the ordinance violates state constitutional provisions that bar cities from lending credit or funding private entities. The author notes claimed benefits for water, fire protection, street sprinkling, and sewer flushing, but rejects the proposed annual payment.
A Salt Lake Herald editorial challenges loyalists who defend army abuses in the Philippines, denouncing murder claims, criticizing protection of wrongdoers, and insisting a dangerous murder is still murder despite authority. It condemns evasions and calls for accountability.
A discussion on a proposed water and light plant notes that state law requires free water for fire and public needs and that municipal ownership could be attained with earnest effort. Opponents warn against municipal control loss, while supporters argue the city can fund and control a superior system. The constitution is invoked to avoid harm from the ill considered proposal.
Delinquent taxes for Washington County are scheduled for public sale on July 7 1902. The notice lists numerous parcels including Watlington's Add to Weiser lots and Cambridge divisions with owners such as John W Ayers Frank Adams estate and James Hopper. Tax collector A Dalily urges payment of taxes and costs to avoid sale at the county courthouse in Welger.
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