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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
4
In a May 21 1900 issue the writer rails against imperialist policy and the McKinley administration. They warn against a monarchy in America and condemn foreign influence while praising republican ideals and patriotism. News also notes miners and prospectors arriving in Thunder Mountain and calls for improved communication and infrastructure.
A long exploration of Weiser name origins reveals doubts about a German wanderer giving the river and town their names. The article recounts Lewis and Clark 1803 travel near the Snake and Weiner waters, noting abundant wild ducks along the valley and early spellings of the area.
A Spokane Review summary notes a mining boom at Buffalo Hump with rising press, miners, and operators. Investors back extensive surface shows and rich ore bodies, while the key issue is building a 12 mile wagon road to Idaho County to enable rapid development and capital returns.
A naturalist notes the river journeying to a junction with the Lewis or Snake and describes a vast number of ducks. He assigns the river a ninefold generic species name, a term rendered as Weaser, claimed as the authentic origin of the river’s name, previously undisclosed.
A solemn tribute recalls marching songs and the returning veterans of the Civil War. The lines invoke the tramp of American sailors and soldiers, the surrender at Appomattox, and Memorial Day honors for fallen comrades.
The Spectator and other press express alarm at the United States abandoning the Monroe Doctrine and pursuing imperialism and trade expansion. They note Americas vast resources and willingness to use power, while European leaders doubt united English-speaking nations could resist American designs. They deem America the greatest nation with unmatched military power.
The passage reflects on a great power whose past restraint in conquest shifts to self-interested inspection of wealth and glory. It contrasts the nation’s historic role as a stabilizing force with a looming empire’s appetite, provoking global whispers of awe and fear.
J. J. Rooney composes a lament from the Transvaal about Burgher Smit and Burgher Swit. The verses honor fallen soldiers like Smit and Bolt while picturing families at home, the trek of the trekboers, and the call of mother and land. The poem blends devotion, danger, and duty within a colonial frontier frame.
The Idaho Mining Journal argues that success hinges on faith and patient investment in prospects. It cautions against cheap stock to profit quickly, notes the value of co‑funded ventures, and condemns the “gamester’s ring” approach while highlighting the limits of bonanza prices and district competition.
A miner weighs prospect value by owner faith and self belief. With little surface mineral, faith may uncover vast hidden ore and persuade outside capital. When mineral is found and managed well, small investors on the ground floor can reap large gains if the venture succeeds.
The text argues mining must be a progressive industry with collaboration between prospect owners and capitalists. It warns that pairing small owners with investors inflates prices, turning prospects into property. If a project cannot become a paying mine, sell to capable buyers rather than waste time on futile efforts.
An advert claims dull headaches pains in the body and feverish symptoms indicate impure blood. It touts Acker's Blood Elixir as a universal cure for scrofulous or syphilitic poisons and other blood diseases, with a positive guarantee and sale by T. Williams, druggist.
R B Washington D C and return May 17 18 price 850 75 Detroit and return May 19 20 price 851 00 Milwaukee and return June 2 price 845 80 Three trains daily with ample time for sighting Echo Weber Canons Witches Bocks Devil's Slide Green River Bluff advertised. For details contact nearest O L ticket agent or H M Olay General Agent Salt Lake City Utah.
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