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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1897
Page
1
Breen Yaw Breen accused in Ling Valley murder near Weiser Idaho as police investigate a possible connection to the Bank of Weiser robbery. Authorities declined comment on motive while detailing the suspect's background and the ongoing inquiry with local agencies.
A grim murder near Van Wyck, Long Valley unfolds after two men drift through on a freight run. John Decker, killed by two shots to the head, was found wrapped and dragged to a gulch. suspect D. St. Clair was arrested in Van Wyck with money and a bloody coat, awaiting a preliminary hearing.
The article notes that shipments from Nendorf Port Idaho drew attention from Chicago newspapers, highlighting a surge in Fenit related goods. Officials discuss routing, timing, and economic impact on regional trade networks and employment.
The Chicago market notes a large Idaho fruit consignment arriving on South Water Street, with seven or eight cars of apples and plums, chiefly Jonathan and Bellflower varieties. Idaho apples are praised for flawless color and absence of blemish, signaling Idaho as a rising rival to California in high grade fruit. The piece cites packing quality and mentions the Idaho season matching California in timing, with faster transport to Chicago. A separate School Report covers district No. 7 in Council Valley, Idaho, detailing days taught, attendance, and names of pupils and patrons. It also references local civic notes about reactivating the Arid Club for hospitality and a lengthy editorial on local civic life and humor.
The Statesman faces criticism for snobbery toward royalty as readers praise the Queen's grandaire. An elderly miner, over 70, known for simple living, visits Boise with family and fondly recalls Civil War ties. He resided near Garden Valley and returns to his mine after a week of warm reception.
The Citizen cites incorporation papers for Bay City Mining Company with 53000 capital to develop a 12 square mile Idaho placer claim near Lardo Boisee county. Directors include Cooley Irving W Snyder and R Murch Dolson. Water rights secured. mining slated to begin March.
Old advertisement claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve offers healing for chapped hands corns boils and skin problems with guarantees and money back option. Mentions vendors and price per box with garbled brand names and incorrect spellings.
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