14 Nov 1901
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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1901
Page
1
A brief account notes conditions in the Boer country as reviewed by a Union of South Africa official, detailing political and social aspects within the republic.
Wm Brammer and family, recent arrivals from Hanover, Germany, recount years in Transvaal as railway fireman and prisoner of war. he argues England will be expelled from South Africa and credits Boer franchise resistance and native sympathy, while praising Dewet and Botha and notingCape Colony Boers may join the fight.
The Weiser district court hears the Stuart vs Holter and Hauser case over the 7 16ths interests in Peacock South Peacock Helena White Monument and De Corral mines. Testimony spans seven days with value claimed at one million dollars. Reports claim possible schemes to fleece Lewis A Hall, but Hall's representatives say the matter is wild and unsubstantial.
The Idaho Free Press details a fatal incident at Whitebird on November 6 where Burne and his wife, residents of Boise’s Tenderloin district, quarrelled in a saloon. The man likely left to fetch a gun, returned, shot his wife in the neck, then killed himself. No inquest will be held.
The article notes a strong three-way link among the P. & I. N. Weiser smelter and the Seven Devils mines with rail transportation. Work stoppages could slow both mines and the smelter, while future activity depends on continued rail access and investment. Also mentions local business, clubs, and upcoming fairs.
A mill acquired an additional one hundred stamps for Timber Mountain, expanding its milling operations and supply capabilities. Local records note the procurement as part of ongoing upgrades to the site.
Colonel Dewey, en route from Pittsburg to the state, bought a 100 stamp mill from Alice Chalmera Co. for Frew gold development. The plant, with 48 six foot concentrators, 300 HP Corlisa edging, and three large boilers, will be delivered May 15 and operate by next year. The sawmill runs day and night supplying cabins and ore houses as winter nears.
Ferdinand Alers from Helena Tuovidsy arrived on a business trip and reported smooth progress among district mines. He eyes the Red Ledge Deep Creek, Hard Rock and Never Sweat claims with partners Joe Brown and J. H. McDaniela, adjoining El Victoria. A deal for these three properties is anticipated, located northeast of Peacock properties and bonded to Boston & Seven Devils Co and Victoris owned by Weiser partners. Reports indicate strong ore bodies and growing development, boosting camp prospects.
Following President Roosevelt example Governor Hunt designates November 28 as a day of praise and thanksgiving to God in keeping with time honored custom. The proclamation aligns the state with a tradition of religious observance during Thanksgiving.
New subscribers to the 816441 include J. H. Clare Emil Matzdock Weiser Mia Edwin Clark Meadows A A Seay Brannon J F Daveo Boston Mass Thomas Neighbors Thunder Mountain Renewala M O Bull Minstat John Jeffreys Weiser.
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