Move Bodies of Early Pioneers
The Pendleton Tribune recalls the 1878 Bannock war killings near Butter Creek. Four West pioneers were killed. two men died outright, one, Jewell, lingered eight days. Their remains are to be moved from the old cemetery to Olney cemetery with costs borne by O. L. Jewell and Nelson family.
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Pendleton Tribune
West
Umatilla County
Jackinestreet
Olney
Hhey
L Jewel
Anderson
Ke Skelly
E. B. Nelson
James Nelson
Buttercreek
Butter
Potts
Gunn
Jewell
Nelson
W. Jewell
L. Jewell
User
Idaho
Mr. Jewell
Pendleton
Mr. Nelson
Mr. Skelly
J. E. Freeman
Freeman
Galloway Truss Exhibit At State Fair Receives Mixed Response
A fragment notes concerns over credit given for an exhibit by UM Galloway at the state fair. It mentions Hin pie Webb Edmundeoo Dow Nameron and others, with a reference to A. Allen of Meridian who showed 200 farm product specimens and won a prize. the overall display drew mixed recognition and apathy from the audience.
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Cot
Pie
Webb
Edmundeoo
Dow Nameron
Sue Witte
Ovemas
A. Allen
Meridian
Timeelt
Rankin Company Continues Work Amid Legal Case
Rankin Company presses ahead with milling plant construction in a disputed property case involving James Rees and James Potter. Work continues in two shifts with the high line flume nearly done and the lower cross-cut tunnel progressing. A 800 foot water wheel ditch and flame are under construction to supply power, and the main ledge remains about 100 feet ahead. Whichever outcome the suit yields, the company intends to complete its milling operations.
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James Rees
James Potter
Rankin Company
Stewart
District Court
Hunting Accident at Hailey Claims Rancher Patton
Edward Patton, a Silver Creek rancher near Hailey, was shot and killed by Fred Seiloff in what police describe as an accidental hunting mistake. Patton, without a family after a divorce, was mistaken for a crane while Fred and Otto Seiloff hunted on Silver Creek. authorities arrested Fred Seiloff as a suspect.
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Edward Patton
Silver Creek
Hailey
Fred Seiloff
Fred
Otto Seiloff
Patton
Seiloff
Candee's Short Order House Ad Promises Dinvers and Oyster Soup
An old newspaper blurb promotes Candee's Short Order House offering chicken dinvers and fresh oyster soups on Sundays. Located near O. M. Harvey's with 48-pd Harris and Rockman as props. Domestic and imported cigars are advertised for sale.
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O. M. Harvey's
Harris & Rockman
Change in Pine Creek road item questioned by chairman
A statement presented to the county board recounts an affidavit from J A Manguss sworn September 28 1903 noting Nelson Phillips chairman of the Washington County board asked for favors to assist a road change in district 10 Pine Creek South Pine Creek and mentions William Jones objecting but later expresses satisfaction with a gateway. notary J H Anderson attested.
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Board of County Commissioners
Pine Creek Road
J. H. Anderson
Said
J. A. Marques
Lhgt
Nelson Phillips
Washington County
South
Pine Creek
William Jones
Nelson G. Phillips
J. A. Manguss
Barge work completes bridge construction milestone
Barge activity and testing along the river near Beyondleet indicate completion of the Snake over bridge. Workers, including Benne te lanking ae Hime, oversee final piping and alignment as the project advances toward river sections forged at the foot of Beyondleet.
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Nerges le de Uaed
Beyondleet
Louie
Benne Te Lanking
Hk le Pipling
Ponandle
Weiser Choral Club Invitation to Attend Free Choir Instruction
Weiser Choral Club invites all interested in choral work to receive the benefit of instruction. The club seeks able leaders and voice talent to join under capable guidance at a forthcoming session in Weiser. RSVP welcome for those who wish to improve singing skills and participate in club activities.
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Weiser Choral Club
Roy Eels
Iron Mountain Gold Mining Company Takes Over Iron Mountain Claims
John Gerbrich reports that the Iron Mountain Gold Mining company, backed by the American Smelting syndicate, has acquired a half interest in four claims and a full claim on Iron Mountain. Development reveals large copper and gold ore ledges. A president is due within two weeks to start winter operations, with a proposed wagon road from Weiser to connect the mines to regional routes. Local prospectors Seigwein and Weaver continue development, signaling Iron Mountain's rise as a major Washington county mining district.
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John Gerbrich
Signal
Washington County
Mr. Gerbrich
J. ©. Andrews
Iron Mountain
Iron Mountain Gold Mining Company
American Smelting Company
Strong
Salt Lake
Andrews
Weiser
Gerbrich
Stacey Creek
Jeffreys
Middle Valley
Mineral
John Seigwein
Joe Weaver
Garbrich
Gold quartz strikes reported at Marshall Lake district
A city report describes remarkable ore discoveries on two Kimberly properties owned by Dr. Law and Mr. Hill. The Jewel hosts a large high grade body, about 10 feet wide, with another sizable zone opened on the other property. Gradings were said to be good and exploration ongoing under supervision of local officials.
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Marshall Lake District
Kimberly
Law
Hill
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Orderdiary
Wealbaglow
Sally
Lipiana
Candee’s
Washington
J. H. Avognson
Notary Public
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Biya
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Smelter Trust
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