An illustrated history of north Idaho : embracing Nez Perces, Idaho, Latah, Kootenai and Shoshone counties, state of Idaho, Part 1

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DISTORY A NORTH IDAHO

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GENEALOGY COLLECTION

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AN ILLUSTRATED

HISTORY

NORTH IDAHO

EMBRACING

NEZ PERCES, IDAHO, LATAH, KOOTENAI AND SHOSHONE

COUNTIES

STATE OF IDAHO

WESTERN HISTORICAL PUBLISHING COMPANY

1903

1139193

DEDICATED

TO THE PIONEERS OF NORTH IDAHO

THE BRAVE MEN AND DEVOTED WOMEN THOSE WHO HAVE GONE AND THOSE WHO REMAIN

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PREFATORY.

N offering this volume to the public, its publishers can hardly hope that it will in all respects ineet the approval of those whose golden opinions are so ardently desired. The accuracy and com- pleteness of such a work depend not alone on the conscientiousness and care of the compilers, but more especially upon the amount and quality of the materials which happen to have been pre- served. For months the editorial force of the company has been searching with zeal and avidity for everything which could possibly throw light upon the past and present of Nez Perces, Idaho, Latah, Kootenai and Shoshone counties. Their search has not been as successful as they could wish, but they have done the best they could under the circumstances. It is thought that practically all printed matter which directly or indirectly related to the subject has been examined. Where no contemporaneous printed accounts could be found, the editors have been compelled to rely upon the testimony of pioneer settlers who took part in the events which they relate. In such cases they have, when possible, verified the statements of one man by those of another, knowing how treacherous and deceptive the memory frequently proves. But, with all vigilance, we can not feel sure that erroneous statements have not crept into the volume, and we feel constrained to invoke the kind charity of the reader to the faults he may discover.

The special histories of Latah and Kootenai counties were prepared by John M. Henderson alone; the general chapters on North Idaho and the special histories of Nez Perces, Idaho and Shoshone coun- ties by William S. Shiach, assisted by Harry B. Averill.

The compilers have almost invariably been received with courtesy by those whom they have had occasion to approach, and to all who have in any way assisted, their sincere gratitude is hereby cordially extended. To make specific acknowledgements to everyone to whom they are due is impossible, but we must in a special way bear testimony to the kindly assistance rendered by the committees who have perused the manuscript histories of the different counties, giving us the benefit of their ripe knowledge and experience.

Special acknowledgements are due the Lewiston Teller, the Lewiston Tribune, the Nez Perce News, the Idaho County Free Press, the Grangeville Standard, the Spokesman-Review, of Spokane, the Coeur d'Alene Sun, the Wallace Press, the North Idaho Star, the Moscow Mirror, the Rathdrum Tribune, and to the various other newspapers whose names are to be found in the chapter on the press, for the use of valuable files, without which a work of this character would be impossible. The congressional re- ports have given us valuable assistance, as have also the works of the various geologists who, under the direction of the department of the interior, have made geological and topographical surveys of various portions of north Idaho. Works in the Lewiston, Spokesman-Review and Wallace libraries have been pressed into service, and to the librarians of these libraries the thanks of the publishers is extended. They are also grateful to various state and county officials for courtesies cheerfully accorded in directing the compilers to sources of official information and in some instances making investigations for them.

ENDORSEMENTS.

We, the undersigned, pioneer citizens of Nez Perces County, Idaho, hereby certify that we have read the manuscript his- tory of said county to be published by the Western Historical Publishing Company with histories of the other counties of north Idaho; that we have called the attention of its author to such errors and oversights as our knowledge of events, gained by personal participation, has enabled us to detect, and that we have found it an accurate, impartial and comprehensive history, evidently the result of careful and extended research.

Signed-JAMES W. POE, JOHN P. VOLLMER, CHARLES G. KRESS.

Lewiston, Idaho, June I, 1903.

We, the undersigned, pioneer citizens of Idaho County, hereby certify that we have read the manuscript history of said county to be published by the Western Historical Publishing Company, together with histories of the other counties of north Idaho, and that we have called the attention of its author to such slight errors as our knowledge of events has enabled us to detect. We bear testimony that the said history gives evidence of being the result of extensive and careful research. We have found it an authentic, impartial and comprehensive treatise upon the subject and as such we accord it our unreserved com- mendation.

Signed-JAMES WITT, CHARLES P. CONE, A. F. PARKER.

Grangeville, Idaho, May 4, 1903.

The undersigned, pioneer settlers of Shoshone County, Idaho, hereby certify that they have read the history of said county to be published with that of other counties of north Idaho by the Western Historical Publishing Company and have called atten- tion of its compilers to such slight errors as they noticed. They cheerfully testify that the work is, to the best of their knowledge accurate and comprehensive and that it is free from partiality and sectional or class bias.

Signed-EDWARD H. MOFFITT, CHARLES MANLEY, A. D. MCKINLAY, For the Coeur d'Alenes. I. B. COWEN (County Commissioner), For southern Shoshone County.

Wallace, Idaho, July 25, 1903.

We, the undersigned, pioneer citizens of Kootenai County, Idaho, have read the manuscript history of said county, to be published by the Western Historical Publishing Company. Long residence in the county, deep interest in its progress and active participation in many of the events which constitute the record of its development, enable us to judge fairly the merits of the work. From a literary standpoint, it is a most interesting narrative; in our judgment, also, it is accurate, impartial, and reliable, and as a standard history of the county we give it our unqualified endorsement.

Signed-M. D. WRIGHT, J. G. BROPHY, A. W. POST.

Rathdrum, Idaho, June 2, 1903.

We, the undersigned, citizens of Latah County, Idaho, having been selected as a committee to pass judgment on the merits of the history of said county to be published by the Western Historical Publishing Company do hereby certify as follows:

We are pioneer residents of the county, have always taken especial interest in its development, and have been active par- ticipants in all events, the record of which constitutes its history. We have read the manuscript narrative of these events and it has our unqualified endorsement as a literary work of real merit. In the treatment of the subject it is impartial, accurate and re- liable, and is a standard history of Latah County from the date of its settlement to the present time.

Signed-J. L. NAYLOR, ROBERT H. BARTON, SAMUEL J. LANGDON.

Moscow, Idaho, July 27, 1903.

TABLE OF CONTENTS.

INTRODUCTORY.

Retrospective-Sixteenth Century Explorations in the Northwest-Eighteenth Century Discoveries-Early Commercial En- terprises-Astoria a British Possession-Repossessed by the United States-Superlative Absolutism of the Hudson Bay Company-Advent of Methodist Missionaries in the Northwest-The Oregon Controversy-Joint Occupancy Treaty Con- tinued-" Fifty-Four Forty or Fight "-Sacrifices of United States for Sake of Peace-Imminent Danger of War with Great Britain-Emperor William of Germany Arbitrates the Dispute .. 1

PART I.

GENERAL NORTH IDAHO HISTORY.

CHAPTER I. PERIOD OF PLACER MINING.

Intangible Records of Early Gold Discoveries-Indian Legends Concerning Mysterious Treasure -- Colonel E. D. Price Finds Gold on Clearwater River-Indian Opposition Prevents His Prosecution of Mining-Deluge of Humanity into Nez Perces Country- Indians Unwillingly Sign a Treaty-Steamboat Explorations in 1861-Opening of Oro Fino and Oro Grande Mining Regions-Average Earnings of Placer Miners-Description of Salmon River Mines-Stampede to Pioneer Gulch-Indians Save Life of G. A. Noble-The Dalles Subjected to Mob Rule-The Two Mining Camps of Washington and Richmond-Social Conditions-Lawlessness Punished by Judge Lynch 19

CHAPTER II. POLITICAL ORGANIZATION AND PASSING EVENTS.

Portion of Nez Perce Reservation Laid Out as a Townsite in 1861-Rapid Settlement of the Country Brings Miners' Laws to the Front-Territorial Government of Washington Organizes Shoshone County-Political Agitation for New Territorial Boundaries-Lewiston the First Capitol of Idaho-Details of an Historic Crime-Desperado Lower Demolishes a Camera --- Prompt and Effectual Action of Courts Disbands Vigilance Committees-Unpopularity of Union Sentiment in Southern Idaho-First Territorial Legislature of Idaho Convenes at Lewiston December 7, 1863-Legality Denied and Case taken to the Supreme Court of the United States-Stampede from Southern Idaho to the Coeur d'Alenes-Early Railroad History-Earthquakes.

CHAPTER 11I.

NEZ PERCE INDIAN WAR.

Savages Face to Face with Law of the Survival of the Fittest-Scare in Indian Valley-Council of August 14, 1872-De- partment of Interior Prohibits White Settlement by Order Dated April 30, 1873-Local Effects of the Order-Dilemma of the Interior Department-Letter of Governor Grover-The Wallowa Reopened to Settlement-General O. O. How- ard's Order-Cattle King Crooks Sounds an Alarm-The Norton Massacre-The Salmon River Murders-Interviews with Those Who Had Lived in the Storm Center of the War-Indians Rout Perry's Cavalry-Death of Lieutenant Theller- Last Stand of Lieutenant Theller-Forty Per Cent of Perry's Command Left Dead on the Field-Lewiston Calls for Aid -Massacre on Camas Prairie-Criticism on Generalship Displayed in the Nez Perce War-Chief Joseph Complimented on His Leadership-Looking Glass and Chief Joseph Plan a New Campaign-Captain Perry Given Chief Command at Cottonwood-Trend of the War Decidedly in Favor of the Indians-Joseph Finally Driven Toward the Buffalo Country -General Gibbon Leaves Helena for the Front-Engages the Indians and Is Wounded-Discovery of Treachery on the Part of the Bannocks-General Miles Ordered to Pursue Joseph Toward Bear Paw Mountain-Surrender of Chief Joseph

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CONTENTS.

CHAPTER 1V.

ANNEXATION -STATEHOOD-RAILROAD PROJECTS.

Growth and Development of Social Order-Idaho Legislature Memorializes Congress-Efforts to Annex Northern Idaho to Washington Territory-Stout Opposition of Residents of the Southern Portion of the Territory-Failure of Congress in 1886 to Admit Idaho to the Union-Annexation Movement on the Wane Passage of the Omnibus Bill-Draft of New Constitution Prohibits Bigamy and Polygamy -Mormons Claim That Test Oath Is in Violation of United States Consti- tution-Question Taken to Federal Supreme Court-Transportation Problem-Construction of Northern Pacific Rail- way-Activity of the Oregon Railroad & Navigation Company-Mysterious Pass in the Bitter Root Range of Mountains -Exploitations of the Oregon Short Line -- Union Pacific Railroad Company in the Field --- Clearwater Controversy-The Lewiston . Riparia Road ..

PART II.

HISTORY OF NEZ PERCES COUNTY.

CHAPTER 1.

CURRENT HISTORY.

Boundaries of the County-Tax Payers of the Early 'Seventies-Hard Times and Lack of Markets-Presence of Troops In- spires Feeling of Confidence Year of 1879 One of Progress and Prosperity-Development of the County Under Trying Conditions-Summary of the Year 1881-Murder of Chinamen in 1882-General Miles Expresses Faith in the Nez Perce Indians-Efforts to Secure Removal of County Seat from Lewiston to Moscow-Establishment of State Normal School at Lewiston-Opening of the Nez Perce Indian Reservation-Explosion of the Steamer Annie Faxon -Memorable Mur- der Trial-Increase of Over Four Thousand in Population-Northern Pacific Railroad Company Extends Spokane and Palouse Branch to Lewiston-Nez Perces County Sends Troops to the Philippines-Gold Excitement of 1877-Roster of Pioneer Association-New County Destroyed Through a Clerical Error --- Segregation 83

CHAPTER 11. POLITICAL.

Organic Act Creating Nez Perces County-Illegal Appointment of County Officials-Magruder Murder Trial-Democrats Capture All the Offices But One in 1868-Clash Between Parties on Question of Annexation-Vote on State Constitution -Republicans Memorialize Congress- Official Canvass of the Vote in 1888-Advent of Statehood-National Policies the Issue in Campaign of 1890 -- Organization of the People's Party in 1892-Brilliant Campaign in 1896-State Carried by the Fusionists-Official Vote .. 97

CHAPTER 111.

CITIES AND TOWNS.

Lewiston-Blossoms From a Canvas Town-Once a Portion of the Nez Perce Reservation-Incorporators are Hampered in Their Efforts-Indian Situation in 1877-High Water-Real Estate Rapidly Changes Hands-Irrigation Projects Com- municate an Impetus to Growth and Development-Sale of Street Improvement Bonds-Educational Facilities-Nez Perce-Morrow-Lenore-Fletcher-Mohler-Ilo-Culdesac-Kamiah-Other Towns. 107

CHAPTER IV.

THE NEZ PERCE INDIANS.

Traditional and Shadowy History-Indians Secure Horses from New Mexico and California-Expedition of Lewis and Clark -Story of Wat-ku-ese-Advent of Fur Traders into the Northwest-Civilizing Force of the American Missionary- Adoption of Laws for Government of Indians in 1842-Schools and Religious Congregations-Moral Character of the People-Disregard for the Rights of White Men-Commanding Influence of Head Chief Halhaltlossot-Nez Perce In- dians Swindled by Representatives of the Government-Fort Lapwai Indian Training School-A Word Concerning the Later Missions

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CONTENTS.

CHAPTER V.

DESCRIPTIVE.

Topography-Picturesque Scenes Which Greet the Eye-Nez Perce Uplands Especially Adapted to Agriculture-Net Profits from One Acre Exceed $700-Rev. H. H. Spalding Plants the Vine and Fig Tree of Civilization-The Lapwai Basin -- Culdesac-Craig's Mountain-Nez Perce Prairie-Statistics-Shipments of Vegetables Amount to Thousands of Pack- ages-Undeveloped Resources-Considered a Fruit Section-Grape Culture-The Idaho Pear-Climate-Stock Rais- ing-Educational Advantages 130

PART III. HISTORY OF IDAHO COUNTY.

CHAPTER I. CURRENT HISTORY, 1861-1879.

Placer Mining-Captain Francois, Pioneer of Camas Prairie-Exploitations of Seth Jones-Early Experiments in Agricul- ture and High Prices Realized for Products-Inception of the Cattle Industry-First Location of County Seat at Flor- ence-People Administer Summary Punishment to Shumway Jim-Lynching of Peter Walters-Decline of Output of Placer Mining-Rise of the Patrons of Husbandry Territorial Legislature Awards Camas Prairie to Idaho County- Mount Idaho Chosen as the County Seat-Beneficent Influence of Charity Grange-Inauguration of the Nez Perce Indian War-Roster of Idaho County Volunteers- The Sheep-Eaters' Country-Murder of Peter Dorsey-Lieutenant Catley Proceeds Against the Sheep-Eaters-Ignominions Retreat-Death of Lieutenant Rains-End of the Sheep-Eater War .... 387

CHAPTER 11. CURRENT HISTORY, 1879-1903.

Local Money Stringency-Raid on Cattle Thieves-Citizens Protest Against Return of Chief Joseph to Nez Perce Reserva- tion-Legislature Prescribes New County Boundaries-First Legal Execution in Idaho County-Mining Conditions- Year of 1887 a Prosperous One for Farmer and Stock Raiser-Great Depression Among the White and Chinese Miners in 1889-Organization of Company C, First Idaho National Guards-Heavy Snowfall in 1891-Boundaries of the County Again Changed by the Legislature-County Seat Contest in 1892-Abundant Harvest Ruined by Heavy Rains-Hard Times of 1893 Strike Camas Prairie-High, Hot Winds in 1894-Capture, Trial and Sentence of Highwaymen in 1897 -Idaho County Sends Troops to the Spanish War Discovery of the Buffalo Hump Mines in 1898-General Prosperity in 190I 398

CHAPTER III.

POLITICAL.

Earlier Records Lost in Scramble for Gold-Unconcern of Miners in Upbuilding a Stable Government-First District Court Opened in Florence in 1862-Earliest Claims for Water Rights-Official Vote of 1872 Campaign of 1878-Annexation Question Comes to the Front in 1888-County Seat Contest Enlivens Campaign of 1892-Populists Enter the Field the Same Year Free Silver Platform Adopted by All Three Parties-Strenuous Campaign in 1896-Grangeville Chosen as the County Seat-Idaho a Doubtful County . 410

CHAPTER 1V. CITIES AND TOWNS.

Grangeville-Origin and Organization-Early Educational Matters-Conflagration in 1895-Industrial Development-Pres- ent Status of Business-Cottonwood-Stites-Kooskia-Harpster-Whitebird-Mount Idaho-Elk City-Clearwater- Dixie-Forest-Keuterville-West Lake and Slate Creek-Other Towns. 418

CONTENTS.

CHAPTER V.

DESCRIPTIVE.

Ideal Field for the Geologist-The Seven Devils-The Bitter Root Forest Reserve-Extensive Bodies of Agricultural Land in Idaho County-The Beautiful Camas Prairie-Scenery in the Salmon River Canyon-Indian Outbreak of 1877- Explorations in the Black Canyon -- The Mining District-Lindgren's Geological Report-The Goodenough Vein- Marshall Lake District-Perpetual Snow on Summit of Lake Creek Divide-Many Slightly Developed Claims-Thunder Mountain Region-Description of the Mineralization of This Section-The Bars of Salmon River-Copper Properties-Quartz Mining in the Elk District-Ancient Mining Section of Dixie-The Evergreen Group-The Buffalo Hump Syndicate-Stock Raising, Agriculture and Lumber Industries-Fruit Growing- Idaho County Possibilities for Manufacturing 432

PART IV.

HISTORY OF LATAH COUNTY.

CHAPTER I.

SETTLEMENT.

Formation of Territorial Government in 1863-Pioneer Settlements-Difficulties in Crossing the Clearwater-Early Remin- iscences of Hon. Willis Sweet-Danger from the Coeur d'Alene Indians-Bannock Indian War of 1878-Rapid Settle- ment of the Palouse Country-Fourth Session of the Territorial Legislature-O. R. & N. Railroad Reaches Moscow- Grand Celebration on Arrival of First Train-Quest of the Argonauts for Golden Treasure-The Hoodoo Mines-At- tempt to Remove County Seat-Question of Annexation-Scheme to Elect Two Sets of County Officials. . . .. . 581

CHAPTER 11.

ORGANIZATION AND SUBSEQUENT EVENTS.

Latah County Organized by Congress-The Only Instance on Record-Text of the Act-Appointment of County Officers- Official Report of Initial Election-Population in 1890-Political Campaign of That Year-Pioneers of Latah County People's Party Enters the Political Arena-Financial Troubles-Changes for the Better-Political Campaign of 1894 Educational Matters-Latah County in the National Campaign of 1896-Patriotism of Latah County in the Spanish War -Prohibition Party Enters the Field in 1898-Tragedy of August 4, 1901-Prosperous Conditions. . 587

CHAPTER 11I. CITIES AND TOWNS.

Moscow-The Pioneer of the Valley-Energy of Man Overcomes Obstacles-Paradise Valley-Indian Troubles of 1877- State University-Annexation Excitement Responsible for its Location-Curriculum-Faculty of the Institution-Ken- drick-Foundation of the Town-Conflagration of 1893-Present Business Development-Genesee-Conditions Which Have Brought It From a Small Village to a Thriving Town-Troy-Serious Fire of 1893-Juliaetta. 606

CHAPTER IV.

DESCRIPTIVE.

The Hills of the Palouse-Soil and Climate-Character of the Country-Seasons Conducive to Good Health-Principal Agricultural Industry-The "Big Red Apple of the Palouse"-Moscow Country-Wheat Industry-Abundant Yield of Vegetables-Tramways of the Potlatch Country-The Genesee Valley-Productiveness of Soil-Cattle Raising-"The Great American Hog"-Hay-Cereals 622

CONTENTS.

PART V.

KOOTENAI COUNTY.

CHAPTER [. EARLY EVENTS.

County Records-No Old Settlers' Organization-First Voyageurs-Aboriginal Tribes-Jesuit Missionaries-Father De Smet and Associates-Site of First Mission-Old Mission-The Coeur d'Alene Indians-De Smet Mission-Expedition of Isaac 1. Stevens-Survey of International Boundary-The Old Mullan Road-Old Trails and Ferries-Pioneers of the Early 'Sixties-Old Mail Routes-Fort Coeur d'Alene.

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CHAPTER 11.

AS A POLITICAL DIVISION OF THE TERRITORY.

Early Political Affiliations-Creative Act of 1864-Amendment of 1867-County Organization and First Officers-Election of 1882-Financial Conditions-Northern Pacific Railroad-Discovery of Coeur d'Alene Mines-Early Courts-Early Steamers-Election 1884-County Seat Contest 1885-Erection of Court House-Short Crops-Property Valuation-U. S. Land Office-Annexation-Coeur d'Alene Branch N. P. R. R .- Election 1886-Winter 1886-7-Population-Schools and Newspapers-Accident on Coeur d'Alene River 1887-Election 1888. 766

CHAPTER 111. AS A POLITICAL DIVISION OF THE STATE.

General Prosperity-Census of County-Great Northern Railroad-O. R. & N. R. R .- Lumber Industry-Political Campaign of 1892-Financial Panic 1893-High Water 1894-Election 1894-Valuation of Property-Populism-Priest River For- est Reserve-Spirit of Loyalty Displayed, 1898-Company B, Idaho Volunteers-Clash Between Idaho and Washington Authorities-Total Assessment-Campaign 1898-Kootenai Valley Railroad-Collection of Custom Duties at Porthill and Bonners Ferry-Salaries of County Officers-Discovery of Tyson Mines-Bonded Indebtedness-Census by Pre- cincts-Campaign 1900-Construction of Bridges-Corporations-Assassination of Judge John C. Brady-Political Cam- paign 1902-The Alberta and British Columbia Reclamation Company-Property Valuation 1902-Miles of Railroad in County-Progress and Prospects-The Pioneers 771

CHAPTER IV. TOWNS.

Rathdrum-Coeur d'Alene-Sandpoint-Harrison-Bonner's Ferry-Priest River-Post Falls-St. Maries-St. Joe-Ferrell- Hope-Clark's Fork -- Porthill-Lakeview-Athol-Hauser-Camas Cove-Tyson-Santa-Fernwood-Emida-Clarkia- Granite-Ramsey-Cocolalla-Algoma - Sagle - Panhandle-Kootenai-Oden-Pack River-Black Tail-Thornton- Cabinet-Leonia-Katka-Crossport-Moravia-Naples-Elmira-Colburn-Urencoe-LaClede-Albany Falls- New- port - Coeland - Cataldo - Mission - Dudley-Lane-Medimont-Anderson-Lacon - Watts-Steamboat Landing- Squaw Bay-Idlewild-Weber-Mica-Len Landing-Bellgrove -- Williams-Seneaquoteen. 780

CHAPTER V. EDUCATIONAL.

Value of Education-Mission School in 1842-Pioneer Schools and Teachers of the County-But Few Log School Houses- County at First Contained But Two Districts-Sandpoint No. 3-Early Superintendents-Offices of Probate Judge and School Superintendent at First Combined, Later Separated-First Teachers' Association-First Institute -- Early School Records-Statistics 1893-Effects of the Financial Panic-Independent Districts, Seven-Six Districts in the County -Statistics 1902-Districts Benefited by Railroads-Institute of 1902-Higher Education-Schools a Credit to the . . . . County

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CHAPTER V1. DESCRIPTIVE.

Area-The Boundary Line-Elevations-Idaho-Montana Boundary-International Boundary-Geological Facts-Kootenai County Once On the Shores of the Sea-The Paths of Glaciers-Helps and Hindrances to Settlement and Development -Agriculture-Soil-Climate-Pioneer Farmers-Prices, 1880-Values-Live Stock-Patented Lands-Grain Output,

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CONTENTS.

1902-Horticulture-Orchards-Market Fair at Coeur d'Alene, 1895-Dairying-Flour Mills-Irrigation of Rathdrum Prairie-Coeur d'Alene Indian Reservation-Indian Population-Agriculture and Stock Raising on the Reservation- Government Mills-Recommendation of U. S. Agent, Albert M. Anderson-Lumber Industry-Timbered Areas-Saw Mills and Lumber Companies-First Discovery of Gold-Letter from Captain John Mullan-Mining Sections of Koot- enai County-Railroad Mileage-New Roads-Scenic Superiority-Water Courses and Lakes-The St. Joe River-St. Maries-Coeur d'Alene-Lake Coeur d'Alene-Spokane River-Rathdrum Prairie-Central Lake Region-Fish Lake Tsemini or Spirit Lake-Heyden Lake -- Sullivan Lake-Hoodoo Lake-Cocalalla Lake-Mud Lake-Clark's Fork- Pend Oreille Lake and River-Kootenai River-Priest River Forest Reserve-Priest Lake and River-Sportsman's Paradise-Rare Opportunities for Investors and Home Builders. 818

PART VI.

HISTORY OF SHOSHONE COUNTY.

CHAPTER I. CURRENT HISTORY, 1860-1886.

First County in Mineral Wealth-Discovery of Gold in Vicinity of Pierce City-The Moose Creek Mines-People of South- ern Shoshone County Disturbed by Indian Troubles-Home of Francis Carle is Fortified-Talk of County Disorganiza- tion in 1881-Letter of Lieutenant John Mullan-Who Discovered Gold on the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene ?- Let- ter from John P. Vollmer-Spontaneous Growth of Eagle City-Stampede to Canyon Creek and Nine Mile Gulches- Rich Silver Lead Properties-Location of Many Groups on Canyon Creek-A Pierce City Tragedy. 981

CHAPTER 1I. CURRENT HISTORY, 1886-1892.

First Fatal Snowstorm and Avalanche in the Region-Railroad Projects-Construction of Telephone Lines-Increased Mining Activity-Tragedy in Government Gulch-Large Sums Expended in Construction of Roads-Important Sales of Mining Property-Phenomenal Growth of Wardner-Progress and Prosperity in 1889-Railroad Right of Way Becomes Disputed Territory-Agitation for Removal of County Seat from Murray-Fatal Disaster at the Custer Mine Boarding House-Jail Delivery at Murray-Organization of the Mine Owners' Protective Association-Four Men Killed in the Black Bear Mine-Express Messenger Held Up and Robhed-Differences Between Miners and Mine Owners Over a Hospital 995

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An illustrated history of north Idaho : embracing Nez Perces, Idaho, Latah, Kootenai and Shoshone counties, state of Idaho, Part 1

Author: Publication date: 1903 Publisher: [S.l.] : Western Historical Pub. Co. Number of Pages: 1524

Author:
Publication date: 1903
Publisher: [S.l.] : Western Historical Pub. Co.
Number of Pages: 1524