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Dr. William Reed Hamilton

Obituary

July 16, 1866 – February 15, 1934

LAST SUMMONS COMES

DR. W.R. HAMILTON

Although not unexpected, because of his condition of ill health, news of the passing early Tuesday morning at the Weiser hospital of Dr. William Reed Hamilton, came as a shock to members of his family and to his hosts of friends throughout Idaho. It is understood that the direct cause of his death was erysipelas, brought about by infection, which came from the wound in his head, that resulted from a fall about two weeks ago; however, Doctor Hamilton had been in poor health for some time.

He was not exactly a pioneer of Weiser, but had resided here for many years, was a prominent, outstanding citizen; was strong in his convictions – a citizen of the highest type from every standpoint.

Doctor Hamilton was born in Cainsville, Ontario, Canada, on July 16, 1866. His parents were natives of Scotland. He attended and was graduated from the Toronto Medical college, and afterward took a post-graduate course in surgery in Bellevue hospital, New York.

On coming into the western part of the United States, he first located in Payette, and on September 28, 1898 was united in marriage to Miss Emma Coughanour, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Coughanour, of Payette. They moved to Silver City, where they resided for some years and then returned to Payette where they remained a short time, after which they located in Weiser.

Doctor Hamilton was not only prominent in his profession, but also in politics and in the Masonic fraternity. He was chairman of the Democratic state central committee, served as Mayor of Weiser for three terms, and was Grand Master of Idaho Masons.

He was county physician, also physician for the O.W S.L. and P.&I. Railway companies at the time of his death.

Funeral services were conducted at the Masonic hall at 2 o’clock this afternoon by Rev. E. E. Tayler, and interment was made in the Payette cemetery, where the Masonic ritualistic burial service was used.

From Weiser American – Weiser, Idaho – Thursday, February 15, 1934

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WEISER CAMPAIGN OPENS

Citizens’ Progressive Ticket Named With Dr. Hamilton for Mayor

WEISER, Ida.—With two tickets in the field, the campaign for the upcoming city election, scheduled for April 27, is in full swing. As the campaign progresses, lively times are anticipated. The Citizens’ Progressive ticket is the name of the second ticket nominated during a mass meeting held Thursday night in the Elk theater. The meeting had a large turnout, with significant enthusiasm throughout. Similar to a meeting held in Wheaton on Wednesday evening, women were notably active and engaged in the proceedings.

From The Idaho Statesman, Boise, Idaho – March 27, 1915

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Election Results at Weiser

WEISER—The election held on Tuesday resulted in the election of Dr. Hamilton as mayor with a narrow majority of 50 votes over his opponent, Gooding. Other elected officials include S. H. Travis as clerk, Mary B. Linderman as treasurer, and R. T. Waliston as engineer.

Councilmen elected were F.H. Townley and G.W. Garrett for the First Ward, R.T. Black and W.W. Ferris for the Second Ward, and J.A. Young and W.M. Maxwell for the Third Ward.

The election was highly contested, with Travis narrowly defeating Bond by just 21 votes. Both Travis and Mrs. Linderman were re-elected, having served the city faithfully for several years—Travis for sixteen years and Mrs. Linderman for six years. The election saw the highest voter turnout in any city election held in Weiser, with women voters playing a significant role.

From The Idaho Statesman, Boise, Idaho – April 29, 1915

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DR. HAMILTON AGAIN NAMED FOR MAYOR

Weiser, April 13.—At a citizens’ caucus held last evening, Dr. W.R. Hamilton, the current mayor, was re-nominated for the upcoming city election scheduled for April 24. He won the nomination over Fay R. Lloyd by a narrow vote of 43 to 42. The caucus was primarily called by those opposing Dr. Hamilton, though neither candidate was present, and neither campaigned actively during the meeting.

Mayor Hamilton has pursued a progressive policy during his tenure. After the nomination results were announced, many attendees left the hall. John J. Fuller, the current city clerk, was re-nominated for his position by a vote of 66 to 18 over A.G. Cordelle. A motion was then carried to re-nominate the entire council and all elective city officials by acclamation.

The meeting was chaired by Attorney Frank Harris, with Flourney Galloway serving as secretary.

From Evening Capital News, Boise, Idaho – April 13, 1917

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Victory Loan

The Rev. Willsie Martin of Boise visited Weiser on Thursday, where he addressed the student body at the high school and the Intermountain Institute, advocating for the Victory Loan.

Captain Woodson Jeffries has been appointed as the new chairman for the Victory Loan drive, replacing E. A. Van Sicklin, who resigned earlier in the week.

During a caucus held on Wednesday evening to nominate candidates for city offices, the following Citizens’ ticket was approved: Dr. R. W. Hamilton for mayor; J. J. Fuller for clerk; W. T. Garrett and T. H. Lunder for councilmen of the First Ward; and T. J. Fuller and Gus Gilbert for councilmen of the Second Ward

From The Idaho Statesman, Boise, Idaho – April 13, 1919

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Capt. W. Jeffreys is New Mayor of Weiser

WEISER, Ida.—Capt. Woodson Jeffreys was elected mayor of Weiser on Tuesday, representing the Progressive ticket. The entire Progressive ticket was victorious in this election.

Dr. W.R. Hamilton, the candidate on the Citizens’ ticket who had served as mayor for the last four years, was defeated.

J.J. Fuller was elected clerk without opposition. The elected councilmen include B.B. Linkous, Charles E. Ball, T.J. Fisher, F.B. Driscol, B. Lloyd, and Charles Townley.

From The Idaho Statesman, Boise, Idaho – April 23, 1919

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