Uncle Cal and Bug Hookum Satirical Rant on Farmers and Congress
Uncle Cal from Caribou recalls Bug Hookum lamenting farm prices and possible move to a city. He jokes that Congress replies with laws or committees, notes misaddressed mail, and mocks named origins like Thomas Jefferson Hookum. A rural monologue on politics and names ends abruptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sug Hookum
Poe
Bug
Washington
Thomas Jefferson Hookum
George
Thomas Jefferson
Twelve Rules For Raising Delinquents Contributed
A reprinted humor piece lists twelve parental missteps that supposedly create delinquent adults. It mocks indulgent parenting with numbered tips on spoiling children, avoiding discipline, and confusing moral guidance. The tone imitates satire.
Mister Editor Reflects On Mid Name Smith
A casual quip from a reader, noting that using his middle name Smith adds to his success. The remark hints at personal branding and identity in newspaper dialogue.
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Cidental
Editor
Smith
Accidents Report From Soda Springs Area
A series of Idaho road incidents includes a deer collision on State Highway 34 near Soda Springs injuring a passenger and causing front end damage to a 1956 DeSoto. Other accidents involve a Bancroft pickup, a Coca Cola van, two cars struck while parked, and a deer near Wagan. Traffic citations issued for yielding violations and leaving the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soda Springs
Franklin R. Benson
Conda
DeSoto
Margaret Benson
Ralph J. Marriott
Bill Jose
Mike
Jim Young
Oldsmobile
Dean M. Lloyd
Bull Jose
One Car Accident On Central Turnpike In July
Investigation by Jack W. Porter notes a 1955 Mercury convertible driven by 17 year old Robert L. Swensen ran off the Central Turnpike into a barb pit when headlights failed as brakes were applied. No injuries. Vehicle damage estimated at $100 plus $10 for 45 feet of Everett Smith fence. Deputy Walters reported.
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Steven Y. Begay
Chinle
Arizona
F. Melvin Christensen
Grace
Herbert G. Walters
Main Street
West 2Nd South Street
Merrill M. Deaton
Weston
Idaho
Marvin J Dixon
Montpelier
Martin Hymas
Chevrolet
Central-Turner Road
Merbury
Robert L. Swensen
Raymond H. Swensen
Barrow Pit
Everett Smith
Six Stitchers Club Demonstrations Highlight June Meet
The 4 H club Six Stitchers held a June 23 meeting with three demonstrations by Pamela Petergon, Sheila Ramson, and Vicky Hansen. A follow up gathering occurred June 27 at June Hansen's residence. Vicky Hansen served as reporter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pamela Petergon
Sheila Ramson
Vicky Hansen
Hansen's
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Caribou County
V. E. and
J. E. Lansberry Publishers
USA
County of
Caribou
City of
Village of
Bancroft
Cal
Caton
Total Electric
Mink
West
Jordan
Don
Delores
Utah Power & Light Co
Salt Lake City
Utah
Utah Power & Lght Co
Gene Fullmer
West Jordan, Utah
Total Electric Home
The
Travelers Safely
By Robt. Dav
Bancroft-Land
F. Burt Barfuss
Parley Schenk
Walter S.rasmussen
Pocatello
Coca Cola Bottling Co
Wagan
Blaine D. Sibbett
Janice Hildreth
Jack W. Porter
Moon
Venus
Charlotte Miles
Marjorie Holbrook
Ruth Hebdon
Marsha Perkins
Lucanne Hogan
Carib
Argus
J. W. Owal
Optometrigy
Bank
GOOD
Black Label Beer
Pendleton
GUEST
Weiners
Te AG
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