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Newspaper
Cottonwood Chronicle
Location
Cottonwood, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1923
Page
2
In South Idaho, farmers rebound from postwar slowdowns through diversification and intensified methods. Cheese factories and milk evaporators open, registered dairy cows grow, and stockmen see bright prospects for sheep. Diversified crops delivering profits key to prosperity despite high manufactured goods costs.
The Department of Agriculture estimates 2,000,000 people left farms for cities last year. Experts say money for farmers, underpaid produce, and urban wage levels drive the move, not bright lights. The argument questions national prospects if farmers all migrate, urging more profit for farmers from speculation to balance the economy.
A Cottonwood farmer, wary of watered stocks and get rich schemes, rejects a stock salesman. After a polished pitch, the farmer declares his next investment will have four legs, and he will water it himself, ending the sales push.
A columnist rebuts stereotypes about California society, challenging the belief that women are art models and men idle playboys with endless wealth. The piece argues against easy living fueled by disposable income and criticizes misconceptions about mobility, labor, and daily life in the state.
The piece reflects on joys and sorrows across California and the world, noting how fortunes vary and livelihoods depend on work or wealth. It lauds W H Eller, sheriff of Idaho county, for rounding up law violators who mostly plead guilty. His latest success is the capture of a gypsy gang who stole $20 on Salmon River, then returned the money to a Whitebird elder with costs.
Cottonwood plans substantial improvements to its hilltop tourist park before peak season. Officials note that North and South highway opening will boost traffic and tourism, and the park should be made permanent to handle growth. Local leaders urge durable, lasting upgrades.
A number of Idaho county towns prepare for Independence Day celebrations and seek citizen support. Ferdinand Fly Blow Clearwater Riggins Grangeville will hold a Pioneer’s Reunion on the same day, urging participation from residents.
The brief notes how three days of sun revived flowers grains and spirits alike on the prairie. Observers marvel at nature’s power to alter mood and outlook in a short span, seeing divine hand in this change.
A witty line notes that the mere sound of a Ford in motion answers the question Will Ford run. The quip underscores the brand’s recognizable engine note and implies confidence in the car’s performance.
City council adjourned meeting passes ordinance to macadamize 24 blocks and calls a special bond election for Tuesday July 24. Qualified electors who are taxpayers will vote on a proposed $15 000 bond issue to finance the work, requiring a two thirds majority.
Department of the Interior Lewiston Idaho June 12 1928 notice that Minnie McConnell Nichols formerly Minnie Brora of Sera Camp Idaho has filed intention to make three-year proof to establish claim to land described Lots 1 3 SEY NW14 Sec 82 Tp 28 N R2 W Boise Meridian before U S Commissioner James Lenon White Bird on July 18 witnesses George Brust Joseph Idaho William I Rooke Boles Idaho John E Rooke Boles Idaho Picket Chamberlin White Bird Idaho Hugh B Register
Idaho on May 29 1923 James Lenon U S Commissioner White Bird Idaho will hear a land claim on July 6 1928 for Add Stock-raising Home site in sections 18 22 Township 30 North Range 2 West Boise Meridian Witnesses listed as George E Wright Fred Roth William A Jones Frank Abbott all of Boles Idaho Register Hugh E O'Donnell Non-coal note appears garbled with unrelated flour price text
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