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Newspaper
Filer Record
Location
Filer, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1924
Page
3
Filer High School routs Wendell 47 to 0 as Diehl Patten and Hainline pace the offense with multiple touchdowns and long passes. Russ Hall shines at halfback debut and several new players report to referees amid a brisk game.
The page lists Ralph Newberry as editor with Price five cents per copy and names an editorial staff including Ruby Lincoln as business manager, Robert Hinkley as advertising manager, Charles Dwight as news editor, Marjorie Newberry as student activity editor, Mabel Delin on wit and fun, and Virgil Wilson among others.
Pauline Bickley presided over the Boys and Girls Clubs meeting with little business. Hammerquist spoke on what Pilot Women’s Clubs are doing. Elizabeth Knypstra read, Evelyn Buchanan gave a political talk urging girls to vote. Louis Ennis led the Boys Club as talks on dances and college athletics followed. Elmer Adkins discussed politics and voting with Walter Honderich delivering a humorous reading.
A young man explains his view of a community dance after moving in. He contrasts his crowd with others, criticizes what he saw, and recalls his parents' reaction with quiet smiles. He asks if they will visit at Christmas, showing family ties amid social norms.
The Boys' Club hosted a Halloween themed dance in the I. O. O. F. Hall on Friday. Attendees wore black cat and pumpkin caps amid festive decorations as games, doughouts and cider provided activities for all. Committee chairmen William Patten Claude Moore and Gordon Diehl organized the event with Pam and her Plunkers supplying pep. Mr Denman was left to wash the dishes afterward.
Exhaustive Idaho records show 761 Idahoans lost in World War I and 24 in the Spanish American War. Bronze tablets bearing their names will be enshrined at the Idaho War Memorial on the University of Idaho campus, funded by statewide campaigns starting Armistice Day.
The Little Wildcats suffered their first defeat October 22 at Kimberly. After a tight start the Kimberly eleven pulled away late, scoring two more touchdowns as the Wildcats tired. John Darnall starred for Filer, while Carl Leonard and Smithie delivered strong tackling and defense. The kittens look to a championship run next year.
The American History class under Miss Bever organized political campaign speeches by seniors to illustrate Republican Democrat and Progressive platforms. The aim was to teach citizenship and help students vote intelligently, with a method seen as educational and engaging for developing informed citizens.
Filer loses a close game to Albion 12 to 6 after a seesaw first half. Albion scores twice but fails on both extra points while Filer notches a single touchdown on a forward pass near halftime. Second half stays scoreless as both defenses stifle advances and players battle hard.
A two week old Meow proposes a school organ for student and faculty voices to discuss ideas. It calls for improved school spirit, unity, and active support at games. It notes poor attendance at a recent football game and urges full student booster effort for the Wildcats.
The program featured a song by the mixed Glee Club, announcements by Mr. Denman on school work and social activities, two vocal duets by Mr. W. C. Nuzman and Mrs. Arthur Anderson, a talk on "Dorrding Show Life" by Charles Dwight, Mr. Byrne’s clarinet selections, Lenore Kane on piano, Ells Mein giving a short talk titled "A Midsummer Night's Dream," and a note on General Science Life buoys for ocean safety.
Regular July session notes examining Current Expense Fund claims. Warrants issued totaling numerous vendors and individuals including C. Siggins Clerk and J. D. Barnhart Chairman. Items list payments for supplies, services, rentes, and ins. exams.
A telegram from Mr Tucker of Portland reports that among twenty six judging teams at the stock show Twin Falls earned a prize and Filer tied for a place. Ted Bleier led the event with Ralph Newberry as security officer and Ted Slater Everett Reochellv and Giants Leonard noted among participants. The Slay cast members are withdrawing. Laure asks if Relph Villore will grow a mustache.
A fragmentary OCR shows names such as Suteliff Ro A, Belle Smith, Taylor J W, Wilson A L, Chas B Jones, and firms including Union Motor Co and Western Union. It lists expenses and charges like laundry, clerical work, rent, drayage, and telegrams with amounts 3.43 16.43 19.20, suggesting a continuing ledger or accounting entry from an earlier era.
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