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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1932
Page
2
Paris Idaho newspaper lists second class matter status at the post office under a March date, with John A Wallis as editor and publisher. Subscription prices are $2.00 per year, $1.60 for six months, and $1.00 for three months, all in advance.
A writer argues against gossip arguing it harms relationships and divides communities. She notes that repeating others' remarks through a middle person spreads harm, while true friendship should avoid discussing others behind their backs and instead focus on direct, honest talk.
A historical note cites wasteful government publishing and free postage speeches by congressmen. It describes millions of copies allotted to members, envelopes used in mailing, and the postmaster general seeking higher letter postage amid a budget deficit. The piece frames fiscal strain and misallocation as a public concern.
Livestock notes from Los Angeles report cattle remain a strong asset despite weak financial markets. Demand for beef is broad and supplies are smaller than recent years with favorable feed conditions. USDA and state data show declines in fat cattle on feed and on range across the West, including California, signaling tight future supplies.
The piece predicts fat cattle will move in good volume through May to July with continued demand for grain fed cattle to supplement range supplies. It cautions about uncertain price trends but notes no over supply and suggests steady prices with typical fluctuations by beef quality. Advertising in The Post is valuable for merchants due to broad reach and cost-effective, persistent exposure.
Job ads seek ambitious men and women for steady work with paid training. Finance available if needed. Address Mr Thomas Superintendent 26 Third St Oakland California. Local gardeners busy preparing gardens and town to be beautified with flowers despite depression.
Eddie Cantor stars in Palmy Days presented by Samuel Goldwyn at the Rich theatre Sunday through Tuesday. Cantor and Charlotte Greenwood lead a large cast in a lively musical comedy with a futuristic bakery sequence and a moonlit garden party. Barbara Weeks debuts as leading lady. Walter Catlett and Spencer Charters also appear. songs by Don Conrad and Cliff Friend.
A rumor says a city prohibition agent visited a St Louis doctor during office hours and asked for a whisky prescription. The physician allegedly refused, noting that country folks rely on hard work and cannot rely on special favors.
April 23 1932 special meeting minutes report a one cent bounty for squirrel scalps with ears attached from April 25 to May 10 1932 and no scalps accepted after May 11. Also authorized to buy $8000 of county bonds at 97 cents and adjourned to May 9 1932. Signed John T Peterson chairman and Sam V Tunks clerk.
Directory lists Legislative Oka Transtrum Senator Harold Toomer and state representatives. It names county officers including Auditor Asa Athay Sheriff Milford Williams and Tax Collector Landon R. Pugmike. Also lists Montpelier officials, prosecutors, public instruction superintendent, coroner, surveyor, and local treasurers. Council meets twice monthly. rural and Emerson school boards named with chairs and clerks.
The Herald Tribune reports experiments at Pennsylvania State College showing tobacco fed to baby chickens yields larger broilers and healthier hens and roosters. Researchers test high versus low nicotine diets, seeking an optimal level. Nicotine may act as a disinfectant against parasites, with limited impact on meat flavor.
Boise April 15. State Superintendent Myrtle R. Davis urged electors to acknowledge a legal obligation to cover outstanding debts. If yearly income cannot pay all debts, districts must levy up to 5 mills beyond prior revenue, regardless of voter consent, per attorney general guidance.
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