09 Dec 1920
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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1920
Page
1
A farm tractor with a road grader operated by William Jensen from the Paris Garage worked from Saturday to Monday on rough roads, improving conditions up to the city limits. Citizens credit city efforts and energetic business men for the progress, hoping winter cooperation yields further results.
Washington December 3 Representative A T Smith of Idaho arrived in Washington and conferred with leaders in both chambers about early legislation to aid farmers and stockmen facing low prices, tight rates, and weak markets. He doubts emergency tariff action and favors broadening the federal farm loan act and reviving the war finance board.
Ward Conference will be observed in the First Ward Sunday. Priesthood meeting at 10 30 and meetings at 2 and 7 30 p m in the afternoon and evening. Everyone invited to attend.
The Second Ward held its annual social to raise funds for missionaries serving across the county. A mixed program featured readings and a quartet, with refreshments provided by the ward’s young women. Attendees enjoyed games and old time dances as the purse reached 80 dollars.
The note announces a new policy for the edition to be printed this week and future issues. It emphasizes time and expense considerations and invites reader support for the change. The statement frames the move as a collective effort of readers and supporters.
The Health Crusade committee advertised a November event featuring a children's dance and refreshments at 1 pm with 10c admission, a comic play Mr In-Different at 7 pm with 10c to 1 bc admission, a grand auction at 8 pm, and more dancing at 9 pm. Proceeds aimed at better health conditions and loyalty was encouraged by presence.
Report outlines nine remaining actions, equal emphasis on funding and implementation. Authorities urge completion for health initiative progress, with leaders identifying gaps and timelines for finalization.
Alfred Bateman of Bloomington celebrated his 98th birthday at the home of his daughter Mrs. Harry Quinton. Born in England on December 8, 1827, he immigrated to Bloomington over 40 years ago and remains one of the town’s oldest residents.
A St Charles column notes a bazaar to be hosted by the Primary association on Saturday December 11. Health and school attendance are good though lower grades attend only half days due to crowding. Caspar Hill and Tell Pugmire returned from Lewiston Utah work at a Sugar factory. Mrs J A Blade visits in Shelley Idaho. Mrs Bert Owens returns to Twin Falls Idaho. Threshing possible this week by F S Beck of Paris. J W Negus to Salt Lake hospital for a critical operation. Husband and daughter Mrs T W Hanson accompany. H I Files of Providence visits Cache Valley cattle. H C Hanson learns a cow has high ideals, leaving cattle for deer and elk on mud flat. Chris travels to persuade her that hay may be enough.
Altoona Georgia owner Mr R L McIntyre tests Dr LeGear Antiseptic Healing Powder on a horse withwire cuts and reports complete healing with no scar. Veterinary expert Dr LeGear touts remedies for stock and poultry and offers satisfaction or money back guarantee through Petia Drug Co Ratla Taatigrierede.
Observance of the 300th anniversary of the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth Rock and pioneers entering Bear Lake valley in 63 will be held at the stake tabernacle in Paris Friday at 2 o clock. The program features Paris Brass Band, community singing, America, mixed quartet, readings, an oration by Nephi L. Morris, and a closing benediction.
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