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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1911
Page
2
County Commissioners approve a 47000 bond issue to retire outstanding warrants caused by high water damage and other expenses. Replacements of two destroyed bridges with steel structures are noted, with a pledge that the move will lower next year's tax levy. The text also comments on political opportunism and urges tolerance of differing opinions.
Notice to taxpayers that taxes will not be received at 4 to 5 p.m. on January 2nd in the year 191. O C Dunford serves as Assessor and Collector.
A child writes a long letter to Santa confessing mischief from skipping school to mangled chores and a pie theft. He blames friends for tricks, asks forgiveness, and requests a watch skates and a gun as a reward for being good. He promises to correct fights and report next time he writes.
Secretary of Agriculture authorizes grazing of 84000 sheep and 12500 cattle and horses on Cache National Forest for 1912. Last year’s permittees receive blanks. applications to be published later. Allocation between new applicants and renewals may limit surplus. likely no reductions for 1912-14 season.
A lonely boy in a strict quiet house is kept to exact order. He cares for a playmate and observes a rigid routine, never allowed to scatter playthings or make noise. The poem contrasts a life of obedience with loneliness and a serene, bleak rest.
In Salt Lake City the Kenyon Hotel claims to be the heart of business district with electric light and running water in every room. Rooms start at $1 daily and extend to 32 and up. Cafe Maxim, recently opened, offers properly cooked food and furnishings, aiming to fit every pocket book.
The piece argues mail order catalogs lure dollars away from local shops and questions why merchants do not advertise. It notes customers compare offers and rely on local ads to find where to shop, urging merchants to use advertising columns to attract trade.
Dec 24 Paris first Ward Conference lists Stake Presidency members Garden Guy Ernest W Irwin and David Hyden Nounao Wm O Clark and companion Dee 1 Paris 2nd Ward Conference Stake Presidency Jos BR Shepherd Wat Ia Ries W W Richards new appointments unnamed companions and details incomplete.
Fragmentary reader notice promotes a shop for boys and girls. Mentions Buster, TF.C, Hansen's, and Montpelier Idaho. Confusing brand names and scattered phrases suggest a small town retail reference without clear dates or full items.
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