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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1917
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR lists many personal names and places such as St. Charles Paris Garden City Fish Haven Weber Georgetown and Mundane initials. No discernible event or action is shown to form a complete news item or notice.
George B. Price of Paris Idaho filed notice of intention to make final three year proof to establish his homestead claim for lands in sections 23 and 26 township 16 south range 45 east Boise meridian. Hearing before United States Commissioner Smith Hoge at Paris Idaho January 7 1918. Witnesses: Walter P. Rich Heber J. Price Standley H. Rich Fredrick L. Ringel all of Paris Idaho J J Carrots Register.
Edge Hill near Shakespeare’s homeland is planned for a light rail network to develop mineral resources in South Warwickshire. The scheme would link Edge Hill with Burton Dassett, and recalls Cromwell observing from a church steeple as the Civil War unfolded.
The Pittsburgh Dispatch reports three women at the Scheep Pressed Steel plant near Maloes say wages doubled and the job is easier. A striking American girl in khaki overalls praises the lighter toil and earning $48 every two weeks while disputing claims workers are overworked.
A Gotham dispatch notes that wartime needs may restrict nursing care to truly ill patients. Hospitals report staff shortages as many nurses have volunteered for service abroad. The piece contrasts public perceptions of abundant nurses with the reality of thousands already pledged or sent overseas.
The privy council for scientific and industrial research proposes funding trade research associations to share costs and advance industry. A cotton research group is forming, soon to follow wool flax oil and photographic sectors. Their efforts yield three optical glasses, light alloy data for aircraft, a new porcelain, and potential tin recovery savings.
A political exchange features Senator Sorghum declining a statue in a public square. He argues he has sparked enough debate in life and does not want to become a future source of contention among art critics.
A neighbor’s unexpected kind greeting shocks the speaker who explains the surprise stems from that neighbor being a doctor. The exchange reveals an unusual dynamic between familiarity and professional status in a casual moment.
A compact note from Town Topics quotes a reader remarking on Paradise Lost and a playful nod to life lessons from bitter experience. The exchange hints at literary discussion and cultural commentary referenced by a reader.
In a light exchange Mr Bashful asks about what age women should marry. She responds that she prefers someone near her own age. The dialogue captures a playful, social moment.
Fragmentary dialogue shows James feeling cut out by Wahiam2 during a playful exchange. A quip about being cut up follows, revealing a light humorous tone and unclear broader context.
The obituary observes the passing of a powerful social figure described as a highly significant personage. It notes her influence, authority, and the public reactions to her long tenure, suggesting a hope that life will continue without her rulings and that society may progress beyond her dictums.
A terse dialogue records a patient stating the doctor said he was all in as the practice began. The patient asks about flow when finished and replies I am all out.
The article notes the last surviving grandchild of George III as Europe’s oldest royalty, elder than Empress Eugenie and the dowager duchess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. It mentions her June 28 1843 Buckingham Palace marriage and a yearly £15 000 annuity from the British exchequer, stopped after the war began. total past payments would exceed £1.095 million.
A street beggar proclaims he no longer spends time telling hard luck stories. He says financial gain is minimal and recalls his best tale could not yield more than ten cents. The quote reflects a weary view of begging for money.
A brief exchange about offering tender chicken while one comments it is too tough to eat as the other replies with a wish for it to be cooked softer.
A brief exchange appears to capture a sharp denial of personal gain with a witty comeback about a feathered hat. The fragment hints at an accusation and a retort, reflecting a tense, informal confrontation. No clear names or places are provided in the readable text.
A garbled verse filled with stray quotes hints at a humor riff on a "packed jury" and a "frank murder mystery" with references to amateur theatricals versus professional prices, suggesting a lighthearted column or witty aside.
A practical, simple self feeder for fattening shoats and young hogs is described. Built from 2 by 4 inch stock on 18 inch centers, it features a ridge bottom, tongue and groove siding, an adjustable 8 inch board flow control, and sloped eaves for rain protection. Skids allow portable use and hinges enable full-length construction if desired.
Practical guidance advises load lightly and drive slowly in heat. Keep horses shaded when possible and sponge the head, eyes, nose, mouth, and dock. Wash harness marks and sweat after work, wipe with damp sponge in 75 degrees or higher, use vinegar water, avoid hoses, and give a lukewarm bran mash with saltpeter on Saturday nights.
The article argues stock work for the farmer while he rests, grazing fields and eating hay, and another benefit is that live stock utilize rough herbage on the farm. It notes stock digest food and may earn money for the owner through their use of land and resources.
The Paris Post notes a wide circle of readers interested in fruit growing and dairying and urges keeping close touch with agricultural activity across Idaho. It emphasizes staying informed about measures farmers support and opposing schemes harmful to agricultural interests.
At the annual meeting the National Association of Audubon Societies reports war era influence on eco nomic study of birds that destroy insects and rodents in crops. Secretary notes a one third rise in sustaining members and calls for a national headquarters to coordinate work nationwide. Last year 11,835 junior Audubon clubs with 261,654 schoolchild members organized in the United States and Canada.
A fragment notes a young Smith experiencing a windfall then immediately moving to tow it in. The terse record hints at a minor incident and swift action by witnesses or bystanders. The text is incomplete but centers on Smith and an impulsive response.
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