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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1931
Page
2
The Paris Post lists second class matter status at the Paris Idaho post office under the 1879 act. John A Wallis is editor and publisher. Subscriptions: one year $2.00, six months $1.50, three months $1.00, all strictly in advance.
A New York man left a will disposing of fifty thousand dollars in property while his own early possessions were worth less than five dollars. The piece argues imagination guides achievement and progress, citing examples from Columbus to great inventors, and stresses balanced imagination with common sense as essential for personal and community advancement.
A school teacher suggests mothers keep sick children home to protect others. She argues a child with a cold or fever should miss a day, even if a mother suspects shamming, to prevent epidemics and protect public health. The view is considered sensible and worth sharing with mothers of schoolchildren.
A Fruta Times reader argues that despite economic principles, unusual times demand food for the hungry at home, recalling Hoover era relief. The notice then informs Montpelier residents of two February tax help sessions at Burgoyne Hotel to prepare 1930 returns using forms 1040A or 1040 with March 15 deadline and penalties for willful noncompliance.
Open Forum reports Bloomingtons Old Folks Party was a resounding success with a rich program by Williams Dunn and Baker of Montpelier. The dance scene excited attendees, and M. G sparked camaraderie at the cosmopolitan gathering. H H Broomhead thanks the committee and contributors.
President nominates U S Marshal Hoover for a federal post in Washington D C The nomination was transmitted to the Senate on February 7 Washington D C details indicate a push to secure approval for the appointment and outline the candidate's background and responsibilities
Logan Utah Fay Thornock son of Mr and Mrs Clarence Thornock of Bloomington is a strong candidate for Utah Aggie wrestling this year. The freshman won a gold medal by defeating all non letter men in his class and is viewed as a leading team prospect. He attends the college in agriculture and majors in animal husbandry and is a member of the Friars Club.
A Deputy Collector announces to taxpayers the availability and process for filing Federal Income Tax returns. The notice emphasizes compliance and provides instructions for submitting tax forms and required documentation to the appropriate federal office.
Angus Sutherland of Wallace is nominated to be United States marshal for Idaho to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Frank Breshear. If confirmed he will replace R B McCutcheon who was temporarily appointed by the court. Sutherland previously sheriff of Shoshone county during the Coeur d Alene riots and involved in events leading to Governor Steunenberg s assassination. Senators Borah and Thomas jointly recommended him on January 7. The delay arose from a Justice Department inquiry into all marshal candidates due to the office role in prohibition cases. Confirmation is expected soon.
An ordinary piece of iron contains millions of tiny magnets. Each atom acts as a magnet with a north and south pole but the overall magnetism cancels because the tiny magnets are randomly oriented.
Jane Rogers advises selecting oranges by juiciness for beverages and cooking. Heavier fruits tend to yield more juice, making size a reliable indicator of juiciness. Prioritize heavier oranges when juice quantity matters.
The text reviews common metric equivalents used in cooking. It states that one salt spoon equals three quarters of a teaspoon, three teaspoons equal one tablespoon, sixteen tablespoons equal one cup, and two cups equal one pint.
Angus Sutherland announced he will name R. B. McCutcheon, acting marshal under Breshears, as chief deputy if his United States marshal nomination for Idaho is confirmed. He plans to travel to Boise this week.
The annual meeting of the West Fork Irrigation Company stockholders will be held at Paria Idaho Court House on Monday February 16 1931 at 2 o clock p m.
A historical note describes the muntjac deer of India known as the bark ing deer for its alarm call likened to a fox bark. The piece then shifts to an advertisement for Want Farms for cash buyers by R McNown of Omaha Nebraska with contact details.
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