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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1918
Page
4
The piece notes a proposed drive to develop idle water powers to ease coal scarcity, citing Gifford urging new laws. It mentions Utah coal shortages, rail capacity strain, and hydro electric companies achieving some records, with calls to conserve coal and fuel wood for other uses.
In a Muskogee Times-Democrat piece from January 12 1918 the author contrasts local petty cold and utility inconveniences with soldiers in French trenches. He notes the war effort, urging readers to consider brave men weathering zero winds and blizzards for mankind and to endure their own discomfort.
The Utah Power and Light Co. taps Bear River to supply power for Salt Lake City Ogden and 160 towns. This year it generated energy equal to 1 000 000 tons of coal saving 25 000 carloads of coal or more than half as many carloads of fuel oil.
The piece argues that voters must elect a higher type of citizen to end the practice of shifting tax blame. It cites rising Colorado property taxes from 17 to 20 per thousand in 1917 and notes schools tax increases driven by school laws and officialism, urging legislators to represent taxpayers and reduce taxes to support wartime needs.
General Pershing commends the high school fighting men for leading cleaner lives than ever before, praising their example and discipline. He notes a similar body of men and lauds their conduct and training.
Washington reports urge mothers to trust soldiers in France and note high discipline while announcing licenses for livestock feed manufacturers and dealers by February 16. New medical training courses expand at Fort Oglethorpe and Fort Riley to 7,000 capacity.
Preliminary program dated February 5 or 24 lists musical numbers and readings. Includes Battle Hymn of the Republic and America songs, Lincoln program with prayers, mixed quartets, and readings. Mentions Aunt Em Wells, Our Mountain Home So Dear, and references to biographical sketches and history volumes.
A broad notice outlines life for recruits in the war effort, listing available supplies, training camps, and units. It notes 9,000 officers and 20,000 enlisted men have already graduated from medical camps since June 1 and are under instruction for roles in ambulances, hospitals, and evacuation services. It also calls for veterinarians, farmers, stable workers, and others with horse handling experience, plus specific trades. Pay ranges from 20 to 56 dollars monthly with rations and quarters. The War Service Exchange aids inquiries and matching candidates to army needs, coordinating with labor departments to place personnel in suitable branches.
Inquiries on enlistment go to the War Service Exchange Room 529 State War and Navy Building Washington D C. To conserve tin and paint ingredients the war effort limits house paint to 82 shades after July 1. Some firms offer 100 shades. enamels eight shades. floor paint eight. roof barn two. shingle stains 12. carriage paint eight. architectural varnishes ten. Half gallon cans will be discontinued and other sizes reduced.
The United States Food Administration warns there is no royal road to conservingfood. Victory depends on voluntary action from all Americans, with each kitchen, table, and enterprise sharing the burden.
The notice lists dates February 18 19 20 21 23 in Montpelier for an event at Goodman Christman Store First National Bank. It mentions office locations and suggests activity at Stucks Home from 10 to pm, indicating a sale or appointment window.
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