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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1938
Page
3
A reader argues that letters must show real names and suggests channeling more funds from presidential ball donations to the American Medical Association for research into infantile paralysis. The writer states baths and massages cannot remove spinal blood clots or brain injuries.
Raymond Davis of the Green River Wye recounts a Jackson Hole journey to view elk herds. He notes long driving miles, treacherous roads, locked restrooms, and frosty scenery while praising Hoback country and elk behavior, questioning those who hunt them.
The 1938 All-America prize list highlights three winners: Orange Fantasy Crested Calendula receiving an award of merit, Golden West Marigold earning a special mention, and Navajo Zinnias also receiving a special mention. The Navajo Zinnias feature medium sized, double and semi double blooms with many long narrow petals tipped in white or creamy yellow.
The note extols Great Salt Lake as perhaps the purest swimming hole in the world, noting that even ocean bacteria die in its wash.
An Idaho Pioneer piece presents a humorous exchange where a Dutchman speaks to his dog about daily life and fatigue. A Chinese immigrant is questioned by a customs officer asking for his name, with the officer noting the name is transformed into English. The immigrant reveals his real name as Ah Choo.
William Z Ballantyne former Weber County deputy clerk faces embezzlement charges after misappropriating 929 92 dollars of county funds. Sheriff Wat son says he has left the state. A complaint was issued by County Atty Hendricks and a warrant by City Judge Belnap. Ballantyne once served as assistant cashier at Bear Lake State Bank. The shortage was refunded shortly after discovery.
County Agent Gladhart advises farmers to regularly inventory farm assets to estimate net worth, track yearly progress, and aid in securing credit or settling estates. Free two page forms and a farm record book are available from the County Agent’s office.
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