Annual Paris Old Folks Dinner in First Ward Hall
The annual event for Paris seniors in the First Ward hall drew about 250 attendees over 50. The program featured a turkey carving artist, a toastmaster Dr. Hayward, speeches by Thomas Sleight and others, and a debated question on the setting hen versus incubator. A junior class served as hosts with dancing and a full dining setup, praised by a local editor for its sincere, festive spirit and excellent service.
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Paris
First Ward
Iter ‘Budge
Dr. Hayward
Thomas Sleight
Wm. L. Rich
J. A. Stucki
J. W. Cook
Davis
John Bird
Montpelier Rail Upgrade Plans Rise From Dirt
Engineers from the Oregon Short Line discuss acquiring land along the main line to obtain dirt for fills as double tracking will extend through Montpelier. A new depot may follow once the project proceeds, with a suggested approach involving local representation to headquarters. Easter timing and historical reflections accompany a town record dated February 13, 1913.
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Lellman
Ither
Oregon Short Line
Paris
Westo Montpelier
Montpelier
Shein
Amen
Russell to Cashier Role Sparks Local Support
A note praises Will H. Young known as Russell for potential cashier duties. Describes him as a personable, helpful young man with prior service on the city council and leadership as Commercial Club president. Friends in Paris wish him wealth, success, and happiness.
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Russell
Commercial Club
Shepherd
Bear Lake County
Washington marriage law echoed in state debate
The author recounts Washington's 19th century marriage law requiring a test perceived as unfair to women. He notes lawmakers sought repeal after long debates, suggesting men would seek marriages in other states to avoid perceived indignities. The piece implies gender bias in the test design and its effects.
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Washington
Idaho
Oregon
Suit Filed Over $20,000 Medical Negligence Claim
A district court suit seeks $20,000 from Doctors Ashley and Cooley filed by Thomas L. Glenn for Mrs. Arthur Nowland. The action alleges wrong treatment led to the amputation of both legs after initial surgery and subsequent removal of the remaining limb at Salt Lake City’s L D S Hospital. The doctors say they saved her life and provided care for her, while expressing gratitude for their role.
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District Court
Drs. Ashley and
Cooley
Thomas L. Glenn
Arthur Nowland
Ashley & Cooley
Nowland
Salt Lake City
Dumiates
Ace
Gole Family Relocated to New City Address
Mr and Mrs George Gole, formerly of Preston, are now settled at 454 South 5th East Balt Lake City. George has begun work as an auditor for Studebaker.
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George
Gole
Preston
South
5Th East
Balt
Lake City
Studebaker
Brady and Borah Debate Connecticut River Dam Bill
Washington report notes Senator Brady arrives in time for debates on a federal dam bill governing navigable river sites. Senator Borah opposes federal control, while Brady’s irrigation expertise supports practical law applications amid broad discussion and influence on Idaho politics via Senator Perky. Alfred W. Shepherd seeks law study in Washington.
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Washington, D. C
Iub
Brady
Washington
Borah
United States
Senate
Perky
Idaho
Wilson
Alfred W. Shepherd
Bisie Seb
Eee X
Shepherd
Reception for Elder Charles Sorrensen in Ovid
A returnee from Norway was honored with a meetinghouse reception Tuesday night in Ovid. John Othoso gathered a hat and raised $200 in minutes to aid a Danish family, part of a 25 year total of about $40,000 donated by Ovid residents for missionary work. The note praises Bishop Lindsay and the local congregation.
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Charles Sorrensen
Norway
John Othoso
Denmark
John
Ovid
Lindsay
Wright's Printing Bid Veto Triggers Boise vs Nampa Tug
Charley Wright chaired the printing committee and supported awarding a Boise firm long a bid for the contract. The committee rejected his choice and awarded to a Nampa newspaper at a lower rate. Wright warned the Nampa plant would fail to deliver and trouble followed as bills lingered for 10 days awaiting prompt action.
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Charley Wright
Wright
Boise
Nampa
Oversmith
Breeding Drives West Range Livestock Improvement
E J Toldings Animal Husbandman Idaho Experiment Station argues for the shift from free grazing to purebred stock. Better blood, winter feeding, and care improve growth, flesh, and profitability across cattle horses and sheep on western ranges.
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E. J. Toldings
Idaho Experiment Station
William G. Smith Named Deputy State Game Warden
William G. Smith of Sharon has been appointed deputy state game warden and will leave for Boise once transport arrives. The position pays about $1600 annually.
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William G. Smith
Sharon
Boise
Printer Receipts Show 80 to 85 Bills and 4 Unprinted
An examination of the records reveals the printer received between 80 and 85 bills and 4 resolutions not printed and thus unavailable for house consideration. This excludes items held by committees and the 100 bills introduced Friday.
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Wien
Iipeeneradpitiye
Will H. Young
Ooster
J. Russell Shepherd
Jos
R. Shepherd
Apen
Shepherds
Shepherd Bear Lake
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