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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1907
Page
2
Governor Gooding's message to the Idaho Legislature praises reform aligned with Roosevelt and warns against defying the constitution. The piece criticizes legislators for accepting free railway transportation and urges adherence to lawful governance amid widespread graft concerns.
The legislature accepted a free use offer from the Bell Telephone Company for the state system during the session. Critics argue such gifts create obligations and undermine independence, urging reforms and supporting the governor's stance against corporate influence.
In Boise last week Dubois provided funds to cover all expenses and attorney fees for a forthcoming case. He aims to pursue the matter vigorously, with Hawley and Dietrich handling the legal work. The Smoot case may be decided first, affecting this litigation.
Democratic legislators unite to support a local option law allowing counties precincts cities or towns to vote on selling intoxicating liquor. The action aims for swift passage in both houses and gubernatorial approval.
The article calls on legislators to vote their position on local option liquor laws. It argues residents should decide alcohol availability, noting temperate Mormon communities oppose intoxication and favor keeping liquor out of their towns. The piece urges a clear legislative record on the matter.
Government approves grazing of 17000 cattle and horses and 18500 sheep on Beatrice Forest Reserve in 1907. Cattle and horses May 1 to Oct 16 at gb per head for cattle and 35c for horses. Sheep June 15 to Oct 15 at 7c and ? per head. Applications due March 11, 1907. John Squires Supt. William B Hoge Assist Ranger Paris Idaho.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a potent restorative for nursing mothers and women with weak health. It claims to sustain strength during lactation, ease pregnancy preparation, reduce neural and menstrual discomfort, and provide a pure glyceric extract without alcohol. The piece urges readers to request a booklet from Dr Pierce at Buffalo New York for composition and endorsements.
County notice from Sheriff or treasurer announces warrants in the current expense and fond and fridge funds, all of the 1806 series, will be paid on presentation. Interest ceases days after date of notice. Dated January 10, 1907.
The City of Paris invites bids for red pine lumber including 1 920 feet of 3x4 sections 14 16 or 18 feet long and 11 820 feet of 2x4 12 14 or 16 feet long plus 3 inch plank 18 feet long. Deliveries split by April 1 1907 and June 1 1907. Bids opened January 19 1907. City Clerk L T Soenvnenp reserves right to reject any or all bids.
Shepherd Bros offers a wide range of men’s garments and accessories. Visit their store for Gent's furnishing goods and expert fittings.
Sale and purchase offers for farm land houses and lots with options for clear titles loans insurance and land conveyancing. Also 125 tons of hay for sale and a half acre building spot in Paris plus a home and farm for sale. Call at the Court House Water Hoex.
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