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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1931
Page
4
The piece honors settlers and their lasting impact, arguing the pioneer spirit endures beyond the past. It contrasts ox drawn caravans with modern mobility and notes that every generation must push horizons, honoring those who shaped western development.
The Idaho mountains have seen ten years of road building linking wilderness areas to highways and tourist routes. Sportsmen praise access but question whether stocking programs overlook trout streams reachable only by trails. While scenery attracts travelers, auto touring now competes with fishing as a primary recreation in the region.
A brief fragment from the Idaho Statesman in Boise notes the challenge of persuading him about a fact, signaling unresolved argument or debate within the article.
Notice is given that on account of Assessment No 10 there is delinquent stock listed with certificate and share counts. Delinquent amounts for B J Johnson Minnie Johnson Estate Mrs Rev R Runolfson Dawson and Dawson will be sold at public auction at H R Shepherd Lumber Co Paris Idaho unless paid before the stated hour.
Bern Brevities notes Bishop Parley Kunz Orlando and Abel Kunz on a business trip to Soda Springs. Bishop and Mrs. Robert Schmid and Nathan Barlow visited Pegram and Alton. Alma Kunz returned from Afton where he worked for a construction company. Nathan Barlow went to Salt Lake for a short visit. Bishop Robert Schmid and John R. Rigby spoke at sacraments in Nothan. Joseph S. Robinson of Montpelier and Roscoe Evans of Raymond spoke at the sacrament meeting. Robert Kinz visited Geneva.
Residents of St Charles hosted a long list of friends and relatives from Salt Lake City Star Valley Logan and other Utah towns as well as California and Los Angeles. Many extended stays including a wedding in Logan and a Californiabased tent show attracted crowds. The Merry Makers club in Georgetown discussed outings and dressedwork with local leaders absent due to illness.
An account of the Henry Stampede at Soda Springs notes the August 6-8 reunion and rodeo. It praises community organization, the program's punctual start, and calls for broader support from the Union Pacific to place Soda Springs stampede on the map, comparing it to Cheyenne and Pendleton. The piece mentions plans for fairgrounds expansion and local infrastructure notes about artesian wells and regional water.
Busy Bee members met at Helen Austins home to make patterns or slips and play Poke and the Ice Man. Refreshments were served. Sunshine Sewing Club met at Miss LaRee Hymas home to score woolen patches and knit wear. They discussed appropriate dress for the club girl and coming prepared to cut out.
In the Paris area two pianos are offered at sacrifice. One is a Baby Grand to be returned to Ogden. Instead of reshipping, the contract will be assigned to a party with solid references. Contact R P Snyder Glen Bros Music Co Ogden Utah for full balance details.
Notice lists delinquent shares of Pioneer Irrigation and Manufacturing Co of Paris Idaho due to assessments levied in 1931. The document provides shareholder names and amounts, with legible entries including Alfred Colton and others, showing amounts owed and penalties.
The Union Pacific yearly tax payment in Idaho amounts to 2,359,695.28 dollars, funding schools and government at county and state levels. The Union Pacific Employer Booster League argues rail movement support protects jobs and tax receipts, noting truck taxes and highway impact. In Bear Lake county taxes reach 113,914.77 dollars with 61,895.44 for schools and 5219.33 for government costs.
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