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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1929
Page
2
Reflecting on Idaho’s railroad history and the enduring impact of transportation, the piece notes Golden Spike events in Blackfoot celebrating fifty years of progress. It highlights rail construction, telegraphs, tractors, and roads as drivers of wealth and civilization while condemning obstructionist politics that hinder service.
Six vacation camps are planned this summer by the extension division to connect city and country women. Starkey Hot Springs Adams County hosts June 26 to 28, Fish Haven Bearlake July 10 to 12, Lava Hot Springs July 17 to 19, Guyer Hot Springs near Hailey July 24 to 26, Mack's Inn Yellowstone park highway Fremont County July 30 to August 1, and Upper Twin Lakes Kootenai County August 7 to 9.
In Boise on June 22 reports describe streams as high and roily due to mud and high water yet some boys persist in catching fish. The state fish and game department noted generally consistent reports this week about the conditions and ongoing angling efforts.
Harold Swit of Utah Power visits Logan Paris on company business. Miss LaPriel Hess leaves for Logan and Preston to visit relatives. A rare bargain piano from Cable Nelson bungalow model on storage near Paris will be sold to the highest bidder with liberal terms. American Legion auxiliary sews 24 quilt blocks for Boise Veterans Hospital. State Deputy W B Hoge and family attend funeral of Gladys Hoge in Twin Falls.
Jack Black, longtime convict and writer for Harper’s Magazine, argues reformers overreach by seeking more laws and criticizing police. He says current systems breed criminals, favoring graft and weak police, and calls for professional, well paid officers to resist underworld power.
Mr and Mrs S J Athay returned from a two week visit in Ogden Utah with daughters Mrs John Kendall and Mrs O L Read. Last Friday June 14 marked the 152nd anniversary of adopting the Stars and Stripes by the Continental Congress. Flags were displayed along Main Street and at businesses to honor the event.
Mr and Mrs. Asa Wilcox and family of Nampa are noted as former residents of Paris in a concise community update.
The text argues against using public funds to aid privileged groups and warns that paternalistic schemes erode democratic principles. It notes taxes rise when government shifts from core duties to commercial ventures, causing waste and higher fees. It calls for minimal government intervention and criticizes credit norms and war era reforms.
Mr and Calvan Jackson traveled from Logan early in the week. A daughter was born Saturday to Mr and Mrs Charles Spencer with mother and baby both doing fine. Mrs Frank Snowball and her son Wal lace left Friday for Upton Utah to spend the summer. Sols Place has seen several pleasing changes recently.
Reports from Payette Lakes Bay Area and Snake River note heavy catches with some large specimens. A Boise physician bragged of an almost 3 foot fish caught in two hours, while conditions vary by region due to high water and unsettled weather. Utah anglers flock to Mackay streams and Arrowrock dam area reports indicate up to 22 inch trout, with other streams offering smaller hauls. An upcoming June 22 23 event features games, contests and prizes including motor cycle tires and goggles, with morning and afternoon attractions and a hill climb cash prize event.
Miss Stella Schenck and Mrs Devere Curtiss recover from illnesses as the Paris Band opens a day of activities for local sportsmen. Prominent state game officials address problems, with musical numbers readings and a one act play. A bear Lake trout lunch is planned after a morning band concert and shoe pitching contests.
Notice is given by the administratrix of the estate of Ernest T Perrett deceased to creditors and others with claims against the deceased to exhibit them with vouchers within six months after first publication to the office of the Probate Judge Bear Lake County Idaho at Paris Idaho the place fixed for the transac
Primrose Perrett, administratrix, announces the administration of the estate of Ernest T. Perrett, deceased, dated June 17, 1929. The notice invites creditors to present claims and details the estate handling.
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