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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1932
Page
4
At the Paris Idaho post office the Che Paris Post is entered as second class matter under the act of March 3 1878. John A Wallis editor and publisher lists subscriptions for one year and three months with prices shown.
A reader reflects on depressions and youth noting the impact on tomorrow's citizens. The piece quotes a college graduate who says he will not work more than necessary and would accept loafers if needed, highlighting concerns about too much production, unfilled jobs, and social attitudes.
Editorial urging public officials to publish regular financial reports showing sources, recipients, and purposes of public funds. Argues accountability prevents hidden waste and supports true economy by guiding tax reductions and eliminating unnecessary expenses. Minnesota Press commentary.
Three state officials George G. Barrett treasurer E G Gallet auditor and Fred E Lukens secretary of state said to have paid their state income taxes despite exemption Governor 0 Ben Ross also plans to waive exemption and pay The policy may not spread and the exempted group would pay around 100 dollars The farmer finds work and sustenance on the farm with little need to seek employment in town noting Lemhi county farmers see no rush to push to Washington.
Stewart Campbell state mine inspector for several terms announces candidacy for reelection. He cites his annual reports as key publications and says safety inspections and law enforcement have kept Idaho in public good standing and mining world approval.
February 25 report notes Twin Falls Bank and Trust Company files suit to test the validity of Idaho law levying tax assessments on capital stock of state banking institutions. The filing marks the start of a test case challenging the statute's constitutionality.
Lanark residents share birthday greetings as Bishop and Mrs Schmid visit Berfi, and Kai Parker hosts on Washington’s birthday. A wide circle of relatives gathers at Owen Roberts home for his birthday, with many local families noted. The Bee Hive group hosts mothers with candy and a Washington program. The ward’s young men plan a rabbit hunt led by Archie Parker and LaVere Wallentine. The Relief Society officers host retiring officers with a party and new lunch cloth gifts. Teachers Alfred Howell and Mose Booth lead a school program attended by many parents.
Mrs. Benjamin Weston was taken to Salt Lake on the 27th for gallstone surgery at the L D S hospital. Mrs. Pearl Nebeker went March 1 to the state capital for medical treatment after a run away incident reported last week. Mrs. Pearl E. Alley planned to attend union priesthood sessions in Paris but broke her leg falling on wet linoleum. Dr Rich and an assistant arrived to set the ankle. Myr Alvord visited representing Shupe Williams Gandy Co. M Men from Garden City played Laketown M Men in basketball and a sacrament service followed. Several Weston family members and others traveled to Salt Lake to assist the patients. Russell W Kirk brought home his mother Mrs. Mary Weston for further rest and care. February's weather was excellent and March brings a thaw and signs of spring.
Our ward reunion is being planned for Friday a public dance will be given in the evening Mr and Mrs eGorge Kunz entertained a number of friends Monday evening the occasion being their wedding anniversary Bishop Robert Schmidt of Bern and John R Rigby of Montpelier were the home missionaries in Cokeville Sunday Bishop Robert Schmidt visiting the families in Wardboro as a home missionary.
Mr and Mrs Merrell Reese visited over the weekend in Bloomington. Mr and Mrs Harold Buhler of Bennington spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Walter Buhler of Bern. Elders Hunsaker and Stewart attended meetings. They visited Sunday school along with Miss Van Orman who was also a visitor.
A birthday supper was hosted at Mr and Mrs Ward’s home in Bloomington to honor Mrs Mary Patterson who turned 79. Attendees included the Patterson and Ward families and friends along with local residents, sharing meals, gifts, and games.
St Charles reports Emery Welling and Cyril Budge lectured at the sacrament meeting drawing a large attentive audience. Various residents are noted visiting relatives in Clarkston Utah and Garden City California while town events include a Fish Haven dramatic club play, a February 29 dance, and multiple local visits and illnesses among residents.
Senator Robert De Cayle and Representative Vincent announce a more than 250000 reduction in grazing fees for 1932. Agriculture Secretary Arthur M Hyder confirms the cuts aim to relieve stockmen hit by the 1931 drought and harsh western conditions. Central Rocky Mountain region fees drop to about 20 cents monthly for cattle and horses and 5 4 cents for sheep, with grazing seasons of five months for cattle and three for sheep.
Logan Utah Baarden announces temporary arrangements due to market flood of canned milk. Skim milk will be supplied to county farmers free of charge. A note on time: Shanghai to Mountain Time difference explains dispatch date lines. A teacher student exchange ends with a quip about arithmetic learning.
Notice to stockholders of Pioneer Irrigation and Manufacturing Co. for an annual meeting to elect directors and a watermaster for the coming year. Meeting set March 14 1932 at 10 a m in the Paris Idaho vestry with in person or proxy representation requested. Secretary A T Bendrey dated February 24 1932.
A lively Friday evening featured Mrs Cassie Bowman’s visitors and guests of honor Take and Breck Miels with progressive rook high scores. The mutual Junior Girls party at Camp Tifton included games dancing lunch and refreshments. Miss Phyllis Clark and others attended events with friends and relatives as Spermmell Wilkes visited his brother. The Sunshine club met with Mrs June Daniels hosting and a Leap Year dance drew June Hymas from Liberty among attendees.
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