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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1917
Page
2
A reflection on the value of good losers in sports and life. It honors Christy Mathewson as a model, praising steady effort, resilience, and a positive attitude after losses. The piece asserts everyday Victories from home to office and encourages grit for future chances.
The itemized column covers a Junior Prom, a district judge appointment affecting court terms with dates listed, a special Sunday train for stake conference in Paris, and a planned Emerson School musical. It reports on local arrivals, a cantankerous new creamery manager, and Idaho Legislature trips, plus homegrown commerce and enlisting notices. The weather and road conditions loom as a lighthearted dash toward spring thaw.
The World notes a Dyckman farm sale recalling revolutionary history and a price near 10 000 dollars per lot or 129 000 dollars per acre. It describes nearby historic estates and tolls, mentions Astor’s settlement, and notes public access to Philippe manor Van Cortlandt Manor and Jal mansion. The Dyckman farmhouse is preserved as a memorial to Dutch farmer folk and democracy.
Teen performers led by John Alden and Abe Tueller staged a well received opera in Puritan garb. The cast impressed with acting and singing and the orchestra under David Shepherd displayed notable skill. Mr Jensen guided the production with skill, handling a large chorus and intricate music with commendable results.
Paris Sunday Schools officers work on a drama to be presented at the Opera House soon. Some youth from the Paris second ward plan a similar event with proceeds going to the ward fund. Watch for announcements.
The Fairchild Ladies Quartet will appear at the Opera House on Monday night March 19. The group features Bessie Fairchild pianist and soprano Mildred Mereness cello and soprano Dorothy Palechild violinist and contralto Lela Fairchild reader violinist contralto and pianologist. Their act blends vocal and instrumental pieces with readings and solos, highlighting versatile orchestral ability for Lyceum audiences.
The Fairchild quartet features Dorothy, Lela, Bessie, and Mildred Mereness with varied training from Herbert Butler, Magnus Schutz, Emil Liebling, and the Sherwood School. Dorothy trained in Chicago and Wisconsin, while Lela and Bessie drew on expressive studies and Mendelssohn Club activity.
A Mexican publicity pamphlet asserts Pancho Villa died 13 years ago and that the man now known by that name is of mixed blood. The pamphlet questions his identity and notes alleged false military training.
Dr. Chilton offers guidance at Stucks Home in Paris on Friday March 23 highlighting study aids and meal planning to improve concentration and learning. The program emphasizes proper plates and eating habits to support student work and health.
An advocacy message argues for a life insurance policy to protect wives and children from widowhood and drudgery. It questions the timing of becoming a widow and promotes a Guarantee Fund policy with rate details and age components as a safeguard.
A notarized affidavit from Bear Lake State Bank in Tolalio verifies a cash statement totaling 341 275 03. The document, filed in Bear Lake County Idaho, asserts the sworn accuracy of the figures by a bank shepherd Gestter acting as notary public.
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