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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1926
Page
1
The piece argues to end profitable war by public mobilization and price controls. It cites Wilson, Harding, Coolidge, and the War Industries Board, outlining the five M's of national resources and the link between efficient mobilization and reduced profiteering in wartime.
A farming note urges farmers to begin soil cultivation as soon as possible after a wet fall and mild winter. It argues thorough harrowing to form a fine dust mulch, securing a strong stand of roots, and treats spring rains as making cultivation even more valuable as insurance. Also reports Mr and Mrs Jos Bagley returning to Paris after a seven week trip around the states and to Havana.
Governor I C C Moore proclaims April 18 to 24 1926 as American Forest Week urging cooperation to safeguard forests from fires and promote reforestation. The measure cites President Coolidge designation and Idaho as home to vast virgin timber, calling for press schools churches and citizens to observe and protect natural resources.
Agricultural note advises copper carbonate dust for wheat, oats treated with Formaldehyde 1 pint per 10 gallons, or 40 bushels. oats benefit from a spray. Barley requires a two hour Formaldehyde soak with 1 pint Formalin per 30 gallons at 60 F. Smith promotes this guidance for smut control.
Preliminary examinations will be held in the Court Room at Paris on April 2 and 3 for all applicants seeking third grade certificates. Subjects include arithmetic, orthography, reading, grammar, geography, physiology, hygiene, and penmanship with specified time slots. Amy D. Kelshy, County Superintendent, states all applicants must enter the area.
The Commercial Club met in the courthouse Monday with baseball as the main topic. J S Peterson reported favorable plans for a city baseball team and a league of enthusiasts from tributary towns, while Chase Kears outlined county agricultural potential and pea industry prospects. Joseph Stucki was introduced as the new club secretary, welcomed for prior public service and past club leadership.
Mrs. Anna Louise Rich returns to Montpelier Tuesday after a pleasant Lakota visit with daughter Mrs. B. M. Pugmire. Mrs. Kate Innes heads to Paris for the summer after a Provo winter, accompanied by daughter Gertrude who will visit here.
For the semi annual conference in Salt Lake City from April 2 to 6, excursion fares of one and one half times the regular fare are offered. Idaho travelers receive the same rate, tickets sold at origin with sale starting April 2. Check with local agents for stopover allowances and avoid one way tickets unless returning at regular fare.
A Denver Post sourced poem critiques broad taxation on farmers, workers, and daily life. It lampoons taxes on livestock, clothes, homes, bread, shoes, and even unborn, urging readers to resist while warning of government overreach.
A fragmented text fragment discusses the value of giving and receiving benefits, cautioning against hoarding good deeds. The passage warns that benefits kept unused may be wasted and questions how to render them effectively.
The Emerson school music department staged Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to a full house Tuesday night under Archie Shepherd. Principal roles were well performed by Beth Rich, Helen Cook, Opal Alfred, Leola Passey, Dora Dunn, William Janss, and others with Dwarfs led by Lowell Shepherd and Glenen Grimmett. Dancers Francia Pearce and Myrle Law performed as well.
Laketown notes report a wetting Saint Patrick's prospects aiding agriculture and drying roads. The M I A Dramatic Co performed "Marys Millions" at St Charles to wide approval. A three month infant died at Kemmerer and funeral rites were held locally. Community elders and teachers attended stake meetings. religion class sessions drew large numbers and praised by organizers.
A four district traveling program by the Re lef Society visited Liberty ward last week. Group performances moved among districts with a one act play minibout and musical readings. Notables included Bishop Wm R. Morgan Jos M Hymas Jos Derricott and John Morgan. The M IA plans a Friday play Captain Racket and invites all to attend.
On January 1, 1926 the United States Veterans Bureau adopted a new Schedule of rates for all disability classes from World War service. The change makes previously non compensable conditions eligible for monthly compensation. Veterans with claims under 10 percent or seeking proof of service connection should contact their nearest American Legion post commander for aid in prosecuting their claim.
Mesdames W. S Averill and Harry Rogers entertained a group of ladies at the Averill home for a Kin gington and 500 party. A warm dinner was served early. Guests included Mesdames Bagley Wells Pendrey Moore Foulger Pendrey Shepherd Wallis Caldwell Lindquist Heinly Earl Shepherd Hoge Jeter Grimmett and the hostesses.
County official Amy D Kelsey announces Mrs C E Roe national field secretary of the Parents Teachers Association will speak to parents teachers and school board members at Montpelier High School May 7 with sessions at 3 30 p m and 7 30 p m no admission charge to either meeting Roe formerly Colorado state organizer is described as an eminent speaker and entertainer with information to share
Miss Ruth Hadlock and Miss Verna Jackson led as chorister and pianist for an engaging musical program. Ray Nixon attended the event and ordered Shupe-Williams Candy Co. products while tracing Bishop Crockett of Montpelier and Bear Lake pioneer ties. Young Huskies work on South Eden roads under Henry W. Young.
A historical note describes traditions in Sweden where weddings took place at night. A strong superstition dictates the bride must step into the carriage with her right foot first and repeat the act when she enters the couple's new home for the first time.
Idaho farmers announced intentions to raise potato acreage by 20 percent and spring wheat by 15 percent from last year according to a March survey by Julius H Jacobson agricultural statistician for Idaho. The figures reflect planting intentions, not firm forecasts, and compare with national trends of 2 percent less spring wheat and 4 percent more potatoes.
A special program will be held Sunday March 28 at 7 30 p m in the Second ward hall under the direction of the joint M I A associations. Everyone is invited.
The piece urges a town wide clean up and fix up effort with a focus on personal and communal neatness. It argues spring cleaning inventories trash piles and emphasizes self responsibility and committee of one to start cleanliness campaigns and prevent mess from accumulating.
During the past week over 164 cases of eggs were shipped from the local station by express and parcel post to Pocatello and Wyoming markets. The value is estimated at 800 dollars. Each case contained 360 eggs.
Ninety three cases of eggs were shipped to Wyoming markets from the first of last week to Monday of this week by F T Shepherd & Sons. The eggs were valued at about $558. Since January 1 this firm has disposed of $3,260 worth of eggs, averaging $1,000 paid out per month to egg producers in this locality.
A letter from Leipzig Germany arrived this week containing information to be acted on. The contents reference postal routing and further instructions to be followed by recipients in Germany and abroad.
A short note claims that black cows are hotter than red ones based on scientific proof. The report notes an ongoing discussion among scientists about how coat color may affect heat absorption in cattle.
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