21 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1920
Page
1
The notice explains that Idaho residents who miss registration for the primary must register by October 30 and that absent voters may vote by mail or at the auditor’s office. It details mail ballot procedures, eligibility, and how ballots are counted by precinct election officials.
Voters who have not yet qualified are reminded to register before October 30 at 9 PM as the nation faces a pivotal presidential election. The notice urges duty to county, state, and country.
Advertiser seeks pasture and feed for fifty horses through winter. Payment offered at 3.00 dollars per month. Contact R. A. Budge in Paris Idaho by phone 84R8. Classified notice format typical of rural help wanted exchange.
Senator Harding speaks to a Front Porch audience of 12,000 women on social justice. He supports a National Department of Public Welfare and measures for maternity protection, child labor prohibition, health, education, equal pay, eight hour day, and labor rights, while urging restraint in international commitments.
A editorial argues Americans should reject the Wilson Cox League of Nations citing Article X obligations, U.S. military commitments to France, and alleged deception by Wilson and Cox about congressional consent and Monroe Doctrine linkage. It asserts the league invites interference and expands U.S. obligations globally.
The county campaigns show limited activity mainly around Probate Judge candidates. Parties plan meetings, while voters grow more reading minded and less swayed by rallies. A hopeful, good natured contest is anticipated with two weeks of intense baby kissing and handshakes, amid political advertising.
The Bear Lake stake held a social institute with ward representatives including the ward teacher trainer social and recreational leader relief society official and relief committee chairmen. Topics covered recreation charity psychology and education with a highlighted hour of regulated play. The institute continues next weekend and invites participation from all wards.
Parley 8 Lewis of Fairfield Idaho son of Mr and Mrs John Lewis won a prize for raising wheat in Camas County Idaho. The Baart variety wheat was exceptional and some was taken by the government for seed. The early maturing 90 day wheat is praised for Inter Mountain country. Dr C O Moore of this city is involved in the project.
A single carload of No 1 northern wheat, 2600 bushels, arrives in Fort William from the western Canada harvest. The carload, part of a CPR hopper train, is valued at 7150 dollars, enough to purchase about 205 acres at thirty dollars per acre.
The piece contrasts governors Alexander and Davis over state taxes. It cites a $88,000 deficiency left by Haines and notes continuing deficits after Davis took office, urging Bear Lake County residents to check 1919 Session laws and county tax records for proof.
A brief item lists electors Edward C. Rich Kirtland Perry Jas R. Bothwell and Mrs Edward L. Bryan in a Democratic presidential slate. The text reflects a voting record note or protest regarding the slate.
William Howard Taft argues that the League's moral force and the need for unanimous great power consent would shield the US from perverting its aims. He says the League's importance transcends domestic party politics and justifies ignoring party ties to pursue this world boon. Tribune August 2, 1920.
The article accuses Republican leaders of souring national pride by attacking the conduct of the war to gain a partisan edge. It asserts these efforts would tarnish the US military glory and threaten the administration's standing ahead of elections.
Thomas Felton an Oregon Short Line locomotive engineer and Carlistea hotel proprietor's son is found dead in his Bagley hotel room in Montpelier. Physicians suspect poison with a slow agonizing death after an apparent ten hours since death. An autopsy and coroner's inquest are planned as detectives investigate the mystery.
Treasury Secretary William G. McAdoo addressed a large Montpelier crowd as his train to Pocatello paused. More than twenty five Paris travelers and local residents flocked to hear his views on the league of nations during the brief stop.
The Paris Studio opened last Saturday and will serve this valley area. Operated by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Grandy, it continues a family photo tradition from Mrs. Grandy’s childhood with A Jenks. The studio offers modern equipment and high grade work.
Boston diners and restaurant operators from many locations in the state met with United States Attorney Daniel J. Gallagher to explain complaints about high food prices. He cited alleged profits up to 1900 percent on vegetables, corn at 40 cents an ear, coffee at 10 cents a cup, and pie at 20 cents a cut.
Cyril J. Alvard of Oakland California and Vera Dell of Montpelier received a marriage license at the County Clerk's office last Thursday and were married the same day. They plan to reside in Oakland California.
Mias Mae Broomhead arrived back in Paris on Saturday after an extended stay in Salt Lake City.
A political advertisement proclaims the United States won the war through organized genius and an efficiency driven administration. It lauds World War I as the most brilliant chapter in U.S. military history, contrasting with older wars since 1776.
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