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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1924
Page
10
The Idaho Legislature proposes Joint Resolution No. 7 to amend Section 3 of Article 16 and Section 3 of Article 15 of the state constitution, redefining water diversion rights. It sets power use limits, preserves domestic and agricultural priorities, and directs submission to voters at the next general election.
A hunter near the Sixes River in Oregon shot a large black bear that lunged from a snag and closed within feet. The first shot hit the bear, but two more were needed to stop it as the hunter lay close to a doctor when the third shot felled the animal. The Hughes brothers had kept the bear on their ranch for over two years, and it had cost them several hundred dollars.
An argument linked to a Republican education tour claims schooling yields high lifetime earnings. It asserts uneducated laborers earn about $20,000 over forty years while high school graduates reach about $40,000, calculating 2160 school days to equal $20,000 and $9.02 per day in school.
A special teacher examination is set for September 27 in the Court Room Paris for endorsement certificates. The notice involves Idaho Civil Government and School Law and outlines related examination details. Also included are dates and officials for a Senate Joint Resolution 7 proposing a constitutional amendment, published weekly in Idaho newspapers prior to the general election, with certificates and signatures from H C Baldridge and M A Kiger. Dr A L Clinton of Parallello Optical Co. will be in Montpelier September 26 27 and Paris Stucks home September 26 with visiting hours at specified times.
A modern skeptical mother rents a rural house near England where a female ghost, dubbed the strange lady, is said to haunt. Visitors including a 16 year old boy and girl report sightings, with at least 80 witnesses and ghost experts noting the well known legend tied to a Civil War cavalier who hid in a secret chamber.
Livestock owners are warned that stray animals are damaging town property including lawns fences and gardens. Residents demand strict enforcement of the current ordinance prohibiting turning out livestock. Stray stock will be impounded and owners held liable for all damages.
Francis M. Goodwin assistant secretary of the interior is expected to speak in Idaho to aid the Republican ticket. C Macey secretary of the state central committee received a Washington letter asking preferred dates and wired back for October. Charles G Dawes may visit Idaho before the campaign.
Metal pianos with patented dictions are now manufactured for trade use in damp countries. Wooden parts of piano actions in such climates have short lifespans, prompting this development to extend instrument durability and reliability.
Over Mr. Macey thinks, but as yet nothing definite has been heard from national headquarters.
A terse description from Popular Science Monthly explains a method to place a small plate of paraffin or fin material in a crevice, insert kerosene or benzine, and allow the solvent to evaporate. The process involves applying a tiny amount, ensuring the liquid penetrates all gaps, then removing the instrument for evaporation.
The richest sulphur deposits in the United States lie in Louisiana and Texas near the coast.
A report notes forged currency unearthed in France had lain hidden in soil for weeks to appear worn. The discovery highlights counterfeiters using buried notes to simulate age and authenticity.
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