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Newspaper
Payette Enterprise
Location
Payette, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1915
Page
2
An editorial note extols reading the Declaration of Independence and praises Taft’s visit to Calvin Cobb, while critiquing Bryan’s stance and Indiana politics. It laments sensational war reporting, praises moral and intellectual uplift from civic effort, and claims community improvement follows personal betterment and societal responsibility.
A fragment from a New York Independent piece cites Frank Molure on Chautauqua as a growing community building and business force. It quotes the Merchants Trade Journal stressing that true business rests on people and responsibility, not merely goods or infrastructure.
A historical reflection on the evolution of the country editor into a modern, responsible local newspaper leader. It argues newspapers influence education, reform, and local prosperity, serving as a vital, well-supported home paper for communities.
A compact reflection on the flag as a living idea shaped by the people. The piece claims the flag is not the symbol itself but the belief and effort of citizens, linking national identity to work, courage, and shared purpose. Also notes a lost item: a Crown coat between Ontario and Payette, with contact details for Mrs J D Miles.
The Lower Payette Valley reports a lively Chautauqua week with educational and entertainment highlights. Farmers provided autos for speakers to visit orchards as cherries from local farms filled the big tent scene. Community members, friends, and visitors share gatherings at homes, birthday celebrations, and neighborhood events amid water supply concerns and local club meetings.
A fragment describes cash loans for farm and city property with $40,000 available for first class farm real estate loans and $20,000 for city property loans at a low interest rate. Terms include mortgages and bankable notes as security and repayment plans from 90 days to one year, with $2,000 available after June 30.
James Moss of Payette and Murle Stirm of French wed in a quiet ceremony in Weiser Idaho on Saturday June 18. The couple’s families and longtime Valley friends extend heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for a long life together.
Public notice lists names including Hoffman William Percell L M Shananon Rev 4 Skvarek August E T Bowman P M and M Swanson. It invites residents to list property for the July Market Day and references a postmaster’s advertisement.
The assessment roll for sprinkling Payette streets was filed June 29 1915 in the City Clerk’s office. Property owners may file written objections by July 26 1916. The Payette City Council will meet August 2 1915 at 8 PM to hear and dispose of objections. Signed Payette Idaho June 29 1916 by City Clerk Martin C Luther. Last publication dates July 1 and July 15 1915.
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