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Newspaper
Payette Enterprise
Location
Payette, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1917
Page
1
The Third Annual Chautauqua at Pagetion drew large crowds despite a tough start with weather and bay prices. Lecturers Dr. Tiohn and Montaville Mowers impressed many. Mowers sparked thought though some opposed his Societal ideas. The community absorbed the teachings, questioning what will be assimilated into civic life.
Payette County officers install a new pastor for the Church of God and organize a county government in Payette Idaho. Officials announce salaries, courthouse furniture purchases, and plans for office space. Proclaimed greetings to residents, with emphasis on civic improvement and church partnership. DANIEL L ROKERT
Tossing returns from Portland where he arranges manufacturing for an apple sizer rider. Orders fill capacity as graders weigh and sort fruit by weight into boxes and packs. Shipments expected by mid next week. patent discussions in Canada stalled.
A barn belonging to W R Higgenbotham burned down at about 10 o'clock on the Fourth, likely from firecrackers. The neighboring barn narrowly escaped as firefighters arrived. Higgenbotham’s car inside the burning barn was saved. Also, Ferrin G Harland and Miss Helen Driscoll wed at the bride’s mother’s home with Rev. Thos Ashworth officiating. Full details to appear next week.
Two promising young businessmen, decent citizens, raced along a Payette street. One car drifted, hit a curb and rolled, yet the driver escaped serious harm while eggs were scrambled. A near tragedy ends as a satire on patriotism and duty versus minor pleasures.
The National Exemption Board appointed by the Government includes Sheriff J. H. Hannigan County Clerk W. A. Cloud and Dr. W. T. Drysdale of New Plymouth. It will compile a complete list of men who registered on June 5 for selective draft and, when drawn, conduct personal examination of non physical exemption concerns. J. A. Connyers traveled from Cascade and spoke of Cascade as a lively place with three lumber camps and rapid construction near the county seat.
Fred Moss and Leorette Brennan of Graceville Minnesota wed at the bride’s home with plans for a Payette Idaho summer. The ceremony followed a Shriner convention trip to Minneapolis. The couple will reside in Payette with a reception planned by the group The Bunch and the Commercial Club noting ongoing local civic ties.
Accident on Dry Back hill injures Warren Dorathy, son of E B Dorathy, and lightly hurts Verna Tucker. Dorathy thrown through windshield, rushed to Burt Pitch home. doctor reports no bone breaks but a chest hemorrhage. Mrs Dorathy leaves Monday to be with husband as he recovers. District Agricultural notices follow detailing remote farmer bulletins and home drying methods for fruits and vegetables.
Personal and local mentions include July 3 celebrations a baby birth and visits from Dr Streetle the eye doctor and Mrs Jen son, plus the next Community Sing on Saturday July 14. Notable arrivals include Ora Wilkins from Columbus Ohio and Miss Retta Young from Salt Lake City visiting relatives.
Upscale home talent show staged at Emma Theatre Tuesday for Red Cross benefit impresses with up to date performances. Payette showcases top talent, singing pleases, two Salt Lake visitors provide strong aid, and clog dancing by Chester Short and Hattie Justice stands out.
A 30 mile drive through eastern Oregon and southwestern Idaho shows top condition alfalfa hay. Weather has been ideal for first cutting, boosting grower hopes for good prices as shippers demand quality. Emphasizes weed control, proper variety mix, and avoiding damaged hay to maintain market value.
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