Notice of Bankruptcy Discharge Hearing in Idaho District Court
Henry D. Bartenhagen filed for discharge in bankruptcy in the District Court of Idaho. Creditors must show cause by August 26, 1918, with opposition grounds filed by August 26 in the Clerk’s office. Also, an 1913-era sale notice offers two lots with a small home for $600, plus a road district warning from W. F. Sturm about improper water use on the public highway.
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VS. Aharge
District Court of the United States
District of Idaho
Henry D. Bartenhagen
United States District Court For Idaho
Oliver J. Smith
Weiser
Idaho
W. F. Stirm
Dist
Why We Must Save Food in War Time
The 1917 French crop shortfalls and 1918 outlook show wheat at 58 percent deficiency, potatoes near one third normal, and sugar beets 67.9 percent down. Meat herds fell by 1.8 million. these shortages threaten allied nations and risk victory. Russia collapsed from internal failure to feed its people, not just German pressure, underscoring the need for international food aid and wartime restraint.
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France
America
Russia
Germany
Evade Rigid Food Control. Germany Faces Surreptitious Sales
Semi official reports to the U S food administration claim Germany cannot stop secret trade in butter eggs and bacon. Butter sells from 1.75 to 2.25 dollars per pound eggs go for 10 to 15 cents each and bacon or ham runs from 2.25 to 8.25 dollars per pound amid strict regulations.
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Germany
Od States Food Administration
Early Forms of Transport Drive Human Innovation
The piece traces primitive transport from boats and hand propelled movement to sledges, rollers, and the wheel. It notes animal traction with camels elephants and horses, the development of axles, and the cart wheel, culminating with Greek philosophers like Aristotle fostering advances in mechanics.
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Mexico
First Irish Coaching Company and the Bianconi era
In 1815 an Italian, Bianconi, founded Irelands first coaching business. Long miles of routes grew safe transport, making Bianconi wealthy as cars carried passengers through 128 towns, with fares of two pence per mile. The Hulls note cars varied in size, provided dry cushions, and changed cushions after two stages in wet weather. A separate Edmonton log reports lifting 2,205 pounds of automobiles on to vans and 45,000 pounds total weight in nine hours of labor, with strong, stubborn effort described as a good days work.
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Bianconi
Ireland
Hall
Edmonton
Nerosa
Sam
No Terror Do You Believe In Fire And Brimstone
A shivering citizen questions doomsday beliefs asking about fire and brimstone after earthly life. He admits uncertainty yet feels some fear, while another voice expresses disbelief, creating a tense, speculative dialogue about apocalyptic ideas.
Idaho Representatives Seeks Full and Part Time Contractors
National Casualty Company of Detroit invites Idaho residents to apply for exclusive territory representative roles. Positions include direct home office coordination, contract opportunities, and a chance to earn substantial income across all sections of Idaho.
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Idaho
National Casualty Company
Detroit
Mich
Land Hollow harvests near complete and travels noted
The Land Hollow area sees most grain harvested with some headed this week. John Fee spent days on the ranch last week. W F James lost a good young mare in Weiser on business. Vera Fee visits the Cove San and Geo Kaiser ranch for several days. Mrs Sam Stottler and daughters leave for Seattle for six weeks to visit relatives. Many Hollow residents celebrated the 4th in Weiser. Frank Patterson and wife of near Cambridge visited Dan and family. John Fee and Jessie Hatley of Cambridge wed in Weiser on July 8. Mrs Jno Smith’s two daughters visit from Castlerock, Washington for a couple weeks. Ed Connally in Oregon last week visiting brother George in Grande Ronde. Mr Guy and Geo Kaiser bought a new header and plan to head for the Hollow. I announce candidacy for Republican Nominee for Payette County Prosecuting Attorney. Primary September 3 1918. Request support after thorough scrutiny of morality and integrity.
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John Fee
W. F. James
Weiser
Vera Fee
Cove Sanday
Geo. Kaiser
Hollow
Frank Patterson
Cambridge
Dan
Jessie Hatley
O. F. Self
Jno. Smith
Mra. Cook
Sunday
Castlerock
Wash
Ed Connally
Oregon
George
Grande Ronde Valley
Guy
Payette County
Maho
John H. Norris
Barrier to Sight of Stars Theory Gains Scientific Acceptance
The article explains a proposed interstellar veil made of microscopic particles that blocks light at extreme distances. Dr. C. G. Abbott of the Smithsonian estimates the substance’s density at one trillionth that of Earth's air, yet a sphere from Earth to the nearest star would contain a mass equal to 1,000 times the mass of the sun.
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C. G. Abbott
Smithsonian Institution
Space
Earth
Solar System
Appropriate Howl Causes Scene at Pittsfield Theater
A homeless dog wandered into a Pittsfield Massachusetts theater and began howling as the film screen displayed the line Let the dogs of war howl prompting amused patrons and a brief pause in the screening.
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Pittsfield
Mass
Varieties of Pearls and Local Notices in Payette Oregon
The item discusses dark gray and blackish pearls likely from pino na shell, their limited value, and ways to distinguish them from fakes. It notes small golden luster pearls from a small avicula shell car and mentions Liberty Auto Co. in Payette. Also items lost, for sale on Payette Heights, rent notice, and a cartoon-style joke about war in Europe.
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Liberty Auto Co
Payette
Stove Heated Garden Aims Extended Rowing Season
The garden of James Swartz at Holter Dam Montana uses an inside stove and a curtain on a frame for exterior protection. The seven foot square garden features terraces around a hollow center rising to ten feet. Swartz believes the setup will extend the rowing season.
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James Swartz
Holter Dam
Mont
Swarts
USE MOVIES TO TEST EYES
A medical view states that watching well-focused motion pictures is safe for healthy eyes and can reveal defects in subnormal vision. Doctors advise careful viewing and note that regular film watching should not harm the eyes, though those with poorer sight may notice strain after prolonged viewing.
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C. A. Balm
Annals of
Ophthalmology
Baim
Buckwheat Flour as Wheat Substitute in 1917 Meals
Buckwheat flour can replace a quarter of wheat flour in bread making and is recommended in buckwheat pancakes for breakfast. The Food Administration urges use of substitutes to meet an 11 wheatless meals per week target for America to aid the allies.
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America
Food Administration
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