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Newspaper
Payette Enterprise
Location
Payette, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
2
A Payette Idaho notice indicates a matter entered at the post office on June 14 1917 under federal act procedures. The document cites Payette and references the 31 August 1907 entry date for the second class matter.
At the outbreak of the European war James J Hill warned that postwar reconstruction and debt would push world interest rates higher and strain American industry. Since his death and wartime actions, Congress authorized vast war obligations, raising concerns that American railroads face severe financial strains unless carrier securities stay attractive amid rising costs and scarce funds.
Dr Teey South Wittens, noted writer and lecturer, joins the lecture staff of the school in Pittsburg to urge Liberty Loan participation. He argues victory or defeat hinges on immediate support, urging bonds from $50 to $1,000, with 1 2 percent interest, payable in gold, to back soldiers at the front and maintain American prosperity.
The Payette Y M C A board launches a drive to raise 4000 dollars after the 1912 building destruction. Directors appeal personally to residents, stressing services such as home life for boys, employment bureau, religious teaching, physical training, and public gatherings. Subscriptions range from fifty dollars upward to support the community YMCA.
An article discusses feeding infants into their second year, stressing gradual introduction of solid foods, careful monitoring of digestion, and avoiding diet errors. It lists suggested daily foods including milk, cereal, bread, and fruit, and warns against overfeeding while noting seasonal concerns. It promotes careful dietary adjustment by families and mentions Chautauqua season ticket pricing and benefits.
The week ending June 9 1917 lists addressees Oscar Jackson Wernur Newan Frances Sandy W M Seyler Mabel Miss Taylor Florence E Rowman P M. Also a sale notice for the Baker bungalow with terms and lime offered and to write to owner S Johnston Cedar Rapids Iowa.
The Farmers Mutual Mire Insurance Company offers to write your insurance at acting cost about one half of old time rates.
J A Pearce acting Marshal and Pound Master of Payette Idaho seized two horses for running at large in Payette under Ordinance No 27. The animals include a bay mare branded V on the left shoulder and a gray unbranded mare. On June 28, 1917 at 2 PM in Payette, Idaho, the horses will be sold at public auction for cash unless claimed by the owner.
Fragmentary OCR shows insurance policy in force totaling nearly 3 million dollars. Mentions Noble and Albert as directors and agents in Payette Idaho and New Plymouth possibly in Idaho. Text is garbled with stray capitalizations and broken phrases.
The Klisen-White Chautauqua brings in Dr. A. E. Turner national authority on municipalities to deliver the Turner Walk and energize the program. Lee Francis Lybarger of the Philadelphia Bar will speak at Ellison-White Chautauquas acclaimed by William Jennings Bryan as a leading figure.
A scholarly orator Lybarger earns praise for eloquence in addressing political social and industrial issues. His strong voice engaging audiences and compelling personality mark him as a notable figure on the American platform.
A lively Chautauqua program promises fun for boys and girls with dancing, singing, and humorous acts by Mankins. A spectacular act titled The Routon of the Sea inspired by Jules Verne will be featured, along with electrical effects to entertain families and children.
Fragmented text discusses cinnamon handling on ships, noting its delicate aroma can be harmed by moisture and coarse bark bases. Includes disjoint conversations about people near drowning and a reference to an event or person named Barker, with unclear context and dialogue.
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