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Newspaper
Payette Enterprise
Location
Payette, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
1
The Chautauqua just closed surpassed hopes thanks to local citizens and neighboring towns. Attendance weather and program were excellent with high praise for Ellison White system. From the opening to the final note the event drew crowds and strong community support.
The Idaho public utilities commission held a brief session to set a basis for power rate fixing. No sufficient statistics were available. the matter was postponed to October 11. Representatives of the power companies and the Power Users’ Association met, with the user group seeking rate reductions for pumping power while companies cite ownership changes and a merger.
The Enterprise corrects a previous report about a large lumber and building materials purchase. The bill was supplied by Empire Lumber Co. and bought by Jess Milligan, not Central Lumber Co. and Thomas Mili Ban as earlier stated, with the editor taking responsibility.
The Emmett band will travel to Payette on July 3, per Manager Bucknum’s arrangements from earlier this week. It is undecided whether a special morning train will run from Emmett or if band members will use automobiles. Many Emmett residents expect to join Payette celebrations, some driving and others seeking rides.
Evening sessions Monday and Tuesday saw city committees canvassing audiences and securing pledges well beyond the required amount to guarantee next season's Payette Chautauqua. The guarantee has been signed by leading locals, with Bratmards contending with Chautauqua System management for the privilege of selling 1000 tickets instead of 800 to interested residents.
Board of Education sought a 12 month Agriculture and Chemistry educator to teach in schools and advise farmers. F R Brown, from Oregon State College, was selected after interviews in Corvallis and will start July 1 in Payette. Letters from university officials praised his field experience and farming background.
The Indians beat the Fruitland Hustlers by a score of 5 to 4 with their regular lineup. Next Wednesday they meet Fruitland again at Fruitland in a Wattle royal. New addition Hoopala Ensign strengthened the team. Cassell and Royston stood out in fielding while Crump Perry Royston Oliver accounted for multiple hits. Shockey Meld and Ramey contributed in right field, with Ensign earning a run.
Edna Giezler daughter of Mr and Mrs J C Geisler of this city wed Sir Franc Stowell in Poestello Idaho on June 1. Sugar City Idaho resident Stowell works in plumbing and is a cousin of Mrs George Jeffries of Payette. The paper joins friends in sending heartfelt congratulations.
Mr Allan Lezinsky of Smith & Holden Fruit Shippers and Exporters New York arrives at the Commercial Hotel with his wife to establish a permanent Payette Valley presence. He plans a packing house and offices next season and offers liberal advances on shipments, touting practical farming experience and strong local ties through Payette banks and collaboration with Mr Brown Tanin.
Idaho's agricultural exhibit at the Panama exposition won 194 medals including more medals of honor gold and silver than any other state or country. Meridian and Parma cheese factories earned medals. Boise Valley and Canyon County figures, plus Nampa residents J. L. Young and L. M. Nicola, highlighted the state’s strong show. A note from L. A. Blunck praises Idaho's achievements and upcoming plans for visitors and residents.
List your property for July Market Day. Mrs. William Farson visits Burns Oregon. Charles Pearce, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Pearce, visits from Cowichan Lake near Victoria B C. D D Hambly Riverside Orchard Co manager attends Chautauqua. company adds 180 acres for prunes. Mr and Mrs E W Pease and Grace Pease visit Pax ton Neb family. Earl Venrible and Virginia Mary travel from Boise for Brainard Thurston wedding visit. Herbert H Tunny of Ontario Ore buys City Meat Market Payette takes charge to maintain service reputation.
Mrs R Y Blake of Portland Oregon is visiting at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs 8 In this city Mrs Blake ii Mike Gertrude Levers was at the most popular of the young set in which she moved when a girl Her friends will be pleased to know that her visit extends to Payette for an extended vial
One of the prettiest June weddings occurred Wednesday evening at the Thurston home on First Avenue South. Helen Thurston married Paul Brainard with a ceremony by Rev. G W Barnes. Bridesmaids and groomsmen, bridal party attire, and detailed decorations described. About seventy-five guests attended. Brainard will supervise a school in Nesua, Gregori, moving September first.
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