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Newspaper
Payette Enterprise
Location
Payette, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1914
Page
1
An Idaho State Land Board loan dispute erupts as Jeriness An swrers Charac ter accused of missteps and regulatory breaches. The Capital News cites claims of improper loans, calls for a public investigation, and replies from Register N Jenness and others.
The Christian church plans a brick and stone building to seat about four hundred, with fourteen classrooms and a Sunday School capacity to handle a growing congregation. A state loan was taken to cover existing debts, and discussion centers on appraised versus assessed values and earlier land pricing amid an ongoing expansion and school facilities.
Long obituary details the life of Alexander Wells a Payette resident for seven of his fifteen years there. Born February 5 1828 in Brooke County near Betuany West Virginia he taught school in several states and served as a Christian church minister in Iowa and nearby towns. He was a patient principled Christian husband father and friend whose death prompted wide local mourning. Funeral at Cyfietlan church and burial in Riverside Cemetery followed a public service paying tribute to his character and influence. Also notes a Portia Club meeting and local hunting incident with deer seized by deputies.
The Hudgies Guild entertainments committee announces a luncheon to be held in Woodwarde on an October seth date, with details to be shared later at the Bri Store venue.
In a strong Idaho endorsement, supporters urge reelecting Senator Brady citing his record in Congress and practical benefits for the state. They contrast him with prominent opponents and highlight harmony with Senator Borah, stressing longer service equals better work for Idaho. A separate probate notice sets the time and place for proving a will and issuing letters.
Jumbled OCR style text depicts a garbled verse with sporadic phrases like a march or hymn. It references names and places in a chaotic stream, mentioning Us Of thee, poverty, joy and pride, and phrases about money, tires, and a bank roll amid disjointed lines.
The council votes to ask voters in a special election to approve water system bonds. Plan includes a direct metal pipe line to the reservoir and a new treatment facility. Estimated cost around 6,000 dollars, with financing details debated and a strict enforcement approach proposed. The meeting notes discuss improving stability, reducing costs, and potential ordinances to modernize the water works.
A Payette event featured a Suffragette reception hosted by Mrs J M Bennett with Mrs Hickey presiding. Attendees included local officials and community members as plans for road improvements and state aid were discussed by State Highway Engineer and Payette leaders.
Fragmented diary style notices list visits, illnesses, family news, and upcoming events. Names such as Mrs, Mr, and various locals appear alongside hospitalizations, travels, and a county fair. The item reflects a town page with personal announcements and community happenings.
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