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Newspaper
Payette Enterprise
Location
Payette, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1919
Page
2
The text notes Will Wells as owner and editor manager of a post office matter involving an act of Congress in August with reference to the imprint and position. The readable portions mention Will Wells in leadership roles and relate to congressional action affecting the office.
Americanization institutes will be held nationwide as the 1919 20 program feature of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. Mrs. Thomas G. Winter directs the Americanization committee and explains the two fold goal to adapt Americans to welcome foreign born and to empower citizens to reach newcomers. Teachers social workers and other groups will assist in the effort with a prepared pamphlet outlining plans and methods.
The piece argues that economic laws override statute laws, claiming demand for luxury keeps high prices and production constrained. It critiques government efforts, calls for increased production and savings to curb living costs, and notes re seeding burned forest lands. It contrasts home ownership with renting, urging banks to help people buy homes to sustain American civilization.
A fragmented item notes Sergt. James Low at Salvation Army Headquarters, with reference to Beattie boy and a question about medal pinning and sticking to duties. The readable text hints at recognition or test of experience but lacks clear dates or outcomes.
Veterans recalling frontline service discuss a life interrupted by war plans to resume studies at the University of Washington this fall. Salvation Army relief in kind and funds are highlighted, with a glimpse into postwar charity work aiding soldiers and Armenian orphans in Constantinople as YWCA assists recovery efforts.
The News argues butter at 70 cents a pound is a fair return given prewar rises, urging no probe of grocers or farmers while criticizing utility companies. It notes butter, wheat, hay and other farm produce have surged, questioning public service price hikes and calling for measured scrutiny of big power interests. A notice from B. Fitch in Jerome advertises fruit and produce hauling services.
In Marblehead Massachusetts four elephants from a seaside circus escaped a wall and fled into the woods. They roamed with riders and townspeople nearby until twilight when, after a long day, the trainer and assistants guided them back to the circus grounds. The crowd dispersed after the unusual excursion as residents returned home.
Visitors at the Hotel Majestic and Hotel Astoria in Paris have signed books by many famous figures from Britain France the United States Italy Siam Japan Russia Czecho Slovak Poland and others. After the conference the pages could be auctioned to fund expenses, a developer idea for autograph lovers.
Pastor Brown asks why Rastus stopped attending church. Rastus replies he no longer passes the collection basket since Brother Green, just back from overseas, now holds the job, reportedly to replace him after losing a hand.
Classified notice selling a 1918 Buick Four with contact phone 210 for Mrs Charles F Muller. Date Sept 11 12 listed. Trade or sale details readable in a compact ad style. Includes seller identity and contact method.
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