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Newspaper
Preston News
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1911
Page
4
The fragment lists a Thursday publication with manager FART WILSON and a subscription price of one year at 31.86. It mentions a three month option, a rate of 30, and references to a Prayton Idaho area with unclear postal language and local payer notes.
The Preston fair will be held as usual with those behind it ensuring a large event. Commissioners declined a small county appropriation, saying finances do not support extra funding. They acted to keep the county's best interests in mind.
The paper explains that moving duties have taken time away from editing and reporting. Readers are asked to overlook the current shortcomings as the staff promises better coverage next week and a return to standard excellence.
Fragmentary report notes a change in Mexican governance with the longtime figurehead no longer in power. The text hints ACE influence waning and a shift in leadership dynamics within Mexico.
De La Barra has been selected as president until an election is held fueling questions about whether the upcoming vote will satisfy various leaders. The move consolidates leadership during a period of political contention and potential shifts in influence.
Fragmentary text describes civic business, public roles, and legislative changes. It mentions meetings of businessmen, term completion, and references to laws, procurement, and state actions, all conveyed in garbled phrasing.
In Lewis ton a resident, Wilkens te Preatiany Hades BR, dies hours after an on site assault during a wages dispute at Finis Field. The incident began when a group attacked Mr Stocks during a confrontation, a wheel running over him as he lay on the ground. The victim had lived in the area over forty years and was known for involvement in local labor clashes.
A garbled reminiscence speaks of a kind neighborly spirit and honest souls in a small community. It mentions people named Tobias and Sheth and suggests loss, memories, and quiet daily life amid unclear events and dates.
A disputed public works item discusses a 850 donation and a road project from Ross to Suchfeat. The note mentions paving costs, land conveyance, and a planned completion to support Amponia traffic, with references to Bass Pork, Vaneriea, and the Consolidated Power company. Witness signatures cite regulatory approval and a March session.
The readable lines describe a confusing scene with pills and a bottle taken, a failed diet effort, and scattered mentions of people and places including Foley Badnes Pills and Crag Stare Pres Sabatier, suggesting a chaotic event or illness.
Noted Stork Line offers low rates to Cheyenne Denver Omaha Kansas City St Louis Chicago and other points. Tickets on sale May 20 24 26 27 June 1 3 6 7 August 6 and September 2 6 with diverse routes and stopovers, see agents for rates and details.
A storefront notice advertises Poleys Kidney Remedy claiming relief from kidney and bladder troubles. The ad asserts the product can reminie and control kidney issues and strengthen the body, with a promotion at Faale hs Coop Drug Store in Pres yen betnhe.
Special low round trip rates to Pacific Coast points during May June and July with long Luacits. See any O.S. line agent for rates and further particulars. One consolation. "Poor fellow he has no friend in the world" quotes.
Promises from a catalog style ad claim relief with pills for kidney and bladder troubles and irregularities. Mentions middle aged and elderly readers and a program store offering remedies and permanent results.
Ordinance No 8 9 requires owners or employees of all public sale premises to close by seven p m with exceptions for drug stores soft drink parlors hotels and other specified trustees sections define unlawful acts and penalties for noncompliance in Preston Village.
Public place proprietors are permitted to stay open past 7 pm except drug stores soft drink parlors hotels restaurants pool rooms and barber shops with five minute grace period. Passed by village chairman and board of trustees of Preston on July 23. Clerk Niasion Chatterton.
The Preston village board announces plans to construct concrete sidewalks on Main Street serving the J A Head building and the Monson Lumber Company corner. Each district 5 and 6 estimated at 1380 dollars with crossing costs. abutting property to be assessed. Protests due by July 1, 1911. notices to appear in the Preston News.
A historical ad from a California druggist promotes Foley’s Medicine as a relief for cold symptoms. It claims no antidiuting effects and no interference with digestion. The letter salutes customers and notes the product is available at Coop Drug Store in Preeton Idaho.
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