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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1920
Page
1
The Shoshone Journal lists used materials for convention use amid high prices and shares quotes attributed to Lincoln and Wilson. It cites relics with worn edges and phrases about labor, property, and national unity, urging self reliance and industriousness.
Daniel F Banks announces his candidacy for Idaho State Treasurer as a Republican. He cites thirteen years in Idaho and extensive work on state finances and budgeting, stressing experience, efficiency, and nonpartisanship if nominated and elected.
The Big Wood River Reservoir and Canal Company calls stockholders to elect a new board on June 1. Voters must have paid 35 percent or more of their contract and have the stock in their name on the Canal Company records by May 20. Instructions cover transfers if contracts are paid or deeds if unpaid, with returns of corrected certificates or entries to be issued by Richfield.
The Stockgrowers Mercantile Co. announces extensive improvements to their store. A new plate glass front will be installed, the interior repainted, and the old building refreshed to appear as if outfitted in new up to date attire.
Henry Peterson native of Germany and longtime resident of Shoshone died from an apparently accidental gunshot wound at the Ice plant in Jerome. Coronor’s inquest returned an accidental shooting verdict. Peterson was a butcher by trade, once partnered to develop a Jerome property, and was buried in Jerome Cemetery after a funeral attended by locals.
The Study Club will hold an open meeting at K P Hall on Saturday May 1 at 2 30 pm. The event marks Children s Day with an anticipated program and informative presentations.
Under A W M A auspices a Legion Women meeting is set for May 1 at Judge J L Fuller’s office at 8 pm to organize the Women’s Auxiliary. Officers election begins 3 30 pm Mothers daughters wives and sisters of World War soldiers and sailors sixteen or older are eligible to join. The article notes that Chinese use of steel needles dates to ancient times and spread to Europe via the Moors.
Notice set for May 22 1920 at the Dietrich school house to decide on establishing an Independent School District for District 42. Boundary description follows Oregon Short Line Railroad lines with multiple section points. public administrator Stella Cook announces creditor claims deadline of four months.
Louis Irley who pled guilty in October 1914 to murder in the second degree in Lincoln County Idaho seeks a full pardon from the Board of Pardons at the next regular meeting after publication. He was sentenced to 10 to 50 years in the Boise Penitentiary.
A brief notice explains that wedding gifts in Hungary are traditionally given to support poorer couples in establishing a home. The custom emphasizes charitable giving to newlyweds in need.
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