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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1913
Page
8
A fragment describes a long case of overeating and deception centering on Herman Gorissus. The text recounts a grim trial scene with a judge and police, detailing a banknote debate and a courtroom confrontation over counterfeit or irregular money. Names and places appear as part of a sprawling narrative.
A vivid recounting shows a village party where a parrot named Cora steals attention amid boisterous games. Guests include Billy Willian and George Chmstead as they react to the talking bird and unruly youngsters, with a tense moment over a belt and a warning from a bully.
A messy OCR report from the Lincoln area discusses a federal court ruling on the proposed division of Lincoln County into new counties. It notes legal debts, property reassessment, and potential fallout in taxes, schools, marriages, and county governance if the split proceeds, with local residents wary of new county burdens.
Bids submitted for rock and earth work on the Shoshone Valley road were debated. EB P Row of Jordan and the Jerome Concrete and Brick Co. competed with Reed rock and earth work bids, but the award went to Jerome, amid claims of misrepresentation and unknown contractor credibility.
The Washington News Letter reports on water allotment issues for Sueth Shle Minidoka settlers facing maintenance charges and penalties, plus a push for a department extension and crop-linked relief. It also notes an August 16 1913 Civil Service Commission exam for Internal Revenue Service clerical posts in Idaho and Montana, with application details and offices listed.
The Star Lake area reports a robust alfalfa crop with excellent first cutting and a second cut nearly ready for the sickle. Local landowners like Thomas Oliver expand Idaho health crops while James Matson and Joseph BalUnger push cattle ventures, buying 441 Hereford heifers in Wyoming as nucleus for large herds. Nearby Morritten ranch adds a fine residence and Orchard Crest landmarks. Gladys Ballinger celebrates her eighth birthday with a neighborhood party.
A fragment describes relief from colic and diarrhoea using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. It urges praise when life is threatened by severe stomach attacks and notes the remedy often aids recovery after one or two doses.
Shoshone beat Soldier 6 to 1 in a baseball game with strong pitching by Gwin and fielding by Swope and Donough. The report highlights the lively crowd, playful taunts, and fan enthusiasm while previewing upcoming games and plans for Salt Lake City events and the Stupendous Festival Carnival August 28-30.
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