Horse rustlers captured after Idaho Nevada chase tale
Sheriff Sheri Zug and deputies trapped and captured Greenstead near a mountain cabin while pursuing horse rustlers led by Oscar McGinley and L. J. Green stead. McGinley was arrested later at Rupert for hire to drive to the Gotrell ranch. Greenstead and others hid horses in Cassia county and may have crossed into Nevada. The gang aimed to clean up horses in Lincoln and neighboring counties, but timely arrests prevented further losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheri Zug
Oscar McGinley
L. J. Greenstead
Idaho
Nevada
Colorado
Larimer
Golorado
McGinley
Greensteal
Sin
Zug
Oneida County
Ulis State
Bors
Greensland
Vada
Shoshone
Hupert
Greenstead
Snake River
Cassia County
San Cotrell
Castlers
Shevit Zug
Lincoln County
Acurnley
McGinney
Rupert
Gotrell Ranch
Rupert Bliss cut off ready for travel at Goopdale
Tuesday afternoon the Rupert Bliss cut off reached Goopdale a prospective city six miles north of Shoshone falls and halfway between Rupert and Bliss. A temporary schedule will run one mixed train daily until the line is turned over. Copp and Turton, who brought the news to Twin Falls, plan Coppdale townsite and have donated land for a depot and stockyards along with side tracks.
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Rupert- Bliss
Goopdale
Shoshone Falls
Rupert and
Bliss
New Road
Th Os
Messrs
Chas. M. ‘Turton
Walter H. Gopp
Twin Falls
Copp
Turton
Coppdale
Jerome
Wendell
County Commissioners Defend Duties Amid Tax Debate
County officials argue their duty to the poor justifies water and property savings. They defend governance against accusations of graft while criticizing an editor for distorting facts and attacking public servants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyawee
Mfamili
Tie Water Service
Inter State Commerce Commission cuts freight rates
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled against railroads in Spokane Reno and Pacific Coast cases, ending the practice of charging full through rates plus local rates for interior points. Rates to Hurley and common points should drop about one third. Reduction to take effect next October, prompting hopes for justice against express companies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inter State Commerce Conv Ussion
Spokane-Reno- Pacific Coast
West Coast
Pacific Ocean
Hurley
Wood River Times
Lincoln County Idaho Fair Prospects Grow
The Lincoln County fair in Idaho plans a county show with banners and exhibits across crops livestock dairy and orchard. Organizers tout strong money backing and premium plans, aiming to demonstrate local agricultural progress and county pride amid developing industries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Lincoln Gaunty
Idaho
Gem
Betashio
Who Is Graft and Where Is He At
A fragmentary local note questions the identity and whereabouts of a figure named Graft. The piece mixes editorial voice with humorous, speculative commentary on county politics, the disposal of drink in a dry county, and the quirks of a newspaper editor. The tone mimics a mid-20th century rural paper, hinting at hidden stories behind public figures and local lore.
Untitled notice on entertainment events and contests
A fragmented note references Fat, Uris fate and Lineely combig oil, irrigation, and various contests. It mentions toys, games, beauty contests, oratories, and a parade of entertainment events. The date Wendell Getober 3ra.4 th appears, urging early arrival and extended stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weber Tor
Hitler
Ty Wendell Getober
Kuhn Interests at Work on Great Irrigation Project
Kuhn, Lish & Co of New York has taken over Bent interests in a 0,000 acre irrigation plan. Engineers and surveyors are reviewing Buhl reports to verify data as the project aims to flood the Sinake River area, create a reservoir system, and provide homes for thousands of settlers. Backed by J. Pierpont Morgan and other financiers, the undertaking would involve millions of dollars.
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Sintke
Witted Stawis J. Pierpoint Morgan
Pocatele Tritune
Waters of the Snake River case moved to Boise court
Last Saturday, a vase of interest framed a motion before Judge Edward A. Walters at chambers. The order, signed by the United States Chief Justice, transfers the matter to the U S Court in Boise. The action concerns the South Side Canal and Twin Falls Water interests and related river works led by Senator M. Rewer and Gaveniugh, with H L Lingenfelter handling government interests in Mindoka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side Canal Company
Minnitha Verlamalion
Amity Ile
Twin Falls
North Side Loud & Water Company
South Side
M. Rewer
Twin Fails
Gaveniugh
Boise
HL Lingenfelter
Mindoka Spnwgert
Wernicke Discharged From Idaho Probate Court
The case State of Idaho v C W Wernicke for embezzlement appeared before Judge J L Puller in Probate Court on July 24. It was continued under advisement until August 2. Prosecution was led by County Attorney Jas R Bothwell and defense by Harlan D Heist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Idaho
Christiana Kimpton
C. W. Wernicke
J. L. Puller
Jas. R. Bothwell
Harlan D. Heist
Sev
Embezzlement Case Ends as Defendant Is Discharged
In a county court proceeding, the defense challenged embezzlement charges against a client amid arguments on intent and proof. The judge consulted multiple state precedents before ruling there is insufficient evidence that the defendant fraudulently appropriated 3782.98 or any part of it, leading to the defendant's discharge.
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Werinke
Balen Warttre
Werneke
Wer Hickeoes
Elaine Mattre
Cist
de Miaintain
Supreme Courts of
Idaho
Texas
Louisiana
Mississippi
Rhodestead
Michigan
Otter State
Dodge Puller
Idaho Irrigation Water Supply Described As Sufficient
Don HL Bark in charge of the local experimental work of the department of agriculture says irrigation water in southern and central Idaho is keeping up with demand. He notes Weiser River and Wood River areas have ample supply and crops look better than average while Snake River has been low yet harvest nears and less water is needed for the remaining season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don HL Bark
Departent of Agriculture
Idaho
Weal Civer
He Idabe Irrigation Company
United States
Lightning Threatens Killen Ranch in Narrow Miss
A near miss struck Killen’s ranch house Tuesday when a lightning bolt flashed not entering the home. Mrs. Kitt inside described a blinding flash and a door splintering screen and nearby poles splintered as the bolt seemed deflected. Local reports note routine patrols and county notes as area papers cover the incident and ensuing talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ty Killen
Watout
Water concerns cast doubt on irrigation rally readiness
The report questions the Ue water situation and asserts Helos inines sections lack adequate shire to ensure a good yield. The fragmentary text hints at agrarian stress and potential shortfalls in irrigation planning.
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Shire
Lingold project approval signals irrigation growth in Idaho
State land board members and company officials including General S. BH Hays of Boise and J B Perrine of Nori Side Land & Water praised a plan to complete a large irrigation system this year. It would irrigate Milner and Sugar Leaf butte areas with 105 miles of transmission lines already in place. The project aims to pump from Shoshone and Salmon rivers, with reservoirs and pumps to follow, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting regional business as Kuba interests plan further irrigation ventures in Lincoln County with potential $1.5 million investments.
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ML A Meiig
State Land Board
S. BH
Hays
Boise
Nori Side Land & Water Company
J. B. Perrine
Imin Falls
Ixopans
HL. Houister
Villeage
Supon i
Gorth
Sontix
de Milner
Butte
Nrcessars
Shoshche
Salou Talis
Omnpons
SNKWI
Kula
Damisheurg
Io Line
Fost
Ion
Pecatélle Tribune
Kubo
Fala
Fler
Fea
Idaho
Kuba
Land Board
Tansey
Carey Act
Kuba Lo Ua
Kuhns
Lincoln County
Why Not Tell It All Merl Zig and a Warant Warrant
The Gooding Herald reports Merl Zig is charged with holding up a warrant for the arrest of C W Wer nicke who faces em berlineot. The sheriff acted on guidance from Judge Waiters and the prosecutor, amid political tensions with Republican officers and the Democratic Gerald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gooding Herald
Merl Zig
C. W. Wernicke
Termes
Waiters
Gerald
Walters
Repiblicans
Shoshone Article Noted for Features by Paul Haddock
The July issue of a periodical featured detailed write ups on several irrigated towns in Idaho. Shoshone’s piece by Paul Haddock included cuts and photos of prominent citizens, with the rest of the magazine spanning Twin Falls, Shoshone, Jerome, Gooding and Mountain Home towns.
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Waho
Twin Falls
Shostone
Jerome
Goodings
Mountain Home
Paul 3. Haddock
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Sherif Zug
Lowa
Ube Frossing
Emi
Devo Wid Milner
Sears
Clirenich
Rupert-Bliss
Kuhn
Wernigke
L. M. Zue
Telluride Power Company
Ureit
Malad
Bhesttupert
Ile Malad
Vallkey
Hagermay
Hagertian
Wd Telephone Company
Ha¢erman
Tk & Messure
Keys
Bothwell
Owithent
Rupert Vienser-Reverd
F. E B. Beatty
Rivers
William Rounds
Twin Falls News
Cally
Oklahoma
Montana
Toho
Gem State
North Side News
Lingold GO
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