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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1918
Page
4
A candidate announces intent to seek the position of Judge of the Fourth Judicial District in the upcoming primary election. The statement notes submission of petitions and subject to district committee decisions. The notice identifies the candidate and the election process.
Fragmentary text alleges Townley and Neo National League leaders faced charges of disloyalty. Witnesses and editors discuss vindicating Townley, with derisive references to given evidence and a call to evaluate statements without prejudice. The piece cites an American interview and a heated exchange over loyalty claims.
A week of front lines shows American and French troops drive Germans back from the Vo line toward Rheims and Soleson. Despite a small advance, the gains mark the Kaiser's first major setback, yet the war continues and Americans must stay focused on war work.
A fragmented 1918 campaign narrative discusses national and state elections, the push for a wartime peace treaty, and the Non-Partisan League's influence in Democratic primaries. It warns that Germans may disguise themselves as Americans to sway votes, urging vigilance against league candidates. The piece contrasts Democratic leaders with league tactics and emphasizes support for wartime policies and a decisive Congress.
U S forces captured several German soldiers attempting to enter friendly lines by wearing stolen French uniforms and carrying a machine gun with ammunition. The Germans claimed orders from superiors to stage the ruse, noting it resembled a broader German trick.
A friend of the common man, Frank R Gowling, is described as having prescience and keen observation enabling timely service. The piece praises Gowling as repeatedly being at the right place to say the right thing, highlighting his public spirit in Idaho.
A retrospective editorial lauds Frank R. Gooding as a strong, selfless political figure shaping public sentiment and serving Idaho and the nation. It notes his tenure as Idaho governor and Fuel Administrator, praising integrity, courage, and dedication to public service. An alias summons in Idaho court appears, followed by a local printer’s woes and Jerome Times assistance as Hailey Times prepares to resume full publication.
The Journal laments delays in its publication due to ongoing printer difficulties. Readers are told the office has faced serious obstacles affecting both the timing and quality of weekly issues, with the hope of resuming steadier output.
Probate court orders all interested parties in William Zeigler estate to appear July 19, 1918 at 2 pm to show why executrix Annie M Zeigler should not mortgage estate property in Lincoln County Idaho valued at 1500 dollars The property includes livestock and crops on the Zeigler Ranch with 46 acres of growing wheat and alfalfa hay Published in the Shoshone Journal June 24 1913.
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