The Shoshone Journal Celebrates 35 Years In Town
The Shoshone Journal has been published in this town for over 35 years, more than a third of a century. In all these years the journal has boasted the home town in season and out of season.
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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
4
The Shoshone Journal has been published in this town for over 35 years, more than a third of a century. In all these years the journal has boasted the home town in season and out of season.
The article discusses the start of a sweeping European war, praising Belgian resistance at Liege and anticipating a decisive battle involving England France Russia and Japan. It describes immense destruction for small nations and warns of a large mobilization of troops within reach of Napoleon’s old battlefield.
Light reading in travel and resort outlets declines as newspapers and magazines shift away from fiction to sensational reporting. The tremulous appeal of sentimental novels wanes beside real life accounts in papers and magazines, while strong imagery from posters hints at the era’s taste.
A reflective piece argues war remains driven by kingly authority and aristocratic prestige, with democratic governments unable to shield the masses. It cites universal lawlessness and the persistence of nationalist zeal as forces behind conflict, noting mothers and households bear the cost of cannon and taxation.
An editorial voice urges the public to back a decisive war only if it safeguards progress and national integrity. It warns autocratic regimes risk disaster in the face of rising popular government and questions sacrificing lives for minor gains.
An editorial arguing Americans built and operated ships face higher costs and restrictions. It notes subsidies and foreign registries as controversial fixes, cites a shipowner comparing daily costs of American and British ships, and argues that many antiquated burdens hinder U S shipping unless broadly agreed reforms are made.
The United States urged exemption of private property at sea from capture at the Hague conference of 1907. The piece argues that modern war should spare noncombatants and private property, condemning archaic practices and praising the U S role in opposing barbaric effects of naval warfare.
Critics wonder how suffragettes claim readiness for citizenship while revealing limited understanding of baseball. The remark highlights tension between civic sufficiency debates and gendered education expectations in public life.
A London paper reports John Redmond stating that Ulster and Nationalists will fight beside England, sparking a wave of reconciliation across Ireland. Differences are said to be set aside as both sides toast one another amid wartime changes.
Jobo Schafer visited Shoshone yesterday from American Falls while Hert Mallory and Mrs Hall Horne stayed in town Monday. Several families from Halley, Biss, and Twin Falls appeared in Shoshone this week, with trips by auto and motorcycle to Hagerman, Ketchum, Red Fish Lakes, and Bailey.
Hailey reports James H. Wise, Republican candidate for District Judge, arrived today to prepare a tour of the Fourth District before the primaries. He served as arbitrator in Power county with a widely praised decision. Local notes mention visitors including Mrs. Alexander Morrison in Milner and Mrs. Georgia Frazier of Orchard visiting relatives. A water cream social at the Methodist Church lawn on August 19 invites public attendance.
The Journal states its publication of political announcements does not bind a candidate. It commits to giving all candidates a hearing in columns when a hearing is requested.
Deputy Sheriff Oliver Day of Ada county arrested F. A. Mangum a Boise insurance agent on Wednesday for embezzlement of funds by a Boise firm. A noon attempt to raise the amount involved was made with the understanding the charge would be dismissed. Also notes Miss Pearl Jensen ill and a land for sale advert with 40 acres NW4NW% Sec 28 Twp 7 Rng 17 near Jerome, Des Moines ads by B F Loos Co.
SHOSHONE HARDWARE CO showcases the Epee knife as a top pocket knife choice. The listing highlights durability, compact size, and everyday carry usefulness for customers seeking a reliable tool.
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