Shoshone Capital In Big Deal Consolidates Twin Falls Hotel Bank
A long running deal involving nearly 300000 Shoshone capital concludes with the purchase of the Rogerson hotel in Twin Falls, the Metatest drug store, and incorporation of a Twin Falls National Bank with 1500000 in cash and 150000 in surplus. Keefer, White, and Disney lead the venture, with Keefer as president and White as cashier, signaling a growing Idaho banking network and notable local ties.
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Shaxhone
Joe Keefer
Gilbert Whily
Gus Keefer
Frank T. Disney
Rogerson
Twin Falls
Metatest Drug
National
Keefer
Gilbert White
Hiie
Idaho
Lincoln County National
Jerome National
Twin Pulls
Ujeir Works
Red Cross Roll Call Urges Idaho Membership Support
The Red Cross seeks Idaho members with a one dollar fee plus optional magazine subscription. Lincoln County Chapter organizer Archie Bowler leads a Monday start as volunteers prepare to recruit, stressing war relief burdens and that soldiers deserve support from every citizen. Local reaction to a skeptical teacher highlights the community’s duty to back the Red Cross in France and at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Ichneas
Idaho
Nerefury
Americcn
Archie Bowler
Lincoln County
France
Local notes on residents and events in Bes Miss and surrounding areas
J and Kelly along with Joy and Patterson plan a New Year's visit to Butte to observe reforms, while Montana remains dry. Reports detail Miss Myrt’s pneumonia, a new baby boy at the Dietrich hotel, and several locals in Pocatello seeking work or recovering from influenza. The State Land Board acts to cancel entry notices on Caray Act lands, and farmers plan to attend a Shoshone meeting, with various updates on residents, farms, and military releases.
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J. & Kelly
J. BE. Joy
W.J. Patterson
Butte
Montana
Dietrich
Idaho
H. M. Head
Seagraves
Bes
Pocatello
Harvey Reach, Jr
Lewis Caslin
Mt. Vernon
Washington
J. L. McDousall
Weasley Kepford
U. 8. L. Railroad
Bess
Fred D. Most
Tyler Christian
Flossie ‘Saider
Hattiesburg
Mississippi
S. 8
King
Alvin Kepford
Camp Lewis
R. T. Cantril
Jas. W. Patterson
Dietrich Hotel
E. EB. Estes
Organ
Portland
Fred Ruitherford
Borden
Myrtle
State Land Board
Gooding
Daugherty
Shoshone
Sat
War Savings Stamps Deduction Notice from Local Firms
Citizens are reminded that War Savings Stamps already purchased will be deducted from current assessments. The notice urges pride in returning servicemen and thanks the local business community including Shoshone firms C. F. Border Capt. Phillips Stockgrowers Gem State Lumber Co. Keefer & White Cash Grocery Hansen Garage and The Golden Rule for space support.
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Shoshone
C. F. Border
Capt. Phillips
Stockgrowers
Gem State Lumber Co
Keefer & White
Cash Grocery
Hansen Garage
Golden Rule
Daho Boy Wins Medal of Honor On Field of Battle
Thomas C. Netbaur private of Company M 167th Infantry earned the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry near Landers St Georges France on October 16 1918. Wounded in both legs he kept his automatic rifle in action while rescuing eleven prisoners and repelling a counterattack, his efforts halting the enemy advance.
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Thomas C. Netbaur
Company M
167Th Infantry
Landers St. Georges
France
Cote de Chatilon
Neisour
We'll Buy Them Today War Song Tribute
A wartime hometown ode celebrates American troops returning from Europe. The poem calls for patriotic support, flags, roses, and War Savings Stamps as families greet soldiers coming home to burning fires and missing loved ones.
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Kaiser
Eyance
Rhine
Flanders
Earl Wayland Rowman
Ladies plan reception for returning soldiers at Christmas
The Defense Council ladies will host a public reception for returning soldiers, using funds from a tug day sale of about 26 dollars. A Christmas tree will be at the Episcopal church on Sunday, December 24, for Christmas Eve observances.
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The
Defense Council
Episcopal Church
Dr Zeller Leaves Shoshone for Jerome Move
Dr Zeller will relocate to Jerome after ten years of practice in Shoshone. A renowned surgeon and public citizen, he has led Republican county activities and contributed to civic groups during the war era. Jerome gains a skilled professional while Shoshone loses a trusted physician and patron to many local friends and patrons.
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Shoshone
Dr. Zeller
Jerome
Neo
Republican Party
Water rights ruling sparks Idaho irrigation dispute
Supreme court Furbee decision sharpens issues under Idaho Irrigation project. State Land Board may withdraw unsold lands to protect sellers. board split with Governor Alexander Miss Redfield and Attorney General Walters voting yes, Van Deusen and Dougherty no. A Saturday meeting on December H plans the next action.
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Supreme Court
Furbee
Idaho Irrigation
State Land Board
Idaho Irrigation Company
John Badley
Farmers’ Protecttve League
Ben Darrah
Teing
Alexander
Miss Redfield
Walters
van de
Homebound Veterans Thad Oliver and George Hock Return
Thad Oliver and George Hock have been discharged from the army and returned home to stay. They plan to resume civilian life and recall their soldier days as a memory of duty well performed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thad Oliver
George Hock
Elvil Fite
On the Presidents Ship Tour Snag Honors Naval Cadets
Arthur Terhune reports Ward among twelve Great Lakes Naval Training Station cadets selected for a trip with the president. The group regarded as a notable honor, reflecting the cadets' good fortune and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward
Arthur Terhune
Great Lakes
Washbuston
North Shoshone Auxiliary Knits Socks and Sweaters
The Wood River Center Grange notes November knitting by the North Shoshone Auxiliary totaling three sock pairs and two sweaters. Members include Mrs. Harry Cannon Florence Butler and Mrs. Ray Vaughan, with updates on local visits and ongoing flu conditions in School District No. 29. Residents Hattie Peck, Laurence Butler, Mrs Ivie and Miss Stiner are mentioned among visitations and sick lists.
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Harry Cannon
Florence Butler
Ray Vaughan
Lester Cannon
Hattie Peck
Vieira
Larence Butler
J. Ivie
Miss Stiner
Warren
Mabel Franklin
Harrison
Twin Fails
Kukas
Uniform for veterans bill introduced by Addison T Smith
A congressional bill introduced December 5 by Rep Addison T Smith would grant every honorably discharged soldier sailor or marine the right to keep the uniform worn at discharge and provide 90 days pay after discharge. The measure states no charges will be debited against the veteran for retaining the uniform and ensures full pay for the ninety days following discharge.
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Congress
Addison T. Smith
Senate
House of Representatives
United States of America
Army
Navy
Marine
United States
Home on furlough for Deno McMahon and Ear Swope Ane Jearc
Deno McMahon and Ear Swope Ane Jearc, both sailors, are on furlough for 30 days. They are stationed in New York and have been making regular trips across the harbor with one of Meche Sam's LEerns poets.
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Deno McMahon
Navy
New York
Meche Sam
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Shoshone Capital
He County
Hoshone
North Shoshone
Ga Pthe Hairmans
Ricuriep
R. E. Mickelwait
T. B. Brush
W. M. Tomlinson
Daho Boy
Episcopal
Wood River Center Grange
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