Wreck on Owyhee Line Delays Idaho Traffic
A freighter collision near Owyhee Idaho wrecked the local freight and derailed four cars on a siding while a passenger train stayed on the main line. Road foreman Timothy Donovan died from injuries after transfer to Boise hospital. The crash halted traffic for about five hours as crews cleared the line and an investigation began. Donovan leaves a wife and two children. his brother traveled to Boise after news of the accident.
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Minty
Oregon
Owyhee
Nampe
Donovan
Nampa
Lick Malone
Lonovan
Boise
St. Alphonsus Hospital
Jim Privy
O'Cloek
Shashon
Ely Sume
PB. H. Donovan
Peace on Earth and the Ancient Harvest Hope
A fragment reflecting on ancient pagan rites of harvest and renewal, describing yearly offerings to sun gods like Zeus Hera and Hermes, and the shift from earth-born gladness to broader mythic horizons as history unfolds. The passage traces human hope tied to seasonal cycles and the return of spring.
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Zeus
Hera
Geres
Hermes
Heras
Pomene
Grinding alfalfa doubles its feeding value at Millsaps ranch
At the Frank Millsaps dairy ranch west of Shoshone Idaho, grinding alfalfa meal doubles feeding value for dairy cows. Since switching from straight alfalfa hay to alfalfa meal with a bran supplement, 38 cows increased milk flow by 15 gallons daily while feed cost dropped. Millsaps predicts alfalfa meal will expand to serve horses and other stock, with plans for a local milled alfalfa meal operation next season.
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Frank Millsaps
Shoshone
Ue Walter
Hi Millsaps
Shelley
Idaho
Millsaps
Shwoiley
Water supply concerns in Wichifield canals future risk described
In a reflective piece, the writer warns that water from the Wichifield canals may run short amid production strains and consumer demand. The note urges preparedness for shortages, emphasizes the need for careful plumbing and maintenance in homes, and highlights the broader importance of water access for domestic use during lean periods. The message blends civic practicality with seasonal greetings and moral reflections on charity and community.
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Wichifield
Alltines
Sinter
Sda Eisheon
Lemet
Lene Hichfield Rerarder
Too Much Water Detracts From Irrigated Land Produce
The report describes Clarence Vai Winkle sowing 41 bushels of onions on irrigated land and notes a section with excessive irrigation failed to mature. Mrs Van Winkle warns constant cultivation and balanced water use improve yields, while twelve inches of seasonal rainfall and careful practices on irrigated areas yield better crops.
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Clarence Vai Winkle
Mrs van Winkle
Irrigated Land Values Rise as Government Programs Promote
A farmer near Heyburn reports offering his irrigated farms at six thousand dollars, reflecting government reclamation services boosting land prices. Officials cite gradual movements toward Lincoln County and rising demand as supply tightens and market values lift toward a hundred dollars per acre.
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Sin
Wahu
Heyburn
Sean
Lincoln County
Carey
Iowa Lumber Co Holiday Card From Manay
Nie fowa Lumber Company thanks customers for trade during the season and pledges continued service with a wide lumber stock. It invites new customers to call and request a trial order, promising a square deal and courteous treatment. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year wished from L. A. Stewart.
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Nie Fowa Lumber Company
Iowa
L. A. Stewart
Manay
Wolves Threaten Rangeland and Livestock in Southern State
Rancher Janes J. Gordon reports a surge of wolves attacking sheep cows and calves across the southern counties. Cattle and even barnyards are at risk as packs roam. coyotes worsen losses. Ranchers plan organized hunts and higher bounties to curb the siege amid rumors northbound flocks driven south by drought.
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Janes J. Gorden
Owylee County
Reise
Dee
Meg Gechter
Gary
Ile
Rand
Bataod
Vlah Beratse
Handsome Gift Displayed at Capitol News
A painting completed by workers was hung in the west foyer of the executive building. Senator Clark of Montana presented the work, titled The Beautiful Picture. Display setup and canopy lighting were pending final arrangement to reveal full beauty.
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Ieve
Here Lies a Recluse Who Wouldn't Advertise
A fragmented poem honors a wealthy man who avoided trade and ads. It lauds his silent, solitary life and disdain for publicity, imagining a simple grave with a wreath and a stone proclaiming he wouldn’t advertise.
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Tim
Tony
Lhatte
Ossana
Aveluunp
Hatph & Possenden Plan Grand Gravity Irrigation Project
Hatph and Possenden, leaders of a water and mining venture, announce a major irrigation scheme in the Twin Falls Raft River region of Idaho. They describe a valley, river systems, and a 900 square mile watershed, with federal and state data backing water supply and reclamation potential pending funding. The plan aims to begin earth work next spring once financing is secured.
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Hatph & Possenden
Ue ‘Pwin Patls Fast Hiver Band & Water Company
Gookng Deta
Te Company
Thulio
Miver
Gissia
Abor
Gis
Idaho
Twin Falls-Raft River Land & Water Company
Feull
Ube
Snake River
Catteria
Raft River
Gassia Creek
Clear Creek
Grape Creek
United States
Tdaho
Hill Valley
Bessendin
Dance Social for Hirbfield Admirors Attended by Youth
A jelly of young people gathered at Midfield last Saturday for a social dance in their honor hosted by Hirbfield admirors. Chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. W. Hail Horne and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Tundin. Attendees included Florence Brennan Alla Gooding Irgens Logan Burnside Smith Cunningham Fred Gwin and the Williams Parry sisters. They reported a jolly time and returned home Sunday evening.
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Hirbfield
W. Hail Horne
J. W. Tundin
Florence Brennan
Alla Gooding
Irgens
Logan
Burnside
Messes
Smith
Cunningham Fred Gwin
Williams
Parry
Gooding
Construction on Camas Prairie line awarded to Utah Construction
The Utah Construction Company reportedly secured the contract to build the first seventy one miles of the railroad line to Camas Prairie. Work is said to start at the Richfield end with the crew advancing toward Camas Brains end in spring.
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Jessenis
Christus
Slick
Wien
Oes
Tyne
Brotherhood of Man
Jesus
Maine
Santa Claus
Nicholas of
Myra
Utah Construction Company
Concert
Richfield
Camas
Tianhe Daily Statesman
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Subie
Lou
Prince of Peace
Timanuel
Goodwin
Anil
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