Ryan utilities bill drives Idaho reform measure
Special Correspondence Boise Feb 5 major reform measure in Idaho seeks a public utilities commission under the Ryan bill. Victor O Johnson Shohone lawyer defends the plan before the house committee, arguing commissions expand public welfare and do not hinder railroad construction. He cites Texas and Washington precedents to support state regulation and direct Supreme Court appeals from commission decisions.
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Public utilities bill faces attack by lawmakers
Ex-Governor Frank R. Gooding and speakers criticize the Parks bill on authority to force connections, railroad valuation, and securities regulation. Three commissioners urge higher tribunal rulings and possible route for public utilities issues.
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Public Utilities Commission
Blaine County
Shoenane Autor
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Local option liquor vote eyed in Lincoln County
The County Commissioners may face a local option election as rumors grow of a petition. Old Lincoln areas now in Geoding and Minidoka Counties are strong dry territory, with Jerome and Shoshone key in the split. The Journal begins its thirtieth volume.
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Farmers to Form Cooperative in Southern Idaho
After a Boise meeting on January 27, farmers from the thie and Dietrich sections plan to organize corporations under Southern Idaho Producers Association guidance. Educational work continues to ensure a successful start, with financing methods to let all settlers participate. Promoters expect about 10,000 dollars to be necessary for the medical corporation and note cashing with reasonable interest.
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Southern Idaho Producers’ Association
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E.R. Gage
Southern Idaho Produce Association
Special Meeting Called for Lincoln County Board Reorganization
Lincoln County Idaho officials meet at the Courthouse on February 2 1918 to plan a special meeting for February 10. They discuss reorganization of school and coal districts under House Bills 4 and 6, vacancies in treasurer assessor and surveyor offices, appointment of a county surveyor and appraiser, road funding, and settlement of claims and accounts with former tax collector E G Isengers.
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New Board County Commissioners of County
William J. Tapper
Thomas Gooding
Walter A. Heiss
Haines
C. . Nelson
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PURER SEEDS FOR STATE FARMERS
Professor W H Olin of the University of Idaho urges Idaho farmers to support pure seed efforts. The Idaho Seed Growers Association will meet at Idaho Falls on February 21 and 22 to promote purity of farm seeds and protect seed stock through registration and testing.
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W. H. Olin
University of Idaho
Idaho Seed Growts Association
Opportunity at our very door drives Twin Falls railroad push
At a Twin Falls meeting, backers urged a railroad from Twin Falls south to connect with Western Pacific and Southern Pacific routes via Wells Nevada. Speeches urged rapid action, promoting new lines, stronger traffic facilities, and countywide meetings to rally support and form a Southern Idaho Produce Association. Local leaders and farmers planned further gatherings and a Boise meeting summary.
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Marriages Rise in Gooding County Ceremonies Held
In Gooding County, Shoshone minister Rev HB Mcleod conducted 11 wedding ceremonies on Monday for local couples including Roy Baker and Aileen Haile from Gooding and Fred W Best and Mise Hifie Wolford from Wendell. The Gooding Meenie dispensary remains unopened.
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HB Mcleod
New Co government setup in Gooding and Minidoka counties
Gooding County commissioners plan to cap salaries at 100 dollars monthly with limited extras. Sheriff to be reimbursed for hotel stays and use of own horses. no further allowances. Governor Haines appoints Minidoka officers, drawn from Rupert, Heyburn, Hillsdale, and Hagerman areas, to assume duties soon.
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Delayed Train Chalk Tale At Monarch Hotel
A traveling man lingers by the Monarch hotel lobby bulletin board in Pocatelio as a parade of trains shows varied delays. He recalls winter storms and the Minidoke depot waiting room when agents chalked late times, shocking an anxious old woman and others watching the board.
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Charges Quashed by Court Order in Lincoln County
Judge Walters dismissed burglary charges against F P Rupp of Jerome after habeas corpus review. The ruling finds no basis for burglary as the property was claimed by Rupp and he had authority to dispose of it. The decision cites lack of authority to convict a managing store agent who entered to take property.
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Hupp
Tamauke
F. Rupp
State Habeas Corpus Writ Sought Over Miller Case
A petition filed in Lincoln County challenges Miller's 35 year penitentiary sentence for a crime and alleges the district judge misapplied the code. The Supreme Court planned to issue a writ but suspended action pending a potential agreement and further review.
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