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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
2
A Shoshone Journal style meditation on reviewing the year and lessons learned. It contrasts self improvement with practical efficiency and affirms personal growth. The piece shifts to a discussion of criminals, contrasting daring felons with weak-willed offenders and the societal cost of unemployment and idle crime.
Bankers debate how war shifts interest rates and prices for securities. Some say savings flood into property destruction. others, that American stocks will anchor demand as Europe seeks funds. A third view urges patriotism driving investors to buy war bonds, while cautioning stocks and rail assets may dip amid long war costs.
A fragmentary 20th century account reviews winter sports, noting the evolving appeal of basketball and bowling, the clash of strategy and spectacle, and the restless crowd. It laments rough play, refereeing challenges, and the era’s shifting leisure culture as writers compare new games to traditional baseball and tennis.
A fragmentary account warns that crime, including robberies and scams, has surged in the community. The note cites social concerns and distrust as residents report waves of incidents and fear spreading among households and workplaces.
An extended discussion on prudent credit practices for merchants, outlining three buyer types, the value of reliable references, and the need for up to date information. It argues that cooperative credit bureaus and careful screening protect profits and foster long term customer relationships.
Sunday activities include Sunday school at 1014 pm and morning service at 11 with an evening service at 730 PM. Midweek services are held Wednesdays at 730. Pastor Herbert A Rickson invites all to attend. residence EK Lo Wan arrest between Shoshone and its street. Six Holstein cows were sold at auction in Shoshone on Wednesday for J M Hale, Hartehorn acting as auctioneer. Dr W Cal bought three cows, Frank Mislaaps, Ben Darrah, and Cal Alien each bought one, with prices over 100 dollars.
Special correspondence recalls Josephine Fayne a wealthy college student who built a major candy business from home kitchen roots. Her recipes include Vassar Pudge Barnard Caramels and Angel Kisses a la Radcliffe, plus family favorites like Marshmallows Sea Foam Candy and Color Fudge.
A classified notice offers 120 acres near Dietrich Idaho, with over $2000 paid on water rights, priced at $500 or trade for unencumbered city property, livestock, or auto. Also notes Idaho Irrigation Co Ltd will raise water price from 50 to 60 per acre after Jan 1, 1915 with payment terms on application. dated Richfield Idaho, Dec 22 1914, M R Kays vice president and general manager.
Boise Idaho December 2 notice invites proposals for furnishing suitable post office quarters at Shoshone Idaho under a five or ten year lease from March 1 1915. Requirements include rent heat light water closets urinals safe and all furniture. Space minimum 1200 square feet with good daylight near business center and within eighty rods of railroad depots. Proposals and lease forms available from the postmaster. Right to reject any proposals reserved. Estimated equipment cost 1600 dollars.
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