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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1917
Page
8
Washington reports the Congressional Joint Committee on Interstate Commerce plans to resume hearings on railway regulation after March 4. The panel seeks an extension of its inquiry, aiming to study federal regulation, prevent strikes, and unite diverse business interests for a comprehensive system overhaul.
William J Bryan told the Newlands Committee that government ownership is not desired universally and that states should regulate transportation within their charters. He advocated private railroad stock valuation linked to actual property value and cautioned against federal control eroding state powers. He supported national regulation of railroad securities but urged preserving competition and warned against centralizing power.
The London Globe argues that birds outshine aviators in speed endurance and sight. Birds travel at speeds around 120 to 150 miles per hour aboard natural wings, while planes have reached 108 miles per hour with risky machines.
Dr Bernard Rosensweig advocates X ray confirmation for sprained ankles to rule out fractures. Simple sprains are treated with movement massage hot water soaks and supportive dressings, while fractures require immobilization with plaster. Patients gradually resume walking after a week of controlled movement and exercises.
A young man orders an imperfect diamond for engagement. His fiancée, a discerning judge of gems, demands an honest replacement with a flawless diamond. The jeweler substitutes and the woman proudly displays her first class ring, funded by the man’s effort to please.
In Geneva Sehopentiauer hosted daily meals where distinguished visitors appeared. On one day Lady Byron sat beside him and, after she left, Schopenhauer asked who had dined with him. The host admitted Lady Byron, noting he had kept quiet to avoid upsetting him.
A fragment from the Birmingham Age Herald describes an artist illustrating a story about a hero who embodies humanity in a tale that merges ancient cave man imagery with meticulous grooming, highlighting a crafted juxtaposition of wild and refined.
A fragmented quotation questions if a person can be mentally alert while in a dolent state. It contrasts rapid thought with bodily condition and mentions Birwuingban Age-Eeen ti as a referenced term. The text appears as garbled dialogue with unclear source context.
A fragmented plea shows a mother urging faster action to reach the preserves, recalling a prior beating and seeking parity with a past grievance. The note references Sammy and grandam, hinting at family conflict and a request for restitution.
A fragmented, obscure excerpt features garbled lines about a veterinary surgeon and a lap dog along with misquoted phrases. The text resembles a garbled quote from a nonsensical dialogue, with scattered references to Patento and Muto. No clear event or person is established.
The description praises a smoke gray worsted velour fabric and a slim coat featuring graduated seam stitching that accentuates a flare at the back and a pretty Muskrat collar.
A striking millinery trend features sleek black velvet hats with a single ornate butterfly bow of metal laced silver ribbon as the defining trim. The airy carapace silhouette draws attention to craftsmanship and bold simplicity.
A readable fragment notes a youthful salt item described as a stylish convertible cottar outfit. It highlights trimming with novelty bone buttons and a cuffed design themed around Sth cuirrel style, suggesting a fashion note on period wear.
An official order sets the 1917 term dates for Idaho Fourth Judicial District courts. Blaine Cassia Elmore Gooding Lincoln Minidoka Twin Falls counties list January through December sessions with 10:00 AM starts. The order, signed by Judges Schock and Bothwell, directs publication and recording in each county.
Lincoln County warrants payable on presentation for Current Expense Series 1911 up to 562 and various School District warrants up to dates including 5149 5170 5138 5095 5159. Interest ends January 15 1917. All previous warrants called. Dated Shoshone January 3 1917. Walter H Copp County Treasurer Deputy L S Johnson.
On or about November 1 1916 W J Morrow took up one black and white Holstein cow about five years old branded G on right hip and one long yearling heifer light brindle about 700 pounds no brand. Under estray law the cattle will be sold at public auction for cash at the W J Morrow ranch 44 miles east of Shoshone Lincoln County Idaho on February 7 1917 at 3 PM to satisfy the keeper’s levy. Dated January 15 1917 Clarence Wheeler Sheriff Deputy T L & Johnson 15-26
Five dollar reward offered for information leading to recovery of a stray Herford bull marked with a circle M on the left shoulder and cropped right ear. Notify Chas Young at Shoshone Idaho RR. RL 1 Det-J12.
Wie Harm Rivinius of Dietrich Idaho, who filed a Homestead Entry in 1913 for the NW4 and other portions in Section 6 7 21 East, seeks final three year proof. Before Frank T. Daney US Commissioner at Shoshone Idaho on February 10 1917. Witnesses: Theodore Daimler Jacob Knopp John Munn John Malach all of Dietrich Idaho.
Lincoln County Idaho will hold an auction at the Shoshone Court House on January 8 1917 at 19 oclock in the forenoon for Lot 1 2 and 4 in Block 31 of Shoshone Townsite. The property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash by order of the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners. Clerk J W Lundin signed December 4 1916.
Sheriff sale of an estray horse described as a dark sorrel gelding about 6 to 11 years old, weight around 1050 pounds, branded MM o m tett or similar, no other marks. The horse was taken up by B E Weeks and will be sold at his residence 40 miles north of the date and location specified, to satisfy costs for keeping the horse. December 11 1916. Deputy Clarence By L. S Johns.
Notice from Walter H. Copp treasurer elect of Lincoln County Idaho states at a regular county commissioners meeting on January 8 1917 in Shoshone the request to appoint one Senior Deputy and clerical staff as needed for the treasurer and tax collector office. Dated December 2 1916.
Public notice dated December 2 1916 states that on January 8 1917 the sheriff of Lincoln County Idaho will appoint and provide assistance at the sheriff office as needed and requests attention of concerned parties to the notice and its implications for the county government.
The eight hour law passage by Congress has created a large demand for telegraph operators in railway and commercial service. Young men and women can obtain positions paying 75, 80, or 90 dollars per month. Apply now for full particulars to the Railway Telegraph Inst. Panama Building Portland Ore. August 22, 1935.
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