Idaho News Briefs Span Potatoes to Prison Reform
Idaho state news covers a high potato market price, bond actions against a former state auditor, threats over fuel during Oregon Short Line transit, calls to abolish the state examiner office, a fatal sleighing accident, cabinet changes at the health board, and a surge of homestead entries. Also noted are a baby found in Twin Falls, land office receipts, a blizzard fatality, and local crime and infrastructure updates.
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Idaho
Oregon
Montana
Office of
State Examiner
Fred L. Huston
Frank Poulton
Ralph Falk
State Board of Health
Lewiston
United States Land Office
Twin Falls
Boise
Iidger Hunter
W. GB. Hunter
Egin Beach
St. Anthony
Snake River
Emerald Isle
Gem State
Caldwell Commercial Club
Wilson
Lane
Congress
King Hill
Smith
J. Lynch
Milner
S. B. Cope
Weiser
Cope
Idaho Technical Institute
Pocatello
Ackley
State Penitentiary
Deer Lodge
Mont
United States
Nampa & Meridian
G. A. Remington
J. A. Sheehan
A. Lt. Roberts
Frank de Kay
Shook
Thorough Drainage for Farm Practice by J T Stewart
This Minnesota extension piece argues drainage adds value by improving land, reducing labor, and stabilizing crops. It warns against speculative land grabs, stresses careful site planning, proper outlet sizing, and timing, and cites a state farm where drainage increased tillable area and net returns.
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Hes Caareermans Gmvesegent
Beaver Expert Worker Delves Into Beavers Story
In a St Nicholas inspired account a beaver is depicted as a master lumberjack and dam builder. The animal navigates night work with moonlight guiding its instincts while describing its vegetarian diet and method of mud dam construction.
Cannibalism Comment Sparks Ethnologic Discussion
Dr Isaiah B Scott of Africa noted in Monrovia that cannibals are not wicked for they eat others to improve themselves as they are taught virtue by civilized neighbors. He argued that cannibalism reflects cultural education rather than inherent vice, highlighting ethnological diversity.
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Boise Co-operative Creamery Company
Boise
Pocatello
O. S
John T. Stewart
University of Minnesota
Dusmoc
Minnesota
Isaiah B. Scott
Methodist Bshop
Africa
Monrovia
Scott
Onder
Too Severe Doctor Advice Sparks Shopping Plan
A dialogue unfolds with Mrs. X proposing to send her husband to the bargain counter during rush hours for vigorous shopping as a form of exercise, while the doctor counters that the situation is more violent than golf and urges action.
They Must Ask for It Co Well Ed Question
Fragmentary dialogue reads like stage direction with small talk about kissing. Characters Co Well and Ed exchange lines expressing doubt and a request for consent. The snippet suggests an intimate moment paused by hesitation and inquiry.
Actress Reveals Secret Gray Hair Recipe
A famous actress shares a home remedy to darken gray hair. The formula blends one half pint water with Bay Rum Barbo Compound and glycerine, mixed at home or bought from a druggist. Boxes of Barrio Compound include directions for use and promise a glossy, non greasy finish.
Light from Left Best for Near Work in Classrooms
An observed advantage of lighting from the left when performing close tasks reduces hand shadows on the page, easing eye strain. The effect improves focus and ease for writers and others working up close, suggesting a room layout consideration in schools and offices.
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