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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1914
Page
8
W Denies on the White ranch adjoining Brieshone has eyes on two carloads of fat hogs and gilt. Lineian county project ready for Market this year. The White ranch, adapted to hog raising, produces good grain crops with water access and is suited for breeding purposes, as owners expand in hog business.
Power County commissioners narrowly approve liquor legality extending status to American Park area. The move hinges on the prior Blaine county alignment and whether local elections establish wet or dry rules, affecting the new county’s alcohol licensing.
Cattle breeders organized a temporary body in February inviting ranchers from many Idaho counties including Buhl Twin Falls Kimberly Wendell Jerome Shoshone Gooding and more to join. A. A. Davis chaired the meeting with Walter as secretary and W. A. Grieve as treasurer. A constitution and by laws will be adopted. Geo J Allen is the corresponding secretary for further information.
In a snowy confrontation, Bolliger chased a burglar who wrestled for a gun, ending with Deputy Sheriff summoned after Bolliger held the suspect. Separately, Goodings plan to take over the Cramer Electric Light and Power plant with John R. Hart named manager. legal steps may follow if Rockwell-White resists transfer.
Mrs Pret W Gooding plans to return to Shoeshine tomorrow after leaving Los Angeles on Thursday. She spent time with her daughter Mrs Smith and her husband, who was a hospital patient, in December and has remained in Long Beach to aid his recovery for about a month or longer.
Uncalled letters remain at office and will be sent to the dead letter office in Washington on January 20 1914. One cent due on each. Names include Carroll A D Glennie Mr Acr Metube A O Sultiean Mra c B.
An irrigation based beef cattle plan argues for dual farming with dairy and pork not needed. Calves fed on skim milk alfalfa hay and pasture based growth reach 1000 pounds at 18 months, with 5 acres grazing ten animals on irrigated land. Expected returns vary with price, but system promises high value, low labor, and steady farm income per Western Farmer.
The report extols irrigation projects under the Carey Act and U S Reclamation Act, highlighting Idaho’s progress and the push for vast tracts of arable land. It notes canals, engineering feats, and premium water supplies attracting private enterprise while other states follow suit with extensive irrigation development.
The Wood River Daily Times notes the proposed retirement of W. W. Horne, Auditor and Recorder of Blaine County, praising his 40 years of service and the efficiency of the First National Bank of Shoshone founder Cashler W. Hail Horne as his father. The piece laments the county’s loss and commends his long daily visits and expert handling of county business.
Shoshone residents William W. Caater and Mary Taylor known as Mayme marry after a Boise license issued Monday lists Caater as party of the first part. The couple, school friends at Pocatello, plan to live on Riverside Drive in February with Caater’s father William C. Custer a Shoshone packing business figure.
The state auditor compiled figures from reports filed by assessors showing real property in Idaho valued at 100,959,684 after state board equalization in 1913. Personal property totaled 26,783,811, yielding a combined value of 127,743,495 versus 122, etc. in 1912.
The Dietrich Highway District of Lincoln County Idaho intends to issue bonds totaling 50000 dollars dated January 1 1914 with interest not exceeding six percent. Bonds issued in 100 to 1000 dollar denominations are payable January 1 1934 and redeemable after January 1 1924 at the district’s option. Principal and interest may be paid in Dietrich or New York. Bids must be sealed and include a two percent bid check. bids due noon January 31 1914 with Secretary W J Morrow in charge.
Notice for Publication Final Proof by Lorenso Parker entry No 144 under Heir provision of the Care Act approved March 4 1499. Parker seeks final proof to establish claim to described land before O A Truman state land officer Shoshone Idaho February 21 614. Witnesses Homer Fry Wooks Parker and Charles Dall of Shoshone Idaho. Jam 2a Fih 20.
Gilbert J. White cashier swears to the accuracy of the bank's balance sheet as of January 20 1914. The document itemizes assets liabilities and capital including deposits reserves notes and overdue funds with corrections by notary James R Rothwell and directors Frank T Disney.
Bantam resident H. D. Ely suffered a four year foot ulcer. Doctors advised amputation, he refused, used Bucklin's Arnica Salve as a last resort and reports complete healing. Aimed at burns cuts bruises and eczema, 26 cents. Available from Bucklin Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
Joseph Inens of Shoshone requests information on two two year old dark colt strays last seen near his premises. Each is branded with Z on the left shoulder. one has white feet and a blaze on the face. Any information to return the animals to their rightful owner.
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