Wealth and Water in Idaho Irrigation Era
A long examination of water supply and irrigation in arid Idaho lands describes the Carey Act development, dam and reservoir works, four irrigation divisions, and the essential role of water in farm wealth. It notes the 6000 acre reservoir, extensive canals, and the four tract system, stressing the need for prudent farming under favorable climate and diverse crops, especially grain, potatoes, fruits, and livestock.
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Ayer
Uhie
Charterer
Irrigation merits debated amid Idaho project claims
The Idaho Irrigation Co argues irrigation can aid farming but warns success still depends on farmer energy intelligence and business ability. The discussion notes droughts in the Midwest and asserts irrigation has proven advantages when water and conditions are controlled, while acknowledging limits where supply or other factors fail.
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Mnere
Sant Lok
Altheach
Idaho
Petstons
Camer
Unis
Tts
Lincoln Inn Opens in Gooding with Full First Day Occupancy
The Lincoln Inn opened February 4 1909 in Gooding as a premier hotel aiming to attract settlers. The four day Clover Creek event drew over 400 guests daily, leading to a 32 room annex within a year and strong praise for cuisine and service under manager A J Schubert.
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Gooding
A.J. Schubert
Cnisine
Lincoln Sands
Ani Hos Plicedis
Shortie
THI StIt Poputer
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Idaho Irriration Company
Fecha
Jesus
Pommemeion
Northwest
Gore
Arid
Ceuta
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Willy
Helen Uchers
Wiel
Fuethille
Wood
Dia Wood
Beevtteren
Resnevoir
Fitehfield
Richferd
Detrich
South Gooding
Tehtels
Antiral
Dinkeret
Little Wand
Bie Wand
Gomting
Shashone
Rome
Dietrich
Niagara
Idaho Irrigation Co
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