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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1922
Page
1
F W Zimmerman of Dietrich Idaho declares his run for county commissioner in the third district pending the Republican primary on August 1. The announcement emphasizes party affiliation and district, with the candidate inviting support from GOP voters.
L H Joy declares candidacy for County Commissioner third district in the 1922 Republican primaries. A Dietrich tract resident since 1911 he appeals for support and notes his long affiliation and faith.
Bate announces seeking the Republican nomination for County Commissioner in the third district for the August 1 1922 primary. He notes prior service as commissioner and urges support based on his record.
S B Todd announces candidacy for probate judge of Lincoln County Idaho on the Republican ticket. He states the run is subject to the will of voters at the primary election to be held August 1, 1922.
Alpha Kinsey of Shoshone appeals to farmers laborers and small stockmen in Lincoln County to nominate him as a Democratic candidate for the Idaho State Senate.
A two week drive in Lincoln county aims to make Shoshone a central site for sick and injured care. Residents hope to attract a nursing order to establish a fully equipped first class hospital, with local banquet and survey efforts highlighting community support and potential partnerships.
A safety appeal urges drivers to slow down at railroad crossings following a fatality. The piece emphasizes not trusting luck, looking and listening, and avoiding the impulse to beat trains. It warns that many accidents stem from rushing but stresses sober judgment and caution.
The J C Penney organization adds 59 new stores, reaching 371 total, as a compact system motivates every employee and affiliate to enthusiastically support the entire chain.
Mrs. Frank Koka and two children left for Twin Falls to visit her sister and take Willis to obtain eye specialist care. Ivan Terry is back at work. Several community men assist with local tasks. Names such as Jack Harmison Clarethe Gherly La Von Hubbhs Frank Burdett and Fern Terry appear among local activities. Mentions of Mr and Mrs C and Borden and a Home collection point at Froahwon are noted amid fragmented text.
Discussion details the single operable gate at Magic reservoir, the stuck second gate, and the risk of shutting off water if forced to work on the jam. Officials urge calm, conservative use, noting 2,000 acres less under cultivation and current delivery exceeds last year’s period, with no immediate shortage anticipated.
A garbled field note describes a cat belonging to W T Turner engaging with a rattler in an odd incident. The fragmented text mentions victory, a wounded or confused state, and an unclear sequence of events surrounding the animal.
Readable fragments mention Aileen and other names in a damaged OCR line with unclear meaning. No clear event, place, or date present.
The Oregon Short Line issues a public letter to inform on the strike settlement. It explains that replacements operate under government rules and that public service must be maintained. The statement, signed by President C R Grat and G P A Spencer, emphasizes loyalty to current workers and adherence to Labor Board conditions.
A reader challenges the 1921 1922 District 12 financial report published in the Journal. They question the handling of outstanding warrants totaling 28359.97 and the current expense results from June 1921 to June 1922. The letter seeks whether the June 30 1922 cash balance reflects actual funds or an indebtedness of 23441.83, citing a 4917.54 balance and asking for clarification with an apology to Hashimura Togo.
Local reports describe a gasoline thief using a siphon to drain tanks from several cars in town over the past week. Citizens urged to report suspicious activity and authorities warned to be vigilant and prepared to apprehend the culprit.
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