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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1903
Page
4
The Journal reveals new ownership by W. J D. Crocker who will run the paper and its job printing. Management promises the paper will focus on local Shoshone matters and support Lincoln county’s best interests while remaining Republican and seeking liberal patronage.
The article argues that even a growing town must install modern water works. It notes incoming business and residents, rising fire risk, and higher insurance without adequate fire protection. It urges timely adoption of a municipal water system to supply domestic needs and support growth.
The article warns that water supply methods are inadequate and threatens a looming water shortage if not addressed. It urges immediate installation of water works, even via private capital or a franchise to public spirited citizens to plan a lasting plant.
A whimsical notion proposes taking several water works opponents to the streets on windy days for a thorough dust bath to spur a change of heart. The proposal envisions a lighthearted, humorous approach to persuasion.
The document recounts Daniel Webster traveling at night by stage from Baltimore toward Washington in early days before railways. He faced danger in dark woods between Dix Jeneburt and Washington where a potential murder or outrage loomed. A felonious driver questioned his name and destination, and Webster claimed to be a senator, prompting the driver to warmly greet him and express relief at meeting a fellow traveler.
A wall in a modest Albany residence is said to be adorned with wallpaper valued at over 200000 dollars. The wallpaper reportedly costs 50 dollars per square inch and comprises rare revenue stamps priced at 150 dollars each, easily sold at 100 dollars. A local stamp dealer has personally verified the tale as true.
The piece surveys famed listeners from Cleopatra to Josephine and Napoleon, notes how listening shaped esteem, and hints at a Swiss bear tale. Bears in Berne are treated as citizens with a centuries old legal tug of war over their property, now still unresolved in court.
A terse item notes a dispute or policy about not charging cars aboard vessels when traversing between San Francisco and Chicago. The fragment suggests travel or ferry operations may be affected, with a focus on maritime freight or passenger transport rules.
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