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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1923
Page
4
The Shoshone Journal printed in Shoshone Idaho lists editor E L Platz and address, with a weekly Friday publication. Advertising rates and notices for church services society meetings cards of thanks obituaries poetry and event notices are mentioned with fee applicability for admission or sales.
Snow data for the Big Wood River and Soldier Creek watersheds covering the week ending March 12 1938. Measurements include snow depths, basin conditions, and accumulation trends with notes on melt patterns and snowpack stability observed by regional observers.
Governor Moore cites a 25 percent reduction in the current budget from two years ago and a total Idaho saving of over 900000 compared with the last biennium. He notes an 800000 saving from cutting a nine tenths of four mill highway levy while preserving state institutions and funding new education buildings.
A discussion on Shoshone water sources argues drilling could yield abundant artesian supplies from below the basin. Proponents claim water could fuel growth and even tax-free status, noting fresh Blue Lakes water and Thousand Springs as evidence of quality and supply.
Shoshone locals and nearby residents list weekend travel and visits across Idaho towns. Names include Anthony Thompson of Jerome, Tom Holden of Twin Falls, Mrs Burgess of Twin Falls, Ami Clements returning from Kansas City, Joe Wilson visiting points west, Mrs Forest of Glenna Ferry visiting Lucy Lima, and others.
The Journal editor visited sheep ranches noting a large lambing crop this year with conditions favorable for early shed lambing in February and March. An estimated 70 percent of ewes were bred for early lambing, with 100 percent or better total lambs anticipated, about 20 percent above last year. Early contracts cited 10 cents for lambs and 40 cents for wool, with higher wool prices expected. Idaho lambs ship to market in June and July. June shipments 177 295 head in 1922, 211 220 in 1921, 261 980 in 1920. July shipments 308 865 in 1922, 303 260 in 1921, 392 055 in 1920. Hill City leads, followed by Ketchum and Bellevue.
At the Baugh Theatre Friday night shows The Four Seasons a film praised as a lasting picture for both young readers and adults. Saturday features Lights of New York with urban and human interest stories behind the lights. Monday through Tuesday offer Child Thou Givest Me and on midweek Gloria Swanson stars in The Gilded Cage with strong reviews expected.
A lively column quotes a woman declaring she has never kissed anyone, while a witty rival quips that may explain her stance. The exchange showcases local social humor and flirtatious banter from the era.
A few years ago cars were for the rich, now few can afford to be without one. Electric light reaching every city home marks a shift. In these days we learn that yesterday's luxuries become today’s necessities.
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