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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1913
Page
1
A March drought forecast notes heavy snowmelt will fill the upper basin reservoirs, with water entering the canal by late May or June. Expect a dramatic May to June flood stage as the spillway cataract forms, while winter grain and alfalfa benefit from anticipated moisture and favorable conditions for a prosperous year.
Firefighters were sent to Knob Hill by mistake delaying access to the Hughes home owned by Mrs. Garrier Hughes in the southeast town. The fire caused substantial furniture damage and property loss estimated at $1,000 plus. Fireman E H Merrifield and George Campbell suffered injuries. Merrifield burned his head and face, Campbell's overcoat bore burns. Insurance was held by J L Fuller. the built-in furnishings partly insured. Mrs Evans was away. town election registration urged.
A list of nominees for the Michigan utility commission includes Uhas E Elmer Vielr 4 Johneun and others from St. Anthony Weiser American Falls and Hagley Times notes Major Fred Reed as secretary of the Panadian-Party Exposition. The piece questions whether Gavr Hitile could assemble a more qualified slate.
Officials test water supplies for passengers on Oregon Short Line to ensure safety and compliance with federal rules. Health Commissioner James H. Wattle oversees parallel checks, with steam sterilization and certification to meet interstate drinking water standards. Methodist Ladies Guild plans a birthday gathering at Mrs. Jota H. Helman’s home this afternoon.
The parcel post system offers delivery and payment on delivery with a 10 cent sender fee and a $100 collection limit per package. It cannot be opened before delivery and requires new postage for returns, with widespread growth shown by February statistics and post office reports nationwide.
The article details a proposed highway bill assigning a seven member commission from ex officio and appointed leaders to oversee state road construction. It outlines funding from automobile licenses, use of penitentiary labor for road work, and a 40 cent per day wage for convicts. The measure stresses non compensation for commissioners and requires regular meetings led by the Secretary of State.
Victor O. Johnson of Shoshone, long seen as a leading voice on Idaho utilities, has declared as a candidate for one of three public utilities commission seats. Backed by strong endorsements, Johnson supported the Ryan bill and helped shape amendments, earning praise for expertise and influence in Boise politics.
A petition campaign began Tuesday in Shoshone and across Lincoln County to revive the local option liquor issue. About 40 percent of voters must sign to force a new election, with Frank Whittington in charge. Supporters claim enforcement of prohibition is lax, while opponents warn against new saloons and warn costly elections. Citizens are urged to register and sign at Bert Bowler's Bowell Store in Shoshone.
Whittington Millsaps resume operations in May at the Mealy store with plans announced by Frank Millsaps and Pravk. Boosted by new bottling work, the venture aims to attract customers and restart local production.
Appraisers Kattzke Bistell and Compien for Lincoln oli and Minisdike Counties survey properties for division or county takeovers. Lincoln Geunly tract valued in Gooding County to be handled by tax tithe. Miniwicka Title and Abstract Company with Voorhees and A I McMalon prepares records. five typists join next week. Lester AM Howe to work as index writer for courtroom records. complete copies to abstract company. Gooding County and Geoding records to be transcribed subsequently.
Twin Falls March 15 After about three hours the jury in the State v W G Janks case charged with receiving stolen cattle returned a verdict of guilty The trial began last Monday with a jury drawn including Oliver Trueblood J C Tice Fred Be brake W L Winans N W Swearingen C E Edwards Otto Bailey G L Frye Chas Newbry C M Stone J J Kite and J A Felton The case was prosecuted by County Attorney A R Hicks with help from C O Longley and Geo Herriot representing the stockgrowers association Janks defense was led by W P Guthrie and Judge J Rogers The state contends Janks received cattle at the Robertson Janks Packing Co plant The hides recovered were identified by Boots H P Larson and witnesses from Boise Fur and Hide Co testified hides were shipped by Robertson Janks Packing Co Carl Falk a former employee was key witness for the state
A Wyoming field meeting led by AL Hughes discusses youth clubs in Lincoln County and Shoshone Schools. He cites successful potato and corn clubs, urging forming sewing cooking and gardening clubs locally. The audience, including parents, applauded. trials and cattle issues are noted, with legal proceedings described for a separate case.
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