Lincoln County land boom and Memorial Day reflection
The piece extols Lincoln County Idaho as a prime land and development area with the Twin Falls Shoshone region and irrigation projects, noting the wind and scenery as a draw for settlers. It discusses land reclamation, dam storage, power facilities, and factory potential, ending with a Memorial Day tribute to fallen soldiers and a brief note on coal freight and state money rates. A political aside mentions William D. Maywood as a potential 1908 presidential candidate.
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Idaho
Lincoln County
Twin Pallo Norte
Idaho Irrigation Company Project Ie
Minidaka
Hegerman Valley
Switzerland
Linealn
They Keep the Money in Anti Roosevelt Campaign Trade
The writer condemns Washington journalists and literary campaigners for taking no real return from anti Roosevelt efforts. They dismiss bribery yet imply funders gain nothing tangible, and argue that money cannot sway public votes. The piece mocks bribery as ineffective against the people.
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Washington
Journal
Lou
J.P. Morgan
John D. Rockefeller
Idaho Irrigation Project Opens Next Month In County
A notable forthcoming event marks the opening of the Idaho Irrigation project in the county next month. It stands as one of the west’s largest storage reservoir efforts, enabling flood waters to be stored for beneficial use and signaling major regional development.
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Idaho
Booster Rooster Rallying Townsmen To Boost Local Projects
A rustic exhortation urges residents to support local initiatives by boosting rather than criticizing. It emphasizes collective effort, pride in communal progress, and the idea that community projects thrive when residents back them with energy and voices. The piece likens boosterism to a communal call to action, urging ongoing support for efforts deemed best for the town.
Violent Deaths Rising in New York City
In New York City violence causes six deaths daily from assaults injuries and accidents. Police and health officials monitor crime trends and safety efforts amid ongoing public concern over urban violence risks.
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New York
New York City
Delinquent Tax List for Lincoln County Idaho 1907
Delinquent taxes listed for properties in Shoshone and surrounding Minidoka districts. Names include Kitty Craig Denis Fee W W Wilmer & Co and Minidoka land parcels with block and lot numbers, tax amounts, and penalties. Dated May 20 1907 by W Wirkinen Tax Collector. properties may be sold at public auction if not paid.
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Sheshone
Lincoln
Tale
Koie
Lohards
Kitty Craig
Ds HE
Cassinated Shektphaine Co
Dalgust
Ya Evi
Denis Fee
Iidfey
Poll Tix
Miller & Parton
Hagerman
Lou Martin
Minidukah
Mikobiti
Wat
Anil OS
Shick
Minidoka
Pollis
F.B. Wilmer & Co
Minidoke
Rixsi
Janes Reynolds
Minidota
Robert
Roe Real Estate Oflce
Dove
Labo Mare, Co
Shethone Falls Power Co
Imp
Shoshone
Nity Ew
Ser
Nvetg Sefaly Avlg
Sen
M.A. Vaughin
Minfolivkat
Vietor & Brown
Minidukan
Mes. J. FP. Ward
ACB Wells
Mary Want
Joe IL
Minitoka
Auilor
Burroughs Mere Co
Minido
Ordinance regulating Shoshone water irrigation hours and penalties
The village of Shoshone enacts changes to ordinance 30 and 80 regarding irrigation water use from the Shoshone Light and Water Company. It bans irrigation use from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m and during conflagration, with fines from 1 to 500 dollars plus costs. previous conflicting ordinances repealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoshone
Shoshone Light and Water Company
Village ordinance takes effect after passage in 1907
The ordinance becomes effective upon its passage and publication. It was passed by the Chairman and Board of Trustees of the village of Shoshone on May 13, 1907. Attest: Chairman Borden, Clerk Harry W. Anderson.
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Shoshone
A. D
Borden
Harry W. Anderson
Sean
Prayer services and church activities announced
At the Episcopal and Christ Episcopal churches, prayer services are held weekly at the home of T Walters. Rev Chamberlain will preach Sunday morning, and regular services are led by Pastor C Arnold Edwards. A Rupert Sunday School tally on June 3 will feature Rev Howard Bowlby, J H Barton, and wives Mrs Sweeney and Mrs Puld assisting local workers.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
T. Walters
C. Arnold Edwards
Rupert
Howard Bowlby
J. H. Barton
Sweeney
Puld
Blessed are the Peacemakers quoted in church
A small girl in Sunday school recited the verse Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God in public. The incident surprised onlookers as she paused and completed the line with a softer ending.
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God
When the Indian Mutiny Broke Out in 1857 Telegraph Lore
Before the Telegraph, it is related that the order to revolt was carried in the form of an unleavened cake or chupattle. Swift running camels have always been used in the east to carry dispatches, while Deacon fires still remain a vehicle for conveying intelligence.
Town Bred Warriors and the recruiting sergeant
A Country Life reflection on modern recruitment, arguing today’s best recruits come from great towns where street youths gain boldness after training, ready to face critical occasions for the country. The piece contrasts urban bravery with rural assumptions and underscores training as key.
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Soodstead
London
Aldrich's Baby Bell Declined by Leading Journals
The poem Baby Bell by Mr. Aldrich was promptly declined after being offered in succession to Putnam's, Harper, and the Knickerbocker. It only found publication later in the Journal of Commerce, per the Boston Globe.
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Mr. Aldrich
Putnam's
Harper and the Knickerbocker
Journal of Commerce
Boston Globe
Wanted Young Lady Seeks Elderly Bachelor for Matrimony
Classified ad seeks a refined educated young woman with auburn hair to open correspondence with an elderly bachelor. Purpose alimony. Burlesque complexion noted. emphasizes wealth. Targeted at finding a spouse with financial settlement in mind.
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C.J. Lisle
2Dw
T.barser
Qaoshone
Ldnoois
Haybert
Ormort
Sussontros
Pen Yan
Boise
Willam D. Maywood
Delinquent
Bor
Kodaks
T. M. Starrh
O. J. Brennan
Stockmen’s Restaurant
S. Naka
Purdum & Millsaps
Shoshone Light & Water GO
Fuswiss
Churce Across
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