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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1913
Page
1
Mrs. Thomas H. Gooding is reported seriously ill in San Incon, California where she has been visiting for two weeks. Her husband Mr. Gooding left Shoshone for California after alarming developments, with expectations of a high rank surgical procedure. The community has anxiously followed her health status.
P A Gilliam fatally shoots a registered Poland China boar in an orchard when the animal charged him while he was running for safety. The 100 dollar pig, described as one of the finest in the state, weighed about a thousand pounds and chased him near his house before he fired with a shotgun carried for protection.
Mrs Sarah Todd aged 103, sister-in-law of the late President Lincoln, cast her first vote at the Eugene polls in Oregon for the referendum. Born in Kentucky, she moved to Oregon 20 years ago and will turn 104 on March 28, 1914. Her husband’s sister was Mrs Abraham Lincoln.
Gooding hosts two major gatherings as the Idaho Dairymen’s Association and the State Swinebreeders’ Association meet in Gooding starting in January, with national breeders attending. Prof. BE. F. Rinehart of the University of Idaho oversees arrangements, promising strong publicity. Also notes local railroad timetable changes near Pocatello and a November 26 event featuring a song and dance show between Yankee Rue and M4 Murphy, expected to draw crowds.
In Gooding on November 2 the holdings of J McKenzie in the First National Bank were sold to Frank R Gooding John Thomas and Lyman G Taylor McKenzie retires as president with Gooding named president and Taylor vice president The bank reports strong condition but notes financial strain from inadequate farm credit providers keeping capital short and operational issues during exchanges
Oregon Short Line directs cars bound for California via Ogden to southern Idaho to alleviate a refrigerator car shortage. Pacific Express says empty reefers sent to Ogden are diverted to Idaho, with about 160 cars moved to relieve the shortage and reduce delays for shippers.
Rev JH Boots, missionary bishop to China, warned at the St Louis Methodist state conference against invasions of the yellow peril. He urged Westerners to tear down prejudice as he cited China’s upcoming intellectual revolution and the young seeking ethical questions.
Mrs. Louise Keefer widow of Joseph Keefer suffered severe injuries from a fall at her residence a few days ago including a dislocated shoulder. Dr Zeller has attended her since the accident. Relatives Mrs Elizabeth White Mrs Brennan granddaughter Mrs L M Zug and others have given devoted attention. Mrs Keefer is 58 years of age.
Arthur J. Peavey and John M. McCollum escorted President Bush of the Western Pacific by three cars from Twin Falls to Shoshone. Locals including Senators Gooding and other townsfolk hosted and discussed a Twin Falls Wells railroad linking with Gould roads. Governor Gooding and visitors studied road improvements and potential extensions, while a duck hunt and public talks filled the visit. Bush departed without completing plans due to time constraints.
The Har lam D. Heist property in Shoshone nears roof completion with contractor Richmond on track to finish by late December, possibly nearly a month early. The 30 by 60 foot structure includes basement and two stories, glass front and ample light, built of durable walls with ornate details. owner and builders are highlighted though some text is garbled.
Mrs Velma Morris and Roy Thompson of Bellevue eloped after leaving on a southbound train Tuesday. Authorities failed to stop them at Shoshone due to lack of a warrant, and no trace has been found. Morris is about 3% and married three years ago. Thompson was a lessee of the Weber Hotel. Marshal Campbell tried to detain them without a warrant.
Governor Gooding of Idaho denounces Senator Brady in a frank statement, defending truthful critique and asserting the Republican party will not be harmed by his stance. Brady says he may seek public support when time comes, while others doubt his candidacy for the current campaign.
John M. Haines proclaims Thursday November 27 1913 a day of public thanksgiving for Idaho residents. He urges thrift over selfish materialism and asks citizens to observe the day in churches and homes, with the state seal affixed at Boise by November 5 1913.
Washington reports sportsmen welcome tariff cuts that reduce prices on hunting and fishing outfits, gear, and accessories. Expected savings include rifles, shotguns, reels, rods, and outdoor apparel, with some items seeing reductions of about 20 to 26 percent. cautions note higher taxes on anti mosquito preparations and mixed consumer absorption across wholesalers and retailers.
E Walton, elder organizer for the Intermountain Good Roads department of the National Highway Association, spent a week in Shoshone praising the district’s road building progress. He noted plans to complete about 20 miles of the Rose Yellowstone route and lauded efforts linking districts, while urging national action on highway funding and broader societal benefits.
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