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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1917
Page
2
A newspaper roll of honor lists local boys serving in the military across multiple branches. It invites readers to report errors or omissions and offers a free Journal copy to each correctly addressed honoree. Names include Charles W App and many others, with address confirmation requested for accuracy.
A fragmented early 20th century report discusses how French and British armies train and discipline their troops. It weighs the effectiveness of formal drill versus informal leadership, noting contrasts between American, English, Canadian, Australian, and Russian forces. It highlights shifts in control, the role of volunteers, and how officers influence camp discipline and morale.
A report from MPesbergh notes a sewer sighting of an alligator on the North Side, drawing attention to urban wildlife in an unusual habitat. Local authorities cautioned residents to avoid contact and monitor nearby manholes as experts assess the situation.
Noted beauty Mrs Ava Willing Astor widow of John Jacob Astor lives in London and devotes herself to war relief work. Her daughter Muriel aids in relief efforts while Mrs Vincent Astor visits from France to help organize a hospital behind the lines. A few social rivals seek Mr Astor’s hand amid aristocratic society in London. A separate note recounts Maul the highway bureau employee finding an odd incident during a sewer repair and a Florida native said to have wandered north.
German coal famine grows weekly as miners returned from front and prisoners toil in pits. Electric power and gas usage drop by 30 percent, cities curtail cooking and heating, lighting plants shut down, and war material makers warn they cannot meet contracts if conditions persist.
Portland notes hint at meatless meals on Mondays and Fridays served on Spokane dining cars. The program follows an appeal from Washington food administration officials aiming to reduce waste and adjust eating ways for travelers.
Idaho report covers Minidoka potato shipments and large bank deposit records, Kooskia Milling project, apple and alfalfa acreages in Twin Falls, and a Middleton church building planned. State fair crowds praise exhibits. prize wins by Payette, Twin Falls, Geeding, and Canyon. War measures include sugar reduction urge, vaccination orders for cattle, and land price shifts near Middleton. Drugged by misreadings, the piece notes an automobile accident near Meridian and a pitchfork clash at the fairgrounds involving a Black man.
A Bridgeton New Jersey reader praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for treating inflammatory and other female health issues. The testimonial cites irregularities severe pain and overall health improvement after use, urging other women to consider the remedy. Also included are unrelated text fragments about a voice teacher’s daughter and a kitten, though these do not form a cohesive news item.
Advertisement promises free Cuticura soap and ointment samples by mail to treat baby rashes eczema and itching. Claims quick relief and clear skin with exclusive use of Cuticura and directs readers to send a postcard to Cuticura Dept Ly Boston for the sample booklet.
At the Prince ton Gibson County Fair an amateur guard fell asleep on duty and a youth climbed the fence. President Ben Murphy allowed the boy to stay after ordering him to wake the watching guard. The youth then reported climbing in, but Murphy reversed and kept him in, joking that practice makes some lawyers and doctors wealthy.
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