Murder trial ends with Fleming found guilty in first degree
John Fleming is convicted of first degree murder for shooting Frank Langford near Rupert after a long, dramatic trial. The case featured sharp prosecution, decisive state evidence, and actions by Judge J C Rogers, Judge E M Wolf, and a sensational arraignment of Mrs. Fleming for insanity leading to her commitment to Blackfoot asylum.
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John Fleming
Frank Langford
J. C. Rogers
John Peebles
Degee
Frank T. Disney
E. M. Wolf
Wolf
Langford
Fleming
E. A. Walters
Rupert
Ploming
Fuller
Flemings
Democratic county convention selects ticket in Shoshone
The Democratic county convention met in the Shoshone opera house. C Hansen chaired the meeting. M W McPall was named chairman and Bert Bowler secretary. Delegates adopted resolutions favoring direct primary bank deposits public utilities ownership direct senator election initiative and referendum and local option. Nominees include Marion W McFall state senator Samuel C Bixler representative Arthur J Murray sheriff William A Goodman treasurer Leroy C Jones assessor James S Stephenson probate judge Edward Waggoner superintendent of public instruction James R Bothwell county attorney Walter Burkhart surveyor Dr A A Higgs coroner and three commissioners: Hughes Shoshone Brailsford Hagerman Hollenbeck Rupert.
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Opera House
Shoshone
C. Hansen
M. W. McPall
Bert Bowler
D. W.yaden
Order of Business
J. C. Haines
A. F. McKay
U.S
Idaho
Oregon
K. I. Perky
Marion W. McFall
Rupert
Samuel C. Bixler
Heyburn
Arthur J. Murray
William A. Goodman
Leroy C. Jones
Gooding
James 5. Stephenson
Edward Waggoner
James R. Bothwell
Walter Burkhart
Bliss
A. A. Higgs
Patrick H. Hughes
Albert H. Brailsford
Hagerman
George Hollenbeck
News to Debut This Month under Editor Nims at Jerome
The North Side News of Jerome plans its first issue around the 15th with Editor Nims at the helm. A capable printing plant is ready and a representative paper for the local needs will be published. The editor has a strong reputation for integrity and ability, signaling a promising start for the new venture.
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North Side News
Jerome
Nims
Praviie
Nios
Southern Idaho alfalfa seed profits and land values noted
In Hagerman valley and surrounding Snake River Canyon, Samuel D. Briggs discusses alfalfa seed pricing and crop rotation benefits. He cites a rancher who earned about $100 per acre from seed plus hay. Attorney Geo Varnum of Denver and Rev C A Varnum tour local tracts, praising irrigation prospects and predicting high land values akin to Palisade Colorado.
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Samuel D. Briggs
Otis E. Lyster
Austin
Clear Lake
Snake River Canyon
Hagenman Valley
Fuller
Mary E. Briggs
Briggs
Journal
Hagerman Valley
Geo. Varnam
Denver
Colorado
Hev
A. Varnum
Salmon River
Twin Falls South Side
Twin Falls North Side
Twin Falls
New
C. A. Varnum
Snake River Valley
Geo. Varnum
Palisade
Valley of the Snake
Varnum
Idaho
Fire Bell in Position Costs and Details
The city fire bell is to be installed in the tower with bees placed in the structure. The bell weighs 800 pounds while the tower stands roughly zero feet high. The electrical machine at the entire house costs 350, with hundreds more needed for connection. The rest of the text reports unrelated civic notices and names, including local officials and wartime references, with several garbled phrases.
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Entie House
Mauty Peert
Hector
Jerome Bulletin Reports Local Development and Community Events
Jerome notes include visitors Dan and Agnes Miller, new businesses like Leavitt’s shoe store, the Jerome Restaurant under Miss Napton, and the Jerome Concrete & Brick Co starting work. Parcel sales rise with 10 000 dollars in Jerome and Wendell lots, plus well drilling planned for Shoshone. Union Ladies Aid forms, and a lively dinner at the Jerome Restaurant with local speakers and dances.
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Ble. Leavitt
Lincoln Ave
Mins Agnes Miller
Milner
Dan Updergraff
Joe Krivanek
Jerome
J. L. Napton
Mary Napton
Jerome Concrete & Brick Co
Haddock Land Co
Main St
George W. Fuller
E. M. Walker
R. H. Traill
W. A. Pierce
Ostrander- Reed Co
Hardwick and Co
C. P. Wyckett
Oregon
Shawner
Wendell
E. G. Reed
Union Ladies Aid Society
Wm_N-Hartwick
W.A. Heiss
A. B. Barclay
Fee
E. D. Piper
Presbyterian Church
B. G. Reed
Methodist Church
R.A. Trail
Sunny
Raed
Caio
King Hill opening draws vast land rush and wonder
Monday the 12th marks a grand land opening described as a miracle of abundance with gold in soil and sunbeams. Special trains bring seekers from many states and Canada as a cosmopolitan registry grows. A large flume test confirms superb construction and water will arrive for opening day signaling ambitious Carey Act sales and dense settlement plans.
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King Hill
United States
King Hill Country
Taronto
Canada
Northwest
Small Boys Battle in Shoshone Politics for Favorite Candidate
In Shoshone earnest youngsters stage mock battles between two armies named Bryan and Taft. They equip a quirky array of toy weapons and gear to simulate a political clash, with the townsfolk watching the playful yet competitive demonstrations unfold over several days.
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Shoshone
Werehuueton county survey on electing officials
In Werehuueton county residents vote on a transitional rule affecting eligibility for public office. The measure addresses term applications and oversight by local authorities. Officials urge careful turnout as the outcome shapes governance.
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