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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1914
Page
2
A detailed report from Washington covers parliamentary debates and policy shifts. It notes Congress discussions on war measures, regulatory reform, and potential income adjustments while citing key figures such as Taft and Anderson and referencing legislative maneuverings affecting Malawi and the Philippines.
A New York Times account describes a street scene where a policeman stops traffic with a whistle at a Broadway cross street. A hand organ and its wagon, waiting in line, halt the long procession of trucks until the officer signals to move again.
T P's Weekly notes the Bottle Tree family in Queensland and its spread, describing seeds eaten by Blacks and edible uses in the Philippines. The fruit splits to reveal scarlet flesh and black seeds with a purple bloom, while the tough leathery fruit lingers on the tree, forming a striking jungle display.
A Cleveland woman died after collapsing from heart disease at a restaurant and dying en route to hospital. A man who accompanied her stood by her chair as she fell, while a dog followed the ambulance before turning back. A policeman pursued the dog to Chester and found the woman’s identity through told statements.
Fragmentary OCR shows garbled medical claim about headaches nerves and a product testifier. Names and places unreadable. No verifiable facts or dates. Unsure authenticity or source.
Report from Johannesburg describes a dozen bottles of liquor concealed under a church pulpit used to entertain native attendants. The scene unfolded as temperance sermons were delivered, with locals speculating the setup was a mix of humor and tragedy reflecting alleged hypocrisy.
In Salt Lake City residents know the lake’s high salinity, and a prank by union workers allegedly involved tricking visitors with fake creatures. The Wide World Magazine recounts a three hour hoax where victims were teased about a mysterious lake phenomenon and later told it was a joke.
Leslie's Week notes fashion spending across Chicago groups. It cites figures from $500 for modest suffragists and church workers to $75,000 for some women, $60,000 for social leaders, and smaller sums for stenographers and factory workers. It suggests many could wear clothes decently on loans and highlights wage limits affecting wardrobe.
A famed lecturer on the land question faced a persistent heckler shouting What has this government done for me During a brief disruption the speaker retorted I will tell you what the government has done for you They passed a mental deficiency bill and you will benefit The crowd found quiet after the quip The London Titbits notes the incident
Thom pa Carly notes a friend of Emerson praises Chelwos writing as pure genuine Saxon strong and simple. He cites beauty and clarity yet observes paragraphs sometimes fail to stick together like square canvas not buckshot joined.
Notice is given by Ella M. Turnbull Administratrix of the estate of Charles Turnbull deceased to all persons having claims against the said deceased to exhibit them with necessary vouchers within ten months after the first publication at Shoshone Lincoln Idaho. Dated Aug. 1014.
The Bote Eilers Music House in Koise, Kaho offers two pianos for sale under simple terms after the former owner cannot take them when leaving Shoshone. One instrument will be sold for a little more than half the initial price to clear the balance due. A second piano is available under similar conditions with oats included, both aimed at a quick, low price bargain.
Notice for publication by J Clarence Morse of Haddock Idaho under Carey Act with Entry No. final proof to establish claim on land in sections township and range. Witnesses John A. Mary A St Gomes Charles Mit and Arthur T Cathail of Haddock Tuna. Presented before O A Truman at Bhoshong Waho on 22 day of Aug Suet 121.
The Elmore County Protective Live Stock Association posts a standing reward of 500 dollars for the arrest and conviction or cause of arrest and conviction of anyone stealing members stock. Listed are age brands used by members: Noon left hip x over v on right side, quarter circle over W, pitchfork on right side, Cathode cross on left hip, EE on left hip, OL on right hip, FF on left hip, X om Jett why, Spear head on left hip, FIO on left side.
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