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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1907
Page
4
An Idaho newspaper critiques Capital News tax misstatements and calls for reduced assessments while praising the paper for its taxpaying ethos. The piece mocks critics, defends the News as a taxpayer ally, and questions tax fairness under the state board of equalization.
The piece contrasts past Wall Street panics with current public resilience, arguing finance cannot scare the populace. It envisions Idaho's irrigation future, detailing reservoirs along the Snake River valley to reclaim land and supply water. It also includes scattered anecdotes on etiquette and social norms from business life.
Canyon county residents insist on prosecuting Moyer Pettibone and Orchard to the end despite costs. They denounce critics as socialists and demand accountability from the state, claiming the pursuit of justice justifies expense even without guaranteed convictions.
Edwin Verburg, builder of the Heyburn bridge, releases an open letter detailing offers to finance and site the Snake River crossing near Burley Idaho. He disputes J. E. Miller’s actions, cites failed deals, and notes the community rente to a Cassia county outlet while praising local Heyburn residents for funding without state aid.
In a dramatic reflection, Mr Workhard reveals he has lost his situation and cannot pay cash, planning a trip to the poorhouse for dinner. Mrs Workhard hopes grocers will extend credit, but he laments no credit is available anywhere due to their strict cash payments.
The Journal extols Shoshone public schools as the state's best, praising two buildings and urging added faculty to keep students at home. It suggests sending a Journal issue as a souvenir to friends east, highlighting local educational strength.
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