Infantile paralysis fears hit Oregon and Washington coast
A July to September outbreak of infantile paralysis described as epidemic spreads through Oregon Washington and nearby Idaho with multiple deaths and cases of lasting paralysis. Guidance urges bed rest cleansing of bowels throat disinfection and avoidance of public gatherings while awaiting serum from Mayo Clinic and highlights public health measures and hospital care.
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Mayo
Department of Public Welfare
Boise
Idaho
State Health Dept Warns Idaho on Disease Epidemic Risk
A state health department issued guidance aiming to prevent the disease from becoming epidemic in Idaho. The notice stresses surveillance, vaccination where available, and public awareness to curb spread. It emphasizes coordination among local health districts and health care providers to monitor cases and strengthen response.
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Idaho
The
State Department of Politic Health
Dietrich Grange Holds Regular Session and Canning Club Demonstration
Dietrich Grange held its regular session Sept 16. Two new members were taken in and two applications recessed. After the regular business, the Lincoln county girls canning club demonstrated the work they will present at the Boise fair later this month. The next meeting will be Friday, October 7.
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Dietrich Grange
Girl's Canning Club
Lincoln County
Boise
The Editor Will Not Be Surprised
A satirical passage notes the editor always misses items after press time and will admit to omissions at judgment. It contrasts editors with others seeking alibis, concluding the editor will have no illusions to dispel.
Ku Klux Klan Viewed as Dishonorable After Civil War
The Ku Klux Klan, presented as patriotic by its supporters, is criticized as a lawless group with a notorious postwar origin. Critics argue the organization has not improved its morals over fifty years and compare its name to other controversial groups.
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Ku Klux Klan
Benedict Arnold Club
Texas
What It Would Do For Legion and War Benefit Plans
A Pacific Legion summary presents multiple options for using allied loan funds and veterans benefits. It outlines potential effects including bonuses, farm placement for doughboys, pensions for disabled veterans, construction of Legion memorial buildings, and funding large industries, with calculations showing vast employment and social outcomes. It notes prize-like prospects and a warning to housewives about future disarmament while predicting fashion shifts in women’s apparel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
American Legion
Pacific Legion
Idaho Appeal for Wheat Aid in National Famine Drive
A Idaho committee led by Governor Davin advocates a nationwide relief push for starving farmers and families. The plan asks for wheat contributions, one tenth of a percent of annual grain, toward port shipments, with regional chairmen James Duckworth and William Hyde guiding districts.
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Idaho
Davin
Newrtast
Harding
Hoover
James Duckworth
Snake River Valley
William Hyde
Tix
Tris
Dr Drake Eye Specialist at McFall Hotel
Dr 0 M Drake the eye specialist will be at the McFall hotel Monday Sept 2h. See him about eyes now. At school start is time to have children's eyes checked for proper class work. Many children are handicapped by eye strain and health ruined. Bring them to me now.
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0. M. Drake
McFall Hotel
Senator Gooding Fights Oregon Short Line Over Freight Rates
Pend Oreille notes Senator Gooding vows action against Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line after a freight rate rise in southern Idaho. He cites wartime profits and farmers’ costs, criticizing Oregon Short Line for opposing rate cuts. The piece frames Gooding as a farmer ally and foe of the nonpartisan league.
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Senator Gooding
Union Pacific
Oregon Short
Southern Idaho
Oregon Short Line
Idaho
Harriman
Oregon
Townley
Pend Oreille
Married Opal Webb and Robert Henry wed in Nampa
Mrs Opal Dickerson daughter of Mr and Mrs M L Webb married Mr Robert KR Henry last Friday in the Nampa Methodist Church. Rev Parker officiated. The bride wore a blue broadcloth suit. After the ceremony the couple visited Meridian briefly. Mrs Henry has lived in Shoshone and clerks for the Stockgrowers. Mr Henry works at Hansen Garage. They will remain in their jobs for now.
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Opal Dickerson
M. le Webb
Robert KR. Henry
Nampa
Parker
Meridian
Henry
Hansen Garage
Mrs. Henry
Bridge Party Held At Mrs Murer Home
Madames Delno McMahon John Murer and B G Lane entertained forty guests at the home of Mrs Murer last week. Mrs A Jackson won first prize Mrs T H Gooding Jr won second prize and Mrs J E Weston won the consolation prize. House decorated with Fall and Autumn flowers.
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Delno McMahon
John Murer
B. G. Lane
Bridge
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Washington
North
Portland
Exposition and Stock Association
Oregon Poultry and Pet Stock Association
J. E. Dorman
Federal
Department of Agriculture
America
West Coast
Dietrich
AL Hate, Jr
Floyd Gage
Riehfeld
Thomas 1
Glaspil
Gooding
S.F. Britzman
Morrison Place
W. J. Morrow
Shellman House
Rev. Bartlett
A. C. Kershner
Glen Kershner
Jerome
Russia
Dietrich Country
Ollie
John Bate
Eden
C. E. Borden
King
A. Bate
M. E
Bernard Towne
Minidoka
Hichardson
Newlands
Farmers’ Cooperative Creamery
Fallon
Old Churchill Creamery (Inc
Dietrich Grange News
Knickerbockers
Knickerbocker
Trunk
GY Flenner
DR. Drake
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