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The Blackfoot Optimist

Location

Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1916

Page

3

Robin Redbreast Charged With Riotous Winter Habits Record

Washington gossip claims Robin Redbreast, famed story book hero and model in the third kingdom, spends winters in the South drinking and is said to reform upon returning north. The piece cites Secretary Pearson of the Audubon Societies and notes alleged lore about a tree called the Chit or Pride of India shaping bird intoxication, with Civil War rumors and calls for further inquiry. The Audubon Societies publish a bulletin from New York seeking readers’ stamps and intelligence.

Washington Robin Redbreast Third Kingdom Rth South Rin Deni Gaililie Cook Robin Pearson National Association of Audubon Societies India Robina China Gulf Coast Audubon Sovieties New York

Advance Styles Seen in the Shops of New York Dresses

New York fashion pages note summer to autumn shift with many one piece frocks in velvet satin and silk. Navy serge remains dominant for dresses and hats, with pleated skirts and high collars. Rich colors like regal purple and ruby appear in hats, while satin and figured silks drive the dress of the moment with new waist silhouettes and striking silk waists enhanced by color and stripe combinations.

New York Calor

When Mother Is Gone by T. G. Bond

A reflective poem mourning a mother with folded hands and dimmed voice. The speaker recalls a warm family fireside, the mother’s gentle soothing touch, and the ache of her absence as time’s reaper ends her days. The piece concludes with the line about the will to do ensuring things are done.

Mother Land of Rest T. G. Bond

Varying Symptoms of Infantile Paralysis in the County

Report notes infantile paralysis remains serious but not alarming. Early signs include vomiting fever restlessness and pain. tremor and facial weakness may appear as illness progresses. Paraly sis usually begins in legs and may ascend. most cases involve one or both legs though any region may be affected. Outcome ranges from full recovery with treatment to permanent crippling, with few deaths and many survivors living with disability.

Dance and decorations at Progress 1 party for Verna and Lorraine

Monday evening Mr and Mrs Twenry hosted a dance in Progress 1 honoring daughters Verna and Lorraine sul Loraine. Hall decor featured flowers and a deli service. music provided by the popular Barrer's. Dancing continued past midnight as the young crowd departed for home.

Twenry

War Bonnet Round Up at Idaho Falls in 1916

Idaho Falls hosts the War Bonnet Round Up on September 4 5 6 7 8 1916 hailed as the biggest event of its kind in the world. Thousands of cowboys and cowgirls Indians high diving horses captivate crowds with a frontier carnival of thrills and spectacles amid praise for Idaho.

Idaho Falls Idaho

Taylor endorses Republican Platform amid party lines

Fragmentary remarks reveal Mr. Taylor expressing support for the Republican Platform two months before the convention. The text lists priorities on state loans, land policy, economy, taxation reform, pension and militia reorganization, a short ballot, and impeachment for misconduct, with additional local notices about visitors and travel.

Taylor Geer Warnell

Promoter Plans September Fight at Hilo Pally

Promoter O Pisher of Lee Mor riaiy proposes a Wollas Morrie tight at Hilo Pally on September 4. A special train will run to Hiaho Paths for the event, with youth involvement and a political note urging voters to oppose the state at Wikehaien.

Tra O Lee Morriaiy Wollas Morrie Iehe

Liver Trouble Warns of Unscrupulous Tonic Claim

Fragmentary ad claims a remedy called Cham ablets eases stomach pain and liver trouble. The writer recalls using half a bottle and feeling fine afterward, with no ongoing symptoms. The note cites broad availability but offers no credible clinical evidence.

Tan Webster Ui

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