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Newspaper
The Blackfoot Optimist
Location
Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1916
Page
5
Real estate and auction notes from Blackfoot detail options for farm and city properties in exchange deals, a large auction day rescheduled after Christmas, and listings for brick houses, oil and irrigation land, and trading stock. Local residents, developments, and holiday notices appear amid sales, births, and community updates.
Dr Bernhisel and Miss Jennie Cox quietly wed in Salt Lake City last Friday. The bride was a stenographer in the law office of Thomas and Anderson. The groom is a popular dentist with many friends who wish them happiness. They will be home soon to receive congratulations.
A bold promotional note promises quick printing service and dependable results at competitive rates. It emphasizes reliability and value for urgent printing needs.
Guardianship of Loveretta Hatch minor in Idaho court orders next of kin to show cause on January 1917 why guardian may sell all real estate of Loueretia Hatch for the estate's best interests. Publication required weekly for four weeks in the Optimist. Dated December 11 1916.
Notice announces Andrew Kelly Co has taken over Bills Garage on South Main Street offering prompt auto repairs. The firm promotes expertise and invites trials. Names Andrew Kelly Co and two other entities appear in fragmented text.
For all kinds of Marble and Granite Monuments see W B Jacobs representing Jellison Bros of Boise and Twin Falls Address 402 East Main Street Twin Falls Idaho December 28 1941.
In a satirical note the piece mocks Missy Rankin's election as a congressman and President Wilson's looming tenure. It jokes about political strife, defeated candidates resting, and mentions Christmas gifts and fines for price boosters. The tone is period-voice humor with sharp political jabs.
In a terse report sent across the continent, authorities note ongoing clashes among butchers over the handling of regradiosa and its effect on squeals. Officials urge restraint as industry factions clash in markets and city centers.
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