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Newspaper
The Blackfoot Optimist
Location
Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1916
Page
6
The piece notes the growing support for woman suffrage, contrasting past ridicule with current defense by major parties. It says politicians avoid taking firm records on the issue, yet the movement gains momentum and broad backing, urging supporters to stay hopeful as progress moves forward.
Excerpts from Whittier contemplate divine mercy amid unknown futures and peril at sea. The text invokes calm trust in God’s care whether on ocean or shore. A contrasting line questions whether women should curb wartime fighting at home, suggesting gender roles in conflict discourse.
A local commentary argues prosperity depends on public optimism and industrious effort. It urges citizens to foster a positive outlook, work toward growth, and speak and act for prosperity to attract favorable conditions.
Mitchell unveils a mid year model for 1916 after New York Show testing. It features 73 design elements with 26 unique to Mitchell and boasts 164 372 miles average per Mitchell car, powered by John W Bate efficiency plant claiming 10 060 savings and 98 percent of production in house. The 37 engineers select it as a personal car and highlight cant lever springs for smoother rides.
Washington reports no word from Carranza on American demands as Wilson ponders next steps. Congress adjourned for the Fourth of July and will not reconvene until Wednesday. Officials expect no aggressive move until Wilson informs Congress and Carranza replies, while a formal avowal of hostilities remains a key unknown. General Bell says Mexican aid will back a mission to recover troopers killed at Carnival and bring back bodies. National guard units at the border are being supplied with machine guns.
John Empey watermaster oversees river water distribution across canal systems and waste elimination. Four river riders are named Dave Taylor, Brave Alfred, Peter Show, and Mr Cramer to manage the Jackson Lake waters. Stored water will be released around the 15th to support downstream irrigation projects per the Idaho Falls Post.
The Supreme Court of the state reverses a district court ruling in a case challenging a referendum on Sunday cinema operations. The city seeks to allow theaters to open without further remand, with officials scheduling talks to decide on the matter. The article juxtaposes wartime sacrifice with civilian support for national service.
The article notes a European setback and shifts focus to a skirmish with Mexico's bus nets while mentioning a Brazilian navy power boat claiming 6,400 horsepower, juxtaposed with American power.
Auto owners are informed that on Monday June 25 the proprietor will wash cars and sell gas and grease at the Red Barn on Bridge Street. Bridge Street is described as the direct and best road for access, though traffic is noted as dangerous to vehicles. J D Murpity signs the notice.
Two years ago I suffered frequent stomach trouble and biliousness. I ate little that agreed with me and often felt faint from illness. After trying Chamberlain's Tablets, I improved rapidly. Obtainable everywhere Advy.
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