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Newspaper
The Blackfoot Optimist
Location
Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1916
Page
9
Washington reports Democratic leaders unveil a revenue bill to fund military and naval needs. It proposes a 2 percent base income tax with escalating surcharges up to 10 percent on high incomes and a new estate tax ranging from 1 to 5 percent for large estates, with a $50,000 exemption for residents of the testator's home state.
Under primary law all who did not vote in the November general election two years ago must register before they are eligible to vote in the primaries. Registration books stay open but close 30 days before each election and reopen after. Those who did not vote must register by August fifth. those who voted in November are exempt. Transfers required when moving between precincts or counties. Books closed Sundays and legal holidays. Applications may be made before any justice of the peace or notary public in the county.
A dated exhortation argues intelligent motherhood preserves the country’s best resources. It warns heavy eating shortens life and notes that recording sickness is crucial, comparing it to the importance of official registration.
The U S Public Health Service works with state and local authorities to improve rural sanitation. A severe cold ends in tuberculosis and sedentary habits may shorten life. Neglected adenoids and defective teeth in childhood threaten adult health. A low infant mortality rate signals strong community health practices.
Washington reports the omnibus public building bill would fund 65000 for Blackfoot and raise Couer d Alene to 175000 to house the federal court forest service land office and post office. Representative Smith urged doubling Boise nonenlargement and buying Collister Flats to gain space but committee Democrats refused, saying Boise can suffice with current quarters.
Nomination papers for Congressman R. M. McCracken were filed in the secretary of state's office on Saturday, sworn by Dr. George Collister. McCracken seeks another term as a candidate, with his acceptance filed alongside the nomination papers. Early signs point to a heated campaign.
The article notes Burton L. French and Robert O. Jones as potential candidates. Congressman Addison T. Smith is expected to run for re election. French hails from Moscow and Jones from Wardner Kollogg, both in the northern part of the state.
Alexander Younie, president of the First National Bank of Blackfoot, reports dry land crops mostly fail inland while near St Anthony promising, noting Turkey Red wheat converted to dense wild mustard. He recalls Quebec farm battle with wild mustard persisted sixty five years.
Sunshine and fresh air are promoted as the best tonics for children while reducing need for doctors. The piece extols nature as a wise preventive measure and warns against folly in neglecting simple, healthy routines.
A 1913 car promotion extols the Mitchell factory for efficiency that lowers costs and includes 37 engineers and 440 drop forgings. It asserts the Mitchell car offers 73 new ideas and 26 extras without extra price, funded by factory savings.
A compact retrospective traces the 1846 Mexican War lead up from early Texas settlement to annexation, noting Polk’s 1846 war message, Taylor’s April clash, and the 1847 American victory. It covers Texas independence, U.S. annexation, the Rio Grande dispute, key battles, and the 1848 peace terms transferring New Mexico and California to the United States.
Governor Alexander continues to draw his daily allowance of 5 dollars while sources complain about defense department support and a Supreme Court action dismissing the regimental majors' case in the National Guard appointment controversy. He plans to keep the 14.25 dollar daily pay until January 1, 1917. Millionaires and groups mingle at the front as war levels social castes.
Miss Ema Ver bryke of Lima Ohio recalls two years of biliousness and stomach trouble that left her unable to eat and dizzy. After trying Chamberlain’s Tablets she rapidly improved and could eat again. Obtainable everywhere.
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