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Newspaper

The Blackfoot Optimist

Location

Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1913

Page

3

The Presidential Bee Hinted for Senator Borah

Washington notes discuss Senator William Borah Idaho as a possible 1916 Republican nomine e and potential candidate while flagging tariff and labor issues. The piece cites Borah as protective tariff minded yet wary of extreme duties and notes Republican divisions over a progressive nomination. It also covers Yellowstone traffic talks, fish stocking plans, Gettysburg encampment remarks, and Secretary Bryan’s upcoming lecture tour plus acting secretary Moore.

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Fighting Dangerous Drugs in The Hague Proposals

A discussion of international plans to curb opium and cocaine abuse highlights weaknesses in U S state controls. Authors argue fake prescriptions and drift to distant manufacturers enable supply, citing Jersey City as an example where children bought cocaine from peddlers. The piece warns of moral and physical ruin, noting how addiction degrades families, clergy, and merchants, while urging united state action and enforcement. It also reflects on reconciliation after Civil War, contrasting old enmities with present shared concerns and a sense of national unity.

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Rural church meeting weighs future of country churches

Rural educators and pastors plan a meeting in Kan to discuss the state of country churches amid reports of abandonment and shifting religious trends. The piece argues for consolidation to improve service, reduce costs, and attract capable leaders to foster lasting church work.

Kanese Jesus Ieee Caration Besos

Classified Adverts Guide Daily Life and Travel Pace

The piece extols classified ads as a practical link to local life, noting how ads for jobs real estate and goods save time and money. It traces transport evolution from the Oregon Trail era to modern rail and road travel, highlighting automobiled routes and luxury travel while referencing Missouri River and Salt Lake trips.

Perconal Ingui

Nebraska Market Report Signals Record Corn Belt Yields

Rain helps Nebraska and surrounding states reach record crop prospects with abundant fall seed, vigorous alfalfa cuts, and heavy hay. Feeder cattle and sheep demand rises at South Omaha amid expected ample pasture and limited range animals, signaling a strong fall market and high prices. Union Stock Yards Company of Iowa Limited, W. H. Schellberg to Manager, South Omaha, Neb., July 11, 1918.

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Advertised Letters Waiting at Blackfoot Post Office

Weekly list of uncalled letters for Blackfoot Idaho ending July 15 1913. Names include Arce Baldivia Brown Bay Stewart Schwatke Taylor Wright and others. Letters remaining two weeks from the date will be sent to Dead Letter Office. return requests will be sent back. Respondents should provide correct addresses to prevent delivery delays.

Blackfoot Tame Arce Jose A. Baldivia Onotee Brown Join Bay Wm- A Stewart Bud Schwatke Erich Taylor William A. B . Wright Wink P. O. Box HB. Curtis

Improve Your Complexion and Temper Minds Ad

An advertisement urging readers to take Chamberlain's Tablets to improve complexion and temper. It notes the product is for sale by all druggists and mentions a misformatted classified line about property and a request for clean, soft cotton rags at the Optimist office.

Adv Optimist

The Woman Who Understands The Guardian And Comrade

A poetic piece extols the devoted woman who guides and supports a man to win. It contrasts heavenly praise with practical rules for pedestrians and traffic safety, including lights, horn blasts, and a license scheme. The blend of verse and civic notice reflects a periodical's varied content.

Golden Spur

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