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Newspaper

The Blackfoot Optimist

Location

Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1916

Page

4

Chautauqua Presents Long List of Celebrities for Week

Blackfoot hosts a landmark chautauqua June 17 to June 28 featuring The Comus Players, Wood Briggs, The Riveras, Balmer Kaffir Boy Choir, Alexander Von Skibinsky with Mary West and Alice Wright Baker, and The International Operatic Company. Notables include The Sequioa Male Quartet, New York City Marine Band, and a six day music schedule with top artists. Notable speakers include Sylvester A. Long, Dr. Thomas E. Green, Dr. W. A. Hunnberger, and Robert Parker Miles.

Wood Briggs Kentucky Bouth Balmer Kaffir Boy Choir Wea Alexander von Skibinsky Mary West Alice Wright Baker International Sequoia New York City Marine Band Sylvester A. Long International Lyceum Association Lou J. Beachamp Thomas E. Green W. A. Hunnberger Douglas Mawson Mawson Robert Parker Miles Hequoin International Operatic Company Chautauqua Kafr Bulmer Real Kaffir Boys Donald Bouchier The River Sisters Skibinsky- Welch Concert Company

Builders Beware About City Building Permits

A historical notice warns that the Olive city ordinance requires a council permit before building. It threatens a 100 fine for noncompliance and states the mayor and council will enforce the rule strictly in the future. Russell Sewell, Chief of Olive, Ade.

Russell Sewell Olive

Notice of bids for Blackfoot sewer extensions 6 June

Sealed bids will be received up to June 6 at 1 for city rea widen for sewer extensions in the City of Blackfoot. The committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Frank Hesse. Municipal Sewer Committee.

Blackfoot Frank Hesse Mhaiian Sewer Comite Chapin Opes Oper Mt Vets Rnovevell Sigpartens Prive Ardor Bullopitis Wien

Diverse Local Visitors and Life Events Spark Community News

The report highlights social visits from Anna Brenton and Weston from Blackfoot, Sam Matthews from Washington visiting the Justa family, and Jean Eastgate from Rock Springs. Memorial Day observances occurred at Thomas cemetery, with ongoing farming developments and local debris noted, plus a government road convention to be held in Ogden.

James Anna Brenton Mr. Weston Blackfoot Cecil Martinelli Dad Roundy and Bates Provo Sam Matthews Washington Frank Justa Jean Eastgate Rock Springs Kerr Frank Justs Hiawatha Ranch Leona Hall Goshen Little Wilbur Frank Just Frances Canseigh Grantaville Utah Spen Tugley Brothers Masdames Hill Flora Heist Jas McWherson Shoshone Alma Clough Misa McPherson Eagle Bend Ralph Clough Misa Clara Rich Burley Thomas Cemetery Jor Low Woody Grandma Woodly

Republicans Are In Session Amid Debt and Distrust

A late November despatch notes Republican national convention activity and related demonstrations in Iowa and Des Moines. The piece references push for party unity, intermingled church mentions, and a missionary tale from India, concluding with a sales pitch for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a dependable bowel remedy.

Des Moines India Chamberlain

Jahan Campbell Visits Golf Point Mines Visit

Jahan Campbell visited Golf Point mines last Sulay and stated the property would start operations. The brief report notes the trip and expected initiation timeline.

Jahan Campbell Golf Point Sulay

Stake meetings announced in Blackfoot ward houses

Notices describe multiple stake and ward meetings in Blackfoot facilities including the Second Ward meeting house, First Ward Meeting House, and related activities. The text lists dates, times, and priesthood group meetings, with officials named in a formal religious agenda.

Notice to the Public on Local Affairs and Aid

A public notice announces involvement of local residents and a named dean in seeking support. It references Bay Por and various acquaintances while urging respectful assistance and better treatment for involved parties. Notable names are unclear due to garbled OCR formatting.

Dean Eiuteans

Dr E J Wolcott Offers Hay Fever Cures

Dr E J Wolcott advertises hay fever treatment with claim of curing over 90 percent. He states many cases in Pocatello over ten years and invites patients to write or call to arrange a consultation.

Pocatello

Rose Orchestra to Play Friday Dance Night

A local event invites guests to a Friday dance with music by the Rose Orchestra. Doors open early for seating and refreshments. The crowd is urged to arrive prepared for a lively evening and good companionship.

Rose Orchestra

Wool horse injury reported at Blackfoot

A damaged fragment states a sorrel horse weighing about TAO or LOW pounds was injured with a digimon bur on the right shoulder. The owner, Ralph Dink, of Blackfoot, Tilaho, was notified to care for the animal and pay for the incident.

Amaue Ralpil Blackfoot Tilaho

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