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Newspaper

The Blackfoot Optimist

Location

Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1916

Page

4

Idaho News Briefs On State Land Board Shakeup And Preparedness

The Boise state letterbox reports the state land board removal of Heber C Hale as register of the land department by unanimous vote amid political maneuvering. Governor Taylor faces questions over his vote while Day’s resignation is discussed. The piece notes Washington Water Power vs Thompson Falls Power Company, Idaho National Guard encampments, citizen training, and highway plans along the Boise River with prospects for Arrowrock dam access. This summary covers the political shakeup, defense readiness efforts, and infrastructure pushes shaping Idaho politics.

Boise Heber C. Hale State Land Department Hale Deseret News Salt Lake City Day Land Board Washington Water Power Company Spokane State Commission Thompson Falla Power Company Montana Coeur Utilities Commission Wuter Thompson Falls Power Company Nn inter-State Corporation Washington Corporation Idaho National Ideala Boise Barracks Idaho National Guard National Guard John T. Morrison Mortison Boixe Barracks Commercial Club State Wa Department Arrowrock Booth Boire Salonon Alturas Salon Jist Challis Salmon City

Blackfoot City to Accept Bids for 128 Foot Sidewalk Project

Blackfoot Idaho City Council to receive sealed bids by 8:00 PM on July 1916 for constructing 128 feet of five foot wide sidewalk in Local Improvement District No 17. Work on Stout Avenue near Danil son Addition. Portland cement to sand and gravel mix. estimated $ to $ per linear foot. Bids sealed with City Clerk. right to reject any bid. Payment dates listed. First publication June 15 1916, last July 6 1916.

Blackfoot Idaho Stout Avenue Danilson Hiss Pece Roy T. DeKay

Order to Show Cause Why Real Estate Should Be Sold

Probate Court of Bingham County Idaho orders all interested parties to appear on July 9 1914 to show cause why administrator John C Gough should sell Josiah Gough Sr estate real property to pay debts and expenses. Description covers Lot 2 SEQ NW Qtr SW4 NE Qtr of Sec7 Township5S Range32E Boise Meridian totaling 117.74 acres with water rights. Published in Optimist June 15 1916 and following weeks.

Bingham County Idaho Josiah Gough John C. Gough Blackfoot Maho Sail Blig A. Dod

Stomach Troubles and Constipation Remedy Endorsed by Druggist

Stomach troubles and constipation are praised as the most satisfactory remedy with thirty four years of sales. Sir Murphy, a druggist in Wellensburg New York, affirms the tablets’ effectiveness and notes availability everywhere.

Chambern Sir Murphy Welleburg X. Y

Candidate for Supreme Court Justice Nomination

A fragment from an election notice announces a candidate for the office of justice of the supreme court. The text references duties as district judge and other roles, stating an inability to engage in extended canvassing and to participate in nominating events. The legible portion emphasizes candidacy and official duty constraints.

Tdsho Wipreme Court

Bon Ton Change of Ownership At Popular Resort

E W Enlow formerly with the Pearson Grocery Co has bought J L Van Keurens interest in the Bon Ton and now attends to business at the resort soliciting public patronage and promising courteous treatment to friends and acquaintances.

E. W. Enlow Pearson Grocery Co J. L. van Keuren Bon Ton

Stake Meetings At Blackfoot Sunday September 18

On Sunday the 18th inst the following meetings will be held in Blackfoot High Council at 10 a.m. Stake presidency high council bishoprics and ward clerks at 1 10 p.m. in the upper room of the Blackfoot Second Ward. Sunday School Union at 1 30 p.m. in the First Ward. Trigh Priests at 1 20 p.m. Beyond Wari meeting house. Stake priesthood at 3 p.m. under L. M. Tr Ay in the First Ward ing House. Relief Society at 8 p.m. Second Ward Primary at 3 p.m. Becou Ward meeting house. Attendance hoped from every ward for full representation. James Duckwortis,c. Rict Nofeatd Davis. Brake President. ction of the in the

Blackfoot Blackfoot Second Ward First Ward Trigh Wari First L. M Dir Relief Society Becou James Duckwortis Tirber C. Rict Nofeatt Davis Brake Ction

State Supreme Court Rules County Donations Illegal

The New Perce county board of commissioners cannot legally appropriate funds to the Northwest Livestock association. A per curiam Supreme Court decision in J M Flaharty versus Nez Perce county holds section 2040 conflicts with the state constitution core provision forbidding public donations to private corporations. The ruling targets county practices aiding private fairs and associations and upholds constitutional protections on public funds and corporate donations.

New Perce County Lewiston Livestock Association J. M. Flaharty Board of County Commissioners Nez Perce County Northwest Livestock Association Agricultural Fair Association Supreme Court Board of County, Commissioners

Death of Earl Kitchener Shocks Readers

The death announcement for Earl Kitchener arrives with sudden force on a calm summer day. A century old tree, once steadfast through storms, collapses unexpectedly as the news spreads, symbolizing a jarring, poignant moment for the community.

Kitchener

Lost sorrel horse in Blackfoot with brand and diamond mark

Public notice seeks owner for a 700 pound sorrel horse found with roached mane and branded ter diamond bar on the shoulder. Owner must call and pay for advertisement. Ralph Dixey of Blackfoot Idaho listed as contact.

Sane Ralph Dixey Blackfoot Idaho

Also Mentioned on This Page

State Capital Newsletter Taylor Holt Supreme Bench Shoshone County Kootenai County District Court District Court of the Eighth District Tiaho Robert N. Dunn the Supreme Court Goodwin's Weekly William THE Brown-Hart CO N. B Sachs Southern Idaho Water Power Company Earl Kitchener Retlabies Claribel Miles Hunter Bridge Street Watson’s Garage M. B. Watson
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