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Newspaper
The Blackfoot Optimist
Location
Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1915
Page
7
The text discusses soil and soil tie conditions, seed vigor, and seed purity. It notes Idaho seed's high grade and strong vitality attracting eastern buyers who secure the purest seed to ship east, leaving poorer seed for local growers. It advocates development of Idaho seed production to meet market demand and avoid weed contamination.
Berlin papers study William Jennings Bryan's retirement as secretary of state. Reports vary from cautious support for peace with Germany to doubts about motives and political calculations behind the move. Mystic Shriners plan Seattle Imperial Council pilgrimage with 150 trains and multi-state escorts starting July.
New York fashion notes report waistlines returning to natural placement as full skirts and corsets reshape silhouettes. Observers cite longer skirts, stays, and the influence of blue taffeta frocks with defined waists seen across resort wear and city styles, with Parisian and Long Beach influences noted.
The Liberty Bell will travel by a safeguarded special train from Philadelphia on July 7 to San Francisco for the Pan-Pacific Exposition, passing Chicago, Kansas City, Denver, Salt Lake City, Ogden, Portland, and Sacramento with public viewings en route. The itinerary for its return is undecided.
Mrs. William Elison of Blackfoot recalls endorsing Doan's Kidney Pills in 1907 for lifelong kidney pain and kidney weakness. She reports relief after using the pills and invites others to try the remedy priced at 50 cents at local dealers. Foster Milburn Co. bills the product.
The Empire Copper Company property at Mackay changes hands with L R Heclen and partners taking control. Prolific ore production continues from the Coasak tunnel and nearby workings as the new owners plan ongoing, aggressive development and continued leasing and improvement of the mine’s infrastructure for steady output and profits.
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