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Newspaper
The Blackfoot Optimist
Location
Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1916
Page
4
The article urges prompt arbitration of railroad labor disputes to prevent nationwide paralysis and defend U S economic standing. It notes rail stockholders are small investors across many classes and criticizes the Mexican border situation while condemning entrenched party politics and boss rule.
A fragment discusses party dominance in American government and argues the people should vote themselves. It contrasts two voter classes: those voting party blindly and independents who seek integrity and ability in candidates. The piece criticizes the blind partisan focus on securing votes.
A heated letter questions why residents oppose industrial development and argues hidden influence seeks to hinder commercial progress. It urges loyal citizen cooperation, warns against neutrality, and claims growth benefits tax revenue and property values.
Viola Madsen returned to Utah after seven months with her sons. Rosalind and Harold Capson came back from Salt Lake City after weeks with relatives. Stella Harper stayed with grandparents Mr and Mrs Cobley. Mrs George Bailey returned from East Lake City after visits. School began September 3 with Prof Th V Robinson as teacher. Locals attended the fair as threshing machines tried to harvest grain. Mrs Tibke was seriously ill last week but improving now.
Notice to horsemen from Fred Hesse lessee. From today the price of feed at Mon Rov s Fred Yard is 25e per head over Might.
Emma Lucy Gates, acclaimed vocalist praised across America and Europe, headlines a rare recital at Blackfoot High School Auditorium Thursday evening September 14. The program promises a refined selection. tickets priced to sell include 75 cents for adults and 50 cents for high school students.
The Brent Event Club held its regular meeting with many members present. New officers include Mrs. Dr W Powers president Mrs Cecil Clark study department leader Mrs Van Aiken economic department leader Mrs Bam Wilson music department leader. Hansbrough installed the officers praising the club and predicting a future home or Carnegie Library rooms. The library run by the club shows strong community interest.
Rich items report Mrs C A Burriston and family thriving. Minnes Leona and siblings attend Blackfoot Fair. An 11 pound boy born to Purxous and Alma Clough. Mixa Melvin Clough visiting Twin Falls. Ivaln Hirvest crop looks good. sugar beat efforts discussed. Chae Brown’s filly dies. farmers urged to grow beets for factory. Baker of Mackay visiting family. Phelps and Lightner visiting Beebe family. Primary election closes with large Republican majority.
Notice lists Ruthven J Hammer as voice teacher and invites interested parties to a King Choral Union Society meeting at the Mormon Church on Shilling Avenue Caldwell this evening September 14. Also notes Mr Fred Meese occupying Mr Mowrey’s residence on Facility Street and potential succession changes in the 4th ward.
Washington reports large scale restoration of coal and dry farming lands across Colorado Montana Wyoming Idaho and Washington since the Wilson era. Restorations total about 15.38 million acres of coal lands and 78 million acres of dry farming lands, with significant gains in Montana Colorado Wyoming Washington and Idaho. Water power reserves and desert water rights are emphasized to ensure public access and prevent private acquisition.
Charles Stevens a waiter in Llaho Cate is a county boarder accused by his employer Thomas & Anndersen of tampering with a register to unlawfully extract funds. Stevens pleads not guilty. he was acquitted today as evidence failed to prove the charge.
Incomplete returns from Idaho’s fourth district primary show D W Davis American Falls leading the Republican gubernatorial race with Crum Lewiston close behind. North and south districts favor different candidates, while Tayl or and Captain E G Davis run stronger than expected. McCracken leads Ada county for congress, Patch favored for lieutenant governor, Barker vs Johnson tight for secretary of state, Lewis leading for state auditor, Eagleson likely for treasurer, Sweeley leads for attorney general, and Redfield gains southern support for superintendent. Democratic candidates trail with Manson leading Dougherty for secretary of state and Parker ahead of Praser for lieutenant governor.
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