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Newspaper

The Caldwell Tribune

Location

Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1908

Page

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Scatterday Marries Miss Scouller of Pontiac

The wedding of Ralph B. Scatterday and Helen Mar Scouller occurred at 2:30 PM last Wednesday at the bride’s sister’s home in Pontiac. Scatterday, a prominent attorney, and Scouller, a former high school instructor, will vacation in the West before settling in Caldwell Idaho.

R. B. Scatterday Helen Mar Scouller Pontiac Scatterday Smith & Scatterday Tribune Carrie Jacobs Bond J. M. Lyon Lohengrin Grace B. Scatterday J. H. Ryan Emma Westermann Lincoln Nebraska Beverly Oden Skinner Athens Ohio J. D. Scouller West Grove Street George Detharding Bellville Pontiac Township High School Michigan State University Livingston County Bar Association Caldwell Idaho Mra. Scatterday Chicago Denver Salt Lake City Pontisc

City Treasurer Considers Bank Transfer of Funds

The Tribune reports the city treasurer asked the city attorney for an opinion on handing over city funds to the highest bidder for the daily balance, American State Bank. The attorney said the treasurer may choose whether to proceed with the transfer.

the Tribune American State Bank

Surprise Party for Greenfield Family at Deer Flat

A crowd of friends gathered at the Greenfields home on Deer Flat last Saturday evening for a surprise party. Nineteen young men and women attended, enjoying social games, music, and refreshments, leaving at a late hour. Attendees included Nora Chariton, Nellie Chariton, Lula Chariton, Edna Davis, Myrtle Crook, Bess Posey, Nora Ries, Blanche Greenfield, Rena Greenfield, Clyde Greenfield, Floyd Crooke, Clarence Martin, Meade Prevo, Glenn Miller, Arthur Vogt, Wess Char ity, Lawrence Davis, and others.

Clyde Blanche Rena Greenfield Deer Flat Nora Nellie Lula Chariton Edna Davis Myrtle Crook Bess Posey Nora Ries Floyd Crooke Clarence Martin Meade Prevo Glenn Miller Arthur Vogt Wess Charity Lawrence Davis Clyde Greenfield

Millinery Opening Promises Latest Hats For Fall

A fine line of up-to-date street and tailored hats and trimmed hats in the latest Chicago styles will be on display at the Fall and Winter Opening on September 10, 11, and 12. MISS BE. M. TOOKER, successor to MISS RIDDLE, Little Block. Aug 29-Sep 5.

Chicago BE. M. Tooker Riddle Little Block

Scenic theater hosts Caldwell Commercial Club benefit

Judge Price donates Scenic theater next Tuesday for a Caldwell Commercial Club benefit. J. G. Turner will lead a large varied musical program, with the Caldwell Glee Club participating to enhance the evening.

Judge Price Scenic Caldwell Commercial Club J. G. Turner Caldwell Glee Club

State Board of Equalization reports Canyon County assessable totals

The State Board of Equalization completed its work with Canyon County showing a total assessment of 5,945,189.85 and taxes for state purposes of 20,014.41. The board raised county valuation by 20 percent and increased patented land values from 8.15 to 10.18 per acre. Town lot values added 104,190.40 and merchants' valuations rose by 31,768.50. County, school, and city taxes will follow separately.

State Board of Equalization Canyon County

Twenty Dollars Postpones Boise Jail Breakout

R J Cook, the smooth escapee from Boise city jail, was recaptured near Eagle and jailed in Caldwell. He had stolen a rifle from Pete Watkins near Middleton, pleaded guilty before Judge Hagelin and was fined twenty dollars. His wife paid the fine, but he was later jailed again by Ada County for breaking jail and sentenced to sixty days. Gene Johnson escorted him back to Boise where further arrest followed. Authorities suspect wider crooked activity.

R. J. Cook Boise Eagle Caldwell Pete Watkins Middleton Hagelin Ada County Gene Johnson Leonard Cook

Arrest in Notus Case Charges Rape and Bail Granted

Ernest Talbot was arrested near Notus on a rape charge and appeared before Judge Hagelin pleading not guilty. Bail of 1000 was posted. Hearing set for next Wednesday. Complainant is Miss Tony Leitrits of Notus, who says the assault occurred in a Notus ice cream parlor building. Howard King of Nampa filed letters of administration on the estate of Mary Grumbling.

Ernest Talbot Notus Hagelin Tony Leitrits Howard King Nampa Mary Grumbling

Hastings urges railroad link through Idaho Oregon plains

General Hastings of Crete Nebraska, former Nebraska attorney general, traveled from Caldwell along the San Francisco Idaho and Montana line to Jordan Valley Oregon. He predicts vast gains from irrigation and railroad expansion, noting fertile soils, rising crops, and expanding mining, sheep and cattle industries in Idaho and Southeastern Oregon, and anticipates strong agricultural and stock growth with the railroad.

George H. Hastings Crete Nebraska Caldwell Golden Gate Hastings Thair Col. Place Tribune Idaho Oregon E. R. Place San Francisco Ida San Francisco, Idaho & Montana Railway Jordan Valley Southeastern

Dope Fiend Found Dead After Park Incident

Policeman Hodson found a weak man in the railroad park after No. 6 passed on Wednesday. He was taken to the hospital but died Thursday at 6 pm. The man, who identified himself as Nelson from Nampa, was in a confirmed dope habit with little information obtainable.

Hodson Nelson Nampa

Just the Thing for Canyon County Farmers and Fruit Growers

A new Canyon County farm producers and fruit growers association held its first Caldwell meeting to organize a market for all farm produce. H W Dorman was elected chair, with Mahan outlining benefits from similar Colorado groups. A follow up session is set for September 6 at 2 pm in the Commercial Club to draft by laws and form incorporation. The effort aims to lift prices and profits for farmers and may offer stockholders a 25 percent return. A cordial invitation was extended to all Canyon County producers to attend.

Canyon County Commercial Club Caldwell H. W. Dorman Mahan Grand Junction Colo Colorado

Interurban bill dispute to be settled at next city council meeting

The city council will rule on whether the Interurban must pay for city water. Mayor Smith may have instructed delays, but the Tribune says the bill should be paid by the Interurban. A decision will come at the upcoming council session. Also reported, William Brunskill of Esmen township threshed 1340 bushels from forty acres, about 34 bushels per acre, a large yield for the area but a modest harvest by local standards.

Indiana Boise Interurabn City Water Works Smith Tribune William Brunskill Esmen

Nampa Seeks Sheriff Nominee Amid Local Rumors

The article urges in countywide interest for a sheriff candidate and notes rumors that Fred Davis, current police chief, may be the Democrat nominee. It credits Davis with curbing tramp activity in Junction City and argues for a capable man to enter the race.

Nampa Fred Davis Davis

Boil Water in Sandpoint After Typhoid Cases

Several typhoid cases have emerged in Sandpoint as authorities warn residents who draw water from wells to boil it before drinking. City supply is considered safe, but externally sourced wells show contamination from surface seepage. Dr. Charles K. Moody notes historical tests found typhoid bacteria in well water. officials urge precaution though not alarm.

Spokane Charles K. Moody Northern Idaho News

State Land Sale Promised With Deer Flat Irrigation Support

The Tribune notes a state land sale in this issue calling readers attention to a major sale in the county. Much of the land lies under the Deer Flat Irrigation project and the sale coincides with the Canyon County Fair. The item lists the sale as one of the largest in the county with high quality parcels.

the Tribune Deer Flat

Hubbard Interview Highlights Idaho Irrigation Efforts at Fair

D R Hubbard Boise City publicity director of the Idaho Water Users Association says Idaho yields and reclamation work dwarf miracle wheat claims. He notes 27 irrigation projects across 18 western states, reclamation act funds, and irrigated land profits, with photos and lectures showing forest and dam work at the state fair.

Idaho Abraham Adams Julietta D. R. Hubbard Boise City Des Moines Adams Saturday Evening Post Alaska Hubbard Iowa Reclamation Service West Idaho Water Users’ Association Washington Fair Grounds Panama Canal

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R.B. Scatterday Miss Scouller State Board John Cox Viola Cross Emmiet Archie F. Waliker Milford Carrie Pearl Wilton Exuntet Des Moines Register Moving Picture Water Users’ Association Idaho Lands Forest Service Middle West Messrs. Fisk & Leigh Parma Haley & Turner
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