Debate over Pioneer Irrigation District petition accountability
The Caldwell Record dispute centers on the invalid petition for Pioneer Irrigation District and the County Commissioners actions. The writer accuses the Record of unfair attacks, questions the Board of Directors role, and calls for naming petitioners and amounts behind a supposed take-off.
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Adige
Caldwell Record
Pioneer Irrigation District
Griffiths
Messrs. Griffiths
The
Record
Aecord
District Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Messrs
Egleston
George
Bissett
Smith and Ball
Victory debated in Idaho politics and party divisions
A writer recalls a Democratic friend praising a state victory while criticizing recent Idaho party behavior. He argues the party is demoralized, cites pledges to Dubois, and predicts a multiparty future with Republicans likely to prevail. The discussion ends as a westbound train whistles. Tax farmers are urged to monitor the Pioneer Irrigation District reorganization.
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Pioneer Irrigation District
Ownership of irrigation by tillers of the soil cited
A statement advocates that control of irrigation systems by the actual tillers of the soil is the sole remedy for the water question, emphasizing direct, local stewardship over centralized management.
Prohibition foes fear rotten fruit brandy scheme
The Idaho Prohibitionists warn that Professor Alexander McPherson of the State University has devised a method to turn four bushels of rotten apples into a gallon of brandy and similar yields from peaches and prunes. They warn this could boost orchard profits and spur nationwide publication, challenging temperance efforts.
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Idaho
Alexander McPherson
McPherson
Water project eyed to supply irrigation and power near Gipson place
Citizens discuss a new project to convey water to a location northeast of town for farm irrigation, town lots, and electricity, with surveys planned to assess feasibility. Landowners may share costs, irrigation district possible aid, and town involvement urged for a reliable supply above town level.
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Gipson Place
Trung
Caldwell
West Point hazing deaths spur tax inquiry
An ongoing tax investigation grows from the death of Oscar Booz at West Point. Cadets allegedly pushed fourth class men to perform ridiculous, painful, and humiliating acts as part of military education, shaping the inquiry and public reaction.
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West Point
Oscar Booz
Congress and youth ethics under fire at West Point debates
The writer urges the nation to demand strict anti hazing laws with heavy penalties while criticizing efforts to smooth over the Booz affair by West Pointers and the court martial. The piece recalls a past cadet slugging incident and mocks Hawaii Territory congressmen’s mileage payments, predicting expanded official travel for distant territories as the Republic grows.
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Congress
Davis
Idaho
West Point
Weimar Wheeler Urges Filipino Election Return Letter
General Wheeler, described as a good Democrat and patriot, argues the key is to impress Filipinos that U S forces are in the Philippines to stay. He suggests sending them a sealed certified copy of the November election results to convey the message.
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Jo. Wheeler
Philippines
Electric Bitters Claim Restores Courageous Men
A testimonial from J. W. Gardner of Idaville Indiana asserts Electric Bitters cure stomach liver and kidney troubles and restore strength and appetite. He says it renewed his energy and zest for life and notes it is sold for 60 cents at H. D. Hilathrey's drug store with a guarantee.
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J. W. Gardner
Idaville
Ind
H. D. Hilathrey's
Tariff debate on Porto Rico persists in press
The San Juan Daily News argues that Porto Rico can maintain tariffs if the Legislature chooses to do so and that a constitutional precedent supports this taxation. It notes the 15 percent tariff has yielded substantial revenue in the past six months, potentially more than a 2 percent tariff. It questions where any abolition would shift tax burdens.
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Porto Rico
San Juan
Mews
United States
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