12 Jan 1912
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Newspaper
The Caldwell Tribune
Location
Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1912
Page
1
A Sagebrush Ranch letter from January 9, 1912, mingles homely gossip with political talk and family news. The writer discusses Pap and neighborly events, hints at a governor bid, and laments miscommunications while reflecting on irrigation, newspapers, and local social ties.
The district plans a drainage project to reclaim swamp land and improve water supply. About 313,200 will fund the irrigation system, with lands temporarily used for the project and valuation impacts on remaining acres. The work, approved by district authority, aims to redirect water to productive lands at under ten dollars per acre.
A long list from Anyon Hospital details patients operated on for appendicitis and injuries. Names include Alex Beck Dr Gue. L A Rogers Dr Cole. Floyd Mosler Dr Kaley De Stewart. Bora Hernmethi daughter of Fred Herrington. Granda Carter. Charles Hanson. Gen Vout. Mrs Fimneyson and baby. Rab Oslin. Dniien case noted with scars. Miss Jackson of Millosing. Miss Florence Connyth and Ramxas family. Dr Miller returns with son Everett very ill. ambulance arrangements were arranged and hospital care prepared.
The Caldwell County fair group voted in new leadership amid concerns over finances and future plans. The report highlights debt, needed capital, and hopes for stronger county support, with emphasis on educational exhibits and farm crop growth.
Gray & Silver City Mining Milling Co held its annual meeting at Woodenhall in the city on Monday January 8 with officers elected for the new year President Hess vice president Von Martony secretary Coes treasurer Lineliner and directors Hartley Breen Skelton plus geology head Geart and SoM.
In Washington DC J M Thompson faced delays tied to the Gow Irrigation district project. The reconstruction work on the district’s road is stalled by disputes over nonverifiable rails and certain oversight outputs, while local officials pursue a safer, better funding path.
The annual meeting of the stock holders of the First National Bank was held Tuesday evening with two changes in the bank's street party. J. Ly oms succeeds G. D. Snell and Walter Griffiths succeeds Dn Aff Isha. The board elected J. Ke Copseill, Walter Griffiths, HD Custis of Hailey, WP tyons, EM Menton. President J. Cusgelis castder, Wo P. hhyow cesistat cashiers, Hy Mo Henlow and JA Tucker. The First National's charter was renewed and cashier Lyon reports progress and stockholder satisfaction. The American National Bank also held its meeting, noting substantial growth and strong footing in Idaho.
A damaged report details a ferrying solution across Lake Fiver at Vomedale using a manually operated basket suspended from pulleys. No motive power is needed. passengers ride to the river center where a rope hook secures them for the return. The method allegedly halves crossing time.
A garbled report notes Representative Brenen French presenting what appears to be homestead legislation tied to a three year plan and a $15,400,000 allocation for government services. The fragmented OCR yields unclear names and places, but references to housing relief and associated reforms are implied.
In Cabheeth Fordlay precincts officials report strong support for the project. Voter interest centers on the election as key figures J Christiansen J U Newport and W S Hawkes express satisfaction with recent land checks and deeded shares. Nearly 73 percent of Joe 40 district lands deeded or proven, boosting confidence in the undertaking and district officers.
Supplice teams travel from Caldwell to construction camps near the Nampa ferry as Gem Irrigation District contracts several firms for laterals and a pumping line on the Snake River. The work is to begin by July 1 with Stay Brothers and others handling core portions.
An official proposal outlines government funding for a public building with total appropriations around 700 million dollars. Funds would cover construction in Caldwell Nanway Grangeville Weiser Saritneine and malls, plus 200 thousand for related needs. A special legislative session is scheduled, with attendees required to be present Monday.
A clipped Idaho column discusses Wiley’s wheat and water diet and the deaths of two children in Buhl while a mother attended revival. It surveys political ambitions in Canyon County, including J H Peterson's surprise bid for attorney general, contrasting with Van Duyn and local figure Budge. It traces Peterson’s education and career, noting Governor Hawley’s stance and recent political criticism.
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