Small-Town Letters Recap From Valley Newsroom
A rambling collection of names and events from local residents. Mentions Mister H. D. Hanna as bed chair man organizer for the Shutawker fundraiser, Francis Moore's activities, Apple Valley cider plans, and casual notes on Jensma ice cream. Includes Doris Wiley’s graduation singing, Jack Hammond’s Emmett visit, R. B. Scatterday in Spokane, Fred Cook’s trip, Ida Casey’s graduation in Nampa, Roy Hartenbower’s return from Oregon, Dora Stevens teaching plans, Violet Paxton eyeing teaching study, and a Chicago aunt’s schooling intent.
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Evrybuddy
H. D. Hanna
Nobuddy
Francis Moore
Jim Dash
Apple Valley
T. M. Nichol
Mister Brook
Nell Wilson
Wieh
Doris Wiley
Glenn
Fairy
Jess
Wich
Jack Hammond
Emmett Agen
R. B. Scatterday
Spokane
Fred Cook
Emmett
Mrs Cook
Frend
Relashun
Sum
Roy Hartenbower
Oregon
Dora Stevens
Reddy
Wendell
Chicago
Violet Paxton
Central Cove
County School System Advantages and Adoption Levels
The county school system has been adopted to some extent in twenty States, with the South showing the strongest preference. Benefits include equalizing educational opportunities, uniform terms and facilities, tax rate consolidation, reduced political influence in leadership selection, better county officials and teachers, wholesale purchasing savings, and lower administrative costs, making universal high school access practical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Bureau of Education
Real American lecture by Strongheart to headline Chautauqua
Yakima hereditary chief Strongheart, educated and gifted in oratory, will address Chautauqua audiences, wearing regalia and detailing Indian ceremonies and ideals. General Joffre once praised him, and managers promote his dramatic presentation. The event promises a vivid performance blending culture and story.
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Joffre
New York
All America
Strongheart
Trioute
Belasco
Tim
Idaho Poultry Growth Boosts Farm Prosperity in South Idaho
The Hen Hus.org project promotes poultry industry growth in southern Idaho. Idaho-Oregon Egg Producers ship two carloads weekly as eggs reach markets nationwide. L. J. Tabor tells farmers at Nampa that farmers hold the power to shape prosperity, noting hens provide steady income beyond hay season.
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Hus.org
Idaho
United States
L. J. Tabor
National Grange
Nampa
Better Government in Caldwell by Harry F Atwood
Caldwell residents flock to Atwood lectures on the U S Constitution as a refreshing, clear guide to good government. The speaker stresses strict constitutional adherence, shuns politics and propaganda, and promises better citizenship through accessible lectures.
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Caldwell
Harry F. Atwood
United States
Mr. Atwood
Fire danger on Idaho forests prompts strict summer rules
The forest service plans drastic measures to protect Idaho timber due to increasing fire risk from dry conditions. If June rains fail to arrive, summer access to national forests may be limited to public highways with smoking bans, campfire prohibitions, and closure of roads leading into dense brush. Everyone entering the mountains must act exceptionally careful to prevent massive timber loss.
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Idaho
Forestry Service
Eyes on Washington as Congress tests farm relief bill
Congress faces pressure to enact the reclamation relief bill before adjournment. Representative Smith of Idaho pushes for special consideration to move the measure in the house, hoping for passage despite uncertainty about a long session. The West clings to hope for action before summer and elections.
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Congress
Grindstone
Congressman Smith
Italio
Sponer
House
Idaho
Idaho Farmers Ready for Haying Amid Drought Hopes
The Statesman notes Idaho farmers prepare for haying as rainfall remains scarce. Colliers rates Idaho as very dry, underscoring ongoing drought impacts. The piece suggests rain remains a critical hope for crop and pasture conditions.
English Train Sets Record Speed on Runway
Fragmentary OCR report notes an English tram named City of Truro achieving a peak speed described as amazing, suggesting a record for a rail vehicle. The text is garbled but implies the train was moving extremely fast, with conflicting impressions of speed versus a much slower perception.
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Truro
Mune Hun Ie
G O P platformed to center on the president in Cleveland
Editorials note the GOP will shape its Cleveland platform around the president rather than Congress. They warn radicals and Democrats in Congress threaten veto overrides and suggest presidential timber is lacking, while mothers’ roles and public veto power are debated as symbolic politics unfold.
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Cleveland
Congress
Marion Star
Indianapolis Star
Los Angeles Times
Get at the Cause Kidney Remedy Endorsed by Local Resident
Caldwell resident W. P. Crossley reports relief after using Dean's Pills for kidney weakness. He describes long days on his feet causing backache and fatigue, saying one box restored comfort and reduced kidney and back problems. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY markets Dean's Pills.
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Durden Dean
Pitts
Caldwell
W. P. Crossley
Main St
Dean
Dentera Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Do and Say Brother Duo Uplifts City Tale
Two brothers named Do and Say lived in a crowded town. When streets were dirty and taxes high Say cried for change while Do fixed things. Say claimed Do would tweak what he could not, and the pair spent days fixing and arguing.
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Say
Beother No
Brother Save Laan
Wave
Trem
Sampson Trail Contest Seeks Public Views Cash Prizes Offered
Submit prose or poetry on the Sampson Trail by June 15 for cash prizes. First prize $25 for best article, $10 for second prose, $20 for best poetry, $5 for third prose, $5 for third poetry. Entries must express public service perspective on the trail.
Rules of Contest Sampson Trail The Trail's public service vision guides entries
Contest rules emphasize public service over artistry. Poetry limited to 30 lines and under 350 words. Sampson Music Co. employees or relatives not eligible for prizes. Each entrant may win only one prize. Manuscripts must be mailed by Tune 5th. Club presidents listed: E T Barton, E B Sherman, and Clara Brown.
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Sampson
Sampson Music Co
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