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Newspaper
The Caldwell Tribune
Location
Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
6
The article portrays Caldwell and nearby towns as thriving, with expanding business, strong schools, progressive services, and rising land values. It highlights optimistic notes on farming, irrigation potential, civic plans, and a sense of regional growth driven by homesteaders, new infrastructure, and community institutions.
The Deer Flat column lists church activities and social events with names of local residents and visiting guests. Rev G LeSarhor’s illness is noted, farmers report good crop prospects, and several members attend district meetings, dedications, or birthdays. Wedding rumors and upcoming community events are mentioned along with student graduations and church services at Wilder, Payette, and Caldwell.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces a clerk carrier examination for men aged 18 to 45 to be held July 3 in Caldwell Idaho. Applicants should contact the local secretary or the Seattle district secretary for an application blank and details. The posting originally set for June 12 was postponed to July 3 due to insufficient applicants.
Probate court in Canyon County Idaho informs creditors and others with claims against the estate of John A Price deceased to present proof with vouchers within ten months after first publication. Admin Raymond Price requests all claims be filed at the administrator's office in Caldwell Idaho designated for estate business.
Reported excursion schedule from Idaho and Oregon stations by Oregon Short Line for Idaho State Chautauqua events. Dates June 18 through 22. Rates and further details available in station notices.
General Edwin A. Taylor of the United Sons of Confederate Veterans told Memphis listeners a tale from a Memorial Day banquet. A Southerner and a Northerner debated campaigns in a New York hotel lobby, concluding with the Northerner boasting about ticking the South yet conceding that the pension list showed Southern resilience.
A humorous anecdote circulates about a man pressing his neighbor to sign a petition. He claims the petition aims to restore the country to the Indians, implying Roosevelt’s nomination at Chicago and Bryan’s at Baltimore. The device mocks national political maneuvering and party loyalty.
In a fragmentary scene a young man refuses a match due to a rich bachelor uncle's threat to cut him off. Annabel Grasn asserts her resolve, insisting on independence and testing the suitor's commitment. He presses for address and hints at a forced marriage to Cleveland Main Dealer if denied.
A San Francisco Argus note recalls an actor praising Pie as a vetor of merit and listing roles like Macbeth Richelieu Hamlet Shylock and billiards, asserting his billiards playing is the best.
A colored preacher uses a sparrow illustration to convey eternity's vastness. He imagines the Atlantic water moved to the Pacific by daily sparrow drops, arguing the task would only mark early morning in eternity.
Rawson Works Lumber company in Kamiah Idaho reports completion of three mills producing lumber and plans to run continuously through next winter. When roads improve teams will haul lumber to the planing mill with a large daily capacity and rebuilds include a flume near the mountain and a steel bridge across the Clearwater River. The Katniah Bridge company will fund lumber transport and local improvements. Output expected to reach at least fifteen million feet next year.
The Lewiston Clarkston valley promotes the Rose Fair as a premier rose show. At the twelfth annual event in Lewiston, June 5, exhibitors in the Lewiston Commercial Club room showcased top rose varieties including Caroline Testout Kaiserin Augusta Victoria Marechal and Gen. Jacqueminot among others, claiming northwest novelty and competition with Portland's Rose City.
A. L. Lovett explains recognizing and eradicating currant lice. Details describe irregular leaf galls, reddish discolored areas, and underside egg sacks. Recommend thorough spray coverage using Black Sea 40 or kerosene emulsion with soap, applied to reach leaf undersides.
The Salvation Army unit in Canyon county prepares for a farewell furlough for Captain Brugman and his wife due to disability. Needing money for rent, furniture, and essentials, supporters in Caldwell pledge to help with a start during their civilian life transition. Schochera is expected to replace them per custom.
A testimonial from Mrs Lala Love, wife of Wiley Love, of Covens California, states Foley Kidney Pills brought near instant relief when kidneys were sluggish. She confidently recommends them to others with similar troubles and notes Botkin & Harmon Drug Co sells the product.
A garbled report notes a man attended a baseball game against Oklahoma. He paid, sat in the bleachers with a resigned look as the visitors were retired in order. An old man comments that the event was fair though he questions some calls.
A fragmented notice states that the signer will not be responsible for debts contracted by individuals in Tahoe State or elsewhere. It names several people and mentions a large monetary sum and property loss. The text is garbled but preserves the core claim of liability limitation and affected parties.
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