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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1912
Page
4
A blitz of whimsy and noise as a speaker longs to ride in an automobilike contraption. The narrator revels in honks, rattles, and wild phrases to describe a carefree street chase through urban noise and playful chaos with imagined gear and bustling crowds.
In a playful exchange a cook asks if she is worth her weight in gold. A butcher boy retorts that she is worth her weight in porterhouse utcake, turning a light moment into a humorous kitchen quip.
An exchange between two entomologists highlights the difficulty of choosing research habits and the long days of study scientists invest in understanding obscure bugs. They discuss the world’s neglect of researchers and the challenge of inventing scientific concepts for women.
A school scene features a small boy with a large nose raising his hand. The teacher asks why distance lends enchantment and the boy, Ikey, answers that enchantment creates interest, delivering a playful pun about perspective and attention.
A humorous exchange features a monkey conceding that humans descended from its line, while a parrot retorts with a sharp, if garbled, line about talking overly much. The Darwinian joke centers on lineage and dialogue.
Notice to stockholders announces the annual meeting of The First National Bank of Challis Idaho to elect a board of directors and to transact other lawful business. The meeting is set for the second Tuesday in January between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM at the banking office in Challis. Dated December 1011. D. Gormutz, President. Application for Deputy. Natives hereby given by Earl J. Michael Clerk of the District Court of Custer County Idaho, to apply to the January meeting of the Board of County Commissioners for appointment as deputy.
Estate of James Van Camp deceased issues notice to creditors and all claimants to exhibit their claims with vouchers within ten months after first publication. Esther Van Camp executrix directs claims be filed at Challis in Custer County Idaho. Dated November 2, 1911. First publication December 5, 1911.
County treasurer announces warrants in Road and Bridge Fond Current Expense Fund and School Warrants District No 1 totaling 17 44 to 98 and 248 to 258 will be paid if presented within sixty days from Dec 16 1911. Interest stops in ten days. Deputy Edna W Keyes signs for Alice B Chamberlain.
A testimonial states that Chambers' Kidney and Bladder Pills permanently cured twelve years of kidney and bladder trouble after using three 50¢ boxes. Product sold exclusively and guaranteed by Challis Drug Co, with name available on request.
Public sale by the Interior Department United States Land Office Hailey Idaho on December 20 1911 at 10 a m bids accepted for Lot 6 Section 11 Township 14 N Range 19 E B M under the Phelps Challis Idaho application Serial No 09484 adverse claimants must file by sale time P F Horne Register First published November 14 1911.
Public sale directed by the General Land Office to William H Millicrs of Bullis Idaho. Serial 00505. Property SWNE Section 9 Township 14 North Range 19 East Boise Meridian. Sale at 10 a.m. December 2 at the office. Register FP BORNE announces first publication November 14 1911.
A Utah physician advertises Chamber's Cold Tablets as a guaranteed cure for coughs and colds. The ad claims a twelve hour cure for a cold and two days for grippe, with a money back promise if not effective. It emphasizes safety, non irritation, and asks readers to consult local agents or physicians for endorsement.
A collage of banter and wit from late 19th century newspapers. A couple argues over sermons and dinner invitations while a cabman quips about passersby. A humorous house-hunting exchange ends with a physician’s district health remark.
A doctor urges Speeder to support the hospital, hoping for his aid. Speeder retorts that his new chauffeur has already brought in at least two patients daily to the charity, questioning what more is desired. The exchange reflects a satirical tone on philanthropy and social expectations.
Hix misread the audience and stated that women leave large footprints in the ends of time. Dix questioned the remark as inappropriate and outdated, while Knowitz’s remarks drew sharp reactions from club members.
The text presents fragmented quotes about optimism and a turning point, invoking a son of Italy with a wheezy hand organ as a metaphor. It lacks a coherent event or source attribution to form a proper news summary.
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