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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1911
Page
4
A clipped dialogue reveals Mayme and Lord Getthecoyne debating love and money. Mayme praises the Oret girl for her independence while Getthecoyne notes the suitor’s willingness to negotiate for something cheaper.
In a curious exchange from Yonkers Bateman, two boarders debate a landlady's nickname. The fat boarder jokes about a fretting “Sore” name while the thin boarder clarifies it as Phyllis, highlighting a humorous disagreement over an inappropriate moniker.
A battered exchange reveals a former war correspondent saying he grew useless after years of inaction in Manchuria. A warning friend notes the man’s trouble stems from unregulated credulity as he recalls prior marriage vows and later cynicism.
A fragment shows a dialogue between a Doctor and a Major over trust, bills, and choosing between a cook or a housemaid. References to an old man and a Bounder hint at social tensions and a potential marriage discussion.
A humorous request prints stanzas and chorus from a popular song by Leonard Alanson Pimm. The piece notes Pimm as a famed lyricist and mentions his other works while excerpting verses and a chorus about holding a loved one's moist hand beneath a starry sky and in a hammock with a heavy sweetheart.
The text suggests potatoes should become legal tender for small purchases due to Colorado scarcity. It imagines ordinary potatoes worth a dime and envisions people downtown buying a quart of potatoes with a bushel of tubers, even paying at hotels with gratin potatoes, highlighting a satirical take on the marketing system.
A romantic maiden laments fall as the saddest season and recalls melancholy thoughts. Mr Bustedd and Afr. Dustedd echo the mood, recalling a winterish regret about pawned overcoats and pondering redemption.
A village gossip in the brigade of rumor retailers comments on Mr Jones and a sensational affair. The exchange between two seniors reveals speculation as the entorges Iptp is mentioned in playful insult.
A Utah physician touts Chamber's Cold Tablets claiming to cure coughs and colds in twelve hours and grippe in two days with a money back guarantee. The ad urges readers to consult a local agent or physician and notes nationwide and Canada distribution without side effects.
Notice is given that Margaret Jenson of Challis Idaho filed no vice of intention to make final proof to establish a desert land claim for NEI S19, T1N R14E Boise Meridian. Witnesses named Nels Jenson, Henry Whitcown, Albert Honey, Phillip Koonce. Official: P O Horne, Register. First publication October 10, 1911. Also testimonial for Chambers Kidney and Bladder Pills.
A speaker says they reached a splendid agreement with Hobbs granting exclusive use of their automobile while Hobbs pays half the repairs and gasoline costs. The arrangement emphasizes shared responsibilities and access to the vehicle.
County treasury notice lists warrants against Custer county Idaho from Road and Bridge Fund numbers 174 to 188 issued Jan 14 1911 and Current Expense Fund numbers 44 to 52 issued Apr 18 1911. Interest ceases in ten days. Dated Oct 9 1911. Deputy Edna W. Keyes. Alice B Chamberlain County Treasurer.
Fragmentary dialogue shows Mrs Stayholme urging restraint while Mr Stayholme contemplates separation. The brief exchange hints at domestic strain and potential written agreement. No further context or names beyond Stayholme are available in the readable text.
United States Land Office Hailey Idaho announces a public sale to the highest bidder at 10 am December 29 for Lot 6 Section 11 Township 14 N Range 19 E B M under the June 27 1906 act. Robert W Philps of Challis holds serial 08434. Adverse claimants must file objections by sale time. P F Horne Register. First pub November 4 1911.
Government land scrip for homestead entry offering patent without settlement or cultivation. Prices available on application. L. W. Hubbell Springfield Missouri. Swe
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