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Twin Falls Chronicle

Location

Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1920

Page

2

Contest Winners to Speak at High Assembly

Winners in the oratorical district contest held at Burley will deliver extemporaneous speeches during assembly at the high school this morning at 9 oclock. Cerella Murray from Twin Falls high school dramatic class Earl Wilcos humorous class Willer and Frank Laneh oratorient class were named as prep representatives for the district contest to be held next Friday, April fu.

Burley Cerella Murray Twin Falls High School Earl Wilcos Willer Rank Laneh Bahl Dudd Briday

Track Captain Chosen and District Meet May First Planned

Following a 7 period high school session a meeting was held to select a track captain. Reuben Hore received the most votes. Due to weather, cross country runs will be held to keep form for the district track meet, expected to be staged at Burley on Saturday May 1. Further entrant announcements will follow.

Speart Reuben Hore Burley

Denim Attire Marks School Spirit Event At High School

Smiling faces noted yesterday as many students wore denim and other casual clothes. The crowd largely embraced a relaxed look while older fashion drew attention for its traditional style.

H.C. 1 Sen

School Plans Same Uniform Style For Remainder Year

The report notes that seniors and juniors will continue wearing the present school uniform throughout the remainder of the academic year, with expectations the current style will persist across all grades.

Iors

Hall Game Postponed By Severe Winds

Asehall was called off yesterday afternoon due to wild winds and the game rescheduled for today. Officials expect V2 men to be taken to Boise Thursday noon as players are named and evaluated for brithmnate selection.

Asehall Pwin Falls Boise Thor Nen

SPEARS FERCE RESUTES IN S$1,50,000 DAVAGE

The report describes a fire aboard a vessel berthed at Brook-Ip causing heavy explosions of nitrates and window damage within a half mile. Owners estimate the loss at 21,400,000. Light barges and lighters caught fire and sank as embers spread over Bush terminal buildings saved with difficulty.

Associated Press Dalfreid Brook- Ip

Berlin to Disband Civic Guards Amid Allied Pressure

Berlin authorities announce disbandment of German civic guards in response to the March 12 allied note. The Berlin government states it is taking the step under pressure from those who opposed the guards and asserts there was no national duty in using them for rebellion.

Berlin Nollet Allied Commission of Control

Earthquake Report Near Washington Noted by Observatory

A moderate earthquake centered about 2,100 miles from Washington was recorded by the Georgecowah University seismic observatory as occurring at 2:00 PM yesterday. The event is linked to volcanic activity patterns, with ties to Popocatepetl activity.

Warbhington Washington Georgecowah University Meio

William Thompson Sets Off on Business Trip

William Thompson departed yesterday for a business trip to Pocatello. He travels to advance company interests and meet with local partners on the assigned assignment.

William Thompson Pocatello

Shoppers and visitors noted in Twin Falls area

Hazelton resident Mrs Wo Litchfield and many out of town shoppers were seen in Twin Falls yesterday. Local clergy and businessmen from Pocatello Idaho Falls Jerome and Boise visited for social and business reasons. travelers including Parker Burkett Trotinson Cook and Musser returned home after shopping and brief stays.

Wo Litchfield Hazelton Parker Methodist Church Namipa Twin Falls Don Burkett Pwin Falls Pocatello A.W. Trotinson Twin Malls Red Cook Rochester Miain Misa Brothers Tattie Hedstes Idaho Falls Wright’s Suire Stes Churchman Richardson Jerome Joy. McFarland Hollister Twinalls J. J Musser Filer Twin Walls Robert TL Lake of Skimberly Chase of Stockford Tis Tfarris Rome

Record Breaker Kealoha Shatters 100 Yard Backstroke Mark

Warren Kealoha of Honolulu set a world record by swimming 100 yards backstroke in 1 minute 8 seconds at the Hawaiian continental meet in Honolulu. Isthelda Byeibtrey of New York swam the 100 yards national women's free style in 1 minute 58.5 seconds, beating the world record by 0.4 seconds. Want Ads. bring quick and sure results.

Honolulu T.hl Warren Kealoha Isthelda Byeibtrey New York

Georgette Georgette smocks and waists on display

Ready-to-Wear department features Georgette organ die and voile waists in latest colors and styles. A display invites customers to see the attractive, comfortable and dressy smocks and waists, described as very pretty and of good quality.

Navy and color suits parade in elegant Eaton jacket styles

A retail listing highlights a fine assortment of dresses and suits priced from 40 to 50 dollars. It notes straight lined and fancy garments with full hips, including Eaton Jacket suits with accordion pleated and tunic skirts. The piece emphasizes high quality and fashionable appeal for dressy women.

Eaton Jacket

Corset and girdle shop offers Gossard Bon Ton line

A local retailer promotes Gossard and Bon Ton corsets with full size range and TREO Elastic Girdles for athletic wear. Also features De Bevoise and Gossard brassieres in multiple shades including blue strawberry fox glove tan mint electric blue gray citron. Beads offered, prices from 75 cents to 7 dollars 50.

Ribbons Offer Wide Range of Fancy Patterns

A catalog notice announces a stock of flowered ribbons in all colors and patterns. Prices listed as 60 cents and one dollar per yard, with various light and dark shades and a vast assortment at the ribbon counter.

Real values at our five dollar hat table

Ladies seek value in fine trimmed hats and should visit the five dollar hat table in the millinery department. The table will be a permanent feature and showcase a collection of trimmed hats.

Lace and Sailor Hats Offer Spring Wardrobe Picks

Lace collars for suits and dresses sold by the yard appear with patterns priced at 15c and 50c a yard. A variety of quality straw sailor hats in brown, black and navy blue are advertised for spring wear, described as smartly designed and ready to wear.

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