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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1920
Page
2
A Country Gentleman writer says farmers are bitter over a wheat price drop that slashes a third of their revenue. He blames transportation and marketing, especially exchanges, while noting meat prices stayed high for consumers. The piece argues the marketing system is rotten and needs radical reform.
Secretary of State Colby warns the Constitution, the Declaration, and the nation’s founding documents face harm from fire, flood, moths, and thieves. He urges Congress to fund a proper safe exhibit and secure storage, arguing preservation is not costly and essential for liberty and history.
A historical note explains the original forms used to declare the ideals faith and aspirations of the forefathers, emphasizing equal care in presenting the founding principles.
The United States forestry service urges using real trees with care and from replenished sources. It says conservation means future supply, not abstinence, and recommends choosing trees from nurseries or areas where growth is maintained for future holidays, allowing children to enjoy the season with a clear conscience.
The piece notes Congress aims to send the drastic immigration measure to President Wilson before Christmas. The Johnson bill would halt new immigration except for travelers students and those with close relations to citizens or existing aliens. It could take effect within three months unless vetoed, with a one year time limit and a view toward later policy.
Vance Thompson warns in Live and Be Young that endless handshakes keep youth, but kissing too many women endangers it. He notes shaking hands is safe, yet asserts kissing many women can lead to a violent end, urging caution in flirtations.
Berlin dispatches note a money crisis and raise a pointed inquiry about an indemnity payment due, reflecting tensions in financial policy. The brief commentary frames the issue as potentially overdue, suggesting scrutiny of government actions in Berlin.
A brisk shopper discovers several high quality resolutions that are barely used and ready for immediate adoption. The find promises practical goals with minimal baggage, ideal for starting the year with renewed focus and structure.
A reader complains that retrenchment has not started in Washington and asks if Henry can lead the effort by Christmas, signaling urgency for budget cuts and policy tightening before year end.
In a tense diplomatic moment Greece seeks to press its claim while the allies vow firm backing. The situation intensifies as negotiations unfold amid public and political scrutiny.
December 28 is billed as the real Christmas night in Twin Falls with a Salvation Army tree display at Parish Hall and Santa Claus present for local children. Stockings collected will be distributed, and residents are urged to donate toys and goodies to ensure every child has Christmas joy. The piece appeals to readers to consider children in need and to help those without present prospects this season.
The Buhl Herald Christmas edition is out with three eight page sections. It features educational facilities in Twin Falls, local business growth, agricultural statutes, and livestock data. The paper is well produced and a credit to the town.
Governor Coolidge signed a bill allowing Massachusetts women to hold municipal offices except juror. The measure expands political rights for women, marking a milestone in state governance.
In Norman, University of Oklahoma students and faculty are permitted to ride 50 army horses housed on campus. The article notes the novelty of joyriding with horses, contrasting it with cars, and mentions the countryside around Norman filling with hoofbeats as gasoline yields to horse power.
Democrats gathered in Twin Falls for a post defeat dinner to unify the party. W Orr Chapman acted as toastmaster and speakers from Jerome Blaine Elmore Gooding Lincoln Minidoka and Cassia counties urged cooperation with the national committee and outlined plans to strengthen the party. Lawrence Hansen Judge John H Davies Dr Pike and others spoke on advancing party interests and solidarity.
National guardsmen prepared to take charge after racial disorder Thursday night left one white and one Black person dead and five wounded. County officials opened an investigation into responsibility as a coroner's jury heard testimony behind closed doors and indicated warrants might be issued.
Wred M. Morris, accused of forging and cashing two soldiers home checks for 60 dollars each at Pocatello Idaho in May and June 1919, has been arrested by secret service operatives at Central City Nebraska. He will be returned to Pocatello for trial. Morris reportedly made a complete confession, according to a telegram received at the U S Secret Service office in Salt Lake City.
In San Francisco on December 18 Harry Brolasii and Douglas Newton were convicted of conspiracy to violate the prohibition law. The verdict ends the trial of a larger group accused of legal whisky transactions running into thousands of dollars, according to General G. L. Ge la, assistant United States attorney.
New York Dec 18 James A McGinley supreme secretary of Knights of Columbus sends a telegram to support the Knights in its inquiry into reports of starving children in Ireland. The An Gna of Hibernians chief James Decral presided over the exchange offering cooperation to aid the investigation.
Athens reports Alex Markakis, a naturalized American, shot at the American legation front door. A nearby note declared he wanted to die on American soil while he was with the AEB RF de Pranca in the fraught incident.
Paine an air mail pilot lost his way in the dark while flying from Cheyenne to Salt Lake and was forced to land west of Ogden. He was unhurt and his plane was not damaged. Paine continued to Salt Lake City by train.
Dublin reports a large bomb was found in Merrion Square yesterday. Police and military raided a rebel ammunition store at Templemore today, capturing revolvers, ammunition, gun powder and 88 sticks of gengalite.
The industrial department of the navy yard in Portsmouth Ns laid off 200 employees today due to lack of funds as reported by Captain A. L. Adama. The move affects workers at the shipyard and reflects funding constraints facing the facility.
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