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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1920
Page
2
A Chicago sheriff forced 200 prisoners to witness an execution arguing it would deter crime. Critics call it barbarous and pointless as punishment does not reliably reduce crime, likening it to a legalized lynching bee that moral lessons fail to deter.
The article notes a national shortage of teachers due to better pay elsewhere, with Secretary Lane reporting over 148,000 teachers leaving last year. It highlights that many among the best and most capable educators are those leaving, creating a gap that would take years to fill even with higher salaries nationwide.
The speaker advocates teaching as a valued vocation noting morale has fallen and a broad shift in community attitude is needed before teaching regains prestige and efficiency. The emphasis is on elevating status and restoring support from all levels.
The piece argues that a vast 1.6 billion pounds of pork surplus, tied to Western producers, threatens losses as Europe cannot buy due to money and credit limits. It questions why stored or hoarded pork remains in the United States while Americans face high prices, urging markets to open at lower prices to relieve producers and consumers.
A Massachusetts message to the legislature argues the state needs fewer laws and stronger restraint. It praises avoiding needless statutes and notes America’s trend of excessive legislation while urging both state and national lawmakers to prioritize quality over quantity.
Garvan claims Reds sought control of American labor surprising. suggests they planned leasing control. Proposes adding a department of investigation to examine our system of government to save time and expense.
Comment notes Congress pursues its own partisan squabbles while larger national and global issues await action. The author argues the legislative branch engages in internal feuding at the expense of urgent matters facing the country and world.
An old advertisement promotes May's Cream Ball to clear nasal passages during colds or catarrh, promising instant relief through antiseptic cream in the nostrils. It further notes Ely's Dream Balm as a sought after remedy for sufferers. A separate item reports American Legion posts condemning Dempsey as a slacker and draft dodger with the national commander to witness testimony on wartime record.
Los Angeles January 14 Jack Kearns manager for Jack Dempsey seeks a plea before the Legion regarding the pending case. The development follows ongoing disputes over championship status and related duties.
The University of South Dakota basketball team, in its first game of the season, defeated Sioux Falls College 32 to 9 in Sioux Falls.
The New York Herald announces in mid January that the paper has been sold by Bennett's estate and will publish further details tomorrow morning. The notice signals an ownership transfer affecting readers and staff in New York.
The document cites parshaaed el lvishing interests of the estate of James Gordon Bennett and lists Guaranty Trust Company as a guarantor. Signed by Roman Wanamaker, the filing notes the trustees and the official capacity of the estate’s guardians.
Scarce leather drives boot buyers to seek value and durability. Each bidder notes the need to balance cost with wearability, while emphasizing that the finished product may vary but remains sturdy. Try a pair of our side leather boots for Misses and Women.
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