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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1919
Page
2
The piece notes the Associated Press rights and discusses wartime costs. It argues the debt may total about 15 billion dollars by year end, seen as small relative to national wealth and resources. It suggests adjustment of demobilization timing and potential repayment within three years.
American Western silver producers will travel to Washington to protest the U S government's plan to export a hundred million ounces of silver to England for coinage at one dollar per ounce. They aim to challenge London price control and secure future market terms as America remains the world’s primary silver source.
A two year old dies after eating cherries prompting questions about maternal knowledge. The piece argues mothers, especially foreign and poor, lack guidance and would benefit from free health centers providing baby care instruction, seen as essential to creating loyal Americans.
Article argues the national war debt is about 12 billion dollars after accounting for 9 billion in Allied credits and 9 billion paid by taxes. It notes 21 billion in war expenditures from 1917 to 1919, with remaining costs to bring troops home and settle outstanding matters.
Henry Ford neared a week on the witness stand in his libel suit against the Chicago Daily Tribune. Elliott Stevenson pressed him on the June 28 1916 editorial titled Ford is an anarchist after Alfred Lucking called the examination brutal. The exchange focused on whether Ford admitted the editorial charge of being an ignorant idealist and Ford declined to amplify under pressure.
Baker stated Szeghos agreed to reimburse the United States from funds advanced by President Wilson for all expenses incurred. He added the War Department would can return through this country 1990 Czecho-Slovak soldiers in Siberia. Asked to cite a statute, Baker could not name one but said the president had ample authority.
In New York on July 18 the Associated Press reports H. Simons predicted a 100 percent rise in the cost of men's clothing for next summer. Simons, who presided at the event, warned flappers that fashion expenses would soar amid shifting styles and supply pressures.
Tonight the American Clothing Designers Association begins its annual convention. Mr Simons forecasts longer coats broader shoulders deeper chests and brighter colors including life blue orange and similar hues. He notes trousers will largely remain unchanged while jazz styles with freakish cuts remain popular with young wearers. A novelty shown is pick pocket proof pockets sewn all around with a central slit opening.
London on July 18 opened the peace celebration with numerous informal ceremonies. British officials and workers marked the start of a period of public events aimed at showcasing postwar unity and reconciliation.
White pink and blue Oliver Twist wash suits in sets for a dollar. Children’s blue chambray coveralls and boys girls knickerbocker drawers three for a dollar. Body skirts and combination waists also three for a dollar. Ladies lawn handkerchiefs embroidered and edged in white and colors eight for a dollar. Palmolive Rose Bath White Castile soaps and large toilet paper four rolls for a dollar.
Large crowds halted work to line parks and streets as American British and allied units marched. General Pershing and Marshal Foch led contingents toward events honoring their victory, with parades showcasing troops and ships in a celebratory procession.
An old time tip, Sage and Sulphur, is revived as Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound. Ready to use, it darkens gray hair and adds a soft lustre, popular for a youthful look. It is a cosmetic, not a disease treatment.
The Board of Trustees of Independent School District No 1 Twin Falls Idaho will receive sealed bids until 8 pm Monday July 21 1919 for four room additions to the Washington building plans by Burten bk Morse and Chas R Kaufman Architects. Bid deposit 15 dollars and a certified check of 600 dollars to accompany each bid. The board may reject any bid. State date July 15 1919 signed Pavid N Clark vice president Atest W W Parish acting clerk. Also notice teachers examination July 24 25 26 1919 for all grades certificates at the County Superintendent office Brittomo Wolfe.
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