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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1920
Page
2
The writer notes no clear sign of widespread feeling and suggests a referendum. A majority vote by servicemen would not settle the issue but would aid the public in judging whether such a payment is proper.
An analysis of a New York state shoe maker's finances from 1915 to 1919 shows rising net profits from 8.3 percent of sales in 1915 to 15.6 percent in 1919, with gross sales expanding dramatically. The piece questions whether such profits reflect fair costs or profiteering, and asks if they are typical across the industry and magnified by middlemen.
Walter W. Burns of Green Point New York testifies before the house ways and means committee that a money handout would be wasted. He says most former service men are employed and many oppose the bonus, fearing its effect on taxation and national finances. Representative Garner notes no district he knows favors the proposal.
The Lexington commission approved a 400000 bond issue to fund modernized schools. It features open air schools penny lunches a community center with pool showers and auditorium, a junior high and classes for irregular children. Notably there is no racial discrimination in facilities unlike many southern cities. If funded further it could set a new standard for comparable cities.
A market gardener questions the hunger for costly imported foods while seasonal home grown cucumbers tomatoes and strawberries sell well despite higher prices. He notes winter vegetables remain unsold though they are first quality and cheaper. The piece urges variety and economy by choosing in season produce to support local growers.
A report notes Chinese railroad workers and their actions on the tracks, drawing a parallel to statesmen in Washington allegedly undermining a peace treaty through self-defeating political moves. The piece uses a cautionary tone to connect labor unrest with high level diplomacy.
A reader requests a Ouija board that would reveal steps to transform a white candidate into a dark horse. The note blends superstition with political maneuvering, reflecting public fascination and skepticism toward unconventional tactics.
Among those attempting a return to politics are Joe Bailey John Baileycorn and High Tariff. The observation notes multiple names tied to renewed public life and forthcoming campaigns.
The United States Grain Corporation announced it bought about 286000 barrels of flour this week at prices averaging 10.68 dollars per barrel on the Baltimore basis and 10 dollars on the Pacific coast basis.
Notice to stockholders announces a special meeting of Twin Falls Dehydrating Company to consider increasing capital stock to seventy five thousand dollars. The meeting is set for Tuesday evening April 6 1920 at 7 30 o clock in Parish Hall Twin Falls Idaho by order of the Board of Directors W Pribh Present. DX Mar 12-19-27 Apr 2.
In the District Court of Idaho Southern Division Charles C Livingston filed for discharge in bankruptcy. Creditors and interested parties must appear by April 12 1920 and file grounds of opposition within ten days thereafter. Referee W Orr Chapman signed the notice dated March 5 1920 with subsequent reference to dates March 6 and April 2.
The Board of Trustees of Independent School District No 1 Twin Falls County Idaho invites sealed bids for plumbing in the intermediate school building plans by architect Burton E Morse. Bids due March 15 1920 at 8 p m at the high school. Deposit 15 and bid bond 500 with bid. plans available at architect offices in First National Bank building. The board may reject any bid. Dated Twin Falls March 10 1920. By order of the Board D F Clark president Attest George B Bryant secretary 2x-Mar 11-14
In Twin Falls County Idaho a writ of attachment was issued in the district court action Ty Shetler plaintiff against Oasis Oil Company defendant for five thousand seventeen dollars. Clerk Seal date February 20 1920 Deputy. Attorneys James R Bothwell and W Orr Chapman Twin Falls Idaho. 2x Seb 27 Mar 5 12.
In Twin Falls County Idaho the Probate Court fixes March 28 1920 at 10 00 am in the court room at the courthouse Twin Falls for proving the will of Addie E Strout deceased and for hearing W P Guthrie's application for letters of administration with will annexed contest permitted by any interested party dated February 25 1920 signed by Duvall seal Guthrie Myers attorneys for administrator.
Marian Dunn sues A Dunn for absolute divorce in the Fourth Judicial District Twin Falls County Idaho. Defendant must answer within 20 days if served in district or 40 days if served outside. If no answer, plaintiff may obtain judgment. Clerk Co C Siggins certifies, Frank I Stephan attorney. March 1920 entries listed April dates.
In Twin Falls Idaho the probate court orders kin and interested parties to appear March 9 1920 at 10 o clock to show cause why the guardian may not be granted an order of sale of the minor Frank Mizoguchi s real estate. A copy of the order will be published in The Twin Falls Chronicle for three weeks prior to hearing. Signed by Probate Judge O P Duvall.
Notice of attachment issued March 2 1920 in Twin Falls County Idaho case by First National Bank of Twin Walls a corporation against W I Burey filed in district court Clark STAT C SIGGINS and attorney Asher B Wilson list Twin Falls Idaho with date line March 4 1920.
In Twin Falls county Idaho on March 3 1920 the probate court ordered a private sale of Mary LB McNeil estate to the highest bidder. The property includes parts of sections 28 and 35 in township 11 south range 15 I B M. Bids in writing may be sent to Bothwell Chapman law offices. Cash sale terms subject to mortgages and encumbrances of record.
The Probat e Court of Twin Falls County Idaho orders all interested parties to appear on March 25 1926 at 2 PM in the Probate Court Twin Falls to show cause why the administrator M O Stephenson should not be granted an order to sell as much of the real estate of Edwin Crader deceased Lot 2 Block 3% original Twin Falls townsite as necessary. A notice will be published weekly for four consecutive weeks in The Twin Falls Chronicle with publication completed by March 20 1920.
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