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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1919
Page
2
A former editor recalls a 1905 indecent manuscript read by three actors that was condemned by the public as unprintable yet later published in a respected magazine. The piece argues that taste declined with mass readers and questions editors claims of serving public demand. It also notes social centers replacing saloons and debates the League of Nations plan and wartime cooperation.
Admiral Sims in a Washington address warns against gossip and vague criticisms of war conduct. He defends Pershing, notes 2,000,000 U S troops abroad faced unseen operations and disputes, and argues fear from rumors harms national effort more than any fault in strategy. The piece also mentions Gilbert and Townley indictments tied to antiwar activities.
Reported death of Miniliano Zapata, famed Mexican bandit and former Pancho Villa lieutenant, with photos said to prove it. Images show Zapata dead and his coffin carried by peons at Cuautla. notes onGuajardo’s alleged killing and Zapata’s gear. Also mentions Twin Falls county fundraising drive and a whippet tank exhibition plan across local towns.
Associated Press report from Fargo North Dakota on May 2 describes the final arguments in a suit by 42 taxpayers against state officials seeking to block operation of North Dakota Non Partisan League industrial laws passed in the last session. Judge C F Amidon took the motion to dismiss under advisement. The suit claims the laws, including state bank authorization, bond issues, state owned farm elevators, and other public utilities, are unconstitutional.
Minnesota Supreme Court upholds indictments against A C Townley and Joseph Gilbert of the Non Partisan league for disloyalty. Gilbert allegedly spoke at a January 23 1917 Lakefield meeting with language the court says could discourage enlistment and war funds. The decision sustains a lower court ruling over demurrers.
Telegram warns Idaho’s Victory Loan may miss its $11,160,000 goal as tonight’s reports show $3,223,950 raised. Officials urge immediate action from all citizens and solicitors to secure the highest possible bond sale and avoid jeopardizing the drive. Thomas conveyed the warning in a recent message.
In Twin Falls Idaho District Court plaintiff seeks damages totaling 691.54 plus 825.00 and fees. case involves dissolution of partnership and shared obligations. Notice warns defendant J F Luhan to appear within twenty days if inside the district or forty days elsewhere.
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