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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1920
Page
2
A night prowler broke a rear window of G W Gerrish second hand store on Main avenue Thursday night and stole a small amount of goods including firearms cutlery and boxes of cartridges. Gerrish found no trace of the burglars when he opened the shop yesterday morning, suggesting youths as suspects.
Captain George Wellington Streeter, 80, and William H Nile, self-styled military governor, inform US Marshal Bradley they will again press their claim to Lake Shore Drive in Streeterville. They allege the area is not part of any state and seek to enforce their title to a $50,000,000 portion as authorities await action from American Legion officials.
A historical feature recounts Captain Streeter’s stalled effort to claim a manmade lakefront domain in Chicago, the 1890s battles with authorities, and the ensuing legal quagmire. It charts the meander line theory, court rulings, and the transformation of the deestrict into modern skyline tenants, noting land value and ongoing legacy.
A Salvation Army home in Cincinnati burned in winter darkness. The female officer led children to safety but five children remained missing. She returned for them, fainted rescuing two with two more in her arms. the children did not survive.
Fragmentary report notes a Texan viewed as a central figure in the 1920 campaign. It highlights his disciplined routine, persistence, and dual duties at work while keeping efforts focused on major targets. The text implies management responsibilities and interference with high work to maintain progress.
A scattered sports column notes Fans in St Paul savor a long winning streak while box scores blur. Joe Jackson signs a winter managing deal in St Petersburg. Canton talks up Jim Thorpe Bulldogs and Grigg of Texas. James Zinn earns Iron Man label after a no hit effort in Wichita Falls. Hank O Day critiques a Phillies pitcher in Cincinnati. Pat Duncan shows stubborn streak and Moran benches him after a failed bunt. Also a Guanajuato note on old adobe gold walls and a derailed passageway line derby.
An ornate four inch deep clock once owned by Anne Boleyn and once in Horace Walpole's collection was reportedly gifted by Henry VIII on her wedding day. Queen Victoria purchased it for 551 dollars during the Shawberry sale in 1842, and it bears inscriptions including Dieu and mon droit with intertwined H A motifs.
A fragment describes rattlesnakes in California deserts and plains near Bexas, creeping into travelers’ blankets. It notes yearly soldier casualties from snake bites during campaigns in the area, though bites are rare near the rattle. Some men on marches prefer to sleep alone.
Fragmentary passage reflects on love and happiness in a woman's life. Marthe voices the idea that a woman's chance at happiness lies in love and being loved, though the sentiment is framed with old fashioned optimism about desire and fulfillment.
Grantland Rice notes Tris Speaker's multi tasking drive as he leads the Indians pennant chase. Speaker works hard off the field planning motivating his teammates and handling field duties while batting near .400.
In tropical seas sea serpents are numerous and highly venomous. Reported in the Indian Ocean they are seen in hundreds, swimming near the surface. They reach up to eight feet, are fierce, and can attack humans readily. Their bodies are flat and their fins are prominent.
A mother buys candy that nearly spoils dinner. A child named Senny insists on pretend play with tea as a store, the room becoming a candy shop. He asks his mother to act as clerk and to provide real candy, highlighting a playful scene.
A fragment discusses noon as a traditional wedding hour and questions its meaning. It mentions a bridegroom and a Sheeanke dwelling in England, suggesting cultural or ritual context but lacking clear events or facts.
A fragmentary quotation condemns deception and artificiality and argues truthfulness comes from lifelong habit rather than a single effort. The text emphasizes sincerity as a habitual trait rather than a one time act.
In the United States District Court for the District of Idaho Southern Division the matter of George O Bremer, a bankrupt, proceeds with an application for discharge. Notice is hereby given that George ...
Stoemer files for discharge in the United States District Court for Idaho and related parties must show cause why the petition should be granted. Oppositions due by October 4, 1920, with grounds filed within ten days at the court clerk’s office. Authority noted by W Orr Chapman Referee Adv. Sept. 4 and Sept. 24. Also notes moves of Migs Cecil Slater to Fairfield for a teaching post and visits by Mrs. Thornton and daughter to Twin Falls.
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