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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1919
Page
2
The barometer of business shows United States Steel unfilled orders rising from 4.89 million tons in June to 6.11 million by August, with forecasts of midwinter wartime levels. The gain signals broader prosperity as industry reconstructs, though some delay in deliveries may temper near-term activity.
A Utah boy bought 44 orphan lambs at $1 each, fed them with cost another $44, and sold the flock for $440, netting $352. A girl with sixty lambs cleared $60. The piece notes caring for orphans yields a benevolent, profitable outcome.
The American National Association of Dancing Masters urges the Methodist Episcopal church to lift its ban on dancing. They present a united, formal resolution insisting on decorous dancing and pledge to improve where possible, while noting their respectful stance before church and municipal authorities.
An editorial decries attempts to curb dancing that degrades or sensualizes. It praises dancing masters for opposing vulgar trends but notes their failure to stem the tide. Church groups fear sensual dance will invade communities, while asserting dance has religious origins, citing biblical David. It contrasts ancient reverence with modern wiggles set to jazz.
Pawnbrokers report a puzzling business climate with fewer pledges since July 1 and more valuable pledged goods. Central shops see steady profits due to a 50 to 100 percent rise in item values, while Saturday sales remain the busiest. Some foresee eventual closure for weaker shops, but optimism remains as improvidence and misfortune persist.
The Independent School District No. 1 of Twin Falls Idaho invites sealed bids by 8 pm Monday September 23 1919 for general construction of an Intermediate School Building connected to the present high school. Plans by architects Burton Morse and Charles Kaufman available with $25 deposit. Bid must include 2 percent certified check payable to W. S. Nixon treasurer and 60 percent bond. bid acceptance at the board’s discretion.
Jimmie and Clara are away, Tom is absent, and the school schedule keeps others quiet. The home rests as routines pause and silence settles over the rooms.
Seward Alaska Sept 19 Vessels registered from Alaska ports this year total 1 018 according to customs records Never before in the territory s history has the number of Alaska craft gone over 1 000 More vessels are in the fishing trade and are of small tonnage The total tongue of the 1 018 vessels is TOU OR4
Reports from Twin Falls show July wool consumption the year’s highest. June had broken all records, and July increased by 8 million pounds. The U S Department of Agriculture bureau of markets notes July use reached 63 million pounds grease equivalent, nearly triple February figures.
The July consumption shows a 15 percent increase over June and 21 percent over May. Monthly usage has risen steadily since February, signaling full adaptation to a peace basis. Total Ayool used in July in pounds is listed as grease 45,218,307 scoured 7,485,828 pulled 2,274,463.
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