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BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1910-10-25
La Feria |nsuIar

Han regresado de San German, los Sc
aores Sifre y Tingle, comisionados del
gobierno, para la propaganda de la Fe-
ria Exposition insular q. ha de celebrar
Sc eel ano pr6ximo. Ell senior Tlngle nos
manifesto que ell entusiasmo que relna
@4n la isla es grande para la Exposition
~tme promote ser un verdadero acontec1-
.mientO en- ,el pals.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
The Cleaning Up Movement.

This is the time of year when a gen.
eral cleaning up is carried on. Already
the streets and alleys are showing the
effects OF attention and should the good
work be continued along all the streets
and avenues as it has been started it
would certainly be pleasure to show
our many visitors the little city. This
week we could not help but notice the
vast improvement in the residence Sec
ton, and too, the difference in appear
ance between homes and yards where
they have received attention and where
they have not. 1t only takes a few
hours work to go over the lawn with a
rake and clean up the back yard as
well, which lends to the whole appear
ance such an improved look that there
is satisfaction in the doing. The peo-
pie Of American Falls have always been
a proud people and it is with consider
able pride that visitors are shown the
city. In this issue there is a notice
from the city officials calling attention
TO the fact that this is clean up time
and should the work be carried on the
next week as the past, American Falls
will rank ahead in the matter of
cleanliness.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
INSTITUTE A SUCCESS
Large Crowd Listen to the Discussion
of Farming Topic.

Farmers Institute for Aberdeen was
a grand success in every way. The only
hitch in the pre-arranged program was
the non-arrival of the state speakers
Monday morning in time TO open the in
stitute on schedule time. 1t was 80
instead of 10 o'clock this day that the
sessions began, but the loss of the two
hours of the forenoon was made up dur
ing the session days, so every topic was
touched upon. One room of the school
house was seated to its full capacity for
the occasion and when the session open
ed every seat was taken.
G. A. Bartell, chairman of the meet
ing, outlined the program and intro
duced Prof. Elliott, who talked on the
soil. As usual the professor boiled the
subject down to few words with each
word counting grossly in the meaning.
He covered trifiy the different kind of
soil. then taking up the soil OF this sec
tion, called attention to the properties
contained and those missing TO make it
of the quality for good farming. He
told US that crop rotation was the safest,
surest and quickest method TO put the
lava soil in the position desired. He
would use alfalfa or clover for this pur-
pose for three or four year crop then
following with other crops. Such other
crops as should be used he said must be
worked out by each farmer as localities
differed greatly. The hour and half
talk on soil was interesting to everyone
and the points gained and brought out
were shown so plainly no one could
doubt.
The Male quartette rendered two Sc
lection and little Elsie Pletz spoke a
piece, after which the professor talked
another hour on alfalfa. He followed
alfalfa culture over the various states
and TO all sections of our own state. The
ease with which this money maker
adopts itself to most any community
and most any condition makes it a prof
liable crop in any section. and its espec-
tally good quality as soil builder adds
greatly to,its value on the farm. He
dairying and showed why people here
should particularly go into stock to
some extent. His talk on spuds was
short and to the point. Like all of US
he believes this tract is soon to be the
great sput spot of Idaho.
The afternoon session was taken up
by the Potato Growers association and
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
New Citizens.

An ll-pound son was born to Mr.. and
Mrs. Harry r. Wallis Thursday and has
been christened Patrick by the many
friends of Mr.. Wallis, who desired to
relieve him of the trying responsibility
of choosing fitting name. The father
is very proud of the boy, whom he
hopes will grow up to be an Irishman
worthy of the name and go into politics.
Private advices are that the young man
has commanding way, which he mani
tests by ordering his meals at all hours
of the day and night. His leadership is
obeyed to the extent that unhesitating
compliance is given his requests, and he
has everything he can ask for.
A 10-pound boy came to the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. William Bowen yesterday.
He is near-Irish, but a name for him
has not been chosen. He is a healthy
youngster and is said to have sorrel
hair, like the Davis baby. Both of the
gentlemen will be named in the census,
and vote the Republican ticket. May
they live long and be better men than
their fathers is the wish of all.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
Resolutions.

Whereas, we feel that notwithstand-
ing the lateness in season, our Farmers
Institute has been both pleasant and
profitable; and whereas the success of
the meeting depended almost entirely
upon the efforts and work done BY
Prof. E. z. Elliott, therefore be it re-
solved that we extend to him and TO the
regents Of the state university a vote
OF sincerest thanks and assurance of
our appreciation of his able work.
Also that TO Mr.. Trego, to the quar-
tette, and to all others contributing so
willingly 10 the completeness and sue
cess of our program, We tender vote
of hearty thanks; further. that to the
Ladies Aid Society, for the splendid
dinner served, to the school board for
ues of the building, to the board Of
trustees Of the Canal association and
the program committee for arranging
and planning institute, We extend 8
vote OF thanks and appreciation.
Be it further resolved that we heart
lily commend the action Of the business
men Of Aberdeen for the courtesy
shown in closing their stores ard Offices
during sessions Of the Institute.
That We further commend and ex-
press our appreciation Of the interest
shown in our Institute by the American
Falls Press. Idaho Republican ard
Aberdeen Gazette in having represent
atives here TO keep in touch with our
interests and the current problems con-
fronting the farmer.
And furthermore, in recognition OF
the fact that there seems TO be q strong
sentiment emanating from the higher
educational circles Of the state favoring
the preparation Of teachers who are
to teach in the rural schools and rural
high schools Of the state-along lines Of
agriculture. rural life and manual train
ing, we desire TO place ourselves on rec
ord as heartily endorsing and commend
ing the same.
Respectfully submitted.
E. W. HAROLD.
E. L. DAVIS.
F. S. HOSkINS.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
Big Fruit Crop in Sight.

All pests were kept down closely and
the prospects this year are such as to
assure an unusual crop of all kinds OF
fruit which will be almost entirely free
from pests, declared the board of horti-
culture in the regular annual meeting
held last evening in the offices of the
state horticultural Inspector with In
spector j. R. Field and Alex Mcpherson
of Twin Falls and NJ. B. Sherman OF
Payette in attendance.
The bulletin is based upon reports re-
ceived from district inspectors from all
sections of the state and is considered
by far the most favorable relative TO
the conditions of fruit ever issued. The
condition of fruit as reported does not,
however, indicate that district inspect
ors will relax their vigilance to elimin-
ate destructive pests nor does it insure
protection against frost. In order to
combat with the latter destructive ele-
ment the fruit growers are, however
making every preparation for mainten-
ance of smudge pots in the orchards as
soon as sent out from the weather
bureau over the telephone, as has been
arranged for in many localities. Boise
NavyS
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
Farmers Institute Addresses.

Beginning next week the Press will each week publish
synopsis of address delivered by Professor Elliot at
the Aberdeen Farmers institute The complete addresses
would be too long for publication, and so touchdown
report preserving the important parts will used
instead Some of the papers read will be printed
These institutes of great benefit the communities
IN which they held but it is not possible for all
attend and get the benefit of them With view to
remedying this disadvantage much possible, the
American Falls Commercial club voted to send a stem
ographer there preserve the addresses so that the
a very proper and consderate thing for them to do
and shows the interest the club taking the devel
opment of the country Idaho is particularly fortunate
in the character the attracted bv her great
undeveoped resources and this locality is no exception
to the rule One could not help being impressed by the
appearance of the farmers who attended the institute
and any locality blessed with such citizenship can not
do other than prosper.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19

the Water Users association and left
only short time for Mr.. Elliott which
was given to the dry farmers.
For the evening ne chose for his sub
ject ''The Farmers Conquest Of the
Wilderness" His entire series Of lee
lures was excellent and the people fol-
lowed him very closely not to loose
a single word. He proved himself a
man equal to the occasion and is q
credit to the state. The resolutions
will be published in our next issue
adopted at the close Of the meeting
shows how Mr.. Elliott won the hearts
of those attending the meetings.
The institute proved to be all that
was expected and the good which was
received here will never be known to
the full extent. Each lecture was full
of meaning and the good and benefit
derived from gathering together OF
the farmers and talking over their ex-
periences, exchanging views, always
has its good effect. Aberdeen Gazette.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
In Memorium.

Mrs. Anna Shelley, mother of Mrs.
Mary Franklin, who died February 26,
at the advanced age of 81, was woman
of noble traits who bore her full share
of the worlds burdens. She was a
strong character, and left with fam
lily of six children during the civil war,
suffered many hardships and privations,
but reared them to manhood and wom-
anhood.
Mrs. Shelley was born in ireland,
county of Longford, West Meake, in
1923. and died at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. Mary c. Franklin, with
whom she has made her home for the
past eight years. The other living chill
dren are: Mrs. Ella Gatfield, Clay Cen
ter. Kas.; Mrs. Stanson, and William
Shelly, of Rockford, Ill.
Mrs. Shelly came TO American Falls
eight years ago to end her days with
her favorite daughter, Mrs. Franklin
She has been in feeble health much Of
the time, but her wants We're carefully
attended to; and everything done for
her comfort. She led an upright Chris
tian life, and when the summons came
was ready for it. Her last words were:
'sMy day has come and | am thankful
for it. Mary, do not mourn for me. "
With these words she passed to the
sweet slumber of peace. Her body
was lovingly laid away on the 9th in
Falls View cemetery. Wherever known,
Mrs. Shelly was beloved for her noble
character:
Dearest mother, l do miss you,
A great sufferer, patient and true.
Although you have gone, and thankful
for il,
Your oldest daughter will pray for you.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
WASHINGTON MAN
GREATLY ELATED
Found Much Better Country
Than He Expected.
Soil Did Not Look Good But the Croo,
They Produce Did, -Undeveloped
Resources Surprised
Him.

Il am greatly surprised at what
find here, " said G. Blackman of Odessa.
Washington, to the Press last Satur-
day. Before coming | learned that
American Falls claimed only a popuIa-
ton Of 1000 or 1900 people and was not
prepared to see the many nice buildings
and large stock of goods which your
merchants carry. To say | was sur
prised is expressing it very mildly. Your
business interests are ahead Of many
towns more than twice as large.
My greatest surprise, however.
came when | visited the country. I am
not familiar with the kind of soil you
have here, and it did not look good to
me. | doubted its fertility. When /
got out among the farmers and talked
to them, and got samples Of wheat
grown on their farms, | changed my
mind. / may not be much Of a Judge
OF soil, but know wheat Your wheat
here is better than any grown in the
state Of Washington, and it didnot take
me long 10 make up my mind to get
piece OF land. Any locality which grows
better wheat than Washington is a good
locality to be in. | am surprised at the
town and the country. With such re-
sources, practically undeveloped, sur
rounding it, American Falls cannot help
making fine town
Accompanying Mr. Blackman was
Mr.. z. Turner, also Of Odessa. Both
have secured land through the German
American Land company, and their
coming viii bring others from the same
locality. Mr. Blackman found what
hundreds Of others before him have, a
better country than ne was expecting.
He IS an energetic, enterprising man,
and more like him are needed.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
ANOTHER NEW BUILDING.
Mary c. Curtis To Build Near the
Fall Creek Sheep Co.

Property was sold and contract en-
tered into by which Mary c. Curtis is to
erect two-story brick or cement huild-
ing just south of the Fall Greek Sheep
company's store, and work is expected
to begin as soon as a contract can be
let. VIM. F. Wrunk has contracted to
lease the entire building and will use
part of it for barber shop, which is to
handsomely fitted up. The barber shop
will not occupy all the front of the
building but leave a wide entrance
leading to a large room in the rear of
the shop which may be used as res
taurant or billiard or pool hall. The up
per story will be used as a rooming
house and will have at least sixteen
rooms.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
The Belle of Japan.
rooms.

That there is a certain charm about
everything connected with Japan, and
that that country has not been used
before in which to lay the action of a
comedy-drama is rather strange, and
the only conjecture is that authors have
not made study of that strange land.
1t remained for William Wamsher to
commission that we'll known American
dramatist, H. Grattan Donnelly, to take
up that country and present it to the
theatre-goers in its true light. To be
accurate and to gain full knowledge of
the Japanese, Mr.. Donnelly made trip
to Japan and his observations while
there furnished him his plot for this
comedy drama that will be revelation
to all.
The beautiful scenery and costumes
will be especially attractive but even
they will be secondary compared to the
singing, dancing and comedy which
prevails throughout the entire perform
ance. That capacity house will great
this attraction. there is no doubt, and
therefore it is advisable TO arrange for
tickets early. They will be held on sale
at Smiths Pharmacy on Monday morn
ing. THE Belle OF Japan" will be at
the Auditorium, Tuesday, March p.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
Business Activity.

Business in all lines has taken a jump
since the spring weather came and
all merchants here are enjoying the
best spring business of their history.
Notwithstanding the fact that on the
north and south are situated little
towns Aberdeen TO the north and
Rockland 10 the soGth-whieh have
their store and which too, are enjoying
big trade which cuts of some terri
tory formerly tributary here. our mer-
chants are enjoying an increased busi-
ness. This not only shows the prosper
our condition Of the farming community
but also shows how rapidly the section
Is settling up. II the present indica-
tions shan3 for anything this summer
viii see the end OF the free land in this
particular vicinity Those who were
fortunate enough TO get wheat in last
fall can look upon their now green
fields with assurance Of a big crop and
their neighbors Can content themselves
with the thought that what is possible
on one farm is possible on another
The prosperous condition of cultivated
farms gives the present land seeker a
better opportunity TO judge what We
have than those = year ago.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
Dance Tonight.

The orchestra will give dance in the
Auditorium this Saturday evening.
The orchestra had for some time given
these popular dances up TO q few weeks
ago. and since discontinuing have had
so many requests to resume they will
again give them. The orchestra are
deserving Of great credit for their work
in dance music aud concert work and
are a credit to our little city. The dance
given this evening viii be q good time
for all who attend.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
|4O-ACRE FARM
SELLS FOR $500
Land Was in Sagebrush Two
Years Ago.
Hood River, Oregon, Man, Pays Sl3O
Per Acre, for Bonita Ranch,
Eight Miles North of
American Falls.

Frank Jones, practical fruit grower
from the famous Hood River, Oregon,
ample country, after three or four days
spent in looking over this country, pur-
chased forty acres of Henry Fackler
for $500, or s130 per acre. The sale
was made by the Earring Realty Co.
Mr.. Fackler purchased this land, partly
improved, from D. j. Pierce less thah
two years ago for $50 per acre. Last
spring he put out ten acres of orchard,
and by growing potatoes between the
trees, made the land earn SIS per acre.
The place has a fair house, for new
country, and is fenced, but the entire
improvements in the way of fencing
and improving will not exceed $1,000 or
$780, This is the highest price so far
paid for land under the American Falls
canal which does not join some townsite,
and indicates a marked increase in
values. Land in every way as good as
Mr.. Fackler's, but not quite so well i'm
proved, has sold within the past three
months for from $50 to $40 per acre.
And there are many tracts, as good in
eyeryway and as well or better located,
but which are not so well improved,
which may be had for from $50 to S65
per acre.
Mr.. Jones spent several days here,
visiting the country both north and
south of town. After visiting the few
bearing orchards we have, uncultivated
and unpruned, and examining the fruit
grown by them, said: 'If apples like
these can be grown in uncultivated and
INTENDED orchards, as highly colored
and of good size, you certainly have a
fruit country. 1t makes one wonder
what could be done were the trees
pruned and cultivated y
The more Mr.. Jones investigated the
more he was impressed, and the fact
that a Hood River man concluded he
was getting a bargain at $3.50 per acre
for land only two years from sagebrush
should at least encourage others to in
vestigate. The residents of this local
ity ask for nothing more.
The land purchased by Mr.. Jones is
known as Bonita Ranch, eight miles
north of American Falls and four miles
south of Aberdeen.
Mr.. Jones will engage in intensive
farming. He was accompanied here by
A. H. Caldwell, who announced that he
would place his Hood River property on
the market at once and in the event of
disposing of the same, would return
here and invest. Both gentlemen say a
number of Hood River people will come
this way as a result of their visit.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19

refer to the little riyuIets that run
into the main streams.
The department has carefully in
yestigated the methods adopted by sim
liar departments in other states, and il
has been found by those states. after
years of experience, that unless the
fish are planted in the shallow water
where the large fish cannot pursue
them, they will be destroyed.
Full information and instructions
with reference to the planting of the
fish will be furnished by the depart
ment at all times. We stand ready to
help those who are interested in the
propagation and protection of fish and
game, and will gladly answer all cor
respondence of this nature promptly.
Blank forms of application to be fur
nished applicants upon request. Boise
Statesman.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
Sunday School Convention.

Oneida County Sunday School conven-
ton will be held at American Falls,
March "a, 1910, at the Methodist church
with the following program:
Thursday, 2:30 P. NJ.
Devotional Services-R Thos. Guy.
Round Table, Organized Sunday school,
work, H. E. Grothe.
Reports of Schools and officers.
Teacher Training Fred. G. Redfern,
general secretary Idaho S. S. Assn.
Appointment of Committees.
Thursday, 7:45 P. NJ.
Devotional Services-T. E. St. John.
The Value of S. S. work Rev. Hall
K. Wallis.
The Sunday school in touch with the
Home-Rev. Tweed.
Reports of Committees.
Recognition of Officers.
Responsibility for Child Training
General Secretary Redfern.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
TROUT FOR DISTRIBUTION.
Sfate Department to Give Away
100000 Small Trout.

The state fish and game department
will have 1,500,0 900 small trout for dis
trloution from the various hatcheries
ABOUT May l, and will strive to make
'ne hrst planting for the year equitable
as possible. In doing this the co-opera-
Aon OF the people of the state is solic-
i'ea. Governor Brady is manifest
ing much interest in the work of the
department, Chief Deputy Warden
., l. Livingston stated yesterday.
he Is especially desirous that the peo-
p'e OF the state shall profit so far as
possible by the expense to which the
'ate has gone in establishing fish
ua'eheries and providing fry for re-
stocking the streams.
Inc hsh and game department is
~" outlining plan for the spring de-
rfery OF eastern brook trout. This de-
ety Will commence not later than
nay l. We are desirous of making this
1'sulouton to all counties that will
@Ae proper application. For the con-
elNehee ct parties wishing fish we
1"'e printed forms and will furnish
work. 90 ''N' - = 80
flsh from the state fish hatcheries
1.'i'oV De planted in waters which are
n,s,a ~ available for the use of the general
l pubic In my Judgment, great care
st 1s' oe taken in selecting suitable
r,, 9sans IN each county as this means
of 'Iu :, % the future fishing in the state
m,1S la"lo' Fish planting in small or
an, streams that will not afford
ms protection in low water is simply
n,.@' taste OF time. When the fry is
'''''ea 1t should be in shallow water.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
REMODEL DEPOT
Fitted Up With Ladies and Gentle.
mems Waiting Rooms.

A number Of carpenters have been at
work the past week remodeling the Ore
gon Short Line depot at this place and
when completed will furnish far better
facilities for handling the growing bus
mess and also afford better accommoda-
tons to the travelling public. The old
waiting room will be used as the busi-
ness office, and the old Office room, to-
gether with the living rooms, will be
arranged for ladies' and gentlemen's
waiting rooms. This not only affords
better accommodations to the public
but also will give the agent and helpers
ample room to carry on the vast amount
of business which they now are called
upon to handle. The business Of the
company at this point is now better than
three times what it was year ago and
the present arrangement will only be
sufficient for short time. Agent UIery,
who has been in the employ of the COM
pany for several years, has resigned to
take a much deserved vacation. He was
succeeded by S. H. Laird, who comes
here from Shoshone.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1910-03-19
An Acre of Strawberries.

Frank Jones of Hood River, Oregon,
who purchased the Bonita ranch. will
put an acre in Strawberries this season.
The place already has about ten acres
in apples. Coming from one of the
greatest fruit-growing localities of the
world, ne will be very helpful citizen
and be OF great benefit to all who are
planning TO engage in friit-growing.