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Newspaper
Coeur Dalene Evening Press
Location
Coeur D´Alene, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1909
Page
1
Two earthquake shocks were felt across northern California overnight startling residents in towns like Oran Valley and Nevada City. No injuries or property damage were reported as residents realized the tremor and reacted with panic.
In Banpoint Idaho officials report a grand jury will convene with about 16 of 20 drawn to investigate a bridge contract at the river foot and possible county official actions. The panel also weighs payments for last year’s work and related matters at Newport, with inquiry into bids and contract fairness among Burrill and Burrell firms.
Chang Alu testified he witnessed his roommate Leon Ling murder a girl by pressing a tile over her face in a room. He described entering after a noise, the warm body, and later pointing out the trunk where the victim’s body was jammed. Police have not obtained actionable leads to capture Leon Ling.
In Ellensburg Washington on June 23 two robbers escaped into nearby mountains after a gang robbed several stores in Cle Elum and attempted a staged hold up between Cle Elum and Roslyn. Marshal Waight and deputies pursued the trio. two fled into the hills while the third exchanged gunfire and was killed. The two survivors are believed hiding in the mountains and may be armed.
Anxious proceedings in the ColnUn case as Calhoun, J Heney, and others push a long preliminary battle. The defense alleges Judge Lawlor is biased and a new district attorney will be appointed. Travel pauses until a definite date for the second trial is set. many motions and other legal questions are argued to affect the trial location and timing.
Governors being urged to order an investigation into the rift between the University of Idaho and the experiment station amid claims of alleged misappropriation of funds. Experiment station staff and faculty urge fair treatment and a strong agricultural college linked with the university, while protesters insist on decisive action to resolve the dispute.
The library board appointed by Mayor Hamilton met last night at Mr Shephard’s suggestion and elected Dr Shephard as chair, with Mrs Beaver secretary. They plan a stronger public library, rebinding damaged shelves, acquiring new books, and seeking state help for freight. A requisition will be sent to the state library association for fifty volumes to be furnished, with freight paid by the city.
The board voted to extend the library wall along the south side of the council chamber and to appoint Derminaion to oversee the project. All members expressed enthusiasm for securing a Carnegie Library for Cowar Alone, with decisions to finalize the matter at the next meeting.
In a grim incident at the Puryear residence, a man identified as a lecturer in electrical engineering shot and killed his brother in law Pred West and wounded his sister Mrs West before fatally shooting himself. Creeden attempted arrest but Puryear killed himself first. Authorities note a possible temporary insanity.
Manager Douvo arranged a ball game Sunday between the loan team and Plantation seat of Spokane. Plantation has won 11 of 18 against Inland Empire clubs, while Coeur d Alene boasts a stronger record. The match promises to be an interesting contest. Bas arranged with Band point team management for three games and schedules with Spokane city ineque.
In Seattle on a June day, Ford car No. 5 driven by Wert Reott won the ocean dominion auto race. The vehicle finished at 12:55, earning a trophy presented by Robert Quyxenheim. Crowds cheered as Wert Reott posed with the car, while Shawmut was reported seven hours behind the Ford.
Olympia June 23 The day set for opening the social female of the state Legislature was postponed after a morning meeting among interested politicians. It is unlikely to convene until afternoon, perhaps four or after, depending on developments.
Fragmented OCR shows multiple land transactions and deeds in the county, including Henry Herboth to Geo. E. Buyter for 400 dollars, A. D. Toreily to Caryte K. Fabier, and David M. Neville to tax KL New approximately, with tract descriptions, plat numbers, and street details such as Greenarsen one, Calllaher street, and Lawrence perk.
Circulation of petitions seeks a special county election under state law to decide whether intoxicating liquors are banned or regulated. Promoters expect enough signed electors to force a vote, with organizers counting on women voters and temperance allies while facing legal and logistical hurdles and possible court contests.
The city records a fatal shooting early morning as Police Captain Com bay shot prominent businessman Lagan. Witnesses say Lagan lunged and drew a weapon, prompting a response that led to his injury and transport to the hospital. Officials note attempts to revive him and report potential intoxication.
Washington June 28 senate action adopted Me Cumber's amendment raising duty on vast of Aolshed timber and altering duties to favor Canada. Debate noted 44 to 34 vote with 14 Republicans and 11 Democrats supporting higher rate. committee amendment then adopted. lumber duties adjusted under Dingley rates.
In New York City the harsh winter drives tens of thousands to parks and beaches for warmth. Officials report 10,000 people at a waterfront area last night as the chill intensifies. By nine this morning a heavy crowd remained near the coast seeking shelter.
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