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Newspaper
Coeur Dalene Evening Press
Location
Coeur D´Alene, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1908
Page
1
Reports from Orgo North Dakota and London detail William Jennings Bryan’s pledge to uphold Democratic platform items and to call a special session if elected. Meanwhile storms wreck ships off Wales and Balye with multiple drownings, and Idaho merchants report worthless checks tied to a contractor.
The piece describes a wager where M Weller would pay Wilbur Wright $100000 if he could complete two flights. It mentions speculation about Weller and a possible airship deal, with a note on a War Department representative. Also reports New York theater opening of The Yankee Prince at the Gaiety in Times Square, focusing on comedy.
Toledo dispatch reports the G A R encampment opening with Lt Gen Hart attending events including a dedication at Fort Metx monument. Candidates for national post include Kevins of New Jersey Dickson of Illinois Van Eaut of Minnesota and Adache of Nebraska. Headquarters opened as preparations for the encampment proceed and more candidates are expected to announce.
C W Norquist, returning from a extensive eastern business visit, reports improving conditions and strong fall trade. He paused in Minnesota to gauge markets, noting factories reopening, wholesale and retail activity rising, and Montana prosperity ahead. Politically he observed strong sentiment for Taft as next president.
Judge Woods grants petition by 6202 legal voters to relocate the county wool from Hathdrem Village to Come d Aluon City. The court orders the question to be placed on fall ballot after evidence showed a majority of local voters in favor. The Ingial committee of attorneys attended while J H Knight presented the petition. No opposition appeared.
Ambitious merchants protest the government decision to postpone the exposition to 1917. They condemn the indefinite postponement and voice concern over potential dangers and economic impact. Public sentiment appears divided as officials defend the delay amid uncertain prospects.
Ruan wins land deal amid crowded demonstration as thousands from Canada and nearby shores gather seeking settlement. Nerves fray as measures tally amid tense scene with officials overseeing the event.
The commission appointed to investigate the Colorado wreck convened in Bremerton Washington this morning. It will sit for three weeks and call every crew member to testify about any complaints regarding their treatment. Navigating officers testified today.
Haji Singh of Wala receives a letter revealing he inherited $54,004 from a wealthy uncle in Astoria Oregon. Once a laborer, he has been thrifty but now departs to secure his share of the fortune left by his sister, who was a cotton grower.
Reported shooting near Jefferson Square in San Francisco claims the life of a man named Belsho vie who died instantly after a pistol discharge. Witnesses describe a state of distress tied to personal troubles as the presumed motive.
Arattla Washmagene W. Che te, candidate for the presidency on the prohibition ticket, arrived in the city today. He was met at the station by prominent men of the prohibition party and escorted to his hotel, drawing local attention.
The Republican state convention opened in Boise Idaho with Major Fred Roed of Twin Falls elected temporary chairman. W B Heyburn seeks U S Senate while J H Brady leads for governor and contests form over state treasurer between A A Hastings and H A Partridge. Attorney General race features Kawin Howell and Chwen, and Charles Holtman battles Barney ONeil for permanent chair.
The annual school election in the city proceeds this afternoon to fill two board seats left by J. C. White’s term ending with his death of J. Quadar. Only two candidates were known early, White and H. M. Timvey, until an opposition slate of BN. La Veime and M. Wrialet emerged, drawing a strong showing from supporters.
Lee M. Johan a wealthy Nome mining man was arrested in Seattle on murder charges involving his wife. Detected motives claimed to center on securing property via a forged power of attorney to gain title. Evidence suggests cremation and concealment linked to her death.
A garbled note from IMU LEPARATORE TNT CHICAGO indicates the Republican headquarters will unveil a campaign Walk of the Measure tomorrow. The literature will be in a text-book form and include acceptance pieces for H. Taft and James Sherman.
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