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Newspaper
Lewiston Daily Teller
Location
Lewiston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1901
Page
6
The Burleigh reapportionment measure secures House approval amid a broad party alignment. Lawmakers vote to increase membership and redraw districts, signaling shifts in political representation for the region.
Washington Jan 10 The House approved the regiment plan increasing next decade’s membership from 357 to 386 with 105 votes to 8. Illinois New York and Texas each gain three seats while Minnesota New Jersey Pennsylvania gain two. Several states gain one seat including Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Florida Indiana Massachusetts Mississippi Missouri North Carolina North Dakota Washington West Virginia and Wisconsin. New state admissions add seats beyond the base total and districts must be contiguous and compact. Additional representatives may be elected at large until redistricting occurs.
M L Floyd reports experimental Sumatra tobacco planting under a nine foot shade in Hagtrorp Connecticut. One third of an acre produced 700 pounds cured, valued at $443.07, approx 1421 dollars per acre, net profit about 90 dollars per acre after shade and framing costs.
In Boisix Idaho the lower house drew a crowded scene as the chamber debated its organization. Fusion nominees were elected after Republicans teased them, with Glen P. McKinlay of Shoshone serving as the new speaker amid the coin toss and political theater.
In the caucus the old-timers turned against him as he seeks the speakership. Mc Kinley, youngest legislator at under 22, shows nerve to navigate parliamentary tangles and may Reedize some colleagues to prevail. The rest of the day was otherwise calm with full attendance and readiness for hard work.
Ellwood Indiana January 10 The sale of the Standard Seamless Tube company to the National Tube company ensures active manufacturing with higher output from the current 65 tons per day. The two plants are among the finest in the country, giving National Tube greater capacity and size range in seamless tubing.
New Orleans shows strong growth as the sub-treasury moves currency for sugar rice and cotton. Planters and interior merchants hold funds longer, strengthening independence and nest eggs.
An American syndicate, the North River Lumber and Pulp Company, plans a large pulp mill near the North River in Staines district this month and another on the same river in Victoria county. Extensive timber lands have been acquired and many workers will be employed in both mills. Output will be shipped to the United States.
The naval board led by Judge Advocate General Limely travels to Havana to inspect the large floating steel dry dock owned by the Spanish firm Fivemoment in Havana Harbor with intent to buy if feasible. The party includes Chief Engineer C R Roelker Lieut Commander Lucien Young Naval Constructor Rock and Civil Engineer Cunningham.
Pittsburg January 10 furnaces in the Hahoming and Chenango valleys are active. Mary Hall and Youngston Steel Co. furnaces are making their annual runs. Business has picked up with repairs completed and furnaces ready for full operation.
The Bancroft Literary Society of Baltimore City College and Bancroft Reunion Association mark their asth anniversary tonight. Founded in 1876, the group claims to be the oldest literary society in the south. A theater celebration will be followed by a banquet.
Salt Lake City officials report that James Lynch and Robert L. King are scheduled to be shot tomorrow at the county jail for the murder of Godfrey Procase at the Sheep Ranch gambling house. Lynch requested the sentence and King reiterates the claim of innocence.
Washington January 10 Archbishop Martinelli is seen as likely to be named cardinal. Mgr Satteli was elevated in Rome for his work in the United States, and the pope may announce Martinelli’s cardinalate in appreciation of his efforts here.
The Texas Real Estate and Industrial Association opened a two day session in Hillsboro Texas with over 200 delegates attending Distinguished speakers from Houston Fort Worth Greenville and Waco are present for the gathering.
Washington Jan 10 Representative Jenkins of Wisconsin reported a judiciary committee backed bill to fix abuses under the Chinese exclusion act. The measure, favored by the attorney general, targets unlawful entries prompted by a New York condition and upheld citizenship rulings that allow border crossers to bypass certificates. In Franklin County two Chinese entrants faced Commissioner Paddock at Malone for trial with few deportations reported.
Nearly half a million people from all parts of the world entered the United States last year seeking permanent homes. Immigration totals are expected to reach about 460,000 for the year with Austro-Hungary, Italy and Russia each contributing around 100,000, Ireland 40,000, the rest of the United Kingdom 10,000, and tropical sources under 4,000.
The New York Athletic Club held its annual elections on January 10. Elected as president was John R.R. Van Norma, with Albert E. Colfax as vice president, Charles L. Burnham as secretary, Charles E. Goodhue as treasurer, and Charles E. Sherrill as captain. Governors for two years include R. H. Goffe, Edward E. Kearney, Joseph J. O'Donoghue Jr., J. Ross Curran, James R. Ely, George W. Kuhlke, Mortimer Bishop, and Robert C. Kamever.
Women's national bowling tournament began January 7 in Buffalo and runs through January 12. A large attendance is expected with events for individual, two team, three-team and five-team formats. Prizes total around 1500 dollars, funded by A.G. Spalding & Bros. and others.
Boston, Jan 10 President Scrymser of the Mexican Telegraph company notes a 20 year operation span proving submarine cable property more durable than railroads and factories. He adds that when well located geographically it yields larger receipts with lower operating costs and repairs than the other property types.
The legislature urges the national body to prioritize a strong memorial on improving the Columbia River over a partisan rush to pass a ship subsidy measure. It argues lasting value lies in constructive infrastructure action, not in expedited subsidy politics.
The Western Passenger Association informs the National Live Stock Association secretary that one fare tickets for the Salt Lake City show are valid today through the 17th with return until January 31. Delegates may extend the trip to the Pacific coast. the offer covers Wisconsin, Minnesota, the Dakotas, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma Indian Territory, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and Utah. The Southwestern Association offers a one fare rate from Texas.
Charles L. McUin was executed by hanging today for the December 29, 1899 murder of Robert E. Turner near East Capitol and Eleventh streets. A pen knife caused Turner’s death after a jealousy prompted quarrel with McUin, who had been involved with a young woman who favored Turner.
Columbia College gymnasium must raise about $2,000 to clear debts while $8,800 remains due on Columbia Field. If the shortfall is not bridged soon, no athletes will participate at Columbia this spring. A concert tonight is expected to raise $2,000.
James Lynch and Robert L. King face execution by gunshot for the killing of Godfrey Browse at the Sheep Ranch gambling den The convicts chose shooting over hanging as their punishment and the date was set for the sentence in Lake City Utah
The Pennsylvania Light and Power Co. applied to Governor Stone for a charter to supply light heat and power to the public in Allegheny. Also notes items for sale at Russell's grocery including fruit cake ingredients and a 4 room rental with basement and barn at North Park place near Normal.
The Lewiston Milling Co offers to store up to 40 000 bushels of wheat for milling purposes with no storage charges. The Prescription Drug store relocates to the former Fashion site, with Captain Schattner supervising all prescriptions and private recipes. Notice to Stockholders: Lewiston Light Co Ltd annual meeting set for January 14, 1900, at 8 p.m. at Lewiston National Bank office. -S. H. Rep, Secretary.
Ora L Kennedy and Susan E Schaffer announce the dissolution of Kennedy and Schaffer a partnership. Ora L Kennedy remains in charge of the business and assumes all liabilities and assets are retained by Kennedy. Dated December 12 1900.
Notice states the law partnership act between D Culver Elmer E Halsey and Miles S Johnson doing business as Culeeh. Halsey Johnson at Lewiston Idaho was dissolved by mutual consent on December 31 1900 with Emer E Halsey and Miles S Johnson retiring from the firm. Frederick D Culver Elmer E Halsey Miles S Johnson remain.
Two notices detail estray cattle taken up in 1900. John McNulty seeks charges for a sorrel mare branded T P and a black gelding. sale after forty days per state law. Ros't. Hayter reports two heifers branded q q and a red muley with same marks, claimable by owner on proving ownership and paying charges near Big Eddy on Clearwater.
Beeman November 24 1900 a gray mare about eight years old weight 950 pounds with brand B on left hind quarter eight inches long is at residence near the oud of the sear see 31 36 ur W B M owner to prove ownership and pay costs to reclaim, signed Charles R Trede.
Notice to creditors for multiple Idaho estates. William McDonough and Elias S White estates seek claims within four months of first publication. Administrators Mary A White and L Phillips listed. notices from Nez Perce county probate court and residence addresses provided. Also notice for William Andernacht estate and stockholders meeting of Kettenbach Co Limited with date January 15 1901 and Lewiston Bank location.
I took up at the residence of B H Terteling three and one half miles southeast of Lewiston on September 27 1909 the following estrays a mare about 8 years old with a facial stripe weight 909 branded diamond with straight line over it left shoulder bay mare about 8 years old weight 850 branded O on right stifle and 11) on left stifle brown gelding about 10 years old weight 900 white stripe in face branded with a third picture on left shoulder saddle marks owner can have said property on proving same and paying charges as prescribed by law ted Jan 6 1901
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