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Newspaper
Lewiston Daily Teller
Location
Lewiston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1902
Page
4
The Lewiston Teller lists C. A. Fortiman as publisher with weekly subscription $1.50 and various terms. It notes postal classification and Lewiston Postoffice second class matter, providing contact and pricing details for readers.
The article contrasts Edwin Burritt Smith of Ashfield and President Roosevelt on U S actions in the Philippines. It praises American efforts to educate and empower Filipinos toward self government, claiming civil and religious rights are protected while stressing tangible self government gains and American statesmanship. It notes European observers’ quixotic views and argues anti imperialists remain few.
Chairman Gooding notes a steady drift toward the Republican party in all regions of the state. The trend began long ago and has persisted, with the party facing varying levels of opposition since 1896. The shift has remained pronounced over the past four years.
Pocatello Idaho September 4 Special to the Teller The Democratic state convention began at 11 am with Martin forces pushing for a state chair. Fraser Watt and Moyer vied for temporary chair, Watt leading the ballot with 126 to Frasers 104 and Moyers 11. Hunt supporters vow continued fight as adjournment was taken until 4 pm.
Frank Hunt won on the first ballot at Pocatello with 129 votes, as the Hunt Dubois machine captured the county against Governor supporters. Jackson and Lippincott withdrew amid one of the state’s fiercest political fights.
In Pocatello the Democratic state convention nominated Jos H Hutchinson for congress on the third ballot amid a tense race over the Idaho governorship. Hunt and Martin falter as Watt of Hailey leads anti Hunt caucus with Watt named temporary chairman. Heitfeld move to governor thwarted. Moore wins 96 votes in congress tally. final ballot shows Hutchinson securing Sovereign’s strength in Huot alignment.
David O. Powell of Asotin bought Joe Kincaid’s share in Lewiston Bakery and Grocery. Powell, long connected with the firm, previously sold out to run a general store in Asotin. After weeks seeking a Sound location, he returns to Lewiston to operate again. A large residence is being built on Normal Hill for his family.
William Evans of Agatha replenishes stock after a scythe accident bruise on his left hand causes pain. He disputes Ul Desac’s claim that shippers in his area sent the first grain car this year. The first car actually left Agatha three weeks earlier, with grain raised by Russ Hoffman in Summer Fallow near Hubbard Gulch.
In the District Court of Idaho Northern Division Samuel S Perine is declared bankrupt on August 8 1902 by his own petition. The first meeting of creditors to file and establish claims choose a trustee and examine the bankrupt will be held at the referee’s Lewiston Idaho office on September 10 1912 at 10 AM. Creditors may mail or file proofs prior to the meeting with Referee Van W Hassrouck.
Land Office notice from Lewiston Idaho dated August 4 1902 states Louis H Tipton of Lapwai Idaho has filed for final proof to support his land claim for lots 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 and 20 in section 12 Sardwam and will prove residence and cultivation before the Register and Receiver at Lewiston on September 14 1902 witnesses Allen Long Joseph Murray Noble Henry and David Carlson.
Public land notices from Lewiston Idaho declare timber land filings by Alfred Damas and Amy D Kettenbach with sworn statements for sections 23 24 and 2 3 in townships 33 36 north range 4 west and other entries. Notices specify witnesses, contest details, and dates for hearings in November and September 1902.
The District Court of Idaho Nez Perce County issues a summons to Edward Suprenante in a divorce action with Emma Suprenante. The complaint alleges a Montana marriage in 1897 and desertion in 1902, with a deadline to answer set at ten to forty days depending on service location. Attorneys McFarlane & McFarland sign. A note mentions water main piping unloaded at the Boston warehouse opposite the courthouse.
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