Fatal murder suicide shocks town as Portuguese herder dies
A sheepherder named Gomes was found with a severed throat in a lodging house after a stabbing spree. Neighbors reported a chaotic scene with bloodstained rooms and a carving knife. Gomes died Monday afternoon after being discovered by Donovan, who later told his mother and summoned aid. Funeral services were held at Bronai’s parlors with Portugeuse workers in attendance. Gomes left funds to pay debts and send remaining money to his father. Authorities described the incident as a violent act followed by death by suicide.
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Finke
Bern
Nevin
Sone Tine Pakr
Nunes Ciems
Porgant Gti Health
Monorni
Leo Ponovan
Jenny
Gomes
Baugh
Iman
Lehman
Gonies
Lecome
Donovan
Gomer
Simi
Bronnai
Novingyr
Darrah
Local Paper Change In American Falls Advertiser
Enys Peper reports Fred Kt. Reed has purchased the American Falls Advertiser from Dewitt H. Brown and will take charge immediately to improve the plant. The Major, promoter of Barley, now leads the American Falls townsite and pledges bold efforts to publicize the area and its abundant opportunities for settlers, with plans for an up to date newspaper.
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Fred Kt. Reed
American Falls
Stranded troupe leaves Mountainhome after hail of bad luck
The George Sanvales traveling company, formed in Denver, played Mountainhome briefly with poor reception. Manager George Stevenson fled to Shoshone after a cash advance, leaving the troupe stranded with $275 each in back salaries. Members scattered to Boise, Salt Lake City, Pocatello. Abe Gerson labeled the luckiest man in the bunch.
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Mountainhome
George Sanvales
Denver
Hailey
George Stevenson
Silenn’s Ferry
Shoshone
U's
Oaha
Garrett Opera Osse
Boise
Sat Lakeo
Pocatello
Defective Rail Debacle Delays Westbound Train Near Shoshone
A damaged rail derailed several cars of No 6 as it moved onto a siding to allow No 1 to pass near Shoshone Tuesday night. One elderly man was injured while a water tank and baggage car were damaged. The wreck was cleared by noon the following day and trains resumed normal movement.
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Vasthond
Shoshone
Notwich
Death of infant Ella Clara Anderson
Elfin Cara, infant daughter of Mr and Mrs George H Anders on, died Tuesday after a four day illness of convulsions. The child fell ill Friday night and Saturday morning grew worse with convulsions hourly. Dr Baugh attended, improvement followed, then a relapse and death early Tuesday morning.
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Elfin Cara
Dangides
Mr. and
Mes
Geo. H. Andersen
Stonach
Dr. Baugh
Masquerade Ball Postponed to St Valentine’s Day
New Year’s Eve masquerade ball has been postponed to February 14 after the hall was found pre booked by the Lyceum Entertainment Bureau. Organizers expected a successful event but equipment and arrangements proceed, with plans for a February 14 revival announced.
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Lyceum Entertainment Bureau
Christmas Dance At Gooding School House
A Christmas night dance is announced at the Gooding school house on December 25, 1906. Supper will be served at the new Gooding hotel, now open to the public, with good music and a good time assured.
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M. W. of A
Vie General Arraungement Committee
Gooding
Baptist Church Announces Special Services Next Sunday
The Baptist church schedules two services next Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7:20 p.m. The morning sermon will discuss a scene from a cartoon of an aged couple seeing the Holy City and contemplating going Home, with the Holy City sung as a solo. An event on January 22 offers an Evening topic and Christmas service for a fee, with a limited ten day period and a sixty day return rule. L. Halbert, agent, extends a warm welcome to all.
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E Halbert
Direct Primary Law Debate Letters From Senator Heyburn to Edgar Wilson
Senator Heyburn writes from Washington in December 1906 to Boise official Edgar Wilson about the proposed direct primary law. He notes Idaho Republican platform removal of the direct primary pledge and argues for a cautious primary system to protect party integrity, including possible party registration and opposition to direct primaries. The letter outlines historical opposition to direct primaries and emphasizes principles over individuals, with continuation referenced on page 4.
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Edgar Wilson
Heyburn
Washington
Dee
Boise
Idaho
Mr. Wilson
Pocatello
Republican Party
Republiccan
Directi
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Senator Weyburn
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