Justifiable Death? Fred Riggen Shoots Pocatello Man
In Shoshone this morning Fred Riggen a painter and carpenter shot and killed Peter Clomas a Pocatello resident and Short Line worker after a Town altercation at the Temple Club saloon. Four bullets struck Clomas with a coroner’s inquest finding death from Riggen’s gun while the shooter awaited further action.
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Temple Club
Fred Rigaen
Wil Carpenter
Efmost
Eter Clomas
Pocate
Fred
Kaylas
Clemis
Preatello
Goldiby
Gooding
Ciomas
Shoshone
Columbia
McFall
Riggen
Colomus
Clomas
Clomes
Respected Citizen Gwin Dies at Slushstone Tubrning
William L Gwin a long time Idaho resident and cattleman died suddenly while driving cattle to Lobber. A funeral was held at the Methodist church with Rev Hostpl Bowler officiating. He was born March 12 1857 in Merced County California and moved to Idaho with his family as a child. Surviving are four sons and a daughter, with two younger children and the widow to be cared for.
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Wm. L. Gwin
Sliustone
Lobber
Oshone
Thue Place
Methodist Chun
Montag
Lwo Eteluck
Mr. Gwin
Merced Counte
Cat
Idaho
Onasia County
Issdie
Macy Darfee
Albion
Shuspune
Ray
Hagerman
Big Wood River
Nekom
Ray Ciwin
Porthind
Portland Business College
Jet
Fire damages barn near Vink residence in Shoshghe
An early morning alarm at one o'clock reported a fire behind Vink's residence destroying a barn and contents. Ducks and chickens were saved by volunteers as ten hose carts arrived quickly and contained the blaze. Damages estimated under two hundred dollars with no wind aiding spread.
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Vink
Hilding
Candidate for County Surveyor Nomination Declares Candidacy
The writer proclaims candidacy for the county surveyor nomination and voices opposition to the Republican county convention approval.
Shewsby Announces No County Assessor Subject
Announcement states the Republican County Conventions approve no county assessor subject as part of party decisions and local governance.
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Shepwby
Mysecfi
Fubject
Harry W. Anderson Seeks County Clerk Office Nomination
Announcing candidacy for the office of Clerk of the District Court Auditor and Recorder, subject to the Republican County Convention. Four years as Deputy have prepared me to provide good public service if elected. Harry W. Anderson.
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District Court
Ollicio
Republican County Convention
Harry W.A. Nderson
Announcement of Candidacy for Clerk of Convention
A speaker announces candidacy for the office of Clerk of Convention. The declaration presents intent to seek election and fulfill duties associated with the role.
Sheriff Nomination Declared Pending GOP Convention
George M. Brown announces candidacy for sheriff subject to approval by the Republican County Convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican County Convention
George M. Brown
Tama candidate for Commissioner subject to Republican County Convention
Tama candidate seeks the Republican County Convention approval for the Commissioner race. The move aligns with party processes and signals a formal bid following early discussions and local political dynamics.
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Republican County
Announcement of Candidate for County Assessor
A candidate announces their bid for the office of County Assessor. The notice indicates the campaign pursues the position pending action by the election authorities and outlines intent to serve the county with a focus on property assessment reform.
Thereutp Announces Run for County Representative Post
A candidate declares intention to seek county representative position pending approval by the local Republican committee. The entrant notes party backing and aims to serve under county governance, signaling formal candidacy steps forthcoming.
Borah Speech at the Opera House Targets Mormon and Tariff Issues
The Hon. W. E. Borah spoke last Wednesday at the opera house. He argued polygamy laws curb Mormon practices and criticized Senator Dubois on the matter. He praised tariff revision and Republican administrations, noting past prosperity and criticizing Democratic downturns under Cleveland.
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W. E. Borah
Opera House
Dulmie
U.S. Senate
U. S.senate
Dubois
Kenatur Dubs
Idaho
Air
Borah
Congress
Harticon
Cleveland
Washington
Minidoka Fire Destroys West End of Town
Fire swept Minidoka destroying the west end including Sears Hotel L N Haongs saloon lodging house and a drug store. The main buildings were burned with several small businesses and residences saved. assistance arrived too late as no locomotive could reach in time for rescue.
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Wonl
Snske
Sears
L. N. Haoged
Fee Drug Store
J. N. General Store
Accidental Shooting In Twin Falls Incident
Major Fred Reed suffered a nonfatal gunshot wound to the thigh in an alleged accidental shooting. McCollum, Costello, and an unnamed gentleman argued after a confrontation with McCollum arming himself. Reed wrestled the gun away as it was being pocketed, causing the wound. Reed will go to Boise tonight to prevent blood poisoning. The paper suggests McCollum only bluffing and would not have shot Costello.
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Fred Fred R. Reed
RB. M. McCollnn
Costello
Ince
Twin Falls
McColiits
McCollan
Mr. Reed
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P. J. Clomas
Fred Riggen
Dill
Baugh
Mate Wm
Bedy
The
Eagles
Pocatello
Ueydare
W. E. Borsh
Rocanrelt
Minidoka
Anapy
T. M. Patterson
Sumend Sp
Young Peoples
Bender
Geo. T. Webb
Young Peopless Work
United States
Gem State
Baptist Church
Giro Dines
Sheshone
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