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The Blackfoot Optimist

Location

Blackfoot, Idaho, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1913

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Poole Resigns Again Amid Idaho Insane Asylum Turmoil

Dr. F. H. Poole tendered resignation as superintendent of the Idaho Falls insane asylum after a dispute with Irwin. Governor Haines previously requested Irwin’s resignation. Poole then withdrew theirs, Irwin was reinstated, and Poole plans to leave effective July. The episode reflects political strain on appointive duties and institutional leadership.

W. A. Clarke Montana Mat Quay United States Senate Haines Irwin Idaho Falls Fee Insane Asylum Poole Dr. Poole

Retirements of Longtime Idaho Lawyers Highlighted

The article notes Byrd Trego ending his practice in eastern Idaho since 1882 with an Eagle Rock office, and J. Ed. Smith of Idaho Falls planning a temporary retirement to improve health. It recalls Smith’s long residence, family ties, and early local developments including Eagle Rock’s first white girl and a Pee cart milestone.

Idaho Eagle Rock Idaho Falls Swith Omaha Massachusetts United States Naval Service Smith Actron Starks W. H. B- Crow Standrod Pocatello Mr. Smith

Testimony on Mrs Trego Cognizance Shown in Trial

From the Ada county inquiry Nellie Ray then thirteen alleges years of abuse by Byrd Trego editor of the Idaho Republican and Eastern Idaho Press Club president. The Home Finding Society witness described repeated assaults in Blackfoot and Boise amid court proceedings, with Nellie detailing the acts and Trego attempting to secure bonds.

Byrd Trego Bf the Idaho Republican Eastern Idaho Press Club Methodist Church Society of Bolne Nellie Ray Blackfoot Trego Wilam Jones Ada County She-Home Finding Society Idaho Republican Sagehurst Nellie Trego Boise Katherine Hummer Nellie Jones Good Sherif Fackrell Jensen Charles W. Fisher H. B. Curtis Probate G. F. Hansbrough Wa Trego Mrs. Trego Atosa Trego Mra. Trego Nelle Mr.Trego Misa Katherine Hummer Home Finding Society Crose F. W. Mitchell Mitchell Court House Hansbrough Migs Doyle N. M. Austin Hazel Graham Davis Mra Trego Byrd Halley

Tapple Accident In Lost River Country

Three men injured in a mine collapse and train collision are treated in Mackay. George Smith, a ranch hand, broke his leg. miners John Van Luyen and Jack Gordon suffered multiple injuries. Van Luyen later moved to Salt Lake for recovery. The accident involved prop timbers and a cavern collapse at the Daisy Black mine on the Little Lest river. Carey Act land title case to be heard in state supreme court involves Glenn R. Bothwell versus Bingham County. County officials travel to Boise. attorneys named for both sides. A baby boy arrives in Route 2 home, eight pounds, bringing joy and shifting family dynamics.

Mackay Matthaei Arco George Smith Sullivan Ranch Moore Daisy Black Little Lest River John van Luyen Jack Gordon Matchael Mitchell van Luyen Salt Lake United States Supreme Court of Glenn R. Bothwell Bingham County State of Idaho Heber C. C. Rich Distriot Court Sixth Judicial District Good G. F. Hansbrough Boise Skeen Bros. & Wilkins W. A. Lee

Stores Observe Nine Hour Day For Women Clerks

City stores with women employees have begun a nine hour day. Brown Hart store clerks started duties noon on Saturday to finish at 9 pm. Smaller towns not as strict but change aims to grant rest. May Day events listed, Mothers Day May 11, Peace Day May 18, Decoration Day May 30. Police warn youths using violent slingshots face reform school.

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City Council Adopts Orders On Ditch Water and Dances

City councilors Stevens O Neil Davis CaCour Van Bramer Bond and Younie met Tuesday. Minutes approved. Bond urged water from west side of Shilling Ave for the Hesse properties. Hesse noted ditches cut water to northeast town. Committee to consider without piping water through Watson property. Mayor West referred matters to street and alley committee with power to act. Davis moved, vote carried. Rev Barnetable urged action on youth dances and cattle handling with an ordinance for dances. Rev Jewell supported. ordinance referred to law and order committee and attorney. P J Moran sought depot manhole connection at West Idaho and alley back of Commercial hotel. referred to street and alley committee with power to act. Parkinson asked about culverts for Parkinson addition. referred to street and alley committee with power to act. Van Bramer moved to refer. G W Wilson requested sidewalk on north side of block 26. last fall walkway order to be completed.

Stevens O'Neil Davis CaCour van Bramer Bond Younie Hesse Shilling Ave Frank Hesse Watson West Attreet and Alley Committee Barnetable Jewell Law and Order Committee P. J. Moran Idaho Street Parkinson G. W. Wilson Hand

Also Mentioned on This Page

F. H. Poole Tapple Lost River Country Herb Adams Route 2 Herb A. B. Richards Dr. Hoover Millick Block Clarinda Daisy Neil F. Boyle & Company Reform School A. H. Simmons U.S. Depository For Postal Saving Funds Pearson & Company North Main Street Parkinson Realty and Investment Co Blackfoot, Idaho
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