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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1949
Page
1
The Post urges Pocatello electors to vote today in the city election while praising both mayoral candidates W. W. Halsey and Grant Stowell. It criticizes rival editorials, insists voters decide without outside pressure, and emphasizes civic intelligence and a prosperous future for Pocatello.
Blackfoot hosts Leonard E. Johnston and Idaho AEC officials with business and civic leaders from Blackfoot, Aberdeen, Firth and Shelley. They tour local sites and discuss reactor plant plans, boundaries, housing, schools, and how permanent staff should integrate into the community.
Mrs Flora Hansen of Bannock hotel was arrested for reckless driving after a collision at the Chubbuck intersection Monday afternoon. Three people were injured none seriously including Mrs Hansen and Mrs Paul Honas and Miss Pauline Honas. The Buick struck a truck driven by Paul Honas, 56, at about 45 mph versus 10 mph.
Witnesses testified before the Idaho Public Utilities Commission in Pocatello about Utah Power & Light Company seeking a nine percent Idaho rate increase, amounting to roughly 166 500 annually. AP&L officials described rising costs and growing Idaho demand while detailing past Idaho investments and 1948 financials.
Fair skies and warm weather set the scene for a record turnout in Pocatello city election with polls open 9 a m to 7 p m. Mayoral candidates Grant Stowell and W W Halsey expressed confidence as crowds gather in all districts and Alameda polls open Tuesday.
Miss Ethel Redfield aged 72 of Pocatello former Idaho superintendent of schools was reported in poor condition at Holy Cross hospital after a Friday auto collision. She suffered a fractured left hip and cuts and bruises. Redfield is a teacher and was a delegate to a childhood education association conference.
Pioneer league baseball opens at Halliwell park with the Cardinals defending champions facing the Twin Falls Cowboys. Manager Walt Lowe and new Cardinals players bring a fresh look, while Charlie Metro leads the Cowboys with a new roster. The gate opens at 6 30 p m with ceremonies at 7 45 p m and an expected crowd around 4 000.
U S navy begins evacuation from Shanghai as Chinese Communist forces push from the city's sea outlet. USS Eldorado leads ships down the Whangpoo river toward the Yangtze to avoid entrapment. The incident includes an invasion of ambassador J Leigh Ton Stuart's bedroom and a protest to Communist authorities.
Miss Lillie Jensen of Oregon sues Michael Barclay of Idaho for $100,000 in federal court in Boise, alleging he promised to marry her in 1947 and 1948 then married Rose Mortimore in March. She alleges Barclay, worth at least $350,000, urged her to sell a car and used the funds for clothing in expectation of marriage.
Billy Rose presents a comprehensive world tour report as he charts stops, performances, and impressions across continents. The piece highlights itinerary, venues, and anticipated impact on his schedule and public reception.
Walter George, an Indian, was reported in serious condition at a Blackfoot hospital after being struck by an automobile. The driver was Dan Hill of Blackfoot, with state police officer Bruce Kuntz stating the incident occurred on the highway north of Blackfoot. No official force details were available at press time.
Bannock County commissioners expect bids soon for a $900,000 county hospital. Commissioner Roy T. Hale cites rapid bidding as key to starting construction. Ten proposed site lots were the main obstacle, but a land swap with Idaho State College officials resolved the issue at no extra land cost.
Pocatello firemen battled a late night blaze that gutted a trailer house owned by mm Wray at 356 South Sixth Avenue. Fire officials say the fire started from an overheated oil stove and damage is heavy.
The weather forecast calls for warmer conditions today with Tuesday and Wednesday expected to be fair and warmer. Tuesday’s high near 70 degrees, with Monday’s high at 68 and a 45 degree low reported.
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