23 Apr 1906
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1906
Page
1
Overnight rain drenched thousands of homeless in parks and open lots as relief workers noted a harsher night. A relief committee member was killed by patrols while seeking shelter, and Roosevelt urged equal aid. fires waned as rain cooled the city in the wake of the quake.
The Senate adopted a resolution providing 1.5 million dollars for San Francisco relief. The House later concurred, making the additional 1.5 million dollars available for the sufferers.
An earthquake felt in Grants Pass Oregon at 1:12 AM caused residents to awaken as furniture moved and windows cracked. The tremor lasted 15 to 20 seconds with no serious damage reported.
Rain began after midnight in Oakland and continues, bringing hardship to refugees living outdoors in improvised camps.
A fire rekindled in the coal bunkers north of the ferry building after midnight yesterday. The blaze continued this morning and threatens the ferry building as authorities fight the stubborn flames.
Los Banos California April 23 earthquake devastates the town core demolishing brick buildings. Property loss estimated at one hundred fifty thousand dollars.
In San Francisco on April 23 H. C. Tilden a leading general relief committee member was shot dead after midnight while returning from Menlo Park in a car displaying a Red Cross flag. A companion was wounded and two local patrol members were arrested. The incident occurred at Twenty second Street as six gunmen opened fire. Police later detained two suspects. The report also notes a presidential letter about China.
E H Harriman telegraphed General Manager Bancroft to post a call for relief assistance to San Francisco. He emphasizes continued feeding of 200000 homeless and says railroads will move supplies at no charge via US quartermaster and local relief groups. Mayor Cleave notes a two day subscription open at his store to collect funds to be sent within 48 hours.
Community effort led by BIL Carney JACK Gaylord and JACK Adams seeks funding to enter a six club league including Pocatello Ogden Salt Lake Park City Murray and Eureka. President H Shepherd backs the plan with a pledge drive needing steady support through the season.
Taft calls for full Red Cross relief without regard to nationality. He asks to wire Dr. Devine in San Francisco and General Funston to ensure aid reaches Chinese as described in the daily press.
Washington April 23 The government will admit free of duty all supplies from Asia and British Columbia offered for relief of San Francisco. In the House Gaines Tennessee introduced a bill remitting all duty on lumber and other building materials used in rebuilding the destroyed city.
Five children were born last night in the hospitals established at Golden Gate park, bringing the park births to eighteen. Eight babies were born in Buena Vista park.
In San Francisco on April 22 it is announced the fire is extinguished to smoldering embers and homeless, shelterless people across the city now show markedly better condition. Substantial financial aid pours in from cities nationwide, with a grand total of 4,154,090 dollars subscribed.
In San Francisco on April 22 a surge of weddings followed a recent disaster. Women displaced from their homes appealed to fiancés and many engagements culminated in immediate marriages.
Washington April 23 The Supreme Court advanced the habeas corpus hearings of Moyer Haywood and Pettibone in the Steunenberg murder case and named the first Tuesday in October for their presentation.
Ogden reports more than six hundred refugees arrive from San Francisco at noon. Relief committee feeds travelers described as a retreating army, many hatless and coatless. Most refugees head to Chicago. Southern Pacific transports them free of charge with hot coffee, lunches, and milk for babies.
C C Lindgren of the Lindgren Hicks firm returned from San Francisco with definite news that the disaster will not deter planned skyscrapers. He said many major buildings reported destroyed can be rebuilt at a great expense in San Francisco.
A notable lightweight clash is set for April 27 at the Salt Palace saucer track in Salt Lake City. Fighting Dick Hyland, known for his strength and speed, meets Young Corbett, former world featherweight champion, who is favored by many to capture the championship title once held by Jimmy Britt and Battling Nelson.
Notice is given that E. S. Anderson E. P. Bigelow and J. P. Congdon doing business as The Bannock Engineering Company dissolved the partnership and ceased operations as such on April 20, 1906.
Wireless telegraph stock is offered for sale. Interested parties may contact J F Anderson at Pierce & Grays real estate office 309 West Center Street Pocatello Idaho by letter or call.
Dover England April 23 A Belgian training ship foundered off Prawle Point. The captain and thirty three men were drowned.
Chicago April 23 No 2 Red wheat traded around 87 to 89 cents for May delivery as market closed with modest strength and thin volume.
In San Francisco on April 23 the citizens relief committee and Mayor Schmitz voted to urge the governor to withdraw state troops from the city amid complaints of harshness and carelessness by the militia.
News from New York on April 21 reports the San Francisco relief appeal has stirred global sympathy. Contributions from cities worldwide and European capitals push the San Francisco fund toward 10 million dollars, with Congress expected to add 1.5 million beyond the 1 million already appropriated.
Ice cream sherbet and ices offered at Peter Sen and Holmes shop likely a neighborhood refreshment point with assorted frozen treats for customers seeking cool desserts.
This salve is intended for sore nipples burns frost bite chapped hands itching piles skin diseases including tetter salt rheum ring worm scald head herpes barber’s itch scabies or eczema. It has met with unparalleled success in treatment. Price 25 cents per box for sale by all druggists.
Kane's advertises bulk olives mince meat and sweet sour and dill pickles available for purchase with a variety of flavors and large quantity options for home cooks and small eateries.
Mortised and tenon screens with patent reversible hinges are advertised as guaranteed. The sale emphasizes durability and the value of screen doors and screens.
A special for YMCA members will be held Tuesday evening in the rooms starting at a specified time. It is initially for members only with invitation extended to members and ladies when more room becomes available. Music and refreshments planned.
To the many friends who offered help during the recent Hines death and burial of our husband and father we return our sincere thanks. Their kindly acts and sympathy we shall cherish and remember. Mrs Jacob Schmitt and family.
San Francisco lies without passenger transport after the quake. Cars on Fillmore run free except for boys while Sutter and Pacific avenues may be horse drawn. Federal troops under General Funston control central city areas from Port Mason with 3,000 forces. U S Marshal Shoup of Alaska survived the quake and is safe in Piedmont Park Oakland.
Plans and specifications are available at the company's office in Pocatello. Mr Latimer has charge of the project and intends to let the contract within a week for excavation rock foundation and brick work. bids can be prepared by interested contractors. Apr 21 1906.
Local exhibition notes Davenport showcasing products at Gate City Furniture Co. Aimed at drawing customers to the old stand, with display items and potential special offers announced.
Prairie Grove Ark resident T B Graham reports Snow Liniment cured his rheumatism after others failed. The remedy is sold by Mrs A L Cook and Red Cross Pharmacy with a persuasive call to buy today to avoid delayed relief.
Advertisement warns shoppers about imitations of Foley's Honey and Tar from Foley & Co Chicago. It touts genuine Foley's as popular, notes minor laxative effect and no opiates, and cautions against substitutes or Poley's Honey and Tar for children and delicate persons.
The Colorado Midland advertises round trip tickets from Salt Lake City to City of Mexico and return for $69.90 with sixty day validity and stopovers. A Salt Lake City to City of Mexico and return fare is $19.80. The offer includes daylight observation cars, scenic routes, and free illustrated books on Mexico. L. H. Marding, General Agent, 77 Went Beyond South, Salt Lake City, invites inquiries.
Harold Rubelman describes the 1906 earthquake and fires, detailing collapsed buildings, flying plaster, and refugees. He notes martial law in Oakland, fires in Frisco, explosions, water shortages, and relief efforts as thousands evacuate to nearby cities.
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