29 Apr 1905
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1905
Page
1
A powerful tornado swept across southwestern Texas and Laredo on the Mexican border, killing 14 in Laredo and four in New Laredo, with heavy property damage and telegraph lines down. Rain and hail accompanied the storm as frail shacks and many dwellings were destroyed.
A special train carrying Robert C. Ogden and northern educators to a South education conference collided with a freight train near Greenville. A flagman and three dining car staff were killed. several educators were injured including Yale’s Henry W. Farnam and Lt. Cliir McKelway. notable passengers included former North Carolina Governor Aycock and Seth Low. The wreck then caught fire.
Assistant Attorney General Campbell holds the interior department cannot interfere with traffic in alcoholic beverages on lands under government irrigation projects. The ruling responds to the reclamation service claim that liquor trade disrupts reclamation work. The decision impacts the MinDak project in Tahoe where horsemen have established a parallel trade.
Washington April 24 Secretary Pattie receives orders from President Roosevelt to recall Bowen from Caracas to Washington and move Russell from Colombia to Caracas. Barrett, at Panama, to Colombia. If Gowen’s action on Loomis charges is not staid, Gowen may be sent to Chile and then likely as ambassador to Brazil.
Diplomatic efforts in Washington push for an early end to the war with Russia and Japan. Baron Sternburg Jusserand and Durand plan trips after talks with President Roosevelt, signaling a possible opening for peace negotiations this summer.
The remark notes that opinion differences cause progress and clash, while consensus exists among flour users who hail it as the best ever. The product is sold at Black's Grocery and James Dwyer's.
A panicky closing hour drove heavy stock selling across major exchanges with rumors of solvency concerns. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh led steel stock unloads as margins tightened and brokers prepared for next day ac counts. Wheat futures declined with May and July futures lower on the Chicago market with May at 1% down at 74 and July down 14g at 83, No 2 Red grain quoted 88 to 91.
In Chicago on April 29 disorders tied to the teamsters strike continued with attacks on non union drivers. Non union workers retaliated at times and a black non union plumber was severely slashed in the throat amid shootings. More teamsters are being drawn into the strike.
Milwaukee April 29 William Plankington head of the Plankington Packing company and one of the foremost citizens of Milwaukee died today of pneumonia aged sixty one years
Mazatlan dispatch reports Pisa Sua Chile facing bubonic plague with 10 to 30 daily deaths. Burial laws fail, corpses rot in streets spreading contagion. Quarantine guards shoot those attempting escape from the city.
In San Francisco on April 29 the grand jury investigates the city and county treasurer auditor and license collector over the recent large defalcation by Tax Collector Smith. Indictments against several other officials are reported possible.
A seven year old boy from Mann Creek near Weiser Idaho saved his two year old sister from a house fire yesterday morning. He left the burning building after escaping but returned to rescue her as the structure collapsed, destroying all. The family, led by Mr Jones, faces heavy losses from the fire in the recently built home.
The London Tit-Bits describes the Red Sea voyage misery caused by engine stoppages and daily hot winds. It notes two days of extreme heat followed by lighter conditions, with crowding liners sometimes turning back to provide brief relief for passengers.
Salt Lake April 29 The first work on the Western Pacific line began yesterday with 60 men grading a connecting track between the Rio Grande Western yards and the proposed main line. An expanded crew was set to work today as construction proceeds vigorously under Chief Engineer Yard of the Denver and Rio Grande. The connecting line departs the Rio Grande track at Ninth South and runs one mile north.
Rome reports Cardinal Andrea Ajuti archbishop of Verona died yesterday after a long liver illness. Born in Italy in 1849 he was created a cardinal in 1903.
A Repartee judge declines whisky tasting from a dealer while noting he tried a man today who had. The exchange highlights a sharp courtroom banter moment.
In Yucatan there are no fewer than sixty two ruined and abandoned cities. Children enjoy fun yet neglect reading. An uncle on his hands and knees is valued more than the humorists' written words.
Reported rumors of President Roosevelt's illness near West Divide Creek are denied by Secretary Loeb. A Smith ranch telephone says the President is resting but not indisposed, with plans for the party to rest the dogs. The Smiths emphasize no alarm and no illness spreading from the camp.
Dr. Sherman Youngblood of Midvale Idaho was examined by the lunacy board after becoming crazed by cocaine and morphine. He entered Deaton and Howell's store at Midvale with a shotgun aiming to shoot a man but was disarmed and confined until Sheriff Landson arrived.
Paderewski arrived from Buffalo and, under physician advice, cancels all dates. He will return to Switzerland after medical consultation.
A scientist with earthquake specialization explores a sea influx into crust fissures that contact molten lava, turning to steam and expanding vastly, causing upward pressure and downward impact that could trigger quakes. Other theories include Davy’s metals and water reaction, and crustal shrinkage as contributing factors.
A dainty tea from SchWling’s West is presented as easy to enjoy with a money back guarantee if customers are not satisfied. The grocer handles refunds for unsatisfied buyers.
A midwestern tea seller Schilling's Host led by Prof. Madisen at 217 North Garfeld Avenue encounters a rent snap linked to an almost new Kroeger plane. The report notes import activity and lingering economic pressures affecting small businesses in the era.
A sale note promotes Free Silver Flour highlighted for spaing advantages. It cites a tied customer AlWwaye A Mar and lists Black's Grocery and James Dwyer’s as selling points locations.
Boise piano tuner B Robison will be in Pocatello in May to take orders. All arrangements should be left at Charlee & Co.'s Book Store.
An advertisement promotes bottled beer labeled American CPilsener for sale at all barns at 20 cents per bottle. The brief notes availability and pricing for customers.
An advertisement proclaims Free Silver Flour as the undisputed leader of Western flours with a long record of merit and notes it is for sale.
Three estray horses listed for public sale if unclaimed by May 6 1904 at 10 o clock. Animals include a gray welding apalossa branded BJ Gd reversed on left thigh a bay mare with unknown brand a bay welding with diamond and bar on left shoulder and a light bay yearling with no brand. Sale to be held at rear of Stagner's barn per Chief SMITH of Police.
A Dash Nursery display shows pansies and violets in bloom led by Mrs. Winn offering dress hats from Mrs. Winn and Robbie. Customers are invited to call and choose a dress hat for one dollar.
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a dramatic recovery after using Rice the Bitters. He describes severe illness with jaundiced skin and weakness, says three physicians gave him up, and credits the first bottle with clear improvement after three weeks. He claims the product saved lives at only fifty cents and recommends it widely.
Sealed proposals due May 5 1005 at 4 PM to the secretary of The Dempsey Irrigation Co Dempsey Maho for canal work including earth 9847.7 yards loose rock 624 yards solid rock 1450 yards and a 101 yard solid rock tunnel all bids may be rejected. Apr 24 1005 Brady Stolph secretary Dempsey Ida
A bar listing highlights two whiskey brands, Old Crow bourbon and Mount Vernon rye, available at Bannock Bar with no additional details or context provided.
The ad asserts long experience in making high grade flour and invites buyers to try it. It notes the flour is widely known and lists Black's Grocery and James Dwyer as retailers.
L B Care City Clerk announces Wim Volschied as deputy clerk to issue emergency licenses and handle city business at Chaffee & Co store. All city bills must be presented sworn and itemized by the first of each month for audit before the Finance Committee meeting.
The Chicago Commercial Association delegation arrived in the city in private car Bunbeam, met city officials, and received the keys to the gate city before departing for Salt Lake City. The group, led by John H. Hardin, aims to study northwest trade, capital investment, and transportation opportunities, with a return to Chicago planned for May 5. The party includes prominent executives and representatives from Burley & Tyrrell, Gage Bros. & Co, Hibbard Spencer Bartlett, Marshall Field, and others.
Frank 1D at Crown's shop near Sorensen's Bakery invites inspection of his special screen pattern. He asks customers to leave street and number in the box and call indoors or by phone for measurements at 200 North Cleveland.
The piano tuner and regulator J Lenox Dougherty will base operations in Pocatello and spend much time there. Orders may be left at the Pocatello House. He has eleven years of experience and guarantees satisfaction.
Toe D winehart begins operation of a sea wagon named Pure Clear Tea with orders accepted at Hannock Abstract Company or via phone at 45 K.
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