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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1925
Page
1
Etampes France Aug 8 The trench aviators Brouhin and Landry set a world non-stop flight record covering 4100 kilometers 2546 miles. They remained airborne at 10 pm with fuel to continue for hours more as crowds of motorists pedestrians and Americans watched along Etampes Chitres hills.
Berlin Aug 8 AP reports Germany approved tax legislation delivering roughly seven billion marks in revenue and completing a sweeping taxation reform since the war. Chancellor Luther argues tariffs protect industry while opposing universal tariff removal unless major trading powers change practices.
New York August 8 AP An order requires all interested in the Vanderbilt property to show cause why Mrs Alice Vanderbilt widow of Cornelius Vanderbilt should not sell the Fifth Avenue mansion. She seeks permission to sell for 7 100 000 noting neighborhood change as reason. Mansion built in 1897 valued at 1 550 000 assessed.
Dublin reports two children dead from starvation in Clonmel and a mayoral plea for relief loans. Officials say unemployment figures rise, only about 100 receiving dole, with many without support amid food shortages and welfare worries. Plants and housing projects discussed as possible relief.
In New York on August 8 a scheduled 12 round boxing match between Battling Siki and Joe Silvani was halted in the eighth round as the referee ruled Siki did not fight with full effort. The decision gave the victory to Silvani.
Swampscott August 8 AP Secretary Hoover met with President Coolidge to discuss the anthracite situation and a proposed commercial operation of the Navy airship Los Angeles. Hoover reported strong U S economic health with low unemployment though some sectors need improvement and noted ample coal stocks reduce panic risk.
In Rye New York August 8 AP Helen Wills Berkeley national champion and Elizabeth Ryan California failed to meet after Ryan defaulted her semi final due to illness. Molla Mallory New York advances as Wills faces Eleanor Goss in a lengthy semi final that lasted 88 minutes with Goss edging ahead.
Washington reports recount results in the Iowa senatorial contest show Daniel F. Steck gaining 291 votes over the auditor’s tally. Brookhart supporters challenge ballots in Lee county while awaiting results from Linn, Jones, and Kossuth counties and expect further narrow ballots in Lynn county.
Fez August 8 AP The Morocco situation improves militarily as French reinforcements strengthen the Ouergha front and Abd El Krim grows irritable. Rebels reportedly punish timidity while Madrid peace terms stay provisional awaiting further developments. Officials expect Krim to resist peace talks and endure until mid October when rain aids campaigning.
John L. Lewis, president of the United Mine Workers, declares outsiders cannot arbitrate in hard coal labor talks. He attacks anthracite operators for seeking arbitration on wages and living standards, arguing core issues involve life, earnings, and family welfare, not negotiable terms.
Chicago officials reported no information on the air mail value stolen in a San Francisco holdup. The inspector's office would be the only place likely to hold such details, and its location was not specified.
Missoula August reports indicate fires across western Montana remain critical with ongoing demand for more firefighters. The Falcon fire, crossing from Idaho, threatens no towns but prompts trenching by large forces. Bit ter Root area closed to campfires. a Butte firefighter faces 100 days in Avery Idaho for refusing to assist. Deputy Frank Fol, Beaver precinct, sustained injuries in a nearby incident.
Edward I. Doheny announced the completion of a contract in Los Angeles. Pan-American Western Petro buys Pan-American Petroleum and Trans-company. The Pan-American company's California subsidiary capital stock is now held by the combined firm.
In Werder Germany millions of bees in the Werder district were killed after an alleged sprinkler incident involving fruit trees. Authorities investigate possible pesticide or irrigation mishap.
Billionaire Edward W. Browning repudiates Mary Louise Spas after a dramatic adoption and a suicide attempt. A Queens County conference with officials aims to nullify the adoption and curb any claim to Browning’s fortune. Mary Louise, denying her claimed age, faced questioning alongside Browning as authorities plan next steps.
Manuel Gallegos, a Del Norte sheepherder, faced a sleeping female grizzly during a sheep search. He escaped with a broken wrist, severe bruising, and a fractured cheekbone after a brief, hand-to-paw struggle that ended when his dog distracted the bear.
French forces capture Amergoy, a Moroccan stronghold about 25 miles southeast of Fez, at bayonet point. The action stirs native tribes including the Tsouls, once fierce warriors, to waver in loyalty to Abd el Krim.
Walter Simmons condemned to death filed a motion for a rehearing with the clerk of the Nebraska Supreme Court. Defense attorney E P Holmes sought a stay and appeal from the district court ruling in Lincoln.
Tribune Special reports at the Wher convention closing session C W Worthwine elected state American glen with opponents Christiansen of Downey and Jay Whing of Pocatello. New officers include Lester Albert state adjutant W O Paul Rupert J W Fl aherty Blackfoot district vice commanders and Lewiston chosen for 1926 convention. National convention delegates named from districts one and two with alternates listed. National Commander Drain to visit Pocatello August 11 for a post dinner.
Miss Margarite McPherson files a $100,000 suit for false imprisonment against State's Attorney Robert E. Crowe Chief of Police Morgan A. Collins and other officials connected to the Drake hotel daylight robbery in which a clerk was killed two robbers died two were captured and a fifth fled.
A charred body found July 30 in a partially burned plant is being investigated to confirm if it is Walnut Creek chemist Charles Henry Schwartz. Three individuals have claimed identification, while Contra Costa district attorney A Tinning warns the match is not yet conclusive. Mrs Schwartz insists the body is her husband and will provide physical proof, while investigators check alibis and cross state tips.
Rio Grande rose two feet after heavy rains in Hatch and Son NM. Flood crest due through El Paso around 6 p m. Canutillo TX reported renewed land overflow. city avoids serious damage as engineers monitor dikes and maintain emergency forces.
Federal agents search for two men and a woman believed to be Forlini confederates after Romeo Forlini of New York is arrested in Hamilton Ontario. Forlini, arraignment in Buffalo, allegedly masterminded an international Liberty bond theft. investigators indicate two advance agents and a traveling companion are involved.
In Glacier National Park near Lake McDonald, a massive forest fire spreads two and a half miles, endangering summer homes and forcing residents to seek shelter in Belton. Over 250 firefighters work to keep flames from J M Gruber's Gruber cabin and nearby properties. A second blaze burns on Flat Top mountain, putting Charles M Russell's cabin at risk.
The will of the late William Jennings Bryan filed in Dade county probate court provides for Mary Baird Bryan to receive household furnishings and one third of the estate. Daughters Ruth Bryan Owen and Grace Bryan Harareers and son Jennings Bryan Jr receive one fourth of the remaining two thirds each. A quarter of the remainder is given to distant relatives and to funds supporting religious and intellectual aims.
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