Bryan Accepts Democratic Nomination in Lincoln
In Lincoln on Aug 12 W J Bryan accepts the Democratic presidential nomination. He vows a government by and for the people, promising justice and shared prosperity, as he stands with running mate John W Kern before a cheering crowd at the capitol grounds.
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Lincoln
Neb
W. J. Bryan
Democratic Party
United States
John W. Kern
Capitol
Mr. Bryan
Henry D. Clayton
Alabama
Mack
John F. Nugent
Des Moines
Iowa
Clayton
Committee On
Kern
Capitol Building
Buhl Kuhn Agreement Settles Major Idaho Water Deal
The Boise Capital News reports a settlement between Frank H. Buhl of Sharon, Pa and the Kuhn Brothers of Pittsburgh over the Bruneau Twin Falls irrigation project in Owyhee county. Water rights priced at 50 per acre, with a 500,000 acre reservoir plan and canal extensions, will trigger multi‑million dollar preparations and a large scale land opening.
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Boise Capital News
Frank H. Buhl
Sharon
Twin Falls
Kuhn
Pittsburg
Buhl
Purdy
State Land Board
Northside
Kuhn Brothers
State Board
Interior Department
Milner
South Side
Ise
Owyhee
Snake River
Wright Successfully Flies Aeroplane in Le Mans
Wilbur Wright of Dayton Ohio made a notable flight at Le Mans this morning circling the field five times and staying aloft six minutes and 56 25 seconds. The aircraft reached about 90 feet with a ten mile per hour wind, the strongest yet recorded, and experts deem the performance a marked improvement in pilot skill.
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Lemans
France
Wilbur Wright
Dayton
Ohio
Wright
Wheat crop short in Oregon Washington and Idaho
The Oregonian estimates the combined wheat crops of Oregon Washington and Idaho at 44,050,000 bushels with Washington 27,950,000 Oregon 11,850,000 and Idaho 4,260,000. The crop is about fourteen million bushels below last year but roughly two million above the ten year average.
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Portland
Ore
Oregonian
Oregon
Washington
Idaho
California Republicans face convention control shift
San Francisco Aug 12 reports 629 delegates to the state convention show 400 favoring regular Republican forces after yesterday's primaries. The result suggests that if Republicans win in November Senator George C. Perkins would be returned to Washington.
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San Francisco
George C. Perkins
Washington
Bruneau Twin Falls Project Details Include Long Canal
The article describes extending flood control works along the Snake River from Milner Dam to the headwaters with a major conduit across the Snake River Canyon. A South Side canal now 84 miles will extend 45 miles for the Bruneau Twin Falls project totaling 129 miles.
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Snake River Canyon
Braneau-Twin Falls
Meeting on Tilden Bridge contract in Pocatello
Citizens gather at city hall tonight to decide if the Denver Bridge company forfeits its 10500 contract for the Tilden bridge over the Snake River at Baughs Ford and whether its 1000 certified check is forfeited. President Moulton of the Denver Bridge company arrives for discussion. The aim is to secure an assignment of the uncompleted contract to Bannock Engineering or compel the company to resume work at the original price.
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Denver Bridge Company
Tilden
Snake River
Baugh’s Ford
Pocatello
Moulton
Pocatello Commercial Club
Tilden Bridge Fund
Denver Company
Bannock Engineering Company
Shooting at Grangeville Ends in Officer’s Death
Grangeville police officer H. Williams died at 4 am from wounds suffered last night after a confrontation with Joseph Sorrow a Grangeville blacksmith. Sorrow was wounded in both knees and faces first degree murder charges. Evidence shows a dispute over impounded stock led to the shooting after Williams tried to pacify the man. Williams fired twice before collapse. Sorrow shot in the legs.
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Grangeville
Williams
Cotton Corner Battle Shakes Wall Street Cotton Trade
In New York a tense fight between Wall Street bulls and local bears for cotton control resumed. Large blocks of 3000 to 4000 bales traded rapidly, forcing a pause in buying as October cotton slumped to nine cents, over two dollars below morning highs amid rumors of bull leadership splits.
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New York
Wall Street
Auto smashup kills Boston family member near Providence
Providence report says R L Rue 12 Jd Montgomery Sears of a leading Boston family was fatally injured and his chauffeur severely hurt when their high speed car broke down on Appenaug road five miles from Providence and plunged over a steep embankment.
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Providence
R. L. Rue
Jd. Montgomery Sears
Boston
Appenaug Road
Baseball Dance Tonight in Pocatello
The Pocatello baseball team hosts a grand ball at McNichols and Wright hall tonight. The decorated hall promises great enjoyment and proceeds will fund team strengthening and new equipment purchases.
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Pocatello
McNichols & Wright Hall
Hamiltons and Miss Malone Leave for Salt Lake Visit
John Hamilton and his sister, joined by his niece Miss Frances Malone, depart on train No. 10 for Salt Lake City to visit friends.
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John Hamilton
Frances Malone
Mr. Hamilton
Salt Lake
George Fisher Visits Pocatello From Bancroft
George Fisher of Bancroft and former mayor of Oxford is in Pocatello today on a business visit.
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George Fisher
Bancroft
Oxford
Pocatello
Mrs Armstrong Opens Hat Shop at 238 West Center
Mrs Chris Armstrong opens a hat shop offering a fine life of hats for ladies at 238 West Center, formerly the Torfenfe location. She invites all ladies to visit and view the selection.
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Chris Armstrong
West Center
Torfenfe
How to Avoid Appendicitis Advised by Constipation Link
The article claims most appendicitis victims are constipated and promotes Foley's Orino Laxative as a cure by stimulating liver and bowels to restore normal function. It emphasizes mild, pleasant taste and discourages substitutes.
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Foley
Tax Certificates Show Strong Delinquent Tax Sale
Delinquent tax list shows heaviest sale on taxes overdue in county history with more property bid in and certif icates issued than before. County Assessor Case completes certificates for 149 properties and will deliver them tomorrow. such purchases yield about 18 percent investment.
Minnesota primaries shape governor nominees
The Democratic primaries decide delegates to county conventions to choose delegates to the state convention in Minneapolis on August 19. Governor Johnson will likely not seek a third term though he is the party choice. W. R. Hammond or J. G. Armson expected as governor nominee. Day says JohnsonBryan split is healed, Republicans keep Johnson as hopeful.
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St. Paul
Minn
Minneapolis
Johnson
W. R. Hammond
St. James
J. G. Armson
Stillwater
Day
County Clerk Gallet Sends Out Registration Supplies
County Clerk Ed Gallet dispatched registration materials to precincts as registration opens September 1 and closes before the November election. Packages will be mailed by registered mail.
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Gallet
Ed. Gallet
Major Chicago Fire Destroys Garage and Cars
A blaze in Chicago on August 12 consumed a one story brick garage at 1710-1712 Indiana avenue used by C. A. Coey & Co. More than fifty automobiles and taxicabs were destroyed. The total loss is estimated near a quarter of a million dollars.
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Chicago
Indiana Avenue
C. A. Coey & Co
Thaw Adjudged Bankrupt in Pittsburgh
Pittsburg on August 12 Harry K Thaw was declared bankrupt by Referee in Bankruptcy W R Blair. No date set for the first creditors meeting.
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Pittsburg
Harry K. Thaw
W. R. Blair
Mrs Cohn and relatives visit Pocatello then Montpelier
Mrs. Lou Cohn of Seattle visits Pocatello with her son and daughter and stays with her sister Mrs. Simon Lewis. They will soon travel with Mrs. Lewis to Montpelier to visit Mrs. Mose Lewis for some time.
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Lou Cohn
Seattle
Pocatello
Simon Lewis
Cohn
Lewis
Montpelier
Mose Lewis
Second Sea Shore Excursion to North Beach Near Portland
A North Beach excursion departs August 21. The voyage is limited to 15 days with fare via 0 8 L. Tickets are restricted by a 15 day limit.
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North Beach
Portland
Gasoline Bargain for 5 Gallons at A B Bean Hdw Oo
Five gallons of gasoline offered for one dollar cash at A B Bean Hardware Company. Local store advertises discount price for fuel, inviting customers to visit and make purchases.
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A. B. Bean
The Best There Is Typewriter Papers and Ribbons Feature
Local note from the Tribune office highlights typewriter papers ribbons and related car hon items as top quality supplies. Strong focus on selection and value for newsroom use.
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Tribune
Rock Springs Coal Company Negotiations Continue
Ongoing discussions involve Rock Springs Coal with EE and BP officials over a potential deal. Local observers say talks focus on pricing, supply terms, and employment impacts for the region.
Pocatello May Secure Million Dollar Plant
Harriman works on locating a large motor car factory in the West and may win acceptance to place the immense plant in Pocatello Idaho, the Gate City.
Pocatello Eyes Harriman Motor Car Plant Bid
Pocatello plans to bid for a million dollar Harriman motor car plant to be built in the West. Harriman now manufactures cars in Omaha and may erect a new shop elsewhere. Pocatello Short Line shops are among the Harriman system's best in the region, prompting hopes officials can attract the plant with commercial club support.
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Pocatello
Harriman
Omaha
Gate City
Harriman Says Revenue Boosts Double Tracking Return
Harriman states revenue supports resuming double tracking in the west. Orders issued from Omaha direct work from Fremont to Columbus, then Omaha to Grand Island, with 250 miles already in use in Nebraska. Wyoming also plans rapid completion of nearly 100 miles of second track as Mohler reports by telegraph.
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KE. H. Harriman
Harriman
Nebraska
Wyoming
Omaha
Fremont
Columbus
Grand Island
Union Pacific
Mohler
Wilbur's Rich Mines Near Pocatello
Dick Wilbur returns from a long season at his Clipper mine on Little Lost river showing a crosscut face with abundant lead and silver though assays are pending. A nearby ledge yielded 49 percent lead and 74 ounces silver. Copper ledge also opened. Daisy Black and Ingersoll mines nearby ship rich lead silver ore. Wilbur plans extensive development this fall in Pocatello area.
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Dick Wilbur
Lost River
Wilbur
Ingersoll
Pocatello
Deemed Not Insane Woman Held for Sanity Board Evaluation
Mrs. Royal Kendall, wife of a Robin blacksmith, was brought to the county jail by Deputy Sheriff McGarvey for safekeeping until examined by the county sanity board. Authorities believe nursing may restore her wandering faculties.
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Royal Kendall
Robin
McGarvey
County Sanity Board
Social bottle of American Pilsener Beer enjoyed in cozy corner
A vivid note describes two people reveling in a social bottle of American Pilsener Beer, savoring the moment in a snug corner of a gathering, seeming thoroughly content and immersed in companionship.
Call for Warrants in Bannock County
County treasurer Julia M Sullivan calls current expense fund warrants numbers 65 through 81 dated April 16 1908 to be paid with interest to date of this notice upon presentation at her office dated May 16 1908 at Bannock County treasurer offices.
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Julia M. Sullivan
John L I Sullivan Plans Spark for Pocatello Fair
Ex champion heavyweight John L. Sullivan presses for a September appearance at the Pocatello Fair in Idaho. He writes Fred Caldwell for a date, says he is 165 weeks sober, tours the West on vaudeville with a sparring bout against Jake Kilrain, and could be a major draw for the Gate City event. George H. North and fair officers discuss arranging his visit, eyeing a star attraction status.
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John LL. Sullivan
Pocatello Fair
John L
Fred Caldwell
Pocatello Fair & Driving Association
Gate City
Idaho
Massachusetts
Jake Kilrain
Caldwell
George H. North
The
Fair Association
Ink salesman collects data for regional business directory
L. H. Presser of Stemmer & Company Chicago is in town gathering data for a new business directory. The book will cover Ogden Brigham City Logan Preston and Pocatello and is due for October. Each business that orders a quart bottle of ink for 1 will receive a copy.
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L. H. Presser
Stemmer & Company
Ink Manufacturers of
Chicago
Ogden
Brigham City
Logan
Preston
Pocatello
Mr. Presser
Administratrix Notice Estate of Frank C Potter Deceased
Notice is given that letters of administration on the estate of Frank C Potter deceased were granted to the undersigned on August 3 1908 by the Probate Court of Bannock county. All persons having claims against said estate must file them for allowance at the undersigned home near Dempsey Idaho within ten months of this notice or be barred. This August 4 1908 Rebecca Potter Administratrix with will annexed.
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Frank C. Potter
Bannock County
Dempsey
Idaho
Rebecca Potter
Alexander Optical chief to return around September first
F. J. Alexander of Alexander Optical is expected to return about September 1, according to company sources. The timeline remains subject to travel considerations and any delays.
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F. J. Alexander
The
Alexander Optical Company
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Cotton
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Primariss
West
Wilbur’s Rich Mines
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John L. I
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Chicago Ink Firm
Yellowstone
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