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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1925
Page
2
Idaho state government operating costs per person reached 4.24 in 1924 with total outlays of 6.12 million and revenue 6.55 million. Debt interest 342,999 and permanent improvements 2.54 million plus education apportionments to minor divisions noted.
Blackfoot December meeting features Garnand on frost potato salvage via washing aiding Blackfoot Potato Growers association aiming to recover about ten thousand dollars of otherwise wasted tubers. Mayor Peck and Herman Stufflebeam discuss tax reduction ideas and city debt details.
In Twin Falls Idaho a second trial for Harry J. Dunlap began on a murder charge tied to the April 1922 shooting of his brother in law Charles A. Russell near Murtaugh. Eleven jurors were seated for overnight deliberations as selection continued.
Idaho Falls reports Judge H. K. Singer officiated a remarriage for the twice-divorced couple Mrs. Helen Johnson and Rudolph Johnson. The pair had separated and divorced months earlier, then reconciled and wed again Tuesday afternoon.
Directors of the Salmon River irrigation district met in Twin Falls to discuss supplemental water for the Salmon River project. Idaho Farm Development company owner KH Meredith proposed buying water from the company’s irrigation project southwest of Buhl. A canal and long flume would be built if an agreement on price is reached, with W M Gibbs named to supervise surveys and engineers E B Burg and a Bolse engineer involved.
The Idaho Home Missions council convenes in Idaho Falls with delegates from across the state and national officers from New York City. Speakers include Rev. Vermilya, Rev. Haire, Rev. Baird, and L. Goodwin. The program features sermons, talks on YWCA activities, and a large banquet with local civic leaders.
Blackfoot December 3 reports a lively high school gym evening as the north and south sides split the first series with the south taking honors. Dennis Cox and FE Massie led teams that included Fred Hale Leland Chapman J T Carruth and E Brout Frank D Brown Hamilton Wright. The Cox led rubber final clinched the win amid spirited play and keen audience enthusiasm.
Rev C E Vermilya of New York City served as the main speaker at the Rotary Club luncheon in Idaho Falls on Wednesday. Rev George McDougal of Arco spoke about outdoor life in southeastern Idaho during the program.
Boise on December 3 marks the first All Idaho Congress convening at 10 o clock to unite chambers of commerce and business leaders. The event aims to tell Idaho’s story to the world, smother differences, and forge a common state spirit for two days. Governor Moore supports uniting industries and communities for the state good.
Blackfoot Idaho Dec 3 Tuesday afternoon Mrs Fred Peterson locked her two children aged three and five in her Goshen home east of Shelley and left for a meeting. Floyd placed kerosene on the stove causing an explosion that fatally burned him around 4 AM Wednesday. Leo sustained minor burns and a neighbor, Jackson, extinguished the fire.
Idaho Falls report says Frank Staples and Mrs. Mabel Warren, both residents of Pocatello, were arrested in Idaho Falls on adultery charges. They lived as Mr. and Mrs. Staples at a city home and asked for a preliminary hearing. Staples was released on $500 bond. Warren remains detained as a material witness.
Leonard Joseph and family move to Blackfoot from Pingree and settle there. Joe Failles telegrapher at the O S station leaves for vacation at Kaimath Falls Oregon. Blackfoot Lodge members look forward to an Elk dinner Monday night as a member returns from a hunting trip. Peter Rich Johnston returns from Salt Lake City with brother Lloyd Johnston who is recovering from an operation at S P S hospital. Lloyd is reported to be getting along nicely.
Blackfoot city council met December 3 and approved past month bills. The board granted Savage and Miles a permit to erect a fireproof storage building on Judicial street near J. J. Boyle’s service station for automobile storage for hire. Police court reported $207 in fines and bail bonds.
Miss Fern Landacre and Mr. Seth T Kendrick of Dubois were married in Idaho Falls Tuesday evening. The ceremony was performed by Judge Hicks of the justice court. The couple will reside in Dubois where Kendrick operates a large farm.
The Panama Pacific International Exposition financial affairs were closed when the three surviving trustees were discharged. All assets were liquidated and distributed to stockholders save 10000 in bonds 6500 in cash and some art objects. The judge authorized a UC scholarship using income from the funds. Art treasures will be placed in a civic center memorial.
The California Horse Breeders Association plans a statewide betting measure under the pari mutual system to be circulated for voter consideration at the next tall tale ballot. Headquarters are in Los Angeles.
At the interstate commerce commission hearing Commissioner Campbell pressed H E Byram to show how Panama canal competition harmed the St Paul line. Byram, former president, said canal traffic was a major factor among others in the railroad's earnings decline. Campbell argued other rate and traffic adjustments weighed more. Discussion also covered western railroad rate policy and Pacific coast versus interior routes.
Among savage tribes in southeastern Africa twins are regarded as children of heaven and believed to possess elemental power.
Art's Used Car Exchange announces a four day special sale to clear space for twenty rebuilt cars. The event features discounted prices and limited stock as the shop restructures inventory.
James E. Ferguson defended Governor Miriam A. Ferguson's highway administration amid cries for a special session. He accused Attorney General Dan Moody of a private deal with the American Road company, claiming the firm profited $900,000 while the state faced a $1.8 million potential loss from highway costs.
Miss Vera I Felt of Salt Lake City Utah died Tuesday night after a long illness She was said to be the first woman to fill the position of chief clerk in the United States surveyor general's office and had served there 22 years.
Vice President Charles G. Dawes departs for Washington to preside over the new Senate session and push his reform campaign. He defends his non partisan, official duty to improve how business is conducted and vows to seek voter support if reform stalls. In Boulogne, the blessing of the fishing fleet marks the year’s notable scene.
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