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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1920
Page
2
Copenhagen reports that the Nobel Peace Prize will be awarded to Wilson of the United States on December 4. The prize includes about $40,000, drawn from a $3,000,000 endowment left by Alfred Nobel. The first two American recipients were Theodore Roosevelt in 1906 and Elihu Root in 1907.
Trieste December 7 AP the war between Quarnero regency at Fiume and Italy will not proceed an official statement from Gabriele D Annunzio headquarters said the decision came after a note from Italy's war ministry stating General Caviglia's order was not an ultimatum deputies who met D Annunzio in Flame debated a possible agreement and left for Rome seeking settlement
New York stock market opened with heaviness in speculative issues notably the chemical group. American agricultural chemical dropped about 3 percent, while American International, Ammonia and Dutch issues eased about one point. Domestic and Mexican oils stayed firm, led by Texas and Pacific, Houston and American. Linseed, steel, equipment and motors showed scarce gains at nominally higher values as London exchange weakened about 1 percent from yesterday’s close.
Des Moines report says Fred Poffenbarger and Ville Phillips of Council Bluffs were sentenced to 18 and 20 years respectively for involvement in a major mail robbery. Both pleaded guilty in U S district court before Judge Martin J. Wade.
Federal grand jury charges Poffenbarger and Phillips with stealing mine registered mail pouches from a car. DA Moon says five bags dumped by Keith Collins, four carried to a father’s home by Poffenbarger, then met by Woffenbarger to split $50,000. Collings had been sentenced to fifteen years.
Resolutions adopted at a conference of twelve western states cattlemen associations urge Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer to pursue an inquiry into alleged collusion between packers and retailers that keeps meat prices high. They seek plans to gauge western cattle surpluses and prevent market glutting while urging federal TB eradication and withholding half fat cattle from prime markets.
Manila December 7 Rear Admiral Casey B Morgan commandant of the sixteenth naval district Philippines departed for Shanghai aboard the destroyer Rixar to direct the movement of American gunboats ordered to I Chang China to protect American interests during mutinous Chinese troops seizure of the city.
In Rio de Janeiro Deputies praise the Argentine mission at Geneva while criticizing Brazilian representatives. Deputy Nascimento notes the Argentine proposal echoed by Brazilians at the 1907 Hague conference. Geneva announces Honorio Pueyrredon will depart tonight with the rest of the delegation to follow tomorrow.
Rumors spread that evidence from the grand jury investigation vanished. Chief Justice Charles McDonald said original transcripts are safe and any disappearances involve copies. The state's attorney's office admitted some papers might be missing and officers sought a man for questioning. Ban Johnson claimed Hoyne took records when he left office, a claim echoed to Judge Landis.
Rome reports detachments of D Aviano volunteers landed at Zara on the Dalmatian coast. Dalmatian territory evacuation by Italian troops has begun. Garrisons at Verpogne and Christagne returned to Zara. carbine era at Nevaglie and Obrovazzo ordered to hold posts for Jugoslav gendarmes.
Washington reports that Senator Harding and advisers held a new conference series on the league issue. He consulted with mild reservationists and irreconcilables, meeting first with Senator Spencer of Missouri and later with Senator Johnson of California. Kellogg of Minnesota and others also dropped by.
A fragmented note highlights Cali 104 offering clothes washing with soft water. Mention of Troy Laundry and late hours from 11 39 to 8 am appears, with stray references to beverages and meals. The readable items imply a local laundry service with extended hours and possible promotions.
Mrs Lillian Woodlock 36 faces two first degree murder indictments in circuit court for the deaths of Thomas P Broderick and Joseph F Woodlock her first and second husbands Urusula Broderick the defendant daughter was later implicated in the killings defending her honor The Woodlock killings occurred in 1916 and 1919 with Urusula acquitted at age 14 after testifying she shot to protect her mother.
Both chambers received the president's annual message with the House adjourning after, while the Senate remained in session. Debate on meat packing regulation was delayed until tomorrow, and officials discussed early finance hearings for tax and tariff legislation possibly in an extra session next spring.
Salt Lake City police report Harry Beckam a 27 year old recent arrest for attempted burglary after being found with a burglar's outfit. Beckam says he is the son of a prominent man in Louisville Kentucky and that a man trying to rob his father's safe led him to "try his luck."
Washington December 7 Secretary Baker was summoned by the house military committee to explain why the War Department recruited over 180,000 soldiers. Chairman Kahn said some members feel the department broke faith by exceeding the 180,000 cap, with efforts to reach 280,000 risking a deficit of at least 160 million dollars.
Government contends Ludwig C. A. K. Martens entered the United States as an alien and German subject and is a member of the Russian Communist party The case before Secretary of Labor Wilson concerns Martens alleged allegiance to Soviet and Communist principles viewed as advocating overthrow of the U.S. government.
Washington December 7 The resolution by Senator McNary Republican Oregon asks President Wilson to negotiate a treaty with Great Britain to cooperate with Canada on eel and salmon fisheries in Pacific waters. It cites wasteful fishing methods, especially in Alaska, as justification.
London December 7 AP said government spokesman drew Bonar Law declared in the House of Commons that he is convinced there can be a truce in Ireland only if the extreme leaders of the Irish Republican Army surrender and deliver their arms or are arrested.
Senate debates revived proposals to revive the War Finance Corporation and loosen credit for farmers. Senator Lodge notes New England industry distress while Norris says the measure merely directs rehabilitation. Dealings include potential government bonds. no new bond issues planned.
Indianapolis reports early congressional moves toward a plan to extend credit to central European countries. Gray Silver, representative of the era, says such financing could lift farm prices and prevent a new downturn, urging production, distribution, and purchasing to restore a reasonable price level. The convention also discussed cooperative marketing taxation and rural export duties.
New York reports Eugene V. Debs, Socialist candidate, won about 950000 votes the largest Socialist presidential total in U S history and about twice his 1916 share. Official tallies show Debs with 900563 in listed states plus 48366 from four years ago totaling 928929. several states provided sizable counts including Wisconsin 80835 Illinois 74747 and California 70201.
James A. Weed, 72, former B and B supervisor for the Fort Line now retired, marries Houston resident Mrs. Jane Barnes. The couple’s 48 year romance began in Nebraska. Rev. W. Frazier Smith officiated at the ceremony in Houston. Barnes has grown children and had been a widow six years. Weed hails from Pocatello Idaho.
Pocatello Chapter No 6 R A M elected its officers for the year at the Masonic hall last evening. Elected were Ee a Darling K H P A Stewart K J G Hell S D Franklin treas J W Stafford secretary. Apperative posts went to Lillibridge Cole Cleaves Hauer Sellers Carmean Kitchen. Installation set for December 27 with preparations for a celebratory event and a turkey dinner planned.
Kiwanis members heard a keynote on relations with commercial groups from Mack of San Francisco and will hear more at the Chamber of Commerce. Officers plan January elections with H Petersen likely to be reelected as president and a Salt Lake district convention set for December 16. New members joining include J Stratford Theodore Turner Jr Elmer Chance Will H Jackson Jr W J Davidson Ed Fever and George B R Crawford.
Chicago December 7 AP report says the Socialist party by executive council resolution calls on the United States government to prevent outrages in Ireland and officially recognize the Irish Republic.
An OCR fragment shows a provocative ad from Troy Laundry Co offering to kill a wife and perform dirty work. The terse line implies a violent crime solicitation tied to a business name and unspecified location.
Maj. H. H. Arnold of the army air service spoke in Kane on an aerial patrol of northwest forests for the coming fire season. He described the failed Oregon patrol last year and said equipment would be available if the army is needed. W. B. Greenely urged state legislation to involve private forest owners in fire prevention and supported a state commission to oversee forestry.
The Catholic Lady Foresters plan a meeting tomorrow evening at the Knights of Columbus hall. All members are requested to attend.
Electa Kensington will not hold its weekly meeting due to the Eastern Star dance. Members are reminded of the rescheduled event in the notice.
Practice for the Messiaheh will be held at 7:80 o'clock this evening at the Idaho Tech. The event gathers local participants for a musical performance.
A fine large son was born this morning to Mr and Mrs F B Jones at 344 South Main. Mr Jones manages Jones Groce on South Main and reports the family is doing well. A special American Legion Post No 4 meeting will be held at the Y M C A Tuesday evening. all members should attend for important business.
The Tribune announces eased classified ad placement with staff available all day and a phone line to submit advertisements. It promotes selling items or properties and buying new vehicles through timely, local classified support.
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