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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1902
Page
1
Weather across many states plunges to near zero with heavy snows. Five deaths linked to the cold reported as coal shortages hit Chicago and several regions feel the chill. From Wisconsin to Ohio and Iowa, temperatures dip, with snow and ice impacting daily life.
The Pocatello Lodge No. 674 Elks held its second annual memorial services with Dr. C. B. Steely and Prof. W. R. Siders delivering addresses. Music included a brass quartet and piano as Mrs. Weeter sang. The event closed with benediction and reflections on Elk principles.
Premier Balfour announced an ultimatum was sent to Venesuela and warned that Britain and Germany would enforce claims if no satisfactory reply is received. The German-British ultimatum was presented in Caracas at 3 o'clock yesterday.
Fire at the Cheyenne Opera House owned by James M. Carey caused a $6000 structure loss and $15,000 to Wyoming Tritone Publishing. Adjoining property damage brings total estimated loss to about $75,000.
Thomas Brackett Reed former speaker of the House and longtime public figure died in his Arlington apartment after a period of illness from Bright's disease and kidney failure. He was in Washington for court matters and had attended the Senate and House sessions earlier in the week.
An old advertisement claims Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets cure a cold in one day with no cure no pay. It lists a price of 96 cents. The copy highlights rapid relief and a money back guarantee.
London on December 8 Harry McCalmont well known sportsman and Conservative member of parliament from New Market collapsed and died while leaving his home.
Los Angeles reports engineer Peter Peterson was instantly killed and two firemen seriously injured in a head on freight collision on the Santa Fe near Peach Springs Arizona yesterday. Both engines were wrecked and several freight cars damaged.
Minneapolis reports W. M. Savage bought Dan Patoh the renowned unbeaten pacer from M. E. Sturgis of New York for 60000 dollars. This price sets a record as the highest ever paid for a pacer.
In New York at Madison Square Garden noon today thirteen teams remained in the six day bicycle race. The eight leading teams had covered 264 miles and one lap in twelve hours.
The Herald reports in New York that the United States yacht to defend the cup will be christened The Eagle. The article notes the naming as a key event ahead of the race season.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a remedy to tone stomach organs, aid digestion, cure dyspepsia and indigestion, and enrich blood. Governor G W Atkinson of West Virginia endorses its effectiveness and recommends it to friends. Available at Bean's Drug Store and H H Whittlesey.
In the Western Plowman Dr J H Hannaford declares that treating the first cough can arrest consumption. He promotes Kermp's Balsam for the Throat as the proper remedy, claiming no other treatment has saved so many from consumption. Sold by Sprague's Pharmacy.
Washington lawmakers, in a rare move, adopted a resolution of respect for former Speaker Thomas B Reed. The vote followed precedents set after the deaths of Benton Blaine and Alexander Stephens, and the House then adjourned amid solemn silence.
For the month ending Dec 5 1902 total public school enrollment reached 1047 with 917 pupils belonging at month end. Attendance averaged 886 with girls at 487 and 932 percent? Noted records include best attendance in East school at 96.95 percent and no tardiness in seventh grade. High School lantern lecture on the solar system led by Superintendent Siders. later talks may open to the public. New rooms ready for occupancy pending furniture arrival to house first grade pupils Corbin and Gallot. other rooms reassigned.
Local ad copy promotes Lane's Tea as a health remedy. It claims the product preserves beauty by keeping bowels and digestion healthy, purifies blood, and cures constipation. Tags reference sales through a distributor or merchant.
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