Oregon Foreman Kills Deputy in Delirium Tremens
Patrick Neason a section foreman recently out of work went to the sheriff's office in Union Oregon and shot Deputy Sheriff Griffith fatally after seizing his gun. He died an hour later in the jail. A note found on him blamed money loss and drink for the tragedy. His wife and five children face destitution.
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Patrick Neason
Sheriff's Office
Griffith
Union
Oregon
Neason
Pocatello
Lima
Mont
Dell
Hank
Goodwin
Mr. Griffith
Henry Wille
Wills
Nealson
Mannesa
Bean
State News Notes from the Lewiston Tribune Summary
In Idaho and nearby towns, rumors of a Boise Lewiston rail line shift circulated as the O R N would connect Rivaria to Lewiston this year. Sheriff Alger of Kootenai county was shot in the arm when a revolver fell and the ball lodged in a stove. Rape case against Ernest Child continued with binding over to spring term. a 14 year old girl near Idaho Falls recently gave birth. Warranted doctors L F Inman and others across Lewiston, Cul de Sac, Moscow faced arrest for practicing medicine without license. arraignment date pending. George McFarland wanted in Chicago for dynamiting was captured in Boise. J G Hollister sued for eminent domain to condemn right of way for Sho Shone Falls power project in Lincoln county. Idaho Falls Register reports mass rabbit hunting near a Johnson ranch. about 200 rabbits killed. George Rea, pioneer and fish hatchery operator near Monida to Yellowstone Park, died. formerly guided hunts in the area. Boise Capital News notes Snake River ferry crews faced ice and floe dangers. crossing resumed as ice cleared. Marty Madison attempted suicide by carbolic acid at her brother’s home near Weber after heart matters, marriage heartbreak, and a failed engagement. she remains in danger, with plans to end her life if not prevented.
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Marty Madison
Weber
Madison
Boise
Weiser
Usless
Eye specialist Prof M Thomas to visit Bannock Hotel
Ogden Utah eye expert Prof M Thomas renowned for refraction heterophoria and diagnosis will be at Bannock Hotel parlors February 17 and 18. He has 33 years of practical experience and offers free glasses examination from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. No admission fee noted.
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M. Thomas
Ogden
Utah
Chicago
Tlinois
Bannock
Thomas
Shaugnessy in Jail Charged with Murder in Nevada
Sheriff C. W. McDrip reports J. J. Shaugnessy is jailed in Winnemucca, Nevada, on murder charges for killing a sporting woman at Golconda. He claims he was drunk and unaware of the deed. Shaugnessy, once notorious for a Rock Springs shotgun hold up, has a history of instability and past insanity pleas.
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J. J. Shaugnessy
Winnemucca
McGarvey
Humboldt County
Nev
Barnett McGarvey
Pocatello
Ida
Jim Shaugneassy
Golconda
Pres
Doc" Stephenson
Rock Springs
Barney McGarvey
Millinery Shop Reopens In Pocatello With New Stock
The millinery business announces a continued operation in Pocatello with a plan to offer the most complete stock yet seen. Miss Gillen travels to Chicago to select goods and arrange shipping within days. Ladies are invited to visit parlors once arrivals arrive, promising a stock that will please the most fastidious.
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Pocatello
Gillen
Chicago
Pocatuilo
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Endorsed by North Star Resident
A loyal user praises Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best for coughs colds and croup in her family. Mrs J A Moore of North Star Michigan expresses high confidence and notes it is available at druggists.
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J. A. Moore
North Star
Mich
Ail Draggtate
Snow depths show Idaho waters to be below average in 1902
Idaho climate service reports indicate widespread below average snowpack on Jan 31 1902, with only Lemhi County near average. Outlook forecasts well below average waterflow for 1902 unless spring brings heavy precipitation and moderate temperatures, threatening irrigation and mining needs across Snake River, Columbia River, and Owyhee regions.
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Idaho
Climate and Crop Service
Lembi County
Saw Tooth
Camas Prairie
Lost River Country
Snake River
Boise Basin
Owyhee Mountains
Columbia River
Gusher at Fossil Virtue Well Triggers Ophir Fever
Reports from Fossil describe the Virtue Company strike as oil spouting twenty five feet high and a stream full strength. The Utah corporation began operations weeks ago with the well likely down 200 to 300 feet. Locally the field lies between Wyom ing Paraffine and Fossil Consolidated wells, both Pocatello firms, raising stock speculation if confirmed.
Excursion Ticket Offer For February Weekend
The Short Line announces excursion tickets for February 18, 19, and 20 at 850 dollars round trip. Return valid through March 12, 1902. H. V. Platt, Agent.
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H. V. Platt
Agt
Lava Hot Springs Bid Brought to Idaho By Congress
Washington dispatch reports Rep Lacey Iowa introduced a bill in the House to cede to Idaho the hot medical springs at Fort Hall reservation. A Senate bill by Heilfeld mirrors this in effect. Col Ferguson recommends 160 acres including the springs be set aside for Idaho's people. The springs are among the finest medical springs in the country.
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Lacey
Iowa
Idaho
Fort Hall Reservation
Senate
Heilfeld
Esate
Sherman’s Headache Cure and Stomach Liver Pills Ad
An old advertisement touts Sherman’s Headache Cure promising instant relief for headaches neuralgia and nervous distress with 25¢ and 10¢ boxes offered by Sprague’s Pharmacy. It also promotes Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Ablets at 25¢ with free samples and guaranteed quality through all druggists.
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Sherman
Sprague’s
Chamberlain
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