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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1908
Page
2
The Daily Tribune offers monthly and longer prepaid options with a one month period. The paper is delivered each evening by carrier in Pocatello and any complaints should be made at the office immediately.
The Tribune questions a council organ and defends voters against claims of a political coterie. It argues the Citizens party misgoverned, with blunders from road taxes to sewer lines and street grades, while opponents insist the public rightly rejects their reform rhetoric as incompetence.
Ezra Meeker has secured a congressional bill to appoint a commission under the president to erect granite monuments locating the old Oregon trail from the Missouri River to Puget Sound. The proposal includes a $50,000 appropriation. Support hinges on sentiment, with some doubt that Atlantic lawmakers will value marking the trail.
A Boise exchange notes that the Idaho town of Pocatello passed an ordinance levying a tax on business activity and the privilege of working. Only two classes are exempt, politicians and those who never work, forcing people to quit work or enter politics.
The fragment references a wish to remember a vanished chorus tied to a miracle day. It evokes reminiscence and poetic longing without specific events, people, or places. The line hints at memory, music, and an extraordinary moment beyond ordinary time.
Vice President and General Manager A L Mohler of Union Pacific warned at a Wyoming Woolgrowers convention in Laramie that prohibitions and tariff fears may push the federal government into interstate railroad business. He noted Union Pacific's heavy spending on second track and state taxes far exceeding earnings in Wyoming and Nebraska and predicted continued large railroad expansion costs over the next five years. He urged securities protection to revive new construction.
The internal revenue report shows only ten denatured alcohol stills exist despite hopes for farm conversion of waste fruit and vegetables into fuel. At 35 to 40 cents a gallon the product cannot compete with gasoline or kerosene, yet the tax removal remains consequential for industry. The piece condemns the dominant party organ for misstatements and defends the Tribune against attacks.
The council, elected by the people of Pr eatello, asserts its power over the railroad, insisting the company must plead for mercy and send representatives before the council, claiming they control the club and know how to use it.
The Gazette campaign sheet from Idaho Falls exposes the Citizens party view on the Oregon Short Line railroad. The paper notes a worthy successor in the council's current organs, signaling continued partisan framing.
The council organ twists a quotation attributed to Superintendent Olmstead and promises to drop the matter, countering accusations with a feigned magnanimity and a pledge to let the issue lie.
Wyoming Governor spoke Sunday to Elks governors but did not echo North Carolina Governor’s remarks to South Carolina’s leader. The contrast highlights differing regional focuses discussed among state executives at the gathering.
Mrs. Armstrong of 242 West Center appears in a brief notice about leaning dyeing and curling plumes related to a local craft or service listing.
A local testimonial claims White's Cream Vermifuge killed worms in a child once thought to have colic. The remedy is said to remove mucus from the worm nests and leave the child healthier after treatment. A Surmac Tennessee father reports 73 worms expelled after the first dose. A Philadelphia druggist named Mrs. A L Cook is noted.
The Blacksmiths and Helpers host a dance at Eagle Hall on February 21 offering a community event with music and social gathering for local residents.
Bannock County issues call on specific current expense fund warrants dated 1906 and 1907. Warrants Nos 645 to 651 dated Jan 11 1906, 146 to 217 dated July 12 1907, and 219 to 359 dated Oct 15 1907 will be paid with interest to date of call upon presentation at the treasurer's office. Julia M Sullivan, County Treasurer. Dated Jan 13 1908.
The regular annual meeting of stockholders will be held at the company office in the First National Bank building on Monday January 13 1908 at 7 80 oclock p m to elect a board of directors and address other proper business. John Toombs president. Dated Pocatello Ida December 28 1907
For your Christmas dinner on our shelves find Heinze high grade mince meat for pies Leghorn citron lemon and orange peels nuts candy figs maple sugar Afton table butter fresh eggs Queen olives and staple goods.
A Tennessean use note praises Herbine as a remedy for constipation and liver complaints. Mrs 8- of Columbia writes she keeps a supply and is pleased with relief. Mrs A L Cook, a local druggist, is mentioned as part of the testimonial context.
Weeter Lumber offers a large lot of firewood and coal for sale to customers in the order they apply while supplies last.
January 21 to 23, 1908 an excursion to Payette is arranged for the Idaho State Horticultural Association meeting. O L agents provide rates limits and further particulars.
A travel notice for an excursion to Salt Lake January 21 to 23 on Dry Farming Congress business. Round trip fare 86.85. Final deadline January 28. Agent E Brooks listed as agent.
Firewood and coal available for purchase from Weeter Lumber Co. Readily stacked bundles and bulk orders offered with delivery options. Local supplier stressed for home heating and industrial use.
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