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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1925
Page
2
Idaho Falls January 17. Plans are under way to reorganize the First National Bank of Rugby which closed January 8. Depositors and stockholders act to salvage and resume operations. The closure is attributed to false rumors about the bank’s finances and slow liquidation by some creditors.
Nomination closed at noon for eight candidates led by M. B. Yeaman Ralph Edmunds L L Berry George Brunt Harold Sheppard Le Roy Farr R H Snyder and Chaft Read. Four will form the official board and ballots go out tonight for a second vote with results due January 22. The new board will pick a president and officers for the year.
Idaho Falls Jan 17 Bonneville county runs on a strict cash basis with no bill collectors and no charge accounts. Bills are up to date and a small surplus remains in the exchequer. Thomas Barnes named chairman of a reappointed board with Frank Faulkner and Joseph Taylor, implementing budgetary discipline and economy over two years.
In Twin Falls on January 17 about 50 sportsmen met at the Elks club to review proposed fish and game law changes. They recommended closing Rock Creek above the forks, opening Snake River below American Falls, allowing all canal and reservoir fishing, and adjusted deer bear pheasant and quail seasons with specific bag limits and dates. Rev Arthur G Pearson was elected president for the coming year, with Alvin Harbour secretary Charles P Larsen treasurer and officers named for staggered terms as the constitution and by laws were adopted.
In Lava Hot Springs and nearby communities dated Jan 17 many residents are noted with health worries travel and visits. Mrs Douglas Snow is seriously ill at Snow ranch Topaz while Mrs Elva Martin wife of Victor Martin dies after an operation and funeral services are held at the S B D S church. Other local people Miss Melva Bowmen of Downey joins the Home hotel staff and Miss Nora Boyum county superintendent visits the local school.
Miss Gertrude Rodman arrived in Blackfoot and led the first rehearsal for Cameo Girl. She is pleased with the cast so far though some choruses are not yet chosen. Production dates are January 29 30 and full running order expected by Monday with Current Event club suing over the show.
Blackfoot defeated Aberdeen 23 to 9 in the first game and 26 to 12 in the second at the Blackfoot school gym. Taylor led with 11 points, Hans ane i Kevern contributed, while Clinger and others added small totals in a rough scoreline.
The Brotherhood of Railway Clerks will hold its 1925 convention in Kan Jang City beginning May 4. The event gathers railway workers for meetings and discussions of labor issues.
Boise January 17 At the final session of the Idaho Federation of Labor convention Joseph B K Ringel Wallace was elected president for the new year and Pocatello was chosen to hold the next annual meeting in January 1926. Thomas Nicholson F N Blair Ed Foster and L N Whitsell were named district vice presidents with I W Wright named secretary of the state federation. The legislative committee recommended Idaho favorable contracts for public works meat examinations for restaurant workers barber licensing referendum and recall tuberculosis hospital child labor amendment repeal of criminal syndicate law and opposed state control of power line construction. It also referred the electrical safety code proposal to prepare for 1927 presentation to the legislature.
Idaho Falls January 17 A joint committee of W O Cotton William Meppen and John Lee representing the Farmers Protective Irrigation Association and the Upper Snake River Valley union met to plan a concrete action for water user protection. They propose submitting a pooling plan to stockholders at their February Rigby meeting to unite about one million acres and strengthen defense against Minidoka district litigation.
The Ladies' auxiliary of the American Legion in Blackfoot elected new officers, with Mrs. Noyer as incoming president promising a productive year. They approved ordering 2000 poppies for sale, noting all Idaho poppies will be made by veterans at Boise hospital.
Eight per cent dividend declared by Mountain States Building and Loan association of Idaho Falls at its annual meeting Tuesday. Officers and directors elected. secretary reports assets rose 25 percent. Otto E. McCutcheon named president with George M. Scott vice president. Finance committee: W L Shattuck, Otto McCutcheon, G Clyde Baldwin, Eugene Wright.
Boise Jan 17 Republicans caucus announces that measures with little chance of passage will not be printed. The Evaremty bank law and the direct primary bill are declared dead, signaling final disposition in this administration session.
Boise January 17 Idaho legislators push for relief from freight rate injustices. The senate and house unanimously pass a memorial urging Congress to expedite Senate Bill 2827 by Senator Frank R Gooding. The measure aims to secure faster redress for Idaho against higher rates than distant points and slow remedies.
Bingham county scout council elected Biffy Blevens of Pocatello as scout executive for the Bingham county district. He will spend one week each month in the county and previously served as Pocatello scoutmaster. Judge Adair was named chair of the court of honor and will host meetings in late January in his courtroom. Twelve council members attended. Leo Woodruff became temporary publicity chairman.
Malad reports the arrival of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wells. Mrs Eph Barnett travels to Morgan Utah for daughter's illness. Mrs Le Roy Davis visits Salt Lake City. Mrs Charles Peck of Lava Hot Springs visits. Madonna Herbert returns from Salt Lake City after medical care. Funeral services held for Robert T. Bush. Clio Club hosts lively party at Ragiee hall with 66 couples. Pennsylvania Railroad pioneered electric lighting in passenger cars in 1882.
Wallace reports Captain Eli Laird of Coeur d Alene and St Maries has returned with a 200 pound cougar killed in the Priest Lake country after a two day hunt with trained cougar dogs. Laird and Fred Herrick have long pursued cougars through northern Idaho counties, claiming several large cats and winter chases spanning 50 to 100 miles.
Whippet racing may become a major sport in the Coeur d'Alenes this year according to mining camps in the district. The fast dogs can cover 100 yards in about six seconds and could draw large crowds of miners and fans. Interested readers are urged to contact the June Press-Times sport editor.
Boise reports 103 girls admitted and 200 babies cared for at the Salvation Army Home for Women in 1923 24. The institution operates with a $6000 state appropriation request and is one of 28 in the United States providing refuge and support to girls. It emphasizes work skills and post residence follow up.
The National Association of Sheet Metal Contractors will hold its annual convention in Atlanta next June. The event gathers industry professionals for meetings, exhibits, and industry updates.
Details revive long standing disputes over compensation for lands affected by the Blackfoot reservoir project in Idaho. Mrs. Don ald Tolmie of Shelley raises new damage claims to the interior department and Idaho lawmakers. Claims trace back to 1907 and 1909 acts authorizing land acquisition and possessory claims damages.
The report lists claimants including William Winchell and others who contested awards from the Blackfoot reservoir case. Some claims were denied or not filed, with references to legislation and court actions through 1919. It notes settlements for some damaged parties and mentions the American Federation of Labor entering its 60th year.
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