21 Jan 1905
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1905
Page
1
St. Petersburg is under military control with troops patrolling every street and gendarmes in yards. Strikes paralyze industry while Father Gopon proclaims a mass gathering at the palace square despite an imminent massacre. Authorities block bridges as infantry and cavalry flood the city.
The Pueblo grand jury reports a conspiracy led from Denver to fix elections in Pueblo county. It cites hundreds of fictitious registrations, 1300 naturalization papers issued to ineligible foreigners, and a padding of registration books by a venal vouched system. It asks the U S district court to review the evidence.
Chicago authorities pursue Johann Hoch who wed his sister in law Mrs Emily Fisher two days after his first wife died. Hoch reportedly disappeared two days after a second wedding after obtaining $750 from his second wife. Coroner and police consider exhuming the first wife.
An OCR fragment advertises Ergees as good as you ever ate and notes a price of $1.00 with a sic or 3 dot offer. It mentions not cold storage and cites Pocatello Cash Grocery.
Readable text notes boys overshoes priced originally at 1.50 are now offered at 76 cents at Geo North’s. The item list emphasizes a sharp discount on children’s footwear.
A local feature highlights Onili’s chili at the Union Luncheon booth, drawing steady lines and praise for its taste and aroma. Vendors promote the brand as a regional favorite amid a busy market day.
Denver January 21 The Governor Adams reply to Peabody fraud charges in the contest of his election is made public. Adams denies fraud in his favor and claims that fraudulent ballots were placed in Denver ballot boxes by Republicans after the election. The document also alleges broad Republican fraud in other parts of the state.
Washington reports the postoffice department is withholding the commission of N S Walpole named Pueblo Colorado postmaster after senate confirmation amid thirty two indictments for election fraud.
Tokio dispatch reports a proposal to dam Port Arthur harbor entrance and pump out water to salvage Russian war vessels. A naval officer notes the work would be profitable only if many ships can be saved, given the harbor’s shallowness and small size.
The Times reports trustworthy information that Admiral Rojestvensky will not reach far eastern waters for at least three months and is unlikely to enter the eastern Indian Ocean during this period.
All Eagles are requested to assemble at the Hall tonight at 8 o'clock to arrange the funeral of Brother Reynolds BE. W. Mooney.
Washington January 21 Senator Smoot testified under cross-examination about revelations from God. He said the church could receive revelations and that a revelation binding on the people would be from God. He added he would move to another country if a revelation conflicted with local laws and affirmed God could perform such acts as in former days.
The Portland Ore case of George Sorensen charging bribery of former District Attorney Hall in land frauds ends with a hung jury. Two jurors favored acquittal while the judge urged conviction and recommended summoning the jurors before the federal grand jury for investigation.
William J. Bryan visited the White House and was welcomed by the president. After his meeting he said the president was unmistakably right in his demands on railroad legislation.
Four Americans killed by Yauqui Indians in Sonora, Mexico were brought to Nogales, Arizona. The victims named were Dr. R. C. Coy of Chicago, John K. Mackenzie of Chicago, M. A. McCall of Toledo, Walter Stubenger of Kewaneese, and an unidentified driver. They were ambushed while traveling to Chicago syndicate mine mines.
A Laramie, Wyoming merchant George Gerber was found dead in his store at noon with his skull crushed and throat cut. An iron bolt lay beside the body and a knife remained in the wound. The murder occurred the night before. Robbery appeared motive as the store was ransacked.
Woodmen are requested to attend the services for neighbor Sjostrom at L. D. 8 Church tonight at 7 30. H K Higson Consul Commander signs the notice.
The Idaho House opened with fervent speeches on concurrent resolution No. 4 backing President Roosevelt’s Interstate Commerce Commission rate plan. Debate covered confidence in Washington, lobby power, and whether to press Congress or await the president’s outline. The resolution passed 46 to 0.
A Republican caucus is set for Madison on Monday to nominate a successor to Senator Quarles. Forty six of forty eight La Follette supporters plan to vote until a nomination is made and will back Governor La Follette, effectively ensuring his election.
In Jefferson City on January 21 the fourth joint ballot failed to elect a United States senator to replace Francis M. Cockrell. Cockrell led with 81 votes, Niedringhaus 80, Kerens 9, Pettijohn 1, needing 84 for a choice.
Olympia Washington January 21 three joint ballots for United States senator were taken yesterday. Final tally shows Foster 44 Piles 34 Sweeney 27 Wilson 17 Jones 7 Goodman 5. On one ballot Foster gained 2 but lost 1 to Piles and 1 to Wilson.
Washington Jan 21 Representative Bell of California introduces a bill allowing the secretary of the interior to include swamp and overflowed lands in any irrigation project under the national irrigation law. Reclaimed lands would be disposed of like other project lands, with emphasis on the Klamath project but applicable to all western states.
Jennings Louisiana Citizens bank shut its doors after a heavy run over three days. Bank officials report assets exceed liabilities by about 70000 dollars as of closure day.
Chicago Wheat futures show January and May contracts. May at 1.125? dollars and one eighth per bushel. No. 2 red winter at seventeen and a half dollars.
We extend sincere thanks to all who participated in our great bereavement the death of our beloved son Jos H Schmitt. Special thanks to Chirk Kimball Lodge No 118 Company G First Idaho Volunteers Catholic Order of Lady Foresters and all our friends MR MR G Schmitt and family
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