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The Pocatello Tribune

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1908

Page

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Dry Farmers in Salt Lake City Open Four Day Congress

The Trans Missouri Dry Farming congress opens a four day session in Salt Lake City with over three hundred delegates and visitors from sixteen states and territories. Governor John C. Cutler presides as temporary chairman and urges Conservatism amid criticism of authorities while John L. Donohue of Denver delivers the annual address read in his absence.

Salt Lake City John L. Donohue Denver Doohue Fisher Harris B. C. Buffum Wyoming John C. Cutler John S. Bransford Cutler Congress John T. Burns

New Evidence in the Thaw Case

Anthony Comstock, vice president of the Society for the Suppression of Vice, testified as the principal witness in the Thaw trial. He described Thaw’s late 1904 complaints about Stanford White and friends, and letters naming alleged victims were read, calling White a blackguard and his studio a scene of orgies. The testimony recalls earlier remarks to Dr. Evans about bringing White to justice.

New York Anthony Comstock Society For the Suppression of Vice Thaw Stanford White White Evans Providence

Outrage Nipped At Clarksville Tobacco Factory

An attempted dynamiting and arson at the Hayes Sory Rugis tobacco factory in Clarksville, Tennessee, led to guards killing two Black men and wounding a third who escaped. Investigators found coal oil on the factory door and four sticks of dynamite placed there, with several sticks found on the dead men.

Nashville Tenn Hayes-Sory-Rugis Clarksville

Shaw Says He Has Not Resigned Carnegie Trust Presidency

Former Secretary of the Treasury Shaw told reporters he has not resigned as president of the Carnegie Trust Company. He said he has contracted to sell his holdings to Mr Dickinson, who holds a controlling interest, and would resign on March 1 if payment terms are met. Differences over policy and methods are noted.

New York Treasury Shaw Carnegie Trust Company Dickinson

Former U S Commissioner Pleads Guilty in Land Fencing Case

Portland January 22 Former United States Commissioner J H Hendricks pleaded guilty to his share in the alleged illegal fencing of land tied to the Butte Creek Livestock Land and Lumber company It is believed he has been granted partial immunity for his cooperation in the conspiracy investigation

Portland Ore United States JH. H. Hendricks Butte Creek Livestock Land and Lumber Company Hendricks

Assessors Pressure Idaho Board Over Cash Basis Tax Valuations

Boise January 22. County assessors pressed the state board of equalization to adopt cash value assessments. Initial warnings faded as Ada County and others urged unified action, urging the board to agree or face potential self-tax measures. Governor Gooding urged patience and full discussion, while pleas to meet on equal terms sparked renewed optimism among several assessors.

Boise State Board of Equalization State House Fox Eneier Ada County Owyhee Luce Bonner County Moore Canyon Guheen Idaho Western Middle States Western Union State Board Shepherd Ada Mr. Gubeen

Talbot arraigned on license charge. witnesses still sought

Truxton Talbot publisher of the Advance was arraigned after noon on a misdemeanor license tax charge. He pleaded not guilty and a postponement was granted to 10 tomorrow morning to allow the city to summon City Clerk Gilmore and Assistant City Treasurer Cathcart to testify. Talbot was released on his own recognizance.

Truxton Talbot The John Ellis Kane Talbot Robert Terrell T. D. Gilmore Cathcart

Von Buelow Uproar Over Suffrage Debate in Reichstag

Berlin January 22. Chancellor Von Buelow faced a deafening uproar as ministers left during a suffrage dispute. Parliament's benches were half empty as police guard the buildings amid anticipated street rioting. Von Buelow warned against further demonstrations and threatened severe action against organizers.

Berlin von Buelow Reich Prince von Buelow

Call for bids on Tilden Bridge project joint session

Bannock and Bingham counties call for bids to build the Tilden bridge with opening set for 2 PM February 18 in a joint city session. Specifications are on file with County Clerk Gallet. Each bid must include a certified check of 1000 dollars, signed by County Clerk Gallet and Bingham County Clerk H. B. Curtis.

Tilden Bridge County Commissioners Bannock Bingham Counties Gallet H. B. Curtis Bingham County

Ground to death under a park branch train

An unidentified man was killed near Rexburg after likely riding the rails. The body was dragged along the track with severe injuries and later moved to Rovture by a passing train passenger. No identity yet. blood and fabric fragments remained on the cars.

Park Branch Idaho Falls Rexburg Tla

Harris pleads guilty in Downey burglary case

William Harris admitted guilt before Justice of the Peace Felix Van Reuth for burgling Hyde & Co store in Downey on December 17 and stealing jewelry. He waived preliminary examination, was bound over to district court, and remanded on $500 bond. Partner Frank Mack was released. Mack later jailed on mooching charges in Huntington.

William Harris Justice of the Peace Felix van Reuth Hyde & Co Downey Frank Mack Gray Harris Mack Huntington East Side

Gattlemen Back Burkett Bill Amid Leasing Debate

January 22 report from the American National Livestock Association shows resolutions urging Congress to pass the Burkett bill with amendments. Colorado Horse and Cattle Growers' association opposed the leasing system favored by federal administration.

American National Livestock Association Committee On Colorado Horse and Cattle Growers’ Association

Fleet Leaves Rio for Punta Arenas

Admiral Evans cabled from Rio Janeiro that the fleet sailed today for Punta Arenas except for the Arethusa, as reported by the navy department in Washington.

Washington Evans Navy Department Rio Janeiro Punta Arenas

Boise Printer Founder Joseph Collins Absent From City

Joseph Collins founder of Collins Printing near Eleventh and Main streets left Boise Monday night. His trunk was sent to Pendleton Oregon. Stockholders met to decide whether to continue the business as debts accrue including $100 owed to employees. The Boise Times may publish next Sunday as a Democratic voice and evolve into a daily paper during the campaign.

Boise Statesman Joseph Collins Collins Printing Company Eleventh Main Streets Boise Collins Pendleton Oregon Collins Prining Company Boiser Times

Evans in Serious Condition From Wounds

County physician Howard Sum moned to reopen an old facial wound on Charles Evans who shot and killed Robert Jackson at the Mc Cammon saloon. Evans, held in jail since the crime, suffers a bullet wound in the face and another in the neck. The face wound worsened last night, exposing bone and prompting removal to a hospital for treatment if needed.

Howard Charles Evans Robert Jackson McCammon Jackson Evans

Idaho's bright future eyed by Denver mining expert

I J Gray of Denver, superintendent and part owner of the Moline Mines and Milling Co. of Colorado, visited Pocatello this week with his brother C W Gray. He travels to Rexburg with Miss Callie Gray and says Colorado investors eye southern Idaho, noting strong mining interest and his cash purchase of 1000 shares in the Pocatello Pressed Brick and Manufacturing Co. during the visit.

I. J. Gray Denver Moline Mines and Milling Company Colorado Pocatello W. Gray Rexburg Callie Gray Mr. Gray Mexico Idaho Pocatello Pressed Brick and Manufacturing Company

State Superintendent promotes school district consolidation

Miss S Belle Chamberlain state superintendent of public instruction visited Rexburg and Rigby to back consolidation of school districts. She attended Fremont county meetings with trustees and teachers along with Prof Thomas of Twin Falls. Rexburg residents hosted a banquet for the visitors and the group held a second successful meeting in Rigby before her return to Boise.

S. Belle Chamberlain Rexburg Rigby Fremont County School Trustees Fremont County Teachers’ Association Miss Chamberlain Thomas Twin Falls Boise

Chicago Private Bank Suspends Payments

The private bank of A C Tisdale in Chicago suspended payments today. Police were alerted to prevent disturbances but none occurred. Liabilities stand at 74000 with assets of about 6000.

Chicago A.C. Tisdale

Collins builds Boise printing plant then fails Sunday paper

Collins, who came to Boise from New York with little capital, built a printing plant after running a soda water stand and news shop. He expanded the operation gradually but the Sunday paper failed to cover growing expenses, despite employing many workers at high salaries.

Ment Collins Boise New York City Collins Antil

Open Shop Motto Adopted by Builders' Exchange Officers

At the Builders' Exchange meeting on January 21 new officers were elected for the year: President J F Murray, Vice President Paul Gartner, Secretary A R Higson, Treasurer H D Shaffer, Trustees Dan Sheldon C E Stevens George Brough W F Brewster Frank Gibbens. The exchange passed a resolution declaring for an open shop and adopted the motto No discrimination and every man on his own merits.

Builders’ Exchange J. F. Murray Paul Gartner A. R. Higson H. D. Shaffer Dan Sheldon C. E. Stevens George Brough W. F. Brewster Frank Gibbens

President Receives Eagleson Resignation From Idaho

Washington dispatch reports Surveyor General Eagleson of Idaho sent in his resignation claiming protest and requesting a further hearing. No action taken yet. cabinet discussion likely.

Washington Eagleson Idaho

Big Doings by Idaho Eagles Set for Grand Officers Visit

Idaho Eagles plan a February 6 reception and events for Grand Presidents Bell and Herring. A Pocatello delegation will escort them from Ogden on February 5 and attend a 1 to 3 p.m. Eagle hall reception, a 3 p.m. initiation of 100 members, 8 p.m. speeches at the Auditorium, and a hall banquet. Former Senator Fred T. Dubois is named among the fledglings.

Aerie of Eagles Bell Herring Pocatello Birds D. J. Elrod C. A. Boyd A. J. Pierce J. B. Hicks A. R. Higson Ogden Cratd Gate City Eagle Hall Fred T. Dubois Auditorium Theatre

Indian Liquor Trade Leads to Jailings in Pocatel lo

Sheriff Quigley and Deputy Lewis detained Sam Lanelle after an Elk saloon sting. Lanelle was identified by an Indian informant for selling liquor to a Native man. He joins two others held by United States Commissioner Caldwell awaiting hearings.

Pocatello United States Caldwell Quigley Bob Lewis Sam Lanelle Elk Saloon

Pittsburg Bank Closed in Pittsboro

The Traders and Mechanics bank, a state institution, was closed today by bank examiners. The Treasury Trust Company, in the same building and a subsidiary, also closed but voluntary. The bank reportedly had a capital of 100000 and depositors are said to be paid in full.

Pittsburg Pittsboro Traders ‘and Mechanics’ Bank Treasury Trust Company

Hayti Revolution Gains Ground in North

Washington reports from Consul Livingston at Cape Haytien indicate revolutionists are advancing in northern Hayti. Cape Haytien is threatened and rebels hold neighboring villages.

Hayti Washington State Department Livingston Cape Haytien

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Salt Lake Usah Harry Gooding Reichstag HYDE Entgre Gattlemen Fleet Rio Joe Collins Mc Cammon State Superintendent of Schools Builders’ Exchange OR Idaho Eagles
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