25 Jan 1949
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1949
Page
1
President Truman urged prompt drafting of a Columbia Basin Authority law while regional leaders pressed for maximum Northwest authority in creating and running the proposed CVA. The move signals strong regional input on watershed governance and project oversight.
A joint emergency session of city and county officials and engineers met at the Hotel Bannock to address a potential Portneuf River flood in Pocatello as heavy snows and severe winter raise the risk. Officials urged immediate protective measures to prevent one of the county's worst floods, while national leaders pursued legislation for a Columbia Valley Authority and river basin development with interstate representation.
Boise report shows a repeal bill stymied by parliamentary moves. The House tabled the measure 32 to 27, and an adjournment motion passed 92 to 37, making a two thirds vote to bring it back unlikely. Senate adjourned quickly after moves to introduce a similar anti slot bill.
Air Force crews run the hay lift to aid 180000 Nevada livestock stranded by heavy snow. First shipments delivered alfalfa to 10000 sheep in a 200 mile radius with precise, rapid drops. Stockmen hailed the operation as a major relief and expect more deliveries to follow.
Senate Banking Committee Chairman Maybank and House Banking Committee Chairman Spence reached an informal agreement to speed action on housing and rent control. The plan calls for House study and action on extending and tightening rent controls while the Senate considers general housing legislation and can take up rent controls when the House acts. Senator Sparkman will chair hearings on the housing program with a target to have a new law before March 31. hearings may begin February 2 and next week for rent control.
Margaret Truman, who denied reports she halted potatoes, will receive a 100 pound bag of Lebanon county spuds. The gift was organized by Mildred Gibble Deuber of Myerstown after she secured a statement from the president’s daughter denying the no potato report.
In district court Judge Isaac McDougall hears a dispute over Mink Creek flood waters between Joseph and Palm er, owners of about 100 acres, and Nephie Johnson with Albert Johnson. The Pal mers seek a permanent injunction for interference with farm operations. The defense claims eight years of mutual water use and that the Palm ers permitted and even helped dig a ditch to divert Mink Creek water.
An unconfirmed report says 43 head of Indian cattle died Monday night on river bottoms west of Fort Hall due to lack of food and shelter. Residents rely on roaming. heavy snows and cold push cattle into canyons with no forage, sparking fear of further losses without emergency feed.
In Washington eight Democrats on the Senate labor committee joined five Republicans to set a February 10 deadline for hearings on a bill to repeal Taft Hartley and replace it with an improved Wagner act. Senator Morse of Oregon warned Republicans they will be heard on the senate floor if not heard in committee. Senator Taft of Ohio echoed the warning as Chairman Thomas said hearings on repeal are unnecessary and that the panel should focus on Wagner act amendments reflecting Truman proposals.
Residents in Salt Lake City reported a vivid Aurora Borealis show lasting from 6 30 p m last night into the early hours today. The red white and blue lights stretched across the northern horizon in a rare stratospheric panorama.
Funeral services for Chester G. Wells 61 president of Pargo Wilson Wells will be held 2 p m Wednesday at Trinity Episcopal Church Rev A E Asbee will officiate He died Sunday morning at his home 710 N Garfield after a cerebral hemorrhage Interment in Mount Moriah. Downard mortuary in charge. Family may call at home until service time.
A bill to authorize a one million dollar dam to regulate Bear River water in Utah was used today by Sen. Watkins. The reservoir would keep marshes from drying in summer and supports one of the country’s largest refuges.
Readers are urged to browse the Tribune Classifieds for buy trade or sell options. The page touts easy economical listings and quick answers to needs with the help line 128.
A foreign office spokesman announced that the government seat has been moved southward toward Canton with notes sent to foreign embassies in Nanking. Officials expect the transfer to be completed by mid February as Communist forces advance across the Yangtze and open talks with Li Tsung Jen’s peace delegation in Peiping.
Interior Department unveils regulations to spur phosphate exploration on public lands. Doubling state lease land from 2 560 to 5 120 acres per holder and a US cap of 10 240 acres, raising royalties from 2 to 5 percent and adding non competitive exploration leases.
Reed Benson about 45 was killed last night in an accident at the Independent Coal and Coke Company mine in Kenilworth Utah. Two co workers were injured. Benson died while removing a pillar supporting a section of the mine roof during work.
The forecast calls for very cold temperatures with lows 25 to 30 below zero and a high near 0 to 35 above on Wednesday. Expect clear skies and continued extreme cold tonight and Wednesday.
Idaho state senate rejected a federal two term presidential amendment along party lines with 24 Democrats voting against and 20 Republicans for. The house had previously approved the measure with 34 Republicans and one Democrat in favor and 23 Democrats and one Republican against. Senator J E Williams accused the majority of breaking a precedent by adjourning without introducing a slot machine repeal measure.
Floyd Millet resigns as Brigham Young University basketball coach to pursue business in Salt Lake City. Stan Watts, already on the BYU staff, is appointed to succeed him. Millet, a BYU alum and multi-sport figure, previously coached at Davis High School and other Utah institutions. Watts returns to BYU after a career at Mesa High School, Dixie Junior College, Jordan High School, and a BYU coaching stint.
North ern Idaho display lit the horizon with red green and white lights shaping arcs across the night sky last evening. Local observers noted a vivid scene along the northern valley as residents enjoyed the seasonal illumination.
The Pocatello weather bureau records a new all time low of 31.4 below zero, surpassing the 1933 mark. Officials note city readings run warmer than the airport due to smoke and factors downtown. The winter remains severe with 37.4 inches of snow on the ground and a forecast of 25 to 30 below tonight.
A gunman fired on nearly 100 officers, wounding three, before being shot and killed. John de la Casa, linked to Napa shooting and Pasadena robberies, was found dead in a shed after police ordered him out. Officers injured included radio patrolmen Vera, Storey, and Ortega. recovered items include a stolen key, stamps, gloves, tools, a third gun, and burglary loot.
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