02 Jul 1928
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1928
Page
1
Reports from Norway claim the body of explorer Roald Amundsen was found off the coast, but officials and newspapers express skepticism amid widespread rumors. Paris meanwhile continues searches for the missing crew of the dirigible Mafta as expeditions gather in northern waters.
Chicago officials reported citizens pledged about 160 600 dollars to support crime relief projects. The county board had failed to provide funds, leaving a shortfall near 150 000 dollars. Authorities expected further fundraising to cover the shortfall by week’s end.
New York dispatch notes pursuit of Frank Yale a friend of "Rear face Al" Capone over the killings tied to the 1938 Corisimo case and a 1934 Dice Odamica death. It questions whether Yale’s death connects to the recent tackling of "Big Tim" Murphy in Chicago.
The Ku Klux Klan invites Governor Smith to address about 26 000 members in Queens on Independence Day eve. A telegram guarantees Governor Smith and companions “absolute safety” and cites the leaders’ desire to hear his views and learn more about him.
Governor Alfred E. Smith arrives in New York for informal talks outlining his campaign plan. He seeks to personally decide major strategy before the National Democratic committee meeting on July 11, with about 15 speeches across the country and broadcasts planned from campaign trains.
In Provo Utah July 2 Christine Johnson of Ephraim and a sister were badly injured when a machine driven by J W Russell of Ogden struck their car near Provo. Christine remained unconscious at moon today but doctors expect recovery. Russell suffered a leg fracture and head injuries, others in the crash included Mrs Russell daughter Ligsve Ellary Hunt the car’s driver and two accompanying Johnson girls.
Hoover starts what may be his last full week as secretary of commerce in Washington. He plans to resign to President Coolidge around July 10, travel by special train with the Republican nominating party, and reach San Francisco via Reno or another route. A California committee led by Gov. Young will escort him to Oakland and then San Francisco, with a first public address likely after their greeting.
Lesle Smith, a novice airman from St. Louis, was found dead beside his wrecked plane on a wooded hillside near Elsinore Missouri. Farmers searching Ossarkse swathes located the craft after a violent storm Thursday night and a parachute remained attached, suggesting loss of control at low altitude.
Washington July 2 The federal government opens the new fiscal year with a surplus and reduced national debt. Sec Mellon cited improvements with receipts exceeding expenditures, a debt reduction of about 9.6 billion dollars, and tax cuts totaling 6.3 billion. Total ordinary receipts reached 4.043 billion against 3.644 billion in expenditures.
Geneva reports Charles Hughes was nominated to succeed Dr. John Bassett Moore on the World Court of International Justice. The announcement noted a boy owed his life to a faithful dog, reflecting human interest amid the formal appointment.
A party of searchers located a man with a broken leg and exposure in the desert near American Falls while tracking cows. He reportedly crawled toward a trail seeking help as the group pressed on to aid him.
London July 2 Critics of General Umberto Nobile's Arctic flight and rescue operations mount after two expeditions vanish. Soviet official Kameneff accuses the base ship Citta di Milano of poor coordination while others call the mission a dark blot in Arctic exploration.
A tale from the county jail recounts W E Trainer alias Jack Farrar serving a term for liquor selling while blaming his partner on a honeymoon. Trainer describes Farrar as a recent bridegroom who proposed to pay the fine, with Trainer jailed longer after a prior escape attempt and a broken plan.
A major heat wave is forecast to reach New York City around the fourth of July weekend. Temperatures are expected to soar above 90 degrees with widespread heat advisories and residents urged to seek shade and stay hydrated as the city braces for extreme conditions.
Charlee T Wrightson of Varney Airlines announces potential transcontinental passenger route from Seattle through Portland and Boise to Belt Lake City with Pocatello as a possible stop. Walter T Varney to study equipment in Europe. Leon Cuddeback named general manager in San Francisco to push four motor plane plans.
In the American League action at Washington the Yankees fall 4 to 3 after a trio of runs in the eighth inning. Pipgras allowed eight hits while Braxton worked by for Washington, Grabowski catching for New York.
In Albay province near Manila, Mayon volcano erupts for the largest time since June 21. Thousands flee danger zones as lava and ash darken the region. Gov Henry Stimson moves to have a naval destroyer ready if needed. Health officials monitor camps for cholera and quarantines.
United States Marshal H O Pagh requested permission to dispatch deputies to Thrispah Utah near the Nevada line to investigate reports that the Goshute Indians were threatening farmers. Ibapah storekeeper reported no serious trouble being kept quiet and no further details were provided by Indian agent B E Bagance.
Chattanooga marks the fiftieth anniversary of Adolph S. Ochs ownership of the Times with a three day celebration. Mayor Bass presides at city hall as he prepares to award the public key to the city and confer emeritus status, with a party arriving by train and riverboat events planned.
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