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The Pocatello Tribune

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1908

Page

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Leaders in Conference to Map Taft Campaign in West

Seventeen western states and territories gather in Colorado Springs to plan systematic mobilization for Taft. National Committeemen and state chairmen discuss bringing out a full Republican vote and aiding neighboring doubtful states over a two day informal meeting chaired by Frank Hitchcock.

Colorado Springs Colo Frank H. Hitchcock National Committee Taft Hitchcock Herbert B. Tenney Arizona George Stone California John F. Vivian Colorado James H. Brady Idaho J. T. Moore Kansas Fletcher Maddox Montana William Hayward Nebraska George F. Turrittin Nevada H. O. Bursum New Mexico L. B. Hanna North Dakota Charles E. Hunter Oklahoma W. M. Cake Oregon W. C. Cook South Dakota Cecil A. Lyon Texas Wesley W. Walton Utah A. F. Statter Washington Gramm Charles W. Burdick Wyoming Senator Warren

Record Run From Idaho Falls to Salt Lake Claimed

Salt Lake Herald reports Salt Lake would-be record holders Bransford and Botterill along with Fred Mosley and James Buck completed a 234 mile Idaho Falls to Salt Lake run in 12 hours 30 minutes. The Pierce Arrow carried the party from Idaho Falls at 10 20 p m to Pocatello and onward to Salt Lake with no accidents or speed restrictions encountered. Bransford drove to Pocatello and Botterill handled the wheel to Salt Lake.

Salt Lake Poccatello Malad Ogden Idaho Falls Bransford Pocatello Tom Botterill

Stolen securities worth 10000 in Chicago case

A suitcase containing stocks and bonds valued at ten thousand dollars belonging to John Buford of Chattanooga was stolen today by a 13 year old boy while Buford listened to a federal court trial.

Chicago John Buford Chattanooga Buford

Nose injury at baseball game injures Short Line engineer

Billy Lloyd, a popular Short Line engineer, was struck on the nose by a foul tip during yesterday's baseball game. The impact caused pain but did not break any bones, as he sat in the grand stand behind protective wire netting.

Billy Lloyd

Engineer Cleared in Manslaughter Trial in Weiser

Edward Hubbard, veteran Oregon Short Line engineer, is found not guilty of manslaughter in the June 12 accident that killed a small boy near Weiser. The trial included a field demonstration of the engine and track conditions. jurors viewed the scene and the court granted a ranch premises inspection. A civil suit seeking damages of 15150 remains active.

Bowen Ayres

Coney Island Seethes in Heat as Thousands Seek Cool Shore

New York reports 25 000 people slept in bathing suits on the sand at Coney Island last night to beat the heat. About 400 000 visitors sweltered there yesterday seeking a breeze in the hot seaside resort.

New York Coney Island

Vilas Faces Serious Brain Hemorrhage in Madison

Former United States senator and Cleveland cabinet member Julian Vilas suffered a brain hemorrhage in Madison on July 20 and the condition was described as serious.

Madison Wis Ilian F. Vilas United States Cleveland

Americans Make Good at the Olympic Games

London July 20 Almost an entirely new set of athletes occupied the dressing rooms at the Olympian stadium. American sprinters and jumpers prepared for finals while weight throwers cyclists and distance runners departed. Daniels of New York won the 100 metre swim final in 1 05 4 5 with a large American ovation. The standing broad jump winners included Americans Sheridan and Adams. Continental style archery was won by Griset of France with Vernal second. Meinhart of the National Turnverein New York won the wrestling match. Cartmell of Penn May of Illinois Stevens of Yale won heats in the sprint and 100 metres. Cartmell and Walker posted 11 second 100 metre times. The 800 metres heats were led by Rodor of Hungary and Sheppard of America with Lightbody trailing.

London Charles M. Daniels New York A. C. Dehalimya Hungary Julian Sweden Daniels Gaidzik Chicago Tsichiliras Greece Martin J. Sheridan America Platt Adams Griset Vernal Cabrenet Meinhart National Turnverein Acute Canada Cartmell University of Pennsylvania May University of Illinois Stevens Yale Duffy South Africa George Duncan Morton United Kingdom Walker Rodor Sheppard Lightbody

Elks Meet Eagles In Key Putty Tariff Clash Next Sunday

Next Sunday at East Side Park the Elks of Pocatello face the Eagles in a crucial game deciding whether to restore the putty tariff. Bris Hicks will pitch for the Eagles with Judge Hopson catching. Frank Sealley leads the Eagles as manager and will officiate at first base until wind fatigue. An umpire changes each inning and firearms searches will guard the gates.

Twin Falls East Side Park Elks Eagles of Frank Sealley Eagles Bris Hicks Hopson Frank Jack Hayes The Ma’ams Academy Router Service Graham Sam Ferguson

Bryan again appeals for funds for his campaign

William J. Bryan urged Democratic newspapers to collect funds from subscribers and noted Oklahoma City and the News-Scimitar of Memphis have begun dollar subscriptions. He expressed optimism that a larger campaign fund will come from the masses.

Mailview Lincoln William J. Bryan Oklahoma City News-Scimitar Memphis Bryan

Auto Stage Wreck Injures Fifteen Near Lynden

A heavy automobile stage from Lynden to Bellingham overturned after a tire stripped from a wheel fouled the steering gear. The wreck left fifteen passengers injured with three in serious condition.

Bellingham Wash Lynden

Butte Franchise Owner Departures Spark Grievances

Russ Hall owner of the Butte franchise in the North Western baseball league left the city with his team. He will not return this season and all Butte games have been transferred. Attendance has not paid for the baseballs used.

Butte Russ Hall Northwestern

Merry Widow Hats Seen At City Academy Affair

Ant Manassa notes attendees will miss the game and remain silent while Merry Widow hats are plentiful at the academy event.

Ant Manassa Academy

Tribune Trip Contest Sparks Bannock County Rivalry

Local readers report a Tribune contest to select the four most popular young women in Bannock County. Madge Jennie and others compete as contestants rally relatives and friends, promising prizes that would feel royal. The bid to win stirs strong citywide interest.

the Tribune Bannock County Madge Jennie Jim Papa George Grandpa Jack Loraine Tribune Pocatello and Bannock County Fuge Pwo

Bear Lake Electric Plants Consolidate

Consolidation was enacted in Montpelier last Tuesday night between the two Bear Lake electric lighting companies. A new holding company, Bear Lake Power Company Limited, was formed to hold the old firms with new stock issued on an equitable basis. Officers include L. L. Evans president Alfred Budge vice president James Redman treasurer J A Tupper general manager directors D W Standrod J N Ireland and A W Service of Pocatello. Improvements planned to expand service and maximize power output at both plants.

Montpelier Bear Lake Power Company, Limited L. L. Evans Alfred Budge James Redman J. A. Tupper D. W. Standrod

Pocatello to Play Two-Game Series at Soda Springs

The Pocatello Pioneers travel to Soda Springs on the 24th and 25th for two games against Fizz Water, as part of the Pioneers day celebration expected to draw fans from across the eastern county. The lineup will be strengthened and there is confidence in winning at least one game. Several Pocatello supporters will accompany the team.

Pocatello Soda Springs Indians

City Council Meeting Tonight For Tax And Franchise Bills

An adjourned council session at 8 p.m. will review the telephone tax ordinance and the Rice water franchise measure along with other items. Patrons of the Bell company expect the phone ordinance to fail to pass. The Rice franchise ordinance is amended to fund street repairs where mains are laid.

Bell Company

YMCA Membership League Plans At Association Building

The membership league of the local Y M C A will meet this evening to hear suggested names and discuss plans to increase membership. New members added this month total 61 with 45 enjoying full privileges and 16 being students and boys.

Magic City leads early as Twin Falls tops Pocatello in exhibition

In a fast paced game the Twin Falls bats produced eight runs while Pocatello could only reply with Posey O Kane's home run. Kinney Yale 07 starred with multi position play and five hits as Twin Falls overwhelmed Pocatello 17 hits to seven. The Sagebrushers, led by Bliss and Farrell, dominated the opening inning and held the Indians scoreless after.

Posey O’ Kane Pocatello Twin Falls Indians Sagebrushers Atkinson Bliss Farrell Kinney Yale Stickville

Immense Tract of Teton Valley Lands Open to Settlement

J D Killpack of Driggs Idaho and H D Winger with Teton Valley Real Estate plan sale of 25 000 acres to settlers aided by Stowe Palmer in Salt Lake City. Land near Wyoming line fertile with water from thirteen creeks. prices 20 to 50 dollars per acre. Wheat oats and hay yields cited. coal and mineral resources noted. Oregon Short Line survey for railroad into valley. locals foresee railroad and quicker shipping from Rexburg St Anthony and Ashton.

J. D. Killpack Idaho State Legislature Driggs Idaho H. D. Winger Teton Valley Real Estate & Investment Company Salt Lake Stowe & Palmer Teton Valley Yellowstone National Park Teton River Snake River Killpack Bighlorn Mountains Oregon Short Line Yellowstone Park Rexburg St. Anthony Ashton

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Colo. Springs Trans- Missouri States Sturgis Charles Cavender William FE. Borah David W. Mulvane Thomas ©. Marshall Victor Rosewater Cash M. Cade Ralph E. Williams Thomas Thorson William Spry E. Loese Robert L. McCormick George E. Pexton Vilas Berg's Bear Lake Electric Plants Pocatello Capitalists Pocatello Nine Fizz Water Team Magic City Bunch
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