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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1902
Page
1
Chicago reports violent clashes as non union drivers clash with strike supporters over a meat shortage. A wagon was overturned and meat stolen while a civilian driver from ex Alderman Duddleston’s team faced mob attack. Police used force to quell riots and secure meat deliveries.
The Western Labor Union adopts the name American Labor Union to extend across the country and promote socialism. Organizers will be sent east to recruit AFL members with socialist leanings and to form a national and international labor movement opposed by the AFL.
The south Oregon express on the Southern Pacific, leaving Redding at 10:45 pm, wrecked near Clear Creek four miles from the city. Engineer J. M. White and Fireman Fred Vantassel died in the crash after a half open switch reportedly left by an unknown person. Several passengers were injured.
Portland report shows Chamberlain in a tight governor race with a Democrat lead of 258 from 28 counties reported and 5 awaiting returns. Republican ticket dominates state offices, Multnomah County votes solid for Republicans, and Congressmen Tongue and Williamson post stronger margins than in prior elections.
Wilkesbarre June 4. President Mitchell met with Frank Sargent and other national labor leaders in Scranton. He described the gathering as social, but speculation grows about a new move involving railroads and labor interests for the near future as the region starts a quiet day.
At Vereniiging the Boer ballot totaled 554 for surrender and six against. General Lewis Botha issued an open letter thanking Burghers for past obedience and urging continued loyalty to the new government.
In Indianapolis on June 4 the Democratic state convention adopted a platform and named a ticket led by Secretary of State Alfred Schon of Attica, Attorney General William E. Stillwell, State Auditor J. P. Briggs, State Treasurer Jerome Herff, and Clerk of the Supreme Court Adam Heimberger.
The W. O. W. Band performs an open air concert at the bank corner tonight at 7 30 with a diverse program including Expulsio Tosey Overture Wang Morse Creole Bolles and other waltzes bolles Schottische and overtures.
In the House the resolution for a detailed statement of General Leonard Wood’s Cuba expenditures was laid on the table after a roll call. The Senate passed the Lodge Philippine government bill 48 to 30 with three Republicans voting no and one Democrat voting yes. The Isthmian Canal bill was begun to be considered next.
June 4 in Granite City a man named Bell, one of twenty five imported from St. Louis to replace striking molders at the plant, shot three white strikers as they warned him to retreat. He gained entry to the works after being struck by a rock and firing a revolver. One victim likely will die. a murder warrant was sworn out against Bell.
Des Moines Jan 4 United States District Attorney Miles opened the Balliet case accusing Balliet with knowledge of the disputed letters. Miles mocked Balliet as the Cecil Rhodes of America and spoke most of the day while Judge A Bishop defended the accused. Colonel James Callahan of Baker City Ore will close for the defense. Balliet testified last night denying involvement and claiming letters were sent by his employer in his absence.
Salt Lake Herald reports an imminent rush of outside prospectors to the Fort Hall Indian reservation when ceded lands open on the 17th. Copper belts near Pocatello are said to be excluded from normal location rules, while Mt Putnam is viewed as the key to the district. Projections describe a race to grab ground south and east of Ross fork and toward Inkum Creek feeders, with a possible plan to form a powerful mining organization near Pocatello.
London June 4. It is announced that Lord Kitchener has been created a Viscount by King Edward.
London Jane 4 Ard Patrick won the Derby with jockey Shweta Martin riding. The American rider delivered a decisive ride to seal the victory in the classic race.
The W. O. W. band will play an outdoor show at Bank Corner starting at 7 50 this evening. Local music lovers are invited to attend as the ensemble performs a program of popular tunes and marches.
The mayor of Pocatello demands explanation from the American Falls Water Power Company of New Jersey and agents F A Bridge and Jon A Tupper. He notes digging and pole erection in Pevasulo streets, cites Ordinance 101, and threatens to bar use of streets until power is generated from American Falls. The letter, dated June 3, 1902, warns of forfeiture if obligations are not met.
City council meeting chaired by Mayor Steely reviews May disbursements and police activity. Financed budget totals 26 005 with departments including police fire and improvements. Members seek extra time on backhack and street railway ordinances before final report.
In Albany New York the supreme court issued an injunction restraining certain western beef packing companies from operating in the state in violation of the anti trust law. The order rests on the affidavit of D W Meredith former manager for Switt Co.
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