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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1926
Page
22
The Tribune argues for publishing true names in official records despite subscriber protests and editor abuse. It contends withholding names harms public trust and emphasizes a community newspaper's duty to report facts fairly without bias.
The piece notes Hornaday's 30 year leadership at the New York zoo and his continued advocacy for conservation. It criticizes his auto and civilization criticisms while acknowledging his influence in promoting protection, hatcheries, and game laws, and cites Yellowstone Kaibab as evidence of policy success.
A writer in Texas mocks a claimed human walking fad as pigeon toe and notes a cult of barefoot young women. He argues against evolution musings and parades while joking about athletic seasons at Princeton in March.
An Idaho senator condemns the referendum though it reflects broad public voting, noting his former support for the direct primary. He argues people deserve a voice on any issue, stressing the referendum does not erase the populace’s role in elections or policy questions.
The article argues swearing has limited utility and should be discouraged especially among youth. It notes expletives surface in jest or exhaustion but often lead to gossip and trouble while acknowledging moments when strong language may vent energy or restrain obstreperous behavior. It praises courteous treatment of visitors and calls for self control and careful jury scrutiny.
The county auditor announces total county assessment at 874 768 dollars, excluding railroad property to be fixed by the state board. Sheriff searches for Minnie Woodall and Harry Barnard after a runaway, later believed to have wed in Paris. Senator Fred T. Dubois visits, canal contract near Ft Mall slated to start within sixty days. Dan Swinehart sells Partnenf Electric Light plant to Pocatello Power and Irrigation Co. Dr Steely treats injured Higgins family after wagon accident. City considers dairy regulation ordinance.
Local editor laments poor milk supply and cites 5000 Philadelphia child deaths from bad milk. In Catello cows halted, river water polluted, hog pens nearby as residents seek action.
Today honors several prominent figures with milestone birthdays. William R Ine, dean of St Pauls Cathedral in London, is 66, born in Yorkshire. Charles MacVeagh, U S ambassador to Japan, born in West Chester Pennsylvania, is 66. Michael J Hoban, bishop of Scranton, born in Waterloo New Jersey, is 73. Thomas Washington, rear admiral, born in Goldsboro North Carolina, is 61. Frances Starr, actress, born in Oneonta New York, is 40.
A compact record lists anniversaries and notable events: 1844 founding of the Young Men’s Christian Association in London by George Williams. 1899 fire largely destroying Beatrice’s business section. 1891 death of Sir John A. Macdonald in Ottawa. 1901 Theodore Geer elected Oregon governor. 1908 Clifton cloudburst causing 60 deaths and $2.5 million in damages. 1914 treaty on liquor and drug smuggling between United States and Canada.
A playful poem contrasts a nightingale with a cat’s caterwaul. The speaker argues the night’s music may drive him mad yet the other cat would dismiss it, and observes truth depends on perspective. The verse ends with a punchy tag about invincibility and Ruth.
Elinore a popular belle uses charm to keep Jack hooked after jilting him for a new suitor Irene Jackson steps in, sparking a cruel triangle. The piece argues against clinging ex after breakups and urges letting go to aid healing. Copyright 1926 Bell Syndicate.
Five thousand Zulu warriors danced before the Prince of Wales at Eshowe, South Africa, as crowds watched a grand royal display during a period of imperial pageantry. The Soviet Government of Russia is preparing to buy 50,000 freight cars.
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