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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1924
Page
4
The Tribune lists delivery by mail at 80 cents per month in advance. Six months in advance cost 4.76. One year in advance 8.00. Entered at the post office in Pocatello Idaho as second class matter.
Congress considers measures to aid farmers including a possible federal distribution system for farm produce. Critics warn of inefficiency, political graft, and high costs, while supporters urge relief amid low profits, middleman gouging, and water shortages.
The Bannock Sportsman's association expands beyond hunting and fishing to develop roads community projects and youth education. Leaders including the president and cabinet members join in a sustained conservation program echoing recreational conference goals.
The passage notes Franklin Roosevelt once tied to the Wilson camp now aligned with Al Smith as the likely Democratic presidential nominee. It highlights Smith’s appeal to independents and New York’s influence on the upcoming convention.
The passage notes Kilauea and Walsh subsiding and resuming quiet behavior while the press columns will likely feature small items such as bomb incidents and Mexican insurrections.
The incident is attributed to the spirit of adventure of two young men. It may also be noted with some gratification that the assailants did not intend murder or mutilation.
Delegates walked out and others applauded denouncing the Anti Saloon league at the Columbus convention. The discord highlighted the tensions between wet and dry factions during the session.
A satirical note recalls an Eastern man shooting himself over his wife styling hair. The quip says some barbers won’t be discouraged. It also pokes fun at bootleggers and political jibes about McAdoo as a favorite son.
A fragmented note says Johnson will not attend the publican convention as he chose not to run and now must prove he can lose gracefully despite prior campaign efforts.
The article notes that Russia refers to itself as the Union of Soviet Republics, a formal-sounding but difficult name. It discusses how such an identity is asserted and remarked upon, with reference to timber and form estimates as part of the discussion.
A childhood scene describes locating a hall switch after guiding a sleepy family to bed. The narrator moves to the hall and, with sounds of hats and coats, deduces a coat rack hides the clue and begins sweeping the surrounding wall area.
A household near the dinner table experiences a frantic struggle with light switches as the porch and cellar lights are turned on in a rush. The narrator narrowly prevents the vase on the hall table from shattering while chasing the right button and finally goes to bed, realizing the porch light was left on again.
The piece portrays a swirl of political clichés and factions as voters and offices loom in the campaign season. It mocks tariffs versus taxes, bribery in back rooms, and the theatre of public speeches while warning of forthcoming outcomes when votes are tallied in November.
The piece urges respect for the flag ahead of Flag Day, citing rules from the American Legion Weekly. It lists do nots such as dipping to persons or objects, covering or draping it, using it as advertising, or placing it on cushions, while noting one exception: the Church Flag may fly above the national emblem.
The Public Health Service plans four summer schools to train public health workers and physicians. The California program will run at the University of California, Berkeley, from June 23 to August 2, aiming to update practitioners on mortality causes and disease prevention.
Vice Chairman W. B. Culberson argues war stems from economic life and industrial imperialism. He traces expansion from the colonial era to the industrial revolution, noting conflicts among large powers over resources and markets and Western versus Oriental resentment, aligning with Hoover's call to curb foreign monopolies.
The nation as the basic unit is urged with a plan for a stronger international framework to reduce reliance on force. Publicity would enforce commission decisions regulating raw materials and foodstuffs, while addressing economic roots of war beyond outlawing it. The essay notes psychological and racial factors often overlooked.
The Rotarian discusses Robert Elting's June article based on a nationwide survey. It argues community chests operate as voluntary taxation, with per capita subscriptions averaging 2.50 to 4.50 and rarely exceeding 5.00, and notes success beyond large cities when funds are managed like a business with annual statements.
The National Republican editorial bemoans envy and hatred spreading through today’s politics. It warns that undermining faith in institutions may invite poorer governments and urges judgment over passion. Citizens should defend American institutions and promote confidence and hope.
Readable entries list notable anniversaries and events from 1576 1783 1824 1862 1874 1842 1899 1920. Includes Frobisher Washington Byington Freemont Moses Ford Johnson Island and the Republican convention with scattered garbled text.
A collage of verse and prose notes casual grand statements about hunting sailing and air travel with lines like there’s a thrill in the sight of a bear and you must win that regatta or sink. It dismisses poetry and hints at public figures and future elections in a satirical collage.
A public health notice explains how the human eye works like a camera with muscles guiding focus. It stresses early detection and proper glasses to prevent squint, cross eyes, and vision loss, noting treatments from corrective lenses to surgery when needed.
The House of Commons has passed a bill aimed at equalizing terms for Greek Brates. The measure seeks parity in service terms, addressing disparities noted in the current system. Further debates are expected as the bill moves toward final approval.
This day favors mental repose and outdoor pastimes with a relaxing tone. It notes a tendency toward liberty and urges guarding against promiscuous friendships while highlighting a charm that attracts true friendship. It lists notable individuals born on this date and warns of quick love and slow growing loyalty.
Charles B. Tenderson former United States senator from Nevada was born in San Jose California 61 years ago Vivian M. Lewis Chancellor of the State of New Jersey born in Patterson New Jersey 55 years ago Clarence H. De Mar Boston Marathon winner and American representative in committee hines born in Medina Ohio 86 years ago today
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