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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1908
Page
2
Classified line shows post office entry from Pocatello Idaho with rates indicated for mailing and transit through malls, marking second class matter status and transmission details.
Community debate in Pocatello centers on whether to celebrate Independence Day. The Commercial Club hesitates to take charge due to fundraising strain from local business shutdowns, prompting choice between a costly in town observance or foregoing celebration.
The piece notes Mae McKenzie seeks a comeback to the stage after testifying for the defense in the Harry Thaw trial. It compares her fading public profile to Nan Patterson and Evelyn Thaw and argues she belongs in theater rather than scandal driven headlines. It reflects era interest in court ties to show business.
The Coeur d Alene Sun reports James H. Brady appears set for Republican nomination for Idaho governor with no challengers. Brady’s broad support is seen as a near certainty at the state convention, though opponents may attack him over unkept legislative promises from the party platform.
A suggestion argues that delaying the party convention until after the November election would save substantial time and money for supporters, reducing widespread efforts and costs.
The Shoshone Journal coins the epithet describing former Senator Dubois as a political polygamist for courting multiple parties including Republicans Silver Republicans and the Utah American party. Lewiston Tribune quotes a fiery Democratic convention moment demanding action against a Mormon apostle and praising Dubois with a provocative rallying cry.
Entries mark June 9 events including John Howard Payne born 1792, dramatist and author. Sara Payson Willis born 1811, later known as Fanny Fern, Eldridge and Parton. Charles Dickens died 1870, born 1812. Edward Moran born 1829, marine and landscape painter, died in New York City.
The report notes Sun sets at 7 26, rises at 4 24, moon sets 2 05 a m with moon age 11 days. Jupiter shows four satellites closely grouped near the planet. Mercury is visible in the western sky after sunset.
The Bannock County Idaho registrar invites qualified electors of Pocatello Third Precinct to register at 455 South Main Street on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays from June 1 1908 through June 27 1908 between 9 00 pm and 5 00 pm and again 7 00 pm to 9 00 pm for the June 30 1908 special election. Ellen L Reeves Registrar Third Precinct.
Greatly reduced rates to Omaha Kansas City Chicago St Louis and other eastern points via Oregon Short Line and Over land Route Tickets limited to October 31st.
A humorous verse contrasts wants across society from motors to power and titles. It notes men seeking age, marriage, leadership, and even a kingdom while playfully presenting Cannon’s desire to be both Uncle Joseph and Uncle Sam, as printed in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
An unnamed speaker pleads for the husband’s swift return to their mountain home. The verse laments separation, compares longing to a guiding chain, and contrasts distant crowds with the desire for intimate reunion. The poem ends with a plea for haste and safe arrival.
Verse envisions a future where navies fade, banners unite under one banner, and creeds find one fold. It imagines an end to sectarian conflict as all nations join in peaceful service and a lasting harmony beyond battles and guns.
An advertisement warns against mercury ointments for catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It claims the remedy contains no mercury, is taken internally, and is sold by druggists for 75 cents per bottle. Testimonials are available.
Tom Moore of Rural Route 1 Coch rin Ga reports a persistent sore on his foot healed after using Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He bought a 25 cent box and achieved a perfect cure under the product guarantee at Ferguson & Jenkins' drug stores in Pocatello and McCammon.
An advertisement touts Hallard's Snow Liniment as a cure for rheumatism and pain. The copy claims minor rheumatic twinges can signal a severe attack and promotes the product available from Mra A L Cook, druggist, at 26 and 1.00 dollars.
Bannock County announces a special election process in Pocatello Idaho for the 1st Precinct. Voters may cast ballots at 423 East Center Street every Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. through June 27. The election day is Tuesday June 30 1908. Rachel Robinson Registrar Clerk of 1st Precinct.
Local grain brief notes ample wheat at Nielson and Sons mill. Community trade mentions supply health and prices with no further context.
The ad proclaims Mi o na Stomach Tablets as a genuine guarantee for indigestion relief and flatulence. It cites Mrs. Brewer of Whiteland Indiana and Mrs A L Cook selling with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure, urging try a 50 cent box.
County of Bannock Second Precinct announces Saturday registration start June 1 1908 at EBC White & Co 300 East Center Street. Registration runs each Saturday 9 am to 6 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm through June 27 1908 for the special election to be held June 30 1908. Maude M Kelly Registrar.
A fragmented OCR note references Rock Springs Coal per OOe and a lumber firm, 00 Ltd, with uncertain details about a trade listing or corporate filing. The readable items imply a business notice involving coal and lumber entities and a numbered identifier 262.
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