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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1920
Page
19
Mrs. B. Wright and her children plan to depart Monday for Arkansas and Oklahoma for a three month vacation. Mr. Wright will join them in July.
A marriage license was issued Saturday at the county clerk office to John G. Cameron and Wilma E. Goff, both residents of Idaho Falls.
Bannock County commissioners meet in a special session at the county building to hear the petition of W. P. Have and others seeking formation of an irrigation district to include Ft. Hall land.
Wm H Powers Short Line dispatcher reported his Ford touring car stolen from his Fairview residence on May 6. The vehicle turned up in Salt Lake where James L. James, 21, admitted operating it and said he bought it from a Twin Falls man with a bill of sale. Deputy Sheriff Tom Smith brought James to Pocatello for investigation as Powers prepared to return home from Zion.
District Judge O. R. Baum spent the weekend with relatives in American Falls and reported good road conditions after driving to Pocatello from Power City early this morning.
Louie Zeese was shot in the right breast Friday evening while with Miss Marcel La Blanche on Fast Center street. Zeese remains in serious condition at Lynn hospital. Marcel La Blanche and a young man named Wolfe are being held for investigation by county authorities.
Police were alerted late Saturday to seek a Buick bearing Idaho license 16869 stolen from Idaho Falls. The car has the initials H. M. C. painted on its side. It had not been located by this afternoon.
There was not a trout stream near Pocatello lacking fishermen yesterday. The Portneuf yielded several good catches while Big Springs was sluggish. Mackay offered excellent sport though Mink Creek saw only smaller fish in modest numbers.
The Dan Kenney versus Tuam Fruit Company civil case, tried Saturday before Judge O. R. Baum, was continued this morning with expectations a verdict would be reached early this afternoon. If a verdict is reached, the Turner Trust Company versus Sam Gillette case will be heard today.
State Representative Hall from Malad is a Pocatello visitor today to attend the Eagles convention session here today and tomorrow, taking part in the meeting with local organizers and members.
Mink Creek fishermen led by Attorney D. C. McDougall and County Attorney Isaac McDougall with Marty McDougall Manley Coultrap and Nicholas Ifft fished yesterday on Mink Creek. No official statement on catch size was released. A local report suggested the fish were six inches long.
A number of Pocatello residents made auto trips through the southern end of the county yesterday and reported crop indications in that section excellent. Roads were generally in good shape with only short stretches near Swan Lake noted as deficient.
Mrs. June Francis Plant died Saturday evening at a local hospital at age six? years. She was formerly Mrs. Wm Plant and later Mrs. Robert Hints, whose husband was killed in France with the A K F. She leaves a sister Mrs James A Crum and an 11 year old son. Funeral tomorrow at 2 from McHan Undertaking chapel with interment at Mountainview.
The Tech summer program reports the heaviest enrollment in the institution’s history as both dormitories fill to capacity. Faculty appeal for private housing to accommodate students, with all campus buildings occupied and local homes urged to cooperate during the summer session.
Mrs Marcus Johnson and Miss Olga Lindstrom from Ogden arrive in the city for a two week visit as house guests of Mr and Mrs Wood at 860 West Clark Street. They are nieces of Mrs Dana N Wood and members of the Wallin family from this city.
Helen Mary infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Raymond Herdot passes away Monday evening at the family home 83 East Wyeth. Remains are in charge of Schumacher Hall company. Meanwhile Frank D Jennainge and Ella Jennings murder case shipment to Los Angeles by the Schumacher Hall company notes LA relations and ongoing search finds no suspects despite diligent police efforts.
A family quarrel led to the arrest of Clarence Maller by Chief L A Lehrbas this morning and he was turned over to county authorities. Mrs Miller accuses her husband of assault.
James Varley son of Mr and Mrs Frank Varley is recovering well after an operation at a local hospital yesterday.
In a Monday afternoon jury trial in police court Frank K Higson was found not guilty of speeding and dismissed. The complaint was filed by G W Johnson, motorcycle patrolman. Robert Stoddard faces court for driving without a license this evening, as do J Loveland and Ned McCracken for similar violations. FP Heath, charged with reckless driving, was released on a $25 bond and will return tonight.
Bob Martin, renowned Salt Lake track man and long distance runner, visited the Tech campus on Monday for a brief workout. He has high sprint honors in the Intermountain region and is traveling from the Salt Lake lodge of Elks No. 85 to California for the Olympic trials.
Infant son of Mr and Mrs John Meese of North Grant avenue died Monday in Inkom. Funeral services were conducted in Inkom today by the Schumaker and Hall company with burial to follow or as arranged by local funeral director.
A group of men from the Pocatello high school faculty spent Monday fishing on Mink Creek. They described the outing as very enjoyable with few comments on the number of fish caught.
A telegram at the local army recruiting station notes the 1920 act changing regular army enlistment to three years. It repeals prior three months pay for re enlistments and establishes a new enlistment allowance of 90 dollars, payable to enlistees or re enlistees after honorable discharge.
Marriage licenses were issued Monday at the county clerk's office to John B. Peterson and Lena E. Cools both of Idaho Falls and to James W. Merando and Agnes M. McCarrel both of Salt Lake. The Peterson couple were married last evening by Justice of the Peace John A. Tupper at his East Center street office.
Miss Marcel Le Blanche and Wm H Wolfe were arraigned before Justice E G Houde on Tuesday afternoon charged with assault with intent to commit great bodily harm in connection with last Friday evenings shooting of Loule Zeese.
Prominent officials of the Boise Payette Lumber company and other parties interested in the concern are visiting from Pocatello. The group motored to American Falls and Blackfoot today then planned to return to Pocatello for a meeting this evening. Members include A Barton Boise C H Lockwood Eau Claire Wis F H Thatcher and George Little Winona Minn Dr B P Clapp Pasadena James Clapp Everett Wash R D Musser Little Falls Minn R Musser Muscatine Ia K A Barton Emmett Charles Worthauser Little Falls Minn F S Beil Minona Minn H Gamble Boise R B Irwin and B M Scribner Boise.
Cupid I8 Rustling reports a busy day at Bannock county courthouse as two offices issued marriage licenses to local residents. Irene Dodge and Ivan Nanney entered the license office followed by Flora Wright and Steve Collings, all Catetello youths with ample community ties.
Gate City Commandery Knights Templar held a special meeting last evening to confer the Red Crowns degree on candidates. A temple degree will be conferred near Tuesday with a banquet planned and Most Eminent Grand Commander BE. J. Outlander expected as guest. summer conclave ends until September with one meeting monthly.
Mr Jolyon H Kane underwent an operation this morning at St Anthonys hospital for tonsillitis. He was reported to be getting along nicely at a late hour this afternoon.
Mrs Claudia Nelson tendered her resignation as county treasurer to the board of county commissioners on Tuesday afternoon. The resignation was accepted, but no successor had been named by late this afternoon as Ill health had afflicted Mrs Nelson for a considerable period.
Nels Hanson aged 66 died last evening at Lava Hot Springs. He is survived by his wife and ten children seven sons and three daughters. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at Lava under Walker funeral parlors.
D Smith R O Graham Walter H Peck Dr Jacobsen and Paul Sorgat returned Tuesday from a brief fishing trip on Antelope Creek in the Mackay section. They report the fishing good and each member brought home a fine variety of speckled beauties.
Tuesday marriage licenses were issued to Gust Tomparogis of Bingham Utah and Rose Ozancin of Pocatello to Charles Shelsio and Mary Whilson of Pocatello. Also licensed were Geo Ran dall of Bahi and Matilda Bahi of Lebanon Pennsylvania.
In evivil case of A M Finlayson v J M Bistline tried Tuesday in district court before Judge RK Laum, jury reaches non suit verdict after short deliberation. Plaintiff sought 5000 dollars for alleged malicious prosecution. Richard Douglas v John Croshaw note collection suit is being tried today with Baird and Davis for plaintiff and McDougall and Jones for defendant.
City Clerk P J Phelan announced that during the summer months all city offices will close Wednesday afternoons instead of Saturday afternoons. The Wednesday half holiday has worked well for city employers in most cities nationwide.
Wm. H. Powers, Fairview dispatcher, returned from Salt Lake in his Ford touring car, stolen from his home on May 6. James L. James, the youth found with the car, is jailed on grand larceny charges in Utah.
Postal cards sent to police headquarters by the Intermountain Automobile Dealers Association of Salt Lake request aid in locating two stolen vehicles. A Ford five passenger touring car stolen from Gooding on June 2 is listed with Idaho 1920 license No. 31863. An Oakland five passenger car stolen from Salt Lake on June 3 carries Utah 1920 license No. 14572.
Julius Greer, long time deputy clerk of the district court under County Clerk R C Warley, has resigned to accept the superintendent position of camps in Yellowstone park for the coming season. His successor has not yet been appointed.
A Renfro admitted guilt this morning after a last evening arrest on an intoxication charge and was jailed for six days for defaulting on a $10 fine. D Bullock posted a $10 bond. his case set for this evening’s court session.
LaVerne R. Collier was found guilty of speeding on South Sud avenue after a Saturday evening charge. The police court fined him $10 and his attorney C. M. Booth gave notice of an appeal to the district court.
School nurse Miss Eilen Lee leaves today for Provo to spend the summer visiting her sister and taking a break from duties.
Vocational guidance expert Mrs Jean Morris Bilis of the Y M C A has spent weeks touring northern towns and is expected in Pocatello this evening. She previously spent a week there and is hoped to extend her visit this trip, promoting the Y M C A vocational awakening course for former men.
Chief Lebrbas was alerted by Beise late last night to find Darrell Paddock aged 13 of Reise The Jad now living with W H Paddock. He is believed to have run away and may be in La Poca tello. His mother is worried and any information is welcomed. A new five passenger Ford touring car owned by K Johnson of 656 South h avenue was stolen near midnight from in front of the Johnson residence. The 1920 model Idaho license No 34597 motor No 3823203. Local officers pursue the stolen car for joy riding. Wm Lacey was found not guilty of assault on John P Kiley in police court after a hammer was allegedly thrown. John Andrus faced gambling charges. the jury hung four to two for acquittal. Attorney Walter H. Anderson represented both defendants.
Mrs. R. E. Robinson paid a $50 fine after facing Police Judge M. R. Lockhart on a house of ill fame charge. D. Bullock, jailed for intoxication, forfeited a $10 bond after failing to appear. J. Kedney and G. B. Crawford were fined $5 each for speeding. J. Raymond and M. R. Palmer, charged with leaving engines running, along with Don De Shirlin and Louis Hemingsen, charged with simple assault, will appear in this evening's session.
Mrs S M Nixon arrived from California and will spend ten days in Poca Tello. She is staying at the Bannock with her husband who has been there for several months.
A daughter was born this morning at Lynn hospital to Mrs Julienne Huntley a French war bride deserted by her husband in Poeratello months ago. Mother and babe are reported to be getting along nicely.
Idaho Power renews its lease on the Bannock hotel corner offices and plans to enlarge the quarters. James H Brady Investment Co will move to the wing facing Arthur Street after the addition is completed. Barker Bakery will occupy the Investment Co space, with remodeling extending to the kitchen and front entrance on West Center street.
Architect J. B. Boyer left this morning for Grace to meet the school board where bids will be opened and considered for the letting of a contract for a new addition to the high school building. The approximate cost of the addition is $55,006.
Dr George B Randall of Buhr Idaho and Miss MatiMia Bohr a Pocatelie public school teacher were married at the Congregational church by Rev H Cleaves. The ring ceremony was used and the couple plan to reside in Buhl.
After 3 pm business district quieted as stores closed for the game. A large Brady park crowd watched the Indians defeat St Anthony in ideal conditions. Warm weather cooled by a brief shower. Vendors thrived while new score board behind center field proved hard to read for some fans. Tribune installed a press dugout telephone to relay results by innings.
Mr and Mrs Jack Wolfe announce the birth of a daughter on June 3 at General Hospital. Both mother and child are reported to be doing well and in good condition.
Old time residents of Pocatello regret news from Kansas City that Mrs. CBR Heckman widow of the late Short Line engineer is seriously ill under expert care in Kansas City.
Pocatello and city residents wanting further particulars or wishing to write to Mex Heckman can obtain full information from W H Cleare at the Peoples store.
Mies Matth Gantt and Miss Marien Orr from Pecatello and Reise librarians represented southern Idaho at the forty second annual American Library Association conference held at Vetorade Springs from June 2 to 7. Friends of libraries aim to raise a $2000 fund to extend library work, especially in rural districts, under the Geeks for Everyone movement to widen outreach.
Mackay hosts a big sports day on June 20 featuring a baseball game between Blackfoot and Idaho Valley players, many from the Idaho Falls and Blackfoot squads in the Snake River Yellowstore league. A trap shooting contest and teams from surrounding towns are planned, with fishing reported excellent and visitors expected from nearby towns including Pocatelio Blackfoot Winho Falla Rigby Aberdeen.
John Ritchey nine months old, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Ritchey of 18 North Main, died Wednesday in a local hospital. Funeral will be Friday at 2:30 P.M. from Sedumaker and Hall chapel. Services conducted by Rev H Hamilton, Methodist pastor.
Florence Ruby Hines infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Hines died last evening at 1221 North Garfield. McHan Undertaking company has charge of the remains and they will be shipped Friday morning to Kodéaho Falls for interment.
Workmen painted the concrete standards at principal street corners white to improve nighttime visibility. Glen O. Perkins, longtime high school principal, departs tonight for a summer assignment with a teachers agency and then heads to Tucson, Arizona, this fall to become principal of a high school there.
Marriage licenses were issued Wednesday at the county clerk's office to Owen Hunsaker and Luella Higley, both of Bhelley, and to George Smith and Pheobe L. Palmer, both of Balt Lake.
Ada county sheriff reports an Oakland five passenger car stolen in Beise last evening. Idaho license 5821 and motor 93022 are recorded. Four men escaped from Ada county jail in Boise and may have purloined the vehicle as part of the escape.
Frank V. Miller, convicted last week in district court of grand larceny, was sentenced Wednesday afternoon by Judge O R Baum to serve from nne to fourteen years in the state penitentiary at Botee. Attorney Wm Edens motioned for a new trial, denied. Miller was committed for stealing and killing a steer owned by Theodore Swanson, a well known rancher five miles west of the city.
Mrs Homer Sherwood of Salt Lake accompanied by her niece Posey Snell from Salt Lake City will visit her father V. V. Meeks of 621 West Lane in localello for a few days.
Thursday at the county clerk office the union of Arthur Joseph Vagnant and Kathryn Melvin was recorded as a marriage. Both parties reside in Iawa Hot Springs.
Articles filed Thursday afternoon declare Empire Canal Company of Bancroft incorporated with capital stock of 2,240,008 dollars, 266,000 shares at 10 dollars par. Subscriptions show J. Heamer of Bancroft, Kepler Seasions of Chesterfield, and H. A. Bjorkman of Central holding four shares.
Wm Odell Clarence Stoglin Clifford Rose and Frank V Miller, sentenced for adultery voluntary manslaughter rape and grand larceny, depart Bolwe by No 19 with Traveling Guard Welker. Wallace Richardson pleads guilty to assault with intent to commit rape and receives one to fourteen years and sets off west with Bawgeck county group.
Mrs Edythe Swassing was Thursday appointed county treasurer and tax collector by the Bannock county board of commissioners. She will fill the unexpired term of Mrs Claudia Melson who resigned recently. The new treasurer has served as chief deputy in the treasurer's office and is regarded as capable of handling the duties.
The case of Fred J Hill vs the Oregon Short Line for loss of sheep in transit is being tried in the district court before Judge O K Baum today with Peterson and Coffin as attorneys for the plaintiff. Xavier Servel vs L L Walker a damage suit was heard Thursday in court chambers. verdict awarded $150 damages plus interest and court costs totaling $4.
A. Outerman of 428 East Center reported gypsy women Lela Poola and May Bista arrested Thursday afternoon on petit larceny charges. While one woman told fortunes to distract him, the other allegedly stole about $6 from the cash register. They were fined $26 each by Police Judge M. R. Lockhart, suspended on condition they leave town immediately.
The infant Florence B. Hines daughter of Mr and Mrs Benjamin Hines of 1221 North Garfield will be buried Saturday afternoon in a 2 o clock service at the Third Ward L D Church following check in.
A child died Wednesday evening at the family home. Bishop Suntten will preside over services and interment will be in Mountainview under the direction of McHan Undertaking company.
A northwest group of prominent antiquarians will tour the Fort Hall reservation next Sunday starting from Blackfoot. Members include Milesannen the state agricultural commissioner, T C Willett the Oregon state historian, Leane Scott of Portland, O H Barber of American Walle, Byrd Trego editor of the Blackfoot Republican, and Prof Walter Siders Pecatello city schools superintendent. The trip will visit sites of great historical interest including Pt Hall founded in 1832 near Portneuf where the Snake River meets.
Miss Helen McDougall daughter of Mr and Mrs D McDougall of Merth Ninth departed on May 18 for an extended visit. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin she will spend a week at Madison before visiting friends in Wisconsin and later time in New York.
The case of John W. Davis et al. against W P Whitaker and others has been continued for the term. It concerns a damage claim arising from an alleged search of a room at the Poynter hotel occupied by Mr and Mrs Davis. Authorities are charged with conducting the search without proper legal procedure.
Members of the Utah Agricultural College Glee club were hosted by the Metarians at a Bannock hotel dinner last evening. They gave a concert at the Auditorium under the Pocatello Rotary auspices after the banquet and departed this morning by car for Logan.
The Pocatello chapter No 6 Royal Arch Masons will hold a special meeting Monday afternoon at the usual hour. This will be the last session before adjournment for the summer. A banquet and smoker will follow the business session with a large attendance expected.
The City Mews Stand on Merth Maéin Street awards the top news sellers in June and part of July. The highest prize is a suit of clothes, the smaller prize a cash amount.
Police say a passenger Peerls is sought after a car stolen last night from Amerius Fallin. The vehicle bears Idaho plate 193 and license Mo 15006. Footage or witnesses urged to contact authorities.
Police Judge MR. Lockhart held no session tonight due to a Madden decrease in business. The only offender booked was CGF English, charged with leaving his engine running, with his case to come before the court at this evening's session.
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