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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1905
Page
9
Roosevelt's mediation yields acceptance from both Russia and Japan for plenipotentiaries to meet. Japan and Russia prepare for peace talks with expected discussions in Washington and Tokyo. Analysts note possible indemnity demands and disputed funds, while other world events range from royal travel to floods and local incidents.
Frank G. Bigelow, former president of the First National Bank of Milwaukee, pleaded guilty in U S District Court to violation of national banking laws and was sentenced to ten years at hard labor in the Fort Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary Kansas.
St Petersburg reports that Foreign Minister Lamsdorff sent the formal reply to Ambassador Meyer who then met the minister at the foreign office. M. Witte, head of the committee of ministers, will travel abroad in two weeks for public business, with speculation that Emperor Nicholas may seek his services if negotiations with Japan prove feasible.
Count Cassini the Russian ambassador held a half hour conference with the President in Washington on June 12, outlining diplomatic talks and seeking consent on pending issues.
A St Petersburg dispatch reported by Temps via Eclair outlines Japanese and Russian terms in alleged WWI negotiations. Both sides demand an indemnity around 650 million dollars, Japanese protectorate over Manchuria and Korea, cession of Port Arthur and part of the Trans Manchurian railway, disposal of interned ships, and Russian fleet withdrawal for 25 years with Vladivostok occupation until terms are met. Russia reportedly rejects the indemnity question while signaling acceptance of other terms.
Tokyo reports show a reserve attitude toward peace as demonstrations occur but rain clears streets. Public fear centers on giving up Togo’s victory and Oyama’s chances, with Russians seen using an armistice to strengthen holds. No new official reply from Russia to Roosevelt’s proposal. government remains silent.
Tokio June 13. The Emperor called the Great Council including Princes Fushima Kanin Yamashima elder statesmen and the chief executives. It is believed the meeting discussed the peace policy to be pursued in the case of Russia.
St. Petersburg reports Russia will publish its official reply to Roosevelt in the official messenger tomorrow. The Foreign Office awaits Japan’s indication of the time and place for the plenipotentiaries meeting within forty eight hours.
The czar plans a two house parliament with legislative power and minister interpellation while keeping final authority. Elections set for this summer and a manifesto creating the body is expected soon. The move signals a shift from autocracy toward constitutional government, with final authority retained by the Emperor.
Information reached Blackfoot Idaho Friday night of a sanguinary battle near the edge of Jack. Details unclear with early telegraph reports describing severe clashes and possible casualties. Authorities awaiting fuller dispatches from front lines.
In Tacoma on June 12 the Pierce county Wool Growers' Association sold its clip to Theodore Bernheim of Portland for 27 cents, the highest price in years after six bidders. In Holme on June 1 two robbers held the barkeeper of the Brashear & Davis barroom at Bellevue, taking $270 and firing a shot to intimidate the man. no clues remain.
Former President Cleveland announced he received official notice of his selection as one of three trustees of the Equitable Life Assurance Society and indicated his duty to accept the post.
The Pocatello baseball team won a twelve inning clash at Blackfoot in a dramatic game that kept a large crowd on edge. Pitcher Martin from Cornell was knocked out in the sixth. Fredell pitched the twelfth, securing the win as Trackfoot’s hopes faded. An enthusiastic crowd, hospital fund contributions of 87 15, and two local exhibitions followed.
The Idaho mining display at the Lewis and Clark fair in Portland attracts growing attention and rivals Oregon in ore quantity and value. Idaho shows 200000 pounds of ore in the state building with about 105 tons expected after additional consignments from various counties.
Postmaster reports unclaimed letters for the week ending June 2 at Pocatello Idaho. Names include Parrett Burns Bowen Bolingbroke Easter Brown Denton Criggins Carter Henckel Hoffner Hart Ilda Jensen Kenyon Kilmer Landon Lindsey Mouramett Richardson Stuman Smith Slater Shaw Terwilleger Thompson Tobey Winstow Wright Zane and others. Unclaimed items will go to the Dead Letter Office if not claimed in two weeks.
Colchester held a local Thanksgiving on a governor appointed day and noted stories of early celebrations. References recall a sloop from New York with molasses for pies and Revolutionary era proclamations urging thanks.
The Tibetan practice is described as offering daily prayers for minute insects swallowed with meat and drink. It claims these microbes will be reborn in heaven. Yet meat is eaten, with guilt placed on the public butcher who will be reborn in a future life as a spirit or demon.
A courtroom anecdote has a lawyer asking a witness how long he lived in New York. The witness answers twenty five years then says he did not live before that time because he was single.
A fragment from London tattler depicts a mother urging marriage to Mr Smith despite her daughter's hesitation. The mother asserts a squint signals weakness, while the daughter laments indecision about suitor Mr Smith. The dialogue hints at social pressure and perceived physical traits affecting marriage choices.
A brief dialogue snippet shows Mrs Stepswell and Agnes discussing reactions to a visitor and a reference to Mrs Wippur described as nice. The exchange centers on impressions of a cat like figure and a child’s fondness for the visitor.
The Cincinnati Commercial Tribune notes that Gagesby Jones is very wealthy yet speaks of a life filled with trials. Waggs affirms this view and asks why, to which the reply is that he is a lawyer.
A Boston Transcript item questions a man who sells his vote and shows street sentiment around who bought it and which side benefited. The note implies local concern over corrupt practice and voting influence.
A brief note from the Chicago Journal discusses a claim that bagpipes may repel rats from premises, highlighting the idea that rats share many human traits and behaviors.
Feelings of impending doom from Frights dis ease and diabetes are turned to thankfulness after Foley's Kidney Cure. The ad claims it cures incipient Bright's disease and diabetes even in severe cases, with patients reporting relief in days. Marion Lee of Dunreath Indiana credits three bottles with recovery after eight physicians failed.
Advertisement for DeWittUs Litt! Early Risers pills claim quick relief from constipation or biliousness and promise energizing effects. Sold by Temple Pharmacy and Ho HM Whittlesey.
An internal page snippet shows multiple price lines for the Daily Tribune with different currency formats. The repeated masthead emphasizes monthly subscriptions and pricing options.
A Chicago Record-Herald retold anecdote recalls Lincoln gently questioning a man who asked for the White House doorkeeper position. Lincoln asks about any experience or training, concluding the applicant has no qualifications, and the man leaves humbly and grateful.
The text explains the lack of direct sensation of Earth’s motion due to its smooth travel with all surroundings. It notes that only detached reference points such as the sun or distant stars reveal movement through space when combined with reasoning and mathematics. It emphasizes that speed details do not alter the perceptual question of motion.
The article explains the history of canvass with variations like sack and sack meaning dismissal. It traces canvas to Latin and French roots and shows how phrases such as canvass the neighborhood evolved from sifting supporters and opponents.
Government ornithologist argues the true quail is the Bible quail of the Old World and not found in America. He notes Americans call the bird partridge and confuse ruffed grouse with true partridge, while many places use the name hobwhite from the bird’s bobwhite cry.
The table compares woodland percent of land area across Europe. Sweden and Russia top the list near 40 percent, followed by Austria 2.5 percent, Luxembourg 20.1, Hungary 27.7, Germany 26.1, Serbia 24.0, Turkey 24, Norway 22, Romania and Switzerland 21.4 each, Bulgaria 20.8, with other nations under 20.
A caustic remark contrasts old maid and married woman with a sharp quip about happiness, attributed to Caustle. Cleveland Plata Dealer.
A Boston Transcript item notes Mrs. Young Lucy admitting she may have married the wrong man. Mrs. Elder reassures her that many women marry and later feel the same.
A rumor circulates about banker Coupon Ness accused of untold wealth and tax collector suspicions. The town topics column notes local chatter on a possible financial case and public interest movements surrounding it.
A reflective line attributed to Ford notes that inner contentment offers a reward when luck or wealth falls short, suggesting virtue outweighs material fortune. It frames happiness as a personal crown earned through attitude rather than material gain.
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