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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1913
Page
2
Federal building bids for a public office project in Pocatello were rejected after bids exceeded the $88,000 limit set by law. The process remains pending as no qualified bids met the figure in two separate attempts.
Oklahoma Smith was arrested by Patrolman Bob Glenn for disturbing the peace and released after dismissal. Paulus Coz and John Doe forfeited bonds of six dollars each and will meet Burrell in Town. State Warden Barber’s deputy visited Pocatello en route home from Montpelier. Rendered goods heading to Payette lakes.
A fragmented OCR item mentions a siege and gas reference with unclear names and actions. The readable text hints at a stalled confrontation and potential threats but lacks concrete details to identify people, places, or dates.
An Ist church plans a meeting at the Association Inn in the Y M C A tonight at an unspecified hour to discuss appointing a regular pastor.
Affected by yesterday’s grand stand collapse at the ocean resort, a woman traveled with Peter Wren to visit a relative badly hurt in the incident. At the Orpheum special, duets by Walter Smith and Mr. Car are featured, followed by new pictures from Base Riad.
A collage highlights views of Pocatello from multiple angles, presenting a broad visual impression of the cityscape and surrounding terrain through a series of repeated exposure views.
In Pocatello a major program features Arthur Johnson in The Power of the Cross and G M Anderson as Broncho Billy in The Crazy Prospector. The double bill marks a headline attraction for the upcoming show.
State warden van H. Barber visited Pocatello on Saturday and closed a lease deal for his paper at the American Falls Press with John R. Jones. Associated details indicate the deal involved local media interests and ongoing business ties.
A resident reports finding a stash of Chinese artifacts concealed inside a neighbor's residence. Investigators secured items for examination and are reviewing how they arrived at the property. No arrests have been announced.
Chief George W. Smith orders free rides on police motor units or buses after a scare involving a fire hose. George Williams, a grocer on East Center Street, fled in fear during the incident and ended up at the cemetery. A nearby small boy was also involved but unharmed.
A fragment notes Bannock as a premier business town with praise for its economy and civic leadership. It mentions a peerage leg as a notable factor, though details are sparse. The passage highlights growth, commerce, and local influence shaping the town’s status.
A notice invites the vian colony of the Gate City to attend a discourse delivered in their mother tongue, encouraging participation and cultural preservation within the community.
The article quotes a sensational Italian practice of corporal punishment described by the New York World. It involves a prisoner strapped to a bath with two electric connections, a sponge on the body, and shocks that imitate whipping to induce subjection.
City of Pocathiza general fund notices list numbers 240 to 208 for Officers Fire Department and police fund numbers 696 and 658 to 605 a Mary t onborn.
Dr. Roy J. Cruse leads the Idaho State Dental Society as the 1913 annual convention arrives in Pocatello Friday and Saturday. Some 100 tooth carpenters are expected with tours, demonstrations on crown and bridge work, electric devices, and porcelain, plus lectures on law and dentistry’s future.
Local Weather Bureau report for 24 hours ending 6 am notes yesterday's high 82 and today's low 52 with mean 67 and normal 64. Precipitation deficit 1.94 inches since January 1. SE wind at 7 mph, humidity 23 percent, sky clear.
Trist County service at Daa Industrial site reported. Officials indicate initial setup earlier this month with continued work phases and safety checks ongoing.
Popular Mechanics notes that seasick fish die from long ocean routes with 100 of 400 shipped from Key West to New York perishing en route. Surviving fish arrive in poor condition needing heroic care, while tank conditions and pre shipment feeding are highlighted as risk factors.
Notice of Attachment issued June 11 1913 against defendants J F Dodson J C McNichols and J J Williams in Citizens Bank v Ad. in District Court of Idaho Fifth Judicial District Bannock County dated June 13 1913 signed by Clerk W Pomeroy with seal.
Fragmentary OCR note announces a new war oly within a barbershop ad context. The line is incomplete and lacks clear names dates or places.
High Grade cigars advertised as Smoke the Parthenia and the Ban nock. Manufactured by H. A. Mueller in Pocatello Idaho. Ad promotes product quality and origin.
Trist Auto Co records a round the clock service day and night for vehicle care. Bell 299 Bik Ind 297 referenced as part numbers or model codes in the listing.
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