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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1903
Page
1
Spokane reports 200 bodies found after Sunday's disaster with 200 more feared buried in flood debris. Heppner and valley towns suffer near total devastation as relief efforts mobilize across Oregon. Oregon Railroad & Navigation offers free transport for aid.
Premier Dessell announced in the lower House that he tendered his resignation to King Francis Joseph on Sunday last and that the king accepted it. The resignation follows political turmoil in Hungary, signaling a shift in leadership.
Officials announced at the Central Federation union meeting that subway excavators will abandon the strike. About 90,000 men will apply for work unconditionally. The union signaled future demands may be refiled, though they failed this time. The strike had delayed several weeks of work on unfinished sections of the subway project.
Cologne dispatch says Kurds in Kasdestan take arms as Armenian teachers are forced from homes. The U S minister and German chargé d affaires press concerns over alleged Armenian provocations at Kharret and the resulting panic.
A fragmented clipping notes Selig observing California hand tally questions and potential impact on the election process. Names and specifics are incomplete but the focus is on evaluation of vote counting methods and officials involved.
In New York on June 16 a Wall Street rumor claimed Colorado Fuel & Iron was to seek receivership. Inquiries found the rumor originated from a protest over bank paper and had no foundation. A company representative said the property is too valuable and there is no cause for alarm.
Lezington residents discuss compensating Captain Ewing after his property was burned at Jackacu. Citizens favor raising the amount from 800 to 2000 to cover damages.
Larrenis visited the Pope today and reported a change in treatment. He says he found the Pope cotter.
A storm afternoon knocks Harvey Hill foreman for Hoge Lemter company from a boom into the lake. The violent weather halts work as responders assist. conditions unclear.
Scranton Pa June 16 President Mitchell's advice has prevailed and all talk of a strike is silenced. The convention of Anthracite Workers unanimously adopted rules requiring separate district votes for representatives on the joint conciliation board. District Presidents Fahey Nicholle and Dettery were endorsed as representatives.
A Belgrade deputation of four senators and twenty deputies, led by the house president, left to inform King Peter of his election to the throne of Servia. They expect to return with the king on Monday or Tuesday. Public interest is minimal as decorations are scarce despite municipal calls.
James Mallany, a wealthy mining man, was killed by James Watts at a mining camp near Rockdale after a dispute over the roadway through the claim. Watts surrendered claiming self defense.
In Smithfield Utah on June 16 a young woman tied flammable cloth to a dog’s tail and set it alight. The animal fled torching corrals and sheds at the Miles and Lemmens properties. Mr Miles saved his burns but Lemmen’s corrals burned to the ground. The dog’s fate is unknown.
Firebugs terrorize Mount Kisco and Newcastle farmers and summer residents firing many homes and poisoning dogs across two townships since January. The town board posts a $1000 reward for the capture and conviction, with locals labeling the attacker a fanatic and noting victims include wealthy New York businessmen.
Mr and Mrs L O Leonard have returned to Boise. Leonard a western stock agent of the Missouri Pacific is recovering from injuries from an accident in Salt Lake five weeks ago. He sustained a broken shoulder and other injuries and was confined to his bed until recently.
Fragmentary notes describe remedies for sick and nervous headaches. A reader reports relief after trying unnamed substances and cites a brief testimonial from Sherman. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events or sources.
Sioux City Iowa June 16 The Standard Oil Company raises oil price in South Dakota by one cent a gallon to offset the impact of recent legislation requiring a test for kerosene.
In Tacoma on June 16, Sitka Indians gain 96000 in value as lure dealers compete for about 500 sealskins. Prices rise from 10 to 32.60 per skin with mixed quality. A Portland buyer challenged Sitka’s long control, driving prices to 633.50 per skin for the first arrivals.
Wariner Idaho residents see order revoking health restrictions but Wardner city ordinance No 31 keeps children under 14 to their yards. Police Chief Fred Decker notes ordinance remains in full force to prevent scarlet fever spread and will be enforced.
Tonight at Diether Hall Grand Social offers excellent music for a grand evening. The event promises a lively atmosphere and strong performances for attendees.
Chronical bronchial troubles and summer coughs can be quickly relieved and cured by Feley’s Homay and Tar. For sale at Bean’s Drug Store.
Fragmentary text shows a local notice about a missing item or person with a reward offered, referencing a tribunal or office and a rescue effort. Details are unreadable but imply a public appeal and potential official involvement.
Frank Dean, vice president of the Seaboard National Bank, shot and killed himself at his Orange New Jersey home. Bank officials say his affairs were in order, and authorities believe domestic troubles prompted the act as Mrs Dean has long been an invalid and their son is seriously ill with pneumonia. Dean was about forty.
A worn photograph found among Nez Perce relics connects Montana and 19th century events. L A Noblett of the Fifth Infantry recalls Bearpaw Bearcreek Eagle Creek action and the six day fight. records show Joseph's surrender to General Miles on October fifth per telegram dated Fort Shaw October eighth.
The Weiser Signal reports Union Pacific car No. 50 054 carried 158 sacks of wool totaling 57 966 pounds the largest ever loaded from the West. The wool went to Hallowell Donald & Co via Union Pacific Illinois Central and Mickel Plate lines.
The Weeter Lumber Company on First Avenue reported another burglary attempt. A bar glare shattered a west window and a drill was used on the safe but only a small hole opened. a tag inside showed the safe held no money and was never locked at night. The burglars left without speaking, claiming the joke on them.
Ora V. McKinsie, eight, daughter of Mr and Mrs H McKensie, died after a wagon loaded with rock rolled onto her as her father and cousin Jim Stell hauled near the powder house. The tragedy occurred Thursday afternoon in Grangeville with the funeral held Friday.
Special notice urges readers to buy a piano before departure from Poca tello as Allen & Giltert Ramaker Co and traveling salesman L Wakefeld push final carload sale. The Northwest music house in Portland Seattle markets emphasize urgency and quick choice to save the price of a piano.
Kedol claims to strengthen digestive organs enabling digestion assimilation and transformation of food into nourishing blood for nerves tissues muscles and overall body recovery. The text touts Kedol Dyspepsia Cure as a remedy for indigestion.
R A Gray J P Oakville Indiana reports ten years bedridden with kidney disease. After trying top medical aid relief came only with Foley's Kidney Cure, which he calls a Godsend. Now offered for sale at Beans Drug Store.
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