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Newspaper

The Pocatello Tribune

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1940

Page

3

State Rejects Road Bids in Idaho Two Projects Rejected

Idaho Highways Director C. P. Humphrey says bids on two road jobs near Arco and Moscow were rejected as too high. New bids set for July 2. Nearly three dozen miles of North-South and Lewis and Clark highways in Idaho and Washington counties planned for roadmix surface seal coats and bituminous treatments.

Boise Arco Moscow Idaho Highways C. P. Humphrey Humphrey Midvale Woodland Washington Adams Orofino Lenore Elk River Ahsahka Nez Perce Clearwater

St Anthony Population Dips Slightly Since 1930

Census figures for St Anthony Idaho show 2,726 residents, down from 2,778 in 1930 and 2,957 in 1920. The population decline mirrors other Upper Snake River valley towns, attributed to wheat farmer withdrawals moving away after wartime profits faded.

St, Anthony Idaho St Anthony Fremont Snake River Valley

Relief for dry nose with Mentholatum application

An old advertisement advises relief for dry itchy noses from dust and dryness. It claims Mentholatum soothes irritated mucous membranes and keeps them moist, easing breathing and preventing windburn sunburn cracked lips, available in jars or tubes at drug counters.

Republicans Study Proposal For Compulsory Service

Philadelphia dispatch on Roosevelt's push for national service sparking GOP debate at the resolutions committee. Key figures include John L. Lewis praising Hoover and Alf Landon criticizing the plan as New Deal "weasel words." Open hearings feature leaders from labor manufacturing agriculture and rural groups.

Philadelphia Roosevelt Republican Resolutions Committee David Ingalls Taft Ohio Alf M. Landon White House Congress Resolutions Committee Lewis William Green American Federation of Labor Noel Sargent The National Association of Manufacturers L. J. Taber National Grange Edward O'Neil Farm Bureau Federation National Association For the Advancement of Colored People

First Public Building Erected in Washington D C

The White House stands as the first public building erected in Washington D C marking the early federal presence in the capital. It signals the era when the national government established its home and architectural symbol.

White House Washington

Bar Association Convention Opens Here July 1

Pocatello hosts a three week series of conventions starting with the International Lions conference this week and the Idaho Peace Officers association June 24 25. The Idaho Bar association meeting runs July 1 2 3 with sessions at 9 30 a m at the Memorial building and a banquet at the Bannock hotel Tuesday. Noted speakers include Walter H Anderson and Edwin Snow among many others.

International Lions Pocatello Idaho Peace Officers Association Idaho Bar Association Bar Association Memorial Building Walter H. Anderson R. M Terre

Millar seeks Republican bid for Idaho attorney general

Z Reed Millar of Boise announces for the Republican nomination for Idaho attorney general. Raised near Shelley and former Bingham County prosecutor, he cites fading delinquency in department of public investments loans and urges less government and lower taxes. He criticizes New Deal policies and calls for restoring American institutions.

Idaho Z. Reed Millar Boise Millar Shelley Bingham County Department of Public Investments Bortolfsen

Fire damages Cyprus Junior High in Magna Utah

A mysterious fire at Cyprus Junior High School in Magna Utah caused about 2000 in damage. One classroom was destroyed and the rest of the building damaged by smoke. The school is closed for vacation. Fire Chief Roy Smith said the cause could not be determined.

Magna Utah Cyprus Junior High Roy Smith

Noon-era Leader Voices Liberty and Property Defense

Fragmentary remarks show a speaker pledging to devote talents to defend liberty and property, urging rational thinking and adherence to fundamental principles as guiding the people. The text reflects a political appeal focused on rights and prudent governance.

Idaho Nears Half Million Population Mark

District Census Supervisor Lewis Williams reported Idaho's population around 565000 pending gains in other districts. In a nine county area 101027 people were counted, up from about 79250 in 1930, a 27 percent rise. If this trend holds statewide, Idaho's 1930 population of 445032 would exceed 565000 by more than 120000.

Bomse Lewis Williams Idaho

Rayner Urges Safe And Sane Fourth

Boise special report on Fourth of July safety urges careful travel planning. Harry M. Rayner cites dangers on highways, including speed and reckless driving, faulty brakes or tires, and drunk driving, warning arrests and vehicle return for repair.

Boise Harry M. Rayner Law Enforcement Rayner

Bull Gores Rider in Montana Rodeo

Wallace Idaho reports a rodeo accident at Cabin City Montana where rider Ed Tafoola of Mullan sustained serious injuries after a bull gored him. Ribs were broken and blood vessels ruptured and he is hospitalized for treatment.

Wallace Idaho Cabin City Mont Ed Tafoola Mullan

Utah Republicans to Philadelphia as unpledged delegation

Utahs Republican delegation will travel to the national convention in Philadelphia unpledged and will make no final commitments until subsequent deliberations. The article notes the delegation's stance and the lack of binding pledges ahead of the convention.

Ogden Utah Philadelphia

State Republican leader prepares to attend convention

David J. Wilson, state Republican committeeman and delegation chairman, said he was ready to leave tonight for the convention as he surveyed the situation.

David J. Wilson Republican

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