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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1912
Page
4
The Daily Tribune offers monthly and yearly rates with advance payment advantages. The paper is delivered each evening by carrier in Pocatello Idaho and readers should report any complaints to the office immediately.
The piece argues Napoleon’s exile at St Helena contrasts with Colonel Roosevelt’s campaign, saying Roosevelt’s ruthlessness, egotism, and hunger for crowd praise render him unworthy of sympathy. It claims he invited defeat and should retire, having squandered a chance for honorable progress.
A newspaper editor questions the value of algebra in public schooling. He cites a National Bureau of Education report noting unrest over algebra teaching and argues algebra offers little mental benefit beyond basic calculation, urging its removal alongside Latin.
A critical editorial argues that indicting college graduates as poor farm workers is unfair. It states if graduates prove lazy on farms, blame individuals, not the diploma, noting that indolence appears among any group and even foreign laborers may outperform lazy graduates in some tasks.
The piece argues that college men are increasingly found in farming, especially in Hood River Oregon and northwest Canada, noting successful university graduates among fruit growers. It suggests New York farming relies on foreign workers and criticizes the system, praising educated farmers as vital to modernization.
An excerpt reflects on the 1915 cross country auto tour to the San Diego exposition and praises a poem titled Like Caesar Did about road building. It contrasts ancient Roman road building with modern highways and urges towns to invest in roads to attract settlement and prosperity. It also notes Mississippi valley mounds as records of a vanished race with hints of ancient governance.
The Malad Enterprise argues Judge Budge deserves a fair shake despite Mormon faith and cites Moscow Starr Mirror praising his impartial 11 year district court record. It asserts religion should not bar a good candidate and calls for honest evaluation of his qualifications. Hollister Herald backs Addison Smith of Twin Falls county as GOP representative with strong integrity and support.
The government good roads bureau will head a practical exhibit at the 1915 San Diego exposition under Logan Waller Page. The exhibit promises insight into modern road building and its best ideas.
Conservation leader Gifford Pinchot commends the San Diego exposition for teaching process over product and pledges full support to the expansive project. He believes the event will reveal how to secure valuable outcomes for the world.
Prices of dairy cows are climbing sharply in the western states. Colorado dairy commissioner R L Cochran notes the trend as dry farmers anticipate unprecedented crops this year.
The quote collection presents Disraeli reflections on fate and character. It notes that circumstances follow humans, patience aids genius, self awareness fuels knowledge, property carries duties alongside rights, and that criticism often outpaces accurate judgment.
The owner announces completion of studio remodeling and announces readiness to operate commercially. The notice signals reopening and invites clients to inquire about services and scheduling.
Pocatello Tailoring Co promotes an August first deadline offering a free extra pair of trousers with every suit order making the deal attractive to local shoppers.
Public health and sanitation matters will be handled directly from the mayor's office after June 15 1912. All complaints should be made to the mayor's office rather than other departments. The notice excludes contagious diseases from this change.
Wanted notice in The Tribune seeking a furnished room for rent. Details are scarce in the fragment, but the ad indicates availability and interest from a renter.
Idaho land board ordered a formal investigation into the North Side Twin Falls irrigation project amid disputes between settlers and the company over dam and canal conditions. Settlers allege the Jerome reservoir leaks and the system will not deliver water. the company faces claims of an incomplete, mismanaged project and possible forfeiture. The Southern Side project remains unaffected and reports ample water from the Snake River.
Local notice cites Idaho Statesman as state paper delivery option. Subscription details mention price and stationery store contact for orders and information.
Senator Elihu Root argues that a majority cannot override constitutional principles and eternal laws of God. He insists government must be guided by justice above impulse, with constitutional limits protecting fundamental rights against majority whim.
The Viking Liniment claims relief for rheumatism neuralgia headache pains and bruises. Sold by The Valley House with Hyrum Kay listed as guarantor and special representative at 454 N Arthur avenue.
Lard special offers include compound lard ten pounds at 1.15 and five pounds at 0.60. Choice lard ten pounds 1.25 and five pounds 0.65. Hams 0.16 per pound and bacon 0.17 per pound. Ranch butter 0.25 and creamery butter 0.30. Zweigart Bros. Meat Market announces the following week’s prices.
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