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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1906
Page
1
Dispatches from Bialystok report panic over rumored excesses as strict martial law remains in place. Three men, two Christians, were shot for disobeying orders to halt amid widespread violence reports.
In Kertch Russia on June 23 a gendarme captain was killed by revolutionists in the streets. His wife accompanying him was seriously wounded, marking a violent clash during the unrest.
A telegram from Boulder announces the death today of Lee D. Brown former chief of police of Pocatello in 1901. The message to Chief Smith asks about Brown's relatives and is of record as received this afternoon.
The jury in Peoria Illinois finds Mrs. Mary L. McKinney guilty of cruelty to her ward Stella Grady on a second trial. It recommends she be sent to the insane asylum until recovery and then serve two years in the penitentiary. The jury holds her currently insane.
The Union Pacific Railroad issues a 107 page pamphlet on Utah’s population, mining, agriculture, stock raising, climate, and industry. Circulation will be nationwide via system representatives and requests will be filled. Each county gains substantial space in the publication.
Sheridan Wye June 23 John Bickhoff an employee of the Burlington railroad confessed to killing Walter Oclslager a ten year old boy whose body was found near a water tank at Ranchester Bickhoff said he mistook the boy in the darkness for another employee and shot him
Local listings announce a musical program tonight at McNichols and Wright Hall with admission set at 26 cents. The event promises accessible entertainment for students and residents seeking community performances.
Petersen and Holmes specialize in individuals and bricks for parties and banquets, offering tailored decor and event pieces. The firm markets wedding and city events, promising durable, standout centerpieces and themed architectural accents.
Twin Falls hosts Pocatello in a much anticipated game with Jake Fuller back in Gate City colors and George Fraser leading Fraser’s rooting. Jim Murphy from LaGrande arrives with a tearful reputation as Ed Mooney fields a determined lineup for a crowd expected to roar. The 2:50 p.m. start signals a high‑drama, high‑exhibition afternoon of baseball.
Chicago June 23. Mrs. Misner widow of Charles T. Yerkes is critically ill with appendicitis at her Michigan Avenue home. The operation was performed on Thursday. She and young Misner are estranged after the sensational marriage shortly after Yerkes death.
District Judge Budge denied Lelia Shepherd a divorce from Joseph Shepherd after a March trial and new evidence submission. Frances Miller testified for the plaintiff before the ruling.
Mrs. Lala McFarland with three children reached Montpelier en route from Roseburg Oregon to Denver claiming no money. Chief Burke organized local donations, securing a ticket to Green River and 10.80 dollars. She thanked him tearfully and resumed travel eastward Tuesday morning.
Madrid reports the death of the Duke of Almodovar minister of foreign affairs who presided over the Algeciras conference on Moroccan affairs. The death occurred this afternoon.
Tonight a dance takes place at McNichola and Wright Hall with admission set at 26 cents. The event invites attendees seeking a social gathering and local entertainment.
Tillman withholds signature on the railroad rate bill conference report and plans to explain to the Senate. He will seek a vote on whether to yield to the House. He objects to removing an amendment that would prohibit pipelines from carrying commodities in which carriers have an interest.
Washington reports George E. Green former New York state senator and W DPD Green were acquitted by a Federal court jury on charges of conspiracy and bribery related to sales of cancelling machines to the post office department. One additional indictment against Green remains undecided and the government may pursue it. Sales were routed through former Assistant Secretary Perry Heath.
American Falls Power and Light crews string wires around Center street and Arthur avenue for a half block in preparation for a big illumination next week. Incandescent globes hang two feet apart to light the Bannock hotel corner when switched on.
Fire destroyed the Mabbatt elevators A and B at Archer avenue and Wood street owned by George A. Severns and used by J. S. Templeton along with about two hundred thousand bushels of grain. Loss about 350,000 dollars. Three nearby tenements suffered damage and 25 families were forced into the streets. Cause suspected as spontaneous combustion in the dust room.
A decree grants J. E. Thatcher a divorce from Florence Thatcher with custody of Ralph Harris Thatcher aged 10 and $20 monthly alimony. The defendant did not contest. Witnesses for the plaintiff included J. H. Bean and others. Standrod & Terrell and Gray & Boyd represented the parties.
Sheriff Copreny of Fremont county escorted a St Anthony brakeman from Idaho Falls to St Anthony on the Oregon Short Line after a Sunday night branch dispute between brakemen and police. Shots were exchanged. two men were arrested, a third escaped then was captured and returned to St Anthony under Sheriff Corey's guard. No one was injured.
Washington June 28 the senate passed a bill establishing Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado. The measure designates the area as a national park for preservation and public enjoyment.
Jewelry, silverware, cut glass ware, hand painted china, rings, purses, watches and clocks are offered at J. T Thoelecke's Jewelry store located on JIS West Center Street.
Petersen and Holmes announces Tutti Frutti ice cream will be served Sunday. The shop invites customers to enjoy the new flavor available all day with no advance reservations required.
The Elks plan a big initiation next Friday with 15 to 20 candidates. An afternoon initiation, followed by a large evening meeting, a social, and dance are scheduled. A wide awake committee will organize a novel program and Invitations will be sent early in the week. The Doe Good Fund contribution will support community good as part of the event.
Sheriff investigates complaints from settlers along Dempsey creek accusing shepherders employed by Byington of polluting the waters. After the sheriff pursued the herd, the men promised not to return and were allowed to proceed.
A letter mailed April 4 from here to Mrs. Gene Crocker Peoria Illinois box 31s was found in the dead letter office. The writer signs as Mother and remains unidentified. the owner can claim by proving identity at the post office.
In Oakland a meeting of Oakland and San Francisco Chinese communities responded to fire losses worth millions. They formed steps to protect themselves from unfair treatment by insurance companies and planned action in the wake of the disaster.
At a regular Yeomen lodge meeting at Bugle Hall four candidates were initiated and eighteen applications for membership were acted upon. After the session members and friends enjoyed a spread followed by dancing.
Albert Rositi, Italian composer and bandmaster well known in the United States, died in Kansas City today after an operation for appendicitis. He was thirty two years old.
The Oregon Short Line outlines plans for depots at Brigham City Ontario Caldwell Payette and Weiser costing about 75 000 overall. Payette depot to cost around 25 000 with others near 10 500 each. Payette yards to be rearranged and expanded to boost freight capacity.
After five days in camp at Pebble Trinity choir boys return home praising the camp. They plan a two week camp next summer with fishing mountain climbing swimming and other activities. Caring hosts include the Krown party the Kelleys Hales and Kmports and grownups Reed Vincent and LeBelle Young.
Van Riper with Shen Lanadon has seized about 60000 dollars of materials including a retractable valle tires and spikes believed to belong to the Pin road. The items were taken in the construction company name and an id was left with A J Freehafer in custody.
Several hundred persons gathered at the Kiel railroad station to cheer Congressman Longworth and Mee on their arrival from London. The crowd welcomed the visiting U S figures during a morning ceremony.
Strawberry and vanilla ice cream with pineapple sherbet offered at Petersen and Holmes this Sunday as a refreshment.
Petersen and Holmes advertise a sale of fine big Oregon coherries at 260 per pound.
Judge Budge signed the decree ending a major water rights suit for Rapid Creek. The ruling allocates specific water shares to listed claimants with priority dates from 1884 to 1960, all in rotation, and each party to pay their own costs. The cross complaint by William F. Cram is dismissed.
Washington June 23 The pure food bill cleared the house with 240 votes in favor and 117 against. The vote tally reflects strong support across party lines for the consumer protection measure.
Rock Island Illinois June 28 By a deal the heirs of the late A Bailey have sold the Forepaugh Sells Bros circus and menagerie to Ringling Brothers This probably will end the circus war marked by extravagant advertising and price cutting
Twin Falls June 22 Special officials from the state pure food board and the state board of horticulture attend a joint session. Commissioner A P B Hitt and CW Howie from Mountain Home, Secretary of State Gibson, and Professor McPherson of Moscow plan to issue bulletins naming impure foods sold in the state.
Heirs of John McGinnis estate in litigation with the administrator Monte Gwinn over division of property and alleged unsecuring assets. Cashier Cannon of Citizens' State Bank appeared before Judge Stimson regarding a $2000 check claimed as forged after McGinnis’s death and a Bolse Bank payment refusal.
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