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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1903
Page
1
A massive blast at a Wyoming coal mine near Rawlins occurred around 10 30 am. About two hundred workers were inside when the mine caught fire and a relief force could not reach the entrance due to heavy smoke. No survivors were reported as of early details.
Nevada files articles of incorporation for the Western Pacific Construction Company with capital stock listed at 30 million dollars. The firm aims to build a transcontinental line from Salt Lake to San Francisco via Beckwith’s Pass, coordinating with major rail interests and California-Nevada routes.
In Rome on a June day the Pope descended to the Vatican gardens for his first public outing of the year. He was driven about for about ninety minutes as he enjoyed the garden surroundings.
A fragmentary report recalls a U S squadron sailing at 6 p m from Kiel. German ships saluted as the American unit passed, marking a ceremonial farewell during the postwar period.
The Board of Education voted on June 9 to extend the high school program by one year aligning with university freshmen requirements. Chemistry and a lab will be added. Latin or German may be extended. trigometry for engineering tracks. The new course will be public by the second grade, expanding facilities to seat 116 students and enable broader preparation for higher education.
The Oregonian notes two major projects near Glenn's Ferry Idaho a massive canal to irrigate 19 000 acres and a steamboat link to the Branean valley. Officials plan a new rail line along Snake river improving freight flow while local growth props up three hotels and town enterprises amid irrigation driven prosperity.
Oyster Bay June 90 President Roosevelt planned to see the Mayflower races. Sir Thomas Litton invited him aboard Erin, but he declined. New York Jane W says Shamrock II and Shamrock III began a trial off Sandy Hook but Shamrock III lost its main sheet and the race was abandoned.
The second race in the current cup series began today at Batman's Point Rhode Island. The course sailed was 15 miles to windward with the finish at 30 miles total.
The U S European squadron arrives in Kiel and will attend receptions aboard the German warship Kaiter William this afternoon. A boat race on two-mile course sees the German fourteen car puttes defeat the Chiongc twelve car cutter.
A sensational break in cotton occurred in New York this morning with July contracts slipping 58 points and August 84 points. Rumors of internal differences within the pool ranks circulated as the market reacted.
A local notice notes purchase of Mr. Roeder's fireworks stock amid a sold inventory at a neighborhood retailer, with a focus on home display rather than public displays. The item hints at a small business transfer and stock available for DIY celebrants.
Texas State Comptroller R M Love was shot in his office this morning in Austin. W G Hill, a discharged employee, is named as the suspect. Hill killed himself after the shooting, leaving the motive unclear and no stated reason.
Spokane June 90 About 120 telephone operators in Spokane and linemen and repairmen are on strike. The walkout began at 9 o'clock this morning over wage demands and stricter rules.
Weather bureau weekly summary reports central Washington in need of rain to ease crop stress. Oregon work has been interrupted by rains while Pacific coast conditions are generally favorable.
Butte Montana mayor Maul announced he would curb prize fights in the city after the recent carnival ends, saying he will not overlook violations of the statutes any longer.
Kiyoushi Satch of Tokio was ordained to the Universalist ministry at the Every Day church Boston with prominent preachers assisting. He is the first national to be ordained in the denomination. A Lombard College graduate, he completed a year at Tufts and will depart for Japan next month. Ty Pike's Peak at Brady's.
Des Moines June 80 Republican state convention to be the shortest on record with a unified platform on tariff. Senator Allison holds the tariff plank by general consent as the committee remains split between factions. George D. Perkins of Sioux City to serve as temporary chairman. Only contest expected is for state superintendent of public instruction.
Newark June 30 Judge Kirkpatrick ruled the United States Shipbuilding Company insolvent and that the directors lacked funds. He ordered joint receivers to be appointed in the bondholders' interest and would hear counsel on proposed nominees.
Newton Van Horne aged 17 was killed when struck by a foul tip at a Coshocton baseball game last night. The accident occurred during play raising immediate concerns about safety at local sporting events.
The Columbian orchestra presents the first arena ball in the new ravilo across the Pumphouse bridge next Thursday night. The hall is one of the finest in the state with a superior floor and the best local musicians. Mr. J. M. Abbott directs the floor work. Perfect order is promised on both grounds and floor, ensuring a good time. Admission is 75 cents for gentlemen, ladies free, dancing until 2 AM. All are invited.
Fireworks clearance at Whittlesey’s East Side Pharmacy features a bona fide price cut. Deals announced to clear stock.
The dressmaking parlors of Mrs. M. B. Turner have been moved to the Oram residence at 541 North Arthur. Old patrons and new customers are invited to call.
R A Gray of Oakville Indiana writes after ten years confined to bed with kidney disease. He says he found no relief from top medical skill until Foley's Kidney Cure was recommended. For sale at Bean's Drug.
Old friends of Mrs. M. B. Tarnesz are invited to note the relocation from 408 North Cleveland Avenue to 541 North Arthur.
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