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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1908
Page
2
The piece chronicles a five year surge in prices for wheat wool wood flour coal and clothing with wages and rents peaking. It argues a correction is coming as lumber and fuel costs ease and warns of unsettled business while seeking a normal market based on real value and stable profits.
The Columbia Missouri Herald highlights home schooling costs noting a Missouri family estimates 3000 to rear a boy to manhood through district, high school and college. The piece argues the state spends 760 per boy with parent contributions 2240, framing Oregon training and Oregon-made citizenship as beneficial.
By a transfer of the Big Wood river project from the Idaho irrigation company to J. G. White & Co a firm with world wide reputation begins Gem State development in New York City. Construction will start before July 1 and extend the Twin Falls plan to 150000 acres, expanding the proposed tract through an adjacent scheme.
Henry A. Mullen dedicates a Memorial Day tribute to Geo. A. Custer Post No. 14 of Pocatello Idaho. The poem honors veteran soldiers from 1861 onward and envisions their memory rising with flags and flowers while pledging the living to remember their sacrifice and a future reunion before God.
An awkward first encampment moment ends with a sentry saluting the major after recognizing him by the pie he carries. The humorous exchange unfolds as the major corners the guard and demands proper salute. A second vignette shows a west Virginia rider and a mountaineer debating pig feeding methods, ending with the line about time to a hang.
The state land board applied yesterday to the secretary of the interior for the segregation of 50,000 acres as part of a larger land management effort. The action aims to secure designated parcels for future development and use.
Key historical figures born on May 31 Horatio Seymour governor of New York 1863 4 and 1868 presidential candidate died 1886 and John Albion Andrew war governor of Massachusetts born died 1867. Also 1902 terms of peace signed by Boer and British officials at Pretoria.
A reflective narration notes how some despise others they dislike and how critics misread praise. It suggests people confuse judgment with storytelling and warns that confirming our own forecasts can ruin sympathy. It ends by stressing the value of persistence in time and word.
The record notes Sun sets at 7 20 and rises at 4 27 with Moon sets at 8 57 and 8 44 p m Mercury in conjunction with the Moon and Mars conjunction described. It records sun declination 22 degrees north of the celestial equator and the Moon passing from west to east of Mars.
A visiting scientist contemplates the mind in sleep and dream perception. The hostess shares a personal note that she is awakened by her husband fumbling with his key at the front door, illustrating a vivid alertness to alarm.
A guest rues a fish not cooked. the waiter reveals the joke that the wife of the man who praised it could not be very particular. The exchange highlights quick wit about impertinence and a restaurant misunderstanding.
A brief, human moment shows neighborly kindness as one man asks about his wife and learns she is ill in bed. The second man explains the thoughtful connection with his cor net playing neighbor who shares his music and concern.
Quote heavy exchange questions abolition of horse racing. Proponents argue it is good exercise for men, while opponents claim horses gain no exercise beyond voice and imagination. The debate closes with a brisk, unsettled note.
A compilation of Carnegie sayings on wealth, democracy, education, poverty, and public ownership. It includes reflections on happiness, virtue, philanthropy, and personal resolve, plus a humorous streetcar anecdote about a Boston girl and a muff incident.
Two artists brag about hyper realistic works. One claims painting a sixpence drew a beggar to break fingers. The other says a leg of mutton painted on a stone fooled a dog into biting half the stone before realizing the ruse.
Kimes' Dancing Academy advertised a Saturday class from 7:50 to 9:30 pm and a Friday session at American Falls Idaho in the Opera House hall from 8 to 9 pm with social dancing from 9 to 12 pm. The social dance was to be discontinued for an indefinite period.
A witty banter unfolds with a cynical bachelor and a young woman debating heaven and marriage. The exchange shifts to playful quips about dogs and wine as the scene ends with a lighthearted tease.
An advertisement claims Foley's Urino Laxative cures chronic constipation and aids digestion by stimulating the liver and bowels. It promises quick relief, gentle action, and urges readers to start today through Temple Pharmacy.
A quip about notoriety in divorce cases reflects that publicity depends on the amount of money involved, highlighting public interest in financial stakes.
A Cedar View merchant promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills promising customers get gold weight value in relief for constipation malaria or biliousness. Sold under guarantee at Ferguson Jenking Drug Co in Pocatello and McCammon for 26e.
Plenty of first class wheat available at L Ruebelmann and Son located at 121 South See Joud avenue. Contact via phone 47 red for details on purchases and delivery options.
An ad urging readers to take Foley's Kidney Remedy at Temple Pharmacy to restore kidney function and purify the blood, claiming it will make you well by removing waste from the blood.
To Members of B, of L. F. and EB. There will be an important meeting Friday, May 29 at 7 30 p.m. to nominate officers for the ensuing year. All visitors are invited. W. L. GREEN, Secretary.
Excursion plans and scheduling notes for Idaho Democrat gathering in Twin Falls include travel from multiple stations June 2 to 4 with events continuing through June 10. Details reference agents and routes 0 8 L with westbound connections and point-to-point timing for attendees.
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