Brasky’s Hard Luck Former Pocatello Cowboy Committed as Maniac
W. F. Mellick known as Braskey a southeast Idaho cattleman was sandbagged in Chicago causing brain damage. He was moved to Morristown New Jersey asylum after authorities say he became a raving maniac. The New York dispatch notes he was heavily ironed and committed as a private patient, with his father R. W. Mellick asserting guardianship. Mellick had sold cattle in Chicago and planned to return to Snake River country. authorities describe an assault and robbery with valuables missing.
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W. F. Mellick
Braskey
New York
New Jersey
Dispatch
Potatello
Chicago
Mellick
Morristown
N. J
State Hospital
R. W. Meick
New Germantown
James Laborde
Snake River Country
Lincoln Park
W.F. Mellick
Pocatello
Oregon
Washington
Montana
George Robethan
Spokane
Unclear Bank Connection Mentioned in Pucntello Era
The report notes that Pucntello had little to do with local banks, aside from a dispute over a loan collection when he departed the area. The snippet implies a minor financial disagreement rather than a formal banking role.
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Pucntello Bank
Great African Salesmen Swindle Reported in Wardner
Wardner residents recall a fraud by three or four men calling themselves the Great African Salesmen. They exhibited at Pythian hall, sold overpriced goods, then refunded money, netting about 125 dollars in Wardner and over 300 in Wallace. Some recovered five to ten dollars at the depot. The Spokesman-Review noted a similar act in Yekon.
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Pythian Hall
Page
Wallace
Spokesman- Review
Yekon
Contests Loom in Bear Lake House Seats
Bear Lake county election contests filed by Republican challengers Wilford W. Clark and James Redmond challenge the results claiming miscounted ballots favored the GOP. Dems Brennan and Howell won. no fraud charged, only ballot errors. Morrison may contest Glenn’s Idaho seat if Bear Lake and Shoshone issues prove decisive.
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Bear Lake
House
Wilford W. Clark
James Redmond
John B. Brennan
Emmett J. Howell
Bear Lake County
Paris
Montpelier
House of Representatives
Shoshone
Wallace
Shoshone County
Kttx
John T. Morrison
T. J. Glenn
Idaho
Hunt in the North Interview Clarifies Pardons Stance
Idaho governor elect Frank W. Hunt, during a Spokane visit, says he is unpledged on all actions including a possible pardon for Paul Corcoran and intends to focus on state growth and prosperity. Boise Statesman notes his vow to resist coercive elements and uphold law and order amid Coeur d'Alenes tensions.
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Frank W. Hunt
Idaho
Spokane
Coeur d’Alenes
Tuot
Coeur d’Alene
Idah
Camip
Corcoran
Boise Statesman
Hunt
Statesman
Shoshone
Coeur d'Alenes
Ite
Ita
Union
Progressive Sixty three hostesses party a game and prizes
Mrs H B Seydell entertained a large Progressive Sixty three party Friday afternoon. Autumn leaf decorations and scarlet and gold tally cards framed the event with refreshments served after the game. First prize went to Mrs George Oram and the guessing contest prize to Mrs Standrod.
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George Oram
Standrod
Mesdames Weed
West
Sonnenkalb
Malone
Church
McCarty
Williams
Gid Oram
Dietrich
Petersen
Burgess
Duddleson
Lyons
Cleare
Lewis
Cook
Tupper
Johnson
Pease
Hess
Robethan
Fargo
North
Gump
Carrigan
Goodwin
O’ Malley
Greene
McCabe
Smith
Terrell
Stone
Rice
Ingling
Weeks
Wright
Case
Durbrow
Grant
Geo
Oram
Gasser
McManus
Knights of Pythias to elect officers November 26
Fort Hail Lodge No 6 Knights of Pythias calls all members to attend the regular semi annual election on Monday evening November 26. Members are urged to be present for the vote and proceedings.
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Fort Hail Lodge No. 6
Knights of Pythias
Herbine promised to brighten eyes and skin health
Advertises Herbine by Mrs. A. L. Cook claiming the tonic sweetens breath brightens the eyes and clears the complexion with no ill effects and a price of 50 cents.
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A. L. Cook
Masquerade Ball Set by The Hook and Ladder Company No 1
The Hook and Ladder Company No 1 hosts a grand masquerade ball at the Pavilion on New Year Eve. The event promises festive attire and entertainment to welcome the new year.
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Hook & Ladder Company No. 1
Hall's Catarrh Cure and Family Pills Ad Claim
An 19th century style advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for catarrh cures Hall's Catarrh Cure claimed to act on mucous surfaces. Endorsed by Wet & Truax Toledo wholesalers and Walding Kinnan Marvin in Ohio. Claims testimonials available and price per bottle.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toldo
F. J. Cheney
Wet & Truax
Toledo
O. Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
One Minute Cough Cure Public Endorsement
Mrs. A. L. Cook promotes One Minute Cough Cure as the harmless remedy for coughs colds croup and throat and lung troubles claiming instant relief and prevention of consumption with a household trust in its safety.
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A. L. Cook
The New Focatello House Expansion in Pocatello
Charles H. Smith owner of the Pocatello House completes a sizable addition adding 24 rooms and doubling capacity. The three story brick hotel now features outside lighted rooms, electric illumination, hot water heat, an elevator, and extensive remodeling of older sections including new parlor, office space, and re papering.
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Chas. H. Smith
Pocatello House
Water Company
Auditorium Theatre
Center Street
Second Avenue
BAL LARD's Snow Liniment Advertises Wound Care
The advertisement promotes BAL LARD's SNow LINIMENT for fresh cuts and wounds on humans and animals. It claims effectiveness for sprains, barbed wire cuts, and sores on horses, with prices at 26 and 50 cents from Mrs. A. L. Cook.
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Ballard
A. L. Cook
Coeur d'Alene Law Enforcement Featured in State Debate
The Lewiston Tribune discusses the link between enforcing effective law in the Coeur d'Alenes and broader state progress. It argues that a timid or unable administration harms overall governance and growth, warning against a repeat of past laxities that hinder advancement.
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Coeur d’Alenes
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