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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1908
Page
2
In Idaho Falls the Democratic convention named a full ticket of Dubois allies and rejected anti-Dubois compromise, while Bannock County shows former Dubois supporters joining rivals for office. The piece questions if such moves reflect real principle or a bid for office.
The Boise Capital News doubts Governor Brady can push a direct primary through a divided legislature. It argues a past state chairmanship showed limited power to compel bipartisan action, while noting a governor’s stronger position but contending party majorities may block reform in a direct primary, local option, and criminal code updates.
Dixon and Bernard present the second edition of their musical comedy Hans and Nix at the Auditorium tonight. The act features new characters, lavish sets and costumes, a large company, bright music, and popular female performers, promising strong laughter and wide audience appeal.
The piece argues the Democratic platform omits law on direct primaries while urging trust in the Republican party to handle it. It notes legislative nominees chosen statewide on that issue, with Brady as governor, McDougall as attorney general, Sweetser as lieutenant governor and Republican majorities in both houses supporting a primary law.
Gate City readers learn that Pocatello will host a three day National Woolgrowers convention drawing 2500 to 3000 industry reps. The event promises substantial outside money and wide newspaper exposure, prompting merchants to fund lavish entertainment as an investment with high returns.
The passage argues that if Bryan gained power he would control railways banks and monopolies, wield an official army of government workers, and rule with absolute authority, answering his campaign question Shall the people rule with a warning of autocratic rule amid a national crisis.
The article critiques William Jennings Bryan urging public ownership of railroads and argues his plans would expand federal control over money and employment. It cites Poor's Manual figures and Democratic platform claims about rural delivery carriers and bank guarantees, labeling the proposals as centralizing and costly.
The piece lauds Theodore Roosevelt Jr. taking a wool washing job at a carpet mill as a model of democratic opportunity. It argues work ethic, hands on learning, and parental duty to place children in honest labor, warning against belief manual toil is undignified.
A compact notice notes how politics and administration intersect as Democrats hold county offices, prompting commentary on governance and party influence without sensational detail.
A brief notice promotes coal from Evans Wyoming now available. The ad mentions a new supply and invites orders through contact in Pocatello at 1458S Main, with Henry O'Leary or J A Carahoff handling orders and GEO. P. HARVEY in the byline.
Mrs. Ingvald Brown is prepared to resume duties as teacher at 427 North Main Street. The notice confirms her return to the school and location.
Vaughn Mississippi hotel keeper Ada L Croom reports a severe cough and consumption feared until she used Mr Kings New Discovery. She credits a full cure after three bottles. The remedy is sold at Ferguson Jenkins stores in Pocatello and McCammon with a trial bottle free.
Expert horseshoer Tom Dixson formerly followed Idaho circuit and is praised for precise horseshoeing. The shop also offers rubber tire work with guaranteed results under J. C. Johnston, Blacksmith, West Clark.
The advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh and a constitutional treatment. It offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure, claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, and urges readers to send for testimonials. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Temple Pharmacy advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a fast relief for coughs and lung strength in a yellow package genuine product claim.
An advertisement urges immediate treatment at first signs of a cough with Ballard's Horehound Syrup claiming it stops the cough and restores throat and chest to health. Quoted testimonial from Mrs. A. L. Cook supports effectiveness.
Public notice states future help will be charged at regular messenger service rates of 25 cents by Gate City Messenger Service.
The Boise House offers clean attractive rooms in a premier city location. Guests are promised high quality service with rates described as reasonable and a bath room in connection. Located in the Monte Block on North First avenue.
American Pilsener beer is celebrated for its pleasant taste and is produced in compliance with the national pure food law. Available by pints or quarts.
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