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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
2
A standard AP copyright and mailing notice appears stating the item was entered at the Pocatello Idaho post office for transmission through the mails as second class matter.
The list presents Idaho Republicans nominating state officials and federal electors. Names include United States Senator Wel don B Heyburn Shoshone Justice Supreme Court Judge J Airshie Idaho Congressman Thomas R Hamer Fremont Governor James H Brady Bannock Lieutenant Governor L H Sweetser Cassia Secretary of State Robert Lansdon Washington Attorney General D C McDougal Oneida Auditor 8 D Taylor Bonner Treasurer C A Hastings Nez Perce Mine Inspector F C Moore Shoshone Superintendent of Public Instruction S Belle Chamberlain Ada Presidential Electors Edgar Wilson Ada John Lamb Owyhee A A Crane Kootenai.
The ticket includes State Senator J Frank Hunt. Representatives E L Holzheimer, T M Edwards, John Schutt. Sheriff George W Smith. Probate Judge T A Johnston. County Attorney George E Gray. Superintendent Grace E Loughran. Treasurer Julia Sullivan. Assessor Charles H Bassett. Coroner W F Howard et Sonnen calb. Commissioners Myers Cohn D J Lau W J Harvey. Justice of the Peace Pocatello precinct C M White. Constable Pocatello precinct John Priest.
Bannock county Republicans nominated J Frank Hunt for state senator at their convention. Hunt has long served Idaho politics, including five terms as representative and three as speaker, and friends persuaded him to run again despite his wish to retire to farm life. Delegates at McCammon unanimously demanded he bear the party standard once more.
The article lauds Frank Hunt for his work on Idaho Academy funding and growth. It credits him with securing state support and expanding the Academy of Idaho, urging Bannock county citizens to elect him state senator for continued advocacy and funding.
The piece urges voters to compare Democratic nominee Robert M. Terrell with incumbent Republican George K. Gray for Bannock county attorney. It criticizes Terrell for lack of legal experience and praises Gray for ability and faithful public service. It also endorses George W. Smith for sheriff, describing him as a capable Oregon Short Line foreman and urging all Smiths to vote for him.
A reader notes that a vain hopeful politician speaks with little value. The remark invokes a New England Primer couplet about thieves and the law, suggesting skepticism toward the candidate and his stance.
The text argues that Southern citizens who are Democrats by heritage and Republicans by belief should follow Judge Taft and join the union by voting for the party that benefits the whole country, disregarding sectional lines.
The text depicts John Ellis disliking self punishment while taking pleasure in punishing others. It notes both Ellis and Bobby enjoy rougher tactics like rubbing salt into injuries but retreat when faced with public punishment themselves.
A conservative stance argues the Republican tariff plan will be neither pro nor anti but seek a level square deal that safeguards American enterprise and fairness to American labor.
The passage contends that Republicans aiding Democrats reflect poorly on the donors' logic, labeling their actions as a grim indictment of mental processes and calling the behavior puzzling and illogical.
Charles H. Bassett seeks the assessor job on a square deal platform citing experience honesty and unassailable character as guarantees of success.
To bequeath a legacy of increased prosperity every four years the Republican party aims to fulfill its trust. Judge Taft is described as unselfish and devoted to southern labor for its own future benefit and political wisdom.
A political piece argues Republican policy as the basis of prosperity and living standards. It urges Dixie to join the Republican party and endorses Hunt Edwards Holzheimer and Schutt for a United States senate seat, contrasting with Bryanism and Democratic views. Illinois backs Taft.
Local real estate notices list multiple Pocatello properties for sale including brick dwellings, 8-room to 7-room homes, 2-story houses, and farm land. Prices range from 200 to 4 150 with terms available and loans arranged through the agency. Listings specify blocks, avenues, and lot counts in relation to Center Garfield N Main and nearby streets.
Fransfelvers and Sauerkraut feature as the house specialty with frankfurters paired to sauerkraut at Zweigart Bros.
Holmes and Co advertises pure apple cider with a guarantee. The notice emphasizes quality and assurance to customers.
The Roland Grill advertises a roast turkey dinner with oyster soup available tomorrow for 50 cents. The offer emphasizes value and attracts diners seeking classic comfort fare.
The author questions unpublished contributions to the Democratic fund, says Bryan’s campaign lags Taft managers in many ways, and claims Branites overspend on magazine advertising, arguing the fund publicity dodge is a long suspected bluff.
The Boise House in the Monte Block on North First Avenue advertises some of the finest rooms in the city. Rooms are described as clean and first class with rates said to be reasonable and baths available in connection.
Bannock county residents Ed Holzheimer and Tom Edwards with John Schutt, Republican nominees for state representatives, are described as property owners and taxpayers. The Tribune will feature photos of Holzheimer and Edwards along with reasons to vote for them.
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