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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1908
Page
1
Idaho Supreme Court unanimously overruled Dubois attorneys demurrer in the Wallace convention ticket contest. The ruling moves the case to merits and signals a win for the anti-Dubois faction with the state primary law held mandatory. Rumors say Dubois may run as independent or American party if defeated.
The Eastern Idaho Press association plans its third quarterly meeting in Boise on the second Sunday and Monday in November. Editors from Bannock to Shoshone counties will attend. Boise Commercial Club will host and arrange entertainment for visiting newspaper men and locals.
In Saratoga on September 14, Republican State Chairman Woodruff argued with a large upstate delegation over governor nomination. He warned that nominating Governor Hughes could trigger the greatest slump the party has seen in the state this fall.
In Oyster Bay on September 14 President Roosevelt released an official note stating he has spoken with Secretary Root and Congressman Cox. He emphasizes he has no intent to dictate but has told friends he strongly favors Governor Hughes's renomination.
The article explains that each city tour supplement covers progress, investment chances, and local scenery, and is mailed to all readers. Each paper in the association receives these supplements to keep people in different parts of the state informed about others and to advertise the visited cities.
The Orpheum Theatre is taken over by Franklin Thomas Bailey amusement enterprises of Butte. Arthur B. Cundy becomes manager and promises premier film service from Montana Film Exchange. First week features include The Blue Bonnet, The Gambler’s Fate, The Two Models, and A Pair of Kids.
Professor Walter R. Siders returns from Boise joint institute and reports strong fall enrollment. Pocatello public schools list thirty teachers, the largest staff outside Boise, with upgraded heating and fire escapes.
Des Moines rumor says James Wilson secretary of agriculture may be asked to run for the U S senate against Governor Cummins. The talk follows ex Governor Fred D Jackson declining to run and Leslie M Shaw likewise refusing to allow his name to be used.
Cincinnati reports Judge Taft will celebrate his 51st birthday tomorrow with letters and telegrams arriving from well wishers and friends. The event prompts a flood of greetings as the public notes his advancing years and career.
Andreas Rubio and Juan Lopas, described as smooth Mexican shoplifters, were captured at Jacobs Department Store by Chief Ellis. They lifted two sweaters and later found with a necktie and an express receipt for clothing headed to Sacramento. Authorities contact Blackfoot police to trace possible prior thefts including from Eldredge Mercantile, where corduroy trousers were stolen.
The Pocatello Y M C A launches a full physical department led by director Cassius Wood. Classes begin today with Senior divisions 7:00 8:15 p m and 4:15 5:15 p m for Students. Wood stresses complete development of mind body and spirit and notes modern work life harms posture and vitality.
China Charley Sing, a well known market gardener, was beaten and stabbed at his Portneuf city home last Saturday night. His cabin was rifled and $45 stolen from a hidden stash. Police pursue a gang of youths suspected after rock-throwing incidents on North Main Street.
A grand ball will be held at Mc Nichols Wright hall on Monday evening October 19. The Catholic Lady Foresters have tickets on sale through all order members for patrons to attend.
Pocatello Athletic Association football prepares for a September 26 game at Salt Lake against the University of Utah. Manager Will Donnelly leads a lineup featuring stars from Multnomah, A I, and local clubs and coached by Wood of the Y M C A. The squad aims to be dominant in the intermountain region.
N. Paranda, an Italian from Butta visiting with a countryman, was accidentally shot in the right shoulder yesterday while the two were comparing guns. He is under Dr. Howard care and mildly hurt.
The best there is typewriter papers ribbons and car bons at the Tribune office.
A spirited exhibition at the east side grounds ends 12 to 18 as Pocatello tops Blackfoot. Captain Otis Embree belts a long home run, while Atkinson and Brezee turn a key double play. McDonald starts pitching, with Atkinson finishing.
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