25 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1907
Page
1
The Boise case centers on the John Doe indictment against the former governor Steunenberg. Prosecutors open with a sensational character portrait as the great trial advances.
Boise reports the jury to try United States Senator Borah on conspiracy to defraud timber lands was completed after exhaustive chal lenges. Opening address by US government official Mr Burch argued the scheme targeted the government, naming Frank Steunenberg and noting Governor Frank Gooding avoided involvement.
Boise Sept 25 district attorney closely examines potential jurors for the United States Senator William E Borah timber land frauds trial. Judge Whitson allows wide latitude in juror questioning to avoid bias from political ties and personal acquaintances with Borah as prosecutors seek impartiality.
Patrolman Charles Seli pursued two Bannock Indians in possession of a pint and a half of alcohol. Special Officer Sell failed to outrun them but assisted by an express wagon to detain the suspects, including the notorious Ninnip Tom, as they were brought to the city jail. A liquor-peddler is sought.
Jesse R. Schreck of Pocatello Idaho paid 6000 dollars in cash to United States Receiver E D R Thompson Monday morning for 120 acres of coal lands in Carbon county Utah Under an interior department ruling the price per acre for coal lands increased from 20 to 50 dollars and Schreck paid 3600 dollars more than before Salt Lake Republican reported
St. John s Newfoundland September 25 an imperial rescript forbids the service by any colonial secretary of legal process regarding fishery rights aboard any American vessel and suspends all colonial statutes authorizing seizure of American vessels for alleged hare ary offenses. The measure is viewed as making it difficult for Premier Bond to enforce colonial fishery laws.
A trans Atlantic train carrying first class passengers from Paris to Cherbourg was telescoped in the Breval tunnel. Nineteen people were injured, several with broken limbs, but no fatalities reported.
Harry Chernock a New York garment cutter tried to stab his wife with tailors shears, then leaped from a fourth story window and died. His wife survived and is expected to recover.
President Roosevelt concludes a summer vacation of a little over three months at Oyster Bay and departs for Washington. His western trip will start in Washington next Sunday.
Thirty fledglings will be adopted into full membership by the local aerie of Eagles on October 3, marking the second anniversary of the Eagle hall dedication. The ceremony includes wings attached to the fledglings, a grand ball, and refreshments, with game birds from Idaho Falls and Blackfoot attending.
Seattle officials announce a $500 King County reward for the arrest of Mrs. Agnes McComb Covington’s murderers. Governor Mead may add $1000, with talks of a citizens fund to bolster arrests. Frank Covington and Charles Burlison remain missing as investigators seek circumstantial links.
London witnesses the marriage of Countess Montignoso former Crown Princess of Saxony and Signor Toselli music master at a Strand registry office today.
Major Caldwell warns that fish permit holders trespass when hunting ducks on the Fort Hall Indian reservation. Indian police will arrest violators, confiscate arms, and turn them over to the U S marshal. Hunting and camping require separate authority beyond fishing permits.
A terrific gale rages over the lower lake region for more than 24 hours with no known shipping damage reported. Cleveland reports the storm beginning around September 25.
Report of a Bear Lake water monster resurfacing incites fear across the community. Two hunters describe a massive creature attacking a horse, tearing it apart, and shrugging off bullets as locals brace for another night of confinement and prayers.
Judge Alfred Budge ruled for C J Todd in the case of the Mental Life Insurance and Investment Co against him awarding $252 to the defendant on two promissory notes. Appeals involved included Knowles vs New Sweden Irrigation District and Armstrong vs Slick et al. Other actions were continued or dismissed for lack of prosecution.
William Seydell and Miss Mary Ethel Singer wed at the Congregational church with Rev. Frank E. Whitham presiding. The couple will reside in Salt Lake. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Singer and the groom formerly worked at Short Line shops.
Ottawa dispatch reports a large petition signed by hundreds of British Columbians calling on Premier Sir Wilfrid Laurier to implement legislation to exclude Chinese people from entering Canada. The item notes the petition’s destination and the intent to restrict immigration.
In St Petersburg on September 25 officials intensify protection around Secretary Taft’s world tour. Gazette speculation centers on a Russo American convention while Russian media foresees possible war with Japan and warns diplomacy to avoid being caught unprepared by America’s rising sea power.
Edward Sorrell a nineteen year old Bannock heir from Inkom prepares to leave for Carlisle Indian School in Pennsylvania. He previously spent eighteen months there in preparatory grades and will pursue a collegiate course while possibly learning linotype this summer. He will supervise ten or twelve younger Indian students at departure.
Judge Budge ordered a decree of divorce for Mrs Daisy Angotti from Carmin Angotti a bartender finding irreconcilable differences after a quarrel-filled marriage. She alleged a four week courtship ended with threats and assault during their honeymoon at a lodging house.
Salt Lake September 25 division superintendents from the Oregon Short Line meet with General Superintendent Buckingham and Assistant General Superintendent Davis to discuss technical matters. No operating department changes are planned, per Buckingham's secretary.
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