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Newspaper

The Semi Weekly Pocatello Tribune

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1908

Page

3

Street Improvement Budget Follows City Finance Panel

The city finance committee cut the streets and bridges appropriation from 10,000 to 8,000 for 1908-9 after reviewing revenues, raising city officers and police budgets, and noting last year’s net collections around 39,875 for general purposes. A busy council session followed with numerous bills approved or sent to the finance committee and an anti-spitting ordinance passed.

Pater Ieee Fire Department Rey Fust Sisters of the Holy Cross St. Joseph’s Grant Street Pocatello Mercantile Company J. H. Croxall Bell Telephone Company George E. Gray Bass Ceeeeeeneeeseres A. W. Service Peter Hanson GY Ceee Cvesneseres Ceater Weeter Lumber Company Lunder and Cement T. H. Kane Salary Police Merriman Scccereres Studebaker Co Holley George Gittens J. C. Hawkes T. C. Reynolds John Ellis Idaho T. F. Garey John Pattis R. J. Hogan Dan Kenney F. Connell K. H. Summer T. G. Johnston William Kelly City J. A. Standley Henry Johnston Dan Buckley Df. Hall W. Lane WB Chaffes Roy Goodwin Goodwin Meredith & Joseph Goldie McAllister A. B. Bean Hardware Co Idaho Consolidated Power Co J. F. Murray Pump House J. A. Crum T. W. Wilson D. F. Myers J. W. Kelly H. Nickolsen Thomas Edwards

Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup Popular With Children

A laxative cough syrup named Kennedy’s is described as child friendly tasting nearly like maple sugar and noted for gentle action on the system. It is sold by all druggists.

Kennedy

Nebraska Tornado Hits Geneva Area. Death Toll Rises

A tornado swept across Fillmore county near Geneva Nebraska on Friday leaving at least six dead four fatally hurt and several others injured according to early reports.

Geneva Neb Fillmore County

Foley's Kidney Remedy Praised in Letter from Claremont

Mrs Joyce of Claremont New Hampshire writes that after a year of suffering from kidney trouble the Foley's Kidney Remedy gave relief. She recommends the medicine and notes Temple Pharmacy supplies it.

Joyce Claremont N. H Foley Temple Pharmacy

Idaho Senator Declines Chicago Convention Delegacy

Division notes Senator Heyburn does not want to be a Chicago convention delegate or national committeeman. He says qualified Republicans in Idaho should share honors and duties, and urges someone else be chosen to handle the post. Weyburn likewise declines reappointment and favors distributing honors among party members.

Heyburn Idaho Chicago J. H. Brady Brady Wallace Weyburn

DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Promote Kidney Strength

An advertisement claims DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills quickly strengthen weakened kidneys and are sold by all druggists in a Big Express Package.

DeWitt Big Express Package

Pocatello High School Holds Graduation in Packed Auditorium

The Audito rium theatre was filled to capacity for Pocatello High School’s graduation. Diplomas were awarded to a strong class as Rev. P. Monroe Smock of Boise delivered the Dreams and Dreamers address with wit and thoughtful philosophy. The program included music by the High School Orchestra and choirs, and the graduating class lists Frank Dayton Peek, Margaret F. Harmer, Thomas C. Sparks, Jennie Davis, Cora Davis, Willie F. Myers, Clem E. Connors, Grace KE Black.

Pocatello High School P. Monroe Smock Boise Gem State Arthur Sullivan Vecescence Lyman Fargo Veazie Bailey Frank Dayton Peek Margaret F. Harmer Thomas C. Sparks Jennie Davis Cora Davis Willie F. Myers Clem E. Connors Grace KE Black

Explosion toll rises from Tennessee boiler blast

San Pedro California June 6 one more death brought the toll to five from yesterday's boiler tube explosion on the armored cruiser Tennessee. Injured were transported to Los Angeles. The dead will be buried with military honors at Harbor View cemetery this evening.

San Pedro Calif Tennessee Los Angeles Harbor View Cemetery

Harriman Lines Plan Offsite Tours For Division Officials

Inspectors from Harriman lines arrange two two week familiarize trips for division officials. A Salt Lake group led by E C Manson will travel to Portland and Puget Sound. A second party under G H Olmstead sails from Ogden to visit Colorado and Southern routes. Southern Pacific officers with H L Platt will stop in Pocatello en route to Portland.

Harriman Buena Ventura E. C. Manson Salt Lake Ogden H. J. Harris Utah B. Frobes B.A. Campbell Montello Nevada C. B. Chalmers Salt Lake City T. C. Collopy Idaho Nampa Pocatello Portland Puget Sound G. H. Olmstead A. F. Brewer E. W. Newcomb Thomas Fitzgerald S. J. Canady W. J. Stinson West End George H. Smith Rio Grande Western Colorado and Southern

Fatal smashup near Annapolis claims eight lives

A passenger special from Annapolis to Washington and a Baltimore to Annapolis local car collided on a curve of the Washington and Annapolis Electric railway. Eight were killed and nearly twenty injured with several in serious condition. The single track line allegedly saw orders disregarded leading to the wreck near graduation crowds at the Naval Academy.

Annapolis Washington Baltimore Washington and

Enid Faces Worst Flood in City History

Enid Oklahoma endures its worst flood after six hours of rain as Bologna creek swells from two feet to 2000 feet. The rising waters flood nearly the entire town and wash away about fifty houses while threatening many lives. Water stands 12 feet deep on Main Street but recedes slowly.

Enid Okla Bologna

OLD RESIDENT DIES IN GRAND JUNCTION AT 59

J B Willstach a former Grand Junction railroad man died May 31 in Grand Junction Colorado of pneumonia at age 59 He leaves a widow and one son He helped build the Short Line pipeline row of buildings in Pocatello and was well known in the Gate City His remains were moved from Grand Junction to La Fayette Indiana for burial at his old home

J. B. Willstach Grand Junction Colo Ile Pocatello Gate City la Fayette Ind

Railroad magnate Heigho visits Pocatello on party business

E M Heigho general manager of the Pacific and Idaho Northern railroad known as the Pin line is in Pocatello on a mission of business. He is Idaho Republican delegate to the Chicago national convention and will leave June 12 with the remaining Maho delegation. Heigho is guest of State Chairman J H Brady.

E. M. Heigho Pacific & Idaho Northern Railroad Pocatello Mr. Heigho Maho J. H. Brady

Gold King mine at Gladstone destroyed by fire

Silverton Colorado June 6 Fire last night destroyed all buildings of the Gold King mine at Gladstone nine miles from Silverton. Loss estimated at 150000 endangering the lives of the entire shift and men in bunk houses. Machinery damaged air fans out of commission. All but one man rescued Henry Sanger fatally hurt likely from jumping from the second story bunk house.

Silverton Colo Gold King Gladstone Henry Sanger

Citizens Party Moves Tax on Every Phone in City

The Citizens party council introduced an ordinance to tax each telephone 50 cents monthly in Pocatello. Alderman Terrell urged passage, citing poor Bell service and pole obstructions, with the measure to be redrafted by the ordinance committee for a June 18 first reading amid opposition.

Citizens” Party Council Pocatello Terrell Third Ward Bell Telephone Company Bell Company Smith

Water Company Owner Proposes Concessions To City

At a Pocatello City Council meeting a letter from James A. Murray of Butte proposing concessions in water service was read. The amendments include installing meters and standpipes, extra free water, reduced rates, sprinkling rights, reduced interest, and dismissal of a pending suit, all aimed at an amicable agreement.

Pocatello Water Company George Winter J. A. Murray Butte Winter Pocatello, Ida Pocatello Idaho James A. Murray Mr. Murray Hunters Hot Springs Mont Jas. A. Murray Water Company

Bank embezzlers sentenced for large theft in Pittsburg

In Pittsburg on June 6, Harry Heiber and John Young were sentenced to ten years each in the penitentiary for embezzling 1,105,000 dollars from the Farmers' Deposit National Bank.

Pittsburg Farmers’ Deposit National Bank Harry Ieiber John Young

Factory Explosion Destroys Prestolite Plant in Indianapolis

An explosion at the Prestolite factory in Indianapolis today wrecked the new plant and damaged St. Vincent's hospital nearby. Eight persons are reported injured as authorities assess the scene.

Indianapolis St. Vincent’s Hospital

Taft Delegates Seated from Florida Contests

Taft delegates at large from Florida and Taft delegates from Florida’s second district were seated by the national Republican committee in its hearing of contests today.

Chicago Taft Florida National Republican Committee

George Siler Near Death After Angina Attack

Chicago June 6 George Siler the well known sporting man and prize fight referee is said to be at the point of death after a long struggle with angina pectoris.

George Siler Chicago

Royal Junket Sets Sail From Port Victoria

The royal yacht Victoria and Albert, carrying King Edward, Queen Alexandra, Princess Victoria, and their suite, departed Port Victoria today for Reval in Russia.

Royal Junket Port Victoria Eng Royal Yacht Victoria and Albert King Edward Queen Alexandra Princess Victoria Suite Ftor Reval Russia

Circus Tonight Draws Large Crowd for Nat Reiss Show

Nat Reiss's circus drew a large afternoon audience with a second performance planned for this evening and strong expectations of another big crowd as the show proves exceptionally good.

Nat Reiss

Take Prompt Relief with Reliable Kodol for Dyspepsia

The ad urges quick action for stomach issues and recommends Kodol as a dependable digest aid. It emphasizes pleasant taste, reliability, and a satisfaction guarantee, noting it is sold by all druggists.

Bell Improvements Planned for Rocky Mountain Bell Service

The Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone company plans extensive summer upgrades. About $2000 will be spent on east side extensions. Construction foreman Jack Lane and a crew traveled to American Falls to begin work.

Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Company Jack Lane American Falls

Foley’s Oripo Laxative Receives Patient Endorsement

Ww W. R. Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee testifies Foley’s Oripo Laxative cures chronic constipation. He praises it as a thorough practical remedy and offers Temple Pharmacy as the reference.

W. R. Ward Dyersburg Tenn Foley Temple Pharmacy

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G. A. Graff Lloyd Everett W. F. Stewart G. H. Hummell J. W. Rockefeller R. Erwin Sam Hastings Robert Price Fine Sims Rockefeller Lyth & Fargo Sims Arfield and Clark Arfield Center Finance Committee Martin A. H. Smith Puncil Errell Chilson Pocatello Waterompany Bistline Tme Prisco Baker Manufacturing Company Tribune Nebraska Division OF Honors Daily Tribune Oklahoma Colorado GEO, Winter Pocatello “Water Co Circus Bell Improvements
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