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The Semi Weekly Pocatello Tribune

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1908

Page

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Burrows Delivers Keynote at Republican National Convention

Chicago June 16. National Chairman New called the convention to order and Temporary Chairman Burrows delivered the keynote address amid loud applause. The opening session featured Roosevelt name speculation and a long, prominent speech as delegates prepared for five days of proceedings and credential hearings.

Chicago New Burrows Great Coliseum Wabash Avenue Coliseum California Auditorium Hotel Convention Hall Colorado Nevada Washington Idaho Tiawaii Cannon Roosevelt Taft Mme. Jusserand France Nicholas Longworth Ohio Theodore Roosevelt Bishop Muldoon Malloy Fairbanks

See Movie Pictures at the Auditorium This Evening

To spend the evening joyously, come and see the movie pictures at the Auditorium this evening.

Spokane Police Seize Obscene Cards Dealer Arrested

Spokane police confiscated a large batch of obscene picture cards and arrested the dealer. The city ordinance bans printing selling or exhibiting indecent materials with fines from ten to one hundred dollars. Similar ordinances in Pocatello could curb saloon nickel–the-slots and curb exposure to youth.

Spokane Pocatello Eards

Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Rheumatism Relief

A simple rheumatic twinge could foretell a severe attack and Ballard's Snow Liniment is advertised to stop the trouble at the start. It claims to cure rheumatism and all pain with prices 25 cents 50 cents and one dollar from Mrs. A. L. Cook, druggist.

Ballard A. L. Cook

Funeral of Fred G. Rice in heavy rain

The funeral for Fred G. Rice of this city was held at Trinity Episcopal church with Rev. P. Murphy of Payette delivering a moving oration. Masons from Pocatello led the services and escorted the cortege to the Masonic cemetery despite a downpour. Knights Templar and Railway Conductors members joined the procession and floral tributes were abundant.

P. Murphy Payette Trinity Church Fred G. Rice Masonic Masons of Pocatello Trinity Episcopal Church Rev. P. Murphy Pioneer Knights Templar Order of Railway Conductors Murphy

Counterfeiters Headed This Way Warn Local Merchants

Word from Denver warns of a gang of counterfeiters moving toward the area. Businessmen are urged to scrutinize all cash received for the next week as the group targets paper money and local merchants.

Denver

Cummins Boom Gains Steam as Borah Backs Cummins

Chicago June 16. After Washington signaled a vice president pick from Iowa, Idaho Senator Borah launched a formal boom for Governor Cummins. Borah telegraphed Washington allies saying Cummins is the most available candidate and could win a larger western vote, with assurances from Roosevelt and Taft. George D. Roberts notes Iowa delegates back Cummins.

Cummins BORAH Idaho Chicago Washington Iowa Dolliver Cumius Far West Roosevelt Taft George D. Roberts The Mint

Knights Templar of Idaho Hold Annual Convention

The Grand Commandery of the Knights Templar of Idaho opened its annual convention at the Masonic temple in this city at 10 am with delegates from eight commanderies. A reception and entertainment committee welcomed visiting knights, including D. Church Lyman Fargo Freda A iwell Dr 0 B Steely and W J Harvey. Former Boise mayor Pinney was among late arrivals aboard No 2.

Grand Commandery of the Knights Templar of Idaho Masonic Temple

790,000 New Forest Trees for Pocatello Reserve

The forest extension program near Mink Creek will supply 790000 young Douglas fir slips for planting in the Pocatello national forest. Supervisor Wiensted oversees the combined Pocatello Portneuf and Bear River reserves now named the Pocatello forest.

Pocatello National Forest Mink Creek Pocatello Reserve Gilmore MacDonald Washington, D. C Forest Extension Department Forestry Bureau Pocatello Forest West Fork Halsey Utah Peter Wiensted Roosevelt Pocatello Portneuf Bear River Wrensted Wiensted Idaho

Flees from a Phantom in a Homestead Entry Case

W. C. Sherwood of this city, once a police officer, fled after fearing perjury in a second homestead claim. He believed officers pursued him, leaving his family destitute near Portneuf. Officials say no perjury charges will be filed and he can return home if he wishes.

W. C. Sherwood Pocatello Sherwood Ranch Portneuf Sherwood Bert Manassa Portland Manassa United States Fred Caldwell North Platte Neb Caldwell Nebraska United States Commissioner's Office

Knights at Funeral Hold Key Session Plans

Visiting Knights attended the funeral of Fred G. Rice this afternoon. The main convention session will be tonight with new officers elected and a next meeting place chosen. A parade may occur if weather clears as Boise and Idaho Falls bid to host the next convention.

Fred G. Rice Boise Idaho Falls

Larkins Not Guilty Verdict Reached in Rexburg Case

Rexburg Idaho June 16 Jury returns not guilty in the Larkins murder trial after defense arguments by James H Wallis and Harry Holden and a vigorous prosecution by County Attorney Hix. The jury, described as the county’s strongest and most representative men, delivered the verdict at 10 o clock this morning.

Larkins Rexburg Ida James H. Wallis Harry Holden Hix

Auditorium to Feature Moving Pictures and Songs This Summer

Moving pictures and illustrated songs will energize the Auditorium as the summer program opens tonight. The season promises a blend of visual entertainment and musical novelty for local audiences.

Press Club Meeting Changes for Rexburg Visit

The Eastern Idaho Press club meeting in Rexburg changes travel to exclude free transport to Yellowstone via Idaho. Members travel by special car to Big Springs for day fishing, returning late Sunday night. The next day features a business meeting and an elaborate banquet.

Yellowstone Montana Idaho Eastern Idaho Press Club Rexburg Park Big Springs

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