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Newspaper
The Semi Weekly Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1908
Page
2
Governor Hughes vetoes a New York bill making October 12 a Columbus Day. Critics fear a holiday may undercut memory of the explorer while supporters argue it honors him. Newspapers split with concerns about timing and business disruption.
The Deseret News urges young people to seek parental counsel on marriage. It warns against elopements and reckless ceremonies and calls for informed, prayerful decisions and accountability by officiants to prevent broken contracts and divorce as a remedy.
Consul George Nicolas Ifft of Annaberg reports Berlin's 1906 tax summary, detailing living conditions in the second largest city in continental Europe and one of the world’s biggest. Berlin’s population is 2,040,148 with 1,125,000 taxed after exclusions, showing many heads of households earning under $214.
The Berlin income tax rolls list 600,899 assessed individuals with 542,288 earning under 714 dollars annually and only 58,611 above that threshold. Incomes span from 214 to 714 dollars for many, while very high brackets include 46,181 714 to 2380 and a handful in the top ranges.
An English inventor claims a new refrigerator car uses an ammonia compressor and condenser to create cold air inside without ice. The system, driven by the axle gear, promises automatic temperature control and easier shipment of perishable freight if proven satisfactory.
Idaho readers learn of a federal roster shakeup with the removal of United States District Attorney Buick and United States Marshal Rounds. C. H. Lingenfelter of Lewiston will succeed Buick, while Sheriff Shad Hodgin of Ada county will replace Rounds. The move aims for office harmony and underscores Senator Borah’s influential position in Washington.
Grand Orator H. W. Scott of the Oregon lodge praised Masonry’s role in settling and uplifting the Pacific coast. The article recalls pioneers forming Masonic lodges early, often before churches or schools, and notes the strong influence of Masonry among settlers.
In early communities scattered across miles pioneers formed lodges in humble homes and traveled long distances to attend. Membership carried high honor as Masons protected settlers watched for thieves and dangers and safeguarded remote property and life.
The Deseret News honors the Commercial Travelers visiting Salt Lake City as resilient, optimistic builders of inter state commerce. The piece praises their outlook, charisma, and role as enduring advertisers while urging hospitality and fellowship to strengthen ties with local business and media.
Senator Heyburn hosted an Idaho delegation banquet at the Auditorium Hotel in Chicago with senators Borah and Addison Smith among the attendees. The gathering praised Heyburn as a leading senator and urged his continued service, while Brady was tout ed as future Idaho governor and Borah declined a national committees post to avoid competing with Heyburn.
Orchard says Dubois loyalist Jackson will discipline Democratic bolters from the Twin Falls convention. He mocks Martin and Nugent as snakelike rivals, noting their efforts provoke statewide amusement and likely indigestion for the victor.
Speaker Jack son argues bolters at the Wallace convention will be punished to prevent recurrences. He predicts Idaho Democrats will require a public profession of faith before reintegration, and will not allow those who walked out at Twin Falls to misrepresent county Democrats.
The Idaho Falls Register announces it is now issued twice a week instead of weekly. Editor W. E. Wheeler, respected as a pioneer of Gem State journalism, states the paper is improving daily.
The Ogden Journal praises William H. Taft as a suitable president candidate. It states he is not merely Roosevelt influenced and argues that any such domination would benefit the country, noting few objections from practical politicians.
Idaho Falls Register notes Boise will host a September Republican convention and a state ticket will be nominated with James H. Brady at the head, expected to be elected in November by a large majority per Boise Citizen.
Born in Cincinnati Ohio September 15 1857. Graduated from college in Cincinnati in 1880. Served as assistant prosecuting attorney of Hamilton county Ohio 1881. Became judge of the Cincinnati Superior Court 1887. Appointed solicitor general of the United States 1890. Nominated United States judge for the Sixth circuit 1892. First civil governor of the Philippines under American rule 1901. Succeeded Elihu Root as secretary of war in 1904.
Born in Glens Falls New York on April 11 1862 he graduated Brown University in 1881 and Columbia Law in 1884 He practiced law in New York City 1884 to 1891 and 1893 to 1906 He was Cornell law professor 1891 to 1895 and counsel for the Armstrong Insurance committee in 1905 and 1906 He served as special assistant to the U S attorney general in the 1906 coal investigation He declined the 1905 Republican mayoral nomination then was nominated for governor by Republicans in 1906 and elected.
Pursuant to the Republican State Central Committee a Republican State Nominating Convention will meet in Boise Idaho on September first 1908 at 11 a.m. Delegates from Ada to Washington counties are listed with quotas and county committees are directed to arrange primaries and county conventions for delegates. James H. Brady and Addison T. Smith sign as chairman and vice chairman.
The poem presents a speaker dwelling on fears while pondering life, pain, and healing. Whittier contrasts doubts with enduring trust in divine care, suggesting hurt can accompany growth and that all beings are sheltered by a tender, overarching presence.
The verse describes a dangerous Atlantic voyage with a crew facing a fierce storm. The speakers urge courage as waves lash the deck and sails snap, trusting God to guide them toward harbor or grave. It preserves a maritime, period voice and emphasizes steadfastness amid peril.
A Wordsworth poem describes a woman as a phantom of delight at first sight, later revealing as a living figure with freedom and endurance. The speaker contrasts transient charm with steady spirit, calling her a perfect woman nobly planned to warn, comfort, and command.
In pinch, Allen's Foot-Ease lets ladies wear shoes one size smaller by easing tight or new shoes. It relieves coins and bunions, reduces swelling, blisters, and sore spots, and aids sweaty tired feet. Available at druggists and shoe stores for 25c with a free trial package offer.
Ally Sloper portrays a busy household with Bridget poised to leave Willie down with measles and a flooded cellar while the grocer’s absence stretches. The comic exchange hints at ongoing domestic disorder and social misfortunes.
Two golfers banter after a tee shot goes astray. The first asks where the ball landed and the second volunteers to locate the spot, offering to assist with the search. The exchange captures a light moment during play.
In a recent letter Lester M Nelson of Naples Maine praises Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and colds and claims it saved his life. The note touts the remedy as a long time throat and lung healer and mentions Ferguson Jenking drug stores in Pocatello and McCammon offering a trial bottle free and a dollar price.
The piece traces the origin of kissing the feet to honorifics in ancient societies. It notes oriental practices of kissing hands and hems, the Egyptian adoption via Assyrians, and subsequent Greek and Roman adoption and spread of the custom.
A brief vignette portrays two neighbors discussing care and courtesy. One asks about a sick wife while the other explains gratitude toward the neighbor who plays the cornet, noting the kindness and shared living arrangement.
In a humorous exchange from Man and Beast, a speaker argues against abolishing horse racing as good exercise. The reply notes horses do not need exercise, shifting to question whether humans gain benefit. The dialogue twists on whether walking back counts as exercise for people.
A witty exchange reflects urban gossip as a cynical bachelor frets about marrying in heaven while a lively sixteen year old insists every soul is already wed before departure. The banter captures light social humor of the era.
A terse exchange frames a brusque trade over dogs. One man offers his own canine while the other questions the deal and asserts he can top the opponent. The dialogue hints at a contest of wits and resources.
A witty exchange notes that the notoriety of a divorce case hinges on the amount of money involved, suggesting public attention grows with financial stakes. The remark implies that high stakes attract more focus and controversy.
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