August 7, 1906, was a night to remember in Lewiston, Idaho, as a devastating cloud burst killed 25 people and left a trail of destruction in its wake. But amidst the chaos, a more sinister story began to unfold. President Paul O. J. Stensland, head of the Milwaukee Avenue bank, was at the center of a growing scandal. Bank Examiner Jones reported that Stensland likely knew of the looting of the bank, which had entrusted $22000 to his care. The news sent shockwaves through the community, with depositors holding out hope of recovering the $4200 they had entrusted to Stensland’s bank. As detectives launched a manhunt for Cashier Her One, who was believed to be on the run, the police reserves were called in to prevent a riot in the vicinity of the bank. The air was thick with tension as one woman claimed that $200 was missing from her safe deposit box, with similar reports circulating. It was clear that Stensland would soon face the music, with a warrant likely to be issued for his arrest by the end of the day. Speculations about bank funds were swirling, and the people of Lewiston were left to wonder if they would ever see their hard-earned money again.
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Key Facts
- State: Idaho
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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