Frank Steunenberg, who served as Idaho’s governor from 1896 to 1898, was assassinated outside his Caldwell home when he was shot with a bomb concealed in a package. The attack occurred at a time of heightened tension between labor unions and political authorities in the region, particularly regarding miner unions in the Coeur d'Alene area. As governor, Steunenberg had enforced martial law during labor disputes, which led to significant animosity from various labor factions. His death was not just a loss of life but a critical flashpoint in the evolving struggle between labor rights and local governance. The details of the event revealed the growing divide and the dramatic measures some would take to resolve conflicts. Steunenberg had taken a strong stand against the miners during strikes, resulting in a frosty relationship with labor groups that felt he had undermined their rights. The act of violence that took his life drew immediate media attention and public outcry, further escalating the ongoing tension in the region.