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The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
The s.cond pImenslon.

1t was on lite branch railway
In a southern state that the New
Eng and woman ventured to refer to
the high rates. 1T seems to me five
cents mile is eXtortion.' she said.
with frankness., to her southern cou-
sin.
It's big lot of money to pay II
you think of 1t by the mile" said
the southerner. in her soft drnwi:
but you Just think how cheap It is
by the hour. Cousin Annie-only
about thirty-five cents."-Youth's
Companion.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
NEW HILL ONION
IS BIG FAVORITE
Particularly Adapted to Severe
Cold of Northern Winters and
Free From RavaRes OF
"Onion MaxGot.n
tRx f. L. RoR1NsoN.,

The potato, or hill, onion is becom-
ing more and more general favorite
because 1t will stand the severe cold
of northern winters, and also because
OF its freedom from the ravages Of
the "onion maggot" Besides. Of its
very tender and delicate flavor.
Sets planted in the fall will produce
marketable bulbs the next June or
early In July. and will bring a desir-
able price.
The large bulbs planted in the
spring make sets by the fall. SO max
ing 1t necessary for the onion-grower
to save mature bulbs for spring plant
ing, in order to keep up his supply Of
sets. .
The mature bulbs should be stored
In layers in a dry and well-ventilated
place.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

weather and used for several winters.
The doors are made Of old carpets or
burlap or any old cloth handy with. a
strip of wood on the bottom to keep it
straight. Hogs will very readily learn
to pass through them. In teaching
them pin one side of the curtain up,
leaving small hole. and after awhile
the curtain can be let down entirely
and they will go through just the
same. The curtains may be made to
serve two purposes by keeping them
saturated with coal oil or some dip
for lice.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Properly Thankful.

Clark Howell of Atlanta tells OF
the sad case of an elderly darky in
Georgia. charged with the theft OF
some chickens. The negro had the
misfortune to be defended by young
and inexperienced attorney. although
1t is doubtful whether any one could
have secured his acquittal, the COM
mission of the crime having been
proved beyond all doubt. The darky
received a pretty severe sentence.
THANK yo' sah," said he cheerfully,
addressing the Judge when the SEN
tence had been pronounced. Oats
mighty hard. sab. but 1t amt any
thing what l expected. I thought.
sab, dat between my character and
dat speech of my lawyer dat yo'd
hang me, shore!"
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Where He Starred.

An ambitious amateur actor had SO
persistently besieged the club manager
for place in the play that finally he
was admitted.
What part am 1 cast for?" he in
quired.
You are to be the heroine's father"
was the reply.
What does he do?"
well. sir, he dies six years before
the curtain rises on the first act" said
the manager-Metropoli Magazine.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

According to official statistics the
foreign trade of Norway for 1910
amounted to $175,33O.2O9. of which
s1OA.195.666 were imports and $71,.
13i,543 exports. against a total of
s161, ,954,356 for 1909. of which $685.
O1s,293 were imports and $63,936,063
exports.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
So familiar,

YES" said Nagget, "a woman usu-
ally treats her husband as the average
servant treats bric-a-brac."
go ahead" said the wise Mrs. Nag
get. Whats the answer"
why, the more he's worth the more
she tries to break him."
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Father Carried II.

"My father" says the host, carried
that sword"
The guest examined the blade with
interest and discovers stamped
statement thereon to the effect that
the sword was made In 1899.
What war was your father in?" he
asks.
War? oh, father wasn't in any
war! He was travelling salesman
for q regalia house."-Judge.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Latest style.

Mrs. Styles-I see in experiment
ing with model aeroplanes a French
inventor mounted the wings and tail
of crow on wire frame.
Mr.. Styles-Well, any way, 1t Will
not be wasted. His wife can use the
thing as hat.-Yonkers Statesman.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Definitions.

Woman-God's masterpiece.
Man-Just an ordinary lobster,
properly described. perhaps as an
adult male person. with indifferent
habits and lot more gaul than gen.
ius or refinement.
Child-Innocence and purity in
combined perfection.
Boy-A sixty horse power engine
In a light rmabout-wide open.
Girl-A rose in early spring.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Tit for Tat.

Dear Clara" wrote the young
man: pardon me, but I'm getting SO
forgetful. / proposed to you last
night, but really forget whether you
said yes or no."
Dear WILL" she replied by note;
80 glad to hear from you. know
l said yes to some one last night, but
had forgotten just who 1t was."-
Red Hen
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Tho Night Shift.

Positive Wife-John, why do you
talk in your sleep? Have you any
idea?
Negative Husband-So as not to
forget how. l suppose. It's the only
chance / get!-Puck.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

forerunners of
dangerous kid
ney illness and
should be treat
ed without de-
lay.
Obadiah B.
Crane, 222 First
Av.. Watertown.
S. Oak, says: II
was taken with
rheumatic pains
and my left limb
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Earrns of United ststes.

1t is estimated that the farms Of
the United States with all they con-
tain In the way Of livestock and i'm
provements are worth about $30.000.-
900.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
lust Made II.

Farmer Giles (who has Just cashed
a check)-I don't think this moneys
right.
The Cashier - Would you mind
counting it again, sir? think you'll
find it correct.
Farmer Giles (having done SOL
Yes, but you be careful, young man;
it's only Just right.-London Sketch.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

There is a record of 2,77S,000 en-
listments during the Civil War. 1t is
stated that of this number not fewer
than 2.15O,79S were under % years OF
age. Those under 10 numbered 1.151.-
43s, and those under II years S44,S91.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Tests in Dublin have shown that
the wind will carry disease bacteria
200 feet and as high as 60 feet into
the air, even when there is a heavy
rainfall
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Navel ORANGES,

1t is said that navel oranges sprung
from single tree that was found
growing on the northern shore Of the
Mediterranean sea. nearly $50 years
ago.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

and I went to the
store to get q bottle
of Lydia E. Pink
hams Vege table
Compound, but the
clerk did not want
to let me have it.
he said it was no
good and wanted mo
to try something
else, but knowing
all about 1t i In
sisted and finally
got 1t, and I am 80
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Agreement among good men is
friendship. among bad men con.
spiracy.-Sallust.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Fifty-eight millionaires died IN
France during the year 1909. two OF
whom left estates of over $10,000,000.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

1t is estimated that every square
mile of the oceans is inhabited by
100000 living creatures.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

A project is on foot for the con-
struction of 400 miles of railway in
the south of Sumatra to cost 100000
900 gulden ($12,060, ,000).
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

While the exports of human hair
from China are very large, 1t is de-
MED that any comes from bodies.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

A new hydroplane boat is said to
be capable Of speed of As nautical
miles an hour, or So statute miles.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

The exports of monographs and rec
ords from the United States have
doubled in two years.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Mrs Winsiow's Soothing syrup for Children.
teething, softens the gums, reduces inHamma-
tion. nllays pain. cures wind collie. &c bottle.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Garfield Tea corrects constipation by
arousing the digestive organs to their in
tended activity. Composed of Herbs.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Lots of city farmers make a spe-
cialty of sowing wild oats.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Eye salve in Aseptic Tubes
Prevents Infection-Murine Eye Salvs
In Tubes for all Eye Ills. No Morphine.
Ask Druggists for New Size Csc. VAL
liable Ego Book in Each Package.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Isn't it about time to bury the dead
languages?
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Women frequenters of the British
Museum refused to make use of desks
which are marked For ladies only"
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Wrath and wine unveil the heart of
friend TO friend.-Plutarch.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Garfield Tea regulates lazy liver.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Your wife. as well as your sins. will
find you out.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
SHE GOT
WHAT SHE
WANTED
This Woman Had to Insist
Strongly, but 1t Paid

Chicago, Ill.-"I suffered from a fe-
male weakness and stomach trouble,
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Concentration.
Atlas was bearing the world on his
shoulders.
TT is easier to have everything my
wife wants me to get on one spot" he
explained.
Thus we see 1t was labor-saving
device.-New York Sun.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

halting speech may be the result
of lame excuse.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
] loodS
arsapariIIa

Cures all humors, catarrh and
rheumatism, relieves that tired
feeling, restores the appetite,
cures paleness, nervousness,
builds up the whole system.
Get it today in usual liquid form OF
chocolated tablets called oarsatabe.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
DON'T NEGLECT YOUR KIDNEYS

Kidney troubles are too serious to
neglect. Slight ailments are often
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
HOWARD {. BURTON. AssAYER & CHEMIST

LEADVILLE. COLOKADO.
Specimen prices; Gold. silver. lead. 81: gold.
silver. 75c: gold. Zoe; zinc or copper. 81.
Mailing envelopes and fun price list sent
application. Control and umpire work
iicited reference: Carbonate National Bank
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Important to Mothers
Examine carefully every bottle Of
CASTORIA. a safe and sure remedy for
infants and children, and see that 1t
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
Very True,

Very True.
Bill-A woman is contrary NOR
tai.
Jill-What now?
"Why, her heart is on her left side,
but you have to get on the right side
of her to reach it."-Yonkers States
man,
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
MANY EXCELLENT QUALITIES
OF PURE-BRED JERSEY COW

Animal Superior All Others
Ability O Produce Butter Cheese
nonicaIIy and Records Made In Many
Tests Gives Her Reputation That
Indisputab1e.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
The Cream Of chivaIry.

The Cream Of chivaIry.
Flag OF truce, excellency."
We'll, what do the revolutionists
want?"
They would like to exchange a
couple of generals for can of con-
densed milk.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

Mr.. De Wealth-Have you any e1-
perience as chauffeur?
The Applicant-Well, can show you
the receipts for the fines have paid.
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09

The Question.
I'm little dubious about buying
the business"
still, the owner says he has good
reasons for wanting to SELL"
I've no doubt he has. But how are
We going to find out what they are?"
The Springfield herald., 1911-06-09
All In.

All In.
Friend-I was Just in the art gal
lery, admiring your Napoleon After
Waterloo" The fidelity Of expression
on Bonaparte's face is wonderful.
Where did you get 1t?
Mr.. Dobber-From life. I got my
wife to pose for me the morning afte.'
she gave her first reception.
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
MAIL CARRIERS WANTED

The q. S. Civil Service Commission
announces an examination on March
4, 1911, for the Post Office Service
in this city, to secure eligibles from
which to appoint two letter carriers
and one substitute carrier, upon the
establishment of free delivery on May
l, 1911 The age limit for this ex-
animation is IS to As years on the
day of examination, and all qualified
persons are urged to apply for and
take the examination. For applica-
ton blank and full information re-
garding the examination apply to the
postmaster, this city, or to the Sec
rotary of the Eleventh Civil Service
District, Federal Building, Seattle,
Washington. Applications for this
examination must be filed with the
District Secretary at Seattle, prior to
the hour of closing business on Feb
ruary 2S, 1911. 35-2DH
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
TALK OF CANDIDATES

The talk of candidates for the var
ious places has begun, and at present
covers a rather wide range. Many
persons capabilities are being dis
cussed by their fellow men without
their being candidates for the places,
and discussion at this time does not
officers.
mean that the persons named have
even been consulted to see II they
would consent to become candidates.
1t is simply a sitting process, many
good men being ill-adapted to fill
public places by reason of their en-
vironments, habits of thought
through a long period, peculiar tenn
permanent, or their business relations
that make it impossible for them to
serve on committees that may be as
signed to them at various times
and places, and when the public
mind has taken survey of all these
things and concentrates upon 1t in
caucus or convention the sum total
of its judgment Is more nearly correct
than any other selection that can be
made. 1t is no discredit to man to
have the public discuss his fitness for
position as public servant and
then discard his name in the final
analysis. We give herewith the
names of men who are being discuss
ed, and next week the list may be
somewhat modified, and by the time
the date of making nominations ar
rives, the voting public should have
formed it's conclusions.
For mayor; r. N. West, A. D.
Quantrell, Markus Blenkle, H. C. Dip
pie.
Councilmen-frst ward; Henry
Simmons, e. T. Peck, Chas. Hart
Albert Miller, Geo. Stone. Second
ward; J. G. Bond, o. Buchanan, F.
C. Christ, l.. C. lockwood, l.. R. Aid
rich, Nofear Davis Third ward; Alex
Younie, E. NJ Hubbell, w. A. Beak-
ley, r. l.. Archer, R. e. Hansen.
Fourth ward; Markus Blenkle, S. w.
Gibbs, Neil F. Boyle, Volley Van
Bramer, F. E. DeKay.
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
FIVE SISTERS COMING

for their up-to-date original enter
tainment, and this season they are
making a speciality of high class mus
ical acts, and their novelty numbers
are alone worth the price of admis-
sion, the appearance of the handsome
young ladies is in itself a refreshing
treat and their beautiful costumes,
scenic and electric equipment help
to beautify a program that is we'll
nigh perfect, and there is an air of
sympathy and feeling throughout
their work that is seldom, if ever,
found in other organizations of this
kind. You cannot afford to miss this
grand treat for it will be the musical
event of the season.
Those missing the entertainment
given by the "Polmatier Sisters will
no doubt miss one of the most pleas
ing and up-to-date musical PROPOSE
tions ever given in the city. They
give their patrons varied and ORR
nal program, with the following COM
bination, viz. Solo orchestra, ev-
cry member being a soloist they
make a specially of high class novel
ties. String Quintette, or mando-
lin and guitar orchestra, putting on
high class musical acts with this line
of music, with special costumes, seen
ic and electric equipment, catchy
songs and music for each act. Solo,
trio and chorus singing and numer-
Gus readings, sketching and imper-
sonating 1t seems miracle that
each of the Sisters should be so well
adapted for the various parts they
tai in the program of the evening.
This is a proposition that will long
be remembered. You run no risk
so get your seats carly. ';
The original "Polmatier Sisters
will give the music-loving public of
this city a grand treat in an up-to-
date varied entertainment, something
worth your time and money, every
number being surprise, They
never fail to hold their audience
audience spell-bound the entire even
ing. They have spent much time and
thought on their program this sea.
son and it surpasses anything they
have heretofore attempted. If you
want the best that can be produced
i'll this line, do not miss these tai
ented Sisters. Do not stay away be-
cause you have been caught in the
past, for this is an out-of-the-ordin-
airy proposition and you are guaran-
teed satisfaction or your money re-
funded. 'If you miss it, you'll re-
gret it,
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
EsTRAY NOTICE

have In my possession at the
sarm of Simeon Hatch, at Moreland,
idaho, one light-blue gelding, two
years old, has some white on right
bind foot, no brands visible.
One dark-blue filly, two years old,
both hind feet white, no brands Wis
ible.
The owner is hereby notified to
call and prove property, pay charges
and take the animals away or they
will be sold according to law, on
Tuesday, March 28th, 1911, at 2 p.
M, at Lindsays store in Moreland.
J. A. WHEELER, Constable More
land precinct
Dated Blackfoot, Idaho, Feb. IA.
1911. 1874
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
CHIROPRACTIC
(Ki-ro-prak-tik)

Is a drugless method of adjusting
the cause of disease.
1t is the only science that exactly
locates the causes of disease and ad-
justs it instead of treating effects
Diseases of the head, insanity, throat,
heart, stomach, liver, gall stones, kid
neys, bladder, appendicitis, hernia
bowels, rheumatism, infantile paral-
ysis, curvature of the spine, and all
female troubles, etc.
Consultation and examination free
as the air you breathe.
DR.. H. w. GAUMER.
Office Phone 223 u
Residence Phone 21S Black
Blackfoot, Idaho
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17

RIVERSIDE
+ 1. 81 + + + + + + + = + + + I

Mr. and Mrs. F. s. Adams attended
the quarterly conference In Blackfoot
Saturday and Sunday.
F. E. Walker made a brief call at
his ranch here while on a business
trip to Blackfoot.
Apparently John Hutchinson does
not approve of the dries" He is
digging we'll on his place.
Paul Smith and family left on
Sunday for Nelson, Nebraska, where
Mrs. Smiths parents reside and near
where they will probably locate. Mr..
Smith is an Industrious, upright man
and during their residence here he
and his family have made many
warm friends who wish him every
possible success in their new home.
Miss Vitris Adams has returned
from Moreland, where she spent
some time with her brother, Robert.
Mrs. Martha La ROGUE is in Boise
as the guest of Mr.. and Mrs. F. E.
Walker.
We have heard no complaint in
our community about the county d.
vision. Evidently our people believe
in the old proverb. Whatever is,
is right"
Mr.. Fink, of Boyd Co., Neb., who
purchased Paul Smiths ranch last
summer arrived with his wife and
son last week and took possession of
his new home. We understand Mr..
Fink contemplates making several
Improvements on the place. Pro-
gressive people are the most welcome
of corners.
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
COUNTY OFFICERS MET

On Thursday afternoon the old
board of county commissioners met
and filed their designations, except T..
r. Jones, and the new officers were
sworn in.
j. II. Carruth, clerk; F. e. DeKay,
sheriff; H. c. G. Rich, assessor; e. T.
Peck, coroner; and w. H. Stufflebeam
and T. J. Bennett, commissioners with
T. R. Jones. w. H. Stuffiebeam was
made chairman.
The next meeting will be held on
Thursday, February 23rd, at II a. m.
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of stockh old
ers of the Blackfoot Irrigation Com
pany will be held at the Commercial
Club rooms on Tuesday, March 14th,
al p. M, for the purpose of electing
officers for the ensuing year and for
such other business as may legally
come before the meeting
L. M. CAPPS, Sec'y.
Dated Feb 14th, 1911. 35-4
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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual stockholders meeting
of the Danskin Ditch Company will
be held at Riverside Hall on Tuesday,
March 14th, at 2 o'clock p. M, at
which time the annual election Of
officers will be held and such other
business transacted as may legally
come before the meeting.
F. T. HALVERSON, Sec'y.
Dated Feb. 8, 1911. 34-4
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual stockholders meeting
of the South Town Ditch Company
will be held on Tuesday, the 21st day
of March, 1911, at the Moreland Hall,
at p. M, for the purpose of electing
officers for the ensuing year and for
such other business as may legally
come before the meeting.
OSCAR ESTBY, Sec'y.
Dated Blackfoot, Idaho, Feb. Is,
1911. 1878
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
SCHOOL NOTICE

On Monday, March 9Th, there will
be classes open to beginning pupils
in both Central and Irving buildings.
Any child who is six years of age
may be entered at this time. No
other opportunity during this school
year, will be offered.
1t was thought best to postpone
the starting of these classes until
the bad weather was over, so that
the pupils could come regularly
after once entering school.
34-4 w. D. VINCENT, Supt.
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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the stock
holders of the Wearyrick Ditch Com
pany will be held at Riverside Hall
on Mandoy, March 9Th, at 1 p. M,
for the purpose of electing officers
for the ensuing year and for such
other business as may legally come
before the meeting.
PHILIP DANCE, Sec'y.
Dated Blackfoot, Idaho, Feb. Is,
1911 1913
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
RESIDENCE FOR SALE

RESIDENCE FOR SALE
A modern nine room house, with
electric lights, bath, toilet, lava
tories and sink, half block OF
grounds with shade shrubs and
40 good bearing fruit trees, barn
for seven head of stock, shed for
four rigs, wood house, coal house
and chicken house. Terms to suit
purchaser, or will trade for stock.
If desired will divide property and
sell part. R. E. Hansen, Black
foot. 30tf
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17
TEACHERS EXAMINATION

An examination for all grades of
teachers certificates will be held in
the Court House at Blackfoot on
February 23, "a and 25, 1911.
ALICE BEACH,
94-3 ~ =" County Supt.
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Order Spring Trees

We have twenty thousand Mc1n-
tosh red yearling trees and large
amount of other varities as we'll as
other kinds of nursery goods.
l will make you closing-out prices.
BLACKFOOT NURSERY,
o. F. SMITH
29-tf Phone 94-2
Find it yet? It's in the Wantad
columns.
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HOME, LAUNDRY

l. am prepared. to do all kinds of
family washing and irouing. Ladies
waists and other fine work will have
special attention.
n. ~ Mrs. Ellen V. Kenner,
',H..s Phone 189 Black.
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FOR SALE

FOR SALE
In Boise, Idaho. Three lots east
front on two car lines, with three
room house, fine shade. Address
Mrs. Geo. w. Naming. 1915 No.
10th st., Boise, Idaho. 34-2P
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FOR SALE-VERY CHEAP
A few hundred shares of the stock
of the Idaho State Life Insurance
Company. Will trade for Boise
city real estate or land near Boise.
John M. Haines, Boise, Ida. 31tf
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Boys Too Young for School
Jimmie-What makes a. horse so
used to buggies.
Bennie-Yes, but they spever saw
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1911-02-17

a buggy without the horses. Now
If you saw pair of pants walking
down the street without a man in
them | bet you would be scared.
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SALE OR TRADE
This Office is entitled to a course In
Links Business College at Idaho
Falls, and same is for sale or
trade. II