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Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
CHILDREN MUST
BE- SENT TO SCHOOL

Dunn County News: After repeal
ed efforts on the part of the county
superintendent. states attorney n
teachers of the county to enforce the
compulsory school laws without re-
sorting to prosecution, several arrests
were made last week and fines impos
ed upon the guilty parties. The teach
ers have complained Of several fam.
lilies not sending their children to
school and repeated warnings have
been given by the proper authorities.
but it seems that these warnings have
had little effect. A short time ago
the teachers filed a complaint with
the states attorney who wrote to the
parties, telling them to come in and
appear before Justice G. w. Morton
and answer to the charge. Five vol
u:tarily responded and were assessed
a fine of $40 and costs, amounting III
all to SLIGO. These were Peter Mes
ner, Valentine WetZstine and Leopold
Hardy of the southeastern part of the
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

question CT drainage Is becoming a
topic Of serious consideration, and
there should be q means provided
whereby the cooperation on the part
OF the state could be had with the
county drainage boards In order that
the state .ands affected by any such
drain ditch must be assessed for Its
proper prOp0rtiOnate share of the cost
of construction ana maintenance, and
| would suggest that the attention of
the state law makers be called to the
absence OF any statutory provisions
governing this subject.
Public roads through the state lands
are continually being laid by local au.
shorities, and 1t would seem that spec.
ifc provision should be made for col,
lecting damages sustained by reason
of such roads. and ! would suggest
that some legislation be enacted re.
quiring that plats be filed showing the
location and area tab Ell from the state
lands by the location of public roads
thereon and the assessment of dam.
ages therefore be made by the board
of university and school lands. after
the manner provided for granting rail
road rights of way.
Appropriations.
Heretofore this department has had
appropriations for its various needs rs
shown in the statement below, none
of which proved sufficient. except the
smaller II devoted to advertising
and leasing. The fees of this office
were heretofore a very uncertain
source of revenue and for that reason
| asked two years ago for an increas.
ed appropriation. Since then these
fees have proven a more reliable
source Of revenue to the end that |
believe that the business Of the de.
partment can be handled during the
next two years without an increase Of
appropriation over that Of previous
years, as follows:
Expense Board of University
and School, Lands (salar-
les, books. blanks, etc) $40. 000.0 90
Advertising, %appraising aid
selling lands ........... S.0Oo.0 90
Advertising and leasing school
lanQS 4,OUo.J ~
With the great demand for sales in
counties that have been so ia
vOred, as well as from those counties
which still have a large acreage of
.-Ghool and institution lands. the ap,
preaching biennial period is so prom.
Using of a large demand of the funds
Of this department that a surplus Of
fees that seems now quite apparent,
will prove a necessity in connection
with the appropriation above asked
for.
! would further recommend that the
Legislature appropriate an additional
sum of five thousand dollars to be
used at the %ulrection Of the Board Of
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Pleasure Gifts

The girls and boys will en-
JOY a Christmas gift such as a
pair Of skates, a sled or a pa If of
skis. A complete line :of air
rifles and "twenty-twos.'
You will find here a large va
riety Of gifts for men. Safety
razors and blade razors, with
mugs, brushes and strops; the
best display Of knives in town;
Carving sets in cloth and leather
cases; tools of every conceivable
kind and description; rifles, guns
and pistols.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Community Silver

Silvcrware is always useful as
well as an appreciated Christmas pres
ent. Our line Of Community silver is
unequaled for quality and styles; in
fact, everything in the silverwara line
from which to choose a useful Christ
mas present. Guaranteed for SO years.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

Lands with the assistance OF the state
engineer. this department contem-
plates the early accomplishment Of this
work prior to further sales in coun-
where such examinations are
deemed necessary.
Conclusion.
Trusting that careful perusal of this
report will convey a conscientious en-
deavor on thu part of this department.
to carefully and safely conserve the
interests of the various institutions
entrusted to it, ! have the honor to
Subscribe myself,
Respectfully,
ALEX. MACDONALD,
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Sets

We handle the famous Zenith
and Sure Edge carving sets. A carv-
ing set is one Of the usual Christmas
gifts and we take pride in our large
line, too. All styles and prices. Ev-
cry piece guaranteed.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
BABE lNHERl1s BIG ESTATE.

the estate of A. NJ. Miller, Jr., who
died in. Duluth last February, was filed
in probate court Saturday. This is
one Of the largest estates ever pro-
ibated in st. Louis county. The final
account shows a total estate of $746.-
4S4.3S. -Two-thirds of the property
will 60 to six months old daughter
and one.third to the widow.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
O. V. B. SiIverWare

The 0. V. B. silverware is tho
Guaranteed Forever" kind; q mod
crate priced line from which to select a
Christmas gift.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Electric Irons

One of the handy and
work saving devices Of these
modern times; we guarantee the
line of electric irons we handle
for five years. A thoughtful
Christmas gift, 3.75.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
GERMAN N FRENCH

Graduate of University of Lelven,
Belgium, will accept. nunils for in.
struction in both languages. For par
ticulars. apply A.. B%asteyns. G22 This
St, between 200 and 600.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Rogers SilyerWare

We handle the full line Of Rog-
ers Brothers silverware-a serviceable
and standard line from which to select
a Christmas gift.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Want Ads Bring Results
statesmen WANTED.

WANTED Capable and energetic
man, with selling experience to car:
ry our new 1914 line in North Da.
kota beginning January list, 1913.
If you are such a man our PROPOSE.
ton is sure to interest you. To
those who are not acquainted with
III line let us say that is a guar
anteed line of art and business cal
endars and advertising novelties in
leather, cellulOid, aluminium, ETC.;
it's a line that is worthy of the best
efforts Of the most capable sales
man. Write us for particulars, Civ.
ing experience. The Shaw Adver-
Using Co., Kansas City, Mo-.
MISCELLANEOUS.
WANTEO-Work by the day. Phone
COS.
Notwithstanding, at reason
able prices, at 423 Eleventh st.
Phone 532L.
FOR sALE-Household furniture. 7O1
9Th St. J. w. Huyke.
FOR SALE, CHEAP.
B~lacksmith's shop, two fires. and
fully equipped with machinery and
tools. Address c.. w. Crockett, Viii.
ton, N. D., Box No. PTS.
FOR SALE-40O acres or part ulim-
proved section l, township, 1877,
range 70, located 2 miles from Stew
ertsdale, Owner, Nelson T. Thor
Z son, Omaha, Nebr.
IDAHO LANDs-If you want infor.
nation regarding the finest fruit
and agricultural lands in the Unit
ed States, that can be had on easy
terms and long time payments, see
G. T. Wynkoop, GA Third St., Bis
marck, N. Oak.
FOR sALE-Rhode Island Red cock
erel, single comb, Vol first and sec
ond at Bismarck exposition. Mrs.
]. F. Gerling, Phone $40 l..
FOR sALE-I VIII sell my fine truck
farm twelve miles southeast Of
town. Inquire at 81 or. Sweet and
Ninth st. J.zB. Alsbrry.
FOR sALE-One of the best situated
corners Of business property in the
city, 125x100 feet. Inquire corner
Ninth and Sweet streets. J.. B. Ais
bury.
WANTED-Large, well furnished room
in modern house, close in. by two
young men; best references. p. O..
box 1893.
FOR sALE-4O0 acres, or part, unim-
proved, section 1, township 1877,
range 10; located 2 miles from
Stewartsdale. Owner Nelson I
Thorson, Omaha, Neb.
HENRY-Anxious to hear from you.
Write at once. VIM. Schmiedekind,
2O4 S. Alamo ST., San Antonio, Tex, .
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
county, and Valentine Kary of neor

Fayette.
Nels Tforstad and Andrew Johnson
of Renvllle failed to heed the sum
mons and Sheriff John Bang was
sent after them. They we're arraign
ed before Justice Morton and entered
a Flea of guilty and were given a fine
of $1,000 and costs, amounting in al!
to about $500. Complaint has also
been filed against John Thorstad of
Renviile, but up to this time he has
not appeared before the court.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
HELp W~ANTEp-aALE.

WAN1ED-Young man IS to ~ years
of age to work in general store;
Norwegian preferred. P. H. Nelson,
Kintyre, N. d.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Coal Land Examinations.

The Twelfth legislative session hay
ing by Chapter 262 provided for the
examination OF certain lands-to ascer-
tain the existence of coal before those
lands are offered for sale, such exam
nation to be under the supervision of
the Board Of University and School
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

University and School Lands in the
redemption of tax certificates where
the same have been issued on lands
in which the state holds a mortgage
for a farm loan. there being now no
provision for such redemption. and
the state has not sufficient protection
against the purchaser Of a tax certifi-
cate in such cases.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
o . N

70 RENT-Two unfinished rooms
for light housekeeping. 2l2 2nd ST.
Phone 565.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Sure Edge Cutlery

Carving knives, pocket
knives and other edged articles.
are found in their varied styles
at our store, among which many
useful presents can be selected.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Asbestos Sad Irons
A full line of asbestos sad
irons, priced from l5c to $50.
Safety Raizors

od1ely KaZOrS
The well-known Gillette
safety razor is found in our varied
line Of safety razors. All kinds
and makes priced from 10c to
$50. A thoughtful present.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Chatting Dishes

A useful gift. Our line Of
chatting dishes is varied in styles
and patterns. ranging from $50
to 1900.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

Notwithstanding, at reason
able prices, at 423 Eleventh st.
Phone 532L.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

WANTEp-Girl for general house.
work. Mrs. G. J. Busch; apply at
store.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

WANTED1lLady Cook for Hotel,
Must be experienced. Address A. r.
Nyden. HebOrn, N. Oak
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

). HELP WANTEU-FEMALE.
WAKTED-Two experienced dining
room girls. F. l.. Nigey, Mandan,
N. D.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR RENT-UDstairs front DON in
modern house, Phone 512 j.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR SALE-400 acres or part uIim-
proved section l, township, 1877,
range 70, located 2 miles from Stew
ertsdale, Owner, Nelson T. Thor
= son Omaha. Nehr s,ry 4 aE
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Serving Dishes

Serving dishes are always
appreciated as a gift. A com
plete line ranging in price from
ESQ to ZOO.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
Coffee Perc0lat0rs

The day Of coffee pots IS
nearly past. The Percolator
makes better coffee and does
away with the inconvenience Of
the coffee pot. A splendid Xmas
gift, ranging in price from ESQ
to 400.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

POSITIONS WANTEO-FEMAtF
WANTED-WOrk on farm; have one
child. Call Mrs. Van Skiver. Frank
lin House.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

WHNTED-Large, well furnished room
in modern house, close in. by two
young men; best references, P. O..
box 1893.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR SALE-One of the best situated
corners Of business property in the
city, 125x100 feet. Inquire corner
Ninth and Sweet streets. J. B. Ais
bury. G
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR ENT-Large furnished room.
BOT Seventh street.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR RENT-Modern, furnished large
front. room; all conyeniences; 4oS
First street.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

Blacksmith's shop, two fires. and
fully equipped with machinery and
tools. Address c.. w. Crockett, Viii.
ton, N. D., Box No. PTS.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR sALE-Rhode Island Red cock
erel, single comb, Won first and sec.
ond at Bismarck exposition. Mrs.
]. f. Gerling, Phone $40 L.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR sALE-4O0 acres, or part, unim-
proved, section 1, township 1871,
range 10; located 2 miles from
Stewartsdale. Owner Nelson I.
Thorson, Omaha, Neb.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18

FOR sALE-I will sell my fine truck
farm twelve miles southeast of
town. Inquire at 81 or. Sweet and
Ninth St. J.4B. Alsbrry.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1912-12-18
For SALE, CHEAP.

FOR SALE-Household furniture. 70
9th St.. j. w. Huyke.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-05-31

WHAT HAPPENED
Kansas City.-Carl R. McClel-
land, 20, son of R. E. McClelland,
wealthy merchant, Springfield,
Ill, arrested. Forgery. Blames
gay life.
Richmond, Ind. = Alvin R.
Croker, 80, former Richmond
business man, disappeared IL
years ago. Found by son in Viii
mington, Del.
Peoria, Ill.-Mrs. George Sop
, er, Canton, Ill, walked 40 miles
to marry George Barnes, Breeds
Station, ILL.,, but neglected to di-
vorce George Soper. Arrested.
Terre Haute, Ind.-Mrs. Mat
tie Pritchard, arrested. VIM. L.
Smith, prominent citizen, found
dead in her apartments. Widow
and 8 children survive.
New York.-Lillian Graham,
one-of the famous shooting affair
girls, wants 100000 libel from
w. E. D. Stokes.
Washington.-Martin Hatcher,
American consult at Chihuah.
Londop.-Big employers broke
word. Didn't attend conference
with lockers arranged by Board
of Trade. Finish fight planned.
London.-G overn ment pro-
pose joint Cancellation board as
means of settling lockers strike.
New York.-Waiters at Great
Northern and Marie Antoinette
hotels walked out this afternoon.
1000 negro strikebreakers COM
ing from south.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-05-31

= - -
mustsreport it Immediately is or
der by International Congress Of
Aviators.
Washington Gen. Henry M.
Baker, II, executor of late Mary
Baker G.. Eddy's will and former
New Hampshire congressman, is
dead.
Newport, R. I.-Submarine
flotilla, Atlantic feet, holding
maneuvers here this week.
Lockport, Ill.-Bodies of Frank
Vegrot and Lipman Epstein
found in, drainage canal. Police
to investigate.
Bloomington, Ill - Mr.. and
Mrs. Charles Gregg killed. Train.
Mexico City.-Federal7 column
under command of Gen. Rabago
defeated rebels near Parral, to-
day.
Los Angeles.-Bert H. Frank
lin on stand in barrow trial, told
how he walked into trap with
George N. Lockwood.
Washington.-National Asso-
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21
Forrest Itens.

J.W. Beevers made a business
trip to Tucumcari, Friday.
John Murdock and family re-
turned Friday from Texas where
they have been for the past 8
or four months.
A. R. Hudson made a busi-
ness trip to Melrose, Friday re-
turning Saturday,
A. L. Gurley Of Clovis, was
out here in his auto buying
broom corn.
D. A. Beevers and two sons,
went to the Brakes" Friday
returning Saturday
Joe Presmill has rented the
Goble place near Fields, and
moved the first of the week.
VIM Henderson. and Mrs.
Kimmons went to Melrose, Tues
day returning Wednesday.
! j. w. Davis of Fields, wa:
driving thru here Monday.
w. H. Cain and family of Col
linsville, passed thru Sunday OF
his way home, after an absenc,
of several months.
Monte Harris is drilling.a wei
for A. S. Newcome.
J, D. Sledge has been working
on the road, at the Taylor can
yon, this week.
L. P, Marrs made a busines
trip to Pleano, Saturday
Sunshine.
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21
Notice Pertaining to School
Matters

Regular school elections with
be held in each and every school
district in this county on Mon
dag, April 1st, 1912, as hereto
fore, with the exception Of Clo-
Wis school district No. /.
Each district will vote on one
or more school directors and
part Of the districts will vote
on a change in special school
tax.
The New Mexico Constitution
provides that each district must.
hereafter, have at least five
months of school each year.
Districts that fail to vote the
limit of special tax and do not
have enough funds to run for
five months may be disorganized,
Qualifications for voters:
Resident Of state for one year
Resident of county for three
months,
Resident Of precinct for one
month
Male voters must hold a poll
tax receipt for 1912.
Women are allowed to vote in
I all school elections and must
have same qualifications as men,
with the exception of holding a
Poll Tax Receipt.
If any parents or guardians
have been persistently and will
fully violating the Compulsory
School law by keeping their
children out OF school, such cases
shou d be reported at once to the
District Attorney who has
charge of the Grand Jury in ses-
sion at this time.
L. c, Mersfelder, co Supt OF
Schools.
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21
Dissention Arises In Demo.
cratic Convention Over
the Nomination Of
Mayor

AT the democratic city dele
gate convention held last night
at the court house and composed
Of 10 delegates from each ward
resulted in a bolt when the
name Of E. r. Hart was put be-
fore the convention for q vote by
acclamation, W ID. McBee im-
mediately arose and proposed
that the meeting adjourn until
next day. His motion was
voted down and a standing vote
gave Mr.. Hart the nomination.
The names of A. j. Whiting,
B. D. Oldham, d. D. Swearing
and c. v Steed were placed
before the house but each Of
whom declined in succession.
Vote for city clerk
Ward 1. Baker 8, Burns e.
Bayless i.
Ward 2. Baker 4, Burns a.
Bayless 2
Ward 3. Baker 6, Burns A,
Bayless 0.
Ward 4. Baker 10, Burns O,
Bayless 0.
For city treasurer
). C. Nelson received Is votes,
A. w. Skarda %.
Democratic city ticket
Mayor. E. R. Hart, Clerk,
C. C. Baker, Treasurer A. w.
Skarda.
Councilman:
Ward 1. X. G. Childers, ward
2, w. B. Dodson, ward 3, j. r.
Hull, ward A, II Townsend.
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21

Judge j. T. Mcclure found too
much work at Portales for a
short term of his court there, 50
he applied to Chief Justice Rob
erts to appoint a special Judge
to preside over the Curry county
term, and accordingly Judge p.
"a. Abbott opened court here
Monday morning by appoint
ment Of the Chief Justice as
special Judge. Judge Mcclure
viii continue to use grist at the
Portales for another two weeks.
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21
Rev. Clark Resigns. .

Tothe membership and Friends
of the Methodist Church of
Clovis:-
This is to give public notice
of the fact that I have filed with
Rev. J. B. Cochran, Presiding
Elder Of tE'e church as soon as
my successor can be secured.
You are entitled to know my
reasons for this action, which
reasons I submit below: Several
years ago, acting upon the ad-
vice of eminent physicians, |
nd it necessary to ask for
veral months release from the
loved work of the ministry, to
prevent the loss of my voice, if
not the loss Of my health Some
weeks ago the same trouble re
turned, except that the throat
trouble is in a more aggrated
form than before. Acting upon
medical advise which 1 feel
cannot afford to disregard, / fine
it necessary to take the painful
step above mentioned.
To the faithful, consecratec
men and women whose assist
ance and cooperation has made
the work of our pastorate ir
this city a success, I extend my
sincere thanks, and assure them
of an abiding appreciation.
To any who may have mis-
understood my motives anC
criticised my conduct / have
nothing but the kindest feeling
L have sought to do my dutl
in the fear of God, but fearing
no man. I have sought to d
my duty in the fear of God, bu
fearing no man. I have mad
my mistakes, as will every morta
man, and yet feel that, unde
the blessings of God, a work ha
heen wrought which will no
come to naught.
/ shall continue to make Glow
my home, at least for the pres
ent, and If / can be of service t
either individuals or to the city
/ am, yours to command,
Columbus A Clark
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21
New Mexico Good Roads
Convention

Whereas, the last session of
the New Mexico Good Roads As
sociaticn adjourned to hold its
next meeting during the sue
ceeding session of the legisla-
ture; and
Whereas, The subject of good
roads is assuming increased i'm
portance in this state, and the
meeting Of said association and
a general convention of those in
terested in highways should be
held in time to present proper
recommendations to the legisla-
ture sufficiently early to secure
favorable action:
Now Therefore, l, William G,
Mcdonald, Governor Of the State
of New Mexico. do issue this
proclamation announcing JnaL q
state good road S conference will
be held in the city Of Santa Fe,
New Mexico, on the third day
of April, A. D, 1912.
All boards of county commits
sioners, mayors and councils OF
cities and towns, commercial or
ganizations and local improve
ment societies are invited to
send delegates to this convention
and | hereby appoint the follow
ing delegates at large to attend
the meeting:
The Clovis news. [volume] (Clovis, N.M.) 1907-1929, 1912-03-21
Speaker Clark Urges Pas
sage Of Three Year Home
stead Bill

Washington, March 20. The
house devoted today to a bin
liberalizing the homestead laws
by reducing from FIVE to three
years the period Of residence re-
quired on public land to prove
title.
The homesteaders may absent
themselves FIVE months each
year from their claims. The
Legislation making less drastic
the existing laws governing set
Element has been sought for
years.
The first time this session,
Speaker Clark took the floor and
urged the passage of the bill.
He said it embraced legislation
of the greatest Importance to
the whole country. He pointed
out that the existing law was
so rigid that it was driving Ne
sirable Americans to Canada
and that thousands had been
forced to seek more liberal con-
ditions in Alberta. The bill was
virtually completed when the
house adjourned.