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Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
GOOD ROADS EX-
HIBIT AT LOGAN

Final and definite arrangements
for the installation of the govern
ment's good roads exhibit at the
third annual convention of the Iu-
ter-Mountain Good Roads assoeia-
tion at Logan on June 1915 have
been completed. Thanks to the
liberality and enterprise of the pas
senger department of the Oregon
Short Line, the complete exhibit
will be expressed from Washington
to Logan at a cost to the railroad
company of over $1,000.
d. L. Burley, general passenger
agent of the Short Line, in a letter
to VIM. Wallin of Pocatello, sec-
retsry of the Inter Mountain asso-
citation, urges that every county
commissioner in the six states COW
cred by the association, make it q
point to be present at the conven-
tion.
In his letter Mr.. Burley says:
"Referring to our conference and
previous correspondence, regarding
the installation of government er-
hiblt good roads construction at
your next annual convention at Lo-
gan, Utah, June 1915.
"In order to assure this exhibits
arriving in time, we have had ship
ment made by express, with Obli-
CATION to return same with other
incidental expenses. We trust that
the benefits to be derived are going
to justify this expenditure, which
will be in the neighborhood Of
1900.
ssIn order that the Inter. mountain
country may get the greatest bene.
fits from this exhibit, l would sug.
gest that you get quick action and
earnestly urge all county commits
sioners, state and county road gu
pervisors to be IN attendance st thil
convention, regardless of the fac
whether they have been officially
appointed delegates or not.
EVERY state and county oficia
who has to do with public moneys
should be the ones most deeply in
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

fashioned republican principles and
takes the stand that the party has
always been progressive, so that the
claims of the "progressives" are
therefore out of harmony.
While secretary Of the republican
state central committee, an office he
held for number of years with
honor to himself, no man was more
popular in Idaho politics than Ad-
Olson T. Smith, private secretary to
Senator Hepburn. Mr.. Smith is
actively in the race for congress
man, hoping to become the party's
nominee. Mr.. Smith has many ar
dent friends who believe that he
will be the successful nominee and
who are working hard to deliver
that honor to him.
Declaring himself to be a strong
progressive republican, Robert M.
McCracken of this city made for
NAL announcement of his candidacy
for congressman some time ago.
Mr. McCracken has represented
Bingham and Ada counties in the
state Legislature here during two
sessions. He is the author of the
local option law now on the statute
books in this state. He is open in
his support of French for first
place.
Senator B. p. Shawhan of Pay
ette, at present Carey act commis-
sioner of idaho, lntimated to his
constituency in Canyon county that
he would like to become candidate
for congressman, but since then has
not made a formal announcement.
This is expected by his friends and
party leaders within a short time.
Senator Shawhan is a progressive
and quiet, effective worker. He
is said to have strong support in
his home county to enter The race.
Batlett Sinclair of north Idaho is
looked upon as possible sixth
candidate. He made it known to
his friends there that he expected to
enter the race at the primaries, and
If he does there will be three candl-
dates from the north, or French,
Beale and Sinclair and three from
the south or Smith, McCracken and
Shawhan.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
DELEGATES ARE
NEARLY ALL CHOSEN

Washington, May $3.50 far as
direct appeal to the voters is con-
cerned, Roosevelt's complete vic-
tory in New Jersey has brought to
close the bitter fight IN which he,
Taft and LaFollette have been en-
gagged for the last three months.
LaFollette will speak in South Da-
kota before the primary on June 4,
but otherwise in the campaign IN
in that state and the state conven-
tions in Arizona and Ohio none Of
the candidates will engage in per-
sonal activity.
Senator Dixon, campaign manag-
er for Roosevelt, arrived from New
York today and made the predic-
ton that Roosevelt would have
more than 900 delegates on the
first ballot at the Chicago conven.
ton, exclusive of the contested
delegates. Included in this number
he said, would be more than sc
from New York. Congressman,
Mckinley, Taft's manager, asserted
the presidents actual strength a
present was 574 delegates exclusiv'
of the delegates at large in Ohio o.
Texas. He was most emphatic il
his prediction of the nomination fo
Taft on the first ballot.
The Washington headquarters o
all the republican candidates viii
close this week and their assistant
will establish themselves in Chicag,
Monday for the opening OF the bat
tie before the national convention
The Taft attorneys, Former Senate
Dick of Ohio and Fred c. Bryan o
Washington have completed th
defense In oil the cases where th
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
HOME MERCHANTS VS..
MAIL ORDER HOUSES
Several Montpelier Citizens 'tStung" by Purchas-
ing Groceries from Solicitor for an East
ern Concern.

dent to one of his neighbors, who
had given the same solicitor an
order for groceries to the amount of
about $l5. This neighbor also did
little figuring with his home gro
Ger, and to his surprise he learned
that he could have saved a little
money had he bought the same
quantity of goods at home.
In these two instances alone some
thing like $25 were taken out of
circulation in Montpelier and sent
east to enrich big concern that
pays no taxes in Bear Lake county
nor has no interest in our schools,
churches or other institutions.
How many more "suckers" this
solicitor caught we have no idea,
but it is safe to say that he cleaned
up several hundred dollars. If
others who bought from him think
they saved money, we suggest that
they do as the two referred to in
this article did, submit identical
bills to their grocers. If they will
do that we are satisfied that every
one of them will be cured of the
habit of buying groceries from this
or any other eastern house.
We could all save money in buy
ing groceries from our home dealers,
If we would order from $I5 to $25
worth of goods at time and pay
cash, instead of purchasing from OIL
to $5 worth ON credit and paying
for the goods in 80, go or 90 days
afterwards.
If you are from Missouri and
doubt this statement, submit q els
or $40 list of goods to any grocer
in Bear Lake county and tell him
you want bis best cash figures on
the order, and if he doesn't .sshow
you" that he can meet the prices Of
any mail order house then we will
quit preaching in favor of patroniz-
ing home merchants.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

Another illustration of how peo
pie get stung when they order good
from ''eastern wholesale houses,
was brought to our notice this weel
by Montpelier citizen, who relat
ed the experience his wife had il
buying bill of groceries from al
eastern house.
About month ago a solicitor
called at the home of this gentle.
man and gave the lady of the house
nice talk about how much she
could save on groceries, by pur.
chasing in quantity from the house
he represented Without stopping
to compare the prices quoted her by
the solicitor, with local prices, she
gave HIM an order for various artl-
cles, amounting to $3.50.
Well, last week the goods arrived
and the freight charges were some-
thing like So. 90. After the box was
unpacked and checked up with the
bill, everything was found to be
correct, but "the head of the fam
ily," in order to ascertain just how
much his good wife had saved on
the purchase, submitted the list of
articles to one of our local grocers.
After figuring on the bill the gentle
man was surprised to learn that the
home grocer could have filled it for
the same amount, and mind you,
his figures we're on his best grade of
goods. On one or two articles, by
substituting grade similar in quail
ity to that furnished by the eastern
house, the losal groeer's figures
we're 70 cents under his eastern CON-
petitor. Thus this little order of
groceries actually cost the gentle
man 7C cents, plus the freight,
more than it would had his good
wife given the order to their home
dealer.
The gentleman related the Incl
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
TO ERECT MEMORIAL.
FOR TITANIC. VICTIMS

A movement has been started in
Washington, ID. O., by number of
prominent women to raise funds
with which to erect memorial arch
in that city to memory of the "Titan-
ic" victims. An organization has
been formed for that purpose and the
various women's clubs throughout
the nation have. been asked to assist
in raising the necessary funds.
Inresponse to this request the Gem
of the Mountain club of this city has
appointed a committee to solicit do
nations In Bear Lake county. The
committee Is composed nf Mesdames
Nose Lewis, ]. j. Taylor and O. H.
Gron. Contributions In any amounts
from 25 cents up will be accepted by
either one of these ladies.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
SIX IN THE RACE FOR
NOMINATION FOR CONGRESS
French, Bea1e and Sinclair from the North: Nc.
Cracker, Smith and Shawhan from the
South -Hamer not in It.

Z With the primary election in this
state but two months off and every
indication that the race for the
various Offices at the gift of the
people will be spirited, unusual
public interest is centered upon the
contest for the second congressional
seat apportioned to Idaho thru the
showing made in the last census,
says the Capital News. If other
aspirants for Office fail to put in an
appearance the race for this states
two seats IN the lower house will be
between Burton L. French, Senator
B. P. Shawhan, Robert M. Nc
Cracken, G. W. Beale and Addison
L. Smith. Bartlett Sinclair OF
Rathdrum will also probably enter
the race.
1t has been persistently rumored
in political circles here that Colonel
Thos. r.. Hamer of St. Anthony,
who was defeated by Congressman
Burton L. French two years ago
for the congressional nomination,
would shy his hat in the ring, but
Colonel Hamer has definitely set
tied these reports by the statement
he will not enter the race. 1t is
hardly expected that at this late
hour other candidates will announce
themselves, altho there is still a
possibility that some unlocked for
aspirant may decide to do so.
turton L. French is at present
representing this state in the lower
house. He was retired for one
term, four years ago thru the nomi-
nation of Colonel Hamer at the last
state convention held in Idaho.
Two years later Idaho was under
the primary law and Mr.. French
vent before the. electors against
Hamer for vindication. He was
nominated by an overwhelming
majority and elected. French is a
candidate to succeed himself. His
friends here declare that his cleo
tion is almost certainty.
q. w. Beale q prominent attor-
ney of north Idaho, who was hon
ored as being the selected speaker
TO address the recent republican
convention at Lewiston, is picked
IS the main opponent to Mr.. French.
Beale is a strong advocate of old
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
MANY PRETTY
SOCIAL EVENTS

The fact that Miss Lizzie Winters
is to be one of the early June brides,
was demonstrated by a gathering OF
about two hundred of the prominent
ladies of Montpelier in the First Ward
chapel Tuesday evening, May 2sth.
Everybody was anxious to show their
good will and appreciation for all she
has done for the public in the past.
She has never been called Miss Win
ters, but ''Lizzie"-modest, sensible
Lizzie. That she is popular was
not only shown by the large attend
ance, but also by the many beautiful
presents she received, and In every
instance the giver seemed to have
considered the qualities Of the receiv-
er, for everything was of the very
best.
She faced the audience in a fearless,
gentle manner. as bravely as sh 9
faces the sea into which she is SO will
ing to plunge.
The evening was one Of social
unity. The decorations made every
one feel at home as soon as they en-
tered the room, and this spirit pre-
vailed throughout the evening, each
one showing marked interest by
doing all she could to add to the
pleasure of the occasion.
The program was responded to will
ingly and was full Of wit and humor.
1t would be difficult to express in
words the admiration manifested as
each parcel was opened. Among the
most expensive and handsome pre-
sents, were q large leather rocker,
which was presented by a majority
of the business men, as token Of
their appreciation for the untiring
and courteous manner in which Liz
zie has served the public as assistant
postmistress; fine rocker from the
First Ward Mutual; a set of silver
knives, forks and spoons from the
officers of the stake board, and an
elegant clock from the First Ward
Relief society. The other gifts con-
sisted of numerous pieces of cut
glass, china, silverware and fine
linen.
After refreshments were served,
hearty good nights were said, and all
went to their homes with these senti-
ments for Lizzie: "Wishing you Joy
| in oil ynur daads and daya. wishino
you time for the task, wisdom for the
work, peace for the pathway, friends
for the fireside, and love 20 the
last"
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
WILL THEY SUPPORT
CLARK AND DUBOIS

Sheriff Rich left Wednesday for
Occur d'Alene to attend the demo-
cratic state convention. He stopped
at Boise yesterday and from there
he will journey with the delegation
of the "unterrified" from Ada
county. We understand that Amasa
Rich will leave for the scene of wal
tonight, and these men will consti'
tute Bear Lakes delegation at the
state convention.
We do not know how Amasa
stands on the presidential question,
but Joel expressed himself before
leaving as being for Champ Clark,
first, last and all the time.
When we recall that Fred /.
Dubois is backing Clark in thii
state, it puts MIR. Rich and tn,
other old antl-DuDoie men IN thll
state in rather peculiar position
If the Clark faction controls thu
state convention, will the old tim,
enemies of Dubois in the South
eastern portion of the state, stant
by him and put him in control o
the democratic party of ldah,
again9 Or will they, after sending
Clark delegation to the nationa
convention, set down on Dubois, b
naming an anti-Dnbois man "a
national committeeman from thi
state. The action of Fred's oil
enemies at Occur d'AleDe will b
watched with interest.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

Mrs. r. A. Sullivan was the de-
Ilightful hostess at a beautifully ar
ranged miscellaneous shower" last
Friday evening, in honor of Miss
Ethel Mcintosh, who is to be one OF
Montpelier's une brides. The rooms
were bright with the bloom OF spring,
and the table was daintily decorated
in red and white carnations. This
color scheme was also carried out In
the refreshments. Miss Ethel was
the recipient of many beautiful pre-
sents, consisting of cut glass, china,
linen and useful and fancy articles
for the home. Those who enjoyed
the hospitality were Mesdames Nc
Intosh, Stout and Downing and Miss
as Mary, Constance and Ethel Nc
lntosh, Mildred Whitman, Emma
Spongberg, Irene Downing, Lucille
Hall, Halle Dewey and Lillian
Davis.
Complimentary to Miss Ethel, on
the following evening Miss Irent
Downing entertained at "handker
chief and hose shower" A rainbow
from which hung beautiful whit,
bell. intermingled with daisies ant
maiden-hair ferns, formed the beanti
ful and artistic center piece for th'
table around which were seated tn
Misses Ethel. Constance and Mar.
Mcintosh, Emma Spongberg, Lillial
Davis and Mesdames Sullivan, Nc
Intosh, Downing, Taylor, Stout, Nofi
singer aud Watson. Dainty refresh
msnta were served darlng the even
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31
TWO OUT OF THE
RACE FOR GOVERNOR

State Auditor Taylor and Byron
IlDefenbacb, who have been considered
rs prospective candidates for the
nomination for governor, have both
|announced that they will not enter
the race. This leaves but four avow-
ed candidates in the field at present,
j. 7. Morrison and John M. Haines,
both of Boise, Paul Clagstone of Bon
ner county and Ben #. Tweedy OF
Lewiston
In announcing his determination
not to be a candidate, Mr.. Defenbach
says:
I'm withdrawing my name from
consideration for the republican
nomination for the governorship or
any other state office this year, de-
sire to carry with me a continuance
of friendly feeling that has been
manifested by the party press of the
state. The meution of my name was
permitted by me in good faith, and
S'iS ihohtNOb III Wibl-
drawing from the contest are equally
sincere. Neither step was taken for
the purpose of influencing, either for
good or bad, the candidacy of any
other gentleman, nor is my with
drawal the result of any combination
whatever. | simply feel that with
three aspirants from my county the
chances for any one of them is slight,
and feel that my action will tend to
increase the harmony SO much de-
sired and SO essential to party sue
cess"
Mr.. Defenbach announced his
withdrawal from the race before it
was known that Mr.. Taylor would
not be a candidate. This accounts
for his reference to three candidates
from one county as Taylor, Clagstone
and Defenbach are all residents of
Bonner County.
Mr.. Taylor's decision to withdraw
from the race was made public in a
signed statement of which the follow
ing Is a portion:
"Ideem it due my friends to inform
them shall not announce myself q
candidate, in order that they may be
free from any political loyalty that
they may feel towards me, and that
they make such other choice as they
may desire.
1T also seems proper at this time
that l should repudiate report cur
rent in the press few days ago that
I was in combination with certain
politicians who were alleged to have
been endeavoring to frame up state
ticket. l believe that the people OF
this state are entirley competent to
select their candidates without hav-
ing them hand-picked for them In ad-
vance In the manner alleged. be-
lieve that they are not only compe-
tent to nominate the ticket, but that
they will do so, regardless of any
and all frameups.
I'm laying aside any personal am.
bition that / may have had for this
high Office, drop none of the zeal ]
feel in the success of the Republican
party which has honored me twice by
nominating me for an important Of.
flee, to which the people have elec.
ted me by splendid majorities. 1t is
a source of splendid qualification te
me to know that | have served the
people of this state, that they have
seriously considered my name In
connection with the highest Office In
their gift.
! 81 am most grateful for the com.
Iplimentary statements favorable tt
myself that have appeared in the
lpress as we'll as grateful to my per
sonal and political friends thruou
the state for their activities In my
behalf
At a local option election Wednes
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

terested In this subject, and trust
that you gentlemen will use every
effort TO have this class of officials
in attendance at this particular con-
ventlon, for the reason that future
exhibits and expenditures of this
character will greatly depend upon
the success of this particular con-
vsntion.n
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ing, and Miss Ethel received scores
f:pretty handkerhciefs and more
than dozen pair of silk hose.

n The home Of H. r. Whitman was the
scene of delightful gathering last
Monday evening, the occasion being a
shower for Miss Mildred, who is to be
another one Of Montpelier's charming
June brides. About thirty guests were
present, aud Miss Mildred was the re
cipent of great number OF handsoms.
and nssfnl preseuts. Refreshments
were setved.
Last night at the Hunter House the
young ladies' Kennsington entertained
Miss Mildred Whitman and Mr.. Shopper.
1t was most delightful social affair
and the best wishes of all present were
extended to Mr.. Shopper and his bride
to be
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

Prof. Joseph Tueller was the guest
at delightful affair last Tuesday
evening at the home of Miss Vilat.
Perkins 1t was given by the Rosebud
chorus girls, in honor of the professor,
who leaves next week on q mission to
Germany. The evening was devoted to
singing, gdmes and jolly social time
generally. Refreshments were served.
Last night farewell party was giy.
on to Mr.. Tueller at the first ward hall.
It was largely attended and all Joined
in wishing Mr.. Tueller not only success
in his missionary work but also the
fullest measure of happiness in his voy-
age on the matrimonial sea npon which
he Is to embark next week with one of
Montpelier's most charming and highly
esteemed young ladies.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

At local option election Wednes-
day Bonner county, which has been
in the dry column, switched to the
wet by majority of over 600
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

Roosevelt forces are contesting del.
egates. 1t Is understood all the
briefs and evidence will be filed
with Secretary Hayward before to-
night.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-05-31

Tonight the ladies of the Eastern
Star will entertain for Miss Ethel Nc
Iutosh at the home OF Mrs. Frank
Hutchins.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1912-05-18
South Trego

[Received too late last week
John Olson called on James Benisch
on Tuesday.
George Bender made trip to Dave
Defines on Wednesday.
Another good rain fell Tuesday
and Wednesday nights.
-Four inches of rain fell in this vi
cinity Wednesday night
Harry Smith made flying trip to
the county seat Saturday.
W. r. Mckinley and family spent
Sunday at Pete Schneider's.
Miss Mollie Michaelis spent Mon
day with Mrs. James .Benisch.
Wedding bells are going to ring
next Wednesday in South Trego.
Albert Lawson and his neignbor
Anton Vitek called on James Benisch
Sunday.
The oats, wheat and pastures are
making rapid growth as it is good
growing weather.
We understand Albert and John
Lawson have purchased an auto-so
watch out girls.
Mrs. T. Machaelis and children
spent Sunday with her parents Mr..
and Mrs J. Defines.
| Mr. and Mrs. Harm Schneider and
son Will spent Sunday with Fred
Schemm and family.
We are all glad that our teacher
Miss May Curry is coming back TO
teach our school again next fall.
Mr.. and Mrs Sietz of Russell were
visiting their daughters Mrs. a. r.
Mckinley and Mrs. Pete Schneider
the first of the week.
Mrs. r. Horak and child, Mrs. J.
Switlek and Mrs. J. Horak all of Wa
Keeney spent Wednesday with Mr..
and Mrs. James Benish.