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Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
True to Her Sex.

A Love-sick Grow was importuning
Fair Young Female Crow to be his
Mate
But she would not answer Yes" to
his entreaties.
When he Begged her TO tell him
Why she Objected to him she giggled
out:
"Oh, 'Caws!"
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

A Boston pastor is trying to induce
his trustees to establish counting par
lors" In the basement of his church.
and the fiippan$ say he is scheming
to increase his own fees.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Force Of Habit.

Col Shootem-That new volunteer
is a gallant fellow. He is always IN
the van.
Capt Chargem-No wonder. He
used to be a furniture mover.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Another comet ia said to have been
discovered seen in Germany. but IT
may be only one Of the sparks the
kaiser has let fly In the direction of
the crown prince.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

New York society has been shock
ed by the dancing Of a Filipino girl"
And she won't have to look elsewhere
for engagements SO long as she cap
keep 1t up.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Sir, I have come to ask Won fo,
your daughters hand
An right my boy! l think voprn
hnd it ip the dishwater."
The2e young man left, smiling
khoWlSs that If such was the case
he had won a prize.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
BAD CASE
OF GRIP
Caused Sore Throat and Ton.
siIitiS. Restored by
peTuna.

Mr.. w. II.
II o u s | e ",
G r e e n v lille,
1 e n n e $ see,
writes:
Five years
ago l took a
very sew e r e
C o Id which
r e s u ! t ed in
la grippe. Ii
never was so
b a d o # l
was in bed
8 e v e r a !
W e e k s and
W h e n l d i d
get up I had
t o n silitis
a n d sore
t1~aa4
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
When Your EYES Need Care

Try Murine Eye Remedy. No Smarting-Feels
Fine-Acts Quickly Try 1t for Red, Weak
Watery Eyes and Granulated Eyelids. Illus
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lie and sold by Druggists at Csc and b0c per Bottle
Murine Bye Salye w Aseptc Tubes, &c and &c.
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Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

1t is proposed to send men to Jail for
carrying firearms. II the proposition
is carried out the jails are likely to
be overcrowded.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Force Of Habit.

The angel paused just after she
Had entered at the pearly gate,
And asked with earthly earnestness:
please tell me. is my halo
straight??"
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

believe that many of our household
animals can understand our conversation,
and comprehend much of the daily talk be-
tween men. I have friend in the country
who is a great hunter of foxes and rabbits,
and when / visited him some time ago
found him in the act of cleaning his hunt
ing gun.
said to him, care you getting ready
to so hunting?"
NO" he replied, 81 am going to shoot
Bob here. The dog is getting too old and
stiff for hunting"
The dog until then had been lying on
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

A Kansas City Judge says that all
criminals are small. scrawny men. Evil
GENTLY he never met one of them in
an alley on a dark night. ready for
business
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The people who are kicking against mo-
nopolies are mostly those who think they
are not in them. Nearly everybody except
the tramp, probably 80 per cent of the en-
tire population, men, women and children,
are to some degree, directly or indirectly,
interested in big business, corporations or
trusts
Anyone having as much as a single dol
lar deposited in open account in a national
bank is indirectly interested in the success,
stability and profits of big business of some
kind.
RankprS cannot afford IN nav rent and
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Our attention is again turned to the
poor little sparrows, whom everybody con-
DENNIS In recent issue of western news
paper was given remedy how to extermi-
nate the little pariahs. This to me is
most cruel suggestion.
Poor little outcasts They did not cross
the ocean and come here of their own free
will Man brought them to serve his pur-
pose Now he orders that they be extermi-
mated
They were made by God, who makes
everything for some purpose, and what
right have we to destroy them? This world
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

whole body bloated. l
had chills and hot
flashes and my an
kles swelled so J
could scarcely wear
my shoes. Kidney
secretions bothered
me and my nerves
were unstrung. | be.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
An Eye-opener.

MIS-. Crlmsonbeak-This paper saws
that blind men outnumber hlisa
women two to one. A.
MT, crimsonbeak-That's be 81
tney are married, | suppose. =
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The mayor of an Ohio city has re-
fused an increase of pay on the ground
that the present salary is enough.
This is truly, as 1t has been called. the
hour of wonders.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

There is food for moments retiec-
ton in the case of that ice cream
dealer whose wife charges him with
not taking bath oftener than once
year.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The Kansas nimrod who shot at
rabbit and hit six girls has achieved
record of which many deer hunter
would be proud.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The woman who entered suit against
railroad for Toss OF her complex
ion," was simply suing for her
trunk.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

A Turk in court case in New York
Insisted on swearing by the beard of
the Prophet Mohammed. The accuracy
of such testimony naturally hung by
. hair.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

When the poet summed up his rea-
sons why the female of the species is
more deadly than the male. he forgot
to mention her hatpin
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

their respect toward with gentlemanly attitude,
and in appreciation of said consideration by them and
conjunction with my husbands unusual sensibleness
and absence of evil thoughts glad to repeat the
sentiments expressed by my co-wrier. However,
contend that advanced age is not an essential to be
obtained before woman of firm character may enjoy
the companionship of men with impunity.
Woman's weapon of defense in the presence of
in all walks of life, is based upon her own mode
of conducting herself and not upon the actions of
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The discovery OF $477 in new York
street beggars pocket shows that
there are still people who do not use
the postal savings banks.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

woman college professor is said to
be able to speak fifty-four languages,
but most women are able to make one
language go long distance.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The factShst 1s1 persons were kill
ed during a Ss<setin ows that Eng
land is not tho y. - nation that takes
Its pleasures sadly.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Making
Friends
With
Animals
By II. ]. HILL

floor seemingly unconcerne hardly had his announced
Bob the animal jumped whining and
crawling behind the skirts of the hunters wife
had all she could do comfort the badly frightened
animal
believe that underestimate the intelligence of animals and the
value of their affection.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

A physician informs US that wom-
ans age can be told by her pulse.
Hereafter 1t will be considered dead
ly insult to feel a woman's pulse.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
An Everyday lesson.

Wills OF rich men oft remind us
We can make our own some day:
And the lawyers will most likely
Break it in the same old way.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
lmporta nj To Mo.nara
Slow.

"Myra, how long has Joe Nevius
been going with your
About Is years.
That seems an awful long time"
Yes; / sometimes wonder If Joe's
ever going to ask me to maHy him."
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

An anonymous dollar was lately re-
ceived by the conscience fund at
Washington. The supposition is that
1t came from conscience-stricken
trust
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Forty per cent. of the people living
IL New York are foreigners. Chicago
continues to be the greatest American
city.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

think OF the nerve of swindler
who tries to work gold brick game
On a crowd of stock brokers.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

New York,s first snowstorm cost the
city $685., 900 And IL was oniS 1--WE
inches deep.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Brown Bronchial Troches
For Hoarseness and Throat Troubles. No opiates.
Sample free. JoHNI. BRowE Son, Boston, Mass.
IHallig S|:!E: 1 Rs55E YES
Pax Mundl.
Adam bit into the apple.
THE first peace dinner" he cried.

Constipation causes and seriously aggra-
Yates many diseases. 1t is thoroughly
cured by DR.. Pierce's Pellets. Tiny sugar
coated granules.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

AS we understand the hotel walters.
they are willing that the tipping hab-
1t shall be abolished. provided
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Duelling In France Is becoming
dangerous pastime. Duellist the 9TH
Ell day tripped and sprained his ankle.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Chorus Girl Repartee.

Trixie-O, you're not such a muchl
Zaza-No? l don't see any Pitts
burg millionaire's picture on your
bureau, either!-Christma Puck.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Another victory for Turkey A Col
orado farmer tried to use an ak on q
gobbler and almost cut his hand of
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

to d into subjects tending to the uplifting of humanity This state
ment appeals to
Il have married. but have reached the where cu
vate like without unknd things being said Zone of the
penons of age and find nothing interesting life than
panonable men,"
1t sounds with golden ring of freedom from the ammed path
womanknd general forude public
expression her convictions without fear of adverse criticism has reached
the of fs perspective her stable mind perceve it, and not
with the DETECTED vision of warped mentality
Women filled with fear
others comments she vent to her nnermost opinions especially
reference socaby the association of the Even though hus
band be of the sensible type and free the demon jealousy the wife
dare aside from the beaten path of Puritan ideas and manifest
inclination welcome the companonshp of intelligent aside from
her husband they be his friends Also she the target
merabe filings of censure, especially by her
With only few exceptions have always found that maintain
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Even If a woman can't afford a nev
hat she can criticise her neighbours.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Escaped.

Gillet-So you've Just come from
Henpeckeds funeral. How did the old
boy look? Natural?
erry-No-relieved.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Keep an eye on the weather OF 'ne
doctor will have to keep an ese VI
YOU
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Sorry
for the
Little
English


for all his creatures let be ministers and friends,
not prosecutors and enemies toward Gods helpless
kind sacreness attaches the sparrow for did
this tiny bird to illustrate the watchu of Our Father
Knowing that how human being think of destroying
t hered friends? Their bthe contentedness
is inspiring to say the least.
They teach splendid lesson happiness and courage Have
"a lino A
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
The Letters That H wro,.

Bill-He's considerable Of letter
Sa an'er. He wrote me three yester
Jill-Three, did you say2
Blll-Yes, |. @. Il =
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

Another American millionaire has
bought Scotch castle Hoot. mon'
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Peace and Good WIN

Aunt Prue-Wretched boy! What
gave you been doing? And at the
church, too!
1holr Boy-Teaching Billy Thwaites
Ger who had just proposed i've
ne not going to sing Peace and
Hood VIII instead of me for nothingf
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Broad
Minded
Old Age is Not
Essential to
Company of Men
By CLAIRE WRIGHT

youthful ideal Of husband has with counterpart
in my choice of husband therefore shall draw the curtain
against the narration of its shattered fragments He shines
within his sphere, not mine.
In later life capable only of boxing backward
experiences tried path in order mold ideal upon pedcs
tai founded shifting sand for age forbds my desire for
another mate if l free to select such
Although my husband has proven unworthy of my ideal
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

The happiest people in the world
are those who most easily fiattered.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

ONLY ONE "BROMO OUININE"
That is LAXATIVE BRoM0 QBINIEE Look for
the signature Of 10. w. GROVE, Used the World
over 70 Cure a Cold In One Day. 25c.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
A Biz Difference

She-But people used to say he
was Inbred apd vulgar
He-But he's inherited a million
and they only call him eccentric now.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09
Suit the Place.

Try Tonso-la for sore throat caA.
ker, etc. All druggists.
Montpelier examiner. [volume] (Montpelier, Idaho) 1895-1937, 1912-02-09

An American Turk who went back
to his native land to establish an ice
plant had to undergo crusade of OPP
position on the ground that for men
TO make ice was to usurp the func'
tons Of God. Some civilized crusades
againstW oerAss have about as much
,toundatia y sense as this q
The broad ax. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1895-19??, 1912-07-20
DANES AND DAUGHTERS.

Mis- Mabelie KelsO Of Seattle rocant-
b passed a successful examination m
wireless telegraphy and has been a.
Gigned a. operator on one Of the largest
Pacific eOastwise passenger steam
ships.
Gertrude Chandler Of the class q
1873. now Mrs. MyehoH, was the arse
Wellesley missionary in the ieId- She
went to Bombay Immediately after
taking her degree In the nrst class
graduated from Wellesley.
DR.. Sarah N. Merrick Of Cambridge,
Mass, who has done considerable re-
search work at Harvard. urges the e.
Enlistment OF a marriage aid bureau
at Washington. conducted by the Unit
ed States government, with counselors
IN each city to help men and women
make scientific marriages.
Patti has been taking lessons Of Jean
de Reszke lately. This Is not q Joke,
but an actual fact Noticing some time
ago that her throat no longer respond
ed to her efforts. she complained about
It to the great tenor. he suggested q
special set OF exercises, and. 10 and be-
hold. her voice came back.
The broad ax. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1895-19??, 1912-07-20
SELECTS
NO CANDIDATE
Independent Political Body Falls
to Make Choice.
ACTION CREATES SURPRISE

Fifth Annual Meeting Of Militant Po-
IitieaI Organization Which Stands
For Full Constitutional Rights Re-
news Fight Against Jimerowisn,, Dis
REIMBURSEMENT and Segregation.
PhiladeiphIa.-The ifth annual meet
ing OF the National Independent Polit.
teal league was held in this city the
first week in July. President John R
Clifford presided and was again chosen
president Of the organization The
sessions OF the league were held In the
Zion Baptist church, Of which the Rev.
DIT. Edward w. Moore is pastor.
Judging from the earnestness Of the
speakers and the field workers who
have studied the political situation
very closely as It relates to the two
great national parties, the influence Of
the league is going to be felt In no IN
certain way in the coming national Do
litical campaign.
The situation in so far as the action
OF the league at this meeting Is con.
cerned invites much speculation be
cause Of the fact that, contrary to ex-
pectations, the organization failed to
go on record as favoring either OF the
presidential candidates chosen by the
Republican and Democratic parties.
The election OF officers resulted az
follows: President, John R Clifford,
Martinsburg, w. Va; vice presidents,
Rev. ]. 81. Wiley Of Rhode Island, W.
ID. johnson Of Massachusetts,, Rev. W.
n. Jeonagan OF Oklahoma, J. N. Sum-
mers and ]. @. Burrell; corresponding
secretary. Abel P. Caldwell; treasurer,
J. Jones; recording secretary, J. L
The broad ax. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1895-19??, 1912-07-20
The Royal Box.

For the entertainment Of the king OF
Siam and his family a motion picture
theater has been installed In the royal
palace Mt BankOk.
Prince HUmbert OF Italy. who Is only
seven years OF age. Is an extraordi-
narily studiOus child He doesn't care
much for play and can scarcely be torn
away from his books.
Queen Olga OF Greece. closely related
to the car Of Russia. Is the only wom-
an admiral In the world. For years
she has assisted Russian sailors who
have become stranded in Athens. Par
italy in acknowledgment Of this gen.
erosity and partly because Of the fact
that her father. Duke Constantine
Nicholaievitch. was an admiral in the
Russian navy the car conferred this
exceptional honor upon the queen
The broad ax. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1895-19??, 1912-07-20

trade and other commercial organixa-
lions In matters affecting the welfare
Of the people OF the city.
During its short existence It has been
instrumental in doing certain things
that more than justify its title. II Is
really the vanguard Of organizations In
the south among our people that point
the way to an amicable adjustment Of
differences and that get things for the
race from the powers that be-
The board Of trade here occupies the
commanding position in the eyes Of the
people, and for the most part its man
dates have the force OF law with the
people. Its leaders and officials are
called into counsel on all matters that
affect the colored people, and it keeps
regularly employed a young man who
acts as executive secretary and looks
after its interests. which are the in
terests OF the colored people.
What the Board Has Accomplished.
The Negro board OF trade is regard
ed in all respects as an auxiliary Of the
Nashville board of trade and has by
cooperation with the white organiZa-
ton been able to secure a city park
for colored people which cost $4,000
unimproyed- IL has assisted In the
''city beautiful movement to the ex-
tent Of cleaning up waste places in
communities and planting flowers and
trees. 1t has aided in the sanitary i'm
provement OF localities and now has
In charge the matter Of raising funds
for library site.
This latter proposition Is purely vol
untary on the part Of the board Of
trade. The city has expressed itself as
willing to provide a library site and
appropriate $500 annually for its
maintenance This was in accordance
with the conditions made by Andrew
Carnegie. who has signif1ed his willing
ness to give $4,000 for a library for
the colored people OF this city.
The Nashville board Of trade has
taken upon itself the task OF raising
5000 from among our people In this
city with which a suitable site viii be
purchased In all these activities the
Negro board Of trade has the active
leadership Of DR.. r. F. Boyd. presi-
dent, who Is also president OF the PEG
pies Bank and Trust company.
Mr.. d. Wellington Berry serves as
secretary and looks after all the de-
tails OF the organization. Various mat
tiers are attended to by division commit
tees, the executive committee being
headed BY A. ~ Johnson. Other Of
hcials are A s. Rucker. vice presi-
dent. and I. L Moore. treasurer.
The broad ax. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1895-19??, 1912-07-20
PREPARES FOR NATIONAL
NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE.
LoesI orssniznsioa "a chIoaoo Tsisss
Time BY ForSlosI.

Interest Is now being directed to
ward the coming meeting Of the Ma
tional Negro Business league to be
held In Chicago for three days begin
ming on Wednesday, Aug. q. Il win
be the thirteenth annual meeting Of
the league, and the sessions win be
held In the Seventh regiment armory.
The local business league In Chicago
Il actively engaged In working out ev-
cry detail Of arrangements for the en-
tertainment OF the delegates and Wis
ttors who will come in large numbers
from every section OF the country.
Mr.. W. ID. Neighbors Is secretary Of
the local league and Is prepared to
register the names OF delegates and
visitors IN advance OF the meeting.
IL Is the aim OF the local league as
well as It is the desire Of the execu-
tive committee OF the national organ
ization 70 make the coming meeting
surpass that OF last year In Little
Rock, Ark
Besides the meeting Of the business
league there will be held the fourth
annual meeting OF the National Negro
Press association, the National Bank
ers' association, the National Funeral
Directors association and the Nation
al Negro Bar association.
The usual reduced rates on all rail-
roads will be allowed to those at
tending the convention. Special Pull
man cars may be had upon applica-
don where a sufficient number Of per
sons desire to travel together. Many
speakers Of note will address the va
rious organizations during the three
days meeting.
The broad ax. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1895-19??, 1912-07-20
THE BROAD AK CAN BE FOUND
ON SALE AT TIDE FOLLOWING
NEWS STANDS:

From on an after this date The
Broad Az, can be found on sale at the
following news stands:
A. T. Tervalon, cigar store and news
stand, 1904 Safe street.
George L Martin, maker Of fine cigars
and news stand, Is ". s1st st., near
State.
B. II. Harvey's barber shop and
news stand, 1924 State street.
Mrs. Nellie Phelps, cigars, notions
and news stand, Is W. seth st, near
Dearborn.
W. 8. Cole, cigars, tobacco and news
stand, "a ". 31st St., near Dearborn
7. B. Hall, laundry Office and news
stand, IL W. 18th st., near State.
B. Davis, cigars, tobacco and news
stand, 1892 State st.
". N. Maxwell, notions, cigars, to-
baeeo, CONNECTIONS and news stand, 5244
State st.
Edward Felix, notions, cigars and
news stand, SO W. sOth st.
F. Bishop, cigars, tobacco and news
stand, 8 W. 9th St., near State.
Turner Williams barber stop and
news stand, $3.50 State st.
Sylvester MeGlofin, news stand and
laundry Office, 1922 State st.
William Gaughan, laundry ONCE,
cigars, tobacco and news stand, 1855
State st.
N. 7. Chiffon, ladies' and gents
shoe shining parlOrs and news stand
5106 State Street.
Harry Shelby, news stand ssos 1-2
State Street.
Mrs. L B. Taylor, notions, cigars
and news stand, Is W. seth Street,
near State.
Benjamin 2. Eakin news and adver-
Using agency, 42s Indiana Avenue, in
dianapolis, Ind.