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The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-05-27

washington May ZI.-A thousand
delegates delegate for every
100000 peOple-gO to make up a ma
tiOnal political convention. These
delegates meet, deliberate, and by
ballot choose some man to stand as
the party's candidate for president
and for vice president.
Such is the theory.
In practice, about $50 delegates
are present to furnish a setting,
while the other ten do the deIiberat-
ing and choosing.
Sometimes the whole thousand
are mere scenery, the choice having
been made by public sentiment be-
fore the convention meets. An ex-
ample of this was the convention at
Philadelphia which nominated Nc
Kinley for his second term and chose
Roosevelt as vice presidential candi-
date. The only uncertainty is that
convention was the choice of the vice
president, and quite a good deal of
dramatic interest was developed over
the fight of Tom Platt to fOist
Roosevelt on the convention against
the latter's wishes.
Another example of this kind of
convention was the one which NOM
mated Roosevelt for his second term.
This fight started months before the
convention met when Roosevelt an
nOunCed that those not for him were
against him and by the time the con-
ventiOn assembled there were
enough declared" delegates to
make his denomination a certainty.
This is the kind of convention
Woodrow Wilson will have at St
Louis June IA 1t has all been de-
cided that he is to be nominated, an6
the only uncertainty is that which
will surround the particular wording
of the platform declarations, with a
bare possibility that Tom Marshall
will not be the unanimous choice for
vice president, in which case Senator
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-05-27
$50 MERELY

Quite different from this kind of a
convention is the one which will meet
in Chicago under Republican aus
pices. The latter resembles in some
ways several historic conventions,
like those which nominated Blaine,
Garfield and gave Cleveland his Sec
ond nomination. These were pro-
tracted and uncertain, and the nom-
ination when finally made was news
to all the country.
In this sO-Called 'Old-fashiOned"
convention the outcome is the result
Of Darkroom conferences between
political leaders, the delegates being
puppets. Often these conferences
are accompanied by secret agree
ments worked out later in the distri-
button of spOils, the foreign diplo-
matte appointments and big federal
offices at the disposal of the chief ex-
ecUtive. This kind of a convention
is dear to the heart of the profess
siOnal politician. It eXaggerates ana
magnifes his power.
The growth OF popular primaries
Of late years has made conventions
of the uncertain type less common.
1t was supposed four years ago that
there never again would be a ConVen-
ton of that sort.
In the uncertain convention, ora
tory comes to play a larger part. The
delegates are open to persuasion. In
this connection is recalled the IA
nous speech of Col. Robert G. Inger-
soil, nominating James G. Blaine;
and William J. Bryan's famous
Grown Of thorns and cross of~gold'
speech, which resulted in his own
nomination.
Under any system-primary or
with delegates hand-picked-the ia
vOrite son candidate plays a part, but,
more so in the uncertain, boss-con--
trOIed convention. Many Of the IA
vOrite sons. sO-called, are merely
h.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

This timely tip that the Duluth
health department hands out to it's
citizens in these torrid times, will
prove helpful to Princeton citizens if
acted upon: keep cool in temper,
mild in speech; take the shady side of
the street; be temperate in both diet
and drink and the chances are that
you will come through with flying COL
ors and without any aid from either
doctor or the undertaken"
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Anna Whiting went on her vacation
tour to Chicago Tuesday where she
will visit her brother for a couple of
weeks. Supt. Freeman and wife of
Blackjack where Miss Whiting is en-
ployed as normal instructor under Mr..
Freeman's supervision, will constitute
members Of the party who are on their
summer trips.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Last Thursday evening numerous of
our people. received postcards from
members of Company G. The cards
were mailed at Kansas City, where the
regiment stopped an hour. The ther-
mometer registered los in the shade
at:7 o'clock in the evening in that city
Waldemar Berg, who was returning
with his empty troop train, met the
boys at Kansas City.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The base ball game Sunday after
noon at the fair grounds between "The
Fats" and "The Leans was snappy
seven-inning game, the score standing
8 to in favor of the portly huskies.
The detailed score is not available,
having been submerged probably by
the manager of the leans. It was well
worth the price Of admission to see
some of the old-timers again in action.
Joe Mossman and Guy Ewing were
sore at not being invited to play with
the fats. -" Its~ -.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Mr.. c. M. Babcock and R. c.. Dunn
appeared before the board Of county
commissioners of Sherburne county
at Elk River on Tuesday afternoon and
argued in favor of widening the road
across the sinkhole on state road No.
l IN Baldwin. The commissioners very
properly gave instructions to the con-
tractor yesterday to dump in an addi-
tlonal 1000 cubic yards of earth. This
will help some, ~ =. T.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Teachers desiring renewals and
others desiring to raise their standings
please take note Of the program pub
lished in this weeks Union and be on
hand at the time noted in said pro-
gram. Milaca in the high school
building and the court room on the
second floor of the court house in
Princeton are the places set forth in
the notices.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

J. A. Allen and Alfred Olson were
elected as members Of Milaca. school
board for the next three years. Dr.
Bacon and Charley Heileg are the re-
firing members. DR.. Bacon alone has
done great work in the upbuilding of
the Milaca schools. The members as
above mentioned who come on duty
Aug. LIST, are good business men, and
will probably see that the good work
continues.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20
Henry F. Sager. a nropressive IA

Henry F. Sager, a progressive far
mer of Greenbush, is having a new
11-room dwelling house erected, and
when completed it will undoubtedly
be the best farm house in Mile Laos
county. It will be equipped with a
Delco electric lighting plant, and an
automatic electric pressure pump will
supply running water for kitchen and
bath. The dwelling will have all mod
.ern conveniences. Mr.. Sager recently
completed the erection of fine large
barn, and he will indeed have a place
OF which he can well feel proud when
completed.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

E. J. Holmes, Inspector with the
Minnesota dairy and food depart
ment, attended to official business here
Friday, and made this Office a pleas
ant call. Mr.. Holmes is a practical
man, and formerly acted as butter
maker in various Isanti county cream
cries, including those at Braham and
Big Lake.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Sheriff Harry Shockley emptied
seven sacks Of beer last Thursday, and
he says that. he emptied the bottles in
a manner never tried by him before
Pursuant to instructions from Judge
Roeser he emptied the beer taken in
the Schmidt raid out on the ground
while a few sad-eyed spectators
watched the earth absorb the amber
fluid. >>.-:- ..- "a
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Geo. A. Moore and sister, Mrs. Roy
P: Storkel of Carlyle, Mont, arrived
IN Princeton last Tuesday, evening.
Mrs. Storkel entered the Northwestern
hospital for an operation. The opera
ton was successfully performed
Wednesday morning by DR.. Cooney.
George will remain for few days.
visit with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Chas. Moore. ,,..-'
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

H. Wright of Minneapolis was a
Princeton visitor Monday. He is state
agent Of the Westchester Fire Insur-
ance Co. Of New York. Princeton ranks
high in his estimation among the
smaller towns of the state.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

From the Congressional Record of
July IL, we learn that Charles A.
Aliens appointment as postmaster at
Milaca was confirmed by the senate.
Fay Craven's commission expired Jan.
Is, 1916. There has been quite a
spirited contest for the Milaca post
office, but the appointment of Mr.. Allen
ends it.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The annual Sunday school associa-
ton for Mile Laos county will be held
this year in Milaca, Saturday and Sun
day, July 20 and 80, in the Swedish
Baptist church. An interesting pro-
gram has been prepared. Prominent
state workers will be in attendance.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

R. A. Willoughby of Ramsey coun-
ty, who was shot and wounded while
hunting in the town Of Mudgett last
fall caused an expense to this county
for medical attendance. Claim was
filed against Ramsey county for REIN.
bursement through Co. Atty. Myron.
Amount involving something over 500
was paid to. Mr.. Myron this week. -
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

DR.. J. F. HOFFMAN, optometrist, will
be in town on Wednesday and Thurs
day, July 10 and 20. Eyes examined
and glasses fitted. Office at the Com
mercial Hotel. 1-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

A communication was received this
week as to the feasibility of another
chautauqua here next July. Past ex-
perience as we had it here this month
almost made us say hello only trans
posing the 90" to the other side of
the word. :.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The West Branch is great bathing
resort this year. Young and old take
advantage of the favorable condition
Of the water, and make daily pilgrim,
ages to the shady shore back of the
Jesmer residence. Not DESTROYS of
frightening the bathers, but we have
heard it rumored that a man-eatine
shark was seen there latelv.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Z Before you start for Princeton to
have your picture taken be sure it is
the first or third Saturday. or Sunday
of the month, as these are the only
days you will find Nelson the famous
photographer from Anoka, at his stu
do in Princeton. 2-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Telegram from Mrs. Service was re-
ceived Saturday announcing death of
her father on Saturday morning. St.
Marys, Ontario, Canada, is the place
of residence Of Mrs. Services parents,
where she went four weeks ago, &C.
companied by Mr.. Service, called there
by her fathers illness.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

{ Fred Guderian has disposed of his
Cambridge North Star to the Carlson
Brothers Of Cokato. Mr.. Guderian may
conclude to re-engage in the newspa-
per business in Isanti county but not
IN Cambridge. The Union wishes him
well wherever he locates. $50.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

]. N. Covey, cashier of Citizens
bank, Gentry, Ark, sent letter to
Mrs. Escherisch under date of July IL
stating boys were in fine spirits. Train
had been stopped IS miles north of
that point to let the boys go in
bathing.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Clover hay is nearly all in the stack.
The ideal weather of last week was
used to good advantage by the farm
ers and the hay is in excellent condi>
ton. It is the heaviest yield for
years, in many instances going three
and four tons to the acre.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Minor Jones and wife of Alexandria
were here this week for short visit.
Mr.. Jones who was suffering from
rheumatic illness when he left here
two years ago, is in good health again.
They are pleased with their new loca-
ton.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Come on in, if you are in need of fly
nets, lap busters, single harness, etc.
Everything in horse furnishings at
right prices. J. H. Hoffman, the har-
ness man. lotto
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Graduates of 1916: Public School
of Music is a new profession, not yet
overcrowded. A one or two year
course at the N. w. Institute of Mus
ical Art, Al S. Sixth St., Minneapolis,
will fit you to fill a good position as
Supervisor. 4 "~>.:" & !: = Adv,
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Rye harvesting is now under way.
The grain has matured we'll, and a
good yield is looked for. Corn is COM
ing along in good shape, and with a
delayed frost will bring a fair crop.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The First National Bank of Prince
ton loans it's own money on farms.
Privilege of paying all or any part
any year. 31-4t
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Go to the Whitney Lumber Yard for
building materials of all kinds. We
don't keep lumber. We sell it. E. E.
Whitney. 11-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Dwellings and barns are going up
all over the county, and also in the
adjoining territory, this summer.
Daily on our streets are seen loads of
lumber and shingles enroute to the
country.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

w. G. Grierson of Minneapolis, Who
is well known here having acted 7as
bookkeeper for W. H. Terrell & Co..
when that firm maintained headquar-
tiers at Princeton, transacted business
here from Friday evening to Satur-
day morning. -.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Mrs. Melissa Jane Andus, mother of
Thos. F. Dack of Book, answered the
final summons on the 10Th ult., at her
home in Akron, Ohio. Mrs. Andus was
a daughter of John Morris, whose un-
Gle, Robert Morris, played a most i'm
portant part in financing the Revolu-
tionary war.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Lightning struck a telephone pole
Monday morning near the Robt. By
ers residence. The pole was badly
splintered and things shaken up gen.
orally in the vicinity.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Hennepin county commissioners
have tried concrete paving and have
found that it will not stand heavy
traffic. The main street of the vii
lage of Robbinsdale is to be paved with
bitulithic.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Fred Harrington is among the hust-
ling land samesmen of the town. Last
week he sold half section near the
townsite of Isle to Thos. Hicks of
Canada and Dale Frances of this
place.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Edwin Odegard, the popular and
busting Glendorado merchant, trans
acted business here and in Minneapolis
the latter part Of last week.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

q. B. Randall, local agent for the
Delco farm lighting system, has sold
an outfit to Henry Sager Of Greenbush
and same will be installed about Aug.
70. Persons contemplating light and
power for their farms should call up
or write Q. 3. Randall, Princeton, who
will be pleased to demonstrate same.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

An order has been sent to County
Superintendent Ewing from the Supt.
Of Education that all districts deslr-
Gus OF securing state aid for 1916 and
1917 must put in bubbling drinking
fountains. There are several other
changes required which will be sent to
the district clerks a little later. 50, \
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Nathan Peterson, who has been in
the store as clerk for J. A: Nyberg,
has resigned. He will probably go to
Minneapolis where he has good pros
pect in view.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Land Agent Svarry, who purchased
the brick residence of Oliver SawyeH
in the west part Of town, has expenc-
ed considerable money in improve
ments. 1t is a fine property, among
the leading ones in town.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

A dance will be given at the Green
lake pavilion on Saturday evening,
July p. Music by Potter's peerless
Minneapolis orchestra. 31-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Church services will be held in
Spencer Brook M. E. church Sunday
3 p. m. All are cordially invited.
Rev. Helwig, pastor
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

H. J. Plaas of the C. A. Jack Drug
Co. is enjoying his annual vacation,
and accompanied by his wife he left
for Red Wing Saturday morning to
visit relatives and friends.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Mrs. Clair A. Smith and children
are camping at Green Lake this week,
near the residence of Mr.. and Mrs.
Chas. Murray.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Barn and automobile garage for
rent. Lots of room. Inquire of Otto
Kochendorfer, across the street from
the high school building. 25-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Superintendent Holland and wife
were here last week looking up res
idence. They secured rooms in the
spacious house of Mrs. Moses Jesmer.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Saturday evening, July 20, a dane
ing party will be given in Blue Hill
hall. A good fve-piece orchestra will
furnish them music. A good time for
! all. All are cordially invited.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Rev. F. J.. Smith Of St. Francis will
hold services next Sunday morning
and evening at the usual hours in M.
E. church here. Regular choir music.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Anna Jaenicke and her sister, Miss
Fox, and Miss Umbehocker went to
White Fish Lake Sunday by auto
They will remain several days.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Chas. Moore who has been employed
in Mora for the past three months in
building operations, returned home
last, week.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Mrs. o. B. Randall is visiting rela-
tives and friends in southern Mime
sofa, and expects to remain some time
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20
LOCAL BREVITIES.

George I. Staples is the only person who is
authorized to collect money due this Office. In
every case the party paying money is entitled
to and should insist upon receiving printed
receipt. r. c. DUNN, Publisher.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Mondays storm did considerable
damage to the rank growth of grow
ing grain, oats in particular being
blown down.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The Chautauqua stockholders met ir
their annual session Saturday evening
No dividends were declared.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Elsewhere in this issue of the Union
appear the official proceedings Of the
board of county commissioners.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Miss Avis Eaton arrived home Mon
day evening from California to spend
her vacation with her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. C. A. Eaton.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Preaching services will be held in
the Zimmerman M. E. church next
Sunday at ~ M and P. M. Rev.
Helwig, Pastor.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Sweet cream for sale. Inquire Of
Mrs. F. C. Cater, Tri-State phone
No. 273. 29-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Family washings done. Cannot de-
liver. Mrs. Anna Tilley, two blocks
north of bridge. 29-2t*:
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Bad roads cost the dafrymen of
Wisconsin 100000 during the months
of May and June. The dairy and food
commission of that state is authority
for the statement,
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

F. w. Pierce of North Branch was
caller Tuesday. Mr.. Pierce is an old
school teacher. He will WELD the birch
IN the north school Of district No. 3
the coming year.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Several members of the salvation
army corps were here for a short stay
Saturday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Miss Sylvia Klaus of St. Paul is
here visiting her aunt, Mrs. Frank
Smith.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The rain Monday morning was an
opportune one. More especially to the
gardens on sandy lands.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

The First National Bank of Prince
ton represents the Equitable Life In
surance Society. Why not protect your
family with a policy? Call and let us
talk with you. 31-4t
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Remember the Sunday school con-
vention at Swedish Baptist church,
Milaca, July 10Th and 3Oth.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Vern Mott purchased Ford through
Smith & Odegard last week, as did
Matt Johnson of Blue HILL
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Margaret l. King went to the cities
Friday for a few days visit.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Robt. H. King was Twin City Wis
itor the early part of the week.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Campers at Elk Lake report the
fishing as good there this week.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1916-07-20

Nelson's photos please the people.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1916-02-10
WILLISTON.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Forbes were in
Milton recently to visit their daughter.
who was ill.-Iioratio Curtis is visiting
friends i'm st. Adams. From there he
goes to Boston for IA few weeks. He has
engaged Dennis KcndreW to take care of
his mail route from North Williston to
this postoffice while he Is away. 1t was
enormously stated last week that he had
sold his route to Mr.. kendrew, as Mr.,
Kendrew is only hired for the time being.
On account Of 81 many children being
III in town there were only 90 persons in
the Sunday school on Sunday including
the teachers. \ year ago last Sunday
there were 59The fourth quarterly con-
ference of the Methodist Episcopal Church
will be held in the church vestry Friday
at $50 p. M The district superintendent.
the Rev. +. NJ Kent, will preside. The
Wiiliston troop of the hoy scouts will OBJ
serve Saturday as community good turn
day" The scouts will canvass the village
Offering to do good turns. Every member
of the troop is expected to he on hand
There will he no troop meeting Friday
night of this week.-Mr and Mrs. e. d.
Warren attended the funeral Of Mrs. War
ren's sister. Mrs. Crane, held at Shelburnc
last week