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VOTERS ARE SWINGING TO BURDICK

nor, and The Forum believes that man
will be Burdick.
Sentiment for the Williston farmer
is simply sweeping the state. Farm
ers, businessmen, laboring mem
every class and type Of citizen--are
back of his candidacy. He stands for
clean government, for sane legisla-
tion in favor of the people, and the
independent voters of North Dakota,
the sturdy clear-brained thinkers who
are always to be depended upon to
keep their heads and vote as they be-
lieve right, are convinced that he is
the logical candidate in the present
political crisis.
1t is the sentiment of the people
who have not been carried away by
fractional feeling, that Burdick is the
one man on whom all the people may
unite. He is the man to harmoniZe
all clements and to save the state of
North Dakota from a setback from
which it would take years to recover.
The reception he is receiving on his
trip through the state is one Of the
most remarkable political demonstra-
tions in the history of North Dakota.
Everywhere he goes he is met by
cheering crowds. The people are
simply fiocking to his standard.
The cause is not hard to find. The
people believe in him. They know he
has always been noted for his inde-
pendence of political control. He
abhors, what every right thinking
North Dakota voter abhors in politics
the political boss. The people know
that if he is elected he will wear no
mans collar. The rule of the people
will be supreme with Burdick as chief
executive.
Placed in the governors chair he
will have "malice toward none, but
charity for ALL" and all the people will
get square deal. That is why all
classes of citizens are swinging into
line back Of the big, homegrown,
North Dakota farmer.-Fargo Forum.
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ENDORSED IN ALL QUARTERS

Williston and Williams county may
we'll be proud Of the genuine and in
creasing sentiment for our citizen,
Usher L. Burdick, for governor. Edi-
torial and personal endorsements of
the man and his stand on the vital
issues of the campaign have come
from all quarters of the state insuch
numbers that praise from home is al
most supert1uous.
We know the mana product Of our
state and for six years a resident of
our communicative know the meas
ure Of his ability and courage, his in
dependence of unwholesome influence
his sincerity in his sustained, consis-
tant fight for the things North Da-
kota and it's agricultural interests
needs.
Mr.. Burdick is progressive enough
to satisfy all fairminded people and
conservative enough to suit all but
the ultra-conservative. He is the logi-
cal man to nominate for governor on
the republican ticket, June %, and
seems reasonably certain to receive
the honor. Williston and Williams
county may be depended on to. con-
tribute their part to this end.-Cava-
her County Republican,.
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Funston Waiting

San Antonio, Tex, June 17.-Gen-
eral Funston and his staff gave care
full attention to activities of the ban
dts along the border, but far greater
! interes+, il being displayed in the at
titude assumed by the defacto govern
ment troops. Threats apparently
coming from the defacto government
regarding the actions of the Ameri-
can troops, which would be consider
ed an overt act failed to disturb Cen
eral Funston or his staff, who let it
be known that the same methods of
pursuit would be given regardless Of
where the bandit trails lead. General
Funston's army of $4,000 has been so
disposed along the border that swift
punitive action could be taken if nec-
essary.
The arrival at Daredo of Consul
General Hanna of Montgomery de-
veloped the fact that the state depart
ment had ordered him and j. R. Sill
man, consul ia Saltillo to the Ameri-
can side. Their withdrawal leaves no
consular representatives of the Uni
ted States at any interior points ex-
cept an agent at Mexico City.
Hanna Not Talkative
Laredo. Tex, June 17.-Phillip c.
Hanna, United States consul general
at Monterey, one of the two remain
ing consuls in Mexico, accompanied by
a half dozen other Americans, arrived
here today. He was reticent as to the
object of his visit. Asked in regard
to conditions in Mexico and the prob
able length of his stay, Consul Hanna
replied:'
''Everything is quiet down the line.
I may remain two or three days."
It has been known for some time
that Consul Hanna was instructed by
the state department that he could
leave the post anytime at his own
discretion.
Well informed Mexicans arriving
Troops Concentrated
here from the interior confirm re-
ports that over 5000 Carranza troops
passed Villaldama 10 miles south of
Laredo, going northward.
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LOOKS GOOD FOR GOVERNOR |. B. HANNA

Reports coming from all parts of
the state indicate that Governor L. B.
Hanna will be the nominee on the Re-
publican ticket for United States Sen
ator. AS the day of the primaries
draws near every voter is considering
the question of voting more seriously
and is looking over the work accom-
plished in the past by the various
candidates. In doing this he finds a
splendid record of actual accomplish
ment made by Governor Hanna. AS
Representative and Senator in our
State Legislature. as member of Con-
gress and as Governor he was ever
and always doing things-getting re-
sults-for North Dakota. Much of
the best legislation on the statue
books of our state-laws that are of
real benefit and help to all the peo-
pie alike-were first introduced and
urged to passage by Senator Hanna
while he was in the State Legislature.
While serving the state as member of
Congress he took a leading and active
part in securing national legislation
that has aided greatly in building up
North Dakota. The homesteaders, es-
pecially of the western half of the
state know and appreciate how much
he has done to help them-individual-
ly and collectively-and they have al
ways been glad to support him. AL
though his service at Washington was
omparatively short Governor Hanna,
through his recognized ability, never
theless received appointments on the
committees of most Importance to
North Dakota and was looked up to
as authority on all matters of interest
to this locality. He added greatly to
the prestage and good standing of
North Dakota at the National Capitol.
The voter who gives thought and
examination to it-and never before
have the voters thought more about
the qualifications and past records Of
candidates-fnds that the business Of
the state under Governor Hanna has
been so carefully handled that TO-
DAY THE STATE DEBT IS THE
SINCE STATEHOOD
and even smaller than it was for many
years before it was admitted as a
state. The state debt today is about
one half as large as it was when Gov
ernor Hanna took Office. Aud during
the past three years the tax levy for
state purposes has been the lowest in
our history. Mr.. Hanna recommended
and secured the passage of numerous
good laws-laws to protect and pre-
serve wild game; the Blue Sky
Law, which has saved the people of
The state large sums Of money by pro-
;ecting them against wildcat and
stock jobbing schemes-the law to es-
;ablish a Budget system for state ap-
the Board of Regents
aw which has been a long step toward
oetter and more economical admins
ration Of state educational institu-
ions-The absent voters law-which
It this particular time with 1900 of
'ur best young men leaving the state
It their country's call, gives them the
light to cast their ballot-was recon-
nended by Governor Hanna. He was
lso the first Governor to recommend
hat the contract rate of interest be
educed from IL to 10 percent and this
aw was passed. At all times has he
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COOk-Nehring, E.

the Call the President Hanna ordered the
Wnin created deal of excitement his Off
strength of $50 The
The officers joining
Bismarck other
from various the state being assembled When the
Fort Lincoln they will be
be for whether will be called Mexican
declared they will be liable short
COMPANY
The members Of Company have been working their for
will night There
but the from citizens that the decided to
Wiston
will farewell the
their CALL
DANCE FOR COMPANY
Wilston a members Of
Odd Fellows hall
will before the after the there will
with of honor
WIRE FROM SPECIAL TO MEMBERS OF co.
Henry R. and Members
National Guard
Wilton N. D.
N1inot N. D, 1916.
inevitable would like be
that Wlston North Dakota We
the special
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BANKERS MEETING
ENDED At M|NOT
J. E. PHELAN OF BOWMAN IS
CHOSEN PRESIDENT FOR THE
COMING YEAR

Minot, N. D., June 16.-At the clos
ing session this morning of the an
nual convention Of the North Dakota
Bankers association the following Of
fcers were elected:
President, J. E. Phelan, Bowman ;
vice president, C. r. Green, Cavalier.
Membership Of executive council,
second district, E. Belssbarth. Brins
made; third, II. w. Carey, Fargo;
fourth, G. l.. Strodeck, Cogswell; fifth,
A. P. Hanson, Litchville; southwest
ern, w. F. Hanks, Powers Lake,
northwestern, NJ. G.. Bachelor, Grand
Forks; Missouri slope, B. B. Marks,
Brinsmade.
A meeting of the executive council
followed the adjournm menc of the con-
vention at which w. G. McFadden,
Fargo, was reelected secretary of the
association; w. H. Hanks, Powers
Lake, was made treasurer, and w. G.
McClintock, Rugby, retiring president
was elected chairman of the council.
Fargo Gets Meeting
Fargo was awarded the 1917 con-
vention. Wahpeton submitted an in
vitation but Fargo was the only city
WHICH ISCclVCu IHOClOII III LIiC
ing. The Grand Forks delegation did
not present an invitation as the state
association has met there since Fargo
last had it.
Following the adjournment of the
convention L. S. Crawford, of Sentinel
Butte, president of the state board of
regents, presented Mr.. McClintock
with beautiful pin as an apprecia-
ton Of the association for his work as
president.
Resolutions as adopted called for
decision by the courts Of law pertain
ing to bank examiners fees. The as
sociation went on record as favoring
the enactment of an adequate and
workable deposit guaranty law.
Addresses Today
At the opening session addresses
we're given by Geo. E. Allen, educa-
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22

tional director Of the American Insti-
tute of Banking, J. E. Phelan, of Bow
man, N. D., and Gray Warren, transit
manager Of the Minneapolis reserve
bank. Mr.. Allen spoke on the value of
banking education and described the
course offered by the institute. Mr..
Phelan gave an interesting account of
the American banking system, and
Mr.. Warren explained the action of
the federal reserve bank in deciding
to pay all checks after July II. The
Minneapolis and st. Paul contingents
left in special cars on the 500 line at
noon and the Grand Forks party
leaves on No. 80 later in the day.
The Fargo party which came up
with the Grand Forks men will re-
turn on No, g
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
LARGE SCHOOL APPORTION-
MENT

The state and county school appor-
tionment for this county for the month
Of May amounted to $23,675.28. This
is the largest for the year and is ap-
portioned among the various school
districts Of the county according to
the manner of school children in each
district. The amount allowed for each
pupil is $5.52 and Williston with it's
800 pupils gets $4912.80. The Nesson
district which includes Ray comes
next htye receiving $1904.45.
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BURDICK SENTIMENT SWEEP.
ING STATE

As the days of the primary cam
paign draw to close, the strength
of Usher l.. Burdick, candidate for
governor, is becoming more and more
evident. Mr.. Burdick is putting up
an aggressive campaign. He is in the
fight to win out, and he is gaining
votes every day.
Today, one week before the primary
election, the fight is between Burdick
and Frazier.
One of these two men will be the
next Republican candidate for COVER
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
RAY MAN DIES

Elmer Smith, chief of Police of Ray
died very suddenly in one Of the Ray
hotels last Saturday morning about 9
o'clock of heart failure. Funeral SER
vices were held Monday and the re-
mains buried in the Ray cemetery.
Elmer Smith, was an old resident
of the state being here since 1902. He
lived at Russell for some time and
was chief at Minot during the I. W.
w. trouble. He leaves four sons to
mourn his sudden death.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
WINS TRIP AGAIN

Sam Scott has again qualified for
the 100000 club with the Mutual Life
Insurance Company Of New York and
will be one of the number getting a
free trip. The meeting of the sue
cessful insurance writer's is to he held
in New York City on the 9th and
28th Of this month and Mr.. Scott ex-
poets to leave the last of the week.
The last meeting was held in San
Francisco in August 1915 and Mr..
Scott was one of those attending that
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
BURDICK ENDORSES sCACE

A. e. Scace, the farmer candidate
for the Legislature from Williams
county deserves the support of every
Republican in the county. He is a
farmer who lives on his own farm, is
we'll educated and in addition to that
is a real man. He has had experience
in the legislature and the people of
the county are fortunate to have the
opportunity to vote for A. E. Scace.
Signed: Usher L. Burdick.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
MANY COYOTES KILLED

Williams county is certainly max
ing war on the coyotes this spring.
Pelts have been brought in to the
auditors Office every week but last
week was the banner one as far as
numbers were concerned when 120.
pelts were brought in for the bounty.
One man brought in AZ and another
21. They get bounty Of $3.50 for
each one killed,
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
AFTERNOON PARTY

Little Mary Lukens was hostess at
a very pretty party at the Lukens
farm home east Of town on Wednes-
day of last week. The afternoon was;
spent in outdoor frolics and a de-
licious luncheon was served at five.
Those present were Jean and Berh1
Brodwick, Jennette Owens, Laura
Trowbridge, Marion Stenehjem, lola
Robinson, Mary Stice.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
ODD FELLOWS AT RAY

About forty members of the Will
liston I. 0. 0. F. lodge went to Ray
Monday evening on a visit to the Ray
lodge. They had a great time and
the Ray members proved themselves
royal entertainers. After the meet
ing a special show was put on for
them in the Movie house at twelve
O'Clock.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
CAR OF THANKS

We wish to thank all who so kindly
gave us assistance on our great
trouble and sorrow, in the loss Of our,
husband and father.
Mrs. H. o. Rongstad and Children
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
EUROPEAN POWERS WOULD
PREVENT WAR If POSSIBLE
Question of War Directly up to Car
ranza--Officials Look for Break

Washington, June 17-General Fun
ston advised the war department to-
day that he was informed by General
Bell at Ell Paso that General Pershing
had been warned by General Trevino,
the Carranza commander at Chihua-
hua, that any movement of the Amer
lean expeditionary to the south, west
or east, would be the signal for an
attack by the Mexican forces.
Wait Developments
Administration officials today are
watching with interest developments
in the Mexican situation. The de-
velopments of the past II hours have
caused some uneasiness. The chief
interest is centered in Carranza's s
threat, reported from Chihuahua yes
terday as having been transmitted to
General Pershing through General
Trevino to start active warfare if the
American troops in Mexico are moved
to any direction except northward to-
ward the border.
Reply Is Delayed
Meanwhile the dispatch of the Uni
ted States reply to Carranza's latest
note, which is virtually completed, is
being withheld pending the receipt of
detailed information regarding the
Carranza report, and also regarding
the latest depredations of Mexican
bandits.
No word has come so far from Gen.
eral Pershing himself, but even be-
fore the arrival Of General Funston's
the department officials were
inclined to credit the newspaper dis
patches regarding the Trevina warn
ing.
Will Hold Position
Preparations are being made for
any eventuality. General Pershing
is ready to deal with any force sent
against him. 1t is probable, however,
that he will hold his present lines, and
make no move to precipitate hostili-
ties.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22

LUMBER SHIPPED FOR BRIDGE
= The lumber for the pontoon bridge
has been shipped and the hardware
ordered. Part of the lumber was
shipped on the 18th and the Bridge
Company hope to have work started
by the first Of July at the latest.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22
Question of War or Peace Up To
CarranZa

Washington, June 21.-Question of
war or peace today depended upon the
attitude of General Carranaz toward
the American note refusing to with
draw the troops. Before the grist of
the day the reports began coming into
the various departments, high officials
admitted privately that they look for
war, although care was taken to avoid
any formal expressions or acts which
might appear forerunners Of dec
laration Of war. Military authorities
looked for the defacto governments
attitude in Mexico threatening troop
movements near the border today, and
in preparation for these the war de-
partment is getting ready to act on
Funston's request for the immediate
dispatch of a number of national
guard units to the border.
1t was said that Secretary Baker
and the president probably would de-
termine what organizations should be
sent. Several days may elapse be-
fore any great number of militia
units can be mustered into the fed
eral service. Reports of great en-
thusiasm and rapid recruiting con-
tinue coming in from many states
today.
Should the Mexicans attack the
American column, it is probable that
a general rapid advance will be or
dered from the border to the line, per-
haps 100 or more miles south of bor-
der. This line will be fortified and
held until volunteer reinforcements
become available. Thus the fighting
will be thrown into the enemy's terri
tory and the border protected against
further bandit attacks by a thorough
policing of the country behind the
main line.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1916-06-22

Washington, June 21.-Strong pres
sure is being brought to bear upon
Carranza by representatives of Euro
pean powers to prevent him from fore
ing break with the United States.
Indirect reports reaching the state de-
partment today told of these efforts,
and said there was possibility that
they would be successful.
An overnight dispatch from Special
Agent Rodgers at Mexico City, re-
ceived at the state department today,
said arrangements were concluded
satisfactory for a special train to car
nv out Americans and foreigners to
Vera Cruz. He reiterated the hope
that it start today, taking many of
the 600 Americans still in the capital.
A number of dispatches were re-
ceived from consular officers through
out Mexico. They agreed that ten
sion everywhere is keyed to a high
pitch. Another message from Rodg-
ers said the train leaving Mexico City
yesterday carried special car with
30 Americans, mostly women.
Agencies of the entente allies are
understood to be active for peace, par
ticularly as they believe German in
duence sought to inflame the Mexican
government against the United States,
with a view Of preventing this coun-
try from gathering in the trade for
merly controlled by Germany in Mex
leo, South and Central America.
Officials were interested today in
General Pershing's report to General
Funston that a body Of American
troops had been sent northward in the
direction where the MeNicans were
reported to be and in violation of the
warning by General Trevino against
such a movement. No Mexicans were
found, the body safely returning.
Marching orders for national guard
organizations are still held up at the
war department pending the compile
tion of mobilization of troops at the
state camps. Just as soon as a suffi-
cient number of guardsmen have been
mustered into the federal service the
war department will act on General
Funston's report of yesterday, stating
the number of units he desired, and
to what points he desired them for
w2rued
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WILLHT0N MILITIA BOYS
ANSWER CALL OF PRESIDENT
War Clouds Over Mexican Border Re-
sponsible for Call. Leave Saturday


x X X = X x
OFFICERS AND ENLISTED MEMBERS COMPANY E.
JUNE TWENTY Y-TWO,
Capan-H.
jeffrey f. W.--lst Lieutenant.
jeffrey w. W-2nd Lieutenant
SERGEANTS: CORPOR.ALS:
Harvey, g. g. Metzger, H. A.
Wannagat, Otto Wilkinson Geo.
Theisen, D. L. Jeffrey,
Woolrdge, w. NJ Halverson, H.
Anderson, E. 0. Craven
Erickson, Carl HalverSon,
COOK-Nehring E.
PRIvATES:
Bamfaher r. Bell c. Bradley; Charnhom Walter; Collier,
VIM, Craven T.; Evans, Evans F. Francis
Steve Grover leslie; Harvey, S. Holland r. Haaaway NJ
Jaynes L. Jayne r. Jackson Cecil Koppang, H. kingston
Leo M M9nSGn L.; MaheYs j. C.; McDonsd Howard Maon
D. McWiiams, S. Personus G.; Pufer, H.. Petty, L. w..
Randop RsShp B. RGfd G. Roed d. ssset AxS shedal G.
E Wilder Al ] shank L. Eyans H. P Brook Arthur E
j. Clark Mle Carpenter, Phil Alexander Jesse Ellis r.
Hahm Christie; Warner, Leo; Shue j. M; Holloway j. w.
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Captan-H. X. Evans.
Jeffrey, f. W.--st Lieutenant.
Jeffrey, w. W,-2nd Lieutenant
The Palatka news and advertiser., 1916-06-23
Wilson Calls For
National Guard
TRAGEDY STIRS ALABAMA.
Judge Law!er Slain and Body Thrown
in Slough.

That Madison county officers and
Huntsville police are seeking at least
three and probably more of the most
prominent citizens of Huntsville and
at least one man well-known in Ala
bama politics in connection with the
murder of Probate Judge w. II. Law
Ter, became definitely known. After
the finding of the body weighted down
in the Tennessee river, two companies
of militia were sent to prevent vic.
lenCe, which was feared when the
tragic climax of a bitter political fight
became known.
The belief is that Judge Lawler was
slain in Huntsville and his body Sc.
cretly carried to the secluded spot
near White$burg. where it was found
by searcherS after an anonymous
message had limited that an eXamina-
tiOn of the slough would lead to
startling revelations.
The body had been weighted with
a piece of railroad track The skull
was crushed and there were two gun
shot wounds and stab in the body.
The Palatka news and advertiser., 1916-06-23

The next day Mrs ttoldmg returned
learned that Mr.. EduaudS had callej
and asked Gwen if she was pleased
with him.
PLEASED with him" said Gwen
Mamma, have you gone mad to EN-
gage yourself to a young feIIor vhC
says he would like to change You fOl
two girls, each twenty years old%
Gwen! What do you mean"
"Why, mother; he's young enough 4
be your SON"
"IIe is siKty-two."
Mother and daughter looked at each
other without speaking,
Are you sure that it was Mr. Ed
monds who called?' asked the mother
Gwen went to Il dresser, took card
from it and handed ii to her mother
why. this is Harrys card
Harry"
YES, stupid! Didn't YOU see thf
Junior on it? Harry $ Mr. EdmolasI
only son. He is worth $4,000 IN lY
own right and woul make a s0o1
catch for you"
Catch" cried Gwen in diSmaE' Y
expect he considers that he has Causl9
a tartar"