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The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21
George CreA says

Washington, D.. c., Oct. 11,-Non-
partisan leagues use Of a letter from
the Committee on. Public Informa-
ton for political purposes was con-
demned by George Creel, chairman of
the committee. He has, taken steps
to prevent a recurrence of this Of
Tense, he said. F.
Writes Letter to Poole.
The chairman wrote the following
letter to Ernest Poole, director of the
foreign press bureau, with headquar-
tiers att New York, in which lie de-
clared the Seymour letter ought never
to have been written. -
" My Dear Mr.. Poole: I,>haye
just been shown copy of The
y Minnesota Leader, published in St.
Paul, in which space on the front
page is devoted to letter signed
. by e. d. l.. Seymour Of your
bureau. 5~ ~,.
70 In his letter. addressed to the
editor Of The Nonpartisan Leader,
Mr.. Seymour asks for a picture OF
Mr.. M. P. Bates, candidate for
governor Of South Dakota. The
letter makes it quiet plain that
= the picture is to be used in foreign
counties as part of our endeavor
to prove that humble citizens can
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21

rise to high places in a democ-
racy, but the fact remains that the
Nonpartisan league is making use 9
~ of the communication to argue
government approval Of the Nom
partisan league "a
1t is letter that should not
have been written. From the first
it has been the policy of this COM
mittee not to indorse or condemn
connection with any political cam
RI paign in any state and the picture
of Mr.. Bates,a candidate for Of
flee. should not have been asked.
Please see that these orders are
: repeated to every one in your bu-
1(reau and be at particular pains to
see that no letter or request in
the future is Of a nature aat can
bcNattested a political advantage.
or disadvantage,
Not First Instance Of Kind.
This is not the first time the Non.
partisan league has taken advantage
of letters from Mr.. Creel or his bureau
One he wrote last spring, saying
so far as he knew the loyalty of the
league had not been questioned by
the Federal government has been re-
printed by the. thousands, and, accord
ing to report. is being used in the
campaign now, despite the
fact that Mr. Creel has forbidden it's
use. y
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21
John Burke says

1t is Of course, not natural for Coy
ernor Frazier to be rs friendly with
the administration as it is for Doyle.
In the last presidential election, Cow
ernor Frazier supported Hughes for
president. He appeared on the plat
form w't.l him and introduced him to
the people Of North Dakota when
Hughes was in the state. On the other
hand Doyle was vigorously supporting
President Wilson in the election and
as a matter OF course is much more
friendly with the administration than
is Governor Frazier.
The Courier-News of Fargo, N. D.,
published speeches of Mr.. Townley
and Governor Frazier in which it is
reported that Governor Frazier said:
1T requires no patriotism to buy q
Liberty bond. Buying bonds are all
right, but there is better way. Con-
script the rich mans money" Mr..
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21

Townley spoke along the same line
and as I, understand, this is posi-
ton Of the pacitist, the l.. w. W. and
the Socialist. ! mention The Courier
News because it is a Nonpartisan pa
per and, OF course, would not mis-
represent either Mr.. Townley or Gov
ernor Frazier If the people had taken
the same position as these, we would
'be unable to raise the money neces-
sary to win the war Fortunately,
however, the people Of this country
and the people of North Dakota. did
not and do not agree with either Mr..
TOwnley or Governor Frazier on the
prosecution OF this war, and it is much
safer to elect men who have been with
the administration all tho way along
the line. 1t seems to me that the one
question that q good citizen need ask
himself Is, Us Mr.. Doyle qualified?
Is he honest and sincere and viii he
make a good governor il he is
clccted?" ., q
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21
POLITICIANS CRY OF PRO GERMAN - =,
) AGAINST MEN DIFFERING WITH THEM
TRAITORS, SAYS SECRETARY BAKER

WASHINGTON. July 24-(speciaD. Politicians who
against who differ with them politically conveying
the German agents information that the country is swarng
with kaiser worshppers Secretary of War Baker
statement just issued ~.
The secretary of calls this dangerous than open
opposition and adds that who aids Germany now is
traitor who merits death. .<~
Secretary Bakers statement follows:
"ln every locality have contemplate set of cowardy
partisan politicians who treason sedition anarchy and
against men who differ with them politically. The
claims Of Aercans and loyalty forth by these
bgo nothing than false faces by traitors
Such charges to the German agent the information that
the country sWarmng with kaiser worshippers and
dangerous propaganda than open opposition many
courts being imposed by owbrowed politicians
who taking advantage of the spirit Of loyalty in this land
to wreak those whom they honestly
upon political issue The who aids Germany is
to land party politics. above all other is aiding enemies"
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21

EVERYONE KNOWS
l. THE PAPERS That
published the above state
ment- .EVERY WORD
RECONSIDERATION
The braZen efforts tollend
responsibility to a move
ment headed by entirely.
unreliable Socialists, in
using the high name and
office of the Secretary of
War;, is on a par with
other features of the So
cialist campaign.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1918-10-21

Ry dear Mr.. Hilgers: H~"@
. Secretary Of War asks No to thAhe
YOU for your letter Of tho July calling HE
attention alleged to have been made ~
&4n - ,, .....,... =,
that be never tine and never
authori any person make 1t in his behalf> se
May you to be good enough to - ~
Of mail tho paper from which tho
-; :; o,,nn.a. z...r@~ ~-.>---~ &c.. ~~<nzs|
*: Cordially yours, -~-' -
Z@~~-ee>7 ~
Stanley King
Private Secretary .%.>.~
The St. Charles herald. [volume] (Hahnville, La.) 1873-1993, 1918-10-05

tween the ages of twenty-one and sixty
years. Poll taxes shall be lien only upon
| assessed property, and no process shall
issue TO enforce the collection of the same
except against assessed property
Every person liable for such tax SHALL
| before being allowed to vote, exhibit to
the commissioners of Election his poll
| tax receipts for two years, issued on the
official form, or duplicate thereon, in the
event of loss or proof of payment of such
poll taxes may be made by certificate
of the tax collector, which shall be sent
! to the commissioners of the several vot-
ing precincts, showing a list of those who
have paid said two years poll taxes as
above provided and the dates of pay
ment It is hereby declared to be forgery,
and punishable as such, for any tax col
lector or other person, to antedate, or
alter poll tax receipt. Any person who
shall pay the poll tax of another or adj
vance him money for that purpose, in
order to influence his vote, shall be guilty
of bribery and punished accordingly. The
provisions of this article as to the pay
ment OF poll taxes shall not apply to per-
sons who are deaf and dumb, or blind,
nor to persons under twenty-five years
of age who have paid all poll taxes as
sessed against them; nor to persons in
the military service of the State or of the
United States, during time of war; nor
vice. as aforesaid. after the first day of
January 1916, and who have since been
honorably discharged, provided that such
persons shall pay all poll taxes assessed
against them after said discharge; pro-
yided, that any person in the military or
naval service of the United States shall,
during the war without either regiStra-
ton or the payment of poll taxes, be per-
mitted to vote in all primary elections,
to sign nominating papers, for State and
Congressional candidates; provided that
if such person were not in such service he
would be otherwise qualified to partici-
pate in such elections.
This amendment if adopted, shall vail
date any legislation enacted at the regu-
lar session of 1918. authorizing military
electors to vote, where such legislation
would be invalid without this amendment.
Section s. Be it further enacted, etc,
That the official ballot to be used in such
election shall have printed thereon the
words: For the proposed amendment to
the Constitution, eXempting soldiers and
sailors from the payment of poll taxes"
and the words: Against the amendment
to the Constitution eXempting soldiers
and sailors from the payment of poll
taxes"
FERNAND MOUTON,
Lieutenant Governor and President of the
Senate.
HEWITT BOUANCHAUD,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Approved: July II, 1918
r. G. PLEASANT,
Governor of the State of Louisiana.
A true copy
JAMES ]. BAILEY,
Secretary of State.
The St. Charles herald. [volume] (Hahnville, La.) 1873-1993, 1918-10-05
: W. s s
ACT NO. 271.

ACT NO. III.
Senate Bill No. 1893. BY Mr.. Thoele.
AN ACT
To amend and re-enact Act No 80 of the
Extra Session of 1917, entitled "A
joint resolution proposing an amend
ment to the Constitution of the State
the military service from the payment
of poll taxes"
Section l. Be it enacted by the General
Assembly of the State of Louisiana, That
sion Of 1917 be amended and re- enacted
SO as to read as follows:
A joint resolution proposing an amend
ment to Article 1913 of the Constitution of
the State of Louisiana, exempting per-
sons in the military service from the pay
ment of poll taxes; and authorizing them
to participate in primaries and other norni-
mating elections without registration or
the payment of poll taxes.
Section 2. Be it further enacted, etc.
That Section / of said Act be amended
and re~enacted so as to read as follows:
Be IL resolved by the General Assembly
of the State of Louisiana, two thirds of
all the members elected to each House
bers of Congress to be held in this State
on the 18th day of November, 1918. there
shall be submitted to the qualified cleo
tors Of the State. for their approval or
rejection, the following amendment to the
Constitution:
"Art. 1913. No person less than sixty
years OF age shall be permitted to vote
at any election in the State who shall
above described have paid on or before
the 3Ist day of December, of each year,
for the two years preceding the year in
which he offers to vote, a poll tax of one
in aid of the public schools of the parish
In which such tax shall have been col
lected; which tax Is hereby imposed on
every maid resident of this State. be-
The St. Charles herald. [volume] (Hahnville, La.) 1873-1993, 1918-10-05
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ACT, NO. 2o6.

House Bill No. 317. BY Mr.. Hamley
JOINT RESOLUTION
Proposing an amendment to the Consti-
tuition of the State of Louisiana, levy
ing special State tax not exceeding
one and one-half mills on the dollar
for the benefit of public education
Section l. Be it resolved by the General
Assembly of the State of Louisiana, two
thirds of all the members elected to each
House coneurring, That an amendment to
the Constitution of the State of Louisiana
be proposed and submitted to the qualified
electors of the State. for ratification or
rejection. as follows, to-wit:
There shall be levied on all the taxable
property in the State of Louisiana an an
nual State tax of one and one-half mills
on the dollar on its assessed valuation,
for the support of the public schools; pro-
yided that of the amount derived from the
levy on the City Of New Orleans. fifty
thousand dollars shall be paid annually
by the State Treasurer to the Commission
Council of the City of New Orleans for the
support and maintenance of the Isaac
Delgado Trade School OF the City of New
Orleans
Section q BE it further resolved, etc..
Tliat this amendment shall be submitted
to the duly qualified electors of the State
OF Louisiana, in accordancewith the pro-
visions Of the Constitution. to be voted
upon at the General Congressional Elec-
ton to be. held In November, 1918, and
there shall be printed upon the ballot:
FOR the amendment to the Constitution
levying special tax of one and sone-half
mills on the dollar for the support of the
public schools" and Against the amend
ment to the Constitution levying a spec
iai tax of one and one-half mills on the
dollar for the support of the public
schools. and each elector shall indicate,
as provided in the general election laws
: s.o tnis state, whether he votes for or
against said amendment
HEWITT BOUANCHAUD,
speaker of the House of Representatives.
r,a.. FERNAND MOUTON,
Senate
approved: July IL. 1918.
60. r G. PLEASANT,
true copy: -
JAMES J. BAILEY
secretary Of State.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

First Lieutenant Brown Caster,
was mustered out of service at Fl.
Sill, Oklahoma, Tuesday, where he
had been in the firing school, and
will arrive today to spend the holi-
J. A. Caster. He plans to resume
his law studies at Columbia Uni
versity, New York City, which he
gave up when he went to the first
officers training school at Platts-
burg, New York, where he won a
commission, and then saw year Of
service in France, returning to this
country last September. He was all
ready to return to France, having
orders to sail within five days when
peace was declared.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Roy Brown and our Kid" How
ard Beard, arrived yesterday from
the service of Uncle Sam. OF
course we we're glad to see Howard,
and he has acted ever since as
though he appreciated home better
than before he left us. He certain
ly has travelled a little, even if he
did not have the privilege of shoot
ing at the Huns, having crossed the
United States twice. They were at
Camp Upton on the Atlantic coast,
ready to embark when the Kaiser
flunked. Howard says that mad
der set of boys never got together
than they were when told they
would not get to go over, but us fell
lows at home were glad the boys
would not have to crOss.-Grand
River Local.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Oscar Beck, of Big Piney, Wyom-
ing, and his brother, Clark Beck, of
Caspar, Wyoming. came in Friday
evening from Omaha, where Oscar
had taken a little shipment of sur
plus cattle from James Mick elson's
big cattle ranch at Big Piney, and
mad mailed Mr.. Nicholson draft
for something over $4,000, this be-
ing the second shipment he has
sent to Omaha recently Oscar
Beck is now member Of the state
brand commission of Wyoming, and
Clark is in charge of. a big sheep
ranch at Casper. Both Oscar and
Clark have many good friends in
Decatur county, who were nightly
pleased to see them during their
visit here
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Since putting our subscription list
on a cash basis, in compliance with
the government request, we have
had number of complaints from
subscribers who are bothered every
week by neighbors borrowing their
paper. On account of non-payment
few names were dropped from the
list and there are others who for
some reason or other do not take
the paper, but depend on reading
their neighbor's paper. Usually
they borrow 1t before the subscriber
has finished reading it. We have no
leaves this ofleA and the fact that
there IRE some people who are too
tight to sub1cff6e Tor the paper, ID
to be reGfette6 About the only way
We know Of = Dee thSeo persons Who
l1oAb g tor two co..
T. 6 g. .
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Treasurer elect J. Wesley Chew
has appointed Bryan Robbins, Of
Decatur, who is now in the S. A. r.
c. at Ames, as deputy treasurer and
he will commence his duties with
the new year. Treasurer Elba
Shoemaker will return to his fine
farm near Grand River, and try to
make back some of the money it
has cost him to serve as treasurer.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The Burchett brothers, Willie and
Ralph, came home from the war
Tuesday, having received honorable
release from Uncle Sans naval
bosses. The boys certainly are glad
to get back to old Iowa, though
they speak in high praise of the
treatment which they received while
waiting to get chance at the
kaiser.--Grand River Local.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Miss Mabel Wright, of Leon, has
been appointed county chairman of
the Women's council of defense and
food administration in place Of Mrs.
Mabel Horner Jacobs, resigned.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

J. d. Bethards, of this city, has
received word that his nephew
Corporal Ray Bethards, was wound
ed in action on Nov. 5th. and is now
in base hospital in France He
was employed as street car con-
ductor in Columbus. Ohio, and en-
listed at Detroit, being assigned to
the 6lst infantry.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Buel J. Elmore, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Gold Gilmore, Of near Saline,
Mo-, died in France on Oct. 18th,
from pneumonia. He was a men,
Der of Co. G.. SSth division, and re-
ported at Camp Dodge on May 29th,
Sailing for France on August l 4th
He was "a years, 10 months and /
DAVIS old
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale---Duroc Jersey hogs:
Pedigreed Duroc Jersey males and
gifts, large type and extra good;
immune. Call or write w. J. S. Tay
lor, Humeston. Iowa 14tf
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

J. A. Daniels, of Garden Grove,
passed through Leon Saturday re-
turning from completing fine new
farm residence for Claude Beavers
on his farm east of Pleasanton, and
he has dandy good home, for Mr..
Daniels is one Of the best wOrkmen
in the whole state of Iowa
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Regular meeting Of Leon Post
O'Clock p. m, Dec. goth. Special
feature will be election of officers
A full attendance is desired.
Commander
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Orders for Kodak Enlargements
received up to Saturday night we
can promise in time for Christmas.
Cherrington's
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale-9O acres, about 80 ac-
res in CIVILIZATIONS; house, barn, two
good wells, g2k miles to Leon, 24
miles to Decatur on Leon and De-
catur state road. Call Mrs. A. Deck
Leon, Iowa. 19-tf.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

E. j. Sankey buys and sells land
on commission, makes farm loans on
approved security at the best rates,
and does general real estate bust
ness. Has had 20 years experience
in the business. Office upstairs at
northwest corner of Main and Com.
mercial streets. Leon. Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Silk Poplin for nice dress, a
good Christmas present. 5 40
poplin till Saturday night special
S1.l9 per yard HanSellS.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The Des Moines Capital IA months
for $500 on both new and old sub
scriptions if taken at once. Time
extended from the time your pres
ent subscription expires. Bring or
send in your subscription. Cher
ringtOn'S
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale-Coming two year old
Percheron stud colt, sired by Koch
SS237 (S9SS6), dam Maud 1884,
sire Agenda 1886 (45S96D. This
colt is sure a good one. }. &:
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The High School chorus will give
a Christmas cantata Monday even
ing, Dec 23rd, at the high school
building at s O'Clock. Everybody in
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale or Rent room house,
big garden, good water; all nicely To-
Gated in southwest Van Vert. This
is the l.. E. Brown property, can be
bought below its value or Will rent,
now vacant. Inquire Of 7. O. An
drew, Decatur.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

You had as we'll save on your
Christmas shopping if we have what
you want. Hansell's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

A. L. Arnold Of this city, has been
appointed district agent for the
standard Oil Co., succeeding Charles
Heatherington, who becomes gem
eral agent for. southern Iowa, hav-
ing charge of the district agencies.
Mr.. Arnold took charge Of the busi-
ness the first of the week, and will
make his headquarters in this city.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Will the parties who took wheel
from an implement at my home Hal
lowe'en please return it? J. w. But
ler lS-2t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Handkerchiefs by the hundred
from 7 cents up--useful presents
and inexpensive. J. w. Hurst &
CO
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

@ ivory things-Mirrors, Fill e 8,
Drushes. Boxes, Trays. Always IN
rood taste for presents. !. w.
Hurst Z Co
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Jonas Hoffhines received word the
past week of the death Of his eldest
brother at his home in OHIO.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The ladies Of the Presbyterian
church will hold their bazaar Fri
day afternoon, Dec. goth, also serve
supper. 1911.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

A pair of nice warm felt slippers
for her Christmas present. ). w.
Hurst & Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Christmas program Tuesday ev-
ening at the Christian church; sun
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

ing your eyes corrected by DR.. Web
er, the eye and ear doctor, on Fri
day, December 81, from a. m. to 2
p. m. at Hotel Leon. Examination
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The infant son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Hugh Teale, of Kellerton, died last
Friday and was buried on Saturday
afternoon at Kellerton. Mrs. Teale
was formerly Miss Minnie Miller, of
this city, and their friends here ex-
tend their sympathy.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19
IN Leon

A very complete showing in guar
anteed silks. Hansell's.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Collars-Collar filings, silk or
wash collars for Christmas gifts.
j. w. Hurst & Co.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Rent-A three room house
and ten lots in Smith addition.
Phone Mack Cox, Leon.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale-Hay and oats at the
farm. G.. A. Long.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale-l6 head coming ? year
old choice Angus steers and heifers
Cary O. Andrew, Leon, r. /. lift
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Rent--A good farm. Clarence
Hedges, Garden Grove. 4S-tf
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

There will be a meeting Of the
Pythian Sisters, Thursday evening,
Dec. 18th All members are urged
to be present
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

You can buy any pair all leather
shoes in our shelves up till Satur-
day night sat 10 per cent discount.
HanSell'S
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

More nice handkerchiefs than
vou have seen this Christmas any
ijrice from S cents to IS cents each.
HanSell'a
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

Mems or Ladies' felt slippers, all
sorts and priced 20 cents to Sl.Io.
HanSell'S
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

See Barnum before you purchase
that Christmas present.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

A nice silk petticoat for her
Christmas. HanselIs.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Rent-A room mouse TWO
blocks northeast Of the court house.
Phone Mack Cox, Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The many friends of John Weld
ner. former well known Eden
township farmer, will be pleased to
learn he is coming back to Decatur
county within a few days, having
contracted with c. M. Axes to take
charge of his pure bred White Face
herd of cattle. Mr. Weidner is an
experienced stock man, and Mr..
Axes considers himself fortunate in
securing him.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

The Leon Savings Bank Is prepar-
ed to make some good farm loans at
reae ~nable rates
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1918-12-19

For Sale-75 shocks OF corn with
corn on Offie Leeper. See J. E.
Leeper if you want it.