t of a state, being the forty-third State to join the great Federal
Union. Since that time her growth and development have been continuous
and rapid.

Mining, lumbering, manufacturing, and agricultural pursuits are the
principal resources of the State.

FORM OF GOVERNMENT.

The Constitution of the State of Idaho, like those of the other states
in the Union, is modeled after the Constitution of the United States. It
contains:

A Preamble, setting forth the purposes of the Constitution.

A Declaration, called the Bill of Rights, containing twenty-one
sections.

Provision for dividing the powers of government into three departments.

Articles relating to taxation, suffrage, public schools, corporations,
militia, immigration, labor, amendments, and other public affairs.

Preamble.--"We, the people of the State of Idaho, grateful to
Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and promote our
common welfare, do establish this constitution."

Declaration of Rights.--The Bill of Rights is a declaration of
privileges retained by the people, which the departments of government
are expressly prohibited from invading. The most important provisions in
the Bill of Rights may be classed under the following headings:
democratic principles; personal security; private property; freedom of
religion, speech, and of the press; and security against military
tyranny.

Democratic Principles.--All men are equal before the law, and are
protected in the enjoyment of life, property, and the pursuit of
happiness.

All power is inherent in the people.

Personal Security.--The people have the right to bear arms for
their safety and defense, but this privilege is regulated by appropriate
legislation.

The people shall be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and other
possessions against unreasonable searches and seizures.

There shall be no imprisonment for debt except in cases of fraud.

Private Property.--Private property shall not be taken for public use
except a necessity therefore exists, and then only after just
compensation has been paid.

Religion.--The free exercise and enjoyment of religious faith and
worship shall forever be guaranteed.

No religious test shall be required for holding public office.

Freedom of Speech and of the Press.--Every person may freely speak,
write, and publish on any subject, but he is held responsible for the
abuse of that liberty,

Freedom of Meeting.--The people shall have