Exhibit e: I.V.A. Fighting Squad Touring North Dakota

I found this in the papers handed down to me.  I have contacted the Westhope Standard in hope that this exact article may be found.  When it is found, I will post here.  The paper was typed on an old typewriter.  Here is the text:

The following was copied from the Westhope Standard, 1919.  the IVA (Independent Voters Association) was fighting the Non Partisan League and were touring the state.  E. W. Everson, a former leaguer, was the primary mover behind the IVA.

There were several members of the touring squad described but only Mr. Everson is described here.

Hon. E. W. Everson

President of the IVA dubbed by the leaders of the Non Partisan League as the “Grizzly Bear”.  Served two years in the legislative where his progressive tendency and knowledge of farm economy made him a figure to be reconed with, even though he seldom makes any noise.  Anti-Townites who come to rally will wait to see Mr. Everson for details as to the plans and the purposes of the Independent Voters Association.

It is fascinating reading about what others have written about E. W. Everson.  I find it really helps to understand myself.  This is the article that gave me E. W. Everson’s nickname, the ”Grizzly Bear”.  Thus, the inspiration behind the name “Grizzly Groundswell”.  Come join us and watch the Grizzly Groundswell Grow!