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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28

Lodema Smith Holmes was born IN
the township of Lusern, county OF
Warren, N. Y, December %, 1929,
and was called home December %,
1899. When a young child she moved
with her parents to Canada She was
converted to God at the age of sixteen
and joined the Free Will Baptist
church of which she remained mem
Der until her removal to Michigan,
then she united with the Episcopal
Methodist, of which she was member
at the time of her death. She was
married to Fred w. Holmes Decembe
I, 1853. They lived in Canada until
the spring Of 1867, when they came to
Orleans, lonia county, and purchased
the farm upon which they now reside.
There was born TO them four children,
three sons and daughter, all of whom
are now living. Through her long i'll
ness she was the most patient of suffer
ers, and often talked of the heavenly
home to which she was going. A home
is bereft of loving wife and mother.
The sixth annual meeting of the
stockholders of the Spencer Electric
Light and Power Co. was held Deem
Der is, 1899, 1912 shares of stock being
represented out of the 1000 shares is
sued. The following officers and direc-
tors were elected: President, f. L..
Spencer; vice president, O. +. Web
ster; treasurer, L. Frank Ireland; sec
rotary, w. =. Hetherington; directors,
M. M. Belding, A. N. Belding, F. l..
Spencer, w. J. Hills, T. F. Ireland, f.
A. Washburn, II. f. Barry, o. F..
Webster, w. T. Hetherington. 1t was
decided to place an order with the
General Electric Co. for one of their
latest type dynamos, capable Of pro-
ducing 5000 incandescent lights. This
fact seems to show that the old COM
pany are still doing business and con-
template remaining some time longer.
f. A. Washburn has been busy the
past month Sticking up around the
boarding house, painting same and
converting the old Wilson barn into a
fine warehouse. Now that so many
improvements have been made in that
would it not be good
idea If the party owning the old Frank
lin house barn would paint it, so as to
be in keeping with the rest of the
property.
Mrs. Caroline Sabin, mother of Geo.
b. Sabn and Mrs. j. Fl. Godfrey, died
at the residence of the latter, Wednes-
day morning. She would have been so
years OF age next March. Funeral
Friday morning at 1890 at Congrega-
tional church.
The case against the boy Allie Cut
Ter, was discontinued Wednesday, the
parties having effected settlement.
The case against Brook Stahlin for
non-support, brought by hiss wife, has
also been dropped.
Rev. J. J.. Staley was the recipient
OF an elegant Won Hofe fishing reel, a
Christmas present from eight OF his
gentlemen friends.
Leave nothing to chance, trust not
in luck. The grip of faith, united to
hard work accomplishes wonders.
LosT-A new gold bracelet with
three silver hearts attached. Will
finder please leave at BANNER Office.
LoST-Between Mrs. Traub's and A.
Behrendts Penny Store, ladies pock-
etbook. Finder please return to Penny
Store and receive reward.
LosT-On Friday evening, small
gold ring, diamond setting. Finder
please notify Lock Box 700, and claim
rev ard.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28
BUSINESS LOCALS.

Cut prices on winter foot-we at the
City Shoe Store. K. II. SPENCER.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28

To save expense of moving, will sell
one bedroom suite and some chairs.
Mrs. GEO. SMITH.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28

WANTED: 100 customers to select
from our stock OF shoes.
"A. THURMAN, Shoe Dealer.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28

Don't forget O. +. Webster at the
Pleasant street feed store when you
want coal and wood.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28

DR.. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, the
great stomach remedy, is now sold by
Fisk Bangs.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28

. Wedding Invitations Banner office.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-12-28
THE BELDING BANNER
WHAT is GOING ON.

Thursday. December 80.
SIP. MI. o. Foresters.
Monday, january 4.
1880 p. NIX. o. Il. M.
Tuesday, January 2.
7:30 p. NIX. OF Il.
1880 p. MI. o. o. +.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

of the cornerstone then began. c. E.
The president warmly greeted the Of
fcials, then turned and bowed to the
group of brawny-armed workmen who
were to complete the laying of the o r
ner-stone. Judge Christian c. Kohl
saat, chairman of the committee on
ceremonies, introduced Secretary OF
the Treasury Lyman ]. Gage as pre-
siding officer for the cornerstone ex-
ercises.
~ecretar Gage Cheered.
The secretary was warmly cheered
as he stepped forward and made the
opening address.
At the conclusion of Secretary Cages
brief address, Rev. Frank w. Gunsau-
lus offered a brief but impressive pray
er. the president and all the members
of his party ~uncovering as DIR. Gun
saulus asked a blessing on the cere-
mony.
Secretary Gage introduced Postmas-
ter-General Smith. He was also greet
ed with much applause, and made a
brief but patriotic address.
The Cornerstone Laying.
The actual ceremonies of the laying
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
THE TRANSVAAL SITUATION.
Ammunition for the BOers-May, Pay
for Apathy in BloOd-kruEer's
Faith in God.

London, Oct. 10.-The complete
dearth of news since afternoon from
the Cape, on which all attention is
riveted, is poorly compensated for by
the mass of minor details published
concerning the preparations for the
dispatch of the army corps and specu-
lation as to the length and character
of the debates when parliament meets.
In official circles there is said to be
apprehension that the radicals will Of
fer protracted opposition to the gov
ernment's policy in South Africa,
which will possibly make ~prorogation'
and Christmas near neighbors.
Lord Salisbury's whip to the lords
issued last night. said parliament will
deal with matters of grave moment.
The latest dispatch from Laurence
MARQUES. relating to the chasing OF
the steamer Guelph by the cruiser
Philomel, caused some stir, and espe-
cially as it was announced the Guelph
had landed at Durham Ala cases of am
munitions for the Beers. There is a
general feeling that ammunition ought
not to be allowed to be forwarded.
The Pail Mall Gazette, referring to
the matter, says:
"There is hope that the ammunition
will be seized at Durham, as Natal pos
sesses a ministry whose loyalty is I'M
questioned. Had not the Filipinos
been given arms by Americans with
which to fight Spain, Gen. Otis would
long ago have been enjoying his ease
at home. Similarly with the Beers, we
may have to pay heavily in blood for
the apathy the Cape government has
exhibited in this manner"
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Ninth Division.
WONDERFUL STREET PAGEANT
The Most Spectacular Outdoor Feature OF
the Entire Festival in
Chicago.

Chicago. Oct. 1O.-The most spectac
ular outdoor feature of the entire fall
festival. the parade of All Nations,
took place last night, and was viewed
by thousands, the streets in the down
town districts being literally a solid
mass of humanity for the entire length
of the parade. The parade in which
marched representatives of IA coun-
tries, including Germany, Venezuela,
Switzerland, BAIL, the Netherlands.
Austria-Hungary, Scotland, Armenia
and Assyria, Belgium, China, Italy and
the United States. included nearly 60
floats, some of them extremely beautiful
and novel. The one that attracted the
most attention was the Chinese dragon,
which was shipped here from San
Francisco, for the All Nations parade.
The dragon, which was nearly 800 feet
long, was carried on the shoulders OF
200 men and in its immense Jaws and
nostrils were burned red and green
fire in quantities that lit up the parade
for blocks. Among the floats were two
in the German section, M represent.
ing the Triumph of Music" the other
Germany's gifts to this country, both
beautifully illuminated with calcium
lights. In the Netherlands section.
a feat represented an old Dutch wind.
mill, with women in the bridal cos.
tune of 800 years ago, and Alpine
floats, representing scenes in the Alps,
The parade was to have been reviewed
by President Mckinley, but on &C.
count of the lateness of the hour at
which the Miles civic parade was con
cluded and the Chicago Day banquet
at the Auditorium, at which the presi-
lent and other distinguished visitor,
were the guests of honor, this wal
found to be impossible.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
THE GRAND
A Monster Military and Civic DEM
OnstratiOn.

n Monster M1l1tary anu ClVlc Dc">
~OnstratiOn.
Chicago, Oct. 10.-The military, ma
val and civic parade was reviewed by
President Mckinley, Don Ignacio Ma
riscal, minister of foreign affairs of
Mexico, Premier Laurier of Canada,
and other distinguished guests of Chi
cago. The day was fine, and the line
of march was damned by spectators
windows, roofs and every available
space where a foothold could be Sc
cured, being occupied. The parade
began to form as the ceremonies of
laying the cornerstone of the federal
building were being concluded. At
the conclusion of the cornerstone
ceremonies President Mckinley and
the presidential party, with other dis
tinguished visitors, were escorted to
the Union League club. where they
partook of a hurried luncheon, which
concluded the presidential party were
driven to their places in the line.
The parade was led by Chief of Po-
lice Ripley and staff, with a battalion
of police. Following came the Mexi-
IAN band of 40 pieces. and the Ameri-
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Sixth Division.

Band of forty pieces.
Col. {. r. l.. KOCH, marshal
Chicago HussarS and mounted cltizehs
cOrpS
Chicago
Cook County Democracy.
Clan-nd-Gael Guards.
United States Juniors.
Band of forty pieces:
Howe Military school.
University of Chicago students.
Northwestern University students.
Band.
Cook County Republican Marching club.
Uniformed Rank knights OF 81; george.
Uniformed Rank Knights of Maccabees.
Uniformed Rank Knights of Pyth1as-
Armour Cadets and other juvenile orSan-
iZatiOns.
Second Polish Military Corps OF America
Gen. s. chmid
Sons of Father Matthew.
Catholic Total Abstinence Cadets, ant
other juvenile organizations.
Seventh Division.
First Brigade Band forty pieces.
Marshal Charles U Gordon and stan.
Postal clerks.
Carrier Sergeants.
Special delivery messengers.
Letter carriers.
Eighth Division.
Band of forty pieces.
Marshal Edward Carroll and aides.
Chicago Federation of Labor.
BriCklayerS' union.
Plumbers Benevolent association.
Building Trades council
Steam Filters.
Gas Filters.
Bridge and structural iron workers.
Store Cutters Union.
Sheet and metal iron workers.
Carpenters.
Painters.
Ninth Division.
Marshal, Fire Chief Dennis J. Swenie and
staff.
Fire Engines.
Trucks.
Patrol wagons.
Hook and ladder wagons.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
A HI DRIVER
to Him When Was
Least ObliEinG.

One of the most delightful women in New
York is one who discarded her waist line
years ago. She is built on the order OF the
tub, but she has a genial and accommodate
ins disposition and laughs heartily when she
tells this story on herself:
She had been to the Catskills for a few
weeks, staying at one of those mountain top
houses that it takes you four hours to, drive
up to and half an hour to come dow from.
She was met at the nearest railway station,
she and half a dozen others, by a stage that
set off up the mountain road 1t was hot and
the stout lady had a kind heart. She pitied
the horses and as the road grew sleeper she
volunteered to get out and walk. The driver
helped her down and she tru6ged along as
far as she could. Then she wa helped into
the stage again and at the next steep grade
she insisted on Being helped out. She had
returned to the carriage another time, when
they came to a still sleeper stretch OF road
way. The stout lady was just too tired to
aWeTI,s she said, .T'm not going to get out
again: I'm too tired"
The driver turned to her with look Of
gratitude. -,
THAT'S all right" he said. "Set still. I'd
a lot rather haul you than heft you in and
out so often"
And he "hauled" her to the very steps of
the hotel.-N. Y. Sun.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Full Faith In the Almighty.

Pretoria, Oct. 10.-President Kruger,
in the course of an interview, said he
regarded the situation as very grave
and considered it very difficult to pre-
dict coming events. The landing OF
British reinforcements in Natal, he
said, did not trouble him as he had
full faith in the Almighty. Mr.. Kru-
ger declared he knew nothing OF the
reported intention of Mr.. Hojneyr, the
Afrikander leader, and J. Rose Innes,
under secretary of the native affairs
in South Africa, to come to Pretoria,
and that there was nothing further
known regarding the suggested arbI-
tration by the United States.
President Kruger will celebrate his
seventy-fifth birthday to-day.
State Secretary Reitz yesterday said
that negotiations were pending re-
garding mediation by the United
States, but nothing had been decided.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Attached for over Half a Million.

New York, Oct. 10.-The sheriff has
received an attachment for S619,750
against the property of VIM. c. Con-
nor. of Dallas, Tex, in favor of Charles
L. Gregory and James l.. Bell, brok-
ers, for services in procuring purchas
FRS of bonds of the Dallas Termina,
Railway and Union Depot Co. and tho
Dallas, Fort Worth & Gulf Railway
Co., of Texas. A deputy sheriff served
= COP of the attachment on officers OF
a local trust company. The attach
ment was granted on the ground that
the defendant was a nonresident
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
GENERAL SCHWAN'S ADVANCE.
Marked the March San
Francisco de MaIabOn

Manila, Oct. 1O.-Gen. Schwan's col
umn, consisting of the Thirteenth in
fantry, a battalion of the Fourteenth
infantry, two troops of cavalry, Capt.
Riley's battery of the Fifth artillery
and loves scouts, continued the adj
vance yesterday towards San Francis
co de Malabon, meeting with little re-
~sistance and suffering no casualties.
The enemy fell back steadily.
Last evening the column rested be-
tween Santa Cruz and San Francisco
de Malabon. Provisions are being cor
veyed to Rosario, between Novelette, and
Santa Cruz.
The American camp is within sight
of San Francisco de Malabon. the
stronghold of the insurgents in the
province of Cayite, where the FillpinOS
are said to number 1000. During the
march from Novcleta to Rosario, only
a few shots were fired. This large
coast town was literally filled with
white flags. The Americans captured
200 or 800 men, many of the filipinos
changing their clothing for white cos
tunes. The bay of Rosario was filled
with hundreds of boats, in which the
people had spent an exciting night.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

Kinley then pronounced the stone set,
and resumed his seat as the workmen
settled the stone in its place.
Senator VIM. +. Mason was next in
troduced, and made a brief address on
behalf of the city of Chicago. The
ceremonies concluded with the offer
ing of benediction by DIR. Gunsaulus.
President Mckinley and party then
arose and were again escorted across
the boulevard to the Union League
club, where the president was the
guest of the federal committee at
luncheon.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Portugal Ready to Assist England.

Lisbon, Oct. 1O.-The papers here ex-
press Il rather anti-Boer feeling. The
SecuIo declares that although England
has not asked Portugal to abandon her
neutrality, the Portuguese war min
lister, Gen. Telles, is prepared TO send
5000 men to South Africa within a
fortnight.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

Chicago, Oct. 10.-Surrounded by
men who guide the diplomatic rela-
tons of three governments, and in the
presence of thousands of spectators,
President VIM. Mckinley formally laid
the cornerstone of the magnificent
new federal building of Chicago. The
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Cant. saHoId m Albanian.

Washington, Oct. 1O.-Capt. Marion
B. Safold, Thirteenth infantry, who
lost his life in the attack on Noveleta.
Sunday, was a graduate of the military
academy in the class of 1897. He was
born at Selma, Ala. September 1, 1886.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
To Raise the Spanish Ayat.

Manila. Oct. 1O.-An expedition COM
posed of tie United States gunboats
Callao and Manila, with an armored
fatbcat and steam pump, has left Ca
yite for the River Pasig or Belts. which
empties into Manila bay on the north
side, with a view of raising the Span
ish river gunboat A-yat, purposely
sunk in the river by the Spaniards.
which is reported to be in good condi-
ton.
The United States gunboat Helena,
with a body of marines from the Balti-
mere, preceded the expedition to make
soundings at the mouth of the river.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Give the children a DRINK

called Grain-O. 1t is a delicious, appetizing,
nourishing food drink to take the place Of
coffee. Sold by all grocers and liked by all
who have used it, because when properly
prepared it tastes like the finest coffee but
is free from all its injurious properties.
Graiu-O aids digestion and strengthens the
nerves. 1t is not q stimulant but a health
builder, and children, as well as adults, can
drink it with great benefit Costs about I a.
much as coffee. Is and 25c.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

can band of 60 pieces, preceding Chief
Marshal Gen. Wesley Merritt, U. S. a..
and staff, of which Gen. n. Y. Sheri.
dan acted as chief. Next came Col.
Edward C. Young and staff, followed
by the First Illinois cavalry, unde.
command of Maj. Frank B. Alsip. As
sistant Chief Marshal Gen. Joseph B.
Stockton and staff, and Col. C. w. La
ing, adjutant general, with over 200
aides de camp, followed.
The divisions of the parade were as
follows:
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
Fifth Division.

Band of forty pieces.
Marshall ]. II. Barley and stan.
First brigade Uniformed Rank Knights o.
PythiaS.
Regiments and battalion from adjoining
States.
Fifth Illinois regiment Uniformed RAM
knights of Pythias.
brigade Uniformed Rank Knight.
of Pythias.
First Illinois regiment Uniformed Rank
knights of Pythias.
Seventh Illinois regiment Uniformed RAM
knights of Pythias.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

"Of all the delegates that I met at that
Christian Endeavor convention" said pr.
Hill. 81 liked him the best who, on being
asked what his business was, said: i am a
cheer-up-odist. success.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

Lawyer-"You say that you were in the
saloon at the time of the assault referred
to in the complaint" Witness-.NI wal,
sir" Lawyer-"Did you take cognizance 81
don't know what he called it, but ! took
what the rest did."-Boston Courier.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

0linister Of Foreign Affairs Of the Repub-
lie of Mexico.)
considerable difficulty that the troops
Of cavalry and the police forming the
presidents escort could clear a space
wide enough for the carriages contain
ing the president and members OF his
cabinet and other guests, to pass, and
as the carriages slowly made their way
ND the boulevard toward the federal
building, the applause became terrific
and continuous. The president fire.
quently arose and DOTTED his hat in re-
spouse.
At the Union League Club.
At the entrance of the Union League
club the president and the members
of his party alighted, and after a brief
reception were escorted across Jackson
boulevard to the platform in front of
the federal building. A perfect hurri-
cane of cheers greeted the president
rs he was escorted to the dais at the
aide of which the cornerstone was
suspended ready for the ceremony.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
GREAIDAY MgH|CAGQ.
Tho Occasion the Laying of the
Corner Stone of the New
Federal Building.
PRESIDENT M'KIHLEY OBLIGATED.

The Cornerstone Laying Followed
by n Monster Military, Naval and
Civic Procession, Which was Re-
viewed by the President and 9th
er guished Visitors.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
First Division.


Band of forty pieces.
Gen. c.. S. Bentley. marshal and stan.
Second Squadron First Illinois cavalry.
President Mckinley and three member o.
the reception committee in a carriage.
Guard of honor, sixteen cavalrymen.
Cabinet officers and members OF the re-
ception committee in carriages.
Minister MariScal of Mexico and three
members of the reception commit
tee in a carriage.
Guard of honor, sixteen. cavalrymen:
Carriages containing members OF the Mex
lean party and members OF the re-
ceptiOn committee.
Grand Army of the Republic veterans, ex-
confederates.
Carriage containing Premier Laurler OF
Canada and members OF the citl-
zenS' committee
Guard Of honor, sixteen caVairymen.
ing the premier of Canad and mem
bers of the citizens committee.
Carriage containing Generals Wade n
Carriages containing judges of the United
States supreme court, United states
senators and representatives. gov
rnorS and other noted officials,
each preceded by mounted
staff officers followed.
Second Division.
Band of forty pieces.
Gen. J. b. Inman, marshal, and stan
Grand Army of the Republic and confed-
ate veterans.
Illinois State Band OF forty pieces.
Col. G. NJ. Moulton and staff.
Veterans of the Spanish-American war
Third Division.
Band of forty pieces.
Marshal ". J. Wilson and stan.
Seamen and marines of the United states
steamship Michigan, with two
Calling guns.
Officers of the United States navy In car
riageS.
Seamen from the United States revenue
cutters Morrill, and FeSsenden.
Carriages containing naval officers.
The Farragut Naval Veteran association.
The Illinois Naval Veteran association.
Naval Veterans of the Spanish-American
War.
United States life-saving service.
Fourth Division.
Gen. Charles Fitzsimmons and stan
First Regiment Illinois National Guard
Second Illinois National Guard;
Seventh Illinois National Guard.
Eighth Battalion Illinois National Guard.
Light Battery Fifth United States artil-
lery.
Band of thirty pieces.
Illinois Naval Militia.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14
President WieIds the TroweI.

The president then stepped to the
side of the uplifted mass of Illinois
limestone, and taking a t-owelful OF
mortar from the board, he threw it on
the base of the stone. AS he did so,
. band stationed in the reviewing
stand played 1.-The Star Spangled Ban
ner," and as the notes of the national
anthem were heard, the crowd again
broke into cheers, the noise almost
drowning the music. President Nc
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

Kremer, secretary of the federal COM
mittee, arose and formally announced
that the stone was ready. and read the
list of articles placed within it. Pres
dent Mckinley was introduced by Sec
rotary Gage, and as the president
stepped forward to receive the trowel
from the hands of Architect Henry
Ives Cobb, the crowds again burst
forth into cheer after cheer, the APP
plause not ceasing until the president
raised his head.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1899-10-14

Long before the hour set for the GER
emonies the streets surrounding the
block on which the steel skeleton Of
the new building stands, were packed
from curb to curb with pushing,
jostling people, anxious to get a
glimpse of the nations president and
the distinguished visitors from other
countries, while every window in the
gaily decorated sky scrapers surround
ing the federal building was taken adj
vantage of. Even on the steel girders
of the federal building itself were
perched hundreds of venturesome Gu
riosity seekers.
4 Roar of Cheering.
Shortly before ten o'clock a roar of
cheering down Jackson boulevard an
nounced the coming of President Nc
kinney and his party. 1t was with