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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
A Single One Escaped.

Rev. Cyrus Townsend Brady, in mar
rating the experiences OLA Missionary
In the Great West" recalls in The La
dies Home Journal his visit to n town
which had been more or less abandon
ed for II years.
81 could not" he says, find a single
member of the church left except one
old lady who had been bedridden for a
number of years. Yes, she said In an
swer to my inquiry, Il am still men,
Der of the Episcopal church, | reckon.
We did have about q dozen members
once. There was And she called
over a number of names. interrupt
ed her i'm each case by asking what
had become Of them. She's joined the
Latter Day Saints, was the answer
when the object of my question had
neither removed nor died. 1t seems to
me everybody has joined the Latter
Day Saints | commented. Yes she
replied; most every one. They had a
revival here and got them all except
me- why didn't they get your ask
ed. Il reckon because was bedridden.
and they could not get at me- she said
frankly"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Income Of a Sleeping Car.

The income or earning capacity of a
sleeping car is considerable. Take the
run from New York TO Chicago, 1000
miles. Every road I'm the United States
pays cents a mile for the privilege Of
hauling sleeper and contracts to re-
turn said car I'm as good shape as IL Is
received and to pay for all damages.
The journey on the limited expresses
to Chicago is made in "a hours; there
fore the car earns $50 day for travel.
If it is full, which is generally the
case, receipts from berths, sections and
staterooms amount to $lS5, making a
total revenue OF 1925 day. Out of
this must come the wages Of the por-
ter and conductor-the latter. however
usually having charge Of several cars
the towels, sheets, soap, ice, etc, the
whole amounting to but a small sum.
Then there are the wear and tear and
general depreciation. the daily clean
ing, the annual refitting and repaint-
ing. Set these charges down at 10 per
cent and give the car three trips a
week of 1000 miles each. and we have
its earnings at over 100000 annually.
Some can earn great deal more
Kansas City Journal.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

In an elevated train sat a,dignified.
severe looking lady In her lap lay
a thick book. whose manih paper COW
er bore the stamp of the \. w. G. A.
library. Beside her was a bundle and
beside the bundle little flat tin box
The seat facing her was occupied by
very young man and white haired
old man, rather nervous. but with a
kind and interested expression.
AS the train slowed up for the Fiji
tieth street station the lady gathered
up her bundle, rose and began to ell
bow her way through the crowded
aisle toward the door. The young man
looked Mt the little tin box left on the
seat, but did not bulge. The old gen
tleman no sooner spied IL than he grab
bed 1t, stumbled over the young mans
feet and gently touched the ladys
shoulder, gracefully lifting his hat as
she turned around.
A look ut the box and then a look at
him. That was all. The train had
stopped. and there was no time for
words, but that look she gave him was
calculated to have the same effect as
right arm blow. And IL did
He sank back into his seat dunn
founded. The young man laughed out
right, and the other passengers grin
ned Putting on his spectacles, the old
man brought the object near his eyes,
and the look of amaZement on his face
gave way to a sickly smile as he read
I'm large, gilt letters, "All Tobacco
Cigarettes. New York Mail and Ex-
press.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
A "womnn,s Right. Person.

An old Virginia gentleman arose in a
car the other day and with a great
flourish of his SLOUGH hat offered his
seat to beautiful and handsomely
dressed woman
"Take my seat, madam" he politely
requested. The lady demurred. Take
my seat, beg Of you, madam" he in
sisted. II could not allow n lady to
stand, unless" he added under his
breath. "she was one of those women's
rights people"
The lady bristled visibly. a." she
said in freezing tone-'J am a WON
ans rights person
Take my seat just the same, mad
am" said the gallant old gentleman
smilingly. "You are too good looking
to be suspected of it If you hadn't con-
fessed. "-Leslie's Weekly.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Passing of the Old Maid.

The old maid OF the past-sour, scan
dial loving. sharp of temper and of fea-
lures - Is now almost an unknown
quantity. The unmarried woman Of
today who has passed her twenties is
CHEEKY, active, busy and useful. Gen
orally she is In business or has some
special art, profession or accomplish
ment to which she devotes herself.
Anyway she Is not idle. She finds
many things to employ her hands and
brains. She has little time for gossip
and less inclination. Culture and oc-
cupation have broadened her nature
and given her charity and WISDOM
Mrs. Mary f. Bryan In Macon Tele-
graph.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

It's Coming is Looked Forward to
With Both Joy and Fear and ito
Safe Arrival is Hailed With
Pride and Delight by AL.

The arrival of the first baby in the
household is the happiest and most i'm
portant event of married life. The young
wife who is TO become mother delights
to think of the happiness in store for her
when the little one shall nestle upon her
breast and latterly she shall hear il lisp
the sweet and holy name, mother"
But her happy anticipation quickly van
ishes when she realizes the terrible pain
and suffering through which she must
pass while bringing the little one into
the world. An Understandable fear OF the
danger attendant upon the ordeal soon
dissipates her joyfulness.
Thousands of women have learned
by experience that there Is absolutely
no necessity for the sufferings which at
tend childbirth; they know that by
the use of "Mother'S Friends scien-
tific liniment-for a few weeks before
the trying hour, expectant mothers can
80 prepare themselves for the final
hour that the pain and suffering OF the
dreaded event are entirely obviated and
il is safely passed through with COM
paratively little discomfort.
All women are interested, and es-
pecially expectant mothers who for the
first time have to undergo this trial, in
such remedy for they know the pain
and suffering, to say nothing of the dan
ger, which is in store for them. Moth
er's Friend" is woman's greatest bles-
sing, for it takes her safely through the
severest ordeal of her life. Every woman
should be glad to read the little book
Before Baby is Born" which contains
information of great value to all. II
will be sent free to any one who sends
their address to The Bradheld Regu.
lator Co., Atlanta, Ga.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
PnnribIe Explanation Of II.

II wonder what's the matter with
Willie jenkins? He's been getting into
all sorts Of mischief of late, especially
Thursday afternoons"
ooh, that's easily explained. That's
the afternoon Mrs. jenkins goes to
mothers meeting to yp5cuss the proper
method OF child education and disci-
piine. Chicago Post.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Odd BuriaIa-

Not long ago there died I'm a north
London suburb lady who wished to
be buried in the bedstead In which she
had lain continuously for nearly a
quarter Of Il century prior to her de-
cease, and 10 insure, as she thought
her wishes being respected she left a
plump contingent legacy 10 a relative.
AS the bedstead in question. however,
was of the old -four post" variety, and
an unusually massive specimen at that,
the cemetery authorities objected.
Eventually n compromise was effected.
The bedstead was taken to pieces, and
from the timber so obtained sort Of
box coffin was constructed for the re-
ception of the remains.
1t Is, however, among the mining
population that instances of funeral &C.
centriclty are most common. Jack
Hustler, n coal newer of Tong, near
Leeds, who died the other day at the
age Of 81, was buried in coffin con-
structed to his own specification 20
years ago. Ii was made of pitch pine
with silver handles, and the lid was
hinged at one end. The deceased was
buried with lump of coal which he
had carefully preserved for years. II
served as his pillow. and his tobacco
and pipe also found place beside him.
This latter custom is said to be very
prevalent among the coal miners. The
tin miners of Cornwall almost invari-
ably include an umbrella among the
coffin furniture"
1t would be interesting to learn the
origin and significance of this strange
use.-London Express.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
One Too Many For Him,

"Ha, ha! They served that fellow
right" exclaimed Mrs. Henpeck as she
finished reading the report of bigamy
case.
what is 1t, my dearr asked her
husband.
"He was arrested and very prompt
ly jailed because he took one wife too
many"
Heavens! wonder If they'll be
after me xtT-Philadelphia Press.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Snake Burglar Alarm.

One OF our correspondents tells a sto-
ry of tame snake that was so intel
ligent that one night while it was
roaming about the house of Its owner,
1t caught a burglar In the dining room.
The snake coiled Itself around the legs
Of the burglar and with its tail reached
bell on the dining room table and,
ringing 1t vigorously, alarmed the
household, resulting i'm the capture of
the burglar Bradford Star.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Easily Forgotten.

Cant you remember the principal
acts Of your various mayorsy' asked
the man who was trying to compile a
history of the city.
mot very we'll" alphabetically re-
piled the old citizen. Our mayors are
so short lived. you know. they don't
make much impression on the memory.
They go I'm one year and out the 9th
er."-Chicago Tribune.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Practical AnnIIcafinn.

A certain minister during his dis
course one Sabbath morning said, I'm
each blade Of grass there is sermon"
The following day one of his flock
discovered the good man pushing a
lawnmower about his yard and paused
to say. well, parson. I'm glad to see
you engaged In cutting your sermons
short!" Chicago News.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Ceiling On

"How are you getting on with your
photography
We'll" answered the young man
with brown finger tips, Pm doing bet
ter. The snap shot portrait | took of
Mr.. Curmudge must have been recog-
nizable."
You are sure Of that
Perfectly, for as soon as Curmudge
saw 1t he said he could whip the man
who made that picture. "-EXchange
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

When n baby cries at an entertain
ment, turn around and look dlsapprov-
ingly ut its mother. She Is not pinch
ing 1t to make II cry, Is trying her best
to hush II and probably had no one to
leave 1t with ut home. But that makes
no difference. BY no means remember
that you were a baby once YOURSELF
Atrhison Globe.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Preferred to Have Her Talk.

They were exchanging "reminiscences
OF pleasant evening.
"And what did your wife say when
you got homer" asked one.
Nothing" answered the other.
Nothing? Well, you were in luck"
"Oh. | don't know. I'd rather dodge
words than some other things. New
York Mail and Express.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
All Gone Save Experience.

Cleverton-Now that you have sue
ceeded in getting on such intimate
terms with New York's most exclusive
literary set and meeting so many dis
tinguished men | don't see what you
want To quit for.
Dashaway fact is I haven't u
cent left.-Smart Set.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Toysu,IIov III, Own Advice

81 had horrible dream last night"
said Huddleston when he came down
to breakfast the other morning.
what was it," asked his wife.
81 dreamed that was In purgatory
and was made to do all the things
had told my friends ] would do II
were In their places. Brooklyn Life.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
The very Reasou.

dolly, what made you have lilies on
your hat? They'll be out of style In a
few weeks"
How funny you are. Polly! You
asked me a question and then answer
ed II Yourself Chicago Record.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Near IL.

Shopman-Here is very nice thing
In revolving bookcases, madam.
Mrs. Newrich-Oh. are those revoly-
Ing bookcases? | thought they called
them circulating libraries - London
King.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

For some reason the man who has
no money to buy food Is never seized
with desire to acquire fame by break
ing all records for fasting. -AtchIscn
Globe
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

Try thin slices OF pork on the breast
OF turkey or chicken when roasting.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

In Japan every child is taught To
write with both hands.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

nkDp W0DM We guarantee 10 remove
Ihfh WUhM tape worm or refund your
money Medicine entirely harmless and no ill
effects from the use Testimonials furnished.
Enclose So and address the Curtis Medicine
Co., Chicago, M. Remember your money
refunded III the medicine fails References,
any bank in the city
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16
Aspiration md Realization.

Hills Cat the depot)-Going away,
Mills?
Mills-Yes; going to seek my fortune.
Want to go along?
Hills-No; I've just returned from
seeking mine. by the way. could you
loan me 81 till you get back 7-Chicago
News.
The dressmaker seems all right but
her work is only sew-sew.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-08-16

In India books have to be carefully
protected against insects.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
TRIAL TREATMENT B. B. B FREE.
CURES BLOOD POISON, sCoFULA, ECZEMA,
RHEUMATISM, AND ALL BLOOD
TROUBLES.

The Botanic Blood Balm (B. B. B }
treatment for impure blood and skin
disease Is now recognized as sure and
certain cure for the most advanced
stages of cancer, eating sores, eczema,
itching skin humors, scabs or scales,
syphllitic blood poison, scrofula, ulcers,
persistent eruptions, pimples, bolls,
aches and pains in bones, joints or
back, swollen glands, rlsings and
bumps on the skin, rheumatism or
catarrh, or any form of skin or blood
diseases. Men, women and children
are being cured in every State by
Botanic Blood Balm for purifying the
blood, and expelIing the germs and
humors from the entire system, leaving
the skin free from eruptions, and rosy
with evidence of pure, rich blood. No
sufferer need longer despalr,-help is at
hand,--n matter how many oiscour-
agements you may have met with,
Botanic Blood Balm (B. B. b. cures
permanently and quickly. To satisfy
the doubters we will give to any suffer-
or a trial treatment absolutely free
so that they may test this wonderful
remedy. B. B. B. Botanic Blood
Balm) sold by all drug stores with COM
plete directions tor home treatment for
81. per large bottle. For free trial
treatment, address Blood Balm Co.,
Mitchell Street, Atlanta, Ga, and Trial
Treatment will be sent at once. Write
to-day. Describe trouble, and tree
medical advice given. Over 5000 vol
untary testimonials of cures by using
Blood Balm. Thoroughly tested for
8Oyears.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
A Loud Call For The Best Men.

october Success.
Never before was the call for trained
men so loud as now. They are in de-
mand everywhere. Not only In the
professions, but also In business houses,
manufacturing establishments, and
even on the farm, they are in demand.
The farmer who understands chemist ~,
who is able to alalyze the forces OF
nature, to mix brains with his soil, will
be the great farmer OF the future.
There is an increased demand every
where for college educated men. We
find them occupying the best positions
In our insurance, banking, manufacture
ing. and transportation institutions.
Never before was the call for literally
educated men and women 80 great as
today, and the market for brains and
education is constantly widening. A
manager of large manufacturing in
accept anything but college men, or,
at least, men trained in polytechnic
schools, IT it can possibly avoid it. He
says that their ultimate success Is
much greater than that OF men not ed
ucated at college, and that they are
able to adapt themselves to all sur
roundings, and to meet new conditions
better than men with q limited educa-
ton.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08

Do not get scared if your heart
troubles you. Most likely you suffer
from INDIGESTION. Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure digests what you eat and gives
the worn out stomach perfect rest. 1t
81 the only preparation known that
completely digests all classes Of foods ;
that is why 1t cures the worst cases OF
Indigestion and stomach troubles after
everything else has failed. It may be
taken in all conditions and cannot help
but do you good.-E. T. Whitehead &
Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
mercury
Potash Ia
Make
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Not Cures

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ehnur 1yudd doctors, Scar be dp t make aT@Lp S. not
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The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
$500 REWARD.

We will pay the above reward fol-
any case of LIVER Complaint, Dyspep.
STA, Sick Headache, Indigestion, Con-
stipation, or Costiveness we cannot
cure with Liyerlta, the Up-to-Date
Little Liver Pill, when the directions
are strictly complied with. They are
purely Vegetable and never fail to give
satisfaction. 25c. boxes contain 100
Pills, loo. boxes contain 40 Pills, SC.
boxes contain Is Pills. Beware OF
substitutions and limitations. Sent by
mail. Stamps taken. NERvITA Med
IcAL Co., Cor. Clinton and Jackson
Sts., Chicago, Ill. For sale by E. T.
Whitehead 4 Co., Druggists, Scotland
Neck, N. G.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
No Difference.

English Customer Ito manager OF
restaurant)-I see, Signor Maraschino,
that the American gentleman and his
wife, who have just left, drank moth
ing but water with their dinner. Does
that make much difference In their
bill7
Signor Maraschino-Not ting, sir.
They pay same as yourself and lady,
who ave champagne; oderwise 'ow
should we live?-LOndon Punch.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
Robert E. Lee.

Manufacturers Record.
An attempt made last week on the
editorial page OF the New Yorx Sun TO
he.mirch the fame Of Robert r. Lee
tsi,ea in its inception. Robert E. Lees
nlace in history IS fixed. HE greatness
IF mind and heart, his honesty OF por-
NOS. and conduct, his loftiness Ia VIC
tory and defeat are qualities recognized
as essential influences to the bettermen'
of humanity. They are In higher es
TEEN than his greatness as a warrior
For them his memory Is held sacred
and will endure even longer than the
pure. noble memorial of him at Lexing
ton, where he sleeps. Robert E. Lee
needs no defence against assaults OF
viIeness and malice. The author OF
the latest, aspiring to infamy, has con-
demned himself by unwilling dellnea-
ton OF his own character. He has
shown himself incapable OF compre-
bending that man may refuse bride /;
that he may place principle above pelf,
and that he may be willing to suffer
material loss, and even to lay down his
life, in adherence to principle. He has
thereby declared himself lacking in
elementary preparation even to gaze
upon the character of Lee. However, in
emphasizing acts which revealed Ro-
bert E. Lees self, the author of the
screed in the New York Sun has paid
that tribute to greatness which even
the lowest may bring.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08
J BLOOD POISON.

Blood Poison
al Of
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08

Torturing skin eruptions, burns and
sores are soothed at once and promptly
healed by applying DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve, the best known cure for
piles. Beware of worthless counter
feits.-E. T. Whitehead & Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1900-11-08

No other pills can equal DeWitt's
Little Early Risers for promptness, Ger
tainty and eficiency.-E. T. White
heed & Co.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1900-05-03
Sidewalk Resolution

BE it resolved by the City Council of
the City of Missouri Valley, Iowa, that
9 sidewalk Effect wide be constructed
along the north side of Lot No. G, of
Block No. 8, in said city. That the
owner of said lot be required to con-
struct such walk according to the pro-
visions of Ordinance No. "a Of said
city, being entitled IAN Ordinance
Concerning Sidew alks," That such
walk shall completed within -. days
after publication or SERVICE Of th;s res
olutiou as provided by the Ordinance
above referred to.
State Of Iowa, 40
City of Missouri Valley o.
l, T.. f. James, Mayor of the City of
Missouri Valley, Iowa, do hereby GER
tify that the above resolution was duly
aud legally adopted by the city council
of said city at meeting of said coun-
Gil held on the lst of May, 1900.
Witness my hand this and day of
May, 1900.
E. E. JAMES,
Mayor of Missouri Valley, Iowa
Copy served on A. Stritzel.
w. A. SHELTON,
/ Marshal Of Missouri Valley, Iowa.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1900-05-03
Sidewalk Resolution

Re it resolved by the City Council of
the City of Missouri Valley, Iowa, that
a s,den ak IL feet wide be constructed
along the north line of Lot No. Il of
Block No. 8, in said city. That the
owner of said LOT be required to con-
strnct s,,ch walk according to the pro.
visions of Ordinance No. GA of said
city being entitled Gan Ordinance
Concerning Sidewalks" That such
walk shall be completed within 20 days
after publican or service of this reso-
LUTON as provided by the Ordinance
above referred to.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1900-05-03
Sidewalk Resolution.

BE it Resolved by the City Council
of the City of Missouri Valley, Iowa,
that q side walk ~ feet wide be con-
structed along the North Side of Lot
No. 81" of block No. z in said City.
That the owner of said lot be required
to construct such WALL according to
the provisions of Ordinance No 81 of
said City, being entitled can Ordin-.
ance Concerning Sidewalks" That
such walk shall be completed within
49,. days after publication or service
of this resolution Us provided by the
Ordinance above referred to.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1900-05-03
Sidewalk Resolution.

BE it Resolved by the City Council
of the City of Missouri Valley, Iowa,
that sidewalk IL feet wide be con-
structed along the South Side of Lots
"B"" I'D" "E" of Block No IL in
said City. That the owner of said lot
be required to construct such walk
according to the provisions of Ordin.
snce No 81 of SAID City, being entitled
IAN Ordinance Concerning Sidewalks
That such walk shall be completed
within. i. days after publication or
service Of this resolution as provided
by the Ordinance above referred to.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1900-05-03
Sidewalk RESOLUTION

lie it resolved by the City Council Of
the City of Missouri Valley, Iowa, that
a sidewalk II feet wide be constructed
along the north side "f Lot No. ID of
Block No. i'll said city. That the
owner of said lot be required to con-
struct such walk according 10 the pro-
visions of Ordinance No. 81 of said
city, being entitled IAN Ordinance
Concerning Sidewalks" That such
walk shall be completed within 49,.
days after publication OF service of
this resolution as provided by the Or
dinance above referred to.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1900-05-03
Marshal of Missouri Valley, low
Sidewalk Resolution

BE it resolved by the City Council of
the City .f Missouri Valley, Iowa, that
q sidewalk = feet wide be constructed
along tue west side of the South SO
f et of Block No. 81, IN said city
That the owner of said lot be- required
to construct such walk according to
the PROVISIONS Of Ordinance No 81 of
said city, being entitled IAN Ordin-
ance Concerning Sidewalks" That
such walk shall be completed within
.. days Of publication OF service of
this resolution AS provided by the Or
dinance above referred to.