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La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12
REGISTR0 CIVIL
MATF2IMONIOSY Y NACIMIENTOS

Durante ell aflo 1900 Sc celehraron en-
esta ciudad 141 matrimonios, descompues
tos asf:
Cat6licos, 80 civiles ~ I24 solte
ros CON solteras; 8 viudos oon viudas; IN
soltero con una viuds.
Los naoimientos registrados sscien-
den d 42e. De ellos III varones legftimos,
1Os naturales, expositos, 80 hembras le.
gftimas y SO naturales.
No Sc puede quejar Ell bello sexo de
Caguas. Ciento ousrenta y un matrimonios
en- un aflo, va son cdsOri0s.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12
T.. MUNOZ RIVERA.
L. MUNOZ RIVERA.
Una carta del Sr. BIanco
VerdN6es OMseyxgNs

Damos hoy sitio de preferential a
a carta que nos dirlge nuestro respe-
table Y distinguido amigo don Ju-
Ian i. Blanco, con motive de uno
De nuestros editoriales.
Ri sefior Blanco es uno de los
luchadores mas Antiques de este pals;
una de las fguras honorables de nues-
ira politica colonial; fue un caracter
una energia; es, pues, una autorl-
dad. Su carta encierra verdades muJ
amarQas; verdades que nosotros he
mos repetido mas de una vez, pero
que en- el periodo porque atravesamos
no esta demas insistir en- elias.
La falta de espacio no nos per-
mite extendernos en- las consideraclo-
nes que el sefor Blanco apunta en- su
carta. Manana 10 haremos.
San Juan, P. r., 9 Febrero de l.9Ol
Sr. Director de LA DEMocRAC1A.
Caguas.
Muy senor mio y distinguldo
amigo. 'separsdo completamente de
los Tsrtidos en- que por desgracia es-
ta diyidido Ell pals, desde hace dos
amos me iubil6 retirandome de la vi
da pdblica, y para hacerlo meJor,
puso el Atlantico de por medic, resi-
diendo en- Europa la mayor Parte de
ese tempo.
Pero ell hombre propone y Dlos
dispone, y ante Ell abismo que he
visto empuiada nuestra isla por Ell
bill Hollander, convertible va en- ley,
me he lanzado otra vez a la palestra,
como puerto-riqueno amante del te-
ru6o nativo, y como americana ce-
loso del honor y ell prestigio del
gran pueblo que desde nino anne
tambi6n, al verle iluminando el mum
DO con la antorcha de la Libertad.
Y otra vez en- ell palenque, leo
los peri6dicos que aqui SO publican;
Y en- el nGmero de anteayer del
lustrado que usted dirige. he vlsto
su editorial t1tulad0 Kill DereCno uo
conquista>, cuya lectura Pone la
pluma con que le escribo en- mis- ma
nos.
ReG6rese en- 6l 10 que ocurrlo
Ia pocos dias en- una escuela de
Varones graduada de ese pueblo,
entire el maestro de la misma y una
prCfesora americana de kindergarten,
que entr6 en- ella con el proposlto de
e1aminar los educandos; que el
PrlmerO le pregunt6 81 slendo la
ultima maestro principal, podia IN
troducirse en- una escuela agena pa
fa investigar sus adelantes, y que
cuando cualquiera habria contestado
9legativamente, la profesora respon-
uo que 81, por ser continental, cuyo
earacter le bastaba.
\ a renglon seguido dice su
editorial, que ESQ ha ocurrldo AMI a
Principles de la vigesima centurla,
J que ell examen Sc verlhco, y e.
0atlvO tuvO que inclinar La frente
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12
La m0rtaIidad en- Caguas.

La mortalidad en- Caguas por diver
SOS oonceptos del aflo 1890 al 1900 irolu
sive, arrojo un total de Gill ,defanciones
en- la proportion siguiente:
Ano 1890. SIS; 1891, 371; 1892.
SAT; 1898. 29o; 1894, 537; 1895, 487;
1896, SAT; 1897, $50; 1898, 7e5; 1899,
783 1900, e21.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12
PARTID0 FEDERAL
CoNHITE EJ vO
CONVOCAToRIA

FH Comite ejecutivO federal en- session. de 26 de
EnerO 6ltimO, acOrdO que SO cOnvOque a. Comit6 di
pIenO para las sesiOnes empezaram eI
ain "a del presente mes. EN- La Capital de Puerto Hi
90 Como eI cOrreO Sc eXfravfan frecuencia
cartaS circuIares POI1ticas ruegO tOdos los seho-
20. que dichO COnli6 dire ctivo que
coneurrir la fecha fijada atin cuandO ban
;nvitaci6n especial En este casO pueden recIamar-
la en- las c1nas del parfidO, Caguas.
a,aeuas FebrerO d dc 1901.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12
FA!RE|lMIl!A!ClA INA PEREZ AV!LES
ArecibO. Puerto Rico.

ArecibO, Puerto Rico. Plaza PrinciDaI
La antigua acetad famac ue del Lcdo Freites
del ha
urdo por complete prmea
su clase la Isa
depcho de las formulas esa de intelligence personal
baio la Immediate direction del Perez Avles
eabecmiento
ductos qumicos inventados apicados a la eapeutica
producos de han
Exposcione
baratsimos.
ri Perez don Pedro Rios ea da
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12

obra de arte puede pasar d la farmaoia de
este donde se exhibe al pnblico.
La democracia. (Ponce, P.R.) 1890-1948, 1901-02-12
BALNEARI0 De C0AM0
HOTEL Y RESTAURANT

bien estan
de auraci6n nroducen muy adeanadas
comodd guste
dicho eabmiento astencia
da, sseo comfort servcio rival en- la isla
Toas las noches salon de descanso hay vda
acredado professor maestro coposo Don rnesto del Castillo
Juan Box
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
Does n paw to Buy Cheap

A cheap remedy for coughs and colds
is all right, but you want something
that will relieve and cure the more
severe and dangerous results OF throat
and lung troubles. What shall you do?
Go to a warmer and more regular eli
mate? Yes, il possible; II not possible
for you, then in either case take the
ONLY remedy that has been introduced
in all civilized countries with success
in severe throat and lung troubles,
"Boschee's Gesman Syrup" 1t not
only heals and stimulates the tissues to
destroy disease germ, but allays milan.
nation, causes easy expectoration,
gives a good nights rest, and cures
the patient. Try ONE bottle. Rec.
commended many years by all druggists
In the world. Get Green's Prize Aim
anac. w. /. Benedict, druggist
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
An Advertising scheme.

Several old acquaintances Of the late
ID. II. McAlpln, the tobacco manufac-
turer, were discussing his business sue
cess In On up town club. and one Of
them told the following story as Illus
trating the farreaching effect Of COM
paratively Insignificant things some
times.
ut was after Mr.. McAlpin was well
started in the tobacco business" he
said, "that an enterprising rival began
to cut into his business by advertising
that he placed a dime in every tenth
package Of tobacco put up in his fac
tory. One day foreman of the pack
ing room went to Mr.. McAlpin and
said:
al have a suggestion to make that
promises TO knock out this dime In ev-
cry tenth package scheme of your rival
VIII you hear it?
eyes; so ahead
"'Well then, just put a dime In ev-
cry package Of tobacco put up in our
shop and don't advertise IL. 1t will adj
vertse itself quickly enough
"Mr. McAlpin saw that the sugges-
ton was good, and he accepted It. 1t
cost him a good deal Of money. but It's
success warranted 1t. Within q few
weeks farmers were buying McAlpin
tobacco, knowing that they would find
money In each package, and If they
had found diamonds 1t would not have
surprised them."-New York Sun.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

Other things besides money are coun-
terfeited, and purchasers of old china
have TO be continually on their guard
or they will be paying many dollars
for what is worth only a few cents.
"The market is full Of imitation CHI
ma" said lower Fourth avenue dealer
In antiques who was asked about the
matter. Persons who rely on marks
are sure to be deceived, for marks are
easily initiated, and there is not one
that has escaped forgery.
Both French and English manufac-
turers forge all Of the most sought aft
er marks and find sale for their prod
ucts. In looking for old china l find
that every mark Of Importance has
been forged from Dresden to Worces-
ter and Crown Derby, not excepting
old Sevres. Every day would be pur-
chasers come here and visit other New
York shops, looking for china, and have
no mortal idea at all correct Of what
they are buying. Yet they will talk
after q most learned fashion and will
take offense at the very suggestion
that they may be deceived.
IF you are going to Judge of china
by its marks or evidence Of its age
and use from discoloration cracks and
chipping, you are more than likely to
be cheated, for all of these things are
easy for an expert and dishonest deal
er to initiate. If you are not judge Of
china, then hire an honest expert to
purchase for you."-New York Herald.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
All on Account of the Boots.

AS sergeant was bawling out his
orders In a barracks In Dublin and
watching the line of feet as the raw re-
crults endeavored to obey the word of
command he found, to his astonish-
ment, that one pair of feet, more no.
ticeable on account Of their extra large
size, never turned.
Without taking his eyes off those feet
the sergeant bawled out q second or
der:
About FACET
He could see that all the feet except
those he watched turned in obedience.
Rushing up to the owner, little fell
low, he seized him by the shoulder,
shouting:
why don't you turn with the restY
Il did" replied the trembling recruit.
you did, Ell? Well, l watched your
feet and they never moved"
Its the boots they gave me, sir, ;"
said the poor fellow. They're so large
that when l turn my feet turns inside
of them."-London Answers.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

Don't be a grumbler. Some people
contrive to get hold of the prickly
side of everything, to run against all
the sharp corners and find out all the
disagreeable things. Half the
strength spent in growing would
often set things straight. You might
as we'll make up your mind to begin
with, no one has ever yet found the
world as he would like it, but you are
to take your share of troubles and bear
them sturdily. You will be very sure
to have burdens laid upon you that
belong to other people unless you are
a shirk yourself: but don't grumble.
If the work needs doing, and you can
do it never mind the other person
who ought to have done it but didn't.
Those workers who fill up the gaps
smooth away the rough spots and fin
ish up the jobs that others leave un-
done-they are the true peacemakers
and worth whole regiment of growl-
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
SHILOH.

Several from this place were in Ionia
Saturday.
Ed. and Ora Decker were in Green
Vile Saturday.
Frank Cummings OF Ionia, spent part
of last week at L. =. Guptil's.
Mrs. Stella Maynard spent Saturday
with her mother, Mrs. Laura Dow.
Miss Eunice Essex of Bedding spent
part of last week with friends here.
Miss Effie Fuller of Bedding has been
visiting among relatives here the past
few days.
Andrew Maynard and family spent
the Fourth with his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. F. w. Maynard.
Frank and Fred Comstock and fami.
lies, came home to spend the 4th with
their parents, Mr.. aud Mrs. b. Com.
stock.
Levi Heath and wife were in Brock
enridge, a couple OF days last week the
guest of their daughter, Mrs. Loren
Race.
Shiloh was in the midst OF big cele-
bration on the night OF July 4th, when
it was discovered big storm was com
ing, and the people began to seek
shelter, some were fortunate enough to
get to their destinations while those
who we're not had to remain over night,
or until after the rain.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
BIDS WANTED.

1t having been determined by the
Common Council of the city of Bel
ding to extend the water mains in the
city of Bedding, the undersigned COM
mittees request bids on the following
extensions:
FIRST WARD-Extension of two
blocks west on May street.
THIRD WARD-Extension of two
blocks south on Bridge street.
Those desiring to lay and construct
said water mains please file bid for
each extension with the alderman of
the respective ward in which said
main is situated.
O. j. BARKER, Com. 1st ward
JOHN COLES, Com. Bird ward.
For further particulars and informa-
ton call on or address the above
named committee.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
DETRoIrLIvE STOCK MARKET.

Michigan Central Live Stock Yards,
Detroit, July 9.-The demand for live
cattle is fairly active this week receipts
have been liberal of late. The following
prices are being paid at the Detroit
Live Stock Market: Prime steers and
heifers. s4.75(G5 25; handy butchers
cattle, 81 OO(G4 go; common S2.75(G3.90;
Gamers cows, $1.5O(G2. 80; stockers
and feeders, dull, steady, 81 % ca 400.
Mich cows active at $25(d45; calves
active at SIS 0O(GS6.5O.
sheen and lambs active: prime lambs
s6 .OO(0S6. 50, mixed, S3.5O(G4.5O; culls,
2.OO(G$2 so. :.
Hogs are the leading feature In this
market, light receipts trade is active at
the D. flowing prices: Prime mediums
as .eO(1s; 90; Workers, s5.9O(d5.06; pigs,
Is. 9O(a5 81; roughs, $5.OO(d5 80; stays, /
off; cripples, 81 per cwt of.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

Ypsilanti has decided that the side
walks of that city should be con-
structed of cement and has adopted
the Jackson sidewalk ordinance, with
two changes. Ypsilanti property own
ers will be required to pay two-thirds
of the cost and the city one-third,
whereas in Jackson the expense is
evenly divided. Ypsilanti will order
the street commissioner to build the
walks and they are Immediately made
charge against the property. How
long will it be before Bedding will get
in line with other progressive cities
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

Rev. Reed Stuart and Rev. Nehemi-
all Boynton uttered sincere tributes
Saturday over the body of the late
Governor Pingree. They did not at
tempt hattering eulogy, but plain
statement of facts. They acknowl-
edged the weaknesses of the man, but
at the same time brought out his
strong points. These two divines
knew Governor Pingree-the real Pin
gree-perhaps better than the major
ity of people.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
SlCHTlSEEINCII 4 EUROPE.

Two Tourists from Ionta County
| Having Good Time and Enjoy
ing Their Trip Very Much.
w. l.. Peck of lonia who 10 company
with Chas. A. Wagner of this city is
"doing" Europe, writes as follows for
the Ionia Sentinel, which we take the
liberty OF giving our readers:
Rome, June 24.-Here we are at last
in the Eternal City, arrived last Satur-
day, and as the weather is so hot during
the noon hour here that it is better 10
keep quiet, will tell you few things
that we are seeing and doing.
When In New York we found it TO
our advantage to change our Itinerary
somewhat, thereby saving considerable
time.
We:sailed on the St. Paul direct 10
Southampton, thence tot Havre and
Paris where we spent nine days. We
we're on. the go continually with our
guide. We spentaconsiderable time
visiting the Louvre, the most important
public building in France, anG also the
Palais-Royal, Tuleries, Palace de Lux
emburg, Notre Dame, Tomb OF Napole-
on L., also Palace of Versailles, about
10 miles from Paris, is one OF the most
beautiful and interesting spots that
hass been our privilege TO see. The
gardens at the back of the palace with
their ornamental sheets OF water are in
the same condition as when first laid
out. A more artificial arrangement
can hardly be conceived. From there
we went to the Grand Trianon, hand
some villa in the form OF horseshoe,
builded by Louis XIV for Madame de
Maintenon. We also took in the Eltiel
tower, 9S4 feet high, and penned our
names on the top with countless others.
From Paris we went to Marsellles,
the second city in France, long
ride of ID hours. There is nothing OF
special interest here. Next we land in
Nice which is quaint little city well
worth seeing, thence on to Monte Carlo
where we spent the day viewing the
beautiful scenery and going through
the casino and watching the various
games in operation. There are as many
women Sin the game" as men, and
were as reckless as any. 1t takes your
breath away to see the manner in
which money is handled here. We
went next to Genoa, which is noted for
its narrow streets and foul breath.
There are several churches and gar
dens worth visiting.
From here we go to Pisa and ascend
the famous leaning tower Of Pisa. The
top is reached by 294 steps, a long
journey, but we'll worth taking. We
also visited the famous cathedral
which is very interesting; thence on
to Rome, where we are seeing tie
sights of ancient history.
Yesterday Sunday we attended
mass in st. Peters, and in the after
noon took ride on the "Appian
Way" which is interesting. In the
evening we saw the Colosseum by
moonlight, when the words written by
Byron can be fully appreciated by
those familiar with them.
From here we 90 to Naples, thence
back north to Switzerland. We are
having a splendid time and enjoying
the best of health.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
LACK OF REST.
The Man or Woman Who Fails to Get Re-
freshing sleep IL ON Health's Down
Grade-Belding People Know
The Remedy.

Graue-beluinkf hnOW
The Remedy.
1t is a feature of the worry and hustle
OF present day living that wakefulness
and restlessness beget headaches, Ian
gour, failing strength, people 20 at
their work in listless, half-harted
way. Ordinary treatments haze no
effect because they have not the ecret
power of organizing nerve force PEE
culiar TO Dr. A. w. Chase's Nerve
Pills the great success OF which at
tested by residents OF Beleing.
MIR. ID. .. Thompson, Engineer at
Silk Mills, Belding, Mich, saye-".I
can speak highly OF DIR. A w Gases
Nerve Pills. For two or three Years
past have been troubled a good dea,
with nervous headaches. / got some
of the Nerve. Pills. at. GonnalL Bros.
drug store and BEGAN their use. soon
noticed an Improvement, my APPETITE
improved, gained in weight, ested
well and felt In every way 90 mich
better"
Dr.. A. w. Chase's Nerve PTS are
sold at soc box at dealers or Ir. A..
w. Chase Medicine Co., Buffalo,y. Y.
See that portrait aud signaturef A.
w. Chase M. ID. are on every pac age.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

The editor of one of our exchanges
evidently got little excited over the
recent electric storm that visited this
section, as his next issue contained
the following: "There are moments
when one does not wish to be alone
and one of them is when the lurld ana
unpleasant lightning plays leap-frog
with the barns in the next lot and the
little angels roll cannon balls down
the back stairs"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

No discovery ia medicine has ever
created one quarter OF the excitement
that has been caused by DR.. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption. It's
saverest tests have been on hopeless
victims OF Consumption, Pneumonia,
Hemorrhage, Pleurisy and Bronchitis,
thousan,,s of whom IL has restored to
perfect health. For Coughs, Colds,
Asthma. Crouo =, Hay Fever, Hoarseness
and Whooping Cough II Is the quick
est, surest In the world. III Is sold oy
Cornell Bros. who guarantee satisiac-
tion or refund money. Large bottles
SOC and sl.00. Trial bottles Fee,
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
More In Sorrow Than Anger.

Judge" said the lady who was ac-
cused of battering her husband, "it Is
true that struck him, but the weapon
used proves that did so more In sor-
row than In anger"
what did you hit him with"
a sadiron, your honor" Baltimore
American.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
EITHER PHONE.

The Michigan Portland Cement
Company, of Coldwater and Quincy,
is unable to pay the interest on its
bonds. This seems little strange in
view of the number of new cement
factories that are being built in yari-
Gus parts of the state. If this con-
Germ cannot be conducted successfully
the prospects are not bright for the
naw ones
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
new ones.

The inventors are directing their
attention to the automobile in the be-
lief that it is to have a permanent
place and is not passing fad. The
number of applications that are be-
ing received for patents on devices
for automobiles is so great that 1t mas
been found necessary to have five
special examiners on this work in the
patent office.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
Bids for Coal.

Bids to furnish coal delivered at the
school houses in Bedding will be re-
ceiyed up TO q O'Clock p. IN. on or be-
fore July 10, 1901. Two cars of soft
Hooking Valley domestic lump coal
or its equivalent, to be delivered as
required. One car of Philadelphia
and Reading stove coal No. 4, or its
equivalent, TO be delivered on or be-
fore Sept. /, 1901: bids to be on both.
BY order of Board of Education.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
Very Grave.

Twiddle-l read last night OF a man
who was buried alive so that he might
know what the sensation Is like.
Twaddle-Don't you think that was a
very grave thing to do?-Ohio State
IournoI
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
Architectural.

81 am disappointed in Uncle Toms
Cabin"
well, what did you expect? A Queen
Anne villa Y-Detroit Journal.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

The greatest healer OF modern times
is Banner Salve for cuts, wounds, sores
piles and all skin diseases. 1t Is guar
anteed. Use no substitute. w. l..
BENEDICT
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

The piles that annoy you so will be
quickly and permanently healed if you
use DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. Be
ware OF worthless counterfcits. WI.
Benedict.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

Science has found that rheunatism
Is caused by uric acid in the blood.
This poison should be excreted by the
kidneys. Foley's Kidney Cure always
makes them well. w. /. Benedict.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
what two cents will do.

II will bring relief to sufferers from
asthma or consumption, even in the
worst cases. This is about what one
dose OF Foley's Honey and Tar costs
Isn't 1T worth trial w. /. Benedict
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

A had complexion generally results
from inactive liver and bowels. In all
such cases DeWitt's Little Early Ris
ers produce gratifying results. w. l.
Benedict,
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11

WM. +. SANDELL, Loan Broker. short
w time loans on any form OF good security
Long time loans on high class real estate Sc
curity. ONCE at The Commercial Bank
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1901-07-11
EXCURSIONS
VIA THR
PERE MARQUETTE
VA BEACH AND GRAN
RAPIDS.
Sunday, July II.

Train will leave Bedding at 9.lO a.
III. Returning, leave Ottawa Beach
$3.50, Grand Rapids at 7:3O p. IN. Rate
ottawa Beach Sl.00. Grand Rapids
60 cents
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-06-17
SEEKING LOW TARIFF RATES.
Cuban Economical md Commercial
Associations Representative Here.

Cuban Economical md Commercial
Associations Representative Here.
Dr. Abad. who was in Washington, sew
eraI months ago. as secretary Of the Gu
ban Economical Commission, has returned
here as permanent representative of the
Allied Economical and Commercial As
sociatious Of Cuba. He called at the War
Department today for an interview with
the Secretary of War on the economical
condition of Cuba, and when Congress
meets he viii present information from
the commercial concerns of Cuba which
it Is expected will result in the adoption
by the United States of a reciprocity tar
if agreement with Cuba
What the planters and business men Of
Cuba are particularly anxious to secure
is a reduction in the tariff on sugar and
every effort will be made to secure this
during the next session of Congress Gen
eraI Wood is known to favor such d re-
duction and has recommended to the
President that Congress be asked to make
a reduction not only Of the tariff on su-
gar but also tobacco.
General Wood in a recent Communica-
ton 10 the Secretary OF War on the sub
ject pointed out that the financial condi-
ton Of the island makes such a reduction
almost a necessity and it is said that the
President will recommend to Congress
that Q reduction Of some kind be made.