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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
PROF. SEARS LONG SENTENCE.
Conclusion Altar on, So the Glass Was
Excused.

Excused.
One warm afternoon in June Prof
Sears OF Brown university was lectur-
Ing TO his class In American literature.
Several members had fitted from
the room during the moments when
his eyes were on his manuscript. but
beyond the remark that the room zap
peared to be leaking" he took no no
tice Of the fact.
His paper for the day. like the 9th.
ers he delivered. had been prepared
at his home. long distance from the
college. The accurate eye Of the stu.
dent who sat nearest him had noted
that II appeared less bulky than usual
but even he was not prepared for what
followed.
Right In the middle OF sentence
the professor stopped. He repeated
the opening words and again halted
at the same point. Looking up from
Ills desk. with Just the slightest
twinkle In his eye. he said:
Gentlemen, the remainder of this
sentence Is two miles from here. The
class is excused"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
A CASE OF IT

The following is but on of many
similar occurring daily in Belding 1t
Is an easy matter 10 verify lis cor
rectness. Surely you cannot ask for
better proof than such conclus evil
dence.
William Hough of Alderman street
say: There is noquestion about the
merits of Doan's Kidney Pills. suf-
fered from backache and kidney com
plant ever since | was in the army.
| have often been laid up perfectly
helpless for weeks at a time and on a
occasion was laid up for whole year
For the past five years | have been
unable 10 do anything until this sum
mer. | was examined little over a
year ago and was put ON the disabled
list SD you NAV know that | was in
pretty hard shape. | dociored a
great deal and tried every kind of
medicine | heard of to be good for
kidney ailments but never found any
thing 10 give much relief until got
a box of ID ans Kidney Pills at Con-
nell Bros. drug store. They just SIM
ply put me on my feet. Since taking
a course of Doan's Kidney Pills |
have been able to do quite good
days work. Some thing had not
been able to do for some years. was
cutting corn all day ON the Water
man Farm. Doan's Kidney Pills were
God send TO me. | rccomme nded
them to every body | hear complaining
of having backache or any kinney
trouble"
cor safe by all Dealers. PriCe5O cents.
FOSTER-MILBURN CO.,
BUFFALO, N. ",
Sole Agents for the United states.
Remember the name. Doan' y. take no subs itutc
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
BARTONVILLE.

Several from this place attended
the funeral of Aaron Osborne last
sunday.
Miss Mamie Braden returned TO her
home i'm Grand Rapids last Saturday
after spending a week with Lucie
Richmond.
Visitors at Walter VIII ties Sund y
Mrs NJ. A Godfrey and son of Oak
field, Morris Kinds and wife Of Smy
rna, Mrs. Rebecca Wigpins and her
Mrs. Carrie HelmeF of Eur
eka, Kansas. Mrs Almira Ring OF
Grand Rapids and J. L. Snyder and
wife.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Public Aroused.

The public is aroused to a knowl-
dye OF curative merits OF that great
medicinal tonic, Electric Bitters,
FOR sick stomach, liver and kidneys.
Mary II. Walters, of $40 ST. Clair ave.
Columbus, O., writes: For several
months | was given up TO die. | had
fever and ague, my nerves were
wrecked; could not sleep and my
stomach was so weak, from useless
doctors drugs, that | could not eat.
soon after beginning To take Eclec-
trio Bitters, obtained relief, and In
a short time ] was entirely cured I"
Guaranteed at Cornell Bros. drug
store; price soc.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
war Against Consumption.

Al nations are endeayoring to check
the ravages of consumption, the
white plague" that claims SO many
victims each year. Foley's Honey and
Tar cures coughs and colds perfectly
and you are in no danger Of consump-
ton. DO not risk your health by TAX
ing some unknown preparation when
Foley's Honey and Tar is safe and
certain ia results. Ask for Fole Us
Honey and Tar and insist upon hav-
ing il. Sold by w. T. Benedict.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
woLVERToN PLAINS.

G. w. Bevins, wife and daughter of
California are the guestsof his cousin
II. ID Osgood.
f. Il. Wise, III ID Osgood and f. G.
Wise with their wives attended the
funeral of A. Osborne at Bedding Sun
day.
The l.. o. Il. NJ. treated the Sir
Knights to ice cream and cake Mon
day night. They had fine prog am
of music also
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
GRATTAN.

| HG iWb dd1S tam 10 ldl III
ers think of their oats in the field.
Mrs. Laura Clemens and daughte
Mrs. Beach are visiting Grand Rapid
relatives.
Mrs. Sarah .Lessiter of Bedding Il
visiting the old home friends and at
tended the pioneer picnic Of Oakiel6
and CORTLAND held with Mr.. and Mrs
Frank Bowman, Aug. -
fhe ice cream social held with Mr.
and Mrs, A. Slayton Aug. IL was vel
attended This society holds the
next social with Mr.. and Mrs Til
3eardslee Sept. |, p IN. Annual cleo.
ton of officers.
The next meeting of the Grattau
Silver Grays will be held OF the
Grange hall, Aug. 30, al day. Picnic
dinner and good program will be
carried out.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Randall of Lake
Odessa was with their sister, Mrs.
Hinderleider in her sorrow, also Mrs.
Raymond of Belding who did much in
an hour when we need friends.
Your scribe with Mesdames Minnie
Written and Sarah Beach attended
the Murray family reunion held at
the Cleaner hall Aug. 9. Near $50
friends partook of a fine chicken pie
dinner followed 10y grand literary
feast. The young people deserve
great credit for their part. Ice cream
and cake was served before the part
ing hour.
Great sorrow fell upon this whole
community with the tidings of the
death of Van Fisher and Mr.. Osborne
Aug. 10, now known to all readers of
the Banner. Our long known young
friend Van. was the only son of his
widowed mother, living just north of
irattan town line in Oakfeld, and
only one daughter is left TO the
bereaved mother and home. Funeral
services were held at the house Sun
lay morning. Rev. j. w. Sheehan of
Beldng assisted by Rev. Weaver,
pastor Of the Ashley church otficiat-
ing, the Grattan Masonic lodge of
whom the deceased was member,
taking charge of the burial at the
Ashley cemetery. Rev. Sheehan has
made many friends here by his exec
ent discourse on this sad occasion,
md was the favorite pastor of the
deceased.
And still another beloved brother
passed to higher life Aug. 10, the
message coming shortly after word
was received of the deaths just re-
corded We need not repeat the sad
particulars of r r. Cooks sickness,
borne wish such Christian patience,
for the God he loved and served grant
ed his desire and PRAYER to die al
home. He was the son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Luther Cook, our first Grattan
pioneers, became converted in eaIly
life, joining the Ashley Baptist church
its early history, being greatly
missed as well as his family, on their
-emoval TO Westville near Mcbride,
where the funeral services were held,
saturday, a large delegation from
Ashley attending. Our prayer is God
.e with the afflicted wife and mother,
who has seen beloved son, daughter
and husband laid to rest since their
removal to the new home
Mrs. A. Geller, beloved wife, mother
a nd friend, departed this life Aug
IL at O'Clock a IN after long sick
ness and terrible suffering at times
which ended with paralysis. Five
young children four daughters and a
son are thus deprived of a loving
mothers needed counsel. Our friend
died in the Catholic faith, Rev FIR.
Byrne visited her Sunday, Funeral
services are at Westphalla her for
mer home today, Aug II.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

All old-time cough syrups we're de-
signed To treat throat, lung and bron-
chial affections without due regard
for the stomach and bowels, hence
most Of them produce constipation.
Bees the original Laxative Honey
and Tar. gently moves the bowels and
cures all coughs, colds, Group, etc.
Bees Laxative Honey and Tar is the
original Laxative Cough Syrup. Look
for the letter b in red on every pack
age. Sold by Connell Bros.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Adjunct to Church.

The Rev. John l.. Scudder, pastor
of the First Congregational church in
Jersey City. now has the peoples pal
ace in working order. though the
place is not yet completed. 1t is an
anjunct to his church and contains a
gymnasium, dancing academy. bowling
alleys. etc. The whole is to cost about
S0on Oo0
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
The Modern Author.

"Ah," said the modern author, my
new book is enjoying wide popularity
| just heard woman who weighs 200
pounds declare that she liked It. And
that reminds me; | must make haste
to forward this anecdote to my pub
fishers. 1t will make an excellent
literary note"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
MsscuIjne Defusion.

The London World declares that cit
is a masculine delusion that women
are ready or ever will be ready to sur
render their liberty and indulge in the
vulgar chase for husbands as did their
forbears."
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

Never in the way. no trouble to
carry, easy to take, pleasant and
never failing in results are DeWitt's
Littlel Early Risers. These famous
little pills are certain guarantee
against headache, billiousness, torpid
liver and all of the ills resulting from
constipation. They tonic and strength
en- the liver Sold by w. l. Benedict.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

After hearty meal a dose of Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure will prevent an attack
of Indigestion. Kodol is thorough
digestant and guaranteed cure for
indigestion, dyspepsia, gas on the
stomach, weak heart, sour rislngs, bad
breath and all stomach troubles. Sod
by w. |. Benedict.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Instinct in OYSTERS.

Oysters, even after they have been
brought away from the sea, know by
instinct the exact hour when the tide
is rising and approaching their beds.
and so, Of their own accord, open
their shells to receive their food
from the sea, as though sti'l at home.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

Dear Gus:-I have solved the moth
er-in-law problem, just give her regu-
larly HOLSTERS Becky Mountain Tea.
1t will make her healthy, happy and
docile as a lamb 80 cents Tea OF
Tablets. Connell Bros
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

Stopi Don't take imitation celery teas
when you ask for Celery King, medi-
cine of great value. The "teasn are
Urged upon you because they are bought
heap. Never jeopardize your health in
4 pad cause. Celery King only costs %
sents and it never disappointL
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Not for Feminine Ears

What would you think, daddy, if Az
gernon Nocash should suggest be-
coming your son-in-law?
Withdraw from the room, my dear.
while l think aloud"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

The most pleasant and positive cure
Tor indigestion, heartburn and all
,tomach troubles is Rings Dyspepsia
Tablets. They aid digestion, tone
and strengthen the stomach. Sold by
Connell Bros.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

Pinesalve contains the antiseptic
properties of the native pine and is a
sure cure for sunburn, tan, letter,
eczema and all other skin diseases.
Heals cut or burn without a scar.
For sale by Connell Bros.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Museur Memorial ,or ponize,,

In honor OF the great composer Don
lzetti, a museum is to be erected at
Bergamo. his native place. Relatives
of the late composer have agreed to
furnish the material. Baroness Bias
oni-Scott will supply the furniture of
the room in which Donizetti died.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Stylish Couture.

Arabella-Why do you think Clara so
clever.
Isabel-Oh, she can comb her hair to
look as IL she never rode in anything
but an automobile
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
The Philosophy Of Folly.

Never judge a mans income by
his clothes" said the philosopher of
folly. "The wise man reserves his
opinion on this point until he has
seen his wife's clothes. "-Clevelan
Leader.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
LARGEST White Sapphire.

The largest white sapphire in the
world Is supposed to be now at Ber-
lin, having been taken there from
Brazil a short time ago by a mine
owner. II weighs 41S carats.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Remarkable DEVELOPMENT.

Hes actually making some stir in
the world"
Well Does that surprise you?"
"Of course. Why, that fellow won
a medal for good conduct while at
school,"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Met His Match.

He got into the barber chair.
The barber TT ID TO talk
But all in vain-Ihat fellow there
Won from him I'm "A w..k.
He got verbal strangleho'd-
Twas quite beyond endu. ance,
But ere ne left, that agent sold
The barber some insurance!
Cleveland Leader.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

in life when woman's great change
may be expected.
These symptoms are all just so many
calls from nature for help. The nerves
are crying out for assistance and the
cry should be needed in time.
Lydia +. Pinkham's Vegetable Comp
pound was prepared to meet the needs
of woman's system at this trying
period of her life. 1t invigorates and
strengthens the female organism and
builds up the weakened nervous system
1t has carried thousands of women
safely through this crisis.
For special advice regarding this inn
portant period women are invited to
write to Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn, Mass,
and it will be furnished absolutely free
of charge.
Read what Lydia f. Pinkham's Com
pound did for Mrs. Hyland and Mrs.
Hinkle:
Dear Mrs. Pinkham:-
81 had been suffering with falling of the
womb for years and was passing through the
Change Of Life My womb was badly swol-
len; my stomach was sore; had dizzy spells,
sick headaches, and was very nervous.
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Con
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
First Use Of City.

The word city was not used In
England until after the Reformation;
before which time the metropolis
was known as London burgh.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
And That Let's Her Out.

1t is the duty of wife to agree
always with her husband-of course
excepting when he is in the wrong
Somerville Journal.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

Three spectres that threaten baby
life, Cholera infantum, dysenteIy,
diarrhoea. DR.. Fowler's Extract Of
Wild Strawberry never fails 10 con
uuer them
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Ape Wears spectaeIes.

An ape of the Breslau geological
gardens has been successfully operat-
ed on for cataract, and Is the first Of
her kind to wear spectacles.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
An Awkward Question.

A London merchant some years ago
asked his traveller, a Mr.. Lloyd. who
was travelling on the Continent. to
wire him respecting a particular class
Of glove which he wished to secure.
Imagine the surprise displayed by
the merchants partner. Mr.. King,
when the following wire reached him:
Does King love Sally Earl?-Lloyd."
II was as he found out later. intended
for "Doeskin gloves all year.-Lloyd /"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

One dose of Pineules taken at bed
time will entirely relieve the most
obstinate cose of backache before
morning. Pineules is a certain cure
for all kidney and bladder troubles
Sold 10y Cornell Bros
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

For bad breath and bad taste In the
mouth take Celery King. Costs 25c
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
THE TURN OF LIFE
A Time When Women Are Susceptible to Many
Dread Diseases-Intelligent Women Prepare
for 1t. Two Relate their Experience.

The "change of life" is
the most critical period
of a woman's existence,
and the anxiety felt by
women as it draws near
is not without reason.
Every woman who
neglects the care of her
health at this time in
vites disease and pain.
When her system is in
a deranged condition,
or she is predisposed TO
apoplexy, or congestion
of any organ. the ten
dency is at this period
likely to become active
and with a host of ner-
vous irritations, make
life a burden. At this
time, also, cancers and
tumors are more liable
to form and begin their
destructive work.
Such warning symp-
toms as sense of suffo-
cation, hot flashes, head
aches backaches. dread
of impending evil, timid-
ity, sounds in the ears,
palpitation of the heart,
sparks before the eyes,
Irregularities, constipa-
ton. variable appetite,
weakness and inquie-
tude, and dizziness, are
promptly needed by in
telligent women who are
approaching the period
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17

"I wrote you for advice and commenced
treatment with Lydia +. Pinkham's Vege-
table Compound as you directed, and l am
happy 10 say that all those distressing symp-
toms left me and have passed safely through
recommending your medicine to all my
friends Mrs. Annie L. G.. Hyland, Chester
town, Md
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
FOSTER-MILBURN CO.,

BUFFALO,, N. ",
Sole Agents for the United states.
Remember the name. Doan's. take no subs tutc
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1905-08-17
Another woman's Case.

"During change Of life words cannot az
had a cancerous condition Of the womb. One
day read some of the testimonials OF women
who had been cured by Lydia T.. Pinkhams
Vegetable Compound, and decided TO try IL
and TO write you for advice. Your medicine
made me a well woman, and all my bad symp-
toms soon disappeared.
81 advise every woman at this period OF life
10 take your medicine and write you for adj
vice. Mrs Lizzie Hinkle, Salem, Ind.
What Lydia f. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound did for Mrs. Hyland and
Mrs Hinkle it will do for any woman
at this time of life.
1t has conquered pain, restored
health, and prolonged life in cases that
utterly baffied physicians.
NNuud Cucceede Where Ofhera Fail
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PART III-CHAPTER vi.

1t was a full week later, and again the
sun was streaming into Solny's room
The furniture was unchanged, but the
room itself had been frightened with
flowers; pots OF roses in full bloom stood
on the dressing table. and on the little
table by the bed. and there were lilies
on the window-seat. The sweet. strong
scent, mingling with the sun from the
open window. 9ave a strange effect of
fragrance in the dingy place
Anna knelt at the head of the bed. her
arm round her fathers neck 1t was
the attitude that pleased him best ana
gave most ease to his shaken mind: and
for hours Of each day. since the morning
of her return. she had been content
to stay patiently and almost silently in
the cramped position-her attitude I'M
changing her eyes on the opposite wall
Today he was more still than usual
Some minutes before. the doctor. called
in by Anna on her first day, had made
his visit; and then. for an appreciable
space. he had frightened. suffering the
superficial examination without demur
but almost at once he had fallen back
into his lethargy Of calm, his hand rest
ing contentedly In the girls. his eyes
closed.
passage OF events: for day by day, he
weakened. day by day he sank a little.
grew a degree more childish, a degree
easier OF management. Sometimes
Anna caught herself wishing that the
task of nursing was harder. that more
self-sacrifice. more active self-efface-
ment were asked OF her; but the silent
decline went on without a pause
scarcely discernible TO the most watch
full eye, but all the more unmerciful In
its certain steps.
One day he would take his scanty por-
ton of food less we'll chan the day be-
fore. Anna would look at Johann, and
Johann would answer the look before il
could spring to words The appetite is
always uncertain" he would say, "even
| In the young-how much more in the
old!' And Anna would smile n little,
half-heartedly treasured.
Next day the patient would sleep more
| heavily than usual, and for hours at a
| time, being reused with difficulty to
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She shook her head mo. ne VIII
never know ACKNOWLEDGEMENT | feel It
through and through. | know it," Sh.
clasped her hands.
Johann's lips frightened apprehenslvely
But you are glad to be back? You az
glad = -onle?" He searched her fac
"Of course Johann; of course She
put out her hand and half touched his:
then she suddenly rose. and walking
across the shop stood by the opposite
shelves
Johann's eyes devoured her.
Presently, with her face aYerted. she
spola again. Johann. she said Il
haze been missed by now; my friends
must be looking for me. Some of them"
she stopped for an instant-''just a
very few of them know of this place;
and it's possible-not very likely. but
possible-that some of them-one of
them may come here" She spoke very
fast
Johann felt his breath catch. You
mean the woman who took you away?"
She colored suddenly. II mean-any
one"
There was an uneasy wait; then she
looked UP. Should they come, Johann
should any one come. you will tell me
at once?"
The heat in the shop was excessive,
Johann wiped his forehead afresh. yes.
will tell you
His tone struck her; she moved a
little toward him mo one has come
No one has come while have been
upstairs?"
NO" He felt his tongue rasp as it
had done when Strobe put him on his
oath. but his voice came steadily enough
You are sure? Quite sure?'
lie moved uncertainty. depreciation and
pain passing over his face.
| Misleading his glance. she moved to-
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the cobweb of the big spider above the
bed; and she moved in its narrow round
with as little variation. as little knowl-
edge OF the morrow. as did the insect
Itself In that fact lay at once her
danger and her anchorage. One point
she had set before her mind. and to one
point she held She would not look
ahead She had blinded herself-or be-
lieved that she had blinded herself-to
the fact that for her, possessing youth
and health. life must go on indefinitely,
whatever its mental aspect. She had
made her sacrifice, and. as she had
said, she was like the miracle-worker
waiting for sign She waited for the
sign in rigid patience, but that she did
wait and did hope Unfortunately was
shown beyond doubt by the wild beating
Of her heart each time the shop-bcll
rang, the quick red that sprang to her
face each time that Johann returned
from seeing customer. To hope against
hope is the reprieve of humanity; when
hope goes the sentence of death Is al
ready passed.
In the still room life stagnated
Through the open window the dusty AIR
swung in haltingly. Once butterfly
fitted TO the SILL lowered above the
| lilies, then slanted out again; in a cor
ner the cat crouched on the boards,
stealthily watchful of a mouse-hole; on
the table by the bed a fly crawled up
the medicine bottle. Anna watched each
IN turn with weary eyes. Her head
ached, her arm was cramped: from her
place by the bed she could smell the
white roses. BY closing her eyes she
could see Trescar. the green cliff, the
sweep of sea. the tower of Strobe 8
house. But she did not close them
there are some pictures We dare not
! look upon.
Presently there was a step outside
her figure became alert, a light came
] into her face. After a faint pause the
door creaked cautiously. and Johann
| came softly into the room
Solny lifted his lids, glanced at the
newcomer, then turned to Anna.
Dear onet" he said weakly. Dear
oner' He tried TO pat her hand out be-
| fore the action was completed his eyes
had dropped again.
Anna looked up. "Well?" she asked.
What did the doctor say?'
Johann came softly around to her side
and sat on the window-ledge.
LAS usual-nothing.
She made an impatient sound. He
| irritates me-" she said Its always
| the same, the very Same-'Be gentle
| with him. humOr him in everything
make him take all the nourishment you
| can. On, Johann, can't We do more than