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Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
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AT ELK'S BANQUET.

A number of prominent Elks of
this city. members of Perth Amboy
Lodge, No. 7S4, B. p. o. Elks, will
go to New York tonight to attend the
banquet and entertainment of New
York Lodge. No. l, al the Waldorf
Astoria. Among those who will go
are Joseph e. Stricken. DR.. Frank
Crowther, Arthur Nester. Thomas ].
Clark.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
OANA'S BALL A
BIG SUCCESS.
Masquerade Was All That Could
be Desired. Original Features
Noticed in Costumes.

People who were present at the an
nual masquerade ball and reception
of Dana Relief Society in Washington
hall, Fayette street last night, cer-
tainly had a fine time and from all
reports the society cleared a large
sum of money.
Although many people declare that
the day for masquerade balls is over,
and that the society that wants to at
tract public attention will have to
find other means TO do So it seems
that Dana is well satisfied that no
matter what they may take hold of
il is bound TO succeed.
As soon as the doors were opened
the crowd commenced TO pour into
the hall The costumes were great
Some were more than odd, others
We're EXTREMITY comical and still 9TH
ers were handsome.
At l. o'clock the march before the
judges took place The judges were
Hans Greison, Emil Koyen, Peter
Poulson. Andrew Anderson, and
Chris.A Lund. They were all seat
ed on the stage in the forward part
of the hall where they had a good
view OF the line of march, but as the
awarding of prizes at a masquerade,
especially where SO many costumes
are entitled TO consideration, is no
easy matter, it took the judges some
time before they arrived at a deci-
sion.
The lucky ones were as follows:
Ladies first prize, Mrs. Andrew Fed
derson, a gold watch. She was dress
ed to represent Spring. Mrs. Chris
tine Poulson. sofa pillow. The la
dies third pribe, fruit dish, went to
Miss Marie Larson, who was dressed
as Cupid. The ladies' fourth prize, a
sugar bowl, of silver, was awarded
to Mrs. Peter Jensen. She was an
old lady making wool. The gentle
mems first prize was awarded TO
AlbertLarson. He was dressed to
represent a huge rooster, and made
a wonderful appearance as he strut
ted about the room. Walter Madsen
was awarded the gentlemen's second
prize, a writing set. He was an or
gan grinder. The gentlemen's third
prize, a smoking set, went to Peter
Poulsen. He was a monkey. The
gentlemen's fourth prize, silk UNI
brella, was awarded to Hilmer Chris
tiansen. He represented Uncle Sam.
Under his arm he carried a big sheet
of pasteboard. On the sheet was;
Raritan river bridge completed. New
streets for Perth Amboy. and other
sayings At the top was a bag of
money with a hole in the bag, while
at the bottom was a big hat into
which the money was falling. Chris
tiansen walked around the floor
showing the paper and was loudly
cheered.
The group prize of s6 was awarded
TO the girls who took the part of
Princeton, Yale, Harvard and Colum-
bia colleges. They were Misses Jen-
ME Jorgenson, Clara Nelson, Mary
Yenk and Mamie Jorgenson.
After the awarding of the prizes
the masks were dropped and dancing
took place. The music was furnished
by Prof. Nelson's orchestra. The af-
fair broke up at an early hour this
morning The committee in charge
was as follows: Carl Juhl. treasurer;
Andrew Fedderson, chairman;
Charles Fuch. r. LauritZen was floor
manager. He was assisted by others
on the committee. Jen Nelson was
secretary.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
MACCABEES ADD FOUR.

At the meeting of Perth Amboy
Tcnt, knights of Maccabees, held in
the l. o. G. T. hail, last night, Il
number of things of great importance
to the Tent were talked over. Four
new members were taken in. Plans
for an entertainment and dance were
discussed At the present time the
membership is eighty and at the next
meeting it is expected that some new
members will be taken in.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
WIN. B0LAN DEAD.

Special to the EVENING NEWS:
TOTTENVILLE, Feb. 17:-Will-
lam Bolan,l about ffty-fve years old
died this morning after brief i'll
ness. Mr.. Bolan was a former resi-
dent Of Perth Amboy and still owns
considerable real estate there and he
also owns quite some here. He was
for number of years very promin-
ent in the saloon business in Perth
Amboy.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
BRICK FELL ON
SUPT. BURNS.

Superintendent J. G.. Burns, OF the
Water Department had a narrow es-
cape from serious injury at the pump
ing station at Runyon yesterday
when brick fell from the wall Of
the new building being erected and
struck his derby, cutting the hat and
then caroming off and striking his
forearm, but not injuring him.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
ROBINS HAVE APPEARED

One of the newest stories anent the
mildness of the current winter is
vouched for by A. r. Kyle, of Rector
street, who saw four robins at the
Guigues place on the Bluff Wednes-
day.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
INCLUDE THE RARIfAN

Assemblyman Crowther is making
an effort to have an amendment af-
fixed to the bill of some years ago un-
der which the State Oyster Commis-
sion is appointed and acts, so that
Raritan Bay and river may be in
cluded in the districts where the
commission operates "a re-shelling
Tie oyster beds.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17
AUTOMOBILES OWNERS.

If you motor for pleasure and de-
sire to keep in touch with the latest
news of the automobile world, and
get practical suggestions on the oper-
alton of the motor car, subscribe to
The Motor Car, price 10 cents a copy
at all newdealers or $1.00 a year.
2-1A-16-19
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17

F. L. LARKINS, 357 STATE ST.,
will do plumbing, steam, hot water
and hot air heating on monthly pay
ments. $40 per month.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-02-17

Leave "Want" Ads. at branch of.
fees.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
TO BUILD new
FREIGHT DEPOT
II. M. Railway Expects to Start in
Two Weeks.
VIII Be a Fine structure 4Ox16O-
and stand North of Old
building Site.

Surveyors were in the city Monday lay
ing out the grounds for the new freight
depot to be built in this city. The build
ing is to be placed north Of the old road
way and have a track running to the
same on the north side Of the new depot,
tbs new track to stop at the edge Of
Bridge street. The new building will be
40x 60 feet and will be one Of the finest
freight depots along the line Of the Pere
Marquette railroad.
Large piles of lumber have been
assembled for the purpose of building the
new depot and when the work of con-
struction is all completed and ready,
or city will have a depot adequate for
the many demands made by the continual
increase in the shipping business occas-
sioned by the vast manufacturing inter-
ests OF our city. The new building will
be one of the latest designs and will be
modern in every respect.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
The vaIuo of Good Credit.

Did it ever occur to you the Importance
Of having credit reputation established
with a house like Loftes Bros. & Co.,
Chicago. In opening charge accounts
they make no distinction between the
wel-to-do employer or his honest en-
poye. All persons should establish a
credit even though they have ample cash
resources and no apparent need of it.
When they have good salary or income
il just the time to establish their credit.
Changes may come in the fortunes Of all,
but if they have an established credit
with only one good house they will not be
lacking in resources. Having once opened
an account with them, it is easy to secure
credit with concerns IN other lines by
simply referring to them. If you interd
to buy anything in the line Of good jewelry
you had better see Mrs. Georgia Peacock
Representative for Loftes Bros & Co OF
Chicago. Present location The Ashfeld.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
See our Clubbing Offer on Page 8.
SCHOOL WILL BEGIN
Tuesday. September 1th-Yenr Books
are Now Ready

Tuesday, September ith-Yenr Books
are Now Ready
Superintendent E. N. Pitkin will be a
very busy man all next week in making
preparations for the opening Of the fall
term of school. The teachers, some of
whom have been spending their vacations
at home, are beginning to return and bv
Saturday 10 is expected that the entire
force will be here. The school rooms have
been put in good shape and more improve
ments will be made in the near future.
The year book for l9o6-oZ has just
been issued. Write or ask the superin-
tendent or any member Of the board for
copy. The schools will open Tuesday,
September 4th. This promises to be one
of the best years in the history of the
schools. Persons living outside the city
who are thinking Of attending the school
should remember that our schools offer
exceptional advantages. The tuition is
low and they have strong corps of
teachers. Students will be classified on
Saturday and Monday. September lst
and 5rd. The regular school work be-
gins Tuesday morning.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Had n Fine Trip

VIM. T. Pope returned last week from
Fort Collins. Colorado, where he visited
his sister, Mrs. Lucy Davidson. While
there he met Charley Stevens and with
his brother took trip up into the Rocky
Mountains on the Big Thompson river
route, an up grade Of foot to the rod
with mountains rising from 500 to 1000
feet above on either side. crossing the
river 10 times in 81 miles, no accident
occurred although very dangerous.
They stopped with Tom Bass, jolly
fellow cook and keeper of the cabin or
"shacks" as they are called. for three
days and had fine grub, trout fishing,
there was failure on account of a cloud
burst which had swollen the stream. the
nights were cold, almost freezing ones
nose while sleeping with plenty of covers,
the days are hot.
Eldora, mining town was visited, the
road there rising to an altitude Of z64 ]
feet from which could be seen the mo.
beautiful scenery. valleys of beautiful
flowers and mountains covered WITH
snow. Their train at one place reached
an altitude of 5000 feet, at another
point engine and rear coaches were
within speaking distance. so winding was
the track. They passed gold and silver
mines, the Logan being the largest in
Colorado. The soil is very fertile with
irrigation, sugar beets, alfalfa. wheat and
garden stuff are good. but the beef is nc
better than the kind we get in Michigan
says MIR. Pope.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Was Wasting Away.

II had been troubled with kidney
disease for the last five years." writes
Robert II. Watts, of Salem, Mo. 81
lost flesh and never felt we'll and
doctored with the leading physicians
and tried all remedies suggested
without relief. Finally tried
Foley's Kidney Cure and less than two
ottles completely cured me and | am
now sound and we'll" During the
summer kidney irregularities are
often caused by excessive drinking
and being overheated. Attend to the
kidneys at once by using Foley's Kid
ney Cure. Sold by w. Benedict.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23

After the war he came to Muir to live,
in 1870. He served twelve years as
village marshal in that town. He was
deputy sheriff under William Toan. He
moved to Ionia about twelve years ago,
and was elected constable in that city one
year ago. He was deputy sheriff and
court officer under Sheriff Frank L.
Moon for four years.
This record OF service, civil and mit-
airy. shows that Mr.. Sherry has the nee
essary qualities Of courage, ability and
experience to fill the office OF sheriff Of
Ionia county acceptably and well. He
has the confidence land best respect OF
those who know him best and the voters
would make no mistake if they gave him
a majority at the primary election, thus
making him the nominee OF the republi-
can party, and majority Of the votes
cast in November. thus electing him sher-
iff. He is in every way competent and
worthy Of support.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Advertised Letters.

The following is the list of letters re-
naming in the Beldlng postoffice August
20: Curtis G. Brooks, Mr.. Less Bart
mess 90, Mr.. Bert Cummings, Mrs. L. J
Clark David Emmons, Miss Pearl Farr,
Mrs. Ernest Green, Miss Bertha Graham
George M. Gregory Gertie loberine, Miss
Mary johnson, Mr.. Roy Jsh, Mr.. Joe r
Lamer, Mr. c. A. Moore, Robert Stowell
Mrs. j. S Soloman, Miss Maud Tillison
Mr.. Geo. Vitterman, Miss Hattie West
Mrs. Edna Wright.
D. E. Wilson, Postmaster.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
THE ORIGIN
OF LABOR DAY
It Will He Observed I'm Bedding
Sept. 3.
A Fine Programme OF sports Has
Been Arranged by the
Knights OF Pythias.

Labor day is not one Of the older holi-
days. but it was first suggested under
circumstances that rivaled in the excite
ment the widest scenes Of political en-
thusiasm.
Some 20 odd years ago. when the
Knights OF Labor were at the zenith OF
thsir power. \ great convention was held
in Nsw York, and IN the course OF that
gathering the typographical members Of
the order Of Knights gave big street
parade.
la the crowd was Wslshman named
Rohart Price. who had come to this
oountry at the age OF 81. after years Of
labor In the mines of Wales. He was a
delegate to the Knights Of Labor convsn-
tion. and one OF the most ardent support
sEs Of the cause Of organized labor in the
country. The spectacle Of the parade
that be witnessed suggested to him a
thought to which he gave expression at
the next session Of the convention.
He advocated in brief but powerful
speech holiday for labor, and when
Chairman Powderly asked him what
name he should call such a holiday.
Price responded quickly: Labor day."
Amid the greatest tumult Of approval
the motion that Price had made was
carried. and the members of the conven-
ton went forthto work for the establish
ssment OF Labor day.
The Knights OF Pythiss of Fortuna
Lodge have taken the matter OF the OBJ
servancs Of the day in hand and hav
arranged fine lot of sports for the
occasion. There will be high dive from
. ladder sixty feet high by dog. Grand
balloon ascension with torpedo parachute
drop and fine game Of ball and many
other attractions to make the day gala
ons.' A numbsr Of special prizes will be
given. E. c. Lloyd $500 in trade for the
largest load Of ladies left in front of his
stors before 10 a. IN. Pattsrsons De-
'partmsnt store q $500 set of granite
w Are OF 20 pieces to the couple who will
get married on the band stand and Chas.
Stout 4 box of his best cigars to the
groom. M. E Peck offers $500 pair
Of shoes to the parent bringing the largest
family. Many other prizes will be given
Is q glance at the big half page adv. Of
ths celebration will show
Music will be rendered throughout the
day by the Bslding city band. This city
will be an attractive place for everybody on
Labor Day, Monday Sept. End.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
EIGHTEENTH YEAR. NO. IL
Passed Counterfeit Coin

About the meansst and lowest piece Of
business we have heard OF in some time
was the passing Of a counterfeit fifty cent
piece on Fred Spencer the blind man who
runs the candy and peanut stand next to
Lapham's place. A few days ago fell
low stepped up there and asked for a
nickels worth Of peanuts laying down a
half dollar on the counter. Mr.. Spencer
waited on him, took the coin and gave
him back his change. AS cents which
took all the money he had taken in that
day. When ne attempted to get it chang
ed shortly afterward it was found to be
bogus. or course Mr.. Spencer could give
no description of the fellow who evidently
took advantage Of his affliction.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Galveston's Sea wall

makes life now as safe in that city as
on the higheruplands. r. w. Goodloe,
who resides on Dutton St., ia Waco,
Tex, needs no sea wall for safety.
he writes: 81 have used DR.. Kiug's
New Discovery for Consumption the
past five years and it keeps me well
and safe. Before that time ] had a
cough which for pears had been grow
ing worse. Now its gone" Cures
chronic Coughs, La Grippe, Group,
Whooping cough and prevents Pneu-
monia Pleasant to take. Every
bottle guaranteed at Connell Bros.
drug store. Price 50c and $1.OO.
Trial bottle free.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
DOINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL
Sewer System Receiving Prompt
Attention.
Estimate Of S2.IT5.OO ON Center and
Broas streets sewer
Approved.

At the city council meeting held last
Friday evening the board were all present
except Aldermen Case and Putnam.
The matter of the sewer and estimate
on construction Of the Center and Broas
street sewer was considered and on
motion the same was approved.
The Mayor and Clerk were authorized
by vote to borrow on promissory notes
the sum of S2,lz5 90 for the Center and
Broas street sewer.
resolution was carried directing the
board of assessors to levy a tax on SUBJ
division c of sewer district No. 2 of
S,24o9 SO and also for Lateral B. OF
sewer district No, ] Of S356.oo.
The bond of Smith Stanton for the
building of cross and sidewalks was pre-
sented with sufficient sureties and the
same was approved and accepted
The purchasing committee were author
zed by vote Of the Alderman to purchase
the brick, manhole cover. catch basin etc
for sub division No. sewer district No g.
On motion Marshall w. w. Mitchell was
granted lease Of absence for ten days.
A batch Of sewer labor and miscell-
aneous accounts were approved and
ordered paid.
The Board of Water commissioners
the payment Of several
hille froro tho uatar Worke f1p6 and aleo
approved Of estimate No 10 for pipe lay
ing of 81 l,o8ozz. z. W. Gooding was
appointed as election inspection to fiji
vacancy in the End ward.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
May Build aChurch.

The Episcopalians Of this city are max
ing move toward the building Of a
church. This plan is on advice Of Bishop
to build guild hall first. H.
H. Belding and M. W. Hicks were in
Petoskey this week in consultation with
the bishop regarding it. A site has been
secured on the lots adjoining Or. Hooks
property on the north. fine location in
deed. The mission is assured Of having a
permanent rector to serve the parish by
the first OF October. Mr.. Hicks will re-
turn to college.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Mrs. Letson Surprised

A very pleasant birthday surprise was
given to Mrs. R. H. Letson at her home
on Aug. l6 at which time her friends and
relatives to the number of 80 took posses
sion and proceeded to have an excellent
time which will be long remembered by
those participating. Refreshments were
served and Mrs. Lessons friends kindly
remembered her with many beautiful and
useful presents.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
The End of The World

Of trouble that robbed Z. Ii. Wolfe, Of
b ar Grove, Ia, of all usefulness,
came when he began taking Electric
Bitters. He writes: Two years ago
Kidney trouble caused me great suf-
feripg, which | would never have
survived had | not taken Electric
Bitters. They also cured ms of Gen
eral Debility Sure cure for all
Stomach, Liver and Kidney com
plants, BLOOD diseases, Headache,
Dizziness and Weakness or bodily de-
cline. Price soc Guaranteed by
Connell Bros. drug store.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Thomas sherry for sheriff

Thomas Sherry. who is candidate for
sheriff., is we'll known Grand Army
man who has to his credit splendid rec
ord as soldier in the Civil war as well
as long years OF credtable service as a
civil officer. -Four years ago he received
next to the highest number of votes cast
in the republican county convention for a
candidate for sheriff on the county ticket,
having S votes to 90 for the success
full candidate, Mr.. Fales.
Mr. Sherry enlisted June 90, 1861
the year the Civil war broke out, in the
Fourth Michigan Volunteer Infantry
During his term of service he was in IS
pitched battles besides numerous skirm-
ishes. He was shot through both should
ers at the battle Of Malvern Hill, July /,
1862, the last of the seven days series of
battles under Mcclellan. He was wound
ed in the leg on the second day at Gettys-
burg; in the arm in the battle of the Wild
erness, May 6, 1854; and during the en-
tise time of his service was never absent
from duty from his regiment except when
disabled from wounds. He served
through the war and came home with his
regiment.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
FAMILY REUNION
Descendants of Josish RusseII's An
nuaI Held at baldwin Lake.

The twelfth annual reunion Of the MEM
oers of the Josiah Russell family was
held at Baldwin Lake, Greenville on
Thursday, August 9th, about eighty mem
oers Of the family being present. A
bountiful chicken pie dinner was served,
after which the business meeting was
called to order by the president E. R.
Clark Of Howard City.
The following officers were elected for
the coming year
Pres dent-E. r. Clark.
Vice President-R. P. Russell.
Sec. and Treas. s.-Mrs. Merton Smith.
Among those present from away we're:
Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Russell, Edmore; Mr..
and Mrs. T. B. Loomis, Cadillac; Mrs.
Dora Steele, st Johns; Mr.. and Mrs. M.
W. Satterlee, Hart; Mr.. and Mrs. E. r.
Clark and Leonard Clark, Howard City
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Lanborn, Middle
vile; George T. Lanborn, Grand Rapids,
Robert Russell, Ithaczsand G. L. Hillman,
Almira, Ark. The company spent the
day in very pleasant and agreeable
way, visiting, boating and bathing. These
annual reunions are looked forward to
with much interest.
The following resolutions were adopted
by the members of the Russell family:
WHEREAS, The angel Of death has
entered our family, and taken from our
midst our beloved relatives and friends,
Blngley Russell, T. Gilbert Russell, Hast
ings Russell, Marion Stevens, Edith
Briggs Mount, Leroy Lanborn and Clyde
Loomis. Therefore be it
RESOLVED, That we as relatives and
friends extend to the bereaved families,
our heartfelt love and sympathy in this
their great affction.
DAYTON F. Moon
LOREN c. FALEs
WALTER BRIGGS,
Committee.
As the afternoon began to wear away
the guests departed for their homes all
hoping to be able to be present at the
next reunion in August l9oz.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23

John Sweet, deputy game warden Of
Ingham county was in the city Tuesday
guest Of his friend David Wherry, he was
here to look up witness to be used in
case for violation Of the game law.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Notice

An persons indebted 10 the firm Of A.
I'D. Frisdman are requested to call at
onceland settle account as we intend to
remove to Portland in few weeks.
Very Respectfully.
A. q D. Friedman.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Anusenents.

THE Midnight Flyer" is a play that is
marred by no exaggeradons, but exhibits
the actualities Of life with simplicity and
adherence to truth that gives to every
picture a Photographic vividness. The
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23
Only $3.50.

The Grand Rapids Daily Press and the
Belding Banner to R. F. D. subscribers
only $3.50. 35tf
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1906-08-23

large audiences seem to be in sympathy
with the moral Of the story. This truly
great play has everywhere proven SEN
sation that is unparalleled in the history
Of the drama. 1t will be produced at the
opera house Friday evening, Aug. oath.
Prices 25, IS, SO.
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