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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
Effect Of Awful Calamity Comes
Near Home.
In the Midst of Life We
Are In Death
Our sister city Ionia In Deep Mourn
ing 30 Lives sacrificed In the
Twinkling OF an Eye

The worst disaster that Michigan ha
ever known IN railroad wrecks occurred
Saturday between Salem and Plymouth
by the hsad-on collision of freight anc
passenger train, the latter carrying al
excursion to Detroit, made up at lonia o
railroad employees and their friends. New:
of the awful calamity reached Beldnl
shortly before noon over the Citizens tel
ephone, and very soon a bulletin was
posted with a list of twenty-five known
to be dead. Much anxiety was felt by
many of our citizens, as it was known
that friends and relatives from lonia and
other places were on board, and large
crowds gathered to scan the list There
we're between GOO and 700 on board, a
jolly company for days outing. The
crash came. then confusion, destruction,
death and suffering. The scenes that
followed the impact when the two trains
came together can not be described. 1t
is estimated that more than 100 were in
jured, among them being Alfred Cobb and
wife, formerly of this city; Leo Benedict,
son of Alfred Benedict of Orleans; Mrs
Harvey Towne, Orleans; Mrs Fred Os-
trum, lonla, daughter of E. n. Wilson.
Mrs. Cobb received a broken arm, Mr.
Cobb bruised about the face and shoul-
ders, Mrs. Towne, leg fractured; Mr.
Benedict bruised about the head, and
Mrs. Fred Ostrum head bruised and
otherwise injured Among the dead well
known in this city we:e L X Merel the
lonia photographer and Donald Rogers,
Of Lowell a brother Of Miss Mary Rogers,
clerk at Spencer Bros
When the tran tearing he dead from
the scene of the wreck arrived at Ionia
in the afternoon more than 5000 people
we're massed about the depot and in the
adjacent street. and through long lines OF
people almost Graz ed with exc tement the
work of relief was begun
Under the leadership of F. S Hutchin-
son and Gen. j. RI. Kidd the commi tee
was organized as soon as the time OF the
arrival of the train was ascerr aned, and
Second and Main streets roped off.
Through this lane of crying women and
saddened men. one by one the bodies we're
carried by wiling workers. As The man
g led remains were lifted from the cars
they were covered with sheets, placed on
stretchers and then taken to Bradleys
morgue.
Others who assisted in this work we're
George Nichols Of the board of trade C.
A. Ireland, j. c. Beattie, Judge Davis,
Marshal Williams and scores of others. all
among the representative citizens of lonia
The bodies were placed in long rows in
the basement of the morgue, where Er
M lrsh and others began the work Of
identification. The morgue was an aw-
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
WON THE MEDAL
Il. f.. Doty Brings Home Valuable
Prize From Wfnona Lake.

E. E. Doty returned last week from
Winona Lake, where he attended the pho
tographers' convention held in the Da-
guerre Memorial Institute, and was
awarded the diamond medal Of honor for
the best picture exhibit among hundreds
from all over the country A committee
of five selected four each from the exhibit
and these twenty we're placed in the hands
of another committee of three. who made
the award.
The medal is fine one with diamond
setting and one of which Mr.. Doty may
be justly proud. The picture was one of
Miss Gladys Savage of this city and is to
be hung in the salon Of the Institute as a
permanent exhibit The Winona Review
says:
in the Doty picture the three judges
who gave il the diamond medal said the
Indiana association comes into possession
of the most artistic photograph they have
ever seen. Ii is picture of young girl
with large hat on her head and the ar
tstlc effects are seen in the lights and
shadows which the photographer played
upon her face. hat and shoulders by
means of screens and skyght. The
Judges say that the beautiful effect is
found in the simplicity for there is nothing
whatever elaborate about the photograph" F"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
A Family Reunion

Mr.. and Mrs. George Putnam are en-
joying visit from number of Mrs. Put
mans relatives in the down east country.
Among the number who are enjoying a
family reunion are Mr. and Mrs. Martin
Gilnack of Chattanooga, Mrs. Putnam's S
parents. Miss Grace Gllnaok of New York
and Miss Clara Gilnack of South Man
chester. Conn. sisters of Mrs. Putnam.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

Say. Mr.. Man. just chop off business
for an hour or so and visit our store. Let
US show you the vast assortment OF Fur
niture, which we carry. Let US quote you
some midsummer prices and tell you about
our easy terms OF payments, etc. IL will
do your heart. as well as your pocketbook,
good to visit US and wei be glad to return
your call. Foster, Ritter & Foster,
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
lie Got the Hat.

Before George Ashley went West he
and w D Hall made wager on the
atters bean CROP Ashley betting new
hat that Hall wouldn't harvest enough to
make much of show, or words to that
effect, and Hall called him on the propo-
sltion. The beans turned out better than
even Hall expected and he 'boned" Ash
ley over the Rocky mountains for the hat.
Last week the hat came by express. Ii
was one of the largest straws Of the
Pixies peak style, the crown being Of the
kind that will not allow the head to swell.
Hall and Ashley are both happy and the
bean question between them is now
amica6Iy settled.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
Church of Christ

Lords Day. July %. 1880 a. m.-
subject, THE Incompatible Christ and
His Sufferings;" 1850 p. m.-subject,
Campaign of the Young Guard" Spe-
cial music by the young peoples chorus.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

There will be an excursion to Grand
Rapids Thursday, August 8, given by the
Greenville Camp of Royal Neighbors oi
America Train will leave Belding a.
1922 a. m, arriving at Grand Rapids al
9:45 a. m Return train will leave Grand
Rapids at s p. m. Fare z5c. Everybody
come.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

Gas is used for more that twenty eight
hundred different purposes; Of all these
is use in Gas RANGE is most popular
or It's wonderful advantages appeal to
fyery household.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
SUMMER SHOES

And some are not shoes But persons who form the
habit OF buying at the City Shoe Store Summer win
ter, always find our shoes up date In every respect
price quality and conditions.
1t you have never formed the habit of buying at
the City Shoe Store it is time you did, we need your
trade and you need shoes and here to salts
fy you.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25
EXCURSIONS
VIA THH
PERE MARQUETTE

Grand Rapids Csc. Sunday, July %
Train will leave Belding at 1922 a. m
See posters or ask ticket agents for par
ticulafs.
SO II. F. Moeller. G. p. A.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

1907 city taxes now due. Pay during
July and save extra percentage
VIM. F. Sandell, Treas.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

Step in and let US show you some
beauties in footed sherbet glasses at Pat
terson's..
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

Grand Rapids Csc, Sunday. August 4
Train will leave Beldng at 1922 a. m.
See posters or ask ticket agents for par
tculars. n. F. Moeller, @. p. A.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-07-25

Greenyille 25c, Sunday. Aug. 4. Train
will leave Beldng at 1915 .. m. See
posters or ask ticket agents for particu-
lars. n. F. Moeller, q. p. A,
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
Charles w. Butts

VS.. In Chancery.
Sarah E. Weigle, ct al
commissioners Office,
Martinsburg, w. Va. May 9, 1907
To all persons interested in the above entitled
cause.
BY decree of the Circuit Court of Berkeley
County, W. Va, entered IN the above entitled
cause or the 22nd day of April, 1907, the same
was referred to me with instructions to ascer.
tain aud report.
First, The persona. estate owned by Philip
r. Weigle at the time of his' death, with the
character and value thereof.
Second. What disposition, If any, was made
of said estate, and to state ana settle the ac-
counts of the said Charles w. Butts as admin
istrator of tae said Philir X. Weigle.
Third The debts owing by the said Philip
Il, Weigle, at the time of his deccase, to whom
payable, with the respective amounts and
priorites thereof
Philip Il Weigle at the time OF his death, its
quaatity and description.
Fiith. And such other matters as any party
IN interest may require, or said commissioner
may think proper the same being pertinent.
You will therefore take notice that l have
fixed on Tuesday the 18th day of June. 1907 at
10 a. m as the tune when, and my Office in
Marunsburg, W. Va, as the place, where /
will proceed to execute the said order OF ref
erence, and il, from any cause The same be net
completed on that day, il will be adjourned
from time TO time, at the same pace, until it
is comple ted
Given under my hand this 9th day of May,
1907.
w. B. COlSTON
commissioner in Chahcery o said Court
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
REMARKABLY RESCUE.

That truth is stranger than fiction,
has once more been demonstrated in
the little town of Fedora, Tenn, the,
residence of G. V. Pepper. He writes:
81 was in bed, entirely dsbled with
hemorrhages of the lungs and throat
Doctors failed to help me, and all hope
had fled when | hogan taking Dr.
Kings New Discovery. Then instant
relief came, The coughing soon ceased; ;
the bleeding diminished rapidly, and
in three weeks l was able to go to.
work. Guaranteed cure for coughs and
colds. SOC and S1.00, at All Druggists
Trial bottle free.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

The. Mutual benefit Association. of
Philadelphia, Pa. selling year en-
dowment Contracts, covering all Sick
ness and Accidents small policies on
weekly, monthly and yearly plan, to
men and women. No medical exami-
nation. Want men and women as
agents in West Virginia. Exclusive
Territory and liberal commission. We
will pay a cash bonus for each agent
you secure for us.
j. c. Brannon, Div. Mgr,
4194ts. Bradford, Pa.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
Is New York PROGRESSIVE?

Our reporter says that five million
population and the largest factories In
the world, containing the most i'm
proved machinery, prove ii so,
The L. & NJ. Paint machinery pro-
duces l.. IL NJ. Paint at fifty times less
cost for labor than if made by hant.
Makes such perfect paint that If any
defect exists in the l.. q NJ Paint that
has been used on any house, it will be
repainted for nothing.
Also costs consumers less than 81 20
per gallon, because 7 gallons of paint
are made by mixing gallons of Lin
seed Oil, at about so cents gallon,
with gallons l.. & NJ Paint,
Donations of l. Il NJ. made to
churches.
Sold by II. l.. Doll & Co., Martins
burg.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
TIE MAGIC No. 8,

Number three is a wonderful mascot
for Geo. H. Harris, Of Cedar Grove,
Me, according to letter which reads
"After suffering much with liver and
kidney trouble, and becoming greatly
discouraged by the failure to find re-
lief, l tried Electric Bitters, and as a
result I am we'll man today. The
first bottle relieved aad three bottles
completed tie caTe. - Guaranteed best
on earth for stomach, liver ana kidney
roubles, by All Druggists soc
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
ce0rss vs. w. Blu Ri'n In cA.nc.,v
Commissioners Ofhc


Commissioners Office
MaItinsburg, w. Va, May 9th, 1907.
To all persons interested IN the above entitled cause
By decree OF the circuit Court Of Berkeley Co.
W Va. entered 10 the above entitled cause en- the
2znd day of April LOOT, the referred to me
with Instructions tc ascertain and report
First. The personal estate owned by " L. Scot,
at the time OF HIS death, with the character and val
ue thereof.
Second. What disposition, if any was made OF said
estate and to state and settle the accounts Of the
said Jscab Turner, as administrator OF the said w
IL. Scott.
Third. The debts ewing by tn, said w l., Scott
al the time OF his decease, to whsm payable, with
the respective amounts and pfiorites thereof.
tourth. The real estate ewsened by the said W.
L. Scott al the time Of his death, quantity and de-
scipusn.
Filth. And such other m alters any party in in
terest sr said Comm listeners may think proper
The same being peril ent.
You will there ere lake notice that have fixed on
Monday the i tn day OF June 1907 at 10 a. m as
the time when, and nay office in Martinsburg W.
a., tn. place where will proceed 10 execute
the said o DEF of refer ence and t. from any cause
the same be not competed on that day, il will be
adjourned from time to time, at the same lace
unui it is completed
Given under my hand this 9th day Of May 1907
W. B. COLSTON Commissioner IN
Ghancery ct said ,urt
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

Local devotees of the hook and line
will be interested to know that the
laws governing bass fishing in the
state have not been changed. A bill
which provided for the opening of the
bass fishing season on the thirtieth of
May was passed by the last Legislature
but when 1t came to the governor it
was vetoed.
This leaves the laws governing the
bass season the same as they kave
been in the past. 1t will therefore not
be legal TO fish for bass until the fit
tenth of June. The new law passed at
the last session of the legislat ure was
vetoed by Governor Dawson.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
HE FIRED THE STICK

81 have fired the walking stick I've
carried over 40 years, on account of a
sore that resisted every kind OF treat
Salve; that has healed the sore and
made me happy man." writes John
Garrett, of North Mills. n. G. Guaran-
teed for Piles Burns, ETC., by All
Druggists. 25e
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

Because It's Fer One Thing Only, ana
Martinsburg People Appreciate
Nothing can be good for everything.
Doing one thing well brings success.
Doan's Kidney Pills do one thing
only.
They cure sick kidneys.
They cure backache, every kidney
ill.
E. J. Leith, retired farmer, Of First
ST., Charleston, w. W., says: "When
man finds that medicine acts as
represented, and as he continues it's
use kidney complaint and trouble
with the kidney secretions is gradu-
ally righted and finally absolutely
stopped, he is more than pleased to let
his friends and acquaintance know
what means he employed, so that they
may profit by his experience and fol-
low his advice. To all annoyed with
too frequent action of the kidney Sc
cretions n oticeable more at night than
during the day, nay advice is procure
Doan's Kidney Pills and receive the
best results
Plenty more proof like this from
Martinsburg people, Call at Shepherd
drug store and ask what customers re-
port.
For sale by all dealers. Price 80
cents. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo,
New York, sole agents for the United
States.
Remember the name Doan's and
take no other.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

No greater mistake can be made
than to consider lightly the evidence
Of disease in your system. Don't take
desperate chances on ordinary medi-
cines. Use HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain
Tea. 30 cents, Tea or Tablets.
limo. &. w. Tabler.
When you feel the need of pill
take DeWitt's Little Early Riser.
Small pill, safe pill, sure pill. Easy to
take-pleasant and effective. Drives
away headaches. Sold by w. s. Har-
per and G.. w. Tabler. limo.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

There is more Catarrh in this sec
ton Of the country than all other dis
eases put together, and until the last
few years was supposed to be incura-
bic. For great many years doctors
pronounced it a local disease
and prescribed local remedie 5, and by
constantly falling to cure with local
treatment, pronounced it incurable.
Science has proven Catarrh to be con-
stitutional disease and therefore re-
quires constitutional treatment. Hall 8
Catarrh Cure, manufactured by +. j.
Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio, is the
only constitutional cure on the mar
ket 1t is taken internally in doses
from 10 drops to teaspoonful 1t acts
directly on the blood and mucous SUI
faces of the system. They offer one
hundred dollars fol any case it fails to-
cure. Send for circulars and testimo-
mails.
Address; F, ]. Cheney & Co., Toledo
Ohio.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for eonsti-
patton. limo
Quick changes from hot to cold and
back again try strong constitutions
and cause, among other evils, nasal
catarrh, troublesome and offensive
disease Sneezing and snuffiing, cough
ing and difficult breathing, and the
drip, drip of the foul discharge ofthe
foul discharge of the throat-all are
ended by Ely's Cream Balm. This
honest and positive remedy contains
no cocaine, mercury, nor other harm
full ingredient. The worst cases are
cured in a short time. All druggists
Soc, or mailed by
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

Notice To Take Deposition
V, NJ. Smaltz, Plant Il

V, NJ. Smaltz, Plant Il
Oscar L. Smaltz, Defendant
In Circuit of Berkeley County, State of West
Virginia.
To Oscar l.. naltz
Take notice that the Deposition of V. M
Smaltz and others will be taken at the office
of Faulkner walker and Woods in Martins
burg in the County Of Berkeley-and State oil
W est Virginia on tine is day OF June 1907, be-
tween the hours of a. m, and p. m. to be
read III evidence on the hearing of the above
cause, in behalf OF plaintiff
II from any cause, the taking of the same
shall not be commsnced, or being comrnene-
taking OF the same will be adjourned from
time TO time unJil they are completed
Yours, &c,
Faulkner w lker and Woods
" Counsel for Plaintiff
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
EXECUTORS NOTICE.

The undersigned having qualified as execu-
tors of the last VIII and testament Of T. w.
pei sons indebted to said estate that the same
must be paid at once and those holding claims
against the estate, il there be any such. are
Teques' ca 10 present the same at once wit
due Authorization for settlement. h
Fl. Z. ana W. ID. BENDER
Executors
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07

For scratches, burns, cuts, insect
bites and the many little hurts
common to every family, DeWltt's
Carbollzed Witch Hazel Salve is the
best remedy. 1t is soothing, cooling,
clean and healing BE sure you get De-
Wits Sold by w. S. Harper and C.
lmO. w Taller
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
{ ADMINISTRATRIX NOTICE.

The undersigned having qua lifted as administrat
TX OF Nn. ii. Reid, decd herety gives notice to al
peisoas il debit ed 10 said estate. that the same
against said ii there be any, are REQUESTED to
present the same once with due Authorization
for settlement.
MARYV REID
Admin istratrix Vt VIM REID decd
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
Ely Bros.
Sc Warren st. N. Y.

Don't let the baby suffer from eczem
sores or any itching ofthe skin. Doan s.
Ointment gives instant relief cures
quickly. Perfectly safe for children.
All druggists sell it, limo
"Had dyspepsia or indigestion for
years. No appetite, and w hat | did eat
distressed me terribly. Burdock Blood
Bitters cured me. ~. II. Walker,
Sunbury, Ohio. limo
Never can tell when you'll mash u
finger or suffer cut, bruise, burn or
scald. BE prepared. Dr. Thomas Elec-
tric Oil instantly relieves the pain
quickly cures the wound. limo.
"This little pig went to Market"
doesn't amuse tonight.
Baby's not well; what's the matter,
her dear little cheeks are so white:
Poor little tummy is aching, naughty
old pain go away.
Caseasweet mother must give her, then
she'll be bright as the day.
Il is sold here by w S. Harper and
G. w. Taoler. limo
There is no case of indigestion, no
matter how irritable or how obstinate
that will not be speedily relieved by
by the use of kodol. The main factor
in curing the stomach of any disorder
is rest, and the only way to get rest is
to actually digest the food for the
scientific preparation Of vegetable ac1 DIS
containing the very same juices found
in healthy stomach. 1t conforms to
the Pure Food and Drug Law Sold
by w. S. Harper and G. w. Tabler
limo.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
A FORTUNATE TEXAN.

Mr.. E. w. Goodloe, of 107 St. Lie uis
ST., Dallas, Tex. says: "In the Iast
year l have become acquainted with
DR.. Kings New Life Pills, and no
laxative | ever before tried so effeciu-
ally dispQses of malaria and bilious
ness" They don't grind nor grippe. 25c.
at All Druggists. limo.
The medicine that sets the whole wCr d
thinking,
The remedy on which all doctors
agree,
The prescription all your friends are
taking is
HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tea.
limo. G. w. Tabler.
You can't tell woman's age after
she takes HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain
Tea. Her complexion is fine. She is
round, plump ard handsome; in fact
she is young again. IS cents, Tea or
Tablets.
limo. G.. w. Tabler.
A prompt, pleasant, good remedy fer
coughs and colds, is kennedys Laxa-
tive Cough syrup. 1t is especially
recommended Tor battles and children,
Dat good for every member Of the
flmily. II contains no opiates and
contains no opiates and does not con-
tipate. Contains honey and tar and
sastes nearly as good as Maple syrup.
Children like it. Sold by w. S. Harper
and G. w. Tabler. lmo.
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
WITTY SUCCEEDS.

Because It's Fer One Thing Only, ana
Martinsburg People Appreciate
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
EVERYTHING BUT DEATH

! suffered" writes Virginia Robson,
of Easton, Nd, until | took Cardui,
which cured me so quickly it surprised
my doctor, who didn't know I was
taking it,"
Martinsburg statesman-democrat. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1906-1921, 1907-06-07
WRITE US A LETTER

freely and frankly, telling us all your
troubles. We will send Free Advice Gin
plain, sealed envelope). Address: La
dies Advisory Dept. The Chattanooga
Medicine Co.. Chattanooga, Tenn.
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1907-01-08

Miss Seymour is another of Sigourney's
young women studying and training
in hospital there, preparing to devote
her life to the profession of trained
nurse.
Miss Vera Felker has returned to
Vinton, otter spending the holidays
with her parents here.
Mrs. Charles Farmer and son, Leo,
are visiting relatives in Centerville,
and expect to remain until after the
holidays.
Mrs. Martha Jacobs has returned to
her home in Delta, after having spent
several days with her daughter, Mrs.
w. H. Hamilton, here.
Bruce Moore and family of West
Chester are visiting at the Leander
De Lang home in the southeastern part
of the city.
Cashier A. w. Kadel of Keswick was
visiting and transacting business in the
city Thursday.
Wade Kirkpatrick of Hedrick was a
business caller in the city Thursday.
Henry Kadel and wife of Oskaloosa
are visiting relatives and friends in
the city
Mrs. George Leichti is visiting at the
home of relatives and friends in and
about Hedrick.
| Mrs. Addie Shillatoe has been Wis
| iting at the home of her sister, Mrs. w.
T.. Selby, in the eastern part of the
| city.