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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Short Hems of Interest Re-
Lahng TO the Tozyn and It's
People. told In a Single
Paragraph.
Local II
Brevities.

Miss Maude Kempher is quite III with
erysipelas.
We can save you money on wall paper,
Wortley e. French.
Curtain stretchers and sewing machines
rented at Foster & Ritter's.
Fifty-five people on the stage at one
time in the Sleeping Beauty"
If you want the finest bananas in the
city go to Patterson's. Sc dozen.
D. F. Moon made a business trip to
Battle Creek this week leaving here
Monday.
House cleaning time. Remember the
cut price sale on lace curtains at Bricker's
Bazaar.
Geo. Warner Jr. of Owosso was an over
Sunday visitor Of his brother, Eugene
Warner.
Regular meeting Bedding, Lodge No.
555, F. g. A. M. Monday for work in the
F. C. degree:
Zenard Beokwith and family of Sara
nae spent Sunday with their parents on
the North Side.
A thousand feet of GAS Isl. 25) will do
more cooking than cord of wood (S5 00).
Take your choice. 46tf
Miss Jessie Colt returned to Gowan,
Monday, after short visit with relatives
and friends here
Regular meeting of the Ladies Social
Circle at church parlor next Wednesday
afternoon at $50 o'clock.
Frank Shindorf left for Greenville, Mon
day morning, he is in the employ Of Ridley
the Commission Merchant
A Gas Range saves hundreds Of W AIRY
footsteps and keeps your kitchen efree
from dirt, smoak and SCOT. 46tf
Geo. w, Miner has decided to move to
Saginaw, and have broke up house Keep
ing. They expect to get settled in their
new home inside of a couple Of months.
Mrs. will Gordon has returned home to
Greenville, from the hospital in Grand
Rapids, much improved. A neat sum
was realized at the Bijou entertainment
last night.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Mutturnick are re-
jolcing over the arrival of daughter. born
Wednesday and Will Fisher and wife
daughter Thursday. DR.. Orr reports all
doing we'll
Cut price sale on dinner sets A splen-
did 100 piece gold band dinner set for
So so 100 piece imported dinner set
$3.50. Bricker's Bazaar.
Bert Story and wife, of Mcbride were
in the city over Sunday, Bert returned
Monday, he has the agency for the
Wolverine Paint, manufactured by E. j.
Knapp & Co,
Seats for THE Sleeping Beauty" are on
sale at A B. Hull,s and M. C. Bentley's
and may be exchanged for reserved seats
at the Hotel Bedding Saturday. Prices. SIS
and so cents.
H. L. Beebe left Monday for Ithaca
Wnere ne expects TO remain for some time
making delivery Of nursery stock. He
took large number of orders in that
locality last fall and winter.
Mayor Bricker has had the band stand
repaired and painted, it now presents
very fine appearance and will be utilized
many times the coming summer by the
band and for outdoor purposes and also
for public speaking
Communion service at the Congrega-
tional church Sunday, special music by
the choir, sermon text, Silence in Heaven
by the space of half an hour'-Rev, 81.
Regular preaching service in the evening.
together with special song service.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Notice

The city has now repaired the city
band stand and any person caught tres
passing on. or willfully or malciously
breaking, marring. mutilating or destroy
ing the lattice work, Stats or siding of said
building by means Of base ball, stone.
or any other manner whatever, will be
prosecuted according TO the law in such
cases made and provided BY order OF
The Common Council.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Where is the red front going to bep

Where is the red front going to be2
Don't fail to see the Parachute Drop in
Sleeping Beauty.
Mrs. Emanuel Foss spent Friday with
Greenyle friends.
The st. Mary's Guild will meet with
Mrs. Baynton, Friday, May 5th.
George W. Ellis arrived Monday from
Philadelphia, for short business visit.
Workmen placed new plate glass in
the front Of Chapple's grocery, Friday
The finest bananas in the city Sc doz.
at Patterson
Fifty-five people fall to sleep at one
time in Sleeping Beauty.
We can now furnish GAS COKE in any
quantity. Bedding Gas Works. Att
Bright new costomes, good catchy
music and lots Of pretty girls in Sleeping
Beauty.
Mrs. M. Rich and children returned to
Greenville Monday, having visited friends
here over Sunday.
Mrs. Frank Klock returned from
Grand Rapids Monday morning where
she spent Sunday.
W. B. Travis left for trip to Duluth
and the Northwest Monday, after spend
ing few days with his family.
Vim. Pollock was home over Sunday,
and resumed his trip selling shoes Mon
day, first going to Cedar Springs.
The Gas Range banishes kitchen drudg-
enjoyment and other work. 46tf
Regular meeting Of the Doric Chapter
o. E. S. Tuesday evening followed by
initiation and light refreshments. A full
attendance desired.
E. M. Parney will furnish an extra
good asphalt roof and put it on. If your
roof is out of order call on him. Phone
ll3 4zw2
Mr.. and Mrs. j. w. Warner and baby
Of Grand Rapids. were guests of DR..
Marjori Orr over Sunday. Mr.. Warner
is connected with the Warner Lumber Co.
Mrs. Forsyth of Saginaw spent few
days last week with her daughter, Mrs
c P.Neff, leaving Saturday for Big Rap
ids to make her home with her son Char
ley Forsyth.
Rev. j. A. Baynton will officiate at
Grand Ledge next Sunday. No services
at the Episcopal Mission in the city ex-
cept Sunday school which will be neld at
the home Of Mrs. H. H. Beding, at IL
o'clock.
Henry A Jersey and wife are here on
visit from their home in Elk City Okla
homa, they went to Boyne City. Monday,
for visit. Mr.. Jersey expects to return
in a short time, but Mrs. Jersey may
remain until fall, they like that country
very much.
For the benefite of the boys who make
it practice to rob the nests Of our song
and game birds, just to get collection of
eggs, we would say that they had better
take warning and not do so any more, as
it is strictly against the law and they are
liable to fine or Imprisonment or both
upon conviction Of such an offense
On Tuesday, May 5, the Royal Neighbors
arranged very fine program ard May
flower drill for the good of the order The
drill was conducted by eleven ladies
dressed in white and carried May baskets
and white spears and the queen was
crowned with beautiful crown Of flowers.
They also adopted Dr. Orr into the mys-
teries Of the order and all went home
feeling that they were well paid for be-
ing present
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
The sleeping Beauty.

The prices for The Sleeping Beauty en-
are SIS and so cents. The
rehearsals are progressing finely and
there is every evidence that the ladies will
have very large audiences for both eve
nipgs, the | 9th and 9Th OF May.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Feathers at Foster & Ritter,s.

Feathers at Foster g. Rtter's.
Sailed peanuts Sc pound at Pattsr-
sons.
Extra fancy lemons &c dozen at Pat.
terson's.
Sal Hepatica always in stock at Wort
ley q French's.
Just arrived car load Of Iron Beds al
Foster & Ritters.
Emanuel Foss entertained his brother
and wife from Ithica, Tuesday. =
Secondhand piano for sale cheap at
Foster e. Ritter's. Cash or credit.
We not only recommend Ch-Namel but
also guarantee it Wortley & French.
While Pine and Red Spruce will stop
that cough. Sold by Wortley & French.
j. D Morse and wife spent Sunday
with their daughter, Mrs, Locke, in Ionia.
Come to our store and let us show you
what Chi-namel will do. Wortley &
French.
Orrin Purdy and wife were guests of
their son, George Purdy, in Greenville,
over Sunday.
Mrs. Charles Martin Of Grand Rapids
was a guest at Andrew Titles, Friday
and Saturday.
Mrs. Geo A. Stanton and sister, Miss
Sarah Greiner, have returned from their
visit in Boyne City.
Allie Knee has moved his family and
will try farming in the Ashley neghbor-
mood the coming summer.
The Misses Sada and Greta Little, OF
Orleans were guests of grandpa and
grandma Little over Sunday.
George Haysmer has moved back to
3elding and with his brother Harvey is
Interested in the Bridge street barber
shop
F. Ralph Fisher Of New York. Auditor
for Beding Bros. & Co, who has been
lere for a couple of weeks, returned
tuesday.
M. Lehman has moved into the city on
he North Side from his place near Kidd
and will do gardening, lawn moving and
,ther odd jobs.
Mrs Horace Hudson who has been the
guest of her father and brothers for the
oast two weeks returned to her home in
irand Rapids, Monday.
Theodore w. Shindorf, who for num-
GER of years past has conducted black
smith shop in this city, has removed to
Ionia and opened shop on the corner Of
North Third and Washington streets.
Mrs, VIM Coulter knows how to handle
the rod and line to obtain best results in
fishing in the river below the dam. One
day last week she caught / z rock bass in
an hour and having such good luck she
tried it again the next day and hauled in
63 in two hours.
Jessie G Wilbur left Tuesday for Al
oena He says he will angle for trout
,ut OF business hours on his trip in tn
north. Last week he sent home 3
the speckled beauties taken from north
,rn stream and the family Toasted on
them with pleasure.
The Smyrna Cemetery Association met
last Saturday and the following officers
we're elected; Pres. Mrs. Henry Skellen-
ger; Four Vice Presidents, Hattie Moe,
Irene Wise, Lizzie Norton and Lucy Rich
mond; Secretary, Mrs. Geo Hoppough;
Treasurer, Chatte Crozer; Assistant
Supt., Warren Gardner Com, Alice
Peterson, Zenny Noble, Hattie Sparks,
and Cora Davis. There were fifteen
members present and the receipts were
50. 80 from the member ship-fee and
Sl.lz from dinner funds.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
inc Best lsYsiIys for Children.

Parents should to IL that their have one
natural,. easy movement OF the bowels each day.
they are too powerful In effect. and literally fear
their little insides to pieces leaving the bowels
yeakened and less able 70 act naturally than before
the bowels. and stimulate all the little organs 10
healthy activity. Chocolate coated tablets EASY Ia
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Organ Fund

The second installment Of the pipe or
gan fund is due next week and payments
may be made to Rev. N. J Myers. E. W.
Little, n. A. Smith or E. B. Lapham. either
hv oheck or in person.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Perfume Below Cost

Bring this slip with 25c for an ounce
of Five Roses perfume. This is a
dainty oder made especially tor us. A
correct blending of rose odors with a
little musk to make 1T more dura BILE
and lasting. Bring bottle please as
we lose money on this offer, but we
want you to try this delicate odor.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
An Odor for Gentlemen

A perfume suitable for gentlemen
should be heavy,permanant, that's why
so many men use Frangiponni, and
Young's Frangiponni is extra good.
SOC ounce.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Paint Brushes

You have many small jobs of paint
ing that do not need a high priced
brush. We can suit you on some of
these at &c, &c, &c up to S1.50,
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-05-07
Fall Coughs.

Damp weather and sudden changes
in temperature this month start MANY
a cough and cold, BUSY BEE COUGH
HONEY checks the coughing, heals
the soreness, and drives out the cold
IL is the best family cough remedy
pleasant, safe, and quickly, effective.
Fine for children. Money back If not
satisfactory, 25c.
Evening star., 1908-01-23

| regard the proposed legislation as
meritorious measure for the Improvement
of our customs administrative act, the
provisions of which are applicable 10 i'm
portations from all countries alike
In the Senate the message aroused live
~ discussion in executive session when II
was taken up. The remarks We're not ad
dressed TO the message SO much as to the
policy of considering it In executive ses-
sion. as well the policy Of the President
in connection with the agreement. His
course not only in negotiating that in
strument. but in proclaiming ii to the
world. as he did last July was sharply
criticised. 1t was declared that the agree
ment makes changes which are equiva-
lent to legislation, and it was pointed out
that all legislation affecting the tarin
must. under the Constitution. originate
in the House of Representatives Atten-
ton was called TO the third section of the
Mckinley law possibly permitting the
Presidents course. but his critics con-
tended that his action in this case had
gone far beyond the limits permitted by
that section.
Stress was laid on the fact that the
President had not only negotiated the
treaty, but that he had given it out
as complete performance without
referring II 10 the Senate for its action.
This the senator's seemed to consider
especially reprehensible and far be-
yond the authority of the chief sxecu-
tive. 1T was pointed out that the Ger
Evening star., 1908-01-23
Salvation Army Leader Coming

col. Alex. NJ. Damon. who for tho mas.
Two years has filled the position Of nroyir-
c!al commander Of the Salvation Army for
the territory comprising pcunsylyanfa
Maryland. Delaware. Virginia and North
Carolina. with lis headquarters in phiIa-
delphia. and who previously held the i'm
portaHt position OF field secretary az tha
Salvation Army in the United States i
coming 10 Washington. Col Damon is an
American, having been born educated and
started on his career in Massachusetts
His rise from the ranks 10 one OF the
highest positions III the Salvation Army
has been rapid. Previous to his apuoint-
men: as field secretary ne was general
secretary Of the Chicago province From
a purely business standpoint Col. Damon's
management OF the summer and winter
relief of the destitute and the Christmas
dinners each year for thousands OF the
poorest of Chicago'S Slum dWellers. with
the financing of the whole. was regarded
as extraordinarily efficient
The colonel is also regarded as a fluent
speaker. He viii lecture at Waugh Me
mortal NJ r.. Church. Sd and y streets
northeast. Thursday, January -, at 10
pm.
Evening star., 1908-01-23
showing ample funds on hand and on de-
posit. was received with applause.
NEARLY STARVED HIMSELF.
Privations Voluntarily Suffered by
Bishop Rocker in PHILIPPINES.

Bishop Rocker. formerly secretary OF
the papa1 legation here, whose death in
the Philippines was announced some
time ago. died as a result of ext-aordi-
nary privations-pract!caily starvation
undergone voluntarily by him in devoting
his energies and means to making hab-
liable and decent the church property
wrecked by American soldiers. according
to Col Hull of the judge advocate gener-
ais office. who appeared before the House
committee on military affairs today.
Bishop Rocker even denied himself
food in order that he might devote every
cent to the work To which lie gave his
life. Col. Hull met the bishop in the
islands shortly before his death. and
Bishop Rocker said:
Colonel. would like to have you come
to dinner with me at lara. but | am
ashamed to invite American to my
table. | have nothing to eat except fish
and a little bread. / have had to spend
my all in trying TO make habitable and
Evening star., 1908-01-23

man kaiser had not only referred the
agreement to the reichStag for it's ac-
tion, but that he had consulted both
the local and the national boards of
trade. Hence the President was charged
with being more autocratic than the
head of the German empire. It was
also declared that under the system
OF valuations provided for by the treaty
great injustice would be done to the
United States.
Senator Hepburn made strenuous OBJ
lection when the question was raised
that the message was subject for
consideration in the open Senate in
stead of behind closed doors The
Idaho senator maintained thar an open
Senate debate would only plunge the
Senate into an almost endless tariff
discussion. Senators McLaurin. Teller
and others called for open session.
and their plea finally won, but rot be-
fore Senator Gallinger and one or two
others had delivered their sentiments
concerning the action of an executive
in calling for legislation whenever the
spirit moved him.
1t was finally decided to refer the
message to the committee on finance.
If bill is to be forthcoming - will
be from that committee.
1t is thought by some senat tors that
resolution by Senator Galiinger.
which was introduced early IN the ses-
sion. may have had something to do
with the appearance Of the message
Evening star., 1908-01-23
THE PRESIDENT CRITICISED
NEGOTIATION OF TARIFF
AGREEMENT WITH GERMANY.
Claimed by Some Senators That He
Has Gone Far Beyond the Au-
thority of Chief Executive.

President Roosevelt transmitted 10 the
Senate and the House yesterday afternoon
comics Of the tariff regulations negotiated
some time ago between the United States
and Germany. together with Il proposed
amendment to the customs administrative
act putting the same in force as statute.
After referring 10 the proposed amend
ment to the treaty the President in his
message says:
Il earnestly recommend to the congress
the enactment into law OF this amendment
al al. early date. B.s.ueS promoting har-
monious relations between the contract
ing parties TO the agreement in question
Evening star., 1908-01-23
Result Of Old Guard Election.

At the last meeting of the Old Guard
an election resulted as follows:
Treasurer. A. j. Cunning: board Of
trustees, B. F. Graham. George Fehl. c.
Fl. Worden. A. j. Cunning. NJ. NJ. Lewis.
W. II. Fuss, ". ii. II. Hoover. Thomas
Title. II. A Johnson: finance commit
tee. c. II. Worden. j. f. McCabe. NJ. NJ.
Lewis. f. A. Wilbur. Z. V. Haskell: re-
cruiting committee. w. S. Seymour. j. A.
Collins. E. A. Wilbur: court-martial conf
mittee, Thomas Calver G. L.. Patten, w.
II. Flu SIS. w. W. Wallingford. Theodore
Brown, A d. Shaw.
w. A. O'Meara. past commander of
Potomac Post. No. IL. of the Department
of the Potomac. was elected active
member. was formally presented and
obligated. A. II. Kedney. commander of
Post No. 10. was proposed and elected to
active membership.
Evening star., 1908-01-23
PROSPECTIVE SALE.
Transfer of Property Occupied as
Clubhouse in Contemplation.

The property at the northwest corner of
Vermont avenue and III street. now tenn
porarjly occupied as Il club house by the
Metropolitan Club, but for years a portion
of the Arlington Hotel. is said 10 be un-
der consideration by men who have a
project for erecting on that site buildings
for business purposes
The property belongs 10 the estate Of a
New York man. and while il is not known
definitely what is in the mind of those
who arc thinking about making use OF il
sun u has been spoken Of as a suitable
place Tor cafe Or some business Of that
sort.
Evening star., 1908-01-23
John Dolan Arrested in Chicago.

John Dolan. alias Downcy. who is in
oicted for alleged completely in the rob
berry Of Roscoe G. Bangs. runner for the
Iiome Savings Bank. June y Of last wear
was arrested in Chicago this morning.
Dolan was arrested in Grand Rapids
Mich, several months ago and released on
BOND Detective Earbec went 10 Grand
Rapids with witnesses to identify the nrie
ontf, Dut the latter was not there WHOM
@ .HSy arrived. II IS likely that detective
VIII start from here fonig!t Ia II l,, .,,,,..,s
10 Chicago for the prisoner.
Evening star., 1908-01-23
Kemp.s Return.

~ IN' IuII'T UT NJ STdf.
In Your account o. the retern of kornn
YOU spoke of the crowd at the station a.
giving him an ovation" Tin. drtinirton
OF that word is "a spontaneous express
sion of popular applaus": a reception
given 10 successful person This ser
ond definition perhaps applies for the
man certainly was successful" i'm car
ryng off what did not belong to hifl. hlit
/ believe there is another crowd i'm tTits
city, who feel that such a reception tn
such a man is a serious offeuse.
1t is difficult for lawahidinG people To
understand the tendency of a certain
grade OF otherwise respectable citizens Iu
sympathiZe more with the criminal than
with the victim.
r. DE.LAFiEID
Evening star., 1908-01-23

and a request for legislation in the
German American matter at this time.
The figures which the Gallinger reso-
luton produced about week ago
showed quite a reduction in the value
of German exports to this country
since the regulations were passed and
since the system of inspecting consign-
ments was discontinued by our con-
Sular officers and agents.
Evening star., 1908-01-23

Henry T. Harrington. wealthy ShrcNs-
bury tMass.l farmer. and his family have
barricaded themselves l., their home and
are Well armed with shotguns, believing
they are marked for death by mysterious
enemies
Evening star., 1908-01-23

BLEACHED MUSLIN, one yard
wide. Mill ends of such noted
makes as Fruit OF the LOOM"
Lonsdale. Hills. etc. Regular 12lac
and 15c grades. FRI oD/
days remnant price, a OMC
yard .................. ~
Evening star., 1908-01-23
decent The church buildings damaged by

-NIiEt'I q III StlIIUtlS.
ne nearing was IN connection with the
proposed payment bN this government tar
church property occupied or damaged hy
American troops
Evening star., 1908-01-23

FOR WOMEN-Choice of about
fifteen styles in nearly every size:
feathers are best glazed kid and
patent coltskin; any shape toe,
high, Cuban Or low heels; button.
lace or blucher styles: all with
hand-welted soles. Reduced from
$500 pair.
Evening star., 1908-01-23

Such good quality and such good
styles. too.
All sizes in the lot-but not in all
styles.
Excellent range of colors.
All nicely made and finished
This bargain offering we consider
Of sufficient Importance to put on
the first-floor bargain tables, and
choice is offered Friday of these
wrappers at SOC.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC.

We desire to inform the public, that
on Oct. 18th. the personnel of the en-
lock Fruit company was completely
changed, and that no one connected
with the business management prior
to that date. except the assistant to the
secretary. now has or will in the flu
ture have any connection with the
company or any authority to oblgate
it in any way.
BLALOCK FRUIT COMPANY.
Oct IA, 1908 BY Arch J. Tourtellotte.
Manager.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16
Bio Hill Climb.

NEW YORK, Oct 16.-An interna-
tional hill climb up Fort Georges Hill.
the scene of many classic contests of
this kind in the past, will be held to-
morrow afternoon under the auspices
of the New York Automobile Trade
associate
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16

allow was built by the owner for his
own personal use and has never been
occupied-has six large modern
rooms, large bath, two toilets, ce-
ment basement, fire place, and very
handsome interior finish with poll
ished floors. Equipped for both gas
and electricity. Price, $4000-$1000
down, balance just like paying rent
$500 BUYS ONE OF THE pref
TEST suburban homes around the
city. one acre OF good land, young
shade trees: new 8-room modern
house, hot and cold water Nice run
ming brook, close to car line and in
The growing part of city.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16
PHYSICIANS

DIR. j. C. MACK, PHYSICIAN AND
Surgeon. Special attention given to
diseases of women and electrical
treatments. Office. rooms 81 and
%, JaycoX Bldg, Phones. Office. Main
40: residence Main 22O
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16
Both Drunk,

c. G.. Daran was arrested this morn
ing BIZ the police on the charge of be-
ing drunk and incapable. He was fol-
IL wed in an hour by Tom Mahan, who
was incarcerated on the same charge.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16
GENERAL
T. TEACHER OF

MRS. OLDRIGHT, TEACHER OF
Water Color, Oil and Pastel Paint
ing. Glasses: Tuesday, Friday, and
Saturday afternoons Twenty-Five
cents an hour for class work. 929
Hobson street Phone 1891 (4O)
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16
TO cURE a colDIN ONE DAY

Take LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine
Tablets. Druggists refund money if 1t
fails to cure. f. w GROVES sigma
tUra is on each box. 25c.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-10-16

Lead, Zinc, Bottles, Old Rubbers and
Secondhand Sacks, and Second
Hand Furniture, Stoves and Carpets.
M. SHANK, Telephone, Main S7s.
los East Main street.