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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
Tours Of the great lakes and Georgian
Bay

To cut piece of plate glass 1t if
thought a diamond cutter is necessary,
but It is not. II the glass is not very
thick IL can be cut with a pair Of scis-
sors, large pair being preferable.
While cutting hold the glass beneath
half foot or more of water, and 1t
can be cut any shape desired. A
round piece of glass has been cut out
of a good sized pane in just this man
ner. The scissors do not have to be
extra sharp.-Success
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
KEENE CENTER

The families of Frank Raymond,
Bert Holcomb and Art Goodell, made
up fishing party to Fallasburg last
Saturday. We have not heard the
results, but persume the catch was
fine as these people are great fisher
men.
Mrs. Benz. Hopkins of Portland,
Ore, are visiting w. X Bowen and
other relatives in this section.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Daniels spent
Sunday in Belding.
Mrs. Martha Adams was home a
few days last week, but returned to
her daughters in Campbell on Satur-
day.
The Ladies Aid have postponed
their meeting one week, on account
of Lowell home coming, and will
meet with Mrs. Frank Raymond at
Potters Corners, Wednesday, Aug IL
Supper will be served.
The Keene S. S. is arranging a
Harvest Festival to be held in Aug
ust. Program TO be given later.
Miss Evelyn Brock is entertaining
two cousins from Lake odessa, this
week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jesse Knee spent Sun
day with his brother Allie North, OF
Belding.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
Dr.. w. Chase's
Nerve Pills
Nor ea Ia hr w Ranadicb Dalai.

For sale by. W. |. Benedict, Bel

On July 20 one of the best known
pioneers of Ionia county, Alexande
Howe of Orleans departed this life
He had been a resident of Orlean,
township for over half a century anl
there are few old settlers of that sec
ton who did not know him we'll
Mr.. Howe was born Dec. 20, 1881, in
the town of Murray, N. Y, being one
of family of ten. In 1855 he came
with his parents, Willard and Martha
Howe, to Ionia county, Mich then
considered the far west. The family
settled in Orleans, two miles west of
the village of that name, on what is
now known as the old state road.
There Alexander Howe lived nine
years In 1864 he was united in mar
rage to Mrs. Adelaide House and
settled on the farm which has since
been his home.
Last winter Mr. Howe suffered a
stroke of paralysis and this was fol-
lowed by severe attack of the grip.
He had apparently regained his usual
health when the second paralytic
stroke came, resulting in his death
July 20, 1908.
He is survived by his wife, an only
son, Frank, and brother, Wild Howe.
The funeral was held at Green's
church the morning of July y. The
Rev. Mr.. Craig conducted the services.
Alexander Howe was good citizen.
Whenever any movement for the
betterment of the community was
afoot his support could be relied upon
He took justifable pride in the fact
that since his first vote, cast for John
G.. Fremont, he had not until this year
missed town meeting in Orleans
township. He always took an intelli-
gent interest in public affairs, both
local and national.
Mr.. Howe was a man of simple
tastes and quiet life, yet his influence
for good will long outlive him. A
lifelong friend said of him. II never
heard Alexander Howe say one word
that he ought not to say" another,
"He was the best man | ever knew !"
He had many warm friends among
both young and old. Mr.. Howe re-
manned to the last, as he was wont o
say, "a boy inside" There are many
to whom his kindly humor, the droll
twinkle of his eye, his smile are a
cheering memory. He met his last
illness with the same brave patience
which had been lifelong character
i5tic of the man.
In Alexander Howe, Ionia county
loses one of her best citizens. He
was an exemplary man in his home,
loyal friend, an upright Christian
gentleman.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
IL Can't BE Beat

The best of all teachers is expert
ence. G. M. Harden of Silver City,
Bitters does all that's claimed for 1t.
Fors stomach, liver and kidney trou-
bles 1t can't be beat. have tried ii
and found II a most excellent medi-
cine" Mr. Harden Is right; it's the
best of all medicines also for weak
ness, lame back and all run down con-
ditions. Best too for chills and ma
laria. Sold under guarantee at Con-
nell Brothers drug store. SOC.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
vERGENNEs STATION.

Mrs. Carrie Vanderbroek died al
her home Sunday evening, funeral
Tuesday afternoon at o'clock at Al
ton church.
Mrs. Gordon Frost spent Saturday
and Sunday with relatives in Grand
Rapids.
G. f. Francisco and j. King and
their wives broke camp at Murray
lake last week and returned to Lowell
The ball game last Saturday after
noon between Smyrna and Moseley
resulted in victory for Mosely.
Mrs. Mike McAndrews was called
to Canada by telegram last Friday to
the bedside of her sister, Mrs. Eliza
Sheridan, who is seriously i'll.
Harry Clark of Smyrna was here
last Saturday.
Lena Wingier and Maud Ford cap
tured the prizes at the medicine show
last Saturday night-Lena as the
most popular lady and Maud the best
nail driver.
Sadie Jakeway of Grand Rapids
spent Saturday and Sunday with her
parents here.
Irene Manson and sister Kate and
Mr. Sherman of Owosso are visiting
at James Houlihan's.-
Patrick Houlihan, being the Oldest
man at the show Friday evening, was
awarded prize.
John Cusser of Orleans visited at
Perry Purdy's last week.
Fred Perkins mother of Grand
Rapids is visiting him.
Gladys Ring of Bedding visited at
John Andrews last week.
w. M. Standsh and wife of the
German Medicine show spent last
week here and have now gone to Alto
Mildred Jakeway of Bedding is visit
ing her parents here.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
ORLEANs-oTIsCO

Miss Carrie Holmes visited her
brother, Charles Holmes of Orange,
couple of days last week.
Mrs. James Morgan went to Blanch.
ard Monday morning to spend few
days with her daughter.
Miss Jean Lyle is visiting at Harry
Lyle's.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. j. Moon and chill
dren of North Otisco spent Sunday
with her sister, Mrs. w. H. Worden
Mrs. Electa Towne and Miss Flor.
ence Towne. spent Wednesday al
Hattie Towne's
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
HOUSEHOLD CARES
Tax the women of Bedding the same
as Elsewhere

Tax the women of Bedding the same
as Elsewhere
Hard to attend to household duti $
With constantly aching back.
A woman should not have bad
back, ~N
And she wouldn't if the kidneys
were well.
Doan's Kidney Pills make well kid
news.
! Here is Bedding woman who en-
dorses this claim.
Mrs. George Martin, living on State
Road, Belding, Mich. says: "For
some time / have been bothered with
heavy pains across my loins, darting
twinges in my back and over the kid
neys and at times | had sensations of
fainting, dizzy spells and headaches.
These attacks made me so weak that
it was impossible for me TO keep up
around the house. A friend of mine
advised me TO use Doan's Kidney Pills
and procuring the remedy at Connell
Brothers drug store, ! used them
with the best results, as my trouble
was entirely cured am glad to en-
dorse a remedy that has the merit
and healing qualities that | found In
Doan's Kidney Pills.
For Sale by all Dealers. Price so
cents Foster-M ilburn Co., Buffalo,
New York. Sole Agents for the United
States.
Remember the name-Doan's
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
War Against Communion

All nations are endeavoring 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
consumption. Do not risk your health
by taking some unknown preparation
when Foley's Honey and Tar is safe
and certain in results. Sold by Wort
ley d French.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
Bargains in Used steinway Pianos


II you know Of anyone who wishes a
very good piano at moderate cost, he
will be interested in the fact that just at
the present time the well known music
house Of Lyon & Healy, Chicago. have a
large salesroom entirely filled with used
Steinway Uprights. These Steinways
embrace wide variety Of styles. All Of
them, Of course, are genuine Steinways,
and all Of them are in fine condition, but
there is great difference in the cost
Besides these instruments Lyon & Hea,y
are also now offering at great Triple
Clearing Sale, all the pianos formerly
owned by the Thompson Music Co., the
Healy Music Co. and the big Thearle Pr
ano Co. You can have any OF these fine
new instruments at 90 to 40 per cent less
than usual prices
These pianos will be sold either for cash
or upon very easy monthly payments
Freight on an upright piano is only mat
ter Of few dollars. All Of these instru-
ments are fully guaranteed to be exactly
as represented. The opportunity to Sc
cure one will undoubtedly be taken ad-
vantage Of by the shrewd buyers ia thi:
vicinity.
A letter to Lyon g. Healy, II Adam,
street, will bring fnll particulars.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
MAKING A WHILE CITY.

The state fair buildings are under
going a great transformation scene this
year. All the buildings are receiving
a coat of white paint, which adds very
materially to their attractiveness. To
cover these buildings with paint re-
quires large force of men and many
barrels of paint. While the work was
commenced early in the season, it
will not be completed before Sept. 1st.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30

A great effort is being made this
year to cut down onehalf the num-
Der Of the passes which have been
issued on previous years. The pass
list last year ran very high and natur-
ally robbed the society of many dol.
lars to which they are entitled This
year only those who are absolutely en-
titled to the same will be taken care
NJ
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
a soporldc.

Miss Gusher (who has just been in
troduced to the great author)-Oh. Mr..
Lyon, | am so enchanted with your
dear, delightful novels ! fall asleep
with one in my hand. every night
Sunday Magazine
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
STATE FAIR VISITORS.

Those who contemplate attending
the state fair from out in the state
will be interested in knowing that
they can check their wraps. umbrel-
las, lunches, packages, ETC., just in
side the gate of the main entrance
This year this will be in direct con-
troll of the state fair. and every pat
ron may depend upon fair treatment.
Packages will be absolutely safe and
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30

Delay in commencing treatment
for slight irregularity that could
have been cured quickly by Foley's
Kidney Remedy may result in a seri-
Gus kidney disease. Foley's Kidney
Remedy builds up the worn out tissues
and strengthens these organs. Com
mence taking it today. Sold by Wort
ley & French.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
just Exactly Right

81 have used DR.. Kings New Life
Pills for several years and find them
just exactly right" says Mr.. A. A.
FELTON, of Huntsville, N. Y. New
Life Pills relieve without the least
discomfort. Best remedy for consti-
patton, biliousness and malaria. 25c
at Cornell Brothers, drug store.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30

Best the worIdlAnords

sit gives me unbounded pleasure
to recommend Bucklen's Arnica
Salve," says j. w. Jenkins of Chapel
Hill, n G.. 81 am convinced it's the
best salve the world affords. 1t cured
felon on my thumb. and it never
fails to cure every sore, burn or wound
to which ii is applied. 25c at Connell
Brothers, drug store.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30

Foley's Orino Laxative, the new
laxative, stimulates, but does not ir-
ritate. 1t is the best laqatiue. Guar
anteed or your money back. Sold by
Wortley & French.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
EDITORS, DAY IN SEPTEMBER.

Tuesday, Sept. s, ia to be Editors
day at the Michigan State Fair. That
was agreed upon at conference be.
tween George t. Campbell of the
Owosso Argus; G. II. Mitchell of the
Birmingham Eccentric and President
Fred Postal and Business Manager
James Slocum of the Agricultural So
ciety. The committee in charge on
the part of the editors consists of Mr..
Campbell, Mr.. Mitchell, Daniel Dyer
of the Caseville Critic and Milo w.
Whitaker of the Jackson Patriot. Mr..
Dyer originated the idea, but was un.
able to be present.
President Postal and Mr.. Slocum
will do their part OF the entertaining.
The editors and their families will
be shown <erything there is in the
big fair grounds, from the prize stock
to the Midway, from the big cheese
to the airship.
In the afternoon a section of the
grand stand will be reserved for them.
and they will be witnesses of what
promises, with he new stake events,
to be splendid racing. The society
will be hosts at dinner after the races,
then in the evening the guests will
have seats at the big fireworks spec
tacle, "Sheridan's Ride"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30

Says the Philosopher of Folly:
THAT man succeeds who, when he
gets the worst of IT. always tries to
make the best Of IT,"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30

Jonson's Tribute to Religion.
The strength of empire Is In rsli-
gion.--Ben Jonson. .I
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
The Battle :
~ for Health

How to keep well.
This is the problem DIR. A. w. Chase
Nerve Pills have helped many thousands OF
people to solve by reason Of their extraordinary
blood forming and system building qualities.
The only sure foundation for health L. rich,
red blood and vigorous nervous system.
Both of these result from the use of DIR. A.
w. Chase's Nerve Pills. Even though you
know Of this great restorative a. . cure for ner-
vous exhaustion, prostration and paralysis, you
may have overlooked it as tonic to build up
the system when il gets run down and you feel
weak and miserable.
Mr.. G. b. ExLINE, 7o Stewart ST., Day
ton, Ohio, states:-"I felt debilitate J, rundown,
nervous, tired, lacked energy and strength.
DIR. A. w. Chase's Nerve Pills built me right
up, gave me restful sleep and good general
health and energy, gained seven pounds and
consider them an excellent tonic"
The portrait and signature of A. W. Chase's
M. d., the famous Receipt Book author, on
every box. So cents at all dealer or DIR. A.
W. Chase Medicine Co. Buffalo, N. Y.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1908-07-30
$4,000 WORTH OF CEMENT WALKS.

The Michigan state fdlr aSsoclatlOn
Is building $4,000 worth of cement
walks, leading from the entrance near
Woodward avenue to the grand stand.
and also about the grounds. These
walks are broad and will accommo-
date many people. In case of damp
weather they will be a great con-
venience for the visitors who travel
from one part of the grounds to an
other
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04
CAN'T BE SEPARATED
Some Great Bend People Have Learn
ed to Get Rid of Both.

Backache and kidney ache are twin
brothers.
You can't separate them.
And you can't get rid Of the back
ache until you cure the kidney ache.
If the kidneys are well and strong,
the rest of the system is pretty
sure to be in vigorous health.
Doans Kidney Pills make strong,
healthy kidneys.
Isom Wright, living at 11O5 Stone
St., Great Bend, Kan, says: q had
a constant soreness in my back and
hips, which greatly Inconvenience
me when | would stoop or when
Strengthening after STOPPING. A
friend advised me to try Doan's Kid
ney Pills and l wen. to the A. &
A. Drug Co. and got a box. | haven't
had any kidney trouble since and am
now in the best of health. know
of several other parties who have
been greatly benefited by this won
derful remedy and it gives me pleas
ure to endorse it."
For sale by all dealers. Price so
cents, Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo,
New York, sole agents for the Un-
tied States.
Remember the name-Doan's-and
take no other.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04
Hot Weather Politics.

Congressman Littlefield, whom the
Republican leaders had such great
work to elect against the onslaught Of
the labor leaders, has now determined
to resign in September. He does not
appear to get along any more COM
fortably with President Roosevelt and
his policies than he did with organ
lied labor. He declares the Repub.
hcan platform and the boasts Of the
president on the enforcement Of the
antitrust law to be but proclamation
and not performance" for but seven
minor convictions have been secured
since President Roosevelt succeeded
to the presidency, September IA, 1901.
With Littlefeld and Foraker, the two
most forcible Republican speakers,
pouring in hot shot on the tanks Of
the Republicans and the labor legions
fighting them in front, neither the
president nor Candidate Taft can feel
very comfortable this hot weather.
There is a fair chance that the Re-
publicans will be disorganized before
even the Democrats are ready to 1t
hack them.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04
EIlinwood.

From the Leader, Aug q
Mrs. Theo. item, Jr., and daughter,
Manila, went to Wichita Tuesday
morning on a weeks visit to friends
and relatives.
Fred Wolf went to Manitou, Colo.
Saturday night, on few days WIS.,
it to his family, who are making a
sojourn in the mountains.
Jos Bertram and daughter and
Charley Schmidt, are here from Mis-
souri,, visiting the Gales boys and
Henry Knipp and family.
Nick Keeper and wife returned
Monday morning from a months Wis
it on the Pacific coast. Mic says
they had splendid trip.
Frank Mangelsdorf was here from
Atchison the past week, on a visit
to his brother, Will, and other FL
linwood friends and relatives.
Albret Herold returned to Topeka
Sunday night, after a visit with his
parents Albret is employed there
by the U. P. pharmacy.
Henry Scheunemann returned Sun
day night from a two months Wis
1t to Germany. Henry declares he
had a splendid visit to Fatherland
Mr.. and Mrs C. L. Bacon, Mrs
Eugene Wagner and Lester Woolley
went to Ell Reno, Okla, Tuesday
morning, on a visit to friends and
relatives. They expect to be alb
sent for two weeks.
F. A. Schmidt, an apple buyer
from Rozel, Kansas, shipped the
first carload lot of apples ever
sent from this point in such large
quantity. There will likely be more
car lots shipped from here this fal
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04

Holslnqton.

From the Dispatch, Aug. q
The Happy Hour club met with
Mrs. P. H. Cory last week and will
meet with Miss Mary 0'Sullivan on
next Thursday.
Mrs. ]. H. Hartman and daughter
are visiting at Grand Junction, Col
orado with her sister-in-law, Mrs.
Jukes.
Lester Yeakley had his knee bad
ly sprained yesterday by the bad act
ing Of a mule which will lay him
up for a while.
W. B. Lucas has been sick the
past week and unable to attend to
his duties at the bank. He expects
to take a layoff now to recuperate
little. Miss Elma Soderstrom is
assisting her brother Frank in the
bank.
Miss Fairy Jones of Longmont, Col
orado, is visiting her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Bruce Jones and family.
Miss Jones is employed as a typo
in one Of the printing offices at
Longmont.
Miss Nellie Campbell of Sterling,
has purchased the interest of Miss
Jessie Padfield in the hospital and
Is now running it with the help of
her sister. Miss Campbell is well
known here as a nurse.
j. R. Underwood can now be class.
ed as an aristocratic farmer He
comes to town in a nice new auto,
loaded down with melons, cantaloupe
and tomatoes. Mr.. Underwood has
a fine crop this year and will be
busy for a while delivering the crop
to town.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04
Spokes and Tires.

John D. Rockefeller has one virtue
which even his greatest critics won't
deny him: He doesn't affect public
dinners. The secret Of this abstinence
he recently confded to his family
physician.
in the first place" he said, q
cant eat much, - you know"
"But you don't have to eat at such
feasts," protested the doctor.
I'm aware Of that" replied ]. D.,
"but you do have to sit through the
speeches, and II there's anything
dread it's that sort Of thing. To my
mind an after-dinner speech is ike a
bicycle wheel; the longer the spoke
the greater the tire"
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04
ARE SLIPPING BACK
UNITED STATES SOON WILL HAVE
NO MERCHANT MARINE.
Effect Of Republican Policy Has Been
Practically to Remove the Stars
and Stripes from Worlds
Ports.

NOW completely Republican policies
have obliterated the merchant marine
OF the United States is shown by the
record Of the ships passing through
the Suez canal. Only nine ships Of
1887 net tonnage are reported for
1907, while the only countries below
that figure were Belgium, 3; China, /;
Egypt, 3; Siam, l; Portugal, l. The
number of British ships was 1851 with
s,4S5,S6S net tonnage.
Uncle Sans showing for 1907 is
very much worse than even his poor
record for 1906, with 22 ships of 67,-
S76 aggregate tonnage Hardly any.
thing could be more humiliating. espe-
cially for country of the prestige,
power and resources of the United
States.
Why has the merchant marine been
swept from the high seas since the
Republican party came into power?
Under Democratic rule the Stars and
Stripes were seen in every port the
world over, and the American clipper
ships were the fastest sailors. But
the age of iron and so-calle6 protective
! tariffs and restrictive navigation laws
have so increased the cost of ship
building and the expense of navigating
American ships that those with CAP
ital have sought other and more fs-
vored fields for its investment. The
Republican policy now is to grant di.
rect subsidies for ships to over
come the indirect subsidies to
other interests which have so
disastrously affected our merchant ma
rine. The ship building trust has been
protected by allowing only American
built ships to be registered under the
laws of the United States.
II shipmaster wishes to buy a new
ship he must pay the price the ship
building trust demands. He cannot
buy an English-built ship, although the
price would be 40 per cent. less than
one built in the United States. Some
shipmasters have evaded the law By
buying foreign-built ships and then
sailing them under foreign flags and
with foreign seamen.
II this policy OF so-called protection
through high tariffs is continued much
longer there will be no American sea-
men to man American ships, for even
on those ships used in the coastwise
trade which no foreign ship is allowed
to compete in, the majority Of the
sailors are foreigners.
Free ships would seem to be the
main remedy to rehabilitate our mer-
chant marine-that is, allow those who
wish to go into the shipping business
to buy their ships where they can buy
them cheapest. II at the same time
the tariff is reformed so that the
price of all that enters into the build
Ing of ships and the sailing of them
Is reduced to reasonable rates, ship
building and the repairs to ships would
be cheaper and competition would
eventually reduce the cost of freight,
much to the advantage of our farmers,
whose products must seek foreign mar.
kets, and our merchants who buy and
sell in foreign lands.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1908-09-04
A Few Bargains In
Real Estate.

1850 acres of good land in Paw
nee county, Elk miles from town.
one hall nile To school, all but a
little in cultivation. Price, $4,000
mortgage of $1,000. want $4,000
cash. This land lays between.
Larned and Rozel, north OF the
Pawnee.
$40 acrNs lear lie alCve
Price 5000, hall cash, balance on
time, All rented for wheat for
next year. This is IL bargain for
anyone having the money.
1850 acres in Ness county, 5
miles from town, mortgage OF.
$500. Owner will trade equity
for an automobile.
A good six room house on a
lot lOOxl4O feet, in fine location
near the west school building.
This can he bought very reason,
able if taken at once, :.
The above are all choice prop.
critics, and are offered cheap. If
you want to make IN invest.
meDt, come and seq us.
YOUNG q GILES.