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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
Easy For Him.

How do you make the distinction
between popular and classical musicT
asked the very young man.
''Oh, that's easyr' answered the dis
penser of home grown philosophy. Its
9opular If | enjoy it, and it is classic
u / don't. Chicago News.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
Owns Pine Tree Bill

st. Johns.-H. +. Ticknor OF this
city has in his possession a bill for
six dollars made during the time OF
the Pine Tree Currency and is piece
of the first paper money made. 1t
measured probably three or four
inches ii size. On one side of it is a
picture of a pine tree and on the 9TH
er side seal having beaver in it,
the significance of which is not
known. On this same side are print
ed these words: "This bill entities the
bearer to receive six Spanish milled
dollars, or value received thereof in
gold or silver, according to a resolu-
ton of Congress passed at Philadel-
phia, November 2, 1916" At the top
of the bill is printed: "The United
Colonies"
Mr.. Ticknor has learned that this
is one of two such bills in existence
now. The other is owned by man
living in Chicago who paid $1,000 for
It. Mr.. Ticknor has had several
chances to sell his but as it has been
in the possession of the family for
many years he does not like TO part
with it.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
nEIeHBoRnooD NEWS


Caro.-Mayville Masons dedicated
their new hall Wednesday evening,
the officers of the grand lodge doing
that work and the third degree was
also exemplified. Many visitors from
Saginaw and various parts of the home
county were present and the occasion
was most enjoyable from every point
of view. They now own the brick
building adjoining Eveland's bank,
use the first floor for dining room
and kitchen while second floor is
strictly for lodge use.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
Followed Example

st. Johns.-A 6-year-old st. Johns
boy was eating peanuts. He ate them
in the usual manner for time, and
then poked one up his nose. Not get
ting the desired results in that fas-
hion he went crying to his mother.
She tried to remove the peanut and
after failing in the attempt called a
physician. After the peanut was re-
moved, the physician had gone, and
things settled down to some extent,
the mother began to demand an ex-
PLANTATION.
why in the world did you want
to poke peanut up your nose, any
way?" she asked.
well" replied the boy in self-de-
Tense, that's the way elephants eat
them"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
Poetry.

Write poetry by all means" a pro-
fessor In the University OF Minnesota
has encouraged his class boldly. But
establishing his right to be called not
only diplomatic. but a sincere worker
for the general welfare.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
To Get Sugar Factory

Cass City.-Edward Pinney, banker
of Cass City, while at the county con-
vention in Caro- Wednesday, said that
his home town has hopes of getting
a sugar factory, a branch of the
Michigan Sugar Company.
General Manager Wallace has
promised to visit Cass City before
June 1, for the purpose of looking
over the situation and some promis-
ing sites for location of such an enter
prise near Cass river, south of town.
Boosters everywhere in the county
will hope that such good fortune may
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
wisner Township in Special Election

CarO.-Because of some errors IN
the call for the special election for
bonding Wisner township for the pur-
pose of building good roads which
carried last month, new election
has been called to be held Wednes-
day, Nav 81.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17

Willie-I say, ma. If dad was to die
would he go to heaven? Ma-Hush,
Willie. Who's been putting such ridic-
1lous thoughts into your heai!-Lon-
don Opinion.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17

Mae Erdman and Don Mccormack,
are members of this years gradual
ing class, Portland high school: The
ease with which they passed the ex-
animation testifies substantially as to
the merits of the Portland schools as
an educational institution. The fact
that four out of seven Portland stud
ents, received satisfactory averages
is still another reason why members
of the teaching staff as well as citi-
zens generally should feel proud.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17

Isolation is the most efficient means
of controlling leprosy?
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
Machinery Moved Away

Portland. - Machinery and other
equipment formerly used by the
Western Woodenware Co. in making
garment hangers and other wooden
novelties, is being dismantled and
moved to Kalamazoo this week, hav-
ing been purchased by the Darcy
Spring Co. of that city, some time
ago from W. o. Hughart, of Grand
Rapids, who bought the plant at trus-
tees sale in March. The Darcy Co.
has specialized for years in the manu-
facture of cushion springs and enjoys
splendid trade, but proposes to
branch off into the garment hanger
business and buys the machinery with
this object in view. Emerson ID. Yer
ity, Of Portland, who organized the
Western Woodenware Co. and was its
president and general manager until
the concern struck the financial rocks,
has been rendered position with the
Darcy Co. as factory foreman. He
has not yet filed his acceptance, how
ever, and is not certain that he will.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
Walk from OIivet to Portland

0livet.-Miss Frances Ruessman
and a young lady friend, both of
whom are attending college at Olivet,
conceiving the idea that trip across
country to Portland would not be bad
at this time of the year, started out
on foot, Friday, at 200 p. m, and
reached Mulliken at 10 o'clock the
same evening. They put up for the
night in the little town and on the fol-
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17

means added happiness safety-comfort
and convenience for your whole family.
Just because your father and grandfather
used oil lamps and lanterns is no reason
why you should, any longer, put I'D with
their danger and poor light. Light the
modern way, the safe way, with the PILOT.
Find out today about this modern light plant. You
owe it to yourself. You owe it to your good wife
and to your children You can well afford the
little it will cost. ~
Write for our illustrated caaIogs and descriptive
booklets giving all the facts fs
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17

$40 Mason ST., FLINT, MICH
OxwE1-D AcETYIENE COMPANY. CHICAGO
Largest Makers Of Prissf< Lighting and csoxinx
Plants in rae World
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17
to Light Their Barns

OF = back the Old days = 81 years ago YOU
couldn't get anything better Buthese last few years have
changed living conditions that uptodae farm families
won't be satisfied any longer-with poor light.
The modern farmer is quick the value of good light
safety and the convenience brings him and his family There
hundreds of thousands of farmers who have chosen the
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-05-17

Walking is the best exercise-and
the cheapest?
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18

war steamship men point out. and
considering the wealthy Americans
who will visit the continent, as we'll
as those Of more moderate means,
the estimate of $1,000 each as the
amount they will spend is regarded
as low,
Inquiries and applications for pas.
sage on the first ship to sail from
the United States after the war are
rolling into the booking Offices by
hundreds, and causing steamship
companies to make every preparation
to handle the biggest trans-ocean
traffic In history after the war. M
But two companies North
German-Lloyd and the Hamburg
American line--are actually accept
ing tentative bookings In the face Of
the uncertainty as to the termination
OF the war, neutrality-suspicious. line
officials refused to divulge the num-
ber OF passages already booked. These
bookings are made In the order Of
receipt and are subject to cancella-
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
TOURISTS AND IMMIGRANTS WILL
RUSH TO EUROPE AFTER THE WAR

New York. Sept, 1S.--Millions of
dollars poured into this country by
warning European nations for NUM-
tions, are to be poured back into Eu-
rope at the end Of the war by Ameri-
can tourists and immigrants, who will
return to their home countries to aid
In the work Of rehabilitation.
American curiosity to see famous
battleields and the desire OF aliens
to play a part In rebuilding the war
torn cities Of their countrymen will
send money floodlng back to Europe,
according to indications at steam
ship offices here today,
Taking as an estimate, as viewed
by steamship officials. that 100000
Americans will visit Europe during
the first year after the war, and that
they win spend an average OF $1,000
each, $500, 900, 900 will be returned
to the European countries within -
after peace Is restored.
Europe will. OF course, be a greater
show place than ever before after the
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
TAKE THIRD LINE
IN ITALIAN DRIVE

Rome, Sept. 1S.-The italians have
broken the Austrian third line in the
region Of Monfalcone after three days
of fierce lighting.
On the whole front from Goritz
to the sea the new Italian drive on
Trieste is proceeding satisfactorily.
A whole series of Austrian positions
from 0ppacchiasella southwark
through Pietra Rosa has been car
ried and the Austrians driven back
to trench positions In the valley.
The advanced italian lines are now
less than thirteen miles from Trieste.
Heavy rain storms have interfered
with the progress Of the offensive,
preventing aerial observation and
thus impeding the artillery attack.
But, despite these obstacles. General
Cadorna's. men drove the enemy down
the eastern slopes of hills l44, eos
and several other dominant positions
holding up the Italian advance along
he yallons.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
GREEN MOTORMEN
CAUSE SMASH UPS

New York, Sept, 1S.--Green motor
men, used as strikcbreakers on the
lines OF the New York railways,
figured In two collisions OF street cars
today, In each instance one passen-
tSr was badly hurt and many others
badly bruised or cut by flying glass.
Mrs. Irene Carter. 33 years old,
Mount Vernon, N. r., sustained n
broken shoulder and probable inter-
nal Injuries, when car In charge OF
Motorman George Kelly became un-
manageable In the Bronx and crash
ed into another car standing at the,
foot OF the hlll waiting to take on
passengers, Kelly was arrested on an
assault charge. The vestibules OF
both cars we're wrecked, but Mrs. Car
ter was the only passenger requiring
attention at the hospital, Kelly said
he was n strikebreaklng workman,
and declared he was unable to stop
the car after II started down the hill.
Twenty-slx passengers were badly
shaken up when two Third avenue
trolley cars came together in rear
end collision at 139th street and
Third avenue. The crews OF both
cars were green strikebreakers.
) All the passengers we're thrown
from their seats. but only one. Harry
Weiner, 30 years old, was taken to
q hospital.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
NEAR ROW IN
N { X|CAN n
BOARD
Commissioners Representing
Two Governments Clash
Over Plans for Border
Patrol After Withdrawal

New London, Conn. Sept. 1S.-The
American and Mexican commissioners
in session here today faced the first
approach to row which has arisen
since their sessions opened.
II was learned that General Bliss
definitely recommended to the COM
missioners the withdrawal of the
American expedition from Mexico,
with General Funston. But
the commissioners came near 10 a
split over what steps should be taken
as regards border patrol after the
American withdrawal.
Mexican Commissioner Cabrera told
the Americans he could not discuss
collateral issues on which they have
insisted. They must take up with
drawal FIRST and finally. he said
Resumlng work after the week re-
cess the American group found that
Its evidence failed to show conclu-
sively Carranza's ability to do all the
United States would have him do for
protection OF American interests. The
Mexicans. on the other hand, held
that the early withdrawal OF the U. S.
troops is essential to progress in
quieting and reviving Mexico.
carranza, Cabrera indicated, has
seen stories to the effect that stress
was being laid on international af-
fairs. Both Carranza and Cabrera
are displeased at this. though as
matter OF fact the American COM
missioners have sought to. settle the
basic problems OF Mexico before de-
termining upon border matters.
Cabrera insisted that his powers
were limited to the discussion of with
drawal and protection OF the border.
He indicated to newspaper men that
matters are not altogether hopeless
and that the afternoon session may
clear the atmosphere. The American
group Of commissioners were silent,
though apparently disturbed.
Indications are evident that the
Mexican commissioners failed to meet
In any sort OF satisfactory degree
requirements as to their share of the
burden OF future protection. although
the American arbiters professed no
intent Of being arbitrary.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
DEMOCRATIC LEADER FINDS
CONDITIONS SATISFACTORY

New York, Sept. 1S.-Returning
today from western trip. Vance Me-
Cormick. democratic national chair
man. radlated confidence.
II found conditions in Indiana very
satisfactory" he said, "and there is
complete assurance that President
Wilson will carry the state. In Chi
cago conferred with many western
leaders. The party is united, more
militant than ever before. and things
look bright for democracy In all that
region"
Senator owen OF Oklahoma called
on Mccormick today and assured him
OF strong Wilson support in Okla
homa. owen will take the stump
shortly.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
AtKIUjIf;Il.ini;i;;,;SS:. i + FLEET
USED IN ATTACK
AGAINST GERMANS

Paris. Sept is.-~For the first time
In the history OF the world the French
used an aeroplane squadron to lead
tho successful attack on the village
OF Bouehayesnes. north OF the
Somme, Il was learned today. Twenty
Ave armored planes. each mounting
three machine guns, one pointing for
ward and two downward. charged the
German lines before the French In
fantry lcit their trenches.
Flying high above this charging
air column were French aviation
ofhcers. who directed the attack sew
erai hundred feet below In much the
same manner that an officer directs
an infantry charge from a sheltered
dug6ut.
The French fliers swooped low over
the German lines as the artillery
lifted and raked the German trenches
with a murderous Are. Prisoners re-
port that this form OF attack had a
remarkable effect upon the Germans
who had survived the artillerying and
we're awaiting In their half ruined
trenches the coming storm OF French
infantry. II sent them flying In panic
down communicating trenches. and In
some instances. caused machine gun
crews to desert their posts.
As the French infantry came on
with rush the air chargers drove
forward to the second phase OF their
work. They few along the roads,
turning their machine guns on Ger
caan reserves being brought into ac-
ton along the roads leading 20 Bou-
chavesnes.
This new use OF aeroplanes proved
so successful that Il is expected to
play a most important part in the fu-
ture operations OF the war, British
iliers apparently used the same meth
ods successfully In the British ad-
vance Friday,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18

CONTINUE THEIR
ONWARD SWEEP

London, Sept. 18.-The most des-
perate Teutonic counter-attacks have
failed to stop the onward sweep OF the
Anglo-French armies ON both sides
Of the river Somme.
The German war Office this after
noon admitted the loss OF Berry,
Deniecourt and positions between
Barleux and vermandovillers In the
new French drive south Of the river.
The capture Of Deniecourt has not yet
been announced from Paris, though
an official statement issued at noon
reported the village surrounded. The
French war Office last night reported
the capture OF Berry and vermando-
villers.
North Of the Somme the British
closed in on Thiepval last night after
repulsing German attacks, General
Haig reported. and captured enemy
positions south OF the town.
Aside from the allies success on
the Somme. the word that the Rus
sian and Roumanian forces have halt
ed their retreat in southeastern Rou-
mania and are now making stand
against the Teutons was the most en-
couraging news from the allied stand
point reaching London today. The
German war office announced that the
Russo-Roumanians have been REIN
forced and are now preparing to give
battle to protect the important Con-
stanza railway line, which guards
Roumania's compunications via the
Black sea.
A dispatch from the Rome bureau
of the United Press reported that the
Italians have broken through the
Austrian third line east Of Monfal-
cone and are now within less than
thirteen miles of Trieste, chief goal
OF the Italian armies.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18

tion.
The North German-Lloyd has 1o7
passengers booked for the first vessel
to sail after the close OF hostilities
The International Mercantile Mar
ine--which controls the American
line. the Atlantic Transport, the
White Star and the Red Star lines
is making preparations for record
traffic, both east and westbound. ac-
cording to j. B. Lindsey, booking
agent. Uncertainty as to rates, how
ever, and dates Of sailings, prevents
maintenance Of passenger list.
Passenger and freight rates may
take Jump after the war, Lindsey
says. because conditions may increase
the cost OF operation,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
COMMERCIAL
CLUB HAS
I LUNCHEON
Focal Organization Enteriains
60 Of Its Members and
Guests at Function That
Will Be Continued Weekly

Sixty members OF tho Commercial
club. and guests of the club. were pre-
sent at tho iirst OF the Monday lunch
cons served In the assembly room OF
club quarters nj noon today. The
lunch. . moot excellent one. was
served by Reid's. upon equipment OF
the club. DR.. Ed Bywater. as chair
man OF the clubs entertainment com
mittee, was master OF ceremonies.
With tho serving OF the courses, club
members were called upon for brief
addresses. President Allen explained
that the weekly luncheon was not
served especially 10 feed hungry men,
but Its prime reason for being was
that the business men of the city
might meet once a week and thus
keep better In touch with local actlyi-
ties. Sam II, Baker. Acting Mayor
Demaray and Frank s, Bramwell each
spoke endorsing the weekly luncheon
idea, The real business before the
house, however. was advanced by n.
p. Miller, WHO explained the sIs.
nincance OF the coming OF the dele.
gation from Portland Wednesday. and
stated that II was an opportunity
which the community should grasp to
show the visitors what there was In
the way OF developed and undeveloped
resources In southern Oregon. The
appointment OF n special committee
OF seven members from the club men,
bcrship was authorized. this commit
tee to have charge OF the plans for
the entertainment Of the visitors. The
president announced tho committee az
follows; Marshall Hooper, II. L.. Gil
key. Sam Baker. r. b. Miller. DR..
Walker, Geo, Lundburg. and Asa Hol-
comb.
When the question OF a continuance
OF the luncheon as a weekly affair was
discussed, the members present were
unanimous In support OF the motion.
CONTINUED on page ~
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
DIES Of INJURIES
\ RECEIVED IN FALL

Tacoma, Sept, Isl. A, Fritsch,
president OF the Fritsch Loan & Trust
company, Of Salt Lake, who was In
jured by falling through crevasse
at the mouth of Mount Tacoma Sun
day, died today MS a result OF injuries
he received in the plunge off the slip
perry trail. Fritsch's body was brought
to Tacoma this afternoon,
The party OF mountain climbers OF
which Fritsch was a member had
reached the summit safely and start
ed back across the glaciers, when the
Salt Lake man slipped and disappear
cd into q creyasse. He was dragged
back into trail and carried into
Gibraltar later being brought on u
stretcher to Reese's camp, where he
died, W
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18

Jack Williams returned last night
from his sawmill at Bray, Cal. at
which place he spent the summer.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
German Troops Abandon Sew
eral Positions Along The
Somne River to French
Today Is Berlin Report
Berlin, Sept. fisherman troops
have abandoned Berny. DenIecourt
and positions between Barleux and
vermandovillers to the French, II was
officially announced this afternoon.

Paris, Sept. lS.--French troops sur
rounded the village OF Deniecourt,
south OF the Somme. In heavy fighting
last night. II was ofiicially stated to-
day The Germans counter attacked
savagely on the whole front south OF
the Somme, where the French scored
important gains yesterday. Three
violent attacks were made east OF the
village OF Berny and south OF Denie-
court. where the French repulsed the
onslaughts and then made further
progress. completing the encircling
movement.
Twelve hundred prisoners and ten
mitrailleuses were taken.
According to prisoners OF the Tenth
Ersatz division, the German losses In
fghting south OF the Somme yester-
day. were enormous, Two divisions OF
the 3Sth battalion were almost ami
hilated by French artillery fire that
preceded The capture OF Berry and
vermandovlllers.
North OF the Somme the French
carried a German trench east OF Clery
and repulsed counter-attacks.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18

Premier Asquith has Ave sons.
Three OF them have seen service since
the beginning of the war and Arthur
was wounded at the Dardanelles. Ray
mond Asquith was recently In France
and It Is more than probable that he
was killed in the great battle on the
Somme front Friday, when the Brit
ish resumed the offensive.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
MAJOR GENERAL MILLS
DEAD AT WASHINGTON

Washington, Sept. 1S.-Major Gem
eral M. Mills, chief OF the division Of
militia affairs, U, S, A., died at his
home here today OF pneumonia.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-18
BRITISH PREM|ER'S
SON DIES IN BATTLE

London. Sept. lS.--Raymond AS
Qulth. son OF the British premier. has
been killed, II was announced today.
He was the eldest son OF the
premier and a lieutenant In the
Grenadier guards. The official an
nonncement said, he was killed Fri
day.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-06-18
Rain Slips In and Trips
Up Hopes of Giants
GIBSON HAPPY WHEN
FIGHTERS SAIL AWAY
Bronx Promoter Sends Final
Consignment to Argentina.

As the Lamport Holt liner Vssari
steamed away for Buenos Ayres yes
terdsy Billy Gibson threw up both
hands. kissed his finger tips and said:
"Goodbyl I'm through"
The vessel had taken away the sec
ond and last instalment Of prizefghters
that Billy garnered from the four cor
ners of the Union for the boxing
tournament in Brazil and Argentina.
Sam Langford. Sam McVey, Harry
Wills and Rough House Ware stood on
the afterdeck of the liner and grinned.
This is the first and last crowd !
will ever try to send abroad said
Billy, hopping his brow in the heat Of
Fier s, Brooklyn.
Fighters are funny fellows. Before
they will sign contract they want 70
know things that no mortal man can
tell them I've put up $4,000 to get
that crowd started. Why. have spent
over 81 900 in kilograms alone,
This is what these fellows wanted
TO know by long. collect kilograms:
How much will get?' How much will
you put up before I go?' What's the
name Of the ship How long will II
take to get 20 Buenos AyresT How
big is the shipT What kind Of hotels
have they got in Rio?' What kind Of
a guy am going 10 fight" DO they
have bacon and eggs in Brazil? What
ship do We come back on p"
Once more Wisyum mopped his brow.
Never again." he sighed, hopping
into a taxi