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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-10-25
Indications That Three and Half
Billions Are Already Subscribed
NEW Y0RK'S Big PARADE
Last Minute Sales Expected to Be
Large, Yesterdays Rain Tending to
General Pershing Buys Bond.

Washington, Oct. 2b.-Indioations
today were that Liberty Day sales
had carried the total to about s3,-
5oo,ooo,oo0, if not beyond that sum.
Banks reported officially subscrip-
tions totalling more than $40O,000,-
900 but this sum, officials say, repre-
sents only a fraction Of what was
really secured during the day.
"A flood of telegrams from every
part of the country" the treasury de-
partment announced, told the same
story of subscription agencies swamp
ed so badly that there was no pos
sibility of making accurate estimates
of yesterdays sales before tonight at
the earliest Out of all the confusion
that has resulted from the over
whelming Of business that fairly swept
sales committee off their feet, there is
evident fixed determination to at.
tain the s5,0o0,0Oo,ooo maximum
total,
New York, Oct. 25.-New York to-
day celebrated it's second Liberty Loan
day. While the downpour of rain
yesterday caused a postponement Of
the parade which was to feature the
day set aside by President Wilson, it
failed to dampen the ardor Of the
Liberty bond statesmen and served to
give the city another day in which
to increase its subscriptions to the
loan.
The subscriptions yesterday-$120,-
O00, ,O00-caused the minimum allot-
mont of $s00.o00.o0o to be passed
and encouraged the workers in their
belief that the maximum quota of ST.
500, 100000 would be reached by Sat
urday.
Thousands of men and women,
thirty bands and forty floats, symbo-
lizing Americas entry into the war.
were to be in line in the postponed
parade up Fifth avenue to Central
park late this afternoon. Secretary
Daniels was expected to review the
procession
The British caterpillar tank, the
6-4. with its crew Of soldiers from
Somewhere in France" one OF the
features of the parade, was to swing
into the sheep meadows at Central
park and take it's place alongside the
captured German 1nine-laying subma-
rine UC-5. After the parade, the
underwater boat was to be re-chris-
tened 'U-Buy-A-Bond," and used as
a Liberty bond sales station.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-10-25
In Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, Oct. 26.-The parade
postponed yesterday owing to unfa-
vorable weather. was the feature of
a demonstration here today to stim-
ulate last minute sales of the second
Liberty Loan.
The Liberty bell, mounted on a
truck, was the central figure in the
turnout
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-10-25
Another Attempt,

Petrograd. Oct. 25.-German at
tempts to make another landing on
the Werder peninsula near Tomba
were frustrated yesterday by Russian
artillery fire, the war office announced
today.
On Tuesday the Germans were re-
ported to be on the Rodenpois-Tu
ain line.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-10-25

Strange Infatuation of Soldier for
Married Woman Described by Wit
ncsses at Opening of Murder Trial
in Superior COurt-Mrs. TObin
Feared Jealous Lover But Did Not
Rcpel Him.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-10-25
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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Friday afternoon the junior men,
bers of the Congregational Sunday
school were entertained by their
teachers in the church dining room,
over sixty being present. Games
and light refreshments gave the lit
tie people much pleasure.
In the evening the older members
of the Sunday school joined in "a most
enjoyable social evening. Miss Ar
nold's class presented "Ma Sweet" as
the entertainment and another divi-
sion, under the supervision of Mr..
Mason, served light refreshments. AS
a part of the evenings program Mr..
Blair in behalf of the school, present
ed the superintendent, Miss Clara
Moulton, with a box of silver coin, in
a few well-chosen words expressing
the esteem and appreciation of the
school their superintendent and the
good work which she is doing.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
POLITICIANS PLOT TO
GUST FARMER MEMBER
Desire to Replace Jason Woodman,
A Farmer, By A Sugar Manu-
facturer of u. p.

The state board of agriculture, as
its name implies, is designed to pro-
mote the agricultural interests of
Michigan. 1t is no light task, how
ever, to keep its membership from
falling into the control of profession
al politicians, who are long on hot
air, and very short on actual know
ledge of the agricultural needs of this
state. A good beginning toward
making this board serve the actuaf
needs of the farmers was made when
Hon. Jason Woodman of Paw Paw,
farmer by occupation, and gradu-
ate of the Michigan Agricultural COL
lege, was chosen as member of
this state board.
Mr.. Woodman has, as a member of
the board, stood for making its work
serve the rural needs of Michigan,
and not have it a jumping off place
for politicians with an axe to grind.
In doing this he has incurred the dis
pleasure of certain people who want
to play politics instead of help boost
the work of the farmers of Michigan.
So this political bunch have de-
creed that Mr.. Woodman must be de-
capitated and propose to hand over
his place to one, George w. McCor-
mick, a sugar beet manufacturer of
the upper peninsula of Michigan. If
the farmers Of this community and of
Michigan are on to their job and
know what is good for them, they
will nip this scheme in the bud, and
do it thoroughly.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Members of the Lincoln's club at
the G. A. r. hall last Monday for the
usual annual meeting. A big feed
was given and the members had a
royal time. The club has held meet
ings for years.
The Ladies' Social Circle will meet
on Wednesday, February 81 at Mrs.
J. w. Wells. Mrs. Frank Hannah
will be assistant hostess. A pay
lunch will be served.-Secretary
There will be big boiled dinner
at nj. K. church dining room Wednes-
day, February FL. Dinner served
from ii 100 a. m. to 100 p. m. Menu
as follows: corned beef, potatoes, cab
bage, carrots and other good things.
Don't forget to, be there.-adv.
The Rebekah Thimble party will
meet at Mrs. Horton Soules', Thurs
day afternoon. All the members are
requested to be present.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Mrs. Flora Fullington of Cedar
Springs spent the weekend with her
sister, Mrs. X. Weaver.
The next regular meeting Of the
Royal Neighbors will be held Monday
evening, February 10.
Miss Lucy Kohn visited with rela-
tives in Lansing over Sunday.
Rev. j. f. Iulg, pastor of the Free
Methodist church, left Wednesday for
week's visit in Buffalo, New York.
Alfred Jonas was taken i'll at his
work in Factory "a" Tuesday after
noon and a physician was called at
once. He was removed to his home
and is now resting comfortably. 1t
is thought his heart is bothering him,
but that he will be back to work
within a week.
E. B. Lapham, who has been sick
for the past two weeks, is not able
to leave his home yet.
Mrs. Geo. M. Blett had the misfor-
tune to slip on an icy walk Tuesday
morning, injuring her spine quite
badly and receiving a very bad dis
location and sprain to her right wrist.
Mrs. F. d. Lincoln is in New York
purchasing goods for spring:
Miss Josephine Aselin of the Beld-
ing Hat Shoppe, who has been to Al
pena on her vacation, will go to De-
troit, Buffalo and Cleveland next
week to make selections OF spring
millinery goods. She will be met in
Detroit by Mrs. A. B. Hull and they
will attend the market together.
Guy d. Weter, G. F. Smith, + A.
Washburn, F. C. Lloyd. Sidney Wash
A. rI M,c Franz n
Chase attended the Lincoln Club ban
ouet in Grand Rapids Monday night.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. B. Reed and Mrs.
/. L. Hubbell spent last Thursday in
Grand Rapids.
Frank Sears is home from I.ans-
ing. He has been sick for some time,
having done but one days work since
re went there after his last visit here
with his mother, Mrs. Mary Sears.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter c. Knight
were at Mount Clemens Monday,
where they attended the golden we'd
ding anniversary Of Mr.. Knights
parents.
Mrs. d. E. Fitzgibbons will open
dancing academy in Willard hall.
Wednesday. February 81, 1917 at
$50. Good music and instructors.
Saturday class. One dollar per cou-
pie as usual-adv.
George w. Pellets "Y"-"The
Victors" met at the home of Harold
and Clyde Arnold Tuesday evening
The meeting was called to order by
Mr.. Pellet, the president, James
Johnson. being sick. After the Bible
study the usual good time of games
and "stunts" were enjoyed. Harold
Coon was elected vice-president.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Orba Mccoy Of Detroit was in the
city over Sunday greeting old friends.
Orba is looking we'll and says he en-
joys the work at Hudsons store. He
is employed in the mems clothing de-
partment.
Harold Eddy of Detroit spent the
weekend with his parents.
j. M. Langston attended the Farm
ers' Institute at Orleans Thursday.
Bruce Moulton of Ionia was a
weekend visitor with friends and rel
atives here.
Judge Davis of Ionia stopped off
between trains Thursday. while on
his way to. Stanton.
Frank Murphy, who was in the hos
pital several days last week, suffer-
ing from eye trouble, was released
Miss Allie .Arnwine was in Detroit
over Sunday with her sister, Mrs.
George Y. Reed.
Miss Norma Loewe was home from
Lansing over Sunday.
Miss Esther Pinkham has return
ed to Ann Arbor. She was home for
few days after examinations in the
university were finished.
Henry Upholt left Monday for a
trip to Saginaw, Bay City and sew
eral other cities on business connect
ed with the foundry department of the
brass company. They are now in a
position to manufacture more of the
products of the foundry and are look
ing for new fields for the output.
Mrs. Chas. Johnson's Sunday
school class of little. girls met at
the home Of Ora Wasnick recently
and organized a sewing club. The
girlies call themselves the "Willing
Workers Club" They expect to
meet every two weeks. Their officers
are: President, Ora Wasnick; secre-
tary and treasurer, Geraldine Orser.
Mrs. Wasnick served light refresh
ments at the close of the pleasant
afternoon The next meeting win
be held with Miss Caroline French
Friday afternoon, February 16.
Saturday was Grange day and a
fine time was reported. Following
the dinner, in which seventy-four
participated, fifteen new members
were given first degree. A short
program was given. Master Edward
Geiser gave an extra recitation, "Chil-
dren's Hour" which was very well
rendered. The music of the afternoon
was splendid and it is hoped we will
be favored with more of the same
kind.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
Double Birthday Party

Last Saturday, February 10 was the
birthdays of Mrs. Henry Skellenger
and Mrs. A. c. Huff. The happy oc-
casion was celebrated at "Sunnyside
Farm" by a sumptuous dinner on
Sunday. Due to the severe weather
of last week only a few of the guests
were present, those out side the fam
lily circle were Mrs. John Mehney and
children.
Mrs. Huff, who was eighty. years
old, received fine bouquet of carna-
tions which graced the dining table.
A fine chicken dinner was served fol-
lowed by the usual courses of fruit,
nuts and candies.
Both ladies hope that next year
winter will be warmer, so that they
can celebrate more successfully.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
ENTERTAINED Golden Circle

Last Friday night twelve young
ladies of the Golden Circle class of
the M. E. Sunday school were royal
ly entertained by one of their number,
Miss Myrtle Covert, at the pleasant
home of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Edgar Covert of South. Bridge street.
The young ladies assumed the "kid-
dies" role and very unique were their
costumes.
The evening" was spent with much
merriment for all and closed with a
pot-luck supper of cocoa, sandwiches,
pickles, whipped cream and cake. The
young ladies did ample justice to the
viands and at a seasonable hour they
departed for their homes declaring
Miss Myrtle to be fine entertainer.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
Mrs. w. A. Wilder.
Mrs. Henry Smith.
Mrs. Henry Friedly.
Mrs. Percy Hanks.
Miss Abbie Moore.
FRED DEMO fN0 PEARL
WALKER MARRIED FEB. 6

The announcement Of the marriage
of Fred S. Demo, Jr., and Miss Pearl
Walker has been received by his par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. Fred S. Demo.
The happy couple were married in
Flint Tuesday. February 6 in the
Court Street M. E. church, the pastor
of the church performing the cere-
mony in the presence of a large
number of their young friends.
Both the bride and groom were
former residents here, she having
been employed in one of the silk mills
for some time and Mr.. Demo in the
freight and baggage, Office at the de-
pot.
Sometime ago Mr.. Demo secured a
fine position with the railroad COM
pany in Flint and Miss Walker also
went there and was employed in one
of the factories. Cupid kept playing
his pranks and finally one of his
arrows of love pierced both hearts at
the same time, which eliminated in
the minister healing the wounds by
uniting them for life.
For the present Mr.. and Mrs. Demo
will board and later go to house
keeping. Their many friends here
wish them joy and success
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
EMPLOYEES SURPRISE
SUPT. HENRY UPH0LT
A Merry Evening Was Spent With
Checker, Cards and Dancing as
the Pastime


On Saturday evening some of the
employees of the Grand Rapids Brass
company took occasion to spring a
surprise on Superintendent Henry
Upholt at his home. The event had
been planned for some time, but no
favorable opportunity for pulling it
off successfully had presented itself
until then. Mrs. Upholt was let in
to the secret and she was put to her
wits end to keep her husband in ig-
norance of the fact that there were
to be some doings.
When the company began to arrive,
however, he was not long in making
up his mind that "they had put one
over on him." There was a house
full Of gentlemen with their ladies
and children and a merry evening was
spent with checkers, cards and other
games and a half hour or more was
given over to the old-fashioned square
dance. Ed. Ranous and Laurence
Bray, with organ and violin, and Mr..
Ronk to cAll, furnished the inspiration
for the cotillion and Virginia reel.
Refreshments were served and at a
lull in the amusements, Mr.. Ranous
in behalf of the guests, presented
Mr.. Upholt with gold fob and chain,
as a slight token of the esteem the
employees hold for him.
Mr.. Upholt, who prizes the gift
highly, was doubly surprised and in
word of thanks told them so. The
company left declaring the event one
of the bright spots along life's jour-
ney.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Last Friday afternoon at one
o'clock thirty-fve Of the Pythian
Sisters met and were conveyed in a
sleigh load to the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Jerry Spaulding. The day was
very cold and the roads were found
so drifted that the ladies had to get
out and walk for a distance. Some
found it very hard walking and a few
fell much to their own annoyance
and greatly to the pleasure of others.
Nevertheless in due time they ar
rived at Mr.. Spaulding's, where the
afternoon was spent in music, visiting
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

The nelghborS and friends IN the
vicinity of Harry Goodworth's, living
on the north side, got together Sat-
urday night and whiled the hours
away at his home until the clock
reminded them that Sunday morning
was approaching. Games and dane
ing wer INDUCED in and all present
including Mr.. and Mrs. Goodworth
enjoyed the evening very much. Those
social gatherings help materially to
pass away the long tedious winter
evenings very pleasantly.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

and sewing. At five o'clock sump-
tuous Bohemian lunch was served,
which after the cold drive out was
greatly enjoyed by all.
The ladies left for home early in
the evening, after having extended
Mr.. and Mrs. Spaulding their thanks
for the pleasant afternoon which will
be long remembered by all who at
tended.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

The proposition to bond the town.
ship of Home for $4,000 to improve
the highways, was voted to tie last
week. Total votes polled were 264,
131 for bonding and 131 opposed it.
Two ballots were thrown out, one a
blank and the other not properly
marked.
1t is up to the people now If they
want good roads to submit this mat
ter again to the voter. 1t would pro-
baby carry he next time as many con-
ceived the idea that the money was to
be raised all in one year.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
Missionary Fair

The children of the Long Lake
Sabbath school are going to hold a
missionary fair at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. l.. j. Whitford at Long
Lake. Anyone wishing to help by
donating anything will please leave
it with Mrs. l.. j. Whitford. The
funds are to be used for missions.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
COMMITTEE DIVIDES
CITY INTO DISTRICTS

mittee have divided the city into
twenty-five districts. Cut this out
for use during the DR.. Fixes evan
gelistic meetings.:
In the announcement and reports
these districts will be known by the
name of the leaders, For instance, the
first district named has Mrs. Fred
Boyer for leader. 1t will be called
the Boyer district.
-Four mornings each week of the
three weeks, Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday, there will be
cottage meetings at 10 o'clock sharp.
North of High and west of Putney
street, Mrs. Fred Boyer, leader.
East of Putney and west of Pine
street, Mrs. Ellie Jones, leader.
East of Pine and west of North
Bridge street, Mrs. Fred Sanborn,
leader.
East of Bridge and north of bas-
ket factory to May street. Mrs. Eu-
gene Hudson, leader.
North of May street to Vicent and
east of Bridge street to Crawford,
Mrs. o. j. Burris, leader.
North of Vincent and east of Craw-
ford street, Mrs. Soules, leader.
Quick, Morrison avenue.
West of Front street and south to
Center street, Mrs. Parney, leader.
East of Front street to Pleasant
street, and from Main to Liberty
street, Mrs. Converse, leader.
East of Pleasant street to Howard
and from Main to Liberty street, Mrs.
Henry Smith, leader.
East of Hanover and Ionia streets,
Mrs. Z. B. Lapham, leader.
From Bridge east to Ionia street
and between Center and Washington
West of Bridge to Pearl and from
Liberty to Division street, Mrs.
Hoover, leader.
West of Bridge to Pearl and from
Division to Mary street, Mrs. En-
ma Brown, leader.
East of Bridge, between Center
and Division to Ionia street, Mrs.
Knight, leader.
East of Bridge to James and be-
tween Division and Mary streets,
Mrs. Edgar Seeley, leader.
East of James, between Mary and
Division to Ionia street, Miss Pearl
Lewis, leader.
East of Bridge and south of Mary
to State street, Mrs. Will Covert,
leader.
West of Bridge to Pearl and be-
tween State and Mary streets, Mrs.
III. l.. Johnson, leader.
West of Pearl and between State
and Ann streets, Mrs. Ayers, leader.
West of Pearl to Front and be-
tween Ann and Liberty streets, Mrs.
l.. II. Weeks, leader.
East of Bridge and south of State
street, Mrs. II. p. Currie.
= The division, known as Peck's Hill,
on both sides of Kenwood avenue,
and on Water street, Mrs. c. f. Davis.
The cottage meeting committee
would like to meet all of the district
leaders at the council rooms in the
city hall Saturday afternoon, Febru-
airy II at three o'clock for general
consultation. Ma
Mrs. w. A. Wilder.
Mrs. Henry Smith.
Mrs. Henry Friedly.
Mrs. Percy Hanks.
Miss Abbie Moore.
The meetings for this week Thurs
day at three o'clock are at Mrs. Rus
sells, West May street; Mrs. +. Sag
endorf's. May street; Mrs. w. A.
Dutt, South Bridge street; Mrs
Campbell, Harrison avenue; Mrs. VIM.
Bliss, 221 East Center street; Mrs. l..
H. Weeks, 610 Broas street; Friday
evening, 1880, Miss Ina Virgins, 121
Water street.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Both children and grown-ups, with
coughs and colds, are ell the better for
a dose of Foley's Honey and Tar at
bed time. II wards off Group, stops
tickling throat, and hacking coughs,
and makes an otherwise feverish, Sleep
less night OF coughing and distress. q
quiet and restful one.
BROWNSVILLE. TEXAS, Mr.. Chas.
usinl any other cough medicine. as Foicy's
Honey and Tar IL certain 10 brine quick relief
IL 10 especially effective IN cases OF bad coughs,
and we dive II 20 our children and recommend
cpiates."
WORTLEY 4 FRENCH
CONNELL'S DRUG STORE
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Card of Thanks.-We wish to thank
the friends and neighbors and those
who furnished flowers for their kind
assistance during the sickness and
death of our mother and grandmoth-
er, Mrs. Chas. Northway.
Children and Grandchildren.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
Nofice

The Grattan Silver Grays will hold
their mid-winter meeting at the Graf
tan Grange hall on Wednesday, Febru-
airy Fl. Mrs. A. w. Slayton,
Secretary.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

1t has just about gotten so that a
mother is regarded as old-fashioned
if she doesn't have to warm up a
three-months-old baby's supper on
the gas range.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Anyway, the pen has the sword
beaten to fragile for long-distance
fighting.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

Some people fail to practice what
they preach, because they need the
money.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
F. & A. M. Communication

Special communication Of Belding
Lodge No. 355 F. & A. M. Thursday
evening, February Is for work in the
EA degree. Fred Rogers, w. M.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14
Notice

Bedding city taxpayers pay your
taxes on or before February %, or
they will be returned to county.
C. A. Rowley, City Treasurer.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-02-14

A lazy man is always on the wrong
side of the human profit and loss ac-
count.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-11-29

Madison, Wis-In response TO a
question as to what Wisconsin has
done during the war, the following list
has been prepared from the records 10
show some of the accomplishments
through the State Council OF. Defense:
Conducted campaign against the
practice of food boarding.
Distributed thousands Of POUNDS OF
rough fish at a state price of cents
per pound in the larger cities and IN
dustrial centers, where meat has been
a luxury.
Organized the bakers of the state
until they have individually pledged
themselves not to accept unsold bread
from retail customers.
Completed a survey Of the state OF
mills equipped to grind -four, which
gives the condition Of these mills and
their capacity.
Compiled a list of unused land, by
counties, available for cultivation,
which has been referred to the county
councils for attention in 1913.
Aided in tho establishment of city
markets in cities Of over 5000 at which
thousands of carloads Of produce have
been sold to the mutual benefit Of pro
Queer and consumer.
Created and is conducting depart
ment headed by a market commission
er which will aid in the marketing OF
surplus food products which in other
years have gone to waste.
Inaugurated a statewide soldier pa
movement so that every enlisted anC
selected man from Wisconsin has {
pal at home who will look after his
interests while he is at war.
Appointed county labor agents II
fifty-eight counties out Of seyenty-one
covering the entire agricultural sec
ton. who work with labor committee!
of the county councils.
Completed a registration of all boy
and young men from 16 to Fl, wht
have been enlisted in the boys work
ing reserve.
Called a conference of the sheriff
and police officers of the state. an
through their cooperation enforced
vagrancy law until there is not
known idler in the state.
Organized automobile squads in cit
| les and larger towns, composed Q
business and professional men, VIII
| have gone into the country to aSsis
| farmers where labor was wanted TO
| harvest
Through the cooperation Of tn