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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
THE FIFTH DISTRICT
v. c. I. j. CONvEN.
TON OPENS APRIL IS
INTERESTING PROGRAM WILL
BE GIVEN AT ALL SESSIONS
PEOPLE SHOULD ATTEND

Belding will entertain the delegates
of the fifth district w. C. T. U. at its
annual convention next week Wednes-
day, Thursday and Friday Interest
ing topics are up for discussion at all
the sessions and will keep the pro-
gram lively all the time. The ses-
sions will be held in the Congrega-
tional church.
Between seventy-fve and one hun
dred delegates are expected to attend
the convention. They will be enter
tanned with lodging and breakfast
free but charge of twenty-five cents
will be made for dinners and suppers.
The fifth district comprises the coun-
ties ofeOttawa, Ionia, Allegan, and
Kent and delegates from these coun-
ties as well as several visitors will be
included in the audiences.
The first services Of the convention
will be Wednesday evening at 7:15.
1t will be started off with jubilee
and hearty song service. Greetings
will be given by Mrs. f. p. Hamman
and Rev. A. j. Blair. Responses will
be given by persons from other points
in the district interspersed with APP
propriate music.
Thursday morning the first session
will open at eight forty-five. The
morning will largely be taken up with
routine business in connection with
the organization. The latter part of
the morning session will be given over
to county presidents hour when a
very interesting program will be
given.
The whole convention will be of
such interest that all of the citizens
of Belding who possibly can should
attend the different sessions. Furth-
er particulars regarding the program
will be given next week.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
FIFTY THOUSAND TROUT
HAVE BEEN PLANTED

For the past week or two the state
fish commission car has pulled into
Belding several times and on one of
the trips the officials left several
cans Of young brook trout brought
direct from the state fish hatchery
at Paris to be distributed among the
streams in this vicinity. There were
fifty, thousand of them. 1t might be
few more and possibly less but the
small number either way won't make
much difference because they are a
free gift from the state.
Chas. M. Wise took charge of the
shipment and he with assistants
planted them in the different streams
which are supposed to be best adapt
ed for them. Snaky Run, Dickerson
creek ard Seeley creek and other
streams received their proportion Of
the young fry.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
LOST HIS HAND
IN VENEER MACHINE
At BASKET FACTORY

Arson Hancock was the victim of
a fearful accident Friday which will
cause him to go through the remain
der of his life minus a hand. He
was a teamster for the basket COM
pany and the accident happened to
him while he was at the veneering
machine in the building.
Mr.. Hancock noticed a piece of a
stick or shaving of the veneer on the
machine and in his attempt to brush
it away reached under the heavy
knife with his left hand across the
table while the blade was not in
motion. While reaching for it the
machine was started by the operator,
who did not see what Hancock was
doing and it caught his hand just be-
low the wrist severing it instantly.
The injured man was given immedi-
ate first aid attention and rushed to
the city hospital, where Drs. Pinkham
and Little dressed the wound.
Hancock had been cautioned by
Frank Brown, the operator, and al
so by A. C. Loyer, the superintend-
ent, of the danger there was in his
attempt to do anything about the
machine. He was fortunate in not
losing his whole arm.
Mr. Hancock is unmarried and was
boarding with Mr.. and Mrs. Kim
King.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
CITY HOSPITAL GETS
MANY OTHER GIFTS

Since giving the last report of do
nations received by the city hospital
many others have been received at
the institution. The committee is al
ways glad to receive these donations
and never fails to thank the donors
for their gifts. Following is a list
of the contributors since the last re-
port was given and also the kind and
amount of their gifts: Ralph Beld-
ing, eggs and chicken; Mrs. Robin
son, eggs; Miss Elsie French, grape
juice; Mrs. Don Dean, fruit; Mrs. l..
L. Hubbell, fruit; Mrs. Barney Cur
tbs, fruit; Mrs. F. A. Washburn,
fruit; Harry Lamb, sugar sacks;
Mrs. w. r. Fisher, endless chain
party, $1.25; Young Ladies' Hospi-
tai Guild, $500; Wortley & French,
antisceptic solution.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
RUFUS MORSE WRITES
OF HIS EXPERIENCES

In a recent issue of the Leghorn
World, Rufus Morse of Cooks Cor
ners was quoted on the advantages
of artificial brooding from his ex-
perience. The title Of his article is
aChick Raising With Brooder
Stoves" The article is important
from the standpoint of the poultry
industry and especially interesting
since Mr.. Morse is well-known loc-
ally. In the poultry department of
the Banner next week will be found
the article as it was given both in
the Leghorn World and the Poultry
Breeder.
Be sure to read Mr.. Morse's ar
ticle in the poultry department of
the Banner next week.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
DR.. HEALY GREETS
HIS OLD FRIENDS

DR.. j. J. Healy of Montreal, Que,
was in the city Friday greeting and
looking after some business affairs.
He wore genial smile and gave a
hearty handshake which was indica-
tive of prosperity and peace of mind.
The doctor said he was enjoying "a
good practice and that it was grow
ing better every month. He took a
few days off to come to Belding and
also for stop-over in Lyons on his
return. He says everything in Cam
ada has military aspect and if the
war continues much longer he may
20 to the battle front with the boys.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Mary Baker Eddy Memorial

The memorial 10 Mary Baker Eddy
the discoverer and founder of Christ
ian Science, erected in Mt. Auburn
cemetery at Cambridge, Mass, was
turned over to the Christian Science
board of directors by Ebert S. Bar
low of New York last week, who had
charge of its construction. Over a
year and half has been required to
complete it. Christian Scientists
throughout the world have contribut-
ed, as expressions of sentiment, the
entire cost of over $150,000.
The memorial is of Bethel white
granite and consists Of an open circu-
lar colonade of eight columns fifteen
feet in height surmounted by cor
nice and cresting.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
ANNUAL ELECTION D0RIC
CHAPTER OFFICERS

The annual election of officers of
Doric Chapter, o. E. S. took place
Tuesday evening at their regular
meeting. Mrs. Edward Belding was
elected worthy matron; George N:
Foster, worthy patron; Mrs. Mildred
Brown, worthy associate matron
Miss Bessie Peterson, secretary; Mrs.
Carries Haviland, treasurer; Mrs.
Alta Arnold, conductress, and Mrs.
Mary Purdy, associate conductress.
Delegates to the Grand Chapter to
be held in Detroit are Mrs. Carrie
Wilson, Mrs. Ethel Belding and Geo.
N. Foster; alternates Mrs. A. M.
Hall, Mrs. Z. B. Lapham and Mrs.
Fred Purdy.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
HIGH SCHOOL TEAM
HAS OPENING GAME
HERE ON SATURDAY
IONIA WILL BE HERE TO START
SPORT OF SEASON. PLENTY
OF MEN IN TRY-OUT

Coach Reed of the high school
base ball team is developing some
enthusiasm in connection with the
try-outs for team positions. The
first game of the season will occur
here next Saturday and considerable
activity is shown among the players
for their coveted positions. In speak
ing of the prospects for a team Mr..
Reed says:
Although the weather Of the past
week has not been conducive to base
ball, about twenty candidates have
expressed their intentions of trying
out for the team which will represent
the local high school this season.
Everything points to successful
season and never before have the
students shown such an outward in
terest in spring athletics. Only four
from last years team are back in
school-Dale Klock,- 1917 captain,
Lester Jersey, c. Altenburg and
Glenn Lambertson. 1t will be diff
ficult task to pick a team for the
first game which will occur' here Sat
urday this week with Ionia high as
opponents. There is plenty of op-
position in both the outfield and in
field, and some very likely candidates
are showing up in both places. Jer-
sey and Altenburg will be called up
on to do most of the pitching, while
the catching job will be between
Theo. Lambertson, Dean and Autman.
Work in track has tarted off with a
great deal of enthusiasm under the
direction Of f. l.. Bailey. Belding
high should have an unusually sue
cessful season in both base ball and
track. A. j. Reed"
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Your Country Needs You'll,

NOW is the time for all good men
to come to the aid of their country.
If you are young, and single, you
should ENLIST.
II you are the head of family and
live on a farm make that farm pro-
duce every bushel of grain and pro-
duce possible.
If your wife has spare time urge
her to join the RED CROSS workers,
and help prepare for the giant strug-
gle upon which the UNITED
STATES has entered.
Don't wait to be drafted-do your
bit
Five branches Of the army and
navy will welcome you.
If you are able-bodied, and single,
and between 16 and 80 years of age,
apply at one of the nearby enlist
ment stations. If you are under 18
your parents (or guardian's) consent
will be necessary.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Auction Sale Day Talk

Col. M. +. Bower of Lake Odessa
was in the city Saturday on his re-
turn home. He is an auctioneer and
had been in Orleans where he made
the sale at the Post auction last week.
Col. Bower is considered the best
auctioneer in the county and while
here conferred with several of our
business men about the feasibility of
having a general auction day" once
a month in Belding, where the farmer
and city man could place their pro-
perty on public sale.
Such a sale with all kinds of goods,
stock, etc, listed-well advertised
would undoubtedly become popular
and draw large crowds to the city.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Otisco Farmers Club Meet

The West Otisco Farmers club
met at the home Of Mr.. and Mrs. Lee
Miller for their last all-day meeting
April 5, and in spite Of the rain and
snow fine time was enjoyed by all
present. About thirty members and
several visitors were present, among
them being John Cowan, whom we
were pleased to meet once more.
After the fine Easter dinner was
served, the president called to order
and the business was carefully look
ed after. The program was neces-
sarily short owing to so many be-
ing absent who took part. The
topic was well discussed, and some
good ideas were advanced.
Our. next meeting will be an af-
ternoon meeting, May 3, with supper
consisting of sandwiches. coffee,
salads, cakes and everything good.
The program for our May meeting
is as follows: Song by club, No. IL;
reading, Mrs. Della Carpenter; in
strumental music. Mrs. Maude jerks;
recitation: Mrs. Nellie Ross; duet,
Martha Hall and Gertrude TuttIe;
reading, Mrs. Mark Brown; talk on
current events, Joseph Werner; song
by glee club; subject for discussion.
(Which pays the best thoroughbred
stock or grades as applied to the
raising of hogs, sheep and cattle"
led by John Reeves, followed by a
general discussion by club; closing
song, No. 81 Martha Hall,
Corresponding Secetary.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
BELDING BROS & CO.
WILL GIVE CASH PRIZE

The Banner has received definite
information from Belding Bros. a.
Co., that the company viii this year
continue the custom of giving cash
prizes to tenants in their houses for
the best kept lawns. The prizes will
amount to $50 and will be divided in
to four amounts--$2.00, $500, $1,000
and $500. The amounts will be CIV
en- to the persons having the most
attractive premises. Awards will be
made on the basis Of character of
lawns, flowers and gardens, consid-
cred as a whole. The awards will
be made about September by three
disinterested persons.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
BREAK IN ENGINE
AT BELDING HALL CO.

A break in the engine at Belding-
Hall Co.'s factory "a" Wednesday
put the large dynamo out of commits
sion, which has been supplying light
and power for the Citizens Light Co.
In consequence the Citizens COM
pany will be crippled in its service
to patrons for day or two until the
break is repaired.
In the meantime the Belding- Hall
company are having the engine re-
paired in Saginaw and the factory
and dynamo will be doing business
as soon as possible.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Was Home From Chicago

Ren Barker was home from Chica-
go few days the past week, return
ing Tuesday. He is connected with
the Felt & Torrant Adding Machine
company and has a good position in
their Office which he likes very much.
Since the declaration of war the COM
pany he says are converting a por-
tion of their factory and equipping it
for the manufacture of shells and
shrapnel for the government and ex-
pect to turn out immense quantities
of ammunition every day.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

The village of Portland believes in
preparedness and has paid Attorney
George f. Nichols Of Ionia a retain
er fee of 500 to act as its village at
torney for the coming year, the viii
lage council having accepted Mr..
Nichols offer at recent meeting.
A 800 retainer will cover all legal
services except lawsuits, when the
attorney is to receive his usual fee
of $25 per day.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Hospital Guild Auxiliary

Last week Thursday the hospital
auxiliary guild held their meeting at
the home of Miss Edna Bliss. Dur
in gthe afternoon number of dainty
articles were finished for the bazaar
which will be held sometime this sum-
mer
After the business meeting every
one enjoyed a potluck supper. Mr..
and Mrs. Bliss, in their hearty way of
cooperating with the young people,
added greatly to ths>enjoyment of the
afternoon.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

Mr.. and Mrs. w. a. Clemons were
called to Grand Rapids Monday to at
tend the funeral of Mrs. Addie Ames,
an aunt, who died there Friday. They
were accompanied by Mrs. George
Rhodes, also a relative. Mr.. Glenn
ons was informed of the death by his
son, Forrest Clemons, who is working
ing in Grand Rapids and was with his
aunt at the time of her death.
Mrs. Ames was sister of Mrs.
Laura Clemons of this city and the
daughter of the late Thomas Porter,
an old-time resident of the White
Swan district. Mrs. Ames visited
her sister here last summer and at
tended the reunion at the White Swan
school.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

The marriage Of Charles King and
Miss Anna Mcclellan took place at
the home of the groom's mother,
Mrs. Charles Warner, Friday even
ing in the presence of a few friends.
Charley returned recently from the
Mexican border and met his bride for
the first time only few weeks ago.
He may be called soon to fight Ger
many and defend the old flag and
concluded to get wife before he was
called to the front. The bride is the
daughter of Mrs. John Carnochan.
Rev. c. M. Pease officiated.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

Rather than pay a small board bill
at Stoel j. Smiths boarding house on
North Bridge street, John Miller in
order to get his suitcase and clothing
out of the house without exciting
suspicion threw them out of the win
dow of his sleeping room one night
last week and later walked off with
them.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Dinner in City Hall

: The Otisco Cemetery association
will serve one of their excellent din
ners in the city hall Saturday, April
IA, from 11:30 o'clock on. Twenty
five cents for adults; children fifteen
cents.
All interested in the association and
it's work who have not been solicited
will please furnish or pay twenty-five
cents towards expenses.-adv.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Sprained Her Ankle

Mrs. NJ. Y. Gephart is laid up at
her home with sprained ankle. She
was going home Tuesday night from
Herbert Angell's and in stepping off
the lawn walk on to the sidewalk did
not notice the extra step and fell
turning the ankle bone. She was as
sisted home and DIR. Stanton was call
ed who found the sprain a serious one.
1t will keep her housed up for some
time.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Grattan Grange

4 Owing to weather conditions Graf
ton Grange was necessarily postpon-
cd the last time and the next meet
ing will be this week, Thursday
night, April IL. The fourth degree
will be given and the Easter supper
with warm syrup and remember a
funny story for roll call and the ques-
ton: ain these days of high prices
shall we improve our farm, by more
land or put our money in the bank"
led by Tom Bookey. Lecturer.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Burt Fuller is Dead

!. Burt Fuller, a former resident of
the north side, died in the county
home of Van Buren county last week.
He and his family until few months
ago resided in one of j. c. Zerba's
houses, but on account Of domestic
differences he left and while visiting
with relatives in that county he was
taken sick and his mind became i'm
paired. Officials of the county placed
him in the home, where he passed
away.
Supervisors Moore and Curtis and
Marshal Meglinley were notified and
they arranged to have the burial Of
the body made there.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Miss Curtis on Vacation

Miss Abbie Curtis, one of the eff
ficient force in the government SER
vice at the post Office, has been grant
ed a years leave of absence from
her post Of duty and left this week
for her home in Ionia.
MISS Curtis has been connected
with the Office for the past ten years
and is entitled to a well-earned vaca-
tion.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Bclding Grange Program

The Following program will be giv-
en- Saturday, April Ia: Music by
Grange; Pruning Fruit Trees and
Grape Vines" John Rossman; read
ing, Mrs. Deitz; current events, Her
bert Ross; recitation, Mrs. Herbert
Ross. A fine class will be given the
first degree. Everyone be present.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Nightwatchman Resigned

Thomas Wilson has resigned his
position as nightwatchman and ex-
poets to go to farming. w. II. Ken
nedy is filling the place until a new
man is appointed. Mr.. Kennedy
knows how to do the work and do it
right. The city would be pleased TO
give him the place if he could be pre-
vailed upon the accept it.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Ownership of Car is Settled

The ownership of the Ford car Civ
en- away by the Post Bros. Belding
Implement Company, and the Shin
dorf market, March 81, has been set
tied satisfactorily, and Mr.. Lawrence
takes it by paying Mr.. Durham half
of its price.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Dancing Party

Belding Grange No. 1851 will give
a Grange dance Wednesday evening,
April Is in Millard hall, Belding. Ali
Changers and their company cordially
invited. Bill 90 cents.
adv. (Signed Committee.)
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

Do not fail to attend the social at
the Congregational church Friday
evening, April 13, at 1880. Come
and see the sweet family. A good
time has been planned for all who
attend.-adv.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
TO ALL UNITED STATES AT
TORNEYS AND MARSHALS

Dear Sir:
You are hereby directed to give
full publicity to the following
statement:
No German alien enemy in this
country, who has not hitherto been
implicated in plots against the in
terests of the United States, need
have any fear of action by the De-
partment of Justice SD long as he
observes the following warning:
obey the law; keep your mouth
shut"
Respectfully,
IT. w. Gregory,
Attorney General.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
COMMERCE BOARD
COMMITTEE SENDS
LETTER OF THANKS
A. N. BELDING REPLYS TO LET
TER REGARDING LIBRARY IN
VERY KIND WORDS

The Banner is pleased this week
to give to its readers the letter writ
ten by the committee of the board
of commerce to A. N. Belding fol-
lowing the resolution of appreciation
passed by that body when he made
known his intention of presenting
this city with memorial library. Mr..
Belongs reply is also gwen. Here
are the two letters:
Mr.. Alvah N. Belding,
Rockville Connecticut,
Dear Mr.. Belding:
At the regular meeting of the
Belding Board Of Commerce March
27, 1917, a resolution was unanimous
ly adopted appointing a committee
to extend to you our appreciation and
gratitude for your munifcent gift to
this city of a memorial library of
such attractive design and equip
ment Yours very truly,
Guy ID. Weter,
II. j. Leonard,
Committee.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
MAIL FOR GER W
MANY is STOPPED

Postmaster w. +. Bricker has
received word from Washington to
reject all mail for Germany.
Money orders and other paper
will not be issued. All mail adj
dressed to Germany and dropped
into letter or parcel post boxes at
the post Office, or out in the city
will be sent to the dead letter Of
flee.
The order received by Mr.. Brick
er was sent to all postmasters in
the United States by the Post Of
fice Department at Washington
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Passed to Peaceful Rest

Miss Agnes X. Hubbard passed
peacefully away at the home of her
parents, near Cooks Corners, Sunday,
April 8, relieving her of the suffering
she has borne so patiently for many
She had been home from
Traverse City about five weeks, where
she had been for treatment.
She was the daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. Chauncey M. Hubbard, and was
twenty-five years old. The deceased
leaves beside her parents, one broth
er, Frank Hubbard and two sisters,
Mrs. Edward Reeves and Mrs. Frank
Belding.
The funeral was held at the house
Wednesday, where many neighbors
and friends came to pay their last re-
spects. Rev. H. S. Ellis officiated
amid many beautiful flowers of spring
her remains were placed in the Otisco
cemetery. She was loyal member
of the ID. of r. and the order attend
ed the funeral in body.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
KNIGHTS WILL ENTER
TAIN PYTHIAN SISTERS

Fortuna Lodge No. 120, Knights
of Pythias, are making preparations
to entertain the Pythian Sisters at
their Castle hall on Thursday even
ing, April 10 and extend the breth-
rem and sisters all a cordial invitation
to be present on that occasion.
A fine program will be carried out,
the Eight fantastic toe will be trip
ped" and a genuine line of Pythian
refreshments will be served.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Belding, Mich,
March 27, 1917.

Rockville, Conn.,, April 5, 1917.
Mr.. Guy ID. Weter,
Mr.. H. J. Leonard, Committed
Gentlemen:
/ am in. receipt of your favor of
March 9th notifying me of the ac-
ceptance of the. library which / am
to build for the city bearing our
family name and located on land
where the first clearing was done by
myself when much younger than 1
am now.
: 1t is a great pleasure for me to be
able to furnish a library nice enough
to be in keeping with the rest of the
city and have it appreciated by all
my old friends and new ones too as
this seems to be.
Thanking you for the kind words
of appreciation, remain
Sincerely yours,
A. N. Belding.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Aprons and Baked Goods

The ladies of the Episcopal church
will hold an apron and baked goods
sale Saturday afternoon, April Ia, in
the window Of Miller & Harris Fur
niture company's store.-adv.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11
Cleaner Meeting

The Olympia Order of Cleaners
will meet at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Ira Richmond Saturday evening,
April IA. Maple sugar and biscuits
will be served after the meeting.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

All ID. of r. ladies are requested to
meet Friday night in Oddfellow hall
for drill.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-04-11

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