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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
DOCTOR CHASE THINKS
HE WAS FLIM-FLAMED

DIR. s. III. Chase, who located here
last week experienced little hard
luck insthe purchase of an automobile
in Ionia few weeks before coming to
Belding.
A man by the name of Harold Muir
ply had roadster which he offered
to Mr.. Chase for hundred and fifty
dollars. The doctor finally gave him
500 in cash and watch and took the
machine which Murphy declared was
free and clear from other claims.
The doctor ran it about three weeks
and sold the car to w. j. Altenburg
for $125.00 at the same time negotiat-
ing for the lease of his rooms here in
the Nelson block for his office prac-
tice. When Altenburg took posses
sion of the car and began running it
in Ionia, w. l.. Strunk, a garage man,
laid claim to it by virtue Of con-
tract note for a balance due of about
$120. DIR. Chase was surprised when
Altenburg and a deputy sheriff from
Ionia came to Belding the following
day to get the mixup Strengthened
out.
Murphy could not be located and it
is said he left for the west shortly
after the deal was made. The doctor
who is an innocent victim of the
tangle paid the note and Mr.. Alien
burg returned to Ionia feeling happy.
In the deal Mr.. Chase figures he
has been flim-hamed out of S125.00,
but expects to bring Murphy to time
with a warrant when he can be 10.
Gated.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
ADDITIONAL CALL
FOR DRAFTED MEN

County Clerk Moulton was last Fri
day directed from Lansing to call an
additional ten per cent Of drafted men
for the physical examination in case
the first quota called fails to provide
the required number from Ionia coun-
ty. These men are required to appear
at the court house in Ionia on Thurs
day, August 8, at 500 o'clock a. m.
This order was made to provide for
the possible large number of physical
exemptions which will be made by the
higher examining boafds.
The call is not made on account of
any National guard discharges, or ex-
igencies.
There seems to be great deal of
Misunderstanding concerning the fill
ing of exemption papers. No exemp-
tion need or should be filed until after
the physical examination. In case
the registrant passes his physical
examination he may then file exemp-
tion papers, which will be under con-
sideration by the local board the fol-
lowing ten days.
The men in Belding in this last call
are as follows: George A. Dean, Ed
ward Ronk, Ralph G. Kidd, A. j.
Dodds, Donald Pilkinton, Oscar G.
Rummler, Sylvester l.. O'Connor, /. X.
Taylor, Clayton H. Knapp, Wallie T.
Helm, Francis j. Magin, Charles S.
Chadwick, Harry w. Baumbaugh.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
DEATH MESSENGER
CALLS MRS. BELDEN

The many friends of Mrs. d. w.
Belden were greatly shocked Wednes-
day morning to learn that she had
passed away sometime during the
night at her home, 416 East Ellis
avenue. Mrs. Belden had been in good
health for sometime, looking after
her work and the cares Of her house.
hold as usual. During the day she
had called at her son's-Phil Belden-
and appeared well and happy. When
discovered in the morning about eight
o'clock by her husband, who had been
working in the garden, she was still
in bed and he was unable to arouse
her. Neighbors and his son, Phil,
were Immediately called and also DIR.
Dutt, but there was no signs of life.
A. M. Hall happened to be drivingby
at the time, was also called to the
house and arranged to take care of
the remains.
Mrs. Belden had apparently retired
and taken magazine with her to read
in bed, as she was found lying on her
back with her glasses on and the book
still lying in her hands. 1t is
thought she must have passed away
soon after retiring, as the light was
still burning in the morning, the
death messenger having called her to
the sleep that knows no awakening.
Mr.. and Mrs. Belden moved here
from the. farm in Orleans about FIVE
years ago, and she and Mr.. Belden
have large circle of friends, not on
ly in the city, but in the country,
where they formerly lived.
Mrs. Belden was born in Ohio, near
Kent, and on coming to Michigan was
married to Mr.. Belden at Palo, Janu-
airy 1, 1862
Beside her husband she leaves a
son, Phil Belden, and two daughters,
Mrs. Fred Wheeler of Orleans, and
Mrs. Bertha Ranous of Gull Lake,
Saskatchewan. Two sisters also sur
vive-Mrs. George Coffin of Carey
wood, and Mrs. Warren Berry of
Laclede, Idaho.
The arrangements for the funeral
have not yet been made.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
BELDING SCHOOLS OPEN
TUESDAY. September 4

Belding schools will open Tuesday,
September 4. Some excellent courses
are offered in the local schools, with
enough variation to satisfy every
student of city and country. The
agricultural course is especially
strong for students who wish to con-
tinue farming or engage in the health
full and renumerative occupation.
Then, too, Belding schools are now
for the first time in their history
placed on the Northern University
list. This permits graduates from
Belding to enter any of the big uni
versities and colleges in the north or
northwest without taking an examina-
ton. This enviable position has been
attained through the continued inn
proving of the teaching staff and
adoption of methods.
Every eighth grade graduate for
miles around Belding should get a cir
cular from Superintendent Langston
telling of the courses offered, etc. The
board of education has an advertise
ment in the Banner this week telling
of the excellent school facilities. Ev-
cry parent and student should read
it.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
LECTURERS EXTRAORDINARY TALKS TOPICS VITAL TO
OUR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL LIFE MUSICAL
NUMBERS GIVEN TO DATE TALENT
M|MDO WILL Be THE GRAND
PRODUCTION ON FRIDAY NIGHT
Attributes
Man Beulah Buck Ladies' Quartet Were Adopts
Singing Songs of Grandmothers Day

Belongs fourth big chautauqua as
sembly opened Monday afternoon
with a well-filled tent. Because Mr..
Behymer was unable to get to Beld-
ing in time the big annual event was
started off by Rufus Parsons, the
local eight-day man. Mr.. Behymer
arrived later in the day and took
charge at the evening session, how
ever.
Beginning the chautauqua program
the Bohemian orchestra gave con-
cert. The company opened with a
number that Immediately thrilled the
audience and put the people into the
chautauqua attitude that is so we'll
known to all chautauqua attenders.
1t requires only a few minutes of
good music in a tent to instill into
the hearts of all the desire to hear
all the programs possible. This lat
ent feeling was speedily aroused by
the excellent music OF the Bohemian
orchestra. Solo numbers were es-
pecially appreciated and second en-
core was given one of the artists.
In the evening the Bohemian gave
a short musical program as a prelude
to the address of the evening. The
lecturer of the evening was DR.. Mar
tin ID. Hardin of Chicago, who charm
ed his audience with his clear, sane
utterances on the subject, America
and the World Tomorrow" Known
as a pacifst DR.. Hardin asserted with
earnestness that he hoped America
and the United States will remain in
the war until the whole system at the
head of Prussian militarism is crush
ed beyond revival. He gave startling
figures to show the awfulness Of the
war, the swiftness of its destructive
forces and the utter foolishness of it
all. He believes that this should be
the last war and that the present con-
flict should last until every nation on
the globe is Mortified at the mere
word.
DIR. Hardin believes that permanent
peace can be attained only when the
people of all nations discontinue the
practice of preparing for war in time
of peace. This, in his opinion, is just
what was wrong in Europe. One ma
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
SULPHUR VAPOR SYSTEM
INSTALLED BY HARRISON

DIR. F. ID. Harrison has installed the
necessary equipment for giving pa
tients, sufferers from rheumatism,
nervous and circulatory diseases, the
famous DR.. Kruse sulphur vapor
baths. BY this method it is possible
to get the same treatment that you
would get at a sulphur spring or
sanitarium. DR.. Enberg, an expert
on sulphur baths, has been in the city
installing tht system and getting DIR.
Harrison familiar with its complete
operation. -.
On another page of the Banner this
week DIR. Harrison has an advertise
ment telling of the new installation.
The appliance will be of untold value
to people-of this vicinity who are af-
fiicted with specific diseases. Every
one should acquaint himself with tht
possibilities of the Sulphur Vapor sys-
tenn. Read the advertisement.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
IONA COUNTY "Y
CAMP C0hCLUDEOAT
OLD PREsT0LEACH
BOYS ENJOYED A
WEEKS OUTING AT CAMP
PRESTOLEACH, LONG LAKE

Ionia coupty's Y. M. c. A. camp for
boys at Camp Prestoleach, Long
Lake, closed Tuesday. About thirty
five boys were in camp and they all
had a most enjoyable time. The
camp was in charge of County Secre-
tary Angel and was directed by
Frank Wood. Mr.. Wood was assisted
in the work by l.. Hockstad, of Beld-
ing, Irvie Howard of Lake Odessa,
Nathan Leach of Long Lake, and
Secretary Lind of st. Johns. \
The boys were given thorough
training in system while in camp. A
schedule of work and play is laid out
for them each day.. Each boy has a
particular task to perform and time
to perform it. He also learns how to
work with his fellows, and assist
them in completing a task. Instruc-
tions in swimming, ball playing, dish
washing, and other lines Of work are
given and the boys take to the work
in good fashion. Promptness in the
work is also emphasized. The camp
was visited by many people from all
over the county.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
CHAUTAUQUA PROGRAM
o. f. Behmeyer, Superintendent

o. f. Behmeyer, Superintendent
Herman Brewer, Ch0rister
In Charge of Community Singing
Irene Van Dyke, Children's Worker
Thursday, August 9.-Morning
Children's Hour-"Redman's Stor-
ies," Children's Worker.
Afternoon.
Community Singing.
Grand Concert, Antonio Sala, Span
ish Cellist and Assisting Artists.
Lecture-"The Passion Play" Frau
lein Marie Mayer of Oberammer-
gau.
Night.
Community Singing.
Concert, The Sala Trio and Assisting
Artists.
Indian Songs, Legends and Dances,
Princess Watahwaso.
Friday, August 1O.--Morninx
Children's Hour-"With the Story
Lady in eat-Great-Grandmoth-
er's Time," Children's Worker.
Afternoon.
Community Singing.
Recital and Orchestral Program
Artists from Gilbert & Sullivan
Light Opera Co.
Night.
"The Mikado"-Gilbert e. Sullivan
Light Opera Co. Complete produc-
tion by company of 80, including an
All-Star Cast and Orchestra.
Saturday, August 11.-Morning
Children's Hour-"Birds, Beasts and
Fishes" Children's Worker.
Afternoon.
Community Singing.
Lecture-"How to Meet the High
Cost of Living" George l.. Nc
Mutt of New York City.
Night.
Community Singing.
Mother Goose Festival, in charge of
Children's Worker.
Lecture-"Let the People Know"
Miss Jeanette Rankin. Subject
to action Of Congress.
Monday, August 13.-Afternoon
Grand Concert-Creatore's Band.
Night.
Grand Concert-Creatore's Band.
Signor Giuseppe Creatore, con-
Quoting. Note.-Signor Creatore
will direct his band at the evening
concert only.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
FRANK WHITE AN
0TISC0 FARMER DEAD

Frank White died at his home near
Cooks Corners Tuesday night at
about eleven O'Clock, aged fifty-four
years. Although he had been in poor
health for the past year or more with
what was supposed to be tubercular
trouble his death at this time was not
expected as he had been up and
around as usual, but unable to do
work on the farm.
Mr.. White, who had been a long
time resident of Otisco, was born in
the state Of New York, August 10,
1863, and came to Michigan more
than thirty years ago. A few years
ago he purchased<the old farm of his
mother-in-law, Mrs. Cadelia Fiske,
and carried on the work successfully.
Besides his wife, Mr.. White leaves
four children, two boys, Ralph of
Easton, Don of Detroit, and two
daughters, Alta of Detroit, and Abbie
White, who is attending school in
this city and residing at home.
Mr.. White was a highly respected
neighbor and citizen. He was a
member of the Maccabees.
The funeral will be held Thursday
afternoon at two o'clock with burial
in the Otisco cemetery.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
STORY OF GUERNSEY
READS LIKE FICTION

Framers and stockmen will be-par-
ticularly interested in the agricultur-
al department this week and the next
few weeks. In this department Geo.
w. Pellett, the editor, will tell the
story of the Guernsey COW. The story
will read almost as a piece of fic-
tion. 1t is really wonderful how this
favorite breed was established in the
wind-swept island in the channel.
Everyone interested in cattle of
any kind should read the story of the
Guernsey, beginning this week in the
agricultural department Of the Ban
ner.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
MISS VAN DYKE TRAINS
FOR CHILDREN'S NIGHT

Irene Van Dyke, the children's hour
worker at the chautauqua, is receiving
many compliments on her work Chill
dren Of all ages are captivated with
her manner and the liveness of her
stories. Miss Van Dyke is preparing
a special program-Mother Goose
Festival-for presentation Friday
night. One hundred local children
will take part and are fast being drill
ed into their work of the entertain
ment.
The mother Goose Festival will De
one Of the most popular Of the COM
ing numbers on the chautauqua pro-
gram. Parents are expressing the
best satisfaction for Miss Van Dykes
work here.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
Told Mother of Accident

After his accident with the auto
when it burned up near Belding, Fred
Briggs went to Sault Ste Marie to
see his mother to tell her about the ac-
cident and what was his astonishment
to find, that his mother had received
twenty-five Daily Calls telling her all
about the accident, sent her by twen-
ty-fve different friends from this city.
1t shows that when you have an accid-
ent or anything happens to your fam
ily. you had better call and see the
editor and tell him about il so that
he gets the information correct and
not try to suppress it.--Greenville
Call.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
PHYSICAL DIRECTOR
IN WAR Y. M. C. A.

Francis L. Bailey has resigned the
position as superintendent of the Mid
dleton schools in order to accept the
position as brigadier physical direct
or in the war Y. M. G. A.. He expects
to be called to Waco, Texas, the fore
part of August to begin wark with
the 10000 National Guards which
will be stationed there. He will have
the directing of the fifth division, con-
sisting of $4,000 men. Mr.. Bailey is a
graduate of the Stanton High school
and taught school at Belding the past
two years.-Stanton Clipper.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
woman's Relief Corps Work

At the regular meeting of the w.
r. c.. Saturday afternoon the ladies
voted two dollars and fifty cents for
the Y. M. c. A. work, general orders
from national headquarters read by
the secretary instructing the one hun
dred and fifty thousand w. r.. G.
members to cooperate with Herbert
C. Hoover, Washington, ID. c., in the
great movement of food conservation.
The women of America have never
failed to answer such a call as comes
to them now. Without food conserva-
tion we cannot win this war. To
conserve our food supply will be to
render a high service to our country,
and to all humanity, and, it is added,
the outcome of the world war is in the
hands of the women, no less than in
the hands of the men,. Let every
member of the Women's Relief Corps
spread the gospel of conserving food.
In the great world war which is now
raging, our nation has taken its
stand for democracy, if ever men of
power and wisdom are needed it is
now. Our country is responding
bravely to the call, by offering her
sons, her daughters, her gold, that
tyranny may be crushed and that
right may prevail. The w. r. c. is
intensely interested. Many depart
ments have invested in Liberty
Bonds, while others are giving gen.
erously to the. Red Cross work. Our
members arg actively engaged in
Red Cross York all over this broad
land. We have done our "bit" and
the time is now to conserve our
funds for the work that will be ours
to do for the sick and wounded sold
iers that are returned to US for our
care and aid. The hospitals of Eu-
rope will hold our sick and wounded
only until they can be invalided home
to us and our hearts, our hands will
then be full with duty to our boys in
khaki.
The national president urges US to
have taught in the Sunday schools the
flag salute is a part Of the opening
exercises, also urges everybody to
write the word flag" in capital let
ters.
AT our recent w. r. C. state con-
vention 500 was donated to Red
Cross work; also $50 for to purchase
yarn for same. making $3.50, so we
are doing our "bit"
Mary +. III. Coville,
Sec'y Corps 175.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
MEDICAL EXAMINATION
OF DRAFTED MEN IN
PROGRESS At IONA

The medical examination of the 331
men drawn from the county on the
first call in the selective draft began
in Ionia Monday at the courthouse.
The examinations were conducted
by DIR. Marsh, George w. Moulton,
county clerk; Ed. N. Lowrey, sheriff,
and DR.. Z. F. Beckwith, who compos-
ed the examining board.
The men were called in groups of
five, stripped and examined as to
weight, height, chest measurements,
heart action, eyes, etc. The men
from Belding who have so far been
excepted are:
Accepted
Fayette Hoppough.
Lyle b. Simmons.
David C. Moore.
Ernest ID. Menkee.
Andrew Main.
John Donovon, jr.
George w. Pellett.
Edward B. Packard.
VIM. l.. Lasky.
Joseph II. Doyle.
Rejected.
Z. w. Dunham.
Walter w. Ireland.
Chas. w. Banner.
Leo M. Peterson.
Joseph Casper.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
Mrs. Hall Passed Away

occurred Wednesday night, August I,
aged forty-fve years, at the resi-
dence, 622 South Bridge street, after
an illness of several months dura-
ton.
The funeral service was held in the
Episcopal church Friday morning,
conducted by Rev. Robert s. Nash.
Her remains were taken to Winona,
Minnesota for burial accompanied by
the bereaved husband and brother
in-law of the deceased, c.. M. Morse,
of Winona.
The deceased was the wife of r.
Howard Hall, vice-president of the
Belding-Ha company, and woman
of many excellent qualities of mind
and heart.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
HAS POSITION WITH
BOARD OF COMMERCE

Miss Neva Coon has been engaged
as stenographer and assistant in the
office of the board of commerce and is
already attending to the work at her
desk and typewriter.
Miss Coon is the daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. Charles Coon and recently
completed a four-months' term of
study in the McLachlin Business col
lege' in Grand Rapids. At the close
of her course she received very flat
tering offer to take a position in the
office of a law firm in that city, who
knew of her excellent work, but she
concluded to accept the offer from the
board and be near her home and
friends.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
FARMERS PICNIC
At LONG LAKE; A. P.
JOHNSON SPEAKER
PICNIC DINNER WAS SERVED
UNDER WILLOWS--BASE BALL
GAME WAS FEATURE

Farmers and members of the
farmers clubs in the vicinity of Beld-
ing had real picnic with the usual
big dinner at Long Lake last Thurs
day. Farmers and their families
from all parts of Otisco and Orleans
and also a few from Grattan were
present. A big basket picnic dinner
was served under the willows at
noon.
After dinner the men had an excit-
ing ball game. The sides were chos-
en- by c. Chickering and Glenn Wort
ley, and the contest was concluded
with a twenty to nine victory for
Chickering's side Mr.. Chickering was
assisted by r. G.. Abbott, Guy Glaz-
ier, F. L. Reeves, M. C. Green, Geo.
Phillips, Jr.. c.. Cooper, Ralph Beld-
ing and A. Chickering. Those on the
Wortley side were: w. Chickering, +.
Chickering, Mark Brown, Geo. Phil
lips, Frank Davis, c. Green, E. An
derson and /. Richmond.
A. p. Johnson of Grand Rapids was
the speaker of the day. Mr.. john
son spoke enthusiastically and ear
nestly Of the war and its probable
outcome. He urged the farmers to
use extreme care in selecting the
men to fill our public Offices and con-
duct the business of the. government.
He asserted that to long the few men
in Congress had shaped and drawn
legislation to the detriment of both
the producer and consumer and in
favor of the few. Neither the farm
er nor the workingman had been
benefited in their acts, he said. He
characterized these men and their
methods as worse enemies than the
Germans, floods or tornadoes and was
vehement in asking for the extermi-
nation of the ruthless practice of the
food kings.
Everyone was well pleased with the
days outing at the lake.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
Canning Demonstration

On Saturday afternoon last over
eighty of our ladies met at the city
hall to witness the demonstration of
fruit and vegetable canning by the
M. A. G. methods as given by Miss
Edna hummer, assisted by Miss Let
tie hummer.
Peas, string beans, Swiss chard,
raspberries and tomatoes were pre-
pared and put in the cans ready for
use.
Miss hummer presented her sub
ject in very simple, practical way,
which quite appealed to the ladies
present and made them realize in this
year of conservation how much could
be done in this line, as Miss hummer
spoke of many other things that
could be saved in this way. She also
had on exhibition fine line of can
ned goods she had previously pre-
pared.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
New Magazines Added

At the last meeting of the Belding
Public Library board it was decided
to add three new publications for the
use on the reading table. They are
the Scientific American, The Satur-
day Evening Post and The Popular
Mechanics. 1t is certain that they
will be much appreciated by the
many who use the library.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
Sold on Attachment

mobile, ropes and tackle and ladders
$1,000, sV enough to eover astD the debt fug ow
of the sale.
The automobile, a Regal, was bid
off by Fred Reimer for $4,000 The
ropes, tackle and ladder by Art
Brown for $14.00.
Jason left the city several months
ago without letting anyone know his
destination. Only enough of the
goods attached were sold to cover the
Indebtedness.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08

Torrance +. Powell, known to news
paper men all over Michigan as
"Tont," died recently in Manitowac,
Wisconsin. He was travelling for the
Intertype corporation.
Mr.. Powell was born in Ionia in
1857 and worked with his father in
the printing. business as soon as he
was through school. Later he publish
ed a paper in Stanton. Mr.. Powell
had wide acquaintance with pub
fishers and was very poular.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
LAKE ODESSA SCOUTS
DID NOT VISIT BELDiNG

The boy scout troops from Lake
Odessa and Sunfield, announced to ar
rive in Belding last Thursday morn
ing on their weekend hike, did not
come. Mayor Knapp has received no
further word from their master, Mr..
Torrey, as to why he did not keep the
appointment. Arrangements were
made by Mayor Knapp for the boys
complete entertainment while here
and it was disappointing to have them
fail in their part of the agreement.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
Cuts Thumb

Lynn Greenop had the misfortune
last Monday<to cut his thumb quite
seriously while chopping wood. He
is wearing a rubber cap on the injur-
ed member and it is getting along
nicely, but as it is on his right hand
proves rather troublesome.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08
Treasurer's Notice

The time for the payment of taxes
will be extended to and including
September 1, after which an addition
al percentage will be charged. The
treasurer's office at the city hall will
be open every afternoon and evening
until further notice.
Yours respectfully,
VIM. Z. Fisher. City Treas.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1917-08-08

In another column will be found the
grocery adv. of George w. Kingsbury,
the Bridge street grocer. The prices
he quotes will interest prospective
buyers.