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Newspaper
Milford Times
Location
Milford, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1913
Page
1
Mrs. Charles Bourne misread a label and took a 7 1/4 grain tablet of bichloride of mercury on Wednesday morning. She became violently ill but is improving with medical treatment and is expected to recover. The tablet was in the medicine drawer with proper labeling but not read.
The Belknap auction for Frank Belknap originally set for the 23rd was postponed due to bad weather and poor roads. It will be held Monday December 29 at ten o'clock with lunch served at noon.
Carl Mehlberg aged about 78 died at 5 o clock Wednesday morning at his son Ghas Mehlberg's home in Hartland township. He is survived by two children Mrs Hodge of Mt Morris and the son. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o clock at the home with burial in Hodge burying ground in Hartland township.
Left estate of $9 000 for William G Armstrong late Milford township resident who died December 16. Will filed in probate court assigns widow use of property and income until the youngest child now four reaches 21, then estate divided between widow and four children.
A concert at Hickory Ridge on New Year’s Eve promises a fine program. Rev. and Mrs. H. M. Lawson of West Highland will perform several numbers. Admission is free, but offerings will be received for missions.
A joint installation of officers of the A B and Corps will take place at the Post room on Saturday in January. Corps ladies will furnish supplies for a picnic supper following the ceremony.
White Lake area residents noted including Edna Jackson of Manisteg Irvan and Harold Kenaga of Ann Arbor Lilah Kenaga of Detroit Russel Kenaga and Mary Me Keachia of Holly and Harry L Doty Highland treasurer in Clyde and Highland on tax days Mrs Vernes Babler spent Christmas with relatives in Brighton.
A vintage advertisement claims neglecting health leads to kidney trouble with backache dizziness and poor sleep. It promotes Kidney Pills as a cure promising renewed health and a stronger body underlines endorsements by named figures.
A notice from The Paper Mission in Woodward Oklahoma requests donations of discarded papers and magazines such as Youth's Companion and Christian publications for mission work. Send inquiries for full particulars to The Paper Mission, Woodward, Oklahoma.
An unclear historic note mentions a product named Sanak claimed to cure stiff joints and a reference to Birk gate the world with sales by A. Mr yo.
Local items detail visits from Lloyd Ferris, Lola Thornhill, Miss Field, and others across Newport Detroit Pontiac Fan t iac Milford and Holly. Christmas mass at St Marys and Unity club party draw a hundred eleven attendees. W J Potter and family join Milford residents for holiday gatherings amid illness news and a major operation recovery report.
A Montgomery Ga reader testifies that Foley's Honey and Tar Compound prevents and relieves croup in children. The ad states the product as a home remedy and keeps it on hand to stop croup from developing.
In Kiyosu Japan a seven year old boy was buried in a ground hole by his father for forty eight hours after a minor act of disobedience. Only his head remained above the surface during the confinement. The incident reflects brutal discipline once reported in the press.
Mrs Mary Phillips hosted the Travis Vincent and Budd families for Christmas. Detroit visitors Ford Cate and daughter with Kinney family joined others at EH Avery and Lovejoy homes. Families from Pontiac Flint Dearborn and South Lyon shared meals, with several members listed across multiple households.
Carrie Wilson advertises a Michigan farmer subscription at 60e per year free with the Detroit Free Press and Journal of Times. Contact via phone number 82 8r for details.
A Cardiff father writes to a school teacher asking not to teach his son John Welsh today claiming his speech is poor and he can hardly speak English. The note appears in a humor or anecdote collection.
The Dag notes a headline about society women criticised for fondling dogs. The New York World counters that it is unfair to judge a woman for enjoying a dog’s company before considering her husband.
A reflective essay argues life’s great prizes come by accident or luck, not merit alone. It notes many rise due to death, kinship, marriage, or chance, while others are left behind. It emphasizes being in the right place at the right time and cautions against boasting of fortune.
An church notice announces that the coming Sabbath will mark Rev. A C Wilson's twenty five years as pastor of the Presbyterian church. The milestone is presented as an unusual and proud record for both the church and the pastor.
Miss Ethel Chapman and Clarence G Parmalee were wed Tuesday at Walled Lake Baptist Church with a reception in the church parlors. Will Gallagher and Miss Edna Bray, announcing their Detroit ceremony on December 18, have begun housekeeping at the John Stephens place in South Milford.
Martin Printz found his wallet on Highland road after returning from Milford last Monday. It contained $55 and an $8 road work order bearing his name. He could not tell where it was lost and asks whoever has it to return it. a liberal reward is offered for the return of the money and road order.
Mrs Clarissa Sharp mother of Mrs N D Potter died at the home of Rev and Mrs Potter Mt Morris on Thursday morning at age 78. Body to Milford for burial in Oak Grove cemetery. She lived in Milford during Mr Potter’s pastorate and left many friends. She fell last summer and never fully recovered. Survived by four sisters and two children Henry Sharp of Beulah. Lived much of life in this state, long-time resident of Williamsburg.
Dr. McMillan of Detroit assisted by Dr. Baker performed a serious operation on the two months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Baldwin to relieve a double hernia. The baby’s condition required prompt care and he is recovering as well as possible.
Milford readers note a busy holiday season with numerous visits and guest exchanges. Families including the Fearnleys Clums Finucans and Morrisions spent Christmas with relatives in Barton Clio Pontiac Flint Detroit and South Lyon. Local residents report a four to five inch snowstorm improving roads for skating and travel while the annual Turch Sessions reunion shifts to New Year’s. A death mourning Mrs Jane Thompson and farm notices from St Cloud Fla and Aberdeen S D close the list of seasonal updates.
An advertisement claims constipation poisons the body and promises relief from waste buildup. It touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for constipation and headaches, endorsed by J.S. Hewitt and AAI Bird.
Baptist church reports Rev E Randall preaching at 10 am and 5 30 pm with B Y P U at 6 30 pm and Wednesday prayer. Methodist church announces Rev E E Caster preaching at 10 am and 7 pm. class meeting 11 30 am. Epworth League 7 pm. Thursday prayer meeting at 7 pm. Presbyterian church marks 25th anniversary of the present pastorate with 10 15 am sermon That Which is Past. 11 30 am Sunday school. 6 pm prayer meeting. 7 pm evening service with Wm Crawford Wilson of the Western Theological Seminary Pittsburg Pa preaching.
The annual meeting of the stockholders of First State Bank Milford Michigan will be held at the banking office on Tuesday January 15 1914 at 10 o clock a m for electing directors and other business. Polls open from 10 to 11. Sidney M Liddell cashier.
A notice requests members attend the December 27 1918 meeting for important business before installation. Expressions of thanks are offered for condolences and floral tributes received after the death of Mrs John Bamber and for sympathy shown during bereavement.
We are cashing National Loan and Investment Co s coupons due Jan. 1 1914. Bring to my store and get your money. L Rowe agent of National Loan.
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