08 Apr 1908
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
1
DL Sharrar was defeated by 31 votes while the First Ward gave a majority to the wet side and elected a Democratic supervisor in a closely watched race.
A landslide victory in Gratiot county marks a broad rebuke to the saloon, with 1400-plus majority. The letter underlines hope for continuing prohibition and praises volunteers, while noting elected Francis King mayor and ongoing disputes over D. Sharrar’s defeat and Sharrar’s qualifications. Local Option leaders urge continued prayer and vigilance.
Ten counties voted in Gratiot County resulting in a surprising overall majority that pleased the most ardent supporters and drew attention from local officials and observers.
The First Ward in Alma Without voted wet while the other three wards voted dry. The local option carried 58 in the city, 62 in St Louis, and 66 in Thace. Every township in the county voted to prohibit liquor sale and manufacture, giving a countywide majority over 1400. Precinct voting details follow.
The list includes Phillip Aldridge Gale Brown Mr Grace Fear Mr te W Harris K Kellog Mra Kemp Mre A L Martin Lee McClellan Mra W EB Mo Mre Ade Sasith C 8 Turner. Letters not called for will be sent Dead Letter Office April 20th.
A Bay City coal company plans to lease about 1,000 acres of land in Washington and nearby sections for mineral exploration. The representative stated exploration work would begin this month, covering sections 11 and 12 and adjacent parcels.
A Presbyterian church audience listened Sunday evening as ten citizens spoke on local option. Speakers included Prof. ATP Cook, Rev. Elder, D. L. Johnson, Carl Washburn, G. H. Cari, Prof. Ellsworth, T. A. Ily, F. L. Convis, and J. M. Wolf. Senator Ely predicted local option would carry in Gratiot County and urged winning enforcement after voting.
A study by Mr Andrews notes insects and earth worms assist forestry by aiding maple seed germination. Dry conditions drive seeds into worm burrows where some sprout. Though drought killed many seedlings, Andrews suggests under favorable conditions worm aided plantings could offset garden damage.
In Reno Nevada last month twelve mules, used since 1877 in the Sutro tunnel on the Commtock lode, were displaced by electric locomotives built for underground haulage. The mules saved Virginia City residents in 1890 by transporting provisions five miles underground. Electric locomotives will haul more ore faster and navigate narrow tunnels better.
The Eleventh district convention to elect two Republican delegates to the national convention will be held in Reed City on April 6. Candidates HL Hall Traverse Francis King Alan and D J Brown Big Rapids are in the race with expectations that Hall and King win, backed by regional support and Taft loyalists. Brown has prior delegation experience.
Lansing Republican notes total outlay from the last legislative session reached 164103 dollars with 6912 for senate expenses and 8104.54 for house costs. Senators earned 14524 in salaries, 10751 to senate employees, house members 801 in salaries and 35045 to house staff. Both chambers combined received daily per diem for 19 days totaling 547 per member, while constitutional pay allows 3 per day for attendance or illness, plus mileage and other costs pushing the grand total to about 104103 dollars. The piece argues the expenditure far exceeds the value received.
An enthusiastic turnout filled Alma City Hall as residents and local leaders gathered for a Progressive meeting. Speakers highlighted civic improvements and community programs, urging participation in upcoming local initiatives and elections.
A crowded city hall hears J H Lancashire outline a relocation plan for the stove works to Alma. Citizens pledge funds, form committees, and authorize the board to close a deal using their judgment. New committees are appointed, and results are anticipated with unity and local pride. Continued on Page 4.
The Alma Lyceum course will conclude with a performance by The Almarcons providing the final number. The event caps a season of lectures and concerts featuring local speakers and visiting artists.
Complete program for Tuesday April 14 at the Opera House features the Almaroons musical group from Alma College with Herman Morse Ralph McNitt George Sutton Maynard Cook Lula Allen and more. Includes the Sullivan farce Cox and Box and a varied lineup of solos duets and ensembles. Tickets fifty cents available at Sharrar's Drug Store.
Postmaster David Duncan of Ashley resigned this week citing poor health and following his physician’s advice. His resignation was forwarded to Washington to take effect when his successor is appointed. Two candidates, D W Tiffany and M W Coon, have petitions circulating to win support from the district’s congressman.
Hon LL Weight calls a meeting of school officers supervisors township clerks and treasurers and school inspector for Wednesday April 15 at ten in the morning at the Court House Ithien Fle seeks to discuss school matters serious reports duties of officers in handling school funds He urges every officer to be present and invites patrons and taxpayers to attend Bring any questions you wish discussed Do not forget the day
Due to uncertain loss from a recent fire at Pollasky store, adjusters and Mr. Pollasky decide to sell the entire stock. Alma and surrounding county residents are offered Dry Goods Satin Jackets Skirts Hosiery Gloves Underwear Carpets Rugs Curtains Draperies and more at greatly reduced prices to quickly clear stock. Fire sale begins Saturday April at Pollaky's.
Mrs Edna Lyman of Oak Park Tools will give a lecture on The Child and His Hour Tuesday evening April 21 in the Alma Springs Hotel gymnasium. She will illustrate the talk with stories and notes her years of connection with the public library board.
The article notes Miss Lycoma expands her practical child work, plans lecture work in Town, attends the Commission Library School course on children work, and will soon travel to Atlanta to lecture at the Carnegie Training School. It mentions a winter trip to Boston addressing women’s clubs and giving a story hour for children.
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