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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1899
Page
4
An unreadable Alma Record fragment recounts a vetoed gas inspection, a sugar bounty debate, and party stances amid a treaty ratification and post war recovery. It references Michigan farmers, Republican policy, and calls for responsible leadership despite partisan noise.
Senate OCO Heald introduces a joint resolution in Hi etore to compensate Mrs. Hetsy J. Haight of Tackeor for the death of her husband Geo. W Haight. The bill directs a board to investigate the claim, with a proviso that compensation shall not exceed 8514 and must settle all claims. The widow asserts loss of support and property insufficient for her needs.
Patrons are invited to the opera house for a display of moving pictures described as highly realistic and vivid. The set up uses electric light projecting onto a curtain from the balcony rear, with ushers guiding audiences. The event takes place on a Tuesday in April with an emphasis on new entertainment.
A sale notice states a late item named Late One fisas coree is available at about seven hundred weight. Inquiries should be directed to this office for details and arrangements.
An earnest plea for careful insurance, arguing it secures property, health, and life by prudent underwriting. It warns against cheap or shoddy policies, stresses reliable companies and skilled local agents, and urges readers to read policies carefully to avoid hidden clauses.
The Kilot’s Lumiere Optical company showcases a war-themed exhibition in Alma at the opera house on Thursday evening, April 18. The show features films of the Spanish American War including San Juan, Cavite, and Manila Bay battles, drawing big crowds in Detroit and Grand Rapids previously. Reserved seating is available at Sharrar & Mulholland’s Pharmacy with no extra charges.
A firm offers a salary of 215 per week plus expenses to a man with a rig to introduce a Poultry Mixture in the county. Only good hustlers wanted. Reference. Address with stamp Ereky Mfg. Co. 309 Mo. Ave. East St. Louis, Ill.
The village council confirmed several appointments at the rep day meeting last Wednesday night. Street Commissioner M Dallas, Village Marshal John Gree, Cemetery Commissioner Chas, Nightwatch J B Danovant, Health Officer Dr O F Suyilam, Village Attorney John D B Spinner, Cemetery Board member Jay I, Water Board member P I.
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