Chautauqua 3 Big Hit With Last Days Program
The Redpath Chautauqua in this city enters its full swing with top attractions, led by Harold Chamberlain as director and Katherine Stiles directing children’s work. Four days remain of a star-packed lineup including The Mikado and Creature’s world famous band, with lectures by Dr. Martin J. Hardin and performances by the Beberman and Bohemian orchestras, and a slate of speakers, concerts, and readings promising continued strong attendance.
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Bebermian
America
Martin J. Hardin
Chicago
Hardin
Wandin
United States
Europe
Bealth Buck Ladies’ Quartet
Harry L. Mogleman
Rogheman
Chiny! Tauqua
B. F. McDonald
Reed Miller
Myrtle Theenhurzhenpeann
Nevada Vander Veer
Coutealte
Frederck Wheeler
Frank Bravo
Honare
Mayr
German Aliens Directed to Secure Permits in Gratiot
Gratiot county draft board secretary reports a letter to the U S Department of Justice stressing that all German aliens over fourteen must obtain permits from the U S marshal for the eastern district of Michigan. Citizens should contact U S Marshal Brehrandt in Detroit or Bay City to secure the required permit, as his Alma visit to register German aliens was postponed due to workload.
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Gratiot County
United States Department of Justice
Washington, D. C
United States Marshal
District of
Michigan
United States
Detroit
Bay City
Department of Justice
Brehrandt
Alma
Eume
Michigan Food Saving Week Staged Statewide
Michigan launches a special food week inspired by President Wilson to urge housewives to conserve surplus from farms and gardens. Pledges were signed by women yesterday, Hoover buttons worn, with demonstrations and lectures planned through Sunday. Sunday will be Conservation Sunday urging Alma women to do their bit for starving Europeans and the allied war effort.
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Michigan
Woodrow Wilson
Alma
Europe
United States
Alma State Savings Bank Installs New Safe
Alma State Savings bank installs a heavy Genesee steel safe with two separate compartments for coins and bills. The air tight, foot-thick door includes three time clocks to ensure time locks remain active. The bank claims the upgrade provides near absolute safety for its funds.
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Alma State Savings Bank
Locke
Mangenoae
Alma Savites Bank
Anpegen youths face draft exam delays amid lottery
The article notes Anpegen youths contend with a draft lottery and possible examinations. Officials warn of eligibility for military service and potential delays in examinations, with notices to inform residents of timelines and duties.
$50,000 The New Capital
Alma Land Contract Company seeks $50,000 additional capital to fund its business growth and operations. The request outlines a need for funds to expand lending capacity and support loan activities while maintaining existing commitments.
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Alma Land Contract Company
Alid Lind Contract firm to raise stock capital
The Alid Lind Contract company, a new Alma business, plans to raise capital from 15000 to 50000 dollars after a successful meeting. Officers Otto Sanderhof president William Klatt vice president and D J Johnson secretary treasurer expect stock sales to fund growing contracts.
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Alid Lind Contract Company
Alimi
Suite
Alma
Spain
Otto Sanderhof
William Klatt
D. J. Johnson
Secs
Post Office Rules Limit Check Cashing and Address Sharing
Post office staff are urged to stop cashing checks for patrons and to refuse unnecessary payments. Postmasters may accept checks only if guaranteed, and they should not reveal patron addresses or mail specifics. They cannot disclose if mail is for specific individuals or provide forwarding or directory details. Requests for husband or wife mail delivery are discouraged as futile under regulations.
St Louis Seeks Citizens Aid for Housing Shortage
St. Louis laments a housing shortage and calls on public spirited residents to assist in housing those who need homes. The note urges practical steps, highlighting Alma and Alma points as models, and stresses immediate action to alleviate the growing urban housing strain.
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At. Louis
Alna
St. Louia
Une
Baby Show at Vaudette to Feature Alma Children
Alma babies will be seen in pictures at the Genesta theater next Thursday night when outside groups host a baby show. The theater is sold out, with photographers touring Alma to capture local children for a citywide screening.
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Alma
Vaudette
Genesta
Alma Kiddies
Alona
Motorcycle Cop On Duty In Gratiot County
Gratiot County authorities deploy a motorcycle officer on the Alma Merrill Breckenridge corridor after a rash of accidents. Deputy Harry B. Aveltine enforces speed limits across the county, with arrests in Breckenridge St Louis and Alma. Drivers cited for speeding face fines as efforts aim to make county roads safer for travelers.
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Fhuah
Merrill
Breckentilge
Sherif
Harry BE. Aveltine
Motoreyery
Merl
Alma Mayor Honored At Michigan Municipalities Meeting
Mayor Ira J. McKinney of Alma received high honors at the annual League of Michigan Municipalities gathering in Grand Rapids Friday. Elections named FE. PF. Johnson of Flint as president, Reutier of Lansing as secretary, and Charles A. Sink of Ann Arbor as secretary. Directors include Philo Fuller of Grand Rapids, Mundy of Hey Chi, McMullen of Cadillac, Marsh of Battle Creek, with McKinney honored in recognition of Alma’s leadership.
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McKinney
League of Michigan
Grand Rapide
Alm Hay
Eluetel
Ann Arbor
Philo Fuller
Gound Rapids
Mundy
Hey Chiy
McMullen
Cadil- Ine
Marsh
Battle Creek
Ira J. McKinney
Former Resident Dead at Ann Arbor Burial in Coldwater
Former resident Afte. Lire Brown Chadwick of Ann Arbor died at home shortly after moving there with her mother two years ago following the purchase of a local record. Daughter of C.J. Brown former owner of the AL jma Record, she moved to Ann Arbor and married Mr Chadwick. Short funeral services were held in Ann Arbor and the body was taken to Coldwater for burial. A life insurance will be given next week.
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Lire Brown Chadwick
Ann Arbor
Hosni
Hite
C.J. Brown
AL Jma Record
Chadwick
Arbor
Coldwater Fey
BIONIC Op eight fades and local medical event noted
A garbled report describes an operation and fades in a local area with mentions of SHAE and Reva Oth. It references attendance of a buskete and the Worthy Crmil Mutrye, with notes on a complete preurnen and a patient’s status at a hospital.
Sammer Paros Club to Seek Aldgraed Sta Program
Fragmentary notice from CL08 page indicates Sammer Paros' club aims to seek Aldgraed Sta at 2 pm. It mentions Mire A. Jd. Lindetron and a special event program. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Seite Emt Sammer Paros
Aldgraed Sta
Ited Mire A. Jd. Lindetron
Spaciiliret
Alma Receives New Wholesale Fruit and Vegetable House
Nassar Brothers of Toledo establish a wholesale fruit and vegetable house in Alma this week to supply local merchants with fresh produce. The business aims to serve central Michigan, improve local access, and expand trade beyond the county while taking over the former Pollusky hide house and remodeling it for operation.
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Nassar Brothers of
Toledo, O
Alma
Jong
Ajo
Nassar Brothers
Toledo
Ohio
Ttx
Michigan
Pollusky
Local recruiting office lists 105 enlistments
Records from the Alma recruiting station show 105 young men enlisting in the U S Army over the past two weeks from throughout the state. The list includes Frank Taylor Carson City Ernest Oywalt Hillbrook Alfred Lane Man St Tenace L Riley Alma Ed Bigelow Cadillac and many others from towns like Riverdale Clare Farwell Midland Elwell Vestaburg Rosebush and Mt Pleasant. Commitments center on Alma with six anticipations from Alma and several from Elwell Vestaburg Riverdale Rosebush Elm Hall and St Louis.
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Sam
Alma
Bigelow
Cadillac
Molloy
Riverdale
Roy Tatmay
Clare
Richard Hayward
Farwell
Harvey Walbridge
Bush
Greenville
A. Walkawaki
Gaylord
Ladwick
Breckenridge
Roy Dockerty
Hermit Fornski
Midland
George Hudeon
Tawell
Roy King
R. A. Atkinson
L Puiler
Flushing
William Malr
Reed City
Frank Brunton
Ludington
Jota Everts
Fisher
St. Louis
Vestaburg
Elwell
Rosebush
Mt Plena Wit
Elm Hall
St. Lovie
New Dog Law Affects Rural Michigan Areas
A newly enacted Michigan dog law becomes effective in rural counties. Dog owners must pay penalties for real estate infractions, with fines set at 200 and 87.00 for different offenses. Deputies and local officials receive enhanced duties under the act, while public safety and livestock protection receive emphasis amid enforcement questions.
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Michigan
Net
Elites
Newry
Johny le Michipas
Reynartik Caret
Cheryl
Ktledi
Mirhleal
Leer Nerkourier
Rao
Ag Enboke
Progressing Rapidly Brick Work On Alma Structures
Bricklayers lay brick for four new Alma blocks including the New Work for the 1 O0 Fy lodge Merchants' Building Company Dalley block and Alma Corage building. Most are on Zouph Stite street with the Duthes block near front showing fastest progress. work advances toward second story on the Merchitte' Owiing structure. The Alma Garage structure prep began, with completion not expected before spring.
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Alma
Orick
Fy Lodge
Merchants’ Building Company
Te Dalley
Alma Corage
Thsn
Zouph Stite Street
Enet Superior Street
Duthes
F. Douding
Jenapany
Alem
Draft Notices On Draft Examinations In Gratiot County
Gratiot county men drawn by the draft lottery must report for physical examination within five to seven days. Dr Wheeler of St Louis and Dr Quiney assist, with Bayley if needed. Exemption rules require new forms and affidavits. notices must be answered within ten days. nonreceipt is not an excuse.
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Gratiot
Cirney
Thin City
Wheeler
St. Louis
T. J. Quiney
Tin EL AL Bayley
Almit
Dearh
August Fair Marks Gruter County Muir and Short Alin Races
The August fair features the Gruter County Muir and short alin races amid a busy schedule. Officials emphasize community celebration and competitive events with plans for concessions, rides, and local vendors, awaiting strong participation.
Alma College Sees Record Enrollment Prospects
Alma College expects the coming academic year to be the largest in its history with enrollment surpassing last year’s peak. Draft-age students may limit freshmen numbers, but alumni and faculty report strong interest, and applications from prospective students remain high as the college prepares for a fall opening.
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Alma College
Presbyterian
High Park
Helr Thomas W. Wright
Hotroit
Melvin Venter
Bad Axe
Ui. Mallard
Fred Porter
Alora
Leland Pitch
Marlette
Ibr
Crook
Y Smyth
Dene Mitchell
Harry Hell
Alma
Dean Mitchell
Comrd Harry
Alma Collec
Al~moe College
Mitchell
Hares Helier
Hott
Michigan
Paving Buckled After Friday East Superior Tremor
An East Superior street tremor last Friday buckled a small brick pavement area near the Woodworth and Superior corner. Officials note the event caused bricks to lift and an adjacent curb to shift, with repairs expected to restore the roadway soon.
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East Superior Street
Woodworth
Piet Superior
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