05 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
1
A late last Thursday morning a fire threatened Hofstetter's bakery and adjacent structures in St Louis. Fire department and citizens prevented spread to Freeland's store, Dr Vaughn's office, and Alexander's feeds. Losses were limited, with partial coverage by insurance.
Miss Souths companion Miss Dorks sank after they drifted beyond the shore line during a lake frolic near Lake Van Ean. Mr Wyatt rescued one girl, but Miss Dorks drowned despite three hours of recovery attempts. Funeral services were held at First M y r church St Johns with Rev C E Hi and others officiating.
A Wright House in Alma event ended with Ethel Jackson of Clare secretly married to J A Schlegel. The father confronted the couple, then learned of the June 16 ceremony and forgave them, the pair departing for Belding to visit the groom’s parents. The union followed a yearlong courtship amid parental objections.
The Gleaners of Peaceful Arbor A O G host a picnic at Goodyear's grove Angietrath with prominent speakers Pleasant Valley band providing music Pleasant Valley faces Forest Hill and Pox on a ball game in forenoon A pie eating contest greased pole climb and other amusements planned Indias prize for best drilled team and overall efforts to attract attendees
The order seeks members to fund a two wing temple complex with a main hall, dining and reading rooms, and a fireproof home. Members contribute $100 shares until enough value is secured, then construction begins with a two story building plan featuring a front hall and a separate dining and library block.
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George W. Long born 1863 in Elmore Ohio moved to Michigan as a youth. He later studied in Valparaiso and ran Long & Phillips in Bay City, with 20 years of real estate and insurance experience. A Republican, he has held township and city offices and seeks the Register of Deeds nomination for September 1.
Horatio S. Earle, early Republican candidate for governor, filed the petition with required names and announces a tour by train along the Pere Marquette line. The campaign plans speeches at each stop, with assistants distributing cards and buttons, inviting voters to hear policy discussions on state affairs.
The Eleventh Michigan district backs Francis H. Dodds of Mt Pleasant for congress. Strong endorsements pour in from Isabella and Missaukee counties with praise from Mt Pleasant Times and Marion Dispatch. Dodds praised as capable, honest, and unbossed, a sharp defender of tariff policy and district interests.
Epimet J Bowmen, eldest son of J W Eaton Acemet, born November, aged over twenty years. He had been ill and was attended by medical staff. Funeral services were held at Riverside Cemetery with details of arrangements noted in notices.
Francie I Dodds, candidate for Congress in the eleventh district, arrived in Rayne City Tuesday night and left for Meneelona yesterday. He spoke confidently of success at the September primaries and made a favorable impression on residents met here. Dodds has previously sought Congress and narrowly missed nomination in 1906 when Mesick was chosen.
James G. Kress of Alma announces candidacy for Probate Judge in Gratiot County. A lifelong self made professional, he cites farming and mercantile beginnings, county clerk service, law practice, circuit court work, and five years as Alma City Attorney. He vows faithful, careful service and aims for a large primary win September first.
Chek of Alma, a Cavell supporter, traveled to Traverse City to gauge local sentiment for George Cavell. He interviewed several prominent citizens without success and was steered toward Morena by a campaign manager. Clark discovered he was the target of a practical joke during the visit.
The community mourns as Miss Smith is laid to rest at St John’s after a devout life as a M E church member and Epworth officer. Her high school year to come would have seen her in class. heartfelt sympathy pours from Bierrice Walker Leontine Messinger and many neighbors.
Isaac Lewis aged 44 of Bowling Green Kentucky collapsed last Tuesday at the home of Charles Garsuch five miles south of Vestaburg after a forenoon of work. He died suddenly at dawn while alone, with no warning. Local authorities recovered the body and transported it for burial.
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