08 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1912
Page
1
Charles H. Goggin announces renomination on the Republican ticket for Prosecuting Attorney. He pledges a prudent economical administration and asks voters for support to secure a second term.
Friends across the county urge John M Everden to run for Prosecuting Attorney on the Republican ticket pledging full dedication if elected Newel Smith is named as Republican candidate for Representative with fifty years in Gratiot County and eleven years on the Board of Supervisors endorsing him as the right choice in the primary
Political notice for Fred Pennert urging support for the county clerk role in the upcoming primary election on August 7. Mentions appreciation for votes and endorsement in the race.
Native of Gratiot County and Ithaca High School alum. Michigan graduate and lawyer for twelve years, lifelong Republican. Promotes economy in public affairs, a square deal, and a good business administration for all the people.
Republican voters are urged to support Carl Cotter of Bay City for County Clerk. He notes endorsements from a Circuit Judge and Gratiot County Bar members and pledges faithfulness to duties if nominated and elected. The note also mentions Carl Cotter assisting Architect E M Wood and a University of Michigan student timeline for his studies.
Mrs EL Calkins of Battle Creek spoke on suffrage last Friday at the Methodist church, addressing a small mixed audience with force and vim. She praised Chase Osborn’s stance on liquor, lamented disenfranchisement of women and foreigners, and argued for equal ballot rights amid general calls for home and moral standards.
John T. Mathews announces candidacy for Democratic primary for the office of Judge of Probate in Gratiot County. He thanks voters in advance for consideration and support.
A Probate Judge candidate on the Republican ticket appeals for renomination after eleven and a half years in office. He cites 2055 disposed probate cases with satisfaction and 2760 cases since county organization, pledging faithful, economical administration and protection of widows and orphans. He asks voters to support him in the coming primary on his sixtieth birthday.
Hollie J. Rose of Ashley asks Republican electors for support in the August primary. Rose, a Gratiot County native born in Washington township in 1884, attended Wacosta High School and Central Michigan Normal at Mt. Pleasant. He served four years as Ashley school superintendent and sat on the Gratiot County Board of School Examiners.
William FE Beebe of Hillsdale and Miss Bertha M Eyer of this city were wed at the bride's father C Eyer's Downey street home in a small gathering. The ceremony began at eleven with the Flower Song rendered by Gretchen Eyer.
Mrs Ray Wheaton hosted a linen shower at her Lowney Street home for Miss Mauline Chick as she prepares to wed Ralph V Wheaton next week. About twenty guests played five hundred and enjoyed a two course luncheon. Guests included out of town visitors Miss Pringle of Grand Rapids and Miss Brown of Detroit. The Fraker family just returned from a 2000 mile motor trip through Michigan Ohio and New York State reporting good roads outside Michigan and that they were away from Alma three weeks.
Wesley H. Parr announces candidacy for the office of sheriff in Gratiot County Michigan on the Republican ticket subject to Republican primary approval in August. He asks for voters support and signs off respectfully.
Political advertisement declaring candidacy for a second term as Gratiot County treasurer. The message requests Republican primary support on August 27 and voter approval. It invites votes and acknowledges appreciation.
Ithaca built an early lead and stretched it to seven runs as Alma struggled to capitalize on scoring chances. Alma threatened frequently but failed to deliver timely hits, despite runners on base in several innings. Decker scored on a wild pitch late, but Bailey settled and closed strong as Ithaca maintained control through the game.
Special meeting of Alma Michigan Common Council held August 6 1912 with a report from the board of review on the 1912 street paving assessment for Superior and State Streets. The board found no errors or objections and recommended acceptance and adoption. Continued on page four.
M. L. Perrigo of Forest Hill drives a 1913 Model E M. F. and has built a large agricultural implement business. He sells Everett bars Flanders and E. M. Fis and plans to enlarge the hardware store to hold his growing stock and add storage for implements. Farmers within a wide radius receive visits from Perrigo during the season.
Francis King jea ta advocates good roads and clean progressive politics as he and his bride unite before Rev J Frank Jackson. The ceremony featured tea roses and flower girls Helen Mindell and Melba Willard. attendants Lloyd Eyer and Miss Beebe, with out of town guests including Mrs Harvey Monson and the Brooks family. After Sept 1 the couple will reside in Hillsdale in a home the groom furnished.
County Drain Commissioner E W Redman sold drain No 105 to Ed Clark of Arcada at 5 19 per rod. branches A and B at 5 04 per rod. Clark acquired all main drain and branches except seven rods. Lippert bought 37 2 rods not bid at 8 80 per rod. Eleven concrete bridges bid by Henry Miller for 4475 and six farm entrances at 50 each. Completion will benefit adjoining property.
Mrs. Louisa Goodrich of this city brought a curious cribbage board into the office last week. The piece, carved from a walrus tusk by an Alaska Indian, was obtained in 1910 during a Fort Wrangle visit and shows a detailed Alaskan animal likeness. Its value is set at $40.00.
A notice announces a prospective Republican sheriff candidate seeking support and petitions to qualify for the ballot. It indicates formal announcement plans and calls for party members to inquire about candidacy procedures and endorsement.
A political advertisement announces a candidacy for the office of Register of Deeds in Gratiot County Michigan subject to approval of the election officials or party committee. The notice signals a bid to enter county government and seeks support within the local political process.
Clare county Republicans unanimously back Alward for Congress in a neighborly endorsement. They urge voters to support him, calling the backing a high tribute from his own neighbors.
Political advertisement urging Republican voters to support E A Redman for County Drain Commissioner in the upcoming primary on August 27. The ad emphasizes the term of office and asks for votes in line with party wishes.
Miner and Woodward of Grand Rapids plan a cooperative Combination Sales Day for Alma merchants on Saturday August 17. Field manager P Woodward is in Alma interviewing merchants to set the sale details and attract hundreds of shoppers to the event.
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