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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1908
Page
5
A voter notice urges support for Joun M Evverby Trhava seeking renomination as prosecuting attorney in Gration County at the September 1 1908 Republican primary. The piece defends law enforcement policy and criticizes opponent Covell and his senatorial record, urging scrutiny of voting history and party loyalty.
A formal notice from the Republican State Committee calls electors to meet at Detroit Light Guard Armory on September 29 1908 at 11 am to nominate state officers and conduct party business. Delegates are apportioned by county votes. county conventions will precede the state gathering with district caucuses to select officers and credentials committees.
Traverse City figure Hon George G Covell, U S district attorney and congressional candidate, disputes Cadillac News and Express claims about his senatorial vote on bill 475 1807. The long debate centered on taxing Michigan Central Railroad fairly to fund state schools and passed after Senate action and political maneuvering.
The Big Rapids Pioneer cites a Barryton fair claim that a Covell club formed in Ewart with about 187 of 200 members, aiming to back Covell for congress. The Evart Review, Aug 7, calls it a bold fake, noting no such club exists and Dodds has solid Osceola County support.
In a disputed statement from A GOOD siren NER, A Hervey, Mich., Geo G Covell of Traverse City, a candidate for congress, asserts his record in the legislature was not ashamed and dares Dodds to meet him in debate. The piece frames Covell’s legislative actions as a matter of history and accountability.
A fragment reports a debate over ox allocation and a concern that Michigan residents may not receive a fair share, tied to the Michigan Central railroad. The unreadable line hints at a legal or political action affecting distribution and public fairness.
The Mancelona News urges voters to support Francis HM Dodds for Congress, praising his long legal career, stability, integrity, and fifteen years of acquaintance with the editor. The endorsement portrays Dodds as worthy of the domination he seeks and assures constituents he will fulfill duties honorably.
The Cadillac News and Express edited by Perry F Powers endorses Dodds for Congress in Michigan's eleventh district. The paper argues the nomination will benefit Republican interests and is highly desirable for peace and stability in the state.
Judge Kelley Searle of this district extols Dodds as quiet and unassuming, an ideal citizen devoted to family and community. The note lauds purity of life integrity of purpose and diligence, branding him a peerless candidate for congress. Covell’s long tenure is noted in contrast with a looming vacancy in Rapid River Rustler.
John H. Parrish, a Republican candidate, seeks the Gratiot County sheriff nomination. Born in Jackson County and raised in Whiteler Township, Parrish has held roles as Highway Commissioner, township supervisor, and Breckenridge postmaster, later moving to Alma to work in stock buying and shipping. His past sheriff tenure was economical and well regarded, and voters in the September primaries are urged to support continuity.
Pomona Grange meeting at Forest Hill prompted Arcada Grange No 400 to hold its regular session Friday evening with 25 mothers and eight officers present. Esther Smith installed as officer. A four week program and refreshments were approved. Discussion covered Pomona cooperation, August rallies, attendance impact, and the State Lecturer programs. Next meeting planned with program details to be announced.
Probate Court announced hearings for administrators in Ellen Franklin and William D Fuller estates. August dates show multiple claim hearings for Edgar M Abbott Smith Stanard Diana Harris Ruth Ann Parker and James Swain, with estates closed to creditors where noted and September 8 hearing set for William Fuller.
J S Beechler known as Sid sits as a seasoned Gratiot County Republican. A Newark farm owner now living in Ithaca, he has long worked for the party and seeks the Register of Deeds post after past endorsements. Voters urged to attend the September 1 primary and back Beechler as the logical candidate.
Richard E. Hughes, the Republicans’ sole candidate for Gratiot County Clerk, seeks re-election after two productive years. Voters familiar with Dick Hughes praise his faithful, competent service and expect his name to top the party ticket on election day.
Miss Minnie Wilson visits Clarence Clark as families of Mrs. Kahlman and C. H. Smith attend a St Louis Sugar Co. picnic. Locals note farming plans, travel, marriages, and a severe injury to Clarence Clark with a hoped for recovery. The season features book plays and an Aceon 25 event titled Tempest and a Mary J. Holmer dramatization.
An Elwell Michigan resident endorses Dean's Kidney Pills for backache irregular urination and swelling. The advertisement notes kidney complaints and urges treatment until health returns, listing Foster Milburn Co as U S agent and Charles Rhodes drug store as retailer.
Alma College in Alma Michigan offers open admission to its School of Music Art and Commercial School with self paced study and pay as you go. Instruction is individualized and can begin at any time, with details available from Secretary Albert P Cook.
Boat with three horsepower engine, 38 feet long, drafts inches of water, very fast, in one piece with boathouse on Pine River. Must be sold cheap. Inquire of Hagedorn.
The Forty Second National G A R encampment in Toledo will run from August 1 to September 5. The Ann Arbor Railroad will offer excursion tickets at four dollars and fifty five cents for the round trip with return limit details and other information provided.
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