20 Aug 1897
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1897
Page
1
The piece notes Alma will open Sept 1 with many student strangers arriving. It argues local appreciation for the college’s cultural and educational benefits, including music and ministerial talent, and praises the town of Alma as educated and polished. It emphasizes the spillover benefits to the community and expresses hope that the town and meadow will continue to flourish like fragrant clover.
The wheat crop promises enormous payments to U S farmers estimated at four hundred million dollars as world supply shrinks and prices stay favorable for years. A farmer pledges to sow seventy acres to wheat, urging careful seed selection, thorough cultivation, and ample plowing. Also notes eye care: Prof Dodge will visit Alina next Tuesday and Wednesday for free examinations and glasses fitting.
Grandmarteas and Good Time at Seville host a social on Thursday evening August 20 to entertain friends. Mr and Mrs Wai and PT Pitt lead a tee team event with proceeds benefiting the organ fund of the Cite Seville.
A young man named Nathan Pohl reported a hold up two miles north of here as he walked from Shepherd toward Alma after selling his bicycle for 80. The would be policeman drew a revolver and demanded his wallet. The assailant fled. Provost Greig pursued tracks but could not overtake him. A divorce case in Ithaca, Kimmel vs Kimmel, ended amicably with a $855.00 settlement and quit claim deeds.
Big Rapids gears up for the Soldiers and Sailors Association reunion on September 15 and 7 with posts relief corps and camps invited. Campgoers receive straw cooked provisions and tents. blankets must be supplied. Maj. Geo W Crawford chairs the executive committee with promises of attendance from G A R commander A T Bliss and local officials. Music parades and a full day of activities capped by free meals and a drill by the Light Guard. Special rail rates offered. H B Hardy to command the camp.
An Alma College notice explains seed wheat treatment steps. Soak half a bushel in 110 degree water then scald in 132 to 135 degrees F for minutes, maintain even temp, dry thoroughly, and store before planting. The secretary Raven invites students to report room availability and rental details.
A morning scene on State street featured a family dispute as Ingram tried to move a horse, sons pursued and restrained him amid punches and cursing. The crowd watched as a judge and lawyers joined to calm the altercation. Separate items note travel to McBride and Canandaigas, a Buffalo excursion, sales on hats, and an ambitious new grain elevator with deep bins and strong construction.
Incandescent amps replace globs in sun parlors and decorative cornice fronts enhance a main thoroughfare. Notes on visitors and staff include Dr. Beckner from Youngstown and Dr. Miller at the Peoria sanitarium. Local ads promote real estate, German lessons, and various services at Alma and nearby towns.
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