Gratiot County gas rate hearing backed by city officials
The Michigan Public Utilities Commission will not approve a higher rate for Gratiot County Gas Co serving Breckenridge Ithaca St. Louis and Alma. City attorney William A. Bahlke reported the plant value and depreciation, noting a possible ten cent per thousand cubic feet increase. City and neighboring towns discuss using a standard heat unit meter to verify charges.
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Michigan
Cilinias Commission
Ise Crowpany
Breckenridye
Ithaca
St. Louis
Alma
William A. Bahlke
Alteney
Commission
Bcal
Balle
Gaa
Conilapion
Eulia Eae, and Called Attenthe
Atvornvye
Fin
Abin
Gratiot County Gas Coetyevney
R. B. Winer
Gx Company
Ul Mt
Courney
Cistine
Freeman Company Opens Alina Branch
The Freeman Dairy Company of Flint opens a distributing station in Sarina at 314 Mechanic. The Alina branch will serve retailers north, south and west, with plans to expand farm work next spring. Verte Miner of H. Miner Son leads the local operation.
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Freeman Dairy Company
Flint
Michigan
Ity City
Sarina
Mechanic
Verte Miner
H. Miner @ Son
Freeman Company
High school eligibility notices sent to students
All students desiring to go to high school this year must classify either Friday or Saturday. Luchtman, Miss Alberta Hyde left Munday for Fenton where she will invite relatives for several days.
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Luchtman
Alberta Hyde Teft Munday
Fenton
Stolen Automobile Recovered in Ohio
A diary-like report describes a stolen car recovered in Ohio after a rapid chase. Sheriff Perking and local officials tracked the vehicle to a residence, where suspects fled but were later apprehended.
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Ohio
Health Society Revives County Health Efforts
A local health society expands its program focusing on prevention and relief. The group, backed by county officials, plans talks and testing, including age groups from children to adults, and a countywide wellness drive with a Friday weigh-in event and a charity sale funding the effort.
Changes in Michigan Fish Laws
Local fishermen should read the new law that took effect last week. It bans catching perch under seven inches and sets a daily limit at thirty. possessing more than fifty perch at once may incur a $4 fine. Several species have length requirements and retention rules, replacing the old five inch limit.
Witness Picnic in Illinois Draws Former Residents
The annual Witness picnic will be held in the city on Saturday, August 27. All former residents of Illinois are urged to attend and bring their tax tickets.
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Illinois
Thi City
Ilinois
Alma High School Faces Tough Schedule This Fall
Alma High coach George Mullin previews a demanding football slate with games against Mt. Pleasant High Saginaw East Side High Bay City Eastern High and Fiat County High among others. Team leaders named include Captain Gamer Anderson Blas Surter Marnoff Holmes Clyde DeArmond Wallace and Handley as the schedule opens in September with late August practice.
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George Mullin
Alma High School
Alma
Orarre
Blick
Eames
Abaca
Mt. Pleasant High
Hope
Mulfin
Michigan
Saginaw East Side High
Bay City
Une
Thin Sear
Anderson
Blas
Surter
Marnoff
Holmes
Clyde
DeArmond
Wallace
Handley
Wigh
Alena
Aaginaw -East
Sile
Baginaw
Flinn
Ali
Plousadl Uy Va
Niane
Peidinedies
Muniatee High
Matistee
Mt Pleasant
Joys
Alten
T—St. Louia High
St. Louis
St. Louis. M—Baoy City
Eastern High
St. Johne Winket
St. Fults
Alcoholism and Tuberculosis in Michigan Discussed
The Michigan Tuberculosis Association notes alcoholism as a key factor in TB spread and cites French experts. prohibition is linked to lower TB rates. Dr Ballon advocates eradication efforts, believing global alcohol abstinence aids health. Milliken family recalled as former residents visiting Alnu.
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Balllon
Lie, Batot
Anetica
France
America
Michigan Tuberculosis Association
Michigan
Michigan Tuberculosie Association
Alma Gil Lays in the West and City Obituary Notes
An Oregon newspaper item remembers Alma Gil and recalls J. Tinker and family as former Alma residents. The obituary details the death of Alma Gil at age about 20 years, her marriage to Wailing Raking Adwtat, and her relatives including S. C. Tinker and Dudide Tinker. Burial and funeral arrangements are noted, with services at the University of Oregon and the Gunn fraternity connections.
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Oregon
J. ‘Tinker
Alma
Abr. Brubaker
Baskin
Eakin
Alaa
Mieli
Buguee
Alice Miriam Tinker
C. Tinker
Tie
BB. Tinkwi
Yoant Hl
Dudide Tinker
Sun Franeiton
Wirseer
Rel Bluffs
Gull Mies
Buliu
Ph Reta Pilewoown
WER VETERE DIED SATURDAY
Obituary for Wer Vetere a veteran of World War I and noted athlete from Alnusseth who died at home on Saturday August 20 age 21. Born August 7, 1920 in Luahville Alabama he attended Alm High School and excelled in athletics before enlisting. Funeral held Monday at his late home with Baptist pastor Rev. Edward E. Schufer officiating. services at grave were conducted by local and visiting mourners from multiple states.
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Hiraibe
Alnusseth
Suturus
Luahville
Andl
Mothine Kitwante
Bavitethy
Minbari
Breckanridvy
Vern
Alm
Bor
Charles Stodind
George Wo Myers
American Layton
Min
Michtsin National
Hart
Riker Ily
Ing
Minn
Eleanor Hireekberser
Annawan
H.W. Sterling
Tuviont
Orlaf Anderson
Milywauker
Wie
John Rotineon
Rushville, AL
Miss Clam Meara
Chieuge, Ll
Gladiolus Display At Fin i State Bank August 2
The Alma Garden Club Gladiolus Group invites displays of gladiolus varieties at the Fin i State Bank on Friday August 2 starting at 1 p m. Visitors may bring their own containers and arrange artistic displays in vases or bouquets. No prizes. event aims to arouse interest in gladiolus cultivation and beauty.
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Fini State Bank
Ezra Smith
Gladiolus Group
The
Alma Garden Club
Cavalry unit returns from Grayling amid training gains
Troop 100th Cavalry of the National Guard returned from Grayling after a demanding training run. The unit, now including the Aloe troop, reported tough but worthwhile work with tents and equipment, and Captain Reece received an award to fund a larger tent. Final remarks note improved fitness and discipline.
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Midigin National Gard
Renating
Ste Marquette
Ukty
Japp Te Werive Bacek
Alma
Aloe
Hieibers
Grayling
Reece
Anit
Wright House
Tourists Park Boost Discussed By Alma City Officials
City officials and Dr Day addressed Alma residents on plans to develop the tourist camp area near the pumping station. Tourists would use nearby shops for supplies and garages for car service, with funding sought for basic improvements and water and sanitation facilities. Funeral services for Frank Cross of Alma and relatives in Cincinnati and Highland Park noted.
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Alma
Michigan
Day
Trae Camporate
Welbon Family Reunion Held at Hall in Phinrity Day
The Welbon family held its annual reunion at the hall on a rest day week, with members arriving early and sharing memories. Tables were decorated with flowers, fruit, and baskets, as long‑time members were honored, and many Welbon relatives from Eaton Rapids, Baton Rouge, Detroit, and nearby towns attended the gathering.
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Wiildon
Mbo
Welton
Henry Welder
Sige
Brad Fiyvk
Mire
Edward Linei
Anil Davichter
Tabhenn
Mra
Museo
Tetroil
Maui
Charles Welder Ant
Baton Rapils
Ts Rette Straak
Eaton Rapids
AH Umbarkex and
Daugster
Eaton Rapils
George Glibroff
Henry Weldey
Alton Umbargee
Eaton Rapide
Ytd
Willie Matthi
Alert Biper
C. Haetnd
Neilie Bichwilure
Hint
Norman Sith
Ana Family
Won
Honey Smith
Rufus Giffori
Lloyd Crifford
Willie Giffor Atl
Winn
Christmas Seal Sale Committee Named
The Michigan Christmas Seal Sale Committee is appointed with Mrs. Willie Wenden of Battle Creek as chair, Mrs. Maurner of Saxinow, and Mr. Judith Amber of Grand Rapids. The committee oversees the seal sale statewide, aiming for an earlier start and less holiday rush. Contracts, supplies, and updates are being coordinated from Lansing as crews repair the new pumping well and prepare for the reservoir project.
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Lansing
National
Tuehervilosik Association
Lina Enbe
Wml
National Association
Alma Schools Open Tuesday September
The Alma schools announce a Tuesday September opening with staff and administrators preparing for the new term. Officials outline curricula and assignments, noting welcome events and the involvement of teachers, students, and families in the first week of classes.
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ALMA
St Louis Team Falls Easily to Opponent in Sunday Game
St Louis suffered a lopsided defeat as the visitors piled up early runs. Pitcher Lefty Buredoct struggled for twelve hits while the offense produced key hits from Ryan and Siiventen, with strong fielding support giving the opposing team a clear advantage.
May Alter Vire Calls J W Metehers Letter to City Office
May Alter Vire Calls J W Metehers general manager of Union Telephone Co writes to city office regarding fire alarm by telephone. Company desires callers to stay on line until answered to reduce misnotices. Matter referred to Chick Sarter for a written report for the Union Commission meeting next Tuesday. Mrs C A Miller leaves today for a weeks trip east.
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J. W. Metehers
Oqwored
Union Telephone Co
Hay
Regan
Ori
Chick Sarter
Fire Department
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Civic League Meeting
Almatagie Improvement League
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Health Society
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Wiley
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Eapegt
Alma High
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Prenchman
C.J. Milliken
Ladington
Alnu
Alma Gillies
Wer Vetere
Verne Tirscilderger
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Michigan National Guard Ust
Wen
Jacob Cross
Jiov Dross
Aiarchike
Mercer County
Elion Eh
Sedin
Wic County
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Vylot
Frank Cross
Hom. Crow
Cincinnati
We L. Cross
Highland Dark
Dewalt
Gey
Gratiot County
Cross
Kaki Bndtreet
Riverside Cemetery
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Welbon
Hele
R. H. Kersey
South Bend
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Uwe
Tio Ke Aydin Viet
Perros
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J. W. Bkelder
LA Venk
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St Yule
J. Relive
Lettie
George Mullins
Maree Myris
Dorabiex
E Hepullic A. Ave
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Howe
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Bagen
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Ryan
Siiventen
Beare
Rathree
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Andrews
Kiley
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C. A. Miller
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