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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1896
Page
4
FragmentedAlma Record page lists multiple names and roles with scattered misread phrases suggesting editor and listed figures from various places. The readable bits include Peters McKin, Hobart of New Jersey, Garret Hobart and others tied to political or social notices.
A garbled 19th century style exchange discusses free silver and its potential impact on the economy. It mentions Mr Bevan delivering evidence, questions about adoption, and opinions on savings versus inflation. The text references a city and merchants weighing silver coin policy and its national implications.
The article profiles a veteran Republican figure from Berrien County and his career, including military service, public offices, and electoral history. It notes his early life, service in Michigan units, and later political roles, arguing for his suitability for a key state post. It ends with a political opinion on presidential selection and economic policy debates.
A detailed table estimates annual wealth tied to silver mines for leading western magnates allied with the free coinage movement. Names include Hearst, Calitorni, and Stewart cohort, with figures reaching tens of millions, highlighting how their holdings could gain under a silver standard and how wage earners would be affected by rising prices and subsidies.
A historical note argues against devaluing money, warning that a 16 to 1 rate would erode wages and collapse demand. It predicts widespread fear, business contraction, unemployment, and unrest as the rich gain, the poor lose, and the economy tumbles toward a damaging realignment of purchasing power.
A Republican county convention is planned for September 1900 with delegates named from multiple wards. The event will assign officers including Clerk and Treasurer and choose representatives for the county committee. Several wards and locations like New Haven and Newark are listed among polling venues and delegations.
A Republican caucus convened in Fineman's Hall to nominate delegates for the county convention. Meeting took place in the afternoon with attendees from the township, selecting representatives for the upcoming county event.
A disrupted village council session was adjourned with mention of various projects and town officials. The record lists officials, contractors, and tasks including cemetery work, hydrant repairs, pump assistance, and street or utility maintenance, with several names and roles noted.
Fragmented OCR reads like a local notice or listing with names and places. Mentions Grand Rapids, a venue at VT me, and a roster or attendance reference. Details are unclear but suggest a scheduled gathering or event with participants and location identifiers.
A fragmentary notice references a treatment claim about cholera and diarrheal remedies. Officials caution readers about dubious cures and emphasize public health concerns amid unclear details and multiple spellings.
A faded notice announces a missing item event on August 13 at Mendhey Riverdale. Details are unclear due to damage, but a reward is offered for information leading to recovery of the item and its safe return. Authorities urge public assistance from local residents and shopkeepers.
Historical notes describe cholera and dysentery outbreaks across Asia and Europe, with a remedy touted as best for bowel complaints after many skilled doctors failed. The claim emphasizes children and adults improved, and it is offered by a local druggist.
Fragmentary help wanted notice seeks a faithful servant with travel ability in Michigan. Mentions salary around 15 weekly and exposes, request for self addressed stamped envelope to The National in Stes Buildings. respond with references.
An early testimonial article promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as life saving for a sick child and a severely ill adult. It touts travel plans for the Ohio excursion, lists sponsoring locations in Florida and Minnesota, and urges readers to buy from local druggists.
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