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Newspaper

The Alma Record

Location

Alma, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1922

Page

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Many Changes Made During The Summer Public Schools Open

Public Schools open on Tuesday with bright prospects for a successful year. Superintendent Luettman outlines plans and improvements, including new athletic facilities and auditorium work at Alma High School. A large staffing list and classroom allocations follow, with emphasis on equipment installation and district-wide enhancements. The summer program featured varied entertainments, and the community watched new athletic director Oliver Carlsen join Alma schools.

Lachiiin Wahington Republic Ty School Ohio E. Reynolds Tine Gradi Ian Varius Erbouls Michaela Balling Sylveks Oliver Carlsen Michigan State Norueh Allen College Kiygtieh Stertite Mra Lurats Nyt Phere Gerald Wiltooy Natnal Coopers Wingiot Setiool Pritepal Mica Cora Tunlaps Afisteirty Engtioh Lauren Soule Donne Dreamt Rath Mavion Wortty Anna Cook Bornhe McLaren Peart Chook Mary Wirling Nepublic School Francn Stitt Winifred Trapp Ada Dieks Pauglieh Aller Orewfont Marjerie Perret Vera Hadaen Mloxae Maxwell Rath King Laura Eine del Elizabeth Ferris Vera Secord Erma Pritchard Gertrude Malt Millcrest Selwol Bernive Shante Leona Teckwithy Lalu Luchtman Betty Anderson Mise Munle Aeeem

Donation After Loss Triggers Church Fund and Local Contractor Gift

A Sunday letter from contractor J Brodton of Abna offers a first donation toward a new church under construction, citing belief that churches are character builders. Delays persist due to missing binders and high costs. George W. Post No. 124 American Legion announces first regular meeting September 7 at City Hall to organize community service efforts and support veterans, with ex servicemen urged to attend and participate.

John AL Kot St. Joseph Collate Claireh Suniday Aiade Phil Win Win Widhein Hite Jeter Po Be Broughton Abna My. Brouchton George W. Post Leion Thin City Pieighon Toead George W. Myers Europe

Richard for County Clerk Alma's Candidate in North County

A political notice urging support for Richard, claiming years in the Sheriff’s Dept. It cites a September 12, 1922 election date and notes Alma’s candidate status in the north part of the county. The message includes a 67-26 vote line and references an historical numeral convention.

Sheriff's Dept Richard Alma Alina

Saginaw Valley Baptists to Meet in Alma Next Week

The Saginaw Valley Baptist Association gathers in Alma for its forty fifth annual meeting at the First Baptist Church on Tuesday and Wednesday September 12 and 18. Delegates from about twenty five churches are expected. Key speakers include Morgan Williams George Lawton Grant Hodson and Ben Julymean. Activities feature a doctrinal sermon by Howey Morgan and a fellowship banquet. Local committees handle entertainment and hospitality for visitors.

Saginaw Valley Baptist Association Firat Baptist Rchived Tin City Alma Behool GB. Oy Morgan Williams Tate Hellymeer Education George W. Lawtone Hom Grant MM. Hodton New Work How FB Davis Sapinuw Ben Julymean BY. Boul Feed Allen Lloyd J. Green Eiskexville J. L. Dohoven ML Glass Joby Beechey George Bildson

Masons Hold Crystal Lake County Picnic

A large turnout of Masons from this city and the Michigan Mission Home attended the Masonic picnic at Crystal Lake on Thursday. A noon pot-luck dinner was followed by a Shriner band from Saginaw, a well received address by Mr. Lusk of the Grand Lodge, and a community sing. Planning is underway to make the picnic an annual county event.

Michigan Missonie Dntal Lusk

Library opens to farmers in Alma city plan

Alma city officials approved librarianship privileges at the Alma City Library for nearby farmers and their families. The policy parallels the city residents’ access, allowing reference reading and general use during farm visits, with daily papers and magazines available, promising value for fall and winter learning.

Thin View City Alma City Commission Brary Economicsian

Strand Theater to Present Blackaller Players Weekly

Strand Manager Miller announces a new weekly program at the Strand featuring the Blackaller Players, a spoken drama company touring with top Broadway talent. The season opens Tuesday September 6 with Mrs Horgan Burnett’s comedy When Hearts Are True, in Alma amid plans for a circuit of theaters. Also includes a political notice from Erva Ro Laycock seeking re nomination as county drain commissioner with primary on September 12.

Strand Miller Thutter Blaekaller Hhe Blackaller Alma Peonle Seomes Arthur Blackaller Washington Square Emins Toor Tint Sane Mins Voutee Blackaller Hall Helen Manning Ohare Acore Arthur Moren Henry Hlockuller Ehace Chas. Moran Gratiot Erva Ro Laycock

Death of Mrs Brewer After Prolonged Illness

Mrs Teseie M Brewer, wife of local businessman C T Brewer, died at home after about a year and a half of illness. She was aged years and leaves husband, two daughters Melon and Healdee, son Robert, aunt Mrs Laurie Stewart, and other relatives. Funeral at Went Methodist Episcopal church officiated by Rev W Duffy. Interment Rivers Nile Cemetery.

Mra Teseie M. Brewer Thin City Brewer Tir C. T. Brewers Tee Melon Healdee Robert

Final Evening Service at Park Ends Federated Churches Meeting

The Union Services of the Federated Churches of Alma concluded Sunday evening at Wright Park with Ree 1 Halls sermon. The two months of open air meetings drew large audiences under favorable weather, showing a strong spirit among participants. Organizers expect continuation next summer with minor modifications.

Federated Churches of Alma Wright Park Halls

Chick Retires From Family Shoe Firm After Fourteen Years

John C. Chick disposes of his interest in Economy Shoe Store Alma with his father A A Chick remaining as partner A A Chick states policies will continue unchanged John C Chick undecided about future prospects likely to defer new venture until next spring per The Record report.

Jomn Chick John C. Chick A. A J.C John Trey Busines

Vore Than Met the Guarantee

Report by Alma Lyceum Chautauqua secretary treasurer shows ticket sales exceeded the guarantee by 142.50 with half to the committee. Total season tickets 510 yielding 1402.59, industrial 277 for 604, children's 74 for 11.00, total 127. The notice also invites support for FRANK OBERST in the September 12 primaries and alerts Labor Day postal closures on September 4, 1922 with limited service.

Alma Lyceum-Chautauqua Association Chautauqua

Civic Improvement League to host candidates talk Friday

Alma women invited to a Friday meeting at Mrs Frances Kings home on State Street to hear Republican congressional candidates Bird J Vincent Francis O Lindquist and William M Smith. The event aims to inform voters and let women assess candidates before ballots.

Civic League Civic Improvement Leagrue Frances Kings State Street Wesday Faivic Improvement League Boocitoen Ny den Bine Smith Lindquist Vincent Alms Civic Improvement League Bird J. Vincent Saginaw Francis 0. Lindquiet Greenville William M. Bmith St. Dobos William Lawd Labo Union Sime County Mére Tan Orate Alma Civic League Jayne St. Louis Ithaca St. John King Home

Shoufler Delivers Farewell Sermon at Baptist Church

Rev Ward K. Shoufler preached his farewell message in the Baptist church on Sunday morning. The talk titled Do We Need Another Revelation discussed Christian experience and a revival of Bible truth. The well attended service reflected growing interest in a series of addresses and urged integrity in business and life aligned with Christian principles.

Rer Ward K. Shoufler Bapethet Kevwled Ian Honmaty

Silo Usefulness in Late Corn Season Promoted

Prof George Brown notes silos help farmers salvage late planted corn by producing silage that preserves feed quality longer. The method reduces weather risk and stores feed for extended periods, aiding livestock and reducing losses. Also included is a political note: Walter E Thompson announces North Star candidacy for Gratiot County sheriff on the Republican ticket with a September 12 primary appeal.

Fort Euring George Brown Ms C Brown Alloa Prof. Brown Jack Thompson Gratiot County Walter E. Thompson

Forest Fire Protection Aid Distribution Details

Federal and State agencies jointly fund forest fire protection with $400 000 in federal money and matching state funds. allocations vary by state with New York and Wisconsin receiving $24 000 each. totals span many states from New Hampshire to California. Married quietly in Arcada township Esther Riggs wed Grove Peck at Rev E F Shoufler’s home. they’ll reside in the city. Wood for sale includes dry beech and maple. the Majestic steamer tablecloth length would stretch nineteen miles if laid end to end.

United Lates Department of Agriculture Woteeting Linas Forest Service Moline New Hampshire Vermont Mansel Rhode Island Can New York Jersey Pennsylvania Maryland Virginia North Carolina Tennessee Louisiana Texas Ohio Michigan Minnesota South Dakota Montana Idaho North Idaho Washington California FE. E. Shoufler Grove Peck Esther Riggs Frank Riggs Arcada Township Majestic F. W. Rudeck

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