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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
5
A fragment from Wellington New Zealand cites a proverb about learning to work while waiting, attributed to the British Prime. the line suggests patience and practical effort as guidance.
An odd historical notice promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure all. It claims painless effect and invisibly treats constipation headaches malaria and other ailments, urging readers to seek the remedy at local drug stores.
An old newspaper fragment touts Burdock Blood Bitters to tone liver and stomach and aid digestion, purify the blood, with a brief note on courteous reception shaping portraits. It also advertises Don's Ointment for itching, burns, piles, and skin conditions, urging purchase through local druggists.
A compilation of social notes from Alma and nearby towns. Entries mention visitors and residents in Edmore Ithaca Breckenridge and Oscoda, plus Thanksgiving gatherings and family updates. Local events include shop sales at Mrs Gaffney's millinery and the Lee Mercantile Co. promotions.
A home remedy claims to relieve rheumatism and kidney issues by taking a teaspoonful after meals and at bedtime. It lists Fluid Extract Dandelion Konpound Karyon and Syrup Sarraparilla totals and urges readers to shake ingredients in a bottle. The ad asserts relief after few doses and promotes copying the prescription to prevent urinary disorders and rheumatism.
Wright Grange No 7 Forest Hill held its regular meeting with 19 members present. The program featured a recitation and readings by sisters, a nail driving contest in turd wood, Sister Sullivan winning in 2h seconds and Sister Pitt failing to drive a nail. All enjoyed the social after and looked forward to the next gathering.
Mrs A Williams of Mae Ky recalls being marked for death by a graveyard cough before Dr King s New Discovery helped her gain weight and recover. The advertisement touts the medicine as the world s healing source for roughages and colds and throat diseases, claiming it prevents pneumonia and offering trial bottles through Sharrah s drug store.
Pine River township tax collection dates announced by Township Treasurer C F Jonsson. Beginning December 1, collections occur at Forest Hill Tuesday Montigel’s department store Alma Thursday home Friday and Independent office St Louis Saturday each week through January 10.
Forqaer sporting goods dealer offers over 300 pairs of skates including Barney and Berry and Winslow brands. Stock is available at sale prices with various sizes and models on hand.
Leo P. Zolinski of 68 Gibson Street reports he cured a persistent cold sore using Buck Jen's Arnica Salve. He applied the salve once daily for two days and claims the sore fully healed. Sold under guarantee at Sharrar's Drug Store for 25 cents.
Arcada Center residents John Matten and Frank Matten are mentioned plus Lloyd Smith heading to Lansing for winter work. Visitors include Minses Moody, Wilson of Forest Hill, and Mrs. Nathan Udell at Mrs. A Kallenbeck's. Geo Saxton to Saginaw for work. Mrs Edwin Forest visiting her mother in Ithaca. An insurance ad for Dr Thomas Electric Oil ends the note.
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