Alma Citizens Seek New Passenger Depot Amid Sanitation Fears
Alma Michigan residents press petitions to relocate and replace the Depo Marquette and Ann Arbor lines. They cite an inadequate, unsanitary station and health risks, urging state health officials and railroad authorities to endorse a new east site near the Rose Garden, with a plan to keep the process moving.
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Alma
Lie
American Railways Express
Michican
Maerbas
Pero Manpett
Ann Arbor Railroad Company
Union Station
Fea
Biate Board of Health
American Railroad Express Company
Wheeler Arrested by Federal Officer
George Wheeler of this city is jailed by federal postal inspectors in Alma after letters he wrote in Detroit led to charges of sending obscene material through the U S mail. The letter threatened several young women and prompted swift action. Wheeler was located at the depot and taken to Detroit. The Alta Record notes a Christmas edition and broadcasts advertising plans, while Serg Jock Bell, brother of Fred Dell, is reported wounded in Belgium with a left arm loss and hospital in London.
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Elwyn Follett
Alma
France
M. J. Follett
Almalad
George Wheeler
Bessiert
Belme Hell
Te Trott
United States
Wheeler
Detroit
Nee
Leroy LaFornte
Alma Record
Rred Dell
Serg
Jock Hell
Belgium
Serg. Bell
London
Englard
Multiple Deaths Highlight Local Losses In Alma Area
A series of deaths in Alma and nearby areas include Maury Dickerson, 20, a Republic Motor Truck Co employee, buried in Edmore after pneumonia. Agnes Beck, 25, wife of Pat Beck, died of influenza and buried in Crystal. Mrs. S. E. Ontorn, 74, died after a week of illness and buried in Bay City. Mary Hutchinson, 64, died at her East Downey street home with funeral held and Riverside cemetery interment. Nila Adams, 22, died after a virus illness. Berry Adare and others noted in influenza era reports. A vaccination drive by Beart of Neath includes 263 people vaccinated by Tuesday and 69 by Friday morning as community efforts to curb influenza continue.
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Jane
Alma
Pei
Crystal
S. E. Ontorn
J. Osborn
Wm. E. Osborn
Saginaw
J. J. Osborn
Grover Avenue
Bay City
Mary Hutchinson
OM East Downey Street
Riverside
Nila Adams
Hume Reed
Wreh
Hushara
Berry Adare
Monkna
Merchants Offer Christmas Gifts Alma Stores Shine
Alma merchants boast a generous Christmas array highlighting quality gifts for beloved ones. The piece notes store windows, civic spirit, and shoppers urged to visit Alma stores for holiday selections. Marcus Polinsky to open general law practice in city. Alvin Milne home party planned. employment course for Republic Motor Track Co. staff discussed. C Grubb assists in office during leave.
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Matt
Christine
Alma
Jax
Marcus Pollacky
Polinsky
Shallot County
Weyrht Mstate
Sento Street
EL Mann
Republic Motor Track Co., Inc
Northwestern University
Manns
Mann
C. Grubb
Alma City Hall Sees Doctor Carney Resign Post
Dr Thomas J Carney resigns as city officer in Alma after two and a half years. Mayor Francis King accepts the resignation at a special council meeting. The vacancy prompts City Pro Tem Smith to consider an appointment, with a likely council vote Tuesday.
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Thomas J Carney
Alma
Francis King
Nd Crain
Carney Hwhtell
King
Avelon
J. Cerney
Grahame
Seton Lie
Abe
FL. Smith
Tir
Graham
Plas
Smith
Gratiot Club Gets Quarters for New Business Men
A new Gratiot organization for business men will purchase the Gaffney home to serve as its quarters. The move aims to provide a meeting place and support network for local professionals.
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Gaffney Home
Gratiot County Club Plans Incorporation and Clubhouse Move
The Gratiot County Club announces it has secured quarters at the Gaffney home East Center street and Woodworth Avenue for a clubhouse. Directors aim to incorporate with a meeting Friday at City Hall to formalize the plan and address dues. Members are urged to attend and bring dues or join the organization through listed contacts.
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Gaffney
East Center Street
Woodworth Avenue
Grinnell Pinne Company
Gaffnes
Hab
Mumimiel
Cts
Steve
Alma stores to open evenings through Christmas
Alma merchants announce extended hours starting Monday December 9 to stay open evenings through Christmas to aid workers. Shoppers can browse after work, avoiding daytime visits during the holiday rush.
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Alma to remodel city hall to fit present needs
City council instructs John White to present remodeling plans at the next session. Work will focus on the first floor and likely not affect the new fire station. The project aims to adapt the hall for current city requirements while preserving key features.
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Alma
John White
Accident Kills Child as Shots Fire at Home
Wien cleaning a shotgun at his Elsie home discharged the weapon. The bullet killed his sister Mabel aged three, wounded Adeline aged seven, and blew off the younger child's head. The incident happened Monday evening after Prang returned home and began cleaning the gun.
Pumping Station to be Completed Now No Well Water Until Spring
City engineer Joby White announced the pumping station work would continue to completion despite winter weather. The city plans to cap wells and rely on stored water until spring, when a pure water supply should resume. Residents worry about potential water shortages during the final phase.
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Henry
Alma
Joby White
Nee
Penewil
Eckson
Lieutenant Writes Interesting Letter From War Front
A wartime letter from a lieutenant describes advance through the Woevre valley near a hill, civilians embracing troops after four years under German rule, and sightings of aerial combat. The 26th Division, nicknamed the Shock division, reports lower casualties and a renewed morale as they push forward. The letter advocates Alma Record to keep soldiers connected with home, noting affordable pricing and wide distribution. guided by Brunner’s advertisement.
Jury is Obtained Easily In Murder Trial At Alma
A lengthy courtroom scene unfolds as jurors are finally selected for the murder case against Kelly Brennan and associates in the death of Beatrice Epler. Prosecution and defense spar over evidence while observers note the trial could stretch into Friday. Separately, Alma College prepares for a return to semestral terms and a shift in vacation dates as the Army Training Corps demobilizes. Local officials urge questionnaire returns by December 7 and city health plans are discussed with doctors. Dr. Thomas J. Carney travels on business to Detroit.
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Flint
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Ant Kelly
Eirnust Lee
Whee
Eetminel
Thie Etteriegs
Ted Bee
Sevedidel
Army Training Corps
Alma College
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