Five Hundred Members Goal of the Campaign by Chamber of Commerce
Clarence Holland of Jackson spoke at a Wright House banquet as Alma Chamber of Commerce workers wrapped up their precampaign, praising regiments led by Captains Ruth Ward and Dad Chick. Leaders urged pledges, while H. M. Crooks hosted and discussed the effort to boost memberships and endow the drive with a strong community effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Chamber of Commerce
Wright House
Clarence Holland
Jackson Chamer
Commerce
H. M. Crooks
Alma College
Harry Gerber
Bale Ruth” Ward
Dad” Chick
Charles H. Goggin
Red Cross
Blakley
Chick
John C. Chick
Jackson Chamber of Ooi
Crooks
Holland
Chamber of Commerce
Ubat
Atatog
Record
Menthership
Memorial service honors B P O Elks lodge 100 founders
A solemn memorial service at Elke Temple Sunday for B P O Elks lodge 100 featured Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Walter V Peropeds and Alma Lodges members. Speakers recalled past founders, the order's teachings, and the lodge's role in community uplift and fraternal bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. P.O. Ky. Lodge
Elke’ Temple
Miley
Txaloet Waler Gh V. Peropeds
Alma Lode Nothers
Gam
Owoxse Lodge
Hakeem
Pabh
Alnwke
Building Material Prices Decline in Alma's Lumber Market
Lumber prices in Alma fall by 2 to 37 percent as managers of local lumber firms note market conditions. Detroit and Michigan cities show similar declines, with Alma prices now among the lowest in the state. Builders anticipate continued activity and a rebound next year amid a regional construction surge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Gerber
Alma
Gerber
Detroit
Tietroit
Michigan
Almaa
Asia
Alma Police to Use Time Clocks for Beat Verification
City officials approve three time clock boxes at Park Avenue City Hall and East Superior Street to track officer rounds. Beata instruments will log arrival times for each beat, enabling accurate monitoring and accountability. The measure aims to improve teamwork and city vitality through coordinated effort and spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Car Wibber
Park Avenue
City Hall
East Superior Street
Educators Press for New Chamber of Commerce
Dean James E. Mitchell of Alma College and Supt Kelder of Alma Public Schools back a new city Chamber of Commerce. Letters from educators in Lansing and Grand Rapids highlight the push, praising teamwork and urging support for the proposed organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Combations
Army College
James E. Mitchell
Alma College
Gillette Todne
Presbyveriin Jiet Tation
Mave
Tlere
Alma
Lave
Filey
Lansing
Ponting
Michigan
Dean James E. Mitchett
Alma Chamber of Commerce
Alcoa
Wwe
Chamber of Comoye
Missionary Convention Held In City With Delegates Expected
The Twelfth District Christian Missionary Society of the Church of Christ convenes at the First Church in the city on January 7 for a three day program. Delegates from all Churches are anticipated with addresses by J. G. Wilson and A. D. Henrickson among others. Saturday features reports, sermons, and organizational sessions led by D. P. Morrie and other speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of Christ
Alma
Christian Missions Arty
Fils City
Uhrig
Sumiay
Membership Drive Under Way at Local Church Events
The article lists a Sunday church program with multiple services led by Rev. L. R May and Rex Chap man, plus an illustrated lecture by P. A. Sherman and a sermon on the Law of Conversion by J. F. Williams. It also notes an Ingeworth display window replacement at Gaffney Style Shop after a holiday season, and mentions an automobile accident causing damage that has since been repaired. Two regiments soliciting to reach a campaign goal are also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erty
Elks
Earth
L. R May
Alma
Rev. May
Rock Lake
Christ
F. Green
Owosno
J. F. Williams
Ingeworth
Community Tree For Christmas Plans By Local Legion
Members of Howe W Myers Post and nearby legions plan a Christmas tree event on city streets during the holiday season. Officials expect a large community gathering with church participation and a Christmas Eve program. Children are promised a festive night with a big tree and related activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe W. Myers
Nufet
Ametieng Legion
Jon
Etreete
Wrobbly
Vartiwr
Tivereks
Emmy
Government Savings movement gains support at convention
The American Federation endorses Government Savings and the Government Securities Pool. Attendees pledge to back savings for wage earners and promote Treasury savings services as part of a broader plan. Support from international unions, employers, and state bodies signals wide backing for the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Federation of Labor
Chieu
American Federation of Lator
Ite
Treamry
Cafeguard
Ey International
Jae
Alma Chamber of Commerce drives 500 members sought by two regiments
Citywide membership drive for the Alma Chamber of Commerce underway led by Manager H. B. Reece. Two regiments will canvass the city until the campaign ends Friday December 10. North side and south side divisions assigned. wives of firm members may qualify for $20 memberships. Salvation Army plans holiday cheer and gift baskets for Alma homes with community aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Chamber of Commerce
H. B. Reece
Tegiments
Wright House
Evervitory
W. Binkley
Charles Tl. Gogeim
Thi
Cola Gorn
Daniel Nery Gerber
Mre
Miller
Lawrence
Kare
Chamber of Commerce
Firth
Ube
Chamber of Cimerce
Alma
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Jackson
Goggin
Chick Certain
H. E. Reece
Turkday
Wu Meethig Neld Montag
Merril
Friegel
Elk’s
Beata
Ificers
Conmissian
New Chamber of Commerce
F. Withetne
J. G. Wilson
St. Lanai
Charches
D. P. Morrie
Vietabure
Sermion
J. G. Wilken
Henterickn
Wien
Bey
Hermie
Lee Price
Gaffney Block
IO Legion Plan
Altnarthrdkeh
City
Salvation Army
Hugh
le Ap
Alma Beeetrie & Battery Co
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