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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
10
An excerpt laments wasteful tree bark removal from paper birch and other woods. It describes how stripping bark harms the tree, and recounts traditional craft uses for bark, twigs, and bindings. The piece links thoughtful harvesting to meaningful Christmas gifts and seasonal warmth.
This fragment surveys early Christian Britain celebrating winter rites, linking ancient Yuletide customs to later Christmas observances. It notes Saxon and Danish influences, references Alfred the Great, and mentions festive practices in York and London, with references to royal and church observers and seasonal rites.
A fragmented reminiscence tells of a boy and a Christmas tree project starting with a single planted fruit tree on Christmas Day. The tale follows the tree’s growth and the boy’s rising role in its care and eventual use of its proceeds.
Fragmentary OCR notes referencing Christmas mystery plays, early medieval drama, and legends such as Saint George and the dragon. Mentions of Crusaders, Holy Land, and survivals into modern times, with garbled lines about individuals and a Cleveland Plain Dealer context.
Fragmentary text shows a crowded scene with references to a dress and dressmaker, a manager, and a voter named Peki. Mentions of Hartt dat indetey UE ts rhets tae walt and feral resources hint at broader economic topics. The piece weaves personal attire with civic notes and unclear names.
Ed Vehon of Rogers Nebraska writes of a cold settling in his back and relief from Foley Kidney Pills. He asserts rapid improvement, praising their filtering action and quick effect on back pain, joints, and nocturnal urges with no harmful ingredients. Sold locally in Alma.
Fragmentary OCR text promotes an auctioneering notice for St Louis Overland sales Co with names Mint Hockstra and Mary Dickton linked to a Shenrve of Sonnytrook Pavm line. The garbled content suggests a sale or event listing with incomplete details and stray personal names.
A 10O year old notice explains a dollar spent for health aid is considered a loan to be repaid, not an expenditure. The document stresses repayment terms and accountability by the granting body.
Advert reads SAN YAK as a cure for kidney and bladder trouble, inflammatory rheumatism, and nervous conditions. It cites testimonials from Alma Michigan residents praising quick relief and improved health, with claims of long-term gains and family protection.
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