16 Dec 1887
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1887
Page
1
Alma Record of 1881 chronicles reader notices from physicians, merchants, and officials. Mentions pension grants, town visitors, fire damage, ferry and beef market notes, school books, college events, and upcoming installations. Includes local ads for clocks, jewelry, photos, and Christmas goods with numerous names and places in Alma Michigan.
County items report TE Wright handling west Tuesday duties, a new four bedroom wall to be completed in about two weeks by Tinney and More. Wmn L Phillig returned from Oluo Friday, visiting friends and relatives for five weeks. Roy Peet and son Rolla returned Thursday night from Los Angeles trip with others, noting lighter expectations. Veet recalls a tough season and heavy travel as crowds from the east swell, impacting all business.
West Arcada notices Walter Barrick rents widow Sidreth’s farm for the year. Will Courter sells his farm to Will Beverly for 2400. Sheridan visitors seek land and farming prospects. Alma hosts Moo Pequegnet biweekly for eye tests and glasses with full optometry services. Local jeweler B Vortor of Mima boasts fair dealing and reliability. Store advertises Christmas bargains with a wide gold jewelry and silverware selection and no quoted prices.
A collage of local ads and notices from Alma Michigan. Items mention dyeing ribbons plumes, G W Van Waags, Dr W Kelly dental office, Webb's bug store, Hobby goods, an open buggy Pax Sal, and a harness shop in the village with inquiries to M C Dautas.
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