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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1898
Page
2
Miss Helen Rusu hosts a gathering with Dirkison and Frank Clemens while neighbors settle into new homes. Several local happenings include holidays, a spelling contest, minor accidents, and visits by residents to nearby towns with references to churches, schools, and church events.
Long extract reports residents traveling to new homes and visits across nearby towns, with several family moves and local improvements noted. Mentions De Brewster and family, George Cilvdds, CL Wat, and nearby families. Weather and illness notes conclude with a recommendation for Dr. Wood's Norway Pine Syrup.
R C Ware of Howard Michigan reports seven years of catarrhal trouble and severe head pains. After ineffective treatments and rising expense, he credits Hood's Sarsaparilla with a full seven bottle course. He gained 28 pounds and regained health, surprising friends.
Fragmentary local notes describe neighbors, gatherings, and weather in Pleint Valley. Mentions Greer Farnsworth, Bay waters, and community figures like Will Hiechbachk and Samuel Morton. Includes convention notices, singing, Sunday School, and upcoming January issues with literary contributions and personal reminiscences.
The United States demands Spain settle Cuban debts while pledging to honor signatures within its means. A new $100,000 smelter at Monghton, Quincy Mining Co. is blasting, promising copper refining at half prior cost and about $50,000 annual savings. Rep Todd of Michigan introduced a resolution thanking North Atlantic Squadron officers and Cuba invasion army for their meritorious service.
Emerson lodge No 8761 O O FY have elected officers D Popple N G M Saunder Y Gi H Shaver Ke Gamble Treasurer Shepherd On White shipping stock no sign of supply abating Reading Committee held High School session last Saturday good turnout and enthusiasm 1000 pounds dressed poultry shipped by Murphy Crawford Miss Satie Hosford visiting St Johns Fox the magician performed at the opera house A new industry planned for the village M Shepherd JB Meyer rent deer park north of town to provide venison hunting rights under proper supervision J Wichoiend visiting Canada
A reader recounts a testimonial from Amberg and Murphy's drug store in Battle Creek praising Doan's Kidney Pills. The speaker claims relief from backache and kidney issues after trying various remedies, ultimately citing Doan's as the cure and recommending them widely. The piece notes Buffalo New York as the sole agent for Down's Kidney Pills.
A testimonial style notice extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as vital for expectant mothers. It promises strength for the mother and a healthier baby, claiming easier labor and reduced danger. Includes promotional claims and addresses for obtaining the medicine.
Fragmentary notes cite Sarah St. and Arian Stowe projects on Plow River bed and a new bone structure for Dick Bubler. Mentions Dick Bubler starting work, Maraboes making a wood tie, Mrs Ide Williams and a protracted church meeting on Jackson Street Monday night.
An old style medical advert promises cures for weak vitality and related ailments. It touts a renowned healer based in Saginaw with a proven track record, low prices, and guarantees. It urges immediate visits, stating many already cured and many more to be helped, with a no risk offer if the case is incurable.
Bennett Vv and Hollenbeck Gon emerge as leaders in a constrained North South room event at the D T S M venue. Swent and Alme Tul contribute key plays as participants, with scoring and placements shaping the results.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions places and names such as Laval Alma River Bilpore Gomi Rapids Mig Tha Wa Agent Alma. Details are unreadable. no coherent event or action can be determined for a proper summary.
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