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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1904
Page
6
An old traveling figure known as the man with the fish on his back has spent nearly thirty years circling the globe bringing health to the sick. He provides strength to consumptives and nourishment to weak children, improving skin and vitality. His liver oil tonic is a soothing natural remedy favored by old and young alike, available for purchase at druggists.
Mrs W A Leet hosted nine friends in Alma Monday. Miss Jessie Lace of Ashley visited town Saturday. Julius Kirby of Saginaw and Mrs John Morse of Ashley were in town Friday. P W Brooke did a housing up to Alma Tuesday. C A Pike of Gladwin visits son F Pike. W B Townsend business trip to Alma Friday. Mrs Rosco Hart of Grand Rapids visiting relatives. Mr. Guy Hart of Grand Rapids visiting relatives. David Rockwell of Big Rapids visiting sister Mrs R O Maloney. Mrs J Davis traveled to Alma Friday to see Ira Davis. Geo Tracy of Newark spent several days with Riverdale relatives. Obas Allen moved to Owosso last week for employment. L J Marvin of Newark left Saturday for a visit with relatives in Shelby Ohio. Mrs Hart Baker called to St Louis Monday due to her father J Vilet illness. Henry Waggoner of Eigenod left for a week in Canada. Mrs Matilda Miller returned to Mt Pleasant Friday after ten days with daughter. Mrs M Vanderster and two children summoned to Saginaw Saturday by nephew’s death. Miss Gwendolene Levey stayed Friday and Saturday with sister Mrs John Wright of Alma. Mr and Mrs Jas Shaver of Emerson left Friday for two weeks with Canada relatives. Mr and Mrs Clarence Johnnem, of Flint, visiting relatives in Ithara and vicinity. Mrs M Larkin of Astley spent Sunday with daughter Mrs Fred Trickeo of Emerson. Jesse and Jadard of Emerson went to Hancock Saturday for two weeks with relatives. Mr and Mrs W S Auetia of Mandellans called here last week by death of brother Ben Austin of Sicke’s. Mrs A Ueonett of Newark left Monday for Riverdale to winter with son Geo Teachworth.
G Glock, Superintendent of Pranty town West Virginia Reform School, writes that after trying all other cough medicines they will use Foley's Honey and Tar exclusively. He claims it is most effective and harmless. George Z. Sharrar.
Mrs J B Hill will spend the winter in Detroit with her sister Miss Helen Monroe has been improving. Chas Merrill and A Zubler visited Laginna on Thursday and Friday. Mr and Mrs Chas Fea returned from Cedar Springs Saturday evening. New furnaces installed at the Congregational church and parsonage. Senior class held a box social at the KT M ball last Friday Joy. Miss Minta Snyder preached at the Congregational church Sunday evening. Mrs G P Young and Miss Alina Boneman returned from Brooklyn Thursday evening. The canning factory foreman W J Hocker returned with his family to Mamaroneck New York. Eleanor Hecker and first grade pupils visited teacher Miss Edna Watson’s home. Accidents bring distress, use Dr Mas’ Kolec Tre Oa relieves pain instantly.
Mrs Prank Hrannat is better. Mrs A W Weston remains in declining condition. Miss Nancy West visited Miss Martha Lott. Jessie Deyve and family hosted guests at Chas Lott home. Edward Lott reports his hand improving. Mrs E Iively mourns death of her mother Mrs Houghtaling of Ionia. Willow Gonser’s boy returned from Traverse City asylum to his home. Funeral held at Dupkard church with Elder Stone officiating. Remains laid to Crystal cemetery. Community extends sympathy in this sad hour.
Miss Eva Lang works at John Johnson s. J Ray visits relatives in Almay this week. Miss Bertha Cook works for Mrs Lovell. Mr and Mrs Melvin Mull spent Sunday with Frank Martell. John Henes spent Sunday in Alma. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Church at Sumner Center school house next Sunday at the o clock. Everyone invited. Mrs Mary Hanes returned home after two weeks visiting her daughter.
An old medical ad claims Burdock Blood Bitters strengthen the stomach and aid digestion. It asserts relief from indigestion and promotes healthier digestion through toning effects. The wording reflects period marketing language with emphasis on bodily improvement.
Mrs Rathbone reports she is able to be up and around. O Pettit intended to go to Ithaca and has rented his farm. Revival meetings ended last Sunday at Lafayette and special meetings will start after holidays. Sleesman’s house and contents burned last Thursday with no insurance. The local school will hold exercises Friday afternoon and urges parental attendance.
Mrs Joho Morton is reported better. Harvard entertains his son from Indiana Robert. Weod's son improved after illness. Jobo Lanshaw Jr. suffers rheumatic attack. Roy Crosett of Arcada visits EB Church Sunday. Will Lanshaw drafts contracts for Alma Sugar Co. Holly Wright works for Arthur in Shepherd. Iva Coureh and Warry Haggard visit Willet school Friday. Bell Telephone No. 41 repaired. Route changes shift former No. 11 to No. 2. Wm Latmer named carrier.
The item notes Martha Young employed by Mrs T L Parks and a family Christmas tree event. It also mentions Ike Steeseman losing his house and contents, Elmer White's team injuring King, and Mrs Huard returning from Lansing with her son Harland.
Fay Kolle is laid up with fever while Will Wilcox visited Alma on business last week. Henry Wolfgang of Sigany visits his parents this week. Mr Ste Richards and mubther visited Mrs Wilcox last Wednesday. Alva Howell hosted a May day entertainment at the Black School House. Ben Vandermark’s fire totaled little damage. George Wolfganze and wife were called to St Louis last week for their daughter's illness.
Mrs R Eb remains ill while Orien Parks conducts business Wednesday. Orien Parks and sister visit Kathbone Friday evening. Winifred Washboro attends Oak Grove winter choir. Fora Parks injures finger. Lizzie Kushree visits Alma. Fora Kimball returns from Spencer reporting two feet of snow. A to Z literary society reorganized by local youth. Ralph Bushree and family attend funeral of Mrs Vanessa.
Will Norton of Fulton visits his sister Mrs Frank Harden. Miss Etta Gulick closes her school in district 4 Bridey for two weeks. Postmasters set mail routes. rural carriers G C Mugkelbury returns from Great Lakes work. Johnson Sunday school plans Christmas tree at schoolhouse Saturday night. Perrinton route changes affect mail delivery to Carson City No 4 and Maple Rapids county line patrons. Warley Redman and Lulu Franks wed December 11 at Maple Rapids Christian parsonage. Quiet wedding at Glen Johnson home as Miss Ore Johnson weds Wealey Havens. couple to Kenosha for a brief trip then home. Friends offer congratulations.
Fred Vince suffers rheumatism while Fowet and Dell Paine spent Saturday in St. Donne. A son born to Whi Keller and wife last week. Will Paine moves to Mr. Pickney's farm in Bavex. A fine young son brightens the home of Fred Teachworth and wife. Christmas tree at Center Church Saturday evening. Miss Bertha Hoxie unable to attend school. her father taught in her place.
Richard T. Hamilton aged 24 of Lacombe Alberta Go Mra Blanche Crosby 24 of North Saar Pearl O Cothers 21 of North Shade Mina Fookler 19 of North Shade listed in the recent license management filing.
A reader argues against rigid weekly menus and repeated sequences. They warn that constant repetition dulls appetite and health, urging regular change in dishes to avoid leftovers, maintain variety, and sustain appetite through diverse flavors and textures.
The article reviews special care for a congested nose, detailing non water contact and daily massage. It advises upward strokes, avoiding downward motions, and using cold cream to reduce thick cartilage. It notes avoiding contact with water during treatment and applying cool cream at night and morning.
Advice for parenting young children cautions against scalding, urges reasoning with kids, notes babies double birth weight by five months, discusses feeding times, and warns about earache as a common yet serious issue in infants. It mentions white tea, weak carbonic acid sprays, and old fashioned vaccines in a dated, instructional tone.
The article argues that harmonious color in rooms defines mood and comfort more than rigid monochrome schemes. It traces trends from blue eighties interiors to today’s favored green rooms, noting nature’s diverse palette and the careful placement of browns, grays, and purples to create restful yet lively spaces.
Practical guidance on when to remove rings to avoid dulling finger expression. Advice warns against wearing all rings constantly, stresses emotional weariness from overuse, and suggests reserving costly gems for special occasions while keeping rings simple to maintain hand aesthetics.
Instructions describe using cheap calico to cover pillows and mattresses to keep them clean. Calico covers over ticking protected by a pillow eipa reduce washing to every three or four months, with a narrow calico edge around mattresses for similar protection.
A compact account traces mistletoe’s mythic journey from Persian and Indian rites through Druids to modern lovers, noting its sacred healing name and evolving role in Christmas celebrations. The piece ends with a vision of Christmas peace in a worldly federation led by Bishop Davis Sessuma of Louisiana.
A Christmas gift of a friendship calendar gave pleasure to an elderly woman living alone. Fifty two friends contributed material for every day of the year, with some offering original content and others adding magazine cut images. The result was a perpetual calendar reflecting each friend's loving thought.
A testimonial claims Dr Kings New Discovery cured a smoker with throat and lung ailments and colds. The account describes rapid relief from throat trouble and bronchial symptoms after three years of unsuccessful treatment, praising the medicine's effectiveness.
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