Local Bank Promises Facilities and Timely Deposits
A general banking notice invites public patronage while promising every reasonable facility and time deposit interest paid. The message emphasizes accessibility and reliability to attract customers.
30 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1904
Page
1
A general banking notice invites public patronage while promising every reasonable facility and time deposit interest paid. The message emphasizes accessibility and reliability to attract customers.
The twenty fifth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Fisher was celebrated at the residence of Albert Fisher, near Elwell, with a large banquet and a refined program. Mrs Hartley prepared a life sketch of Mr Gil Man, and guests included numerous local families who shared toasts, music, and desserts.
A caps gathering was held last Monday at Mr. and Mrs. E G Alversons home. Attending were J Alvers on Ithaca, B D Alvers on Grind Rapids, E R Alverson in Alna, and Mire Josey Alverson from Alna. Edwin TL, now deceased, had died four years ago. Forty wimmings shared the samptains feast prepared by the mother. It marked the first family gathering in eighteen years with several members living far away in mines and California.
An OCR damaged notice describes a January arrangement affecting clerks and proprietors at Ky Weal thine. It mentions new timing, sale access for those who purchase goods, and a list of places and individuals connected to the event. The text shows scattered names, dates, and locations with ambiguous details.
The Bore of Mr and Mrs awd of Ft Pell New Haven township witnessed a double ceremony. Their daughter Barh married Mr Win Giger and Mins Apness Skillage wed Mr Winfield Richamts. The Rev Webster of Arkley presided in a bower of evergreens as guests admired gifts and wished the couples happy lives.
Prof James Hats Hatfield hosted a novel dinner party at the sisitirium to recount the Blewlale wreck near Mere Mar quette. Guests included Mise More Thotas and Mba Catherne Moffett. Prof Hallivd barely escaped with injuries, the scene staged at the table to illustrate the crash. A distant whistle unsettled him, glasses shattered, and the fifteen-course table setting impressed guests with vivid detail.
Edward Menehan, aged fifty nine, died after ingesting a lethal mixture of lye and other substances during a drinking bout at his farm home. He had moved to Elba township in 1880 and served as constable in Fin District. He leaves a wife and several children. funeral services were held at ten o'clock with friends and neighbors in attendance.
The notice lists jailees for poultry dogs and cats at Sharley Bunter field with judges named and entry fees fixed. Poultry hare and ears fee is 1 per specimen while pigeons cost fifty cents per specimen. Liberal prizes announced and a large specials list to aid exhibitors with incubator brooder and poultry supply details. Information available from secretary Prod Le Kinney Room 500 Dearborn Street Chicago.
The Odd Fellows lodge honored V M Wilson with a banquet after weekly work as he plans to move to Port Huron for winter work on a large cold storage building. The event featured speakers including Fink and Alverson and noted Wilson’s notable contributions to the lodge and fraternity.
John D. Bine a well known railroader with Pere Marquette died Tuesday night in Bay City after four weeks of typhoid fever. He was nearly 24, leaves a wife and child, parents, and brothers in Breckenridge and Alma. Remains sent to Breckenridge for interment. Brother Charles in Alma and Basil at Breckenridge. Wife had been a hospital patient and had not fully recovered.
Afternoon deal transfers the millinery stock from Mrs KA Bivins to Mrs HM Danham who takes possession today and will run the business from the same store. Miss Borland remains as trimmer, praised for excellent service. The new management promises continued high standards and invites ladies to visit.
The People’s Interment Co Ltd of Detrit announces a Alma branch with Capt. J HL Wee in town to appoint W T Davies as Alma branch superintendent. Members pay monthly fees for a free funeral when they die. see the representative for details.
The father identified the remains as Almer Peters formerly of Summer and a Lafayette Peters brother, in Ericson's restaurant case. He said the 25 year old had worked in lumber woods, tried the venture in Omaha, returned despondent, and killed himself after sending wages home. Local inquiry found no murder, ruling the death as self inflicted.
Notices to taxpayers indicate a meeting schedule for Arcade township. The notice lists location details and a date within December 1908 for receiving ownership matter guidance.
The RECORD corrects a Dec 23 item stating the Alma Sugar Co sliced 25 tons of beets. the intended figure is 35,500 ad. The notice fixes the misprint and clarifies the feast season beet processing volume.
Christmas exercises at the Presbyterian church by Sunday School attendees feature a full program of songs recitations and readings. The event showcases expressed pride in performance with pieces ranging from scripture readings to carols and verses performed by girls and various groups.
A festive gathering honored Christous and the Chats couple, with Mr and Mrs Cummings and Miss Hattie Caginings of Edmore among guests. Other attendees included Mr and Mrs Harry Clark and family, Mr and Mrs A Wiley and Lena, Clindy Wiles and Mrs Wiley, plus Decatus Coliaian of Alta. A late fair gifted good eats and a Christmas tree with gifts, ending in warm cheer and gratitude for the day.
A description of a fictional eggs hatchery method in China. Eggs are kept in a large basket lined with tar and closed with a straw cover. The process alternates eggs every third day for two weeks, with eyes removed, bran used for covering, and shells chipped to reveal the world. The method relies on nonconductive basket material to maintain warmth and hatchability.
A friend recalls Mrs Tennyson in her study dress of gray merin trimmed with velvet, noting her quiet kindness and habit of lending books. The account highlights her dignified bearing, subdued vitality, and interest in Michael’s philosophies, reflecting late 19th century social circles around Lady Teanye.
A fragmented tale about General Sam Houston of Tas and four doctors who dislike him dispute politics. After a heated argument a physician tells Houston he would not believe him politically, prompting Houston to reply that he has more politeness, not a better opinion.
In the Cleveland Leader a playful exchange questions whether a hidden world lies in a wonnet pun and a witty response affirms the joke, noting its clever concealment and lighthearted dialogue.
About one thousand teachers and women from curietie parts of the state attended in Lansing this week and listened to a program of annual interest and spirit. Augusta Maine's Hon. Ww Stet, Superintendent of Pattie Dustruction, explained the townUnidad system and its progress, noting it was introduced about eight years ago and its aims to improve schooling nationwide.
Translated tnte Vermentar reports Cap'n dotham Shaw opposing the new Tilniaters high tik and declaring church is for those who need it. In Clamstown the minister says the big fire may be accidental or the work of arsonists as Cap'n Pegg and Cap'n Meeeth listen to a vivid narrative.
A fragment from a Victorian miscellany discusses breeding insects in the Chencuine valley, porters delivering live stock by night, wax production from ash trees, and a note on sardine box markings. The piece blends curious industry details with consumer guidance from the London Standard.
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