Governor Osborn Preaches Bible in Lansing Pulpit
Gov. Osborn, an elder in the First Methodist, fills in at the First Presbyterian Church of Lansing. He reiterates support for Bible teaching in public schools and cites past remarks before 10,000 teachers, urging that Bible principles guide education and youth morality.
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Osborne
First Presbyterian Church of
Lansing
Detroit Sunday News Tribune
Gov. Chase Osborn
New England
H. C. Wilson
Gov. Osborn
Marne
Michigan Presbyterian
Hake
First Presbyterian Church
Shaw wins multiple top prizes at Cadillac Poultry Show
Andrew Shaw of this city entered two hens one cock and two pullets at the Cadillac Poultry Show. He took four first prizes and one third prize including Bart Orpington hen and Whitt cock first prizes White hen first prize White pullet first prize and Aloft Orpington pullet third prize. Over 400 entries attended and Reynolds reports sugar beet profits from 28 acres near Middleton. Reynolds farm south of Middleton shows strong beet yields and good condition despite market conditions.
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Andrew Shaw
Bart Orpington
Whitt Cock
Orpington
Mr. Shaw
Conurate
Adney Reynolds
Paroled Ex-State Treasurer Frank Glazier
Governor Osborn granted parole to Frank P. Glazier ex-state treasurer just after a two year sentence for misappropriation of state funds. Three doctors urged release to avert imminent death, aided by Judge Wiest who concurred and visited the prisoner. Senator Townsend offered support. Glazier was taken to Jackson for release amid broad approval from Chelsea and Jackson residents and distraught creditors.
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Osborn
Frank P. Glazier
Glazier
Wiest
Jackson
United States
Charles E. Townsend
Woodmen Convention Adopts Higher Whole Life Rates
Delegates at the Modern Woodmen of America national convention in Chicago adopt a plan to raise all whole life insurance rates by 50 to 100 percent, effective January 1, 1919. The rate hike affects current and future members with new monthly costs shown by age, and a cheaper term plan is offered as an alternative. The vote followed final arguments against the plan, with J O Davis of California presenting the formal statement.
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J. O. Davis
California
National Organization of State Insurance
M. J. Feltett
Taei
Cvasee
Large Winter Sale Of Personal Property At Arcada Township
Charles Miller of section 27 Arcada township runs an advertisement in this week’s Record offering all his personal property for sale. The event is noted as one of the season’s major sales, with J D Melman and J M Montigel acting as clerks.
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Charles Miller
Arcada
J. D. Melman Andioneer
J. M. Montigel
Guidance fragment: do it now with belief and kindness
A fragmented motivational note urges fearlessness and action. It emphasizes believing in yourself, optimism, kindness, honesty, and doing your best with focus, aiming high while appreciating what you have.
Taxes Increase Faster Than Valuation in Michigan
Frank M. Sparks of the Grand Rapids Herald analyzes the state tax commission report showing railroad and corporation assessments rising while tax rates climb. He notes overall taxation has surged over ten years, with per capita taxes increasing and valuations not keeping pace, risking further litigation over assessment practices and school funding.
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Frank M. Sparks
The
Grand Rapids Herald
State Tax Commission
State Board of Assessors
Mtet
Michigan
State fair shortened to six days this year
Michigan state fair runs September 16 to 21 six days instead of ten. Board set the length after annual meeting praising auditors reports. last year showed a net gain of 24 001% despite rain and a day without streetcars.
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Michigan
Resigns Position At Alma Bank Swift & Co Ahead
Roy Anderson former assistant cashier at Alma State Savings Bank resigns to join Swift and Company. Karl Adams from First State Bank will replace him as new assistant cashier. Adams is son of city clerk D W Adams and is praised for solid habits and recent banking experience. Both men receive best wishes from Gratiot County friends.
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Roy Anderson
Alma Grain and Lumber Co
Alma State Savings Bank
Law
Swift & Co
Mel Anderon
Hae
Gom
Alma College
AL Wo. Woight
Ler
Alma Grain and Lumber Se
Almy State
Saypeenk
Anderson
Alma Fketers
Uccess
Savings Bank
Karl Adams
First State Bank
Adams
D. W. Adams
Messrs. Anderson
Gratiot County
Alma College Field Leader Resigns for Insurance Job
Frank Horst, popular Alma College field man, resigns due to illness and will leave in early March to join Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Newark New Jersey. A graduate of Alma, he is also a senior member of the Zev Sigma society.
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Frank Horst
Alma College
Aman
The
Mutual Life Insurance Co
Newark
New Jersey
Horst
Zev Sigma Society
Hart Leaves College Life for Life Insurance Work
Mr Hart quits college work to pursue a broad life insurance career with the best wishes of faculty student body and friends throughout Michigan. His family plans to move to Aloua at Wast until midunmet.
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Rand
Hart
Alomed
Michigan
Aloua
Alma City Council OKs Bond Issue After Election Returns
Alma Michigan Common Council met January 25 1912 to certify election results on a bond issue for water mains street cement and other public works. Returns showed 396 yes 40 no with two thirds supporting the bonds. Council approved the measure and ordered payment of various general fund expenses and staff stipends.
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Alma
Mich
Michigan
J. M. Montigel
Alds
Puller
Knight
Polffrey
Cook
Fraker
Ald. Cook
Ald. Fuller
Board of Election
CMG
Common Council
Gil
Fuller
Molirey
Ook
Ald Cook
Ald
Polirey
Gratiot County Farmers Institute At St Louis Sessions Held
The Gratiot County Farmers Institute met January 24 and 25 at St Louis with wide farmer turnout. Topics included crop rotation with clover, soil health, and mineral fertilizer. Dr Marshall warned of tuberculosis in dairy cows spread through milk. Exhibits featured silage, alfalfa with cotton seed meal, and dairy hygiene measures. evening programs showcased music and readings.
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Gratiot County
Farmers’ Institute
St. Lows
Gratier County
State Agricultural College
Anton Mase
Wheeler
Sistherade
Putiie
Marshall
Cook
Dixon
Board of Health
Yerrington
Adeline Douglas
Alma Union Depot to be inspected by State Railroad Commission
The Alma depot, used jointly by the P.M. Railroad and the ALN R R, will be inspected next Tuesday by the Michigan Railroad Commission. An official letter from the commission notes past unsatisfactory conditions and invites local officials and citizens to attend the inspection at 12:20 PM on February 6, traveling from the south via the AARR.
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P.M. RR
ALN. R. R
State Railroad Commission
Kowertzer
Lansing
J. S. Kooertzer
First State Bank
Alma
Michigan
Union Depot
AARR
Michigan Railroad
Michigan Railroad Commission
T. G. W. Dickinson
Board of Trade
Thesday
Alma Enrollment Figures Show Low Voter Interest
Enrollment in Alma attracted only 24 percent of voters with 204 Republicans, 63 Democrats, 2 Socialists, and 1 Prohibitionist. Ward breakdown assigns Republicans and Democrats across four wards, while the fourth ward mirrors total Democrat enrollment of the other three. The Massic Home notes many enrollees align with William Jennings Bryan's party.
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Alma
Fourth Ward
Meswlay
Massic Home
William Jennings Brysn
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A. P. Cook
Bao J. Tierney
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R. J. Praker
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E.G. Alverson
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Ladies
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Nation of Aml Cook
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