Big Season for Autos in 1916 Promises Car Demand
Auto fever grows as dealers and manufacturers brace for a record year. M Johnson lists Overland and Ford with price cuts and new equipment. Ford models stay at 440 dollars while the roadster is 390. Studebaker cuts and adds features. Reo Saxon lines see price drops and refinements. dealers forecast shortages despite rising output of 2,000 cars daily at Detroit. Maxwell, Fisk, Kriekemeier, and others push new tech like aluminum clutches and improved gas feeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mator
M. Johnson
West Superior Street
Overland
Ford
Ford Company
Detroit
Johnson
Gratiot
Federal
Goodrich
M.L. Perigo
Studebaker
Perigo
Stewart
A.C. Wyant
East Superor Street
STAR
Maxwell Man
Macwell
Stith
HNLOC
Mr. Smith
Schools Join Plague War In Michigan Public Schools
In March, Michigan public schools will hold a special course on the dangers and prevention of the great white plague with daily topics. Fred L. Keeler announced the plan at a Berrien county teachers institute. Meanwhile, Governor Ferris ordered a crackdown on gambling as Genesee sheriff Griffin and Owosso Police Chief Patterson led a campaign against slot machines and punch boards, following a prior drive by the late Attorney O'Dell Chapman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Fred L. Keeler
Berrien County
Teacher's Institute
Ferris
Genesee
Griffin
Patterson
Owosso
O'Dell Chapman
Experienced Fruit Men Open Store in Alma
Experienced fruit men with twelve years in wholesale and retail fruit open a first class market in Alma opposite the city hall on East Superior street. They plan carload fruit shipments to keep only fresh fruit on hand and expect a busy summer as residents welcome the new business run by former Pontiac Fruit House associates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fortune Brothers
Pontiac Fruit House
Alma
First Clase Fruit Market
City Hall
East Superior Street
Oae
Injured Walking in Sleep At Center and Grant Home
The thirteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Shelthaas, residing at Center and Grant streets, walked during sleep last Monday night, fell on an unguarded stair and fractured both bones of the left arm. She has received medical care and is improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Shelthaas
Center
Grant St
Alma to Have Father and Son Banquet in Indore
Local Y M C A plans a Father and Son banquet for February at Wheh school facility. A program committee will manage invitations and activities with chair Prof A P Schotte and others, aiming to pair each man with a town boy over 13 and provide tickets, while forbidding self-pairing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indore
Imo Ie
Stern
Assie¢N
Monty Bey
Nationwide Baby Week Urges Infant Care Across States
Federation of Women's Clubs promotes a seven-day Baby Week in March with over 400 communities planned nationwide. The Children's Bureau cites 300000 infant deaths yearly and urges public health action, urging clubs to distribute a free bulletin and engage rural and urban communities in life-saving infant care efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Children's Bureau
United States Department of Labor
Chicago
New York
Pittsburg
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Federal
Children’s Bureau
Washington, D. C
Women’s Clubs
Successful Chicken Show Draws Strong Attendance In City
The Central Michigan State Poultry Association reports a highly successful second annual show held last week. About 300 birds were entered and gate receipts rose with good attendance. Plans are underway to outdo the previous event next year. A separate accident occurred on W Superior Street as four year old colts pulling a wagon crashed into a telephone pole injuring Alex Miller and his son Elwell, who were treated at the Miller residence before hospital transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Michigan State Poultry Association
W. Superior St
Alex Miller
Elwell
A. G. Leiteh
Family suffers total loss by fire on Wednesday
A gasoline stove explosion at John Blank's home near Court and Ely created a serious blaze. Mrs Blank escaped serious harm as the house burned, with the interior nearly destroyed. The family lacked insurance and a community fund was opened at the post office to aid them. The incident prompted a Wednesday night Alma Encampment meeting at the IOOF Temple with a banquet and officer installation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arvads
John Blank
Court
Ely
Michigan
Alma Garden Shop Expands Craft From Alma to National Market
Alma Garden Shop led by Frank J. Barnes grows from a small repair and woodworking outfit to a key producer of garden furniture. The shop, located in Wright Homes area, now conducts full production with jointer and band saw, employing 2 to 4 workers and shipping handcrafted items across the United States under Alma’s trade mark. The piece praises local industry support to keep Alma on the map.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Alma Garden Shop
Frank J. Barnes
Fiernés
Cate
Barney
Tina
Japreta
Titker & Lamien
Barnes
Michigan City
Barefooted Youth Arrested After Trek Across City
The long cited record of William Secord is highlighted as Constable Brown serves papers after a Thursday afternoon pursuit. Secord, found barefoot with a 42 caliber revolver, fled to St Louis and riverfront areas before surrendering. he was deemed mentally incompetent and taken to Traverse City.
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Brown
William Secord
Pal
Convitable Brown
St. Louis
Constally Brown
St. Louie
Alma
Cedar and
Mapie Streets
Officer Brown
Traverse City
Bradford
Interesting Lecture on Missions in Africa at Metho Church
Mrs J M Springer spoke Tuesday night at the Epworth League event in the Metho church room. Her lecture drew a large audience and offered vivid pictures of life in Algeria and other regions, detailing natural wealth and missionary efforts while pledging $24 annually for a five year support fund.
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J. M. Springer
Methochurch
Springer
Epworth League
Lomurey
Algetra
Fries Bond
Methottat Church
Claude Ackers Arrested in Hamilton Burglary Case
Claude Ackers was apprehended in Hamilton Township after allegedly breaking into Arthur Kenneth’s home near Ashley. Stolen goods include $900 and a gold watch. Sheriff Brad- reports Ackers has been sought since the burglary and was captured this week.
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Claude Ackers
Arthur Kenneth
Ashley
Hamilton Township
Brad
Knights of Pythias Install Officers at James Lodge No 95
Knights of Pythias James Lodge No 95 installed officers for the year including Chancellor Commander J D Hel nan Vice Chancellor Bert Amsden Prelate G B Porter and others Four pages were advanced with two candidates initiated as observers Attendance at the lodge has risen since new club rooms opened Visiting brothers receive a hearty welcome A touching incident featured Representative Thomas J Schall thanking the order for providing a special page to assist his blindnessBorn in 1877 Schall was 30 when he lost his sight by an electric shock the son of Mrs Walle of Alma Michigan.
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James Lodge
Knights of
Thias
J. D. Helnan
Bert Amsden
G. B. Porter
Knaper
W. H. Howlett
Jesse E. Fuller
J. P. Losey
Arma
G. Wayne Brown
DeWitt Vought
John Luchini
Glen Anderson
Representatives
Thomas J. Schath
Michigan
Progres
Minnesota
Ie Eegies
Representative Schall
Reed City
Osceola County
Walle
Alma
Burton Thatcher to Sing Friday Night in City Concert
Bass baritone Burton Thatcher headlines a Friday concert as part of a lecture course. He has drawn praise from Chicago music figures and has recently performed with the Chicago Apollo Club and the Milwaukee Musical Society. Local talent Miss Sadie Messinger will accompany him. the program includes a wide range from Grand Opera to popular songs and light composers pieces.
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Bartey
Thatcher
Chicago Apollo Club
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Milwaukee Musical Society
Maurice Rosenfeld
Chicago Examiner
Felix Borowski
Chicago Record Herald
Cadman
Campbell- Stipton
High School Basketball Odds Tilt Cadillac Victory
Cadillac outplayed the local high school team Friday night and won 12 to 4. Merrill suffered a 26 to 5 defeat as the Alsnp team dominated the game, keeping Merrill to a low score and showing a strong season.
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Cadillac
Alsnp
Merrill Boys
Quiet wedding at Alto? to Prof J McCollur in Carson City
An early 20th century notice reports the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Bert to Prof. J McCollur at the Episcopal church with Rev J Frank Jachman officiating. Attending relatives and Alma friends gathered as observers. Local officials and neighbors near Wheeler township were noted in attendance and later celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. McCollur
Gorgon City
Taw
J. Prank Jachman
Thie City
Amd
Ik Wan
Suerest
Stra
Carson City
County Farm House Destroyed in Week Fire Loss $17000
A blaze last week wrecked a county farm house causing about 17000 dollars in damage. Firemen battled the flames at the rural property, with neighbors aiding in confinement efforts and no injuries reported. The cause remained under investigation by local authorities.
Fire destroys Gratiot county farm building. inmates saved
A fire last Saturday gutted the Gratiot county farm dwelling near Ithaca, damaging brick structures from 1865 and 1886. Fire officials suspect attic wiring sparked the blaze. inmates were moved to the courthouse and sheriff residence with none exposed. A temporary ship lap building was erected by 12 men and will house inmates until spring while authorities decide long term plans.
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Uie
Gratiot
Ithaca
Frank Presley
Lok Alwys Bee
Board of Supervisors
Alma
Innekracree
Court House
Pressey
Tames
Michigan Bean Jobbers Meet To Boost State Produce
Michigan bean producers and buyers gathered at the Michigan Bean Jobbers Association mid winter meeting held at a city hotel. W J Orr stated the event focused on organizing marketing for Michigan beans to overcome weather risks and improve future profits. Speakers, including W E Griffin of Alma Roller Mill, attended as part of the program while others conducted business in Grand Rapids and New York.
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Michigan
Michigan Bean Jobbers’ Association
Cadila
Thuralay
W. J. Orr
W. EB. Griffin
Alma
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Falcon
Perrigo
Shiawassee
Y. M. ©. A. Association
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Asd Gael
Barros
Bernie
Secord
Africa
Knights OF Pythias
LN Hous
Burton Thatcher
Polkert
Superviear
Wheeler Township
Alme
California
Harry Gerber
The
Home Lumber & Foot Company
Grand Rapident
Cresta
Alan Ea
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