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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1899
Page
4
The notice outlines a county convention in Alma for delegates to the state convention, listing towns with representation and dates. It mentions a public meeting in St Lenile and includes a broader essay on economic issues and trusts reflecting contemporary national debates.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Republican caucus with delegates to the county convention. Mentions February date and a tangible transaction or event, but content is garbled with missing names and places. The readable hints imply organizing delegates and scheduling within a county party framework.
The Record reflects on its twenty first year, pledging to serve Alma with the town’s best interests. It notes improvements to printing facilities, aims for further modernization, and support for the Republican party while avoiding political interference in town affairs. The editors state they are twenty one years old and will wear the straight Republican ticket.
The passage reflects on the Maine disaster and its impact on American sentiment and policy. It discusses resolutions to display government buildings at half-mast on February 15 and considers public memory, national pride, and the drift toward war under President McKinley. It notes ongoing debate over Spain’s responsibility and the resulting imperial stakes.
The village of Alpia faces a vacancy after Mr Sharnas resignation, sparking debate over appointing a new supervisor. Delavan is discussed as a possible candidate amid party split and concerns about treasurer nomination. Voters and Republicans weigh interests as weather and elections loom.
The Michiran Club announces a banquet in connection with the State Republican convention to be held in Dim Detratou, with notable speakers and a large turnout expected. Tickets are available for a round trip from the starting point on February 2 and 3, returning February 2. The event, tied to the party gathering, aims to boost morale and amplify participation across the Lower Peninsula.
An advertisement-like passage touts Downs Hlish as a quick grip cure within one to three days and promotes Master’s Motmlaky Hitters as a remedy to expel poisons from blood and strengthen nerves. It urges use before consumption worsens and asserts refunds through a merchant, Shakar and Mulbur Lanl.
The thirteenth annual Gratiot County Sunday School Association convention began with Wednesday afternoon and evening sessions. Rev H W Clongs Alma gave devotional, Dirk S Pettyjohn Alma welcomed, and Rev A W Simonds Breckenridge responded. Committees were appointed on homiletics resolutions enrollment and duties covered by Rev J A McGrealam St Louis Rev A W Becker Alma Mrs Blanchard Alma and others. Thursday sessions drew good attendance with talks on international work duties of the young and character building. The editor notes plans to publish a fuller report next week as press time prevents fuller coverage.
Detailing reduced fare offered by DG B W RR agent for all trains February valid and for morning trains February 22 with a single fare to Detroit and return good to February 24 41 in Gro DeHaves G PLA
A wounded soldier recalls how Mauser bullets behaved in combat. He notes bullets travel straight through but sometimes wander inside the body, causing unpredictable damage and even exiting near distant points. The account highlights how bullets struck men between belt and knee and the odd paths they followed.
The column notes aluminum leaf uses and advantages including printing, signage, radiators, and non tarnish properties. It also reports on a German Alsatian named Thorner seeking exemption from bearing arms, a London coal exchange token with inlaid woods, and contrasting shipwreck liability rules in English and French law.
England yields about ten dollars per acre in minerals, Scotland slightly less, and Wales over twenty dollars per acre. The note emphasizes Wales as the richest mineral region, with England moderate and Scotland trailing.
Careful estimates suggest three hours of close study wear the body more than a whole day of hard physical exertion. The text notes that voice production is taxing, and questions the idea that women face less strain.
A first person recollection outlines the 1863 Federal Navy passage of Port Hudson batteries by the Hartford and other ships under Admiral Farragut. The narrative captures the risky river approach, ordnance challenges, pilot Carrel’s steadiness, and the near grounding near a bend, with claims of minimal casualties and highlighting the broader strategic impact on the Mississippi and New Orleans.
An Indiana dry dock examination recalls a near miss when a shell struck the bow area four feet below the water line. The impact dented plating but left the ship tight and dry below decks. An officer described instinctive reactions as the blast rocked the vessel and water burst along the forward deck.
A fragment from a wartime diary describes a week with a South coast fort garrison. Details include a celebratory dinner led by sergeants and a proudly displayed boiled pudding pin, with humorous exchanges about food, flour sources, and military chores during a rough but bonding stay.
A Swiss note describes a curious watch design with a hinged lower jaw to reveal the dial via a spring mechanism. A fashion item mentions steel or aluminum inserts in collars to stiffen them before sewing. The text also notes a country with a religious rule and a Legion of Honor membership, plus brief remarks on hydrogen peroxide in drinks in Germany.
An old article describes a simple ventilation system for barns to ease animal suffering. The design hinges a wind vent at the top and uses side cuts to guide air flow. In summer the air is swifter and cooler, while winter use blocks drafts.
The fragment discusses handling animals with care and stresses avoiding aggressive behavior and improper treatment. It warns that temperamental animals may harm family members or strangers and emphasizes proper feeding and interaction to keep animals safe. It notes that powdered soaps and certain soups can be harmful if pigs are fed swill, citing the Cornell edition on alkali poisoning and advising against improper disposal of waste water in sewers.
The Grand Trunk Railway offers round trip excursion tickets from all Michigan stations to Detroit for the Michigan Club Annual meeting and banquet. Tickets good on February 2nd for all trains and on morning trains February 3rd, valid to return by February 9th. A cheap seasonal travel opportunity is urged for the public.
Customer refund offer from Bivins & Ropes Alma Michigan and Fre Hopsox Riverdale for Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar 50 cent bottle and a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfaction or money refunded. This historical ad promises refunds if the product fails to cure cough or cold and guarantees satisfaction with the smaller bottle.
By arrangement with Farm Journal publishers, a five year extension is offered to new subscribers paying one year ahead and to existing subscribers paying all back dues plus one year in advance. Premium Farm Journal access requires presenting at the captain's office, limited year subscriptions available. The Journal is described as solid and trustworthy.
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