Lincoln Memorial meeting at Alma selects officers
The Gratiot County Lincoln Memorial association held its annual meeting at the Colonial theatre in St. Louis. H J Winchell was elected president, John Greig secretary treasurer from Alma, and Alma chosen as next meeting site. Speakers Professor J Mitchell of Alma College and Mr Miller of Elwell reviewed Lincoln's intellect and policies, praising his constitutional leadership and lasting influence. Dr Hallenback of St Louis tied Lincoln’s enduring spirit to progress and peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gratiot
Lincoln Memorial
Colonial Theatre
St. Louis
J. ©. Mitchell
Alma College
Lincoln
Macehell
Mr. Miller
Elwell
Kentucky
Indania
Illinois
National Congress
Miller
Hallenback
St Louis
Association
Alwa
HH. J. Winebel
John Greig
Alma i
Indiana
Mng
Eualnet Douglas
Webster
Gettveburn
Berne Perbany
Nena
Delavan Toastmaster Class Banquet Honors Growth of Sunday School
Sixteen Methodist Episcopal Sunday school members gathered at Merrill Stuckey’s home on Grant Avenue for an annual class banquet. Led by Mrs. Ezra L. Smith, the group heard toasts and speeches praising the class’s rise from five to eighteen members. The event included a four course menu and fellowship, with remarks on patriotism, personal achievements, and the link between church and Sunday school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Sunday School
Merrill Stackey
Grant Avenue
Ezra L. Smith
Mr. Sturkey
Rey, Doty
Etta
Margaret Stuckey
Marjorie Delavan
Ruth Smith
Carlyn Delavan
Mra
E LeSmith
Frank ©. Parker
Frank
Paul Morgan
Ira Nelson
Saginaw
Karl Adams
Rev. Doty
Fenton Fishbeck
C.H. Washtors
Floyd V. Rix
Ann Arbor
Lincoln
Fural Race
Walter McMurphy
Orville Clark
Chas Hooper
Floyd Smith
Phi Phi Alpha Banquet Toasts Lincoln Theme at Church Parlor
The Phi Phi Alpha Literary Society of the college held its annual banner banquet Friday night in the Presbyterian church parlors. Louis E. Anderson served as toastmaster while members and guests toasted Lincoln with varied remarks. Attendees included Ralph Yonker, Frank Locker, Joy Pettitt, and other society and alumni representatives. The event featured a Japanesedesign place card display and a Lincoln centric program, ending as a high success.
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The
Phi Phi Alpha Literary Society
Presbyterian Church
Louis E. Anderson
Andereson
Omega
Lincoln
Ralph L. Yonker
Earth Hewitt
Philiamathean Literary Sociey
Frank H. Locker
Lincoln the Statesman
Frank Hurst
Qane McKinney
Froebel Society
Ass Chase
Heart of Lincoln
Joy Pettitt
Phi Alpha Pi Society of
Olivet
Adelbert Lindley
Deal and
Clark Hall
Ralph von Thorn
Frank Locker
E B. MacDonald
Auburn Seminrary
February Clearing Sale announced by Simon Messinger
Simon Messinger, Alma merchant, advertises a February clearing sale to start Saturday February 10th and run for ten days. The notice urges citizens to expect many bargains and directs readers to The Record of February WW for prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon Messinger
Mr. Messinger
Alma
Alma Girls and Owosso Boys Win at College Gymnasium
High school basketball doubleheader produced Alma girls 22 to 14 over Lakeview and Alma boys 43 to a tone over Owosso. Mabel Wyant led Alma girls with Georgia Call for Lakeview, first half tied 10 to 10. Jess starred for Alma boys. Owosso failed to keep pace as Alma pulled away in second half.
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College Gynassium
Alma Girls
Lakeview
Owoeso
Mabel Wyant
Alma
Georgia
Cook
Miss Smith
Oworso
Owosso
Jess
Alina
Wood
Montizel
Flontly
Owokso
Krese
Hood
Mrs Gaffney to open new millinery shop in central Michigan
Mrs Sylvia Gaffney owner of the Superior street millinery closes stock at her current shop to fund a move to the Brewbaker block on State Street. A removal sale begins the latter part of the week with carpenters plasterers and decorators preparing the former vaudeville space into a new millinery shop expected to rival any in central Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvia Gaffney
Superior Street
Wordworth Avenue
State Street
Brewbaker
Michigan
Gaitney
Superior Stree
Mra Gaffney
Alma
Star
Therewbaker
Gaffney Canedia
Auction Sale at Peter Walters Farm Near Alma
Peter Walter schedules an auction at his Alma area farm, eight and a half miles south of town. The sale begins at noon with D Parks as auctioneer. A full stock catalog is advertised in the issue. Remember the date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Lake
Pine River Township
J. D. Helman
Peter Walter
Alma
D Parks
Boomerang Prank Triggers Alma Street Scare
A local Alma man staged a grotesque prank on his wife by simulating fatal injuries with red paint and stage violence at home. The ruse caused terror across the downtown area as neighbors and bystanders rushed to aid, ending with a warning about the dangers of practical jokes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Bie
Down Town
Burg
Cautious statements from owner on brief tenancy affair
The block owner said he knew little of the affair and relied on hearsay. He had forgotten the man’s name and noted they were tenants only a short time. He thought they had married last summer but knew nothing further about them.
Genuine Surprise Honors McNamara Farewell Party
On Friday evening February 1 a pleasant surprise gathered about 75 friends in Sumner township for Mr and Mrs James McNamara who sold their farm and plan to move near Mt Pleasant Isabella county. A program of games and refreshments followed remarks by EB Molter who presented silverware tokens to the couple as marks of friendship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James McNamwara
Sumner Township
Mt Pleasant
Isabella County
A. Molter
McNawara
Alma College trustees hold February session in administration building
Alma College board of trustees met in room 18 of the administration building for the semi annual session. James R. Wylie was elected president and other officers named. Tuition and incidentals for college and academy were adjusted, with detailed changes for each department. Several routine financial matters were acted on and trustees listed with their cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trustees
Alma College
James Ro Wylie
Grand Rapids
James Barkley
D. D
Detroit
Willis I. Knowlwn
Saginaw
A. P. Cook
Miss Mary
Riddy
Miss Eddy
University of Chicago
Academy
Collee
Art Abohoo
Inci
D Chatfield
Bay City
David Howell
Lansing
Tracy
Sturgis
James R. Wynie
Leonard Laurense
Willis T. Knowlton
James M. Barkley DD
Edgar A. Bagley
L. A. Sharp
Alma
John F. Seeley
Caro
Anti
Fine Prospects in Athletics at College
After classification, second semester attendance at the college is strong, with about 250 students enrolled. Many short course students remain for regular college work, boosting track and baseball prospects. Old stars like McComb return for track, with new athletes including Chatel, Cook, and Gage aiming for varsity status. The baseball lineup includes Whitlock, Javeos, Brilmyer, Burke, and others. schedule lists games against Kalamazoo, Michigan, Adrian, Albion, Hillsdale, Olivet, and a Kalamazoo intercollegiate meet in Kalamazoo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shin
McComb
Michuzan
Keonfen
Jeg Chatel
Cook
Minsar
Anderson
Falgerton
King
Wilson
Gage
Sandy Duncanson
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor
Ypsilanti
Ith
Adrian
Alma
M. A
Albion
Whillydale
Hillsdale
M. A.C
Lanning
Olivet
Kalamazoo
Jane Lith
Alamoi
Postal Card Shower for Rural Carrier Chet Walker
Chet Walker, rural mail carrier on Route FP D No 4 out of Alma, won a postal card shower last Monday. Sixty two cards were received that day with others arriving belatedly on Tuesday and Wednesday. He has quickly become popular with route patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chet Walker
Alma
Chet
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Mitel Tall
H. J. Winchell
Lincoln Memorial Association
M. E. Sunday School
C. C. Delavan
Veal
Fintlen
Messinger
Phi Phi Alpha Litterary Society
L. E. Anderson
Timbates
Big Goods Emporium
East Superior Street
Ganges Loganc
Sylvia Gaffney Prchases
State Street Store
Messrs Parr & Erwin
Wright House
J.D. Holman
St Tags
Valentine Post
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