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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1898
Page
4
The February receipts under the Dingley law average about a million dollars daily, with government expenditures around the same yearly total, suggesting a forthcoming treasury surplus. No word yet from silver advocates who toured Japan seeking arguments for the gold standard ahead of 1900.
Sound money advocates from different backgrounds plan cordial cooperation this fall to nominate and elect candidates aligned with their currency views as Populists Silverites and Democrats prepare to unite in the campaign for Members of Congress.
Last month bank clearings in 72 U S cities rose 4 percent from January 1807 and 50 percent from January 15 1805, according to national bank statistics touted as the best business indicator. The record contrasts with Democratic claims from the campaign era, which are now challenged by these figures.
More than a dozen countries protested in Washington against the Dingley bill but have since increased purchases from the United States. The Dingley law was enacted without heeding the protests, and data show higher exports to these countries in the five months ending December 31 compared with the same period under the Wilson law, totaling £42,247 or 48 percent more.
Washington observers say beet sugar makers overstate price cuts for beets after Hawaii annexation. They cite Republican support for beet sugar and argue influx of Hawaiian sugar remains unchanged by annexation. They contend farmers will not face lower beet prices and that pro annexation sentiment will prevail.
Washington officials view Germanys move to bar American fruits as hostile to US products. They cite no foundation for the claim of insects and warn of possible retaliation under current laws. The action parallels earlier meat restrictions and prompts renewed pressure for removal of trade barriers.
The incident linked to the Spanish minister De Lome has stirred global opinion and unsettled relations with Cuba and Spain. De Lome resigned upon learning of publication, Spain accepted the resignation, and investigations proceeded. President McKinley and Secretary Sherman are praised for swift handling, while Spain’s measured approach is noted as prudent. The event may improve international understanding despite mixed immediate effects.
Horace Burr Hulbert aged 67 died at home after a prolonged illness. Surviving sisters Mrs. L P Collins and Mrs. R Radford attended the funeral in Alma after his wife Mrs Hulbert was delayed by the trip from Los Angeles. Hulbert helped plat Alma and built a hotel and store complex east of the union depot, later running a store and hotel before retiring due to health. The Rev. Geo Barnes conducted services, with interment at Riverside cemetery.
Mrs Lyman Cohoon dies suddenly after weeks of ill health. Funeral at M E church at two pm with Rev M D Carrel officiating. Burial in Riverside cemetery. Birth of Nancy J Holmes on March 27 1840 in Wyandotte County Ohio. Eight children born, six living with Lyman Cohoon. Family mourns devoted wife and mother.
Alma mourns the ten year old Hubert Ewing son of Prof and Mrs J T Ewing after a measles relapse led to bowel inflammation and death. He was born in Wooster Ohio on October 24 1887 and lived in Alma with his parents. A Junior Endeavor member and pupil of Mrs Eagon at the Union School he was beloved by students and townspeople. Funeral from the family home at 3 pm with burial in Riverside cemetery. Community offers heartfelt sympathy to the sorrowing family.
Fragmentary notice lists several papers including Inter Ocean Tribune and Free Press. Mentions Recorp Koon Toledo Made 125 and veola items. content is garbled with unclear connections or dates.
Mre W. 8. Torek hosted a Wednesday dinner for her mother Mrs. Mary E. Ely turning 75. Eleven guests aged 5 to 7 attended, with a combined age of 71% years and an average age of 65 plus. Six guests have lived in Gratiot county over forty years, and the gathering marked the fourth anniversary of Mrs. Glover’s arrival in the county. Four generations were represented at dinner.
Recital of music in the college chapel directed by Prof Horst features works by Beethoven and other composers studied by Glasson's class. Free to parents and friends. program includes Moonlight Sonata and various chamber pieces. next Tuesday evening February 22 in the college chapel.
Uncalled for letters listed include T. J. Craft H. F Roiljia L NS Brewster Dwight Miller Haune and Kerumag. Inquiries should refer to incorrect spelling advertised letters. C. F. Brows, P. M.
An old advertisement touts Foley's Kidney Cure as reliable for kidney and bladder diseases. It promotes Dr J H McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm as a universal remedy for liver and urinary issues including dropsy diabetes and Bright's disease. A trial is urged with prices and a local seller listed.
Grain-O offers a coffee like drink that does not stimulate and is suitable for nervous persons young people and children. It nourishes cheers and feeds while looking and tasting like coffee. Made from pure grains it is recommended as a replacement for coffee and can be enjoyed at any time.
The text argues that the nation and other gold standard countries use large silver reserves alongside gold. It asserts no gold shortage exists as production rises and confidence maintains liquidity, ensuring ample gold for currency and other uses.
Peru ro[ws] Japan with plans to move to a solid gold basis, joining nations pursuing monetary standard shifts. If silver trends continue, proponents fear further loss of silver value by 1900, heightening calls for silver legislation and coordinated action by silverites.
An advertisement urges readers to send cents for a trial or ask a druggist for Ely's Dream Balm, claiming it cures catarrh. Oscar Ostrum of Chicago testifies that after a lifelong catarrh he found relief, with others also reporting good results from Ely's Cream Balm.
Shake in your shoes Allen's Foot-Ease relieves painful swollen feet and bunions instantly soothing hot, tired feet. It makes tight or new shoes feel easier and cures sweating and callouses. Sold by druggists and shoe stores with trial pack free or 25 cents by mail to Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
We guarantee Pour-C to give absolute satisfaction in grap asthma chronic bronchitis croup coughs and colds based on its advertised medical claims and consumer assurances from the period.
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