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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1903
Page
3
A compact survey from Alma Record style notes covers the Detroit area with references to railroads, notable deaths, political figures, and events. Items include Grant estate figures, Col. Fred Grant expander, a fatal Detroit streetcar crash tally, deaths of Bilas Farmer and Blas native Mrs. Mary Hartwell Catherwood, mining and railroad retirements, and comments on Bryan, Monroe doctrine, and 1908 political conventions.
The passage discusses clergymen and social aims, Milbaro's resignation as Senate chaplain, and prayer's role in sessions. It notes Senator Hale shaping Cuban reciprocity politics, Michigan sugar interests, and a Tampa era arbitration outcome with Venezuela, highlighting Roosevelt's role and United States diplomacy guiding the allies after naval actions.
Rev W K Spencer speaks Sunday morning on Go Forward at the Presbyterian church and in the evening on Whiter than Snow. Baptist evening program inaugurates a special service and sermon for young people. Episcopal Rev J H Erentaum praised last Sunday's address on The Bed Hath Come. Methodist plans a New Year sermon and church membership reception followed by The Rewards of the Overcomer. All welcome.
The Civil Service Commission reports 14 083 appointments in the year ending June 20 1902, a record 4692 more than any single year. Examinations will be held in March and April in Detroit Grand Rapids Lansing Manistee Marquette and Saginaw to fill posts, with free information available from the Columbian Correspondence College in Washington, D C. President Roosevelt supports merit system growth as appointments rise across offices.
A brief note on an early medicine claimed to be effective in emergencies for sprains bruises and pains. The remedy is Perry Davis Painkiller as a widely used cure. the text recalls its history and claimed global reach with a focus on its mercy and usefulness in accidents.
Three Christmas Day weddings described from a Michigan area: Charles Murphy wed Mabel Washburn with fifty eight guests at their home, Rev W K Spencer officiating, maid of honor Mrs Cumming and best man Philip Walker. The reception featured amilax and holly decorations and a large gift collection. The couple plan to relocate to Bar Rapids next month for Mr Murphy’s pharmacy studies.
The article describes waiter conduct and tipping norms emphasizing patience, pleasant demeanor, and proactive service. It advises against solicitating tips, suggests guests tip when deserved, and instructs waiters to avoid appearing needy while earning gratuities through attentive service.
An English visitor marvels at rapid skyscraper construction while a Westerner explains the process as if maize grows quickly. The cousin from overseas asks for more details as the Memphis Commercial Appeal notes the humorous compare-and-grow analogy.
Quote from Senator Sorabham on money and brains, noting public perception hinges on wealth. Washington source.
The Denver Post notes that Friday has long been the traditional day for pastors to write sermons for Sunday. It contrasts ancient spontaneous preaching with later practice, citing Henry Ward Beecher who humorously defends his Sunday morning preparation and compares a sermon to serving cake hot or cold.
A Washington Post anecdote centers on a man famed for a vast autograph collection. Critics doubt a single handwriting and brandish conspiratorial hints. A rare Chaucer edition vanishes at a party, only to reappear with a playful inscription to Jack from Geof.
A fragment from a periodical recounts Horne Tooke’s sharp repartee in dueling-like debates, his strangest quips about landowners voting and distinguishing a king from a knave, and a joke about gravity and levity with a brother. The tale contrasts wit with a later note on a colossal Japanese crab.
A capital hotel system operates in parts of Norway where villages lack hotels. Prominent locals are licensed by the government to provide housing for at least four travelers, with optional higher capacity. Accommodations and food are described as excellent and rates moderate.
Editor and Mr Dolan trade hay for six years of subscription in a short frontier style exchange. The editor jokes that the horse and goat will not eat the paper while the pubic back and forth reveals a satirical backcountry tone.
An elderly caregiver recounts relief from itchiness and eczema after using Dean's Ointment, bought at Bivins & Rhodes. The testimonial claims dramatic night relief and permanent improvement, with endorsements from Mrs. Tinney of a boarding house near the Sugar Factory. Also mentions price and distributor Foster Milborn Co of Buffalo NY.
Briggs accuses employer of promising a raise last week and receiving it after a difficult struggle. The employer acknowledges the raise and admits it was hard to execute during the week.
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