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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1911
Page
7
An offer of a 600 page veterinary guide from Humphreys covering treatment and care for horses cattle sheep dogs hogs and poultry. Includes a stable chart to hang up and free mail delivery of the book.
A corps of skaters is attached to the Norwegian army, chosen for health and marksmanship as well as endurance to cover long distances on rugged terrain. They can move rapidly over snow and mountains, comparable to trained cavalry, with a recent feat of 190 miles in mountainous country cited.
Senator Nelson W Aldrich of Rhode Island under went a slight operation in New York for growth on the right hand and will leave the hospital soon. William Resor a stove maker died in Cincinnati at seventy three. Captain Robt Peary the arctic explorer promised to furnish proofs for his north pole claim after months of refusals. Felix Swope of Midway Kentucky nephew of the late Colonel Swope of Kansas City reportedly received 60000 in settlement of a dispute over his uncle’s estate. Baron von Zedwitz and Elizabeth Caldwell of Louisville Kentucky died December 16 at Frankfort on the Mass. Charles H Markham of Gulf Refining elected president of the Illinois Central Halhead Company succeeding James T Harahan. Buck Nein Parka vice admiral of the Ottoman navy retired to America for a vacation.
A four hour blaze at Morris & Co beef house in the stockyards left 24 dead and many missing as crews recovered bodies. Separately a Philadelphia blaze killed 14 and a man named John Karnego claimed he set that fire.
A long list of brief notes from Michigan and nearby states covers diverse topics. It mentions the death of Luke Johnson a Caseville legislator and Civil War veteran. James Lightbody gaining citizenship after resigning as alderman. Charlee Smith and embezzlement case progress. a Pere Marquette train accident injuring Lewla Rath and sparing the horse. Wood discussing a Michigan geography volume. a bootlegging case in Kalamazoo. a Hillman slaying trial and accessory allegations involving Mrs Pope. Bay City businessmen opposing marketing plans. a limb-walker spared from harm after a train pass. a legal challenge to state office moves to Oklahoma City. identifications in a Mourello home crime. Oklahoma sheriff pursuing a stolen item from the 101 ranch. Senator Rosenkranz on Grand Trunk strike costs. 1910 salmon pack outputs total 3.69 million cases with $19 million value. Au Sable Electric seeks $450,000 bonds for a power line. and a Los Angeles murder trial involving J Howard Green with presumed acquittal under an unwritten law.
North Arcada residents report weekend calls and gatherings across Alma, West Arcada, New Haven and nearby towns. Visitors include Clarence Clark and Mrs Clark hosting in Alma, Pearl Bowers from Flint visiting sister Pearl Gilkins, and Florence and Lala Reefer visiting Aunt Mrs Byrd Clark in East Arcada. New Year’s Day social rounds feature multiple families from Alma, New Haven and St Louis, with several trips to Waldorf area and Grand Rapids for studies and music.
Wm Adams owns a new Orse. Helen and Willie Wright of Carson City visited here last week. School began Monday in the Wright district after a one week vacation. Dudley Hoyt and wife moved back on their farm. Madge Johnson of Alma visited recently. Mrs. Jim Basore of Lansing visits her mother Mrs. S. Adams and relatives. Matt Lonty and wife are visiting friends in St Johns.
Mrs Henry Kallenback spent Christmas Eve with Mr and Mrs Nathan Udell. Mrs Chas Finch visits sister Mrs Chas Hugget of St Louis where her baby boy fell ill. Mrs J C Wheeler is quite low. Pearl Hazelton and Clarence Miner of Saginaw visited the Hazeltons last week. A Pedro party was held at Mr and Mrs Rockefellows last Friday. A good time was had by all. Mrs CO Gerber held a family reunion on New Years day.
A Genesee resident Henry Guernsey was arrested and fined for possessing skunks out of season. The piece notes New York authorities cracking down on skunk ownership despite neighbor complaints and the public’s cautious stance toward keeping wildlife.
An advertisement touts Parisian Sage as a hair grower and scalp cleaner. It claims to stop hair loss and itching, rejuvenate dull hair, and offers a money back guarantee if roots are alive. The large bottle sells for 50 cents with testimonials from Mrs. H. E. Paulton in Lynchburg Virginia dated June 6, 1910.
Numerous residents from Alma Maple Rapids Elm Hall and surrounding areas visit relatives and attend events during the week. Attendees include Murl Bogart Bert Mangus Flossie Slater Livnie Slater Jeanette Pease Cyril Miller Obie Binir Carl Binir and Henry Fowler with families in Denver. A Christmas gift lamp is given to Mrs Lydia Avey by her Sunday school class. several trips to Carson City Edmore and Breckenridge are noted along with church activities and greetings for New Year celebrations.
Probate Court of Nation County Michigan orders hearing on December 9 for administration of William Leavan decedent's estate. Granddaughter Javanalder petitions to grant administration to Clarence E Sadler or other suitable person and notices are to be published in the Alma Records three weeks prior to the hearing.
A Fayetteville North Carolina reader credits Dr Kings New Discovery with curing severe coughs and consumption. The letter touts its effectiveness for bronchial trouble, whooping cough, and related ailments. Trial bottle free with priced options and local guarantees.
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