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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
4
The Alma Record lists subscription prices and advertising rates. It notes one year for 1.60 and six month and three month options. Advertising policy covers church lodge socials and entertainment with per word pricing for obituary notices and cards of thanks. The paper is a second class matter in Alma Michigan.
The Lansing State Journal advocates Hon. J E Kelley for the U S Senate. It notes Kelley’s rising power in the House and discusses potential rivals Governors Osborn Warner and Ferris, predicting Osborn would likely be the nominee in a three way race and that Kelley could unite factions if given a clear field.
The local draft board warns registrants that classification is used only for dependency and physical condition. Agricultural or industrial claims go to the district board in Lansing for decision, not the central local board. When multiple claims exist, the district board must paste up the industrial or agricultural findings.
Alma Lyceum ticket holders are informed the second drawing for meats at Brunner's drug store runs Monday through Wednesday. Drawings cover the last three numbers Zedeler Chief Caupolican Col in. stubs needed for reserved seats, ten cents each. The Zedeler Quintette performs January 24, 1918, with community singing from 8:00 to 8:20 p.m.
Dr Minakuchi a famed Japanese orator spoke at Alma Lyceum Course arguing there is no Japanese Question and urging friendly ties with the United States He dismissed war over the Philippine Islands as implausible noting Japan lacks motive and means He urged closer analysis of diplomacy and promoted Christian unity under the Prince of Peace.
Proceedings in a murder hearing adjourned as witnesses faced delays. Beatrice Epler’s death and the strangulation theory were argued as Eichorn and Brennan were bound over to circuit court without bail for first degree murder. Witnesses included Mrs. Johnson and Gertie Gilson. coroner’s testimony supported strangulation.
In Gratiot county Governor Sleeper named a preparedness board. Francis King of Alma was the first name on the list. The sale chairman Frank L. Conins of Ithaca and attorney John T. Mathews of Ithaca joined as two other active members of the committee alongside King.
The local W R C installs officers for the year with Emma Struble as President and Sarah Taylor as Senior vice president Morrella Hawley as junior vice president Ella Lyons as Chaplain Ellen Pardee as Secretary Martha Walkes as Treasurer Hattie Davis as Conductor Kate Swarthout as Ass’t Conductor Nora Shaver as Guard Mary Wolfe as Ass’t Guard Georgina Irish as Patriotic Instructor Glady Gray as Correspondent Mary Dick as Musician Bell Lake as Ass’t Musician Alice Carmer Robinson Mary Rule Adalioue Carmer as Color bearers
The Methodist Episcopal church men elected officers for the year at the January 14 meeting held at the parsonage. Dr. F C Thornburgh was named president, Dr. Wall D Smith vice president, Chas E Pettyjohn secretary, and Br H L Campbell treasurer. A representation of men attended and plans were laid for community service. Light refreshments followed and all said the evening was profitable and enjoyable, with a pledge to serve the Kingdom.
Main Station dated January 15 1918 announces suspension of wartime policy barring married men from enlistment. Under War Department orders 159 1917 and Pay 1000 A R paragraphs, married men may be accepted and enlisted without a certificate from their wife. Capt H M Fates U S Army adjutant announces the change.
An open competitive civil service examination will be held in Alma Michigan on February 9 1918 for the position of clerk carrier. Steady positions are opened frequently. Applicants should secure blanks and file at once. See the local secretary of the Civil Service Board at the money order window of the post office. W M Stuckey secretary.
Washington Jan 9 118 Army Recruiting Officer Grand Rapids Michigan seeks about seven thousand specialists for Aviation Section Signal Corps including enginemen machinists sheet metal workers cabinet makers painters wheelwrights cooks and more Eligible applicants are to be sent via department labor representatives who have agreed to cooperate after enlistment. Reveal to Camp Hancock Georgia without delay.
Local readers from Macon Chillicothe and Oval endorse Chamberlains Cough Remedy for quick cough relief. Comments claim it cures settled chest colds and cannot be bent for coughs and colds. Also recommended Chamberlains Tablets to aid digestion and relieve constipation with gentle bowel movement.
Three pianos with unpaid balances offered for sale to responsible buyers in Alma. Instruments guaranteed and available on easy terms. For details contact Cable Plane Company in Saginaw Michigan. Also notice of city tax collection at Montigel Implement Store near City Hall by City Treasurer Montigel. The newest Pathe serial The Hidden Hand to be shown soon.
Reliable late news shows Gratiot County total membership 826 with 2140 new adult members and 249 junior members. Alma reports 806, while Detroit headquarters notes a 5500 quota for new and renewals and urges renewals from old members to align chapters with calendar years, stressing the small amount and achievable goal.
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