Gratiot County Court Calendar Reveals Narrow Criminal Docket
The Gratiot county court calendar shows one murder case and four other criminal matters among few crimes, with cases including People v. Mertens burglar and People v. Adams for murder and local option violation. The docket also lists numerous civil actions such as assumpsit, trespass, and chancery, plus several divorces and one wife desertion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gratiot
Joseph Mertens
Warren Cameron
Charles Adams
Ford Profit Sharing Plan Becomes Permanent At Detroit
Henry Ford expands the 10 million profit sharing program nationwide as a permanent plan at Detroit factories. Thousands of workers benefit and welfare inspectors monitor homes. part of wages are saved or invested for security, with disciplined reemployment for those who fail to save.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ford
Detroit
Letter From the War Country News Note
Simon Messenger received a letter from Vienna dated December 7 and received January 9. It was opened by censors and mailed through wartime channels. The writer, a cousin, notes business in Vienna remains steady with prices similar, though luxuries have risen.
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Simon Messenger
Vienna
Austria
Messenger
Red Cross
Brackett to Move Belding Shoe Stock Enlarged
J H E Brackett, longtime Superior Street shoe merchant, sells stock to C E B Brackett of Alma. Brackett plans to move to Belding, expand inventory to include shoes and rubbers for all ages, bringing more stock from Alma. The Banner promises a full page notice of offerings and future plans.
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Jh E. Brackett
Superior Street
Belding
Guy EB. Alexander
Hig
C. Eb, Brackett
Alma
Dtate
Lansing
Jackoon
Middleton
Mr. Brackett Naa
Siria
Escandha
Lateing
Boston
Massachusette
Mr. Brackett
Wright Opera House Presents The Cat and the Piddle at Alma
Adams at the Wright Opera House staged a top tier musical comedy in Alma last Wednesday evening. A 25 member company performed Mother Goose Baby Dolls Little Riding Hood and other pieces with new music and lively rhymes. Edward Gilmore led the cast with a strong troupe delivering scenic effects and comedic charm for a large audience.
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Adams
Wright ‘Opera House
Alma
Dad & Pretty
Ninetown
Edward Gilmore
New Principal Takes Charge at Alma High School
Toward Killian of Allegan will assume duties as principal of Alma High School on Monday January 25. He succeeds R A Collins who resigns to join the Cleveland Eastern Technical School staff. Killian, a University of Michigan graduate, has led several schools including Medford Oregon and Leadville Colorado before heading Allegan’s high school.
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Killian
Allegan
Alma
R. A. Collins
Cleveland Eastern Technical School
Cleveland
Ohio
University of Michigan
Fle
Medford
Oregon
Lead Iile
Colorado
Ajleran High School
Michigan
Smith Leases Bennet's Store to Run Two Bakeries
C H Smith, famed Alma baker, has purchased F A Bennetts store at 207 Superior Street and will operate both that location and his existing shop at 118 West Superior. He previously ran Gray and Gray and then occupied 116 West Superior, expanding due to demand. The two bakeries will be run separately with new equipment and a focus on cleanliness and quality. Bennet has housed a bakery in Alma for ten years and remains a well known local figure. Smith is active in local lodges and church life.
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C.H. Smith
Superior Street
F. A. Bennett
West Superior
Mr. Smith
Alma
Reed City
Gray and Gray
West Superior Street
Ovation
F. A. Benett
Teen
Smith's Bakery
Willow
Smith
Grand Rapids
C. H L. Smith
Fire Dames' Lodges
Knights of Pythias
First Presbyterian Church
Eighth grade promotion set for Friday at grammar school
Fourteen students complete grammar school. the annual eighth grade promotion will be held Friday January twenty second at two o'clock. Hiram Moore of Alma State Bank will address the class, inviting friends to attend. Names listed as entering high school include Lester Alden Albert Atkinson Olen Smith Elwin Follette Howard Walker Francis Mitchell Hazel Snyder Mildred Dayton Marjorie MacCurdy Kathleen Howley Mildred Sweet Ruth Stevens Jennie Gullick.
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Hiram, Moore
Alma State Bank
Lester Alden
Albert Atkinson
Olen Smith
Elwin Follette
Howard Walker
Francis Mitchell
Hazel Snyder
Mildred Dayton
Marjorie MacCurdy
Kathleen Howley
Mildred Sweet
Ruth Stevens
Jennie Gullick
W R C Installs Officers In Vaudette Hall
The annual installation of W R C officers occurred Wednesday January 13 in Vaudette hall. Officers installed include President Mrs Pardee Vice President Mrs Lewis Secretary Mrs Stuble and others with Conductor Mrs Davis Assistant Conductor Mrs Swartout Guard Mrs Rule Assistant Guard Mrs Rowley Patriotic Instructor Mrs Taylor Color Bearers Mrs Sharp Mrs Robinson Mrs Rawlin and Mrs Carmer Press Correspondent Mrs Titus Musician Mrs Allen. An oyster supper followed for veterans families and members.
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Vaudette Hall
Pardee
V. Ja. Lewis
Stuble
Lyons
Walker
Davis
Swartout
Qquard
Rule
Rowley
Mysa. Taylor
Sharp
Robinson
Rawlin
Carmer
Titus
Allen
Hale Anon Reader: Reed Miss Hutchinson to Perform Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
The Ladies' Aid of the Methodist church announces Miss M. C. Hutchinson a renowned reader and actress will appear Monday evening February 1 at the church. A Columbia School of Fashion graduating alumna and longtime Chautauqua performer, she has interpreted works like What Every Woman Knows and The Passing of the Third Floor Back. A clipped Ohio paper praises her vivacity and vivid diary readings, noting her skill with character roles and dramatic presence.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Mise M.C. Hutchinson
Rebecca
Sunnybrook Farm
Mise Hutchinson
Columbia School of
Ohio
Jane
Mies Hutchin
Mir College
ITHACA MAN ADMITS GUILT IN STORE ROBBERY CASE
Willan Rossling a former horse jockey was arrested on complicity in the robbery of Henry McCormick's store late Saturday night. He mentored several boys in theft and petty larceny, guiding two youths to break in after hours and hide behind an oil tank. About forty dollars were obtained. Rossling confessed after Monday morning arrest.
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Willan Rossling
Mun¢iay
Tihwea
Henry McCormick
Rosling
McCormack
Onion Telephone Co Offers Upgraded Service To Subscribers
Notice from Onion Telephone Co states improved and up to date equipment is available for sulfermen and other subscribers. They promise efficient wet vide service and prompt attention to inquiries, inviting readers to call or visit the journal office for installation.
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Journal
Onion Telephone CO
Goggin Office Fire Leaves Charred Site Rebooted
Charls Goggin now operating from new offices after a recent blaze damaged his former premises. He is in good condition and ready to attend to all client business as the transition unfolds.
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Oemr Goggin
Dg Kress
College musical course set for Friday evening
The fourth annual college musical concert will be given Friday evening January 2 at the college chapel. The program includes a cantata by Kenne Veatch, a baritone solo by Roddy Byers, and a selection by Dr. F. A. Gill. Gill's offices were destroyed by the recent fire and are now located over the Economy Shoe Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gwen
Kense
Roddyl Byers
F. A. Gill de
PLA. Gill
First State Bank of Alma Increases Capital to 50000
At the annual stockholders meeting on January 12 1916 the First State Bank of Alma voted to raise capital from 30000 to 50000 with new stock priced at 226 per share aimed at influential local investors. The bank’s resources total 550000 with undivided profits around 2500 and a strong demand for the new stock among local investors.
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First State Bank of
Alma
Ward
Meantis Ky
Carl H. Wilburn
J. &. Cywerteet
Arles O. Ward
G. S. Ward
Francis Ring
C. Ward
L. A. Shary
BM Smith
Washburn
Rhodes
Wasky
Superme Street
G. W Wright
Duseph Sartor
Merchants Building Company
Bank
W. 3. Turck & Co
Flrst State Bank
January Jury Drawn for Alma Court Terms
The January term jurors for Alma have been listed with numerous names including William Butler Georgie Brown and Leland Crum. The roster spans wards and neighboring cities such as St Louis Newark Ithaca and Elmira with several residents from Alma and North Star. Mr and Mrs M Lake of Ithaca visited Alma last Tuesday.
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Fusht Eitheen
Alma
Butler
William
Poe Tehiaen
Brown
Georgie
Ardward
Boyles
E. M. Ithwari
St. Louis
Hiddinger
Goo
Hamilton
North Star
Heat
Willis
Trhnes
That
Crum
Leland
Wheeler
Breckenridge
Campbell
James
Telwart
Alm
Daniel
Falton
Theca
Mickinson
Vinous
Seville
Shepherd
Flummed
Lafayette
Merrill
Howes
St. Lows
Tart
Sid
Isham
Has
Nerti Shae
Middleton
Farley
Washington
Pompeii
Kennett
Arthur Hamilton
Ashley
Kiowelton
R. J. Newark
Ithaca
Lott
Frank
North Stour
Marzoli
Samuel
Emerson
Thaca
Mater
Peter
2Nd Ward
Altra
McCoy
Emeraton
4Th Ward
Miller
Myron
Summer
McLean
Bethany
Furman
C. ML
Pine 2 Alive
Peterwell
Elba
Mra. M. Lake
Arcada Farmers Club January Meeting at Hainlines
The Arcada Farmers' Club will meet January 28 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Hainline, one mile south and half mile west of Alma. Bring folding tables and Pentecostal hymn books. Program includes songs, readings, prayers, and a question box with several listed participants.
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Arcada Farmers’ Club
C. F. Hainline
Alma
Lori
Hainline
Roll Call
Reading
J. W. Priest
Lew Trish
H.C. Smith
E. H. Weexe
Louise Hainline
Harry Walston
Question Box
Pentecostal
A. E. Miller
Gi. Lrish
B. F. Cline
G. Peek
Michigan Live Stock Breeders Meet in Lansing
A meeting of the Michigan Live Stock Breeders and Peeders Association was held in Lansing in January. Farmers discussed measures for the new legislature to promote the state sheep breeding industry and livestock stations. Officers elected were President Comfort A. Tyler of Coldwater and Secretary-Librarian Willem HL Schantz of Hastings. The association will focus on promoting sheep breeding within Michigan.
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Michigan Live Stock Breeders and Peeders’ Association
Lansing
Ford
A. Tyler
Coldwater
Seerg
lary-Livawirer
Willem HL. Schantz
Hastie
Alvarado Players to Appear at Wright Opera House
Alma theatergoers will be pleased as the Alvarado Players present a week long engagement at Wright Opera House. Arthur Bleckalier leads a strong cast praised for skill and versatility in a dramatic program that opens Monday evening with the Ladies company. Tickets are available for the run.
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Alma Theater Poors
Alvarado Playure
Wright Opers House
Previately
Burg
Wetire
Titav
Tyr & Sery
Stoek
Oso
Modern building to be erected on Superior street plan
Henry Rockwell recently purchased the Raven Heuwvo property on Weet Superior street. G B Porter and A Law king plan to replace it March 1 with a modern two story brick block possibly three stories. First floor corner space to be retail with offices above. lot measures 26% feet on Superior and 132 feet deep.
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Henry Rockwell
Raven Heuwvo
Weet Superior Street
Odeu
G. B. Porter
A. Lawking
Piane
Atraetore
Superior Street
Dr Gardner Opens Office Above Francis King Block
Due to the Pollasky Block fire Dr C B Gardner has moved his practice to offices above Francis King on State Street. He will continue seeing patients at the new location.
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C. B. Gardner
Pollasky Block
Gardner
Francis King
State Street
Central Michigan Poultry Show slated January 25 to 29
The Central Michigan Poultry Exhibit in Alma opens January 25 with many birds entered. The new Studebaker showroom hosts the show as officers plan a premier event, inviting exhibitors from within and beyond the state. Premiums reward top entries with cash prizes and ribbons, including blue and red awards. Officials include President M. H. Wells and Secretary-Treasurer L. Wright, with Frank Bayi as superintendent.
Alma Churches Unite for March Evangelistic Campaign
The churches of Alma plan a united evangelistic campaign starting in March. Rev Edward P Loose of Waukesha Wisconsin and Professor Halt Dor Lillenas are invited to teach and direct singing. Local churches urge the entire community to prepare for what they call the city’s most significant religious movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Edward P. Louse
Wankeshaw
Wisconsin
Haltdor Lillenas
Loose
Daily Press
Springfield
Lisbon
STATE SPORTSMEN S SHOW IN LANSING JANUARY 27
The annual convention of the Michigan Sportsmen's association will be held at Lansing January 27. Exhibits depict all types of animal life in Michigan with five mounted game animals and birds. The Michigan fish commission will host a notable exhibit with twelve large tanks showing state fish in their natural elements. Renowned game authorities will deliver addresses during the exhibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan Sportsmen's Association
Lansing
Michigan
Michigan Fish Commission
Alma College to Meet Kalamazoo Normal in Historic First
Alma College basketball faces Kalamazoo Normal in a Friday game at the High School hall. It marks the first athletic contest ever arranged between the two colleges, showcasing a new local rivalry.
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Alma College
Kalamazoo
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Ann Arbor Railroad
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Ann Thompson
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Ellen Cornell
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Homer R. Hartman
Elmer N. Hifner
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Andrew Thum
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Sugar Cove
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Morrison
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M. E. Church
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Alvarado
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Central Michigan Poultry
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