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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1905
Page
4
A fragmentary tale follows Hafiz and Mizik at a grand Tiflis fair. Russian police pressure and a plot to procure a princess from Bokhara unfold amid bazaars, courtiers, and conspiratorial talk of delivering a bride by ship under covert leadership. Honor and danger intertwine as factions plot to steal away a sacred wife.
The article notes ongoing revival meetings at Rathbone with strong attendance as Miss Resi Hatitall teaches and Eller Watson leads, describing positive reception and active participation in the sessions. It mentions central Lafayette, local churches, and related community religious activities.
The Arcada District No 8 reports sleighing outings and a large Ladies Aid supper at Mrs Roberts with Mr and Mrs Roberts praised as hosts. Socials include a Thursday night party, notices of a Ladies Mid Society meeting and various local visits, funerals, and condolences to the Waterman family after a daughter’s death.
Mr and Mrs Byers visited Fred Bebow and family last Sunday. Joe Bebow and wife returned from Fremont Ohio where they stayed with friends. BK Wagner travels from Stywart arm to the half way siding this week. Numerous sleigh trips by young people occurred this week. A McCall was in St Louis on business Monday. John Hetan called on Orla Wagner Sunday afternoon. Sophr a Nersham went to Melting int Monday for work. Mrs Mefotere called on Meet Wag wer ene dig List last week but Vsiday.
Local notes report Marion Fisher visiting relatives in Alma and a festive weekend with Mrs Pot Hillinger for her sixty fifth birthday. The Fifth Grade at Alma Public Schools welcomed Harry Tofft. Pioneer Grange No 461 held a meeting with a February program including recitation and questions. Several residents, including Lena Wiley, Chas Tans, and families, visited kin and assisted with wood cutting and social gatherings.
Ma Eyes visits friends at Mr Pleasant. Jim Fleming and family of Elwell visit Mrs Eliza Fleming. Maud Sullivan of Alma high school hosted her class. A well attended dance at Ed Huag's. A missionary sleigh party attended revival at Pree Methodist church. Molly Wright from Shepheard visited. Mr Flewelling bought the tenantry house from WoC. Cherel Ethel Dellinue is on the estek Let Birt Misys retirement for Mt Plan. Edna Venter hosted eighth Brads. Pine school teachers and pupils visited Weight school Friday afternoon.
Mr Edwin Haske returns home in Fairgrove after a month with relatives. Otto Anschutz visits Pontine with parents. Mrs Phil Hall travels to Breckenridge for her father’s illness. Miss Clara Johnson spends a week at Forest View farm. Walter Anschutz back from Rathbone after a week’s visit. Mrs John Herbage returns from Delford after her sister’s funeral. Mr and Mrs Albert Buslick host a pleasant surprise gathering with dancing. Crowd reached 2 o'clock Friday morning. Charley John and Frank Glinka visit Langport via Sraley. Mrs Albert Searles returns to Laketon after attending her mother’s funeral in Deb fore. Dance at Mayer’s ends with guests leaving late.
Several locals reported illness and a social event at Tule sell house. Eugene Milligan visited Saginaw while Miss Lat Milligan attended district No 1 and Breckenridge schools. Harold Milligan is very ill with phenomonia.
A veteran trainer warns that no one truly understands wild animals and that many cat kinds become uncontrollable as they age. The piece notes that once a big cat turns, it rarely returns to obedience and faces confinement or danger in performance settings, underscoring the peril in dealing with unpredictable beasts.
Ernest Ingersoll notes in Harper's Magazine that night birds such as chuck-will's-widow whippoorwill and owls utter loud cries and calls all night while day birds like the nightingale sing briefly in darkness. The piece contrasts nocturnal vocalizations across shore and inland habitats.
A fragment from Saturday Evening Post discusses youth health and beauty aims. It emphasizes striving for peaceful attraction and perfect health through disciplined routines, diet, and general wellness. The piece frames health as a reward of right living and suggests a practical guide for readers.
In William Knight's Retrospects from Un St Andrews there lies an anecdote from Dr Maclagen who cared for Thomas Carlyle in his final years. He recalls Carlyle as exceptionally courteous, never failing to greet him at the door and escort him out when able. After death Carlyle’s rugged lines softened, his face pale as a delicately molded woman’s bearded likeness.
A short caution urges keeping the back well covered to prevent catching cold. Do not lean with the back exposed to drafts or heat, especially between ten boulders, as improper posture and heat can worsen illness. The note stresses avoiding exposing the back to extreme warmth after it feels warm.
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