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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1907
Page
4
The Alma Record notes publication details for The Alma Record Company dated Wednesday July 10 with a price of 100 per year. It mentions a record entered at the post office for Alma, involving transmission of a trampitation strongh the mutts in second class status.
Public notice from J. W. Horas states intent to seek nomination and election to the Michigan constitutional convention to be held next October. He pledges to serve faithfully if elected, citing his open private and public record.
Frank R Movroier of Ithaca Michigan announces candidacy for the Republican nomination as delegate to the constitutional convention. He urges voters in Gratiot and Clinton counties to support him at the primary on August 13, 2007, promising to serve the interests of the people and follow their wishes.
Titkopore F. Tiny announces his run as a delegate candidate to the state constitutional convention directed at the nineteenth senatorial district electors and friends.
A lengthy discussion traces whether legislators are eligible to join a constitutional convention. It cites past conventions dating to 1850 and earlier, noting precedents and committee actions, and argues eligibility should rest on character and ability rather than status as current lawmakers.
Notice to electric light customers beginning August 1st. On all electric lighting bills the meter rent will be deducted. Electric Department Alma Grain and Lumber Co. Pest bargains in town in shirt waists at the Variety Store.
An open letter to Michigan boards urges electing qualified delegates with learning, business, law, or integrity to draft a prudent constitution. It warns legislators should not profit and stresses eliminating deadwood, keeping a strong frame for future laws, and favoring conservatism over risky reforms. The piece endorses careful public sentiment and notes local reactions.
The article reports Meyer Schmitz receiving a few years in the penitentiary for graffiti vandalism in a southeastern city, with public reaction and ties to state constitutional reform debates in Michigan. It notes local political context, including figures like Gallagher of Saginaw and the ongoing discussion of legislative reform and state matters.
We extend heartfelt thanks for many kindnesses and letters after the death of our mother Mrs Julie Thomas. Mr and Mrs W H Padelford and family appreciate support. Southwest Arcada Mrs Riner and granddaughter from Grand Rapids visit A Muth. Mrs Jagd Howell and Miss Howell of Middletown spent Sunday at WO Minch. Wasan Katoh Charley Mill visited their sister Mrs Rexined of Fortis. Mr Mere Lottie Maren were called by Hoecketricie Monday to attend funeral. Mr and Mrs O Falew Witt and Laitty of Sattutier and Mike Peart visited Mr and Mrs Yerian last Sunday.
A column notes a local pharmacist, G. J. Sharewr, is praised as a druggist of note after a summary of his long life and career. Miller & Miller, local firm partners, are mentioned with respect to a former colleague. A cashier and a wedding or civil event is hinted with community figures, while Miss Mainle Barber and Sarah MacNurnwth are cited in a travel and vacation context.
A sprawling log of small town visits and daily life from Forest Hill, Central Pine River, Emerson Arcada, and nearby areas. The notes mention visits by Mrs. Boner, J W Doane, Miss Leona Camfield, Mr Fuller, and many others, plus events around the 4th of July, road work, new births, and community gatherings.
A fragment notes a memorable day linked to wealth and health benefits from Dir Rings New Life Pith purifiers advertised as painless cures for ailments. Mentions G. BR and Bay City drug stores withPolka and Erikam at Camerat drug store, and Suodky.
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