Gratiot County Gas seeks one thousand rate hike approval
Gratiot County Gas company requested city commission Tuesday evening to raise rates by 1k gag rates: 1 per cent or to $457. Manager Wagner argued rising costs justify immediate help. He cited prewar prices and recent rate actions in other cities and pledged a fair return for stockholders while noting financing needs.
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General Pershing honors Guy Gongwer for bravery
Guy Gongwer, recently returned from service with the American Expeditionary Forces, received a copy of a citation from General John J. Pershing. The award recognizes valor and notes his distinguished service during the expeditionary operations.
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Pershing
Ilthe
Gongwer
Armerican
Intentinor
Wreet
John J. Pershing
Guy Gongwer
City nears switch to chlorinated new water supply
Nine city wells connected and water drawn last evening as chlorination begins. Eastern mains carry well water while western mains still use river water. Chlorinating machine attached to pumps. as remaining mains receive well water, the system will be fully chlorinated and tested citywide. Work progresses slower than hoped due to a delay in wiring the chlorinating mechanism.
Open Saturday at the Luchini pool Williard hall
The Luchini pool area in the Worse building where Liberty theatre stood will open to the public on Saturday. Only part of the first floor is ready, with a pool and shuffleboard tables, a bowling alley expected later, plus a lunch counter and barber shop on the first floor serving patrons.
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Wsid Dilliard Hall
Liberty Theatre
Alma Woman Dies After Illness at Home
Mrs F P W Hooper longtime Alma resident dies at her Philadelphia avenue home Saturday morning July 5 after weeks of illness. She was 83 and survived by husband and children with many local friends. Funeral at St John’s Episcopal Church officiated by Rev J Frank Sackson. interment Riverside cemetery. City plans a pum motor at city hall for community use. Mrs Joseph Thomas dies at South Court Street tuberculosis at age 20. funeral Presbyterian Church.
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Alma
Philadelphia Avenue
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Willam
Eaeter
Canada
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Tate Hooper
Stein
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MR Peete
Dalemont
Alwell
Benny Manie
Heuer
Altthre
Joseph Thomas
South Court Street
Presbyterian Church
Riverside
Annual School Meeting Monday in Ming River Arvada District
The Ming River Arvada district votes Monday evening on three school board seats due to A. J. Archer’s resignation. Incumbents Fred Slater and William Maedier seek reelection, with Rev. J.Frank Jackson possibly joining. a $14.5 million expansion and site improvements are proposed for the current school.
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A. J. Archer
Fred Slater
William Maedier
J. Krank
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Utnimeion
Mtepuitie
Distrigh
Jtlass Bowe
Wiscon sin team ahead of practice crowd and marriage in flu
The article describes Petty practice plans near Everett Washington and Wisconsin Badgers prep, noting a wedding between Kookes and Etfieda M Udelle at a hotel. It mentions the bride and groom planning to reside in Piney, and comments on local factory workers and a simple wedding scene with friends wishing the couple well.
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Wright Laverne
Bryine
Nuyar
Piney,hte
Fookes
Union and Bell lines linked for local service
Trunk lines have been installed between the Union and Bell telephone offices enabling the Union Telephone Company to tend local service over both systems. A Bell user can now talk with a Union user in the city. The capacity is limited now but will improve in the near future.
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Bell Telephone
Union Telephone Company
Back Again Drive Through From California by Way of Florida
A family from California completes a twenty day overland trip to Alma traveling 2464 miles in a Ford. They averaged 12.5 miles per day and about 19.5 miles per gallon, aided by Mrs Woe Woekel and two sons accompanying from California. The eastbound route followed the Batite trail toward Kansas City with full camping gear and one night slept at a lower stop as the Gratiot party provided most of the travel details.
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Nail
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Serg Bell Wins Hengā Cross in War Service Hero
Serg. John Bell, brother of Pred Bell, earns local recognition as a wartime veteran honored for devotion and service. He returns in period of tribute shaping recent events.
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Rehabilitation program aids injured soldiers and veterans
United States soldiers and veterans receive special consideration from the Civil Service Commission and the Federal Board of Vocational Rehabilitation. The process involves referrals for vocational testing and eligibility decisions. details describe testing, verification, and the role of field officers in place. An automobile accident on Ton Main Street in Alma is briefly noted, with injuries and subsequent fire department actions. Fines for speeding are paid by Rose and Alonzo Howling in Justice Court. W. W. Cushing and Alfred R. Smith travel to Saginaw on business.
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Alma
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Torbensen Axle Teams Edge Republics In Nine Inning Battle
A rough field and bright sun framed a hard fought nine inning game as Torbensen Axle held off the Republics 11 to 9 at St. Jakue. Key hits came from Kilukan and Young with strong defense from Rowley and Hunter driving in runs and Blackhall finishing on the mound.
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Dell
Hecker
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Smith Walker
Tee
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Tor
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Blackhall
Clancy
Bell
Onhes
Sherlow
Blackall
Flrat
Emer
Rogers
Blacktall Hunter
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Torbensen
Urite
Teale
Rey
Shotting of Two Sixteen Year Olds Reveals Disturbing Details
A youth named Ralph Carey fired a revolver at another sixteen year old, wounding him seriously and prompting immediate hospital care. Witnesses describe the scene at 25 Pine Street and indicate the weapon was found unloaded after the incident. investigation continues as police assess motive and accomplices.
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Maclunaid
Oxtertie
Pine Street
Elvet
Anil Carey
Gian
Hanrdine
Bs Pine
Snesty Flee Muir
Ehetf
Caney Rene
Tae
Maulonald
Fourth of July Celebration at St Louis Draws Big Crowd
A large crowd attended the St Louis Fourth of July celebration with a morning parade and afternoon shows. Residents enjoyed a county fair atmosphere, with a noon display and evening attractions. Officials say the event was among the best in the county, helped by postwar peace drawing people from nearby areas.
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Tive
Sien
Nlesaune
Goycay
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Nile
Gratiot County Fair Dates and Jersey Duroc Contest
Gratiot County Fair officers set August 26 to 30 as the fair dates with a Duroc Jersey pig contest offering a silver trophy for the best burrowed nose. March 1 is noted for a related event and farm community interest. Housekeepers are urged to buy sturdy cloth sacks from a factory price list. De Moines guest M A Holmes visits his brother M Holmes this week.
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Weekly Review of Trade and Markets This Week
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Conference at Alma College Promises Noted Bible Lectures
The annual Bitty student conference at Alma College runs through Tuesday July 15 with key lectures by Rev. James H. Snowden D D and others. Special weekend sessions and readings from the Presbyterian Board of Publications are highlighted as part of the program.
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Riam Hall
Presbyterian Board of Publications
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