Flint Defeated in Ninth Scoring Rally
Local game details show Flint defeating Alma with a four run rally in the ninth. Wells and Bell produced key hits, Grodick and Chilton contributed, and a disputed safe call by umpire Byte affected the outcome. Postgame notes mention Simmons on the mound for Alma and a theater listing for Charly Chaplin’s The Care next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Seoul
Wlnt
Adm
Webson
Cool
Sim Twins
Powers’ Field
Histon A
Chilton
Green
Goodick
Walf Hoyt
Byte
Umps
Hoytwut
Flint
Wells
Plovoe
Bell
Simmons
Fonday
Evry
Claire
McHale
Grodick
Hoyt
Don Cock
Ifonald
Button
Howd Simmons
Abie Polak
Tey
Powers
Belle OF Redman
Gredick
College Assembly Explores Morning Work and Afternoon Excursions
A college assembly discusses daily duties and church related tasks. It outlines July 23 meetings to plan Sunday school and youth work, emphasizing devotional duty, community service, and special projects for the summer league.
PATRCHILG IN TROUBLE Archie Fallend Charged
Archie Fallend of thin city tn ah is charged with assault. He shot at another person yesterday in Dcption, with court dates set for Thursday July 25. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.
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Archie Fallend
Thin City
Arault
Alma GLUB matinee to feature racing events Thursday
The Alma driving club will stage a matinee next Thursday afternoon at the club grounds on Wright Avenue. The program includes horse, automobile, and motorcycle racing with three classes for each. Entry lists promise fast vehicles from the region and even some out of town. The club aims to make this the most successful event yet with strong appeals for spectators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Driving Clubs
Wright Avenue
SALE SEASON STARTS WITH RED CROSS SALE
The Record notes multiple retail promos this week. Gaffney Style Shop begins a Red Cross sale Saturday lasting to July 25 with five percent of receipts aiding Red Cross. Alma’s clothing also advertises a week long sale with men’s bargains and weekly Saturday promotions.
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W. Rolijwin
Andy Sok
Pricus
Cishing
Benedict
Red Cross
Mera
Gaffney
Injured workman pinned between presses at Republic plant
A Republic plant worker, E. Tt. Santer, was injured Monday when a nearby machine moved the same time as the one he was bent over. He was pinched between the two benches, suffering a hip injury and bad bruises. Authorities reported the incident as a work accident under investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Tt. Santer
Republic
Teath
Agatnet
Sanborn
Foundry in Alma Area Sold to Local Parties
A Foundry located near Alma has been acquired by local parties. Details on the transaction and the buyer remain limited as the agreement moves toward finalization. Municipal records show no immediate changes to operations or employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Foundry Expansion Aims to Boost Capacity at Gratiot Plant
The Gratiot Foundry and Manufacturing Co announces plans to increase capacity from a small facility to a larger site near the Gratiot area. The move, tied to the Republic Motor Truck Company, involves erecting new buildings to handle higher output and mentions personnel from Republic staying on and hiring an expert for casting at a St Louis plant.
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Omidis
Joseph Waechilie
Atlan
McCormiot
Wulwe
Gratiot
Allin
Vastinie
Thiy Foundry
St. Louie
Standard Foundry and Manufactuery Company
State Street
St. Louis
Neims
Alere My. Allen
the Republic
Graham
McCormick
Republic Motor Truck Company, Inc
Bananas hailed as mass boon and staple food
From a Jamaica visit Sir James Crichton Browne endorses bananas as a valued staple. He notes their nutrition portability and digestibility, praising their role on railway journeys and as a reliable food for the poor. The piece cites The Banana by William Fawcett and details Jamaica’s plantains in native diets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jon
Jamaica
James Crichton-Browne
Rainielinge
Bandwich
Manykand
Willian Fawcett
Lowlon
British Museum
McPhaul Barber Opens At Murphy’s Drug Store Site
The new McPhaul barber shop opened Saturday at Murphy’s drug store location. Alma receives a shop finished entirely in white with ax furniture including four barber chairs and a shining stand. Two bathrooms connected are also finished white.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McPhaul
Lnter Murphy's Drug Store
Alma
Praises Workers of Red Cross and War Effort
A wartime message thanks Red Cross workers and volunteers for aid during the conflict. It lauds dedication across local chapters, noting support from various committees and colleagues. The missive urges continued service and recognizes the impact of organized relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
War Council
Guy
Veeview
Vontebuedan
Drunken quarrel ends with stabbing in river camp
Richard Metin of Cryitwlrinud allegedly stabbed Tom Planigan after a Sunday quarrel near Pike River. McGlinn, held on bail, reportedly fled toward the freight house. Nightwatchman and another man were killed. McGlinn claimed self defense as doctors treated wounds.
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Richard Metin
Seadit
Pike River
Metilion
Alleger
Young Wah
Tommy Planigan
Flanigan
McGlinn
McGhin Caims
Plurigan
McGling Sv
P.M
Murahil Rogers
Nightwatch
Nook Mariott
Lettig
Bilan
Metin
McGilint
Dokieon
Clegit Dour
McGilrin
Cleveland
Mmatriod
Hae
Board Organized for Goiliet County Draft
The Goiliet county draft board is organized with Sheri Newell Bradford of Ithaca as chair man F Brown of Ali ae secretary and Din AL BR Wheeler of St. Louis as the third member A list of registration cards and serial numbers has been prepared for drafting The exact draft time is pending Washington numbers and the personal draft may occur within two weeks Copies of lists are with all board members and the public can learn the serial numbers from them A portion of the county youth list with serial numbers appears in this issue and the remainder will be printed next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goiliet County
Sheri Newell Bradford
Ithaca
F. Brown
Ali Ae
Din AL Br, Wheeler
St. Louis
Washington
Hina
Almm Record
Local School Board Adopts Budget and Elects Priest to Board
Amid a crowded meeting Alma city voters approved a 3000000 fund for district needs, elected Mrs Priest as the district’s first woman board member, and discussed eastern city school site plans. A temporary Hillcrest school and a permanent site purchase near Miller Street were approved, with plans to detach part of district east to join district 12.
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Alma
A. J. Archer
Reiry
A& Tutlanen
Leon
Tontenui Fund
Aviere! Fund
Priest
Jan
Dlyst
Hillcrest Addition
Almut
Cty
Sanderhott
Archveol
OTN
Wits
Pormachoel
Ake City
Fragmented OCR Local Note on Pavement Works and Theatre
Disjointed OCR text references a paving project and a theatre event titled Thu Cure. Mentions Bertling tiles and a guide on? Kuddabeling to Bree eth. Theatre notices and fashion of 1920s local paper tone appear with unclear dates and names.
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Bertling & Tiles
Kuddabeling
Snewe
Civic efforts push reading room and park repairs
The Civic League announces a free reading room for women and girls with limited hours, plus a planned library meeting to bridge the public and the new library. They urge prompt support for Wright Park improvements and call for a caretaker to maintain safety. Idlehour screens Marguerite Clark in Snow White.
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Wright Park
Civic League
Marguerite Clark
Snow White
Idlehour
Dissolution of Alma area school district and reorganization plan
The text outlines the dissolution of School District No. 4 and a proposed petition to join the present Alma district. It explains transferring most of Pine River No. 2 territory into Alma, aligning with city limits, plus plans to form temporary and permanent school sites in eastern Alma. A special voters meeting will decide on the changes and temporary schools, with a likely delay of about a month for procedures.
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Pine River
Alma
Nisal
Riewe
Omateul
Arcata
Aline
Fine River No. 2
Mary Mekson Plans Work Shop Upgrade and White Enamel Finish
Willard and partner dispute resolved. Willard to travel to Detroit soon to buy new shop equipment and finish, with white enamel fixtures. New barber chairs, sanitary cases, sterilizers will be installed. two first class barbers expected and shop to be fully upgraded within a month. Also notes patriotic meetings held in Siled Michigan with speakers Marcus Vollasky and others delivering strong addresses.
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Benomer
Wright Hans Levhey
Willard
R VY
Willan
W Mente
Michigan
Poon
Wright House
Marcus Vollasky
Convention 10 to be Held Here for Three Days
Travelers and leading agents of Republic will meet here for three days to discuss plans and potential collaboration. Officials expect delegates from major offices and partner organizations to attend. The gathering aims to strengthen regional ties and explore new opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic
Planning and Big Time Deo ty welt Ta Avila event
The text outlines a complex planning event involving a convention and a band performance linked to a Megaplier warranty, with references to a long road trip across the United States. Details mention dates, venue, verification during work, and a three day swaventhon lasting duties on the 16th, 17th, and 18th.
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Finikss
United
Sadto
Alma Republics to clash with Flint in Saturday double header
Alma Republics and Flint schedule a Saturday double header at Davis field to make up last Saturday’s rain postponed game. Symons, a promising pitcher, and Kingsley era additions highlight a lineup for Alma, while Murphy and Reitman cap Flint’s pitching. First game starts 1 40 p m with half price musical merchandise at Smith Maney sale adjourned.
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Flint
Pho
Hiindead
Milly
Kateeviers
Alma
Wales
Alma Mindio
Reece
Hafield
T. Anderson
Vint
Herman
Hoyt
Harry Sorich
Brookly
Willppear
Alma Heavers
Willis
South Bend
South Bend, Anointer, and Two Outfighters, Corontock
Wreak
Ole Fam
Actalee
ALOR
Symons
Wnt
Davis Field
Smith & Maney
Ady
Coburn Outdoor Plays Announced in Normal and Mt Pleasant
The Coburn Players announce open air performances in Normal and Mt Pleasant on July 18 and 19. The yellow Jacket on Wednesday night, Much Ado About Nothing on Thursday afternoon, and Julius Caesar on Thursday night. Tickets go on sale July 13 at Normal drug and book store. Contact Professor Frank H. Robinson at Central State for details.
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Normal Woods
Mt. Pleasant
Yellow Jacket
Julius Cacear
Normal Drug and Book Store
Ion
Conte
Frank H. Robinson
Central State
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Jessie
Genexta Theatre
Chyrile Chaplin
Martha J. Costan
United States
Italy
Mrs. Staley
Ubmarines
Miex Halle
Uty
Arbuckle
College Assembly
Patrchilg
Alma Driving Club
Alma Firms
Trent
Charlie Chaplin
Cart Genestac Theatre
Praizes Workers
Richard M
Meet & Lilly
Dave Alaure
Teasday
Ea Elite
Joe Fine
Tena Theatre Cineee
Mary Mekson
Heida
Hub Herd
Bellehoat
Huys
Marry Willard
Aswevets
Coburn
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