Profitable Trees The Black Locust Fast Growing Tree
The Black Locust is presented as a fast growing tree suitable for sandy soil conditions. It highlights rapid growth, hardiness, and potential for timber or ornamental use in marginal sites.
17 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1907
Page
1
The Black Locust is presented as a fast growing tree suitable for sandy soil conditions. It highlights rapid growth, hardiness, and potential for timber or ornamental use in marginal sites.
E L Sprague of Traverse City, editor of the Traverse City Eagle, studies tree growing in northern Michigan. He promotes black locust as a profitable, rapid growing timber for sandy soils, suitable for railroad ties and fence posts, with few insect problems and strong durability. He notes examples of rapid growth in local plantings and advocates dedicating rights of way for groves to boost land value and landscape beauty.
A fragment notes a timber species valued for rapid growth on sandy soils and its suitability for reforesting spine plains, highlighting its value as ideal timber for future forestry projects.
Marcus Pollnaky of Detroit and Jerry Boynton of Grand Rapids visited Stanton to promote steam and electric rail lines to Alma via Crystal. About forty local residents attended meetings at Hotel King to discuss routes and form committees. Both proposals are deemed feasible and townsfolk expect a possible east west line before snow flies in 1908, with capitalists from Alma and elsewhere showing interest.
A trader invites retailers and consumers to visit his Alm factory at 411 Woolworth Avenue to inspect raw materials and quality control for cigars. He pledges the Union Label on every box and asserts the best cigars will be marketed locally with transparent testing by a neutral judge.
A fragmented notice lists names such as Gustem, Margie Mra and Mre Nowa among others, with a note about unclaimed mail being sent to the Desd Petter Offline. The garbled text suggests an official posting for ad file letters in a local mail system.
A legislative blunder could force the Mt. Pleasant state institution to shut, amid funding gaps and management failures. Officials warn the move would disrupt services and affect residents, staff, and associated programs.
Attorney General Bird says the Central Normal school appropriation was void after a misprinted figure. The legislature failed to concur in a revised bill, and Gov Warner signed an unsigned version. Auditor General notified. state prison bond act also under scrutiny for clerical errors.
In Spinney court last Friday James K. Kress defended Raycraft against Schaefer of Cardwell Bros. A jury of six men found for the plaintiff after a dispute over advancing funds on a two car load hay sale. The case details the 78 bale first car and a second car payment totaling 139.50 with 67.90 left unpaid. Cadwell Bros. sought to mediate but Raycraft refused, leading to the $6.50 judgment for the plaintiff.
Voters in the district are informed that Tam a candidate for the Republican nomination for a constitutional convention to be held August 16, 2007. Residents with long-standing interests in the district are urged to support the candidate’s ability and integrity.
In Toledo on August 6 an excursion is organized by local groups. About 500 people are invited to join the trip with a goal price of 100 dollars. Buses will depart from central locations and return evening, offering a pleasant day for participants.
The Rochester Evening Sentinel reports the marriage of Ralph Miller, a Rochester grocer, to Dessie Dudgeon of Mia Cartie Dudgeon in Alma Michigan. The ceremony occurred at dawn with close relatives present, Rev Switzer officiating. A breakfast followed and guests traveled north aboard the LB&W train. The couple faced a humorous moment when train strangers congratulated the couple as Ralph and Dessie, unaware of their true identity.
Sumner Grange met in regular session at the G A R hall Saturday evening July 13 1907. Worthy Master Klees presided with ten officers and eight members present. Minutes approved. New members nominated. Financial items noted including postage and hall rent. A literary program followed with poems and songs. Discussion on degree candidates generated interest. Next meeting planned with program including songs and quotations. Rudolph y secretary.
The Sumner Farmers Club held its meeting at Mr Amnt Mire WC Hatley on Waywell Street meeting date Thursday. James Garweth served as secretary and Mr Gargett led the discussion. The club decided to schedule the August meeting and to feature a pictorial of Hilwel with speeches planned. Members urged everyone to attend and assist.
The Attorney General states that legislators are ineligible for seats in the upcoming constitutional convention. He argues a strict reading of section 50 article 4 disqualifies lawmakers and even circuit judges, citing state constitutional provisions and court decisions. The opinion contends the legislature could alter the convention’s framework but cannot seat current members.
Deputy Sheriff A Sebring arrested Clyde Truiing of Grand Ledge on a burglary charge last Saturday. He allegedly broke into a freight house Thursday night and stole whiskey. The pursuit began after word from Under Sheriff Sprague led to Truiing’s discovery two miles north of Elwell.
Government food experts report that coarse flours are less nutritious and less digestible than fine bolted flour. Studies show fine bread nourishes better, aids digestion, and supports growth in children, challenging long held beliefs about whole wheat and graham products.
The Michigan State Board of Health held a regular quarterly meeting in Lansing with President Angus McLean and secretary Shumway among attendees. They reviewed minutes, audited embalmer's bills, and authorized the secretary to send a sanitary inspector to advise local boards on school building sanitation. The board studied recent public health legislation, including embalming practice and a bacteriological laboratory, and planned to hire a bacteriologist and begin lab work. An embalmer's examination in the upper peninsula was scheduled for August, with the exact date to be fixed later.
A disrupted scene at Riverside Cemetery ends in unrest as a disturbed individual disrupts a ceremony, desecration of graves is suspected, and public trust deteriorates. Police and city officials face pressure to restore order and investigate the incident details, including any ties to the local community associations.
A series of probate actions were filed and hearings scheduled in Breckenridge County. Matters include wills for Henry Hull and Charles Willett, appointments of guardians and administrators, and licenses to sell or spread estates with hearings set for late July and August.
Saturday garden party hosted by Mr and Mrs Francis Ring after rain delayed invitations. About seventy ladies enjoyed garden wine and flowers including larkspur carnations hollyhocks lilies and roses. Mrs King assisted with reception as guests from across the area attended the event.
Mise Marten HU born Perry Shiawase county Michigan died at 19 after prolonged illness. She endured an appendectomy operation three years ago and suffered most of her life. Survived by six brothers three sisters mother and father and many relatives. Funeral held at Siokoe Bankson 1590 post Mone Flay conducted by Rev Wolfe of the Methodist church.
Real estate transfer notes list multiple parcels and claimants across Newark North Star Emerson and other local areas. Names include J C Watson, Philip Pity, Hesty Fell trustees, Clarence Wilford, Andrew J Hall, George Keak, and others with various lot descriptions and patent transfers through July and August.
An ice cream focal is planned at the Boyer Center Friday evening February 2. A short program has been arranged and a good time is promised for all who attend. Remember the ite te.
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