Porto Rican tariff plan debated and July proclamations noted
The Porto Rican legislature declares the island capable of sustaining government without tariff duties and a proclamation of trade with the United States is planned for July 25. Gov Allen approves the action as the independence anniversary of the American flag. Meanwhile western states face massive crop losses from heat with cattle dying of thirst and estimates reaching 100 million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Brown
Seae
Rbcoup
United States
Allen
Kangas
Amery Weather Changeable After Heated Debate
Gov Pingree valued estate at 400000. argues against laziness and political waste. Sanwater Kurrows aided reinstatement of rural delivery routes overseer Chabell of St dotas. Unrelated note mentions a rapid-fire gun with a five pound shell and 24 mile range at 414 feet per second.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanwater Kurrows
Dadge Chabell
St Dotas
Tadil
iUnele Sim Bass
Resolutions Honoring Pollasky Family By Fitz James Lodge
Members of Fitz James Lodge No. Knights of Pythias extend sincere sympathy to M Pollasky and his wife in their hour of sorrow. Resolutions note the intent to spread the minutes and publish in the AbMs Recon, with copies sent to M Pollasky and Marcus Pollusky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waeneas
M. Pollasky
Fitz James Lodge
Knights of Pythias
M. and
Marcus Pollusky
G. OL
W. Sasuinsos
Seventh Annual Commencement at Alma Sanitarium School
The Alma Sanitarium Training School of Nursing will hold its seventh annual commencement on Saturday evening, May 20, at eight o’clock in the parlors of the sanatorium. The class members include Bessie E Barden, Elia A Arnott, Jonnie C Knevels, Bertha E Capel, and others. Flowers favored are red, white and blue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Sanitarium Training School of Nursing
Alma Senitarium
In Jail for Bigamy Mrs Jenner Arrested in Ithaca
Mrs Cora E Jenner formerly of Alina was arrested in Ithaca on a bigamy charge and jailed pending a July hearing. If convicted she would face penalties with her first husband and others named. Her two children were placed in Cold Water School by county Poor Commissioner Lo H Hayr.
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Cora E. Jenner
Alina
Ithace
Cora G. Pharston
Wartiea Fletcher
Denuer
Lake Hitler
Samn Glaen
Eugene Jenner
Mleteher Denver
Jenner
Alma
Ithaca
Ful
Coldwater School
Lo H. Hayr
Obituary Honoring a Life of Faith and Family
A long tribute to Anna Muesatwessae Pollasky, beloved mother and grandmother, recalls forty years of friendship and devotion. She lived with courage, charity, and Christian values, loving nature and children while guiding her family with humility and grace. Her passing ends a life of noble service, leaving sorrow yet gratitude for her steadfast example.
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Loysuc
Bryant
Mais
B. PotLasi
Polissi
Mra
Anna Muesatwessae
Manots PolLasky Uh Ont
Topping Eastman Tie The Knot In Howell Home
On July 10, Kalpi Eastman, a 1901 Alita College graduate, wed Miss Jennie Topping at the bride’s Howell home in a ceremony led by Rev. E. Gastor. About forty relatives attended. Watson Robinson served as best man and Miss May Topping was bridesmaid. The couple, bound for Manila, will sail from San Francisco aboard the Shomus July 8 with teachers headed to the Philippines.
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Kalpi Eastivay
Alita College
Jennie Topping
Howell
Wich
Ee, Gastor
Watson Robinson
Vestaburg
May Topping
Sik Mall
Mr. Bastuwan
Philippines
Jeff Howell
Islands
San Francisco
Manila
Shomus
Mate Aima Trietii
Wheat crop outlook amid strong harvest conditions
Despite some shifts in acreage from the soya beer sector, a large wheat area remains. Reports forecast yields from 40 to 50 bushels per acre with favorable weather aiding harvest. Nearby Alma area fields are expected to support the higher end of the range. Hay and sugar beets show solid production as well.
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Alma
COE
Mall Beata Prortitnes Noaudant Vtelis
Electric Road Project Plans Move Forward
Directors outline a plan for a railroad connection from Lansing to St Totes Wy. They expect the north end to be finished in the fall and the entire project by next spring. They cite material shortages and harsh weather as delaying factors and anticipate starting the north end under better conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ther
Lansing
Totes
Theo
Pan American Visitors Offer Near Buffalo Home
Advertisement from Ta BB. dAckMaN inviting Pan American visitors to secure first class accommodations near Buffalo New York. Contact Brackeneidge for particulars.
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Grautates
BB. Dackman
Brackeneidge
Buffalo
N.Y
Wedded couple's safe and shark tales mix in hotel chatter
A Punta Thass Florida shark capture sparks discussion of what sharks eat while a newlywed couple celebrate saving for a life together. They buy a safe after wedding gifts and plan to stash money, but a strange sequence of events unfolds around the safe door and a mysterious roll of cash.
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Punta Thass
Pla
New York Sun
Kitchell
Jeneth
Florida
Mandy
Moncou
Cocoanut Grove
Herne
Ponta Rosa
Key West
Loetine
Boibel
Weber
John
Creeuimcks
Lero
Earth Star Plant Life and Kaiser Farm Notes
A fragmentary Earth Star column discusses the Kingdon plant and its spores, describing ripening, dispersal, and growth stages with scattered references. It mentions observers noting how the Kaiser farms Cadmen estate and a future Infantry regiment stationed at Braunsborg for his safety, with satirical quips about a keg of white lead.
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Ning la
Mair
St. Nicholis
Kaiser
Cadmen
Porerada
Braunasborg
N. Y
Notable War Era Domestic Tale of Farewell and Mockery
A battered wartime vignette shows a lieutenant marching to duty while his young wife and a colored maid named Dinah cope with separation. Dinah laments a beloved friend headed to sea, while the wife endures rumors, social scorn, and small daily rituals to withstand the looming departure and fear of illness.
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New York
Tory Weil
Dinah
Hank
Folklore in the South and Uncle Remus Traditions
A critical reflection on plantation lore and enslaved cultural memory, arguing that African American folktales and conjure traditions offer sociological insight. The piece discusses Harris Uncle Remus, Linwood’s ideas on creative talent, and memories of conjure doctors, including the tale Hot-Fowl Hannibal and a rabbit's foot omen.
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Larris
Remus
Las
Joy
Trace
Charles W. Chesenutt
Linwhaelson
Audie
No fae for Stoves in Mediterranean Countries
A fragment notes widespread prejudice against artificial heat in Mediterranean nations and claims that only one house in six remains heated during winter due to this bias. The text reflects a dated viewpoint on heating practices and regional attitudes toward artificial warmth.
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Mediterranean Countries
Pere Marquette Excursions For Bi-Centennial Celebration
Pere Marquette announces excursion trains for the Detroit bi centennial celebration. Train from Alma departs 6 65 pm with return from Port Huron at 5 30 pm. Tickets on July 24 25 36 from all stations at one fare round trip. H F Moener G PA.
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Alma
Port Huron
Detroit
Pere Marquette
H F, Moener
G. PA
Day Excursion to Frankfort and Traverse City
The Annual Mid- Summer Excursion to Frankfort Crystal Lake and Traverse City departs Alma on two trains at 7 20 p m and 6 95 p m. Round trip tickets good for return on any regular train until August 3. Visit Northern Michigan resorts and enjoy a day trip hosted by the Ann Arbor R R.
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Frankfort
Crystal Lake
Traverse City
Ann Arbor
Alma
Ineuds
Michigan
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