Union Telephone policy debated in Alma meeting
Citizens and stockholders gathered in Alma to discuss the Union Telephone company amid rumors of a Bell receivership. They argued the home firm offers reliable service, broad coverage, local investment, and reasonable rates, warning against promoting a rival system that could hurt community interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Stockhollers
Union Telephone Company
Bell Company
Union Company
Bell
Detroit
Almna
Ite
Hell
Ithaca
Strais
Bell’ Company
Pore Ae & Dew Corporation
Ithacs
Louis
Getmg
Gorverniers
St. Louis
Union Wlephone Company
Old Landmark Being Raised in Superior Street Block
A. H. Hodgskinson began raising the block on Superior Street occupied by Webb drug store and adjoining Mrs. Bivins millinery stock. The foundation was in ground and the moving process, managed by the veteran builder, proceeds well. Bivins moves drug stock to the vacant opera house block. plans include a higher ceiling, a new front, and a solid foundation after lowering floors.
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A. H. Hodgskinson
Superiorst
Webb Drug
E. A. Bivins
Bmies
Opera House
Local Visits Highlight Week of Social Callers
Alma Heights and Grand Rapids residents figure in a flurry of visiting notices as Bossie Partee travels to Grand Rapids and Lila Barnes from Chicago visits Mrs. F. Barnes. Mrs. Smith of Grand Rapids calls on her brother Frank Mosher, while Iva Feek of St. Johns visits Mrs. Fraker this week.
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Bossie Partee
Grand Rapids
Lila Barnes
Chicago
Barnes
Soo A
Santling
8. Smith
Frank Mosher
Iva Feek
St. Johns
Fraker
Outing Down the Pine River from Alma to Saginaw
George Young and Will Caple recount their Alma to Saginaw river trip by canvas canoe. They describe planning for a year, initial departure July 1, encountering obstructions like the Ann Arbor bridge, a swift river with rapids, a near-jammed fence incident, camping near Midland county line, and a memorable fourth of July in Midland, concluding with a delightful voyage to Saginaw and Bay City and a wish to sponsor future voyages annually.
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George Young
Will Caple
Alma
St. Louis
Ann Arbor
Saginea
Midland
Midland County
Freeland
Saginaw
Bay City
Official Champions Aurora Zouaves Return Home After European Tours
The Aurora Zouaves cancelled engagements across nearly a year to return to Illinois. The unit spent about a year in continental Europe performing drilling exhibitions, earning praise as Best Drilled Soldiers in the World from nobility. They delayed homeward due to success, then secured future show bookings. The Adam Forepaugh & Sells Brothers combined shows arranged for their present season, with a Saturday August 8 exhibit date.
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Aurora Zouaves
Ilinois
Europe
Aurora
Adam Forepaugh
German Syrup Promises Cure for Consumption
Boschee's German Syrup marketed as the only today that delivers and cures consumption. It lists ingredients like pure tar and gum extracts endorsed by medical congresses for coughing colds and consumption. Advises rest at night, relief from dry cough, fresh air and good food. Bennan Syrup claimed to aid expectoration with relief. bottles priced 25 cents and 75 cents. Sharrer Mulholland Alma listed.
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Boschee
Atall Druggists
Sharrer & Mulholland
Alma
Pere Marquette Excursions From Alma This Sunday
Train leaves Alma at 10 20 for Baginaw and Bay City at 65 cents. Posters or agents give details. Photos advertise twenty four of the cutest neatest little tres you ever saw. See room 18 Opera House for further information.
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Baginaw
Bay City
Alma
J. Barnes
Opera House
Enjoyable Wenona Beach Band Outing Delights Attendees
A pleasant crowd gathered despite bad weather for a band excursion to Wenona Beach last Wednesday. Ticket sales totaled 245 with Alma leading at 141 and other towns contributing. Wenona Beach is described as a delightful day spot and attendees report an excellent time.
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Wenona Beach
Alma
Vesteborg
Elwell
Louis
Breckenridge
Wheeler
Merrill
Hemlock
Saginaw Races Open Next Week With Four Days of Racing
The Saginaw big event opens Tuesday afternoon featuring three races on the card. A large entry list promises four full days of racing. The track has a history of clean sport and protection for the public, offering a premier light harness meet for local enthusiasts.
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Saginaw
Arcada Farmers Club Meets For July Picnic
The Arcada Farmers Club gathered July 1 at Geo Irish’s home for a morning picnic with 70 members attending. Dinner featured, new song books purchased and time spent hearing new pieces. The July meeting will be hosted by Mr and Mrs Sylvester Peok on the last Thursday of the month with a program including readings recitations and music.
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Arcada Farmers’ Club
Geo
Sylvester Peok
Bert Bailey
Katie Stadelberger
Mable Murphy
Clara Peok
Half Sick to Strong Again with Nerve Pills
A dyed in the wool sales pitch extols Dr. A. W. Chase's Nerve Pills as a remedy for chronic fatigue and nervous headaches. Include testimonial from Mrs. Merritt of Alma Michigan about improved rest appetite and vigor. Also notes a Colorado book from Chicago & North Western Railway with request for stamps to obtain copy.
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A. W. Chase
8. Merritt
Water St
Alma
Michigan
Shartar & Mulholland
Dr. A. W. Chase Medicine Co
Buffalo, N. C
Colorado
Chicago & North-Western
Bivine & Rhodes Debt Notice and Rail Tour Offers
All persons indebted to Bivine & Rhodes are asked to call and settle immediately. Advertisements announce rail itineraries via Chicago & North-Western to San Francisco with $5000 round trip, multiple daily trains, and tours to Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo. W H Guerin and W H Sem promote itineraries from Detroit Campus-Martius with low rates and tourist sleeping cars, urging inquiries for details and folders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bivine & Rhodes
GA. BR
Chicago & North-Western
Chicago
San Francisco
W. H. Guerin
Osampts-Martins
Detroit
Mich
Colorado
Chicago & North Western
Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Central States
W. H Sem
Campus-Martius
Notice on Bivins Hbeslewiti Heat Action
SOTIOK reports a notice that the team of Baerives Heat faces action related to Bivins Hbeslewiti. No further readable details available.
Interior Finish Stock Promises Complete Painting Supplies
Interior finish for all painting varnishing and decorative work is fully stocked. The assortment includes paints oils colors and related materials that offer beauty and durability, ensuring customers need not leave home to secure what they require for any project big or small.
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Alma Heights
Alma Young
Pere Marquette
Wenona
Daly
Cras
Biopgs
Sotiok
Vermeulen
Victor Talking Machines
J. P. Losey’s
Alma's
Wright House Blacksmith Shop
F. H. Goss
Empire
Central Michigan Produce Co
F. W. Brown
Stockbridge Elevator Company
W. GC. Vliet
Cherries
Huckleberries
Raspberries
W. L. Scranton & Co
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