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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1915
Page
4
Shaky spelling obscures a plea for support from Nowell Smith and Citizens for the fight against crime. The note mentions Louis Gates of St. and Appling, with charges tied to a blind plea. Authorities urge help and emphasize eternal vigilance as the guard for Gratiot County and the state.
Judge Arthur Tuttle ordered the Pere Marquette be sold between now and November 15 with an upset price fixed near 14 million dollars, nearly 42 million including bonds and interest. The road has been in receivership since 1912 after American Brake & Foundry petitioned for a takeover, with mortgages and debentures totaling about 75 million dollars, and the court listing three parcels for separate sale or lump bid.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces a rural carrier examination for Gratiot County Michigan to be held at Alma and Ithaca on August date to be announced. Qualified applicants must meet civil service requirements and submit proper forms by the designated deadline. The examination aims to fill rural route carrier positions in the area and provides details through official channels.
Notice lists exam to fill rural carrier position in Alma and nearby offices. Eligible citizens must meet standards of territory, bounty, and other requirements. Applications are obtained from the United States Civil Service Commission in Washington and forwarded to the Commission in Washington, D C by the stated deadline.
State officials announce that unconfined dogs must be shot to prevent rabies and disease. Owners face a $10 fine and ten days in prison if their dogs run loose. City officers and justices warned they must act to protect public health.
A fragmented 19th century report discusses wolf control costs in Michigan. It notes a proposed bounty averaging about 2.0 per wolf across counties, with totals around 18,079 dollars if uniform payments applied, while some counties offered higher bounties up to 40 dollars per animal.
The new auto tax law starts May 2 adding higher state and county revenues. License fees rise with horsepower and weight, plus a $3 feeder fee, with overall annual revenue projected near 21.7 million dollars split between state and county.
Lloyd Mann twenty eight was brought in with appendicitis but surgery was not needed. Mrs Lete Fookes Sumner left hospital fully recovered from pneumonia. Willard Schneider underwent a strangulated hernia operation Friday morning and is recovering well. Stanley Knudson is rallying nicely after an operation for gangrenous appendicitis performed Wednesday morning.
For years the seller claims broad experience selling many kinds of laxatives and hints at a recommendation. The message asks what is the best laxative and mentions a specific product name or term lance nang menda.
The Detroit Free Press reports an expansive Ford plan with a multi-plant river Rouge rollout, including tractors, ore furnaces, and tire making, plus large rebates and a potential $15 million purchase. It notes Packard and other firms expanding production, signaling a bright Michigan auto future despite 1916 policy unknowns.
In Gratiot County Michigan on the given date a building and loan statement is sworn true by officers James K E Mitchell and M Smith secretary of Alma Building and Loan Association. Notary Pinta A Rabike verifies the declaration. Dr and Mrs S R Baton of Battle Creek visited Alma friends over Sunday.
In Gratiot County Michigan the probate court fixes August 27 1916 for a hearing on a petition by Albert L Knapp to license sale of Elizabeth J Kapps estate real estate. Next of kin and interested parties must appear. Publication of the order for three weeks in Alma Record is required.
An old advertisement claims Kickapoo Worm Killer candy lozenge safely kills intestinal worms in children and improves health by relieving constipation and regulating digestion. It urges parents to buy a 25 box to help their anxious, pale, feverish child.
Mrs Joseph Sartore of Alma endorses Doan's Kidney Pills from Rhodes Drug after kidney trouble signs. She reports relief from back pain headaches and dizziness and says kidneys stayed in good shape with continued use. Price 50 cents at dealers. Dean's Kidney Pills Buffalo NY company endorsement.
Young women who conduct the children’s work at Redpath Chautauquas will follow a new system this season. Seven children workers will appear at each Chautauqua, one at each event, including Miss Verut E Swanson Miss Vivian Grice Ditte Miss P Noren McArthur and Miss Mabelle C Conquist.
Local residents names include Mindell Banghart Eckert Cush ing Cooper Rudick Donnelly Madden Peacock. A 1915 graduate travels from Alma, invoices diplomas sent, and Professor Mitchell heads to Duluth. Arenda Union School gains a new organ with rising attendance. Wheat and crops show strong yields as Mabel Reed plans serials for the Record.
Camels reach productive strength at about five years and retain power until around twenty-five. Their lifespan extends to thirty-five or forty years, indicating a long working career before aging effects set in. The text notes a notable decline after peak years.
The text argues that palmistry cannot reliably predict life expectancy and notes that insurers would have adopted palm reading if lines on the hand truly indicated longevity. It highlights skepticism about palmistry's scientific basis and its practical value.
A quotation from Thomas Paine equates reputation with public perception and character with the judgment of God and the angels, highlighting the difference between worldly esteem and inner moral truth. It underscores enduring moral distinction beyond societal opinion.
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