Local notices from Sumner area social visits and events
The page lists numerous social calls and visits across Michigan towns including Grand Rapids Lansing Alma Shepherd Bay City and Flint. Individuals mentioned include Mrs John Hogle Mr and Mrs Tucker Mr and Mrs Fasrote Mrs Pratt Mrs Carr and children Rev Roberts Joe Forquer Sybel Jones Lara Reynolds Harry Slater and others with minor travel and hospital or church activities noted. A brief health remedy ad promotes Lavoptik eye wash and an aluminum eye cup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hogle
Grand Rapids
Bart Miller
P. Tucker
Peter Cunnerton
Indiana
Amos Button
Lansing
Allen Gardner
Portland
Fern
Hagel Black
Near Shepherd
Clack
F. J. Tucker
John Fasrote
Alma
LF. Tucker
Glen Merwin
Merle Bogart
Emery Milford
Dave Milford
A. Pratt
Elm Hall
Fred Carr
Kankakee
Thomas Lawn
Harry Slater
Jennings
John Slater
Joe Forquer
Mt. Pleasant
Cooperation Imperative in Community Efforts
The text urges cooperation over individual effort, questioning how one person can achieve progress alone. It stresses that true headway requires teamwork and collaboration among people rather than solitary attempts.
Michigan Telephone Rates Rise Amid Ongoing Cost Strain
Mr. Geo M Welch general manager of the Michigan State Telephone Company notes that postmaster general approved rate increases are needed to cover a growing deficit from 1915 to 1918, with expenses up 89.5 percent while revenues rose 20.6 percent. He warns further regulation delays and escalating costs threaten service, urging adjustments to sustain operations and prevent government recoupment of losses. The piece references delayed adjusting schedules and calls attention to the broader regulatory struggle in Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. M. Welch
Gefors
Michigan State Telephone Company
Calle Attenton
Michigan
Michigan Railroad Commission
Welch
To Save Pencils A Metal Pencil Holder Plan
A letter describes saving pencils by using metallic peat holders which can be bought at the rationer's for 1 or 10 cents. This method preserves almost the full length of the pencil, reducing waste. A stenographer or clerk could save about 60 per cent a year by adopting this plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiritt Magell
Removing Spiked Paint by Soaking and Waxing Off
To remove sprayed paint apply a strong solution of patientes waste the vee to soak in. In a short time the paint will soften. Wax off with soap and water. Finish with cold water.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Floyd Luchini
Earl C. Clapp
Alma, Mich
Sumner
W. Aley
Brunner
J. W. Priest
Sylvester Dalrymple
Wanigas
Brooks’ Valeur
Brooks’ Chocolates
New Pathe
Louise
And
Muratore
Paull
Grace Holare
Rerrani
Paul Althouse
Daria Cones
Jems
Bs Orchestra
Ieee
Joseph Cafe
Mickey
Johnny
Io Toso
Lester
Bure
Saosin le
Love
Ste Ve
Lad
Henry Burr
Excello Tre
Arthur Fields
Hindustan
Taro Eis
Semuels
Cale de Paris
Kiessens
Sassuels
Cale de Paria
Serle
Cauade
Londoe
Tome Ek
Norworth
Baritose
Plano Accom
Iz Inc
von Tiler
Jack Norworth
Baritoge
Pathe
The
Pathe Shop
Frank FP. Smith
E. Superior St
Nny
Chicago
Detroit
Saginaw
Alma News Company
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