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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1896
Page
4
The town paper notes village leaders plan to appoint new non Messrs Tinker and Hoaaaih to serve as village officials. Each will bring practical experience to duties, aiming to guide local affairs and address residents' concerns with sound judgment.
A garbled report discusses a rift within the Salvation Army in the United States. It notes Ballington Booth and his wife fleeing leadership tensions and a split over policy aims. The piece mentions General Booth and the future direction of the Salvation Army in America amidst internal disagreement.
Howard Reena argues for Turner and Slossen as worthy delegates from the district to the national convention. He praises their experience, discretion, and political shrewdness, contending they best represent local interests and would honor the district.
Referees noted in column to give voters a chance next Monday to express their views on the Leone question. A slip will be provided for use, guiding the vote as spring referenda unfold.
In Ohio a trio of bills aimed to tax and regulate liquor sales, raising the Dow tax to 800 and 800 respectively while a Haskell local option bill would let counties townships and wards decide. The Harris local option measure failed by two votes. The Missouri stage coach driver quips on liquor profits as saloons persist. Critics argue higher costs curb sale while supporters tout local control and reform.
Religious notes cover Baptist and Presbyterian services with sermons on Bible topics, Episcopal Holy Communion, and a Methodist Morning service on The Fool's Vineyard. The issue includes Mission Society activities, letters from mission schools, Woman's Club program notes, and a dissolution notice for Taylor & Meyer of Elwell Michigan.
In Gardner Massachusetts Mr Gilman Brown reports his son saved from Lang trouble after spending 375 dollars on doctors who gave up. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery, a trial bottle sold at B S Webb’s Drug Store, and claims his son is now perfectly well and able to work.
A historical notice advertises a Christian Endeavor Convention excursion with round trip rates and ticketing details for travel on April 4. It mentions special train options, seating, parlor chairs, and modern accommodations for attendees, with emphasis on event logistics and travel arrangements.
A lengthy piece describes Japanese baby care and daily life in hot labor conditions, noting mothers labor long hours as infants are strapped in and cared for in extreme heat. The article juxtaposes these practices with American perceptions and fears of invasion, referencing broader historical themes and cultural contrasts.
Simon S Hartman of Tunnelton West Virginia describes yearly colic attacks requiring a doctor and hours of suffering. He reports he took a dose of Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and felt relief in five minutes, calling it the best he has tried. Sold by CE Mahan, druggist.
A cautionary note on colds describing their potential to become serious illnesses and cause many fatalities. The piece urges prompt treatment and mentions a Chanbersem's Conuh Remedy as available through O E Mahan from Cincinnati.
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