09 Mar 1900
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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1900
Page
1
A fragmentary notice references J Jacobs Nichols Old Stand and a cryptic note about Metiottiol amid an apparent sale or closure. Details are unreadable, but implications point to a local business transition or dispute awaiting clarification.
The new play opens at the opera house with Harrison J. Wolfe delivering a polished performance. Critics note his glove fitting character and the cast’s strong, warm reception for the first show of the new production. Reserved seats priced 2, 4, and 1 cent available at Sharrr and Mulholland's.
Friday evening reviews honor the Firemen’s Minstrels at the pera feu with a well dressed, fully sung program. Cast members Campbell dink Pishieck Sartor Fishbeck Marsh and elaborate acts earned praise as the troupe raised funds, clearing 104.55 for the cause.
At a recent meeting of the Union Farmer's Club of Seville and Sumner, resolutions of condolence were adopted for the death of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Beeson’s daughter Jessie. The club expresses heartfelt sympathy, offers prayers, and directs a copy of the resolutions to the family with publication in Alma Record. Attending officers include A Wor Mas, Nettie Powiny Jom.
A Tuesday afternoon meeting at the opera house organized a board of trade to attract more industries, build up the town’s prosperity, and promote communal welfare. Dr. A Hogiey was named temporary chairman with O F Brown as secretary, and a slate of businessmen elected as directors to draft a constitution for a permanent group.
Judge Dunham presided over a crowded session. A J Babcock pleaded guilty to stealing hides and was fined ten dollars plus costs or thirty days in the county jail. Wiles, previously released from Marquette, faced charges tied to thefts and was bound over to the circuit court. The twelve year old son of Rufus Robbins was sent to the State Industrial School in Lansing. Neatly all Ithaca legal talent attended as the circuit court met in session.
A village caucus at the Opera house nominated a full ticket for Monday’s election, praising the Republican administration and local leaders. The event featured harmony, endorsements for trustees Mesere Brewbaker Montigel Han Huuax and clerk Kinch, and a pledge to continue town improvements.
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