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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1911
Page
7
A sketch notes Joseph Fels, English multimillionaire soap maker, with a humorous retort after a listener asks what Jews are chosen for. Fels replies that the Jews were chosen to introduce Christianity, delivered with a casual, witty gesture.
An old advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills prevent appendicitis by stimulating stomach liver and bowels. It states they cure constipation headache and chills and are available for 25 cents at Wheaton and Rhodes Drug Stores.
An article notes spring fashion shifts as women adopt trouserine gowns while maintaining feminine styling. It highlights a sharp jacket, a defining girdle feature, and the trend of mixing masculine elements with contemporary attire.
Pewter relief work gains favor as a distinctive craft option. Metal relief pieces attract attention for their durability and compatibility with other media, showing notable appeal across audiences.
A historical article describes decorative metal objects and techniques. It notes pewter sheets and copper to craft small items, outlines and mordant shaping, and securing pieces to wooden foundations with small nails. The piece mentions artistry in unconventional forms and the intended expressive display.
The New Idea notes a shift in women’s footwear toward distinct styles. High battoned boots with Cuban heels, calfskin and suede, and velvet options dominate, while one tone street outfits pair with black, brown, and blue velvet. Slippers use old materials with buckles and rhinestone accents for formals. Evening slippers may feature cloth of silver or satin.
The event featured a men’s contest with top placements for Harry H. Young Albion Kenneth Van Wagenen M A O E A Carns Hillsdale Robert Ward Ypal Harold V Wilcox Alma and others. The women’s contest crowned Lillian Treadwell Ypal and Sigrid Johnson Karoo. Alphabetical notes mention visiting Albion delegation and a postevent supper in Normal gym with performances by local groups. Wilcox, the youngest and only freshman, delivered a ten minute oration and has now placed first in four of eight contests. A special train carried about one hundred attendees to Ann Arbor as Alma alumni and others attended. The address warned against the moral and social dangers of unchecked wealth and urged industrial justice and political virtue.
At a February 20 service in Somerville New Jersey Mr George Sutton 08 of New York City sang bass in a mixed quartet and performed The Publican by Heardstey van de Water He studied with Dr Cari Dot and received high praise from Rev Frederick J Soule for his singing, interpretation, and technique highlighting his serious preparation for Christian service.
An old advertisement promotes Hyomel for colds and catarrh with inhaler use and a money back guarantee. The page also carries a jumble of legal notices from Michigan probate court, including estates, appointments, publication orders, and hearings referencing various names and dates.
Suffragists displayed at a New York pure food show with a booth featuring preserves and baked goods. Harriet Johnston Wood, a woman lawyer, prepared preserved peaches and other products as examples of women pursuing voting rights and professional careers.
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