Alma chamber luncheon discusses Alma public schools
Luchtman and Kelder shared details on improving Alma Public Schools at the weekly Alma Chamber of Commerce luncheon held at city hall. Over 100 business leaders attended as the high school nears capacity with 348 students and 57 graduates two years ago rising to 67 graduates this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Public
Alma Chamber of Commerce
A. C. Luchtman
J. W. Kelder
Babevek
Ross Miller
St. Louis Board of Trade
B. L. Case
Ithaca
Charles Heisler
Howland
William Schiff
Whitsel
Lansing
Luchtman
Protect Water and the Public in Michigan Health Campaign
The Michigan department of health emphasizes protecting water supplies from pollution to prevent disease. Private and public sewer systems must file descriptions of their sewerage to the state, with plans reviewed for health impact. The campaign cites oxygen depletion and fish kills as indicators of inland water pollution, and urges industry cooperation with conservation and agriculture departments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan Department of Health
Michigan
State Department of Health
Departments of Conservation and Agriculture
Fortine Bros Open Branch Store in Shepherd
Fortine Bros, longtime fruit merchants in the city, announce a new branch in Shepherd. The firm already operates wholesale and retail fruit businesses and sees strong potential for growth in Isabella County town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fortine Bros
Shepherd
Isabella County
Best Seal Sale In State History
The Michigan Tuberculosis Association reports December 1921 seal sales far exceed prior years despite a national downturn. Health workers, women’s clubs, teachers, and others statewide supported an expanded effort, producing the largest sale since the association organized. The state thanks all who contributed to the success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan Tuberculosis Association
Michigan Association
Sunshine Kiddies at the Strand in Alma
The Sunshine Kiddies of Melody Land perform at the Strand theatre in Alma for three days Sunday Monday and Tuesday. The twelve young performers from eight families, guided by chaperons and manager F E Munro, will entertain with songs and dances behind and on stage, while tutor Charlotte Teachman oversees their schooling.
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Strand Theatre
Sunshine Kiddies
Melody Land
Alma
Detroit
Lansing
Kalamazoo
Alma Theare
The
Strand
Sunshine Kiddie Group
Uardians
F. E. Munro
Kiddies
Charlotte Teachman
Michigan Board of Education
Rugs That Appeal to Discriminating Buyers
An advertisement from W. Robinson's Alma invites inspection of a range of rugs praised for aesthetics and service, claiming they are among the best shown in recent seasons and will provide excellent performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Robinson
Alma
Kalamazoo and Albion Win in State Contest
Miss Helen Ward of Kalamazoo College won the women’s contest with the oration Declaring Dependence, while Mary Lalty of Albion College led the men’s division with Our Debt of Honor. Opal Hoopingarner, Albion, took second. Marion Claflin, Olivet, third. Judges praised Ward’s faultless diction and strong message on social dependency. The event, held at the Presbyterian Church, drew good attendance in both sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Ward
Kalamazoo College
Michigan Oratorien League
Lalty
Albion College
Presbyterian Church
Opal Hoppingarner
Albion
Marion
Opal Hoopingarner
Miss Ward
Miss Hoopingarner
Washington
Marion Claflin
Rodin
America
China
Armenia
Louise Osgood
Alma
Almanian
Geraldine Pagel
Hilledale
Camp Roosevelt Moves to LaPorte Indiana Site
The Camp Roosevelt summer program for Chicago Board of Education boys relocates to a permanent camp near LaPorte Indiana. The facility includes a gymnasium seating one thousand rooms and facilities, a six week term split into two three week periods starting July 6. Enrollment available for one or both periods, with the Summer School Military Division and Junior Camp tailoring for ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Chicago Board of Education
LaPorte
Indiana
Chicago
Camp Roosevelt Association
Chiesco
South State Street
Education Division
Board of Education
F. J. Beals
Lyceum Evening Features Di Giorgio Orchestra with Ella May Minert
A Lyceum concert Monday night at the high school auditorium showcases the Di Giorgio Orchestra led by Sigeur T Di Giorgio with contralto Ella May Minert. The varied program includes solos, string quartet pieces, vocal numbers, overtures, and a duet.
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Lyceun
Wellimann di Giorgio
Ella May Minert
Sigeur T. di Giorgio
Miss Minert
Brooklyn Eagle
Asa
di Giorgio
Jocal
Scovper
Fidelis March—Sousa
G. Rossini
Mrs. di Giorino
Rhodenkirken
Thomas
Fortunsta
Ti Giorgio
Labicky
Puchini
Orter
Hawaii
Sig
T. di Giorgio
UW Travatore
Verdi
Mra
Amorita
Zameenik
Gratiot County Youth Conference Set in St Louis
The Gratiot County Sunday School Association hosts a three day youth conference in St Louis Friday through Sunday. Banquet at 7 00 pm at the I O O F hall features H M Crooks Alma College and C L Smith Lansing with Middleton Orchestra. Athletic events and a large musical program cap the weekend with sessions at the Presbyterian and Methodist churches.
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Youre
Gratiot County Sunday School Association
St. Louis
Cnvention
C. F
Presbyterian Church
CN. Wright
Young People’s Department
Frank L. Convin
Ithaca
Gift from Mrs Scotten boosts Alma College endowment
Mrs Orin Scotten of Detroit, new Board of Trustees member, added a 5000 gift to Alma College endowment campaign, bringing her total to 12100. The donation is praised as evidence of Alma College’s statewide esteem. Also announced are talks by Dr Willis Amere on March 20 in Mishawaka and Alma, a K of C correspondence course for veterans, a horse sale at Arcada Livery, and a clothing ad for Sport Shirts at D W Robinson's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Crooks
Alma College
Orin Scotten
Detroit
Scutten
K. of
Board of Educational and Welfare Activities
New Haven
Conn
Tas
Leion
George Ryan
Sleet Storm Destroys Trees Across Central Michigan
The recent sleet storm battered central and northern Michigan, with some areas reporting up to ninety percent tree damage due to ice load. Foresters and park boards in Caditting, Reed City, Clare, and Ewart seek guidance on recovery, while MA C specialist PL Tuttrick surveyed the damage and advised local officials. Later, Alma Masons honor A W Brock for forty four years as a life member, acknowledging his long lodge service and attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Michigan Agricultural College
Ety
Caditing
Reed City
Clare
Ewart
Tuttrick
M. A. C. Forestry Department
Alma Masons
A. W. Brock
Masonic Lodge
Alma Lodge No. 244
Brock
Ita
Legionnaires to Conduct Census of Veterans
The American Legion plans a national veterans census in Gratiot county. A door to door survey by the George Myers post and Auxiliary will interview every ex soldier or sailor aloud. Forty eight questions cover injuries health medical treatment and compensation. The drive supports relief for disabled veterans and funds from willing ex service members to aid needy comrades.
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American Lexgion
Sery
Alii
Gratiot County
Lauren T. Burt
George Myers
Legion
Anvwrivan Legion Auxiliary
Gratiot
Laygion
National Service Division
The
George
Paltners
March 14 Deadline Set for Alma Postmaster Applications
Applications must be filed by next Tuesday March 14 with the Civil Service Commission in Washington for Alma postmaster. Acting postmaster Far a L Smith plans to depart, leaving several locals vying for the position. Four to five applications have been sent to Washington, with three to be certified to Congressman Fordney for nomination. The selection may take three to four weeks after the deadline.
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Civil Service Commission
Washington
Alma
Fara L. Smith
Vincent P. Cash
Post Office Department
Almas
Commission
Joseph W. Fordney
Died in Alma on Saturday Mrs Caroline Fuller dies at 74
Mrs Caroline Fuller a longtime Alma resident died Saturday after a brief illness. Born May 2 1847 in Delaware County Ohio she was 74. Survived by eight children Jennie Brunkhart Rose Somers and Charles Fuller George and Samuel Fuller Frank and Ernest Fuller. Funeral held Wednesday at the M E church with Rev M W Duffey officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline Fuller
Delaware County
Ohio
Michael Roof
Henry M. Fuller
Jennie Brunkhart
Auburn
Indiana
Rose Somers
Charles Fuller
Cadillac
George
Samuel Fuller
Toledo
Frank
Grand Rapids
Ernest
Alma
Hutchins to Speak at Alma Chamber Luncheon
Tee M. Hutchins treasurer and manager of Hazeltine and Perkins Drug Co of Grand Rapids will address Alma Chamber of Commerce at the luncheon next Wednesday noon. He is a successful local businessman and is expected to deliver a strong message to the city’s business community. Tickets available from J R Campbell and Joseph F Sartor Jr on the north side Floyd Glass and John Sullivan on the south side and Ray Tomlin for the Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee M. Hutchins
Hazeltine & Perkins Drug Company
Grand Rapids
Alma Chamber of Commerce
Hutchins
North Side
J. R. Campbell
Joseph F. Sartor, Jr
South Side
Floyd Glass
John Sullivan
The
Republic
Ray Tomlin
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Kelder
H. S. Christian Deavor
Christian Endeavor
Misa Kates
Percy Warner
Albion DD
Albion and Hope
Camp Roosevelt
DI Giorgio Orchestra
Hei
ELKS
Alma Lodge
B. P. Q. BE. No. 1400
Owosso
Chamber Fof Commerce
Lou
Mrs. Scotten
Willis Amere
Dodge Mfg. Co
Mishawaka
Ind
Chamber of Commerce
Christies
Moore
A. Nash Company
Cincinnati
Jesus
Arcada
Sam, Weinburg
D. W. Robinson’s
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