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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1899
Page
2
Rathbone reports a well attended hall dance and brisk logging after Monday storm. Champlain area updates list farm improvements, sheep losses, church arrivals, and a republican caucus for the 28th. Emerson Farmers Club plans a meeting with reports, papers, and Torrens system discussion.
Beara the Kurd and other names appear in a fragmentary town notice about land work and building. B Leonard nears recovery as William Peters plans eight acres for Aims sugar. C W Hodson allocates land. local buildings and barns are planned. Carrie Oldfield visits relatives in the area.
On election day the W. BR. C. will serve warm meals so the boys need not bring their dinners. C. Trask and H. W. Moore of Alma were in town last week in the interest of the telephone company. A new dry goods firm may begin here under the name Fouts and Walcutt.
A big snow storm hits Tuesday in Washington. Graham and family of Dive visited his sister Mrs Henry Hayt over Sunday. Several scholars attended the Bilgrade communications at the Talis' school. Rabhel St Johns is aiding Hilder Taylors on the meridian. Arthur Davies baby is sick.
North East Sumner reports the saw mill that had been operating south of town will be relocated to the Joseph Gee farm. The move reflects ongoing local industrial activity and reuses existing rural land. No exact dates or additional names are provided.
W D Clark hosted relatives from Lansing during the past week as winter weather subsided with a three day span of mild days. Commissioner Seholie faces upcoming duties this season in the city government and Mr Seballe reports high satisfaction with recent efforts. School resumed Monday after a short break, Henry Kinwell of New Haven visited the area, and Miss Eisie Campbell spent Sunday in Detroit visiting friends.
Relatives gathered Monday evening at the Clark home to celebrate her 22nd birthday with gifts. Old Mr Woodcock died Friday and was buried Sunday at Wheeler aged 77. Joseph Taylor died Saturday and was buried Monday at Wheeler aged 72. Mr Huret helped bury his sister near Alma on Saturday. A girl at L G Hoyts was seen. Del Anderson hosted a farewell dinner Wednesday afternoon for friend Mrs Thomas Coad.
The district reports Arcada Center School closed after a troubled period with meetings by Rev. Mr. Wilson Kint resuming at the schoolhouse. Local residents and families, including Mrs. Wa Hill and Mr. J W Clark, are noted visitors as the community plans activities and debates whether to raise sugar beets.
Elm Hall reports Frank Nevieus and Ova Andrews wed at the Free Methodist parsonage Thursday evening. Dr. Alken leaves town. Isak Swain sold to Nuiting, formerly Jota Hiles, now occupied by John Bodie. Rev Eakin and family depart for Clare Tuesday where Eakin holds a large barn building contract. Roy McClelland begins work for Dr Blair, Miss Mable Hildreth becomes Blair's new clerk.
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla with testimonials claiming cures for rheumatism and skin sores. It mentions sample names and addresses, but the readable text is fragmentary and lacks verifiable details.
Meesys Blair and Lyon did business in Saginaw Thursday. Mr and Mrs W H Pratt hosted a tea Wednesday for Dana and Otto Bisi before their departure to Ypsilanti. Mrs Hyde’s sister Mrs Mew of Riverdale was ill, prompting a visit by Mr Hyde and daughter Envin. Franklin Pratt and family visited his father W E Pratt. Davis house barn burned Sunday morning. household goods were moved. T J Blaisnyt to commence sawing soon. Snowfall aided log transport to Blair’s mill. School will be closed for vacation. about eighteen attended. At the eighth grade exam, Lyford’s weeklong reports. J C Connor recalled since Monday. Verly Sip protected to tee ghedé Monday. The General History, Oth geography, 7th physio, and Michigan history classes enjoyed weiner lessons. Refer to the Lafayette correspondent for the American school conins inner January 11. Mr Vette is a faithful teacher guiding pupils. in 1880 he became county secretary, later commissioner of schools, reelected by the Board of Supervisors. Mr Tuttle is praised as an ideal commissioner. Miss Peet noted as an excellent teacher.
An old advertisement claims croup relief with Dr Thomes Eclectric Oil sold at drag stores. It touts safety and reliability. The text then oddly references a Mohawk Club banquet and a railroad ticket sale for a Detroit trip on March 20, mentioning morning transport and reform wording.
A historic column denounces saloons as a root of crime and decay. It cites the Chicago Tribune’s ten year record linking saloons to a surge in murders and labels three voter classes as chiefly responsible: legislators who legalize the traffic, political cowards, and taxpayers voting to curb liquor by fiscal fear. The piece urges moral action and accountability among citizens, officials, and lawmakers alike.
Near Woods Corners RL Pierson, a hard working farmer, endures back pain and fatigue blamed on overwork and kidneys. He finds relief using Doan's Kidney Pills, noting improved energy and reduced pain after treatment. Ad cites Doan's packaging and dealer price.
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