Babson reports on the eastern central states
Babson outlines his view on the eastern central states economy for 1922 and 1923. New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and other large cities rely on foreign trade, jobbing, and investments. He expects foreign trade to remain weak, but jobbing to hold and possibly grow, while finance and stock markets may boost urban prosperity later in the year. He notes gains in the electrical and railroad sectors if interest rates stay low, with New York and Pennsylvania leading a broader recovery into 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger W. Babson
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
New England
Altho
Pennsylvania
Schenectady
Pittsburg
Democrats to Stage Pow Pow on Tuesday Ithaca meeting to organize a Democratic Club and plan a fall campaign
Gratiot County Democrats call a Tuesday afternoon Ithaca gathering led by DeWitt Vought to form a Democratic Club and schedule business. State figures William A. Comstock of Detroit and A. M. Cummings of Lansing will attend, signaling a robust local campaign effort. In other news, Phil Lewis earned second in district oratorical contest at Howell with The Hope of the World, narrowly missing first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gratiot County
Michigan
DeWitt Vought
Ithaca
Gratesot County
William A. Comstock
Detroit
Democratic Committee
A. M. Cummings
Lansing
Phil Lewis
Howell
Lewis
Alma firm to complete paving on South Woodworth soon
By week end the firm Barth ling Holmes is expected to finish paving South Woodworth avenue from Superior street to the Pere Marquette railroad in Alma. Grading is done once curb work finished and concrete paving began from the south end moving northward. Weather delays paused work but are not expected to prevent completion by Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barthling & Holmes
Woodworth Avenue
Superior Street
Pere Marquette Railroad
Alma
Alma Fire Department reports 46 fires in one year
The Alma Fire Department's annual report covers May 1, 1921 to May 1, 1922, showing 46 fires with total loss of 18,435. Fire loss for 45 fires was 8,335, with property endangered totaling 527,000. The report credits prompt, efficient service and notes a consistently low fire loss, reflecting the department's growing reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Salvation Army Home Service Appeal Starts Friday
Gratiot County hosts the annual Home Service Appeal from May 5 to 12 with a $5950 goal. The Salvation Army reports strong local organization and readiness to aid state and county officials in emergencies, noting recent flood relief in Indiana and Illinois and the division’s thirty four Michigan corps.
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The
Salvation Army
Gratiot
Alma
Brigadier Withers
Indiana
Minois
Illinois
Michigan
Samuel Withers
Clearing Figures in Alma Show Banking Activity
The Record publishes weekly local bank clearings as a barometer of business. 1621 total clearing stood at 150,425.08 with a weekly average of 821.60. current week 101,546.71. year-ago week 106,185.06, suggesting one third of total business is reflected and Alma is faring well amid changes in costs and commerce.
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Lone
Alma
Erecting New Signs by Republic Truck Sales
The Republic Truck Sales Corporation of this city is erecting new Republic signs on main roads to call attention to its equal Republic service. The Republic Shield is centered on large signs about 6 by 8 feet, finished in black and Republic yellow. One sign is located on The Republic Motor Truck Company's property at the intersection of Euclid, Superior, and Michigan for public viewing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic Truck Sales Corporation
Republic
Republic Shield
Alma
Republic Motor Truck Company
Euclid
Superior
Michigan
Remodeling at Dodge Garage on East Superior Street
The Dodge garage owned by John B Hall on East Superior Street is undergoing extensive alterations this week. Enlarged repair room space will improve handling of Dodge stock while display rooms at the front are reduced but remain usable for displaying vehicles. The stock room is being rearranged along the east wall and the remaining area converted into the former repair room, which will gain about twice its previous floor space.
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Dodge
East Superior Street
John B. Hall
Alma Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Delivers Sugar Industry Appeal
A lively Alma luncheon, despite Col. Frank E. Smith's absence, featured Jotham Allen, Prof. Hamilton, and Dr. Barstow. Allen urged tariff protection for sugar, noting Alma plant paid farmers 567000 in beets and 226000 for labor. petitions to Senators Newberry and Townsend urged a $6 per ton beets price. Barstow highlighted regional cooperation with St Louis, while Toledo visitors' luncheon next week was announced. Hamilton discussed a testing period for business conditions and Alma’s strong position, stressing purity and enlightened citizenship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Chamber of Commerce
Frank E. Smith
J. J. Winslow
Jotham Allen
Professor Hamilton
Dr. Barstow
St. Louis
Charles G. Rhodes
Allen
Alma
Michigan Sugar Company
Newberry
Townsend
J. L. Winslow
Toledo
Chamber of Commerce and Retail Merchants Bureau
City Commission
Roy Hamilton
Alma College
Installation of Alma Chapter 49 O E S Officers
Alma Chapter No. 49 O E S held its officer installation Friday evening April 28 with Past Matron Anna Measinger as installing officer. After installation Past Worthy Patron Frank O Parker presented Past Matrons with pins while Mrs Louise Tarek spoke on behalf of the Past Matrons.
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Alma
Anna Measinger
Frank O. Parker
Alma Chapter
Louise Tarek
City Clerk Hayward Resigns Amid Salary Cuts
City Commission informal session proposes budget reductions for 1922 23 cutting several salaries including the city clerk from 3000 to 2000 causing Francia C Hayward to resign. The clerk may stay on until mid month while the commission seeks a successor, Hayward plans to return to Detroit. He came to Alma from Detroit two years ago after auditing the city's books.
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City Commission
Francia C. Hayward
Hayward
William E. Reynolds
I. W. Adams
Detroit
Alma
Toming
Hooper Leases Waterloo Creamery
Hooper of Alma purchases the Waterloo Creamery plant and signs a lease to Clinton Creamery Company for 625 dollars monthly. The lease aims to keep milk flow steady, with taxes and maintenance by the owner, ending January 1, 1924, and termination clauses. Also noted are the death of Pine River resident Mrs. Sarah Ann Humphrey and local insurance and ad mentions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsie Sun
Waterloo
F. W. Hooper
Alma
Clinton Creamery Company
Gibbs
Former Resident Died in the East
Mra. W. M. Wilson a former resident of this city died at her daughter’s New York City home on April 25 just shy of 87 years. Born 1849 in Ogdensburg New York she married Virgil M. Wilson in 1868. Survivors include five children in New York City Ohio and Michigan. Funeral held at son W E Wilson’s home and interment in Riverside cemetery.
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Pine River
Sarah Ann Humphrey
Pine River Township
Seville
Mra. W. M. Wilson
Mra
W. B. Hanson
New York City
Ape
Milleson Wt. Trunx
Ogdensburg
N. Y
Virgil M. Wilson
Saginaw
Ann Arbor
Alma
Wilson
Elise
The
Presbyterian Church
W. EE. Hannon
J. L. Wilson
Elmore
Ohio
P. H. Watkins
H. T. Wilson
W. EB. Wilson
New York
W. E. Wilson
West Center Street
Rev. Gelston
Riverside Cemetery
New Episcopal Church Rector Named for Alma
St. John’s Episcopal Church selects James M. Horton of Kingsville Ontario as its new rector after a year without a resident pastor. Horton, who has grown a Kingsville congregation to 125 members and built a parish house, arrives with strong community work credentials. His first Alma services are May 7 at 10 am and 7 pm.
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St. John's Episcopal Church
James M. Horton
Kingsville
Ontario
Jermin
Bay City
Horton
Alma
Episcopal Church
Taylor Named Secretary Manager of Alma Chamber of Commerce
Stewart N. Taylor was appointed at a recent meeting as the Secretary manager of the Alma Chamber of Commerce, succeeding H. E. Reece. Taylor has prior experience assisting Reece and has served as acting secretary manager since Reece left for Saginaw.
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Stewart N. Taylor
Alma Chamber of Commerce
H. E. Reece
Taylor
Reece
Saginaw
Weather Report for April With Temperatures and Precipitation
The mean maximum was 57 degrees and mean minimum 35. The 75 degree high occurred April 7 and 26 degree lows on April 1 2 and 21. Total precipitation was 3.09 inches, with 1.2 inches in 24 hours on April 11. Snowfall reached 11 inches. There were 15 clear days 9 partly cloudy and 6 cloudy days.
City to pave West End Downie and Woodworth streets
City Commission adjourned hearing confirms special assessment rolls for paving West End Downie and Woodworth avenues with five year bonds. Woodworth paving from Superior street north, Downie from State street to Park avenue, West End two blocks from State, one block unpaid unless petition. Savings this year vs last under bonds and cheaper construction anticipated.
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City Commission
North Woodworth Ave
West End
Downie
Woodworth Avenue
Superior Street
Downie Street
State Street
Park Avenue
West End Street
State
Wright
Pine Avenue
Prospect Avenue
Elwell Street
Alma College Senior Class May Morn Breakfast at Home
Dean Katherine Roberts supervised the Alma College Senior Class May Day breakfast hosted by Miss Mildred Cash on Grant Avenue. The morning featured a yellow and white Maypole motif and yellow arbutus favors with a three course breakfast served by Marguerite Field Gladys Fryxell and Helen Brien.
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Katherine Roberts
Alma College
Mildred Cash
Grant Avenue
Marguerite Field
Gladys Fryxell
Helen Brien
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Polly
South Woodworth
Home Service Appeal
Dodge Garage
Barstow
Hamilton
Haywarts
Hooper
Waterloo Creamery
KE. W. Albright
Allen Ave
CIREU
NEW Episcopal Church
J. M. Horton
C. of
Weather Report
CITY
Downie and Woodworth
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