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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1889
Page
2
A chaotic clash described as a desperate fight ends with roughly 200 deaths amid rioting and prison attacks. Reports detail attackers seizing control, heavy gunfire, and a swift police response, with deaths among guards and inmates. The violence sparks international concern and prompts government action and intensified security measures.
The House examined Abbott’s bill for murder death penalties with amendments proposed by Waite. Arguments cited prior executions and fears of inequality, while others urged deterrence. Other measures passed or failed included military corrections reform, railway ticket pricing, and notary public appointments. Local incidents included assaults and a Marquette murder-suicide, with details limited to reported proceedings and outcomes.
The fragmentary items report abductions and criminal acts by Moora, local deaths including Leaner Wilson, and varied community notes. It mentions the GAR fundraising, a train wreck investigation, and multiple political and civic happenings across Ishpeming, Lansing, Flint, and surrounding towns with several named individuals and institutions.
An essay discusses how people value a friend’s affectionate denial more than mere compliance. Archdeacon Allen’s polite conduct toward all, from cottages to mansions, is highlighted. The piece surveys crime statistics from Brockway and George, debating punishment versus reform and whether rising crime stems from intellect or morality.
Theater folk at Westminster Hotel teased Jal Haverty about a tale of Mike Angelo being banned from Stetson's Globe. Haverty denied knowing such a Mike Angelo while Stetson later quipped the joke, noting misnaming. The exchange sparked laughter and a retelling among the company.
At a Medico Legal Society meeting a report on sensational poisoning cases aroused debate. Drifting notes describe alleged arsenic and kidney disease confusions, improper treatments, and cautions about diagnosing rare illnesses. A dubious cure and criticized practices sparked strong criticism of medical professionals involved. A lottery anecdote closes the report with quotes from Lorena Sibert and a drawing tale.
Public notices advertise a health elixir claiming to cure liver and kidney issues and consumption. The message invites readers to request a free large package of the medicine by sending an address to T. A. Slocum at Poart Street, promising dramatic ‘cures’ and urging urgent contact.
Fragmented OCR passage mentions Scott's Expulsion of Cod Liver Oil and Hypophosphites praised as palatable and effective for consumption and wasting diseases. Also references travel ads for Colorado and Las Vegas hot springs, cigars, and a promotional tourist rate with illustrated materials.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions French culinary trade and a claimed offer of $100, with unclear names and places. The legibility is too poor to extract coherent events, entities, or dates. The piece reads like a dated ad or notice with many misspellings and broken words.
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