Alma notices and local events highlight Mothers Day observance
The Alma city scene includes reports of sales and visits, a band concert, and Mothers Day plans at the Presbyterian church with a governor proclaimed program. Attendees may be transported by request, and Rev Crain coordinates rides for mothers and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma City
Miiday
Geo. F. Germane
Lansing
Moyer Ave
John Ankney
Ankney
Alma
Clare Sale
G. Hy
Presbyterian Church
Gov. Osborn
TL. Crain
Maj
Union
Miller Bros Shoes Off Sale and Local Notices
Miller Bros advertises a four dollar off shoe sale and frequent discounts. Local figures note Miller Bros promotions and visits by James G. Kress, M A Bamborough, and Dr. R A Northway. events include a May 10 debate between Greenville and Alma high schools about the Reciprocity Treaty. Almas public exhibits and a postponed band concert are also mentioned along with other local business notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller Bros
James G. Kress
Stanton
James Fonter
Ithacs
M. A. Bamborough
Chicago
Alma Paobdtio
Alma
A. P. Cook
Adrian Alia
Cook
Greenville High School
Alma High School
Grenville
Jone
Canada
Card of Thanks for Msbanit and Father
The Raycraft family expresses heartfelt thanks for sympathy and acts of kindness during the sickness and death of their loved one. Mrs. Mary Raycraft and children appreciate the support from many friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dene
Msbanit
Mary Raycraft
Wright hall open house delights Alma students
The Wright hall open house Saturday evening featured visits to the girls rooms and entertainment by the fair residents. The reception hall was prettily decorated and upper halls were beautified, though several valuable pictures were missing from the girls rooms. Ralph O. von Thurn returned to Alma last week after extended travel in Virginia and southern states. Dr Bruske and Prof Ewing attended the Round Table meeting at Mt Pleasant Friday with Dr Bruske leading the moral education discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright Hall
Naval
Ralph O. von Thurn
Alma
Virginia
Dr. Bruske
Ewing
the Round Table
Mt Pleasant
Bruske
Alma 1911 Council Proceedings in Alma Michigan May Meeting
Regular meeting of Alma city council held in council rooms May 1911 with Mayor J M Montigel presiding. Aldermen Knight Palfrey Bansill Fullerton Fraker and Demuth Push through proposals on sewer committee water meter usage street signs sidewalk and dog wardens while approving reports and footing bills totaling $225.00 plus miscellaneous items and adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
Miah
City of
J. M. Montigel
Alds
Knight
Palfrey
Bansill
Fullerton
Fraker
Demuth
Puller
Ald
Ray Fuller
Deniwth
Fuller
Soule
Water Commissioner
Telephone Co
City Hall
Yeas
Paltrey
H. J. Winchell
Montigel
Geo. Willard
Ald. Fuller
Pallerton
Ald Paltrey
Ald. Knight
General Fond
Alma Grain & L. Co
Alma Grain & L Co
J. B. Fuller
B. Hicok & Son
L. Mollenheck
Caple Hardware Co
Day
David Howe
Marshall Dallas
H. J. Sullinger
Ed Sparks
Bert Toft
Smith & Carr
Bereaved Family Thanks Friends for Support After Loss
Mr and Mrs Frank Ziengenfuss and family extend thanks to friends who assisted during their sister and daughters bereavement and to neighbors for floral offerings in this time of sorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Ziengenfuss
Alma residents aided daughter after fire injuries
Mr. and Mrs. James Graves Sandusky Michigan express gratitude to Alma citizens who helped their daughter during injuries by fire and for floral tributes sent after her death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma
James Graves
Sandusky, Mich
Hair Beautifier Endorsement in 1910 Reading Ad
Miss Alice Balmer of 3rd street Reading Massachusetts promotes Parisian Sage. She states it cleanses the scalp cures dandruff makes hair lose no strands and fluffy. The ad urges purchases from Chas Rhodes for a 40 cent bottle with a money back guarantee if dandruff or hair loss persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Balmer
Isa
Third Street
Reading
Chas
Rhodes
Mi O Na stomach tablets promise quick relief
An advertisement touts Mi O Na stomach tablets as fast relief for upset stomachs and as a stomach builder to aid digestion. It claims cure guarantees, a 50 cent price for a large box, doctor endorsement, and offers free trial treatment by mail to readers of the Record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas
Rhodes
Mina
Tooth
Miva
Buffalo
Civil Service Examination in Rural Carrier Details
Washington DC April 18 1911 notice from the Civil Service Commission requesting at least six applicants for a rural carrier exam to be held May 90 1811 at the commission office. The letter asks post offices to publicize, provide forms, and ensure applications reach Washington ten days before the exam to admit qualified applicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D. C
Civil Service Examiners
Alma Mich
Civil Service Commission
Washington, DC
Meise
Jomn C Mack
White Lead Production: Carter White Seaf Co Meet Course
The Carter White Seaf Co of Chicago sent Professor West complete samples of material used to make white lead. The sequence demonstrates each step in the process with initial sample of puree peas and a one pound can of paint ready for sale. The old Dietch process required 120 days, while the Carter method completes in 11 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter White Seaf Co
Chicago
Prof. West
Chemical Department
Ditech
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Royal Grape
LOGHL
Ryan
Merritt Ayas
Estelle Swain
St. Louis
AW Bennett Messie
Roy Anderson
James Davidson
Stopple
Farwell
Oxfords
Mertie E Meteee
Clare
Cinnamon Bears
Stiller Bbag
E. P. Felch
Grand Rapids
C. Neidhardt
R.A. Northway
Osteopath
Mr. Pleasant
W. H. Open House
Council Proceedings
Robinson
Garden of Eden
D. W. Robinson
Rexall
Grover’s Drug Store
Kexall
Mich
Nair
Cushing & Benedict
Opera House
Alma, Mich
Rice & Hutchins
J. Cohen & Bro
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