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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1899
Page
4
An advertisement declares Pabst Malt Extract will enhance female beauty by filling hollows, rounding curves, and developing lines of beauty. It claims the product is a flesh and tissue builder making women plump and rosy and urges readers to try it for a mirror pleasing surprise.
The document outlines examination requirements for applicants seeking civil service roles. It notes tests in penmanship English geography history and government of the United States. Applicants must score at least 75 to remain eligible for reexamination after 80 days and obtain permission from the director.
Grand Rapids official urges preservation of Michigan forests as he recounts the vast historic pine stands of the territory and warns that careless removal by pioneers and loggers damaged soil, rainfall absorption, and future timber wealth. He calls for state forestry protection, leasing limits, and replanting to prevent further loss.
An old advertisement touts Warner’s White Wine of Tar Syrup as a universal cough remedy. It claims to curb a cold in 24 hours if taken promptly and to heal the throat and lungs, promising strong, healthy organs. Sold in 25 and 50 cent bottles by patent medicine sellers.
The St Johns News reviews rapid growth in United States currency in circulation from 1870 to 1890, citing treasury statistics. It notes a 2 percent plus rise in 20 years and marks July 1 1870 and subsequent years with figures, highlighting per capita money in circulation and national economic expansion despite OCR garble.
A vintage advertisement touts Consumption Cure-Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as the best domestic remedy for consumption. It promises a cure if taken promptly, with price listed as 25 and socis in one. The text also mentions a sale at a local druggists and references the product being widely advertised in period markets.
DF County Clerk reports marriage licenses issued on May 1 1923. Names include Whiston Henge Mbunth Wheeler and others. The notice mentions upcoming literary features and images such as Henry van Dyke article on Fisher man's Lack and Niagara Falls photos by Castalene, with references to periodical contents and events.
Fire swept the rear of Clark Brooks saloon and Kennels store room in Saginaw Street area last Saturday. Flames caused heavy damage to the saloon, store room, and adjoining buildings with a gas explosion lifting floorboards. insured values noted and the scene described as extensive ruin.
North West Emerson Mr Chediate yroeste of Mra Wise Sanday rand family were the WO. Dooton mete a trip to Emers sot on its wheel Tuesday. Krank Wiser made a business trip to wt! Tuesday Some of our farmers have got in their sugar beats.
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