Western Central States economic outlook improves 1922
Economist Roger W Balizon reports improvement across the western central states after 1920s depressions. He cites Detroit and smaller auto areas stagnating, coal districts awakening, farming diversifying, and a projected 1442 upturn with lakes opening markets in spring. Cincinnati Chicago Cleveland running near 80% capacity. Dayton Ohio emerges as the most prosperous city.
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Roger W. Balizon
Buffalo
Pittsburgh
Atlanta
Chivas
St. Louis
Detroit
Michigan
Akron
Ohio
New Eyeland
Wales
Indiana
Wlindy
South Bend
Wayne
Inke
Statie
Werterm
Hank
Chilitiana
Bahson
Cincinnati
Chicago
Cleveland
Canton
Columbus
Toledo
Deyton
Memorial Day Proclamation by Michigan Governor 1922
The proclamation recalls Civil War aims and the end of slavery, honoring veterans of Civil War Spanish-American and World Wars. It urges observance of Memorial Day on May 30, with half-staff flags until noon, and asks Michigan residents to cooperate in proper local observances. It is dated May 17, 1922, and signed with the Great Seal.
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Ameng
Republic
Shiloh
Gettysburg
America
Michigan
Commonwealth
Market optimism grows as salesmanship gains pace
Markets show rising confidence with a Babson index up 8 percent over the past week. General business lags below normal, but improvement is seen in building activity, hinting at a stronger spring, provided localities respond to efforts to stimulate demand.
Musical Contest at Mt Pleasant Promotes Wide Interest
Alma High School contestants include vocal soloists Lois Smith Marian Grover Miley Chaffin tenor Kenneth Holmes and instrumental soloists Viella Johnson Doris Slinglutt and Boutrive Snider. The event, directed by Herault Powers, drew school music supervisors and broad public cooperation. An eloquent preacher Rev MR Bready to speak at 11:00 AM at the Methodist Church next Sunday. Londoners go to bed early per underground census noting early bedtimes and trains. The Greenhoe families thank community for support after father's death.
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Herault Powers
Central Michigan Normal
Alma High School
Lois Smith
Marian Grover
T Nor
Miley Chaffin
Haritone
Kenneth Holmes
Viella—Rupeal
Johnson
Doris Slinglutt
Ist
Maudie Kelley
Lell Smith
Dorothy Allen
Boutrive Snider
KR. H. Bready
Methodist Episcopal Church
Dr. Bready
Grand Rapids
Alma locals note weekend visits and civic events
Alma residents share weekend visits as Mrs. Ralph D Wheaton and others travel to Detroit and Farmington. Local clubs plan meetings and programs at East Alma churches, Republic school, and the university.
Miss Marguerite Gorman Dies At Home In East Alma
East Alma report notes Miss Marguerite Gorman died at Michigan Ave home after an attack of ephal meningitis. Also listed are local notices: Mr George F Rider hospitalized for kidney trouble. Mr Tom Abby of New York arrived with bride Mrs Frank Fought. Mrs Blakely hosted visitors. Mrs Francis King spoke at the Parent Teachers Club, praised for a gold medal from a horticultural society. a Republic School clinic treated 16 children with Drs Smith and Dubois performing operations, under Gratiot County Good Health Society auspices.
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Harold Manley
East Alma
Hannah Ave
Eastminster Chapel
Empire of Alaska
C.e
Dan Cole
Grove
Lyle Ball
Townsvile
Dean
Shepherd
Misa Worth
Petoskey
Mt. Pleasant Normal School
Harald Dean
Marguerite Gorman
Michigan Ave
George F. Rider
Francisco Ave
Tom Abby
New York City
Herbert Abby
Dean St
Frank
Ray Cosby
Lake Orlewan
Blakely
Fastward St
Francis King
Parent-Teachers Club
Republic School
Robert Grierson
America
Colonels Smith Speech at C M Eet Inspires Chamber
Colonel Smith addressed the chamber about economic recovery and construction growth while warning against overconfidence and tariff and bonus risks. He cited inflation, deflation, and overbuilt plants as negatives, with rising iron and steel output, lower interest rates, and improving employment as positives. Rev Duffey chaired. Mrs McKenzie sang. H S Batcock praised Mrs Froused for luncheon work.
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Germany
England
France
Italy
United States
Ike
Smith
Mental Laziness and the Secret to Modern Progress
An essay-like meditation argues that thinking before acting is essential for progress. It warns against relying on natural ability alone and emphasizes deliberate thought to improve methods, data handling, and future outcomes.
Kelley Attacks Newberryism in Michigan Senate Bid
Representative Patrick H. Kelley denounces what he calls Newberryism as the central issue in Michigan's senatorial race, claiming voters are immoral if they allow money to decide the contest. The Detroit Free Press argues Kelley insults the electorate, questions his trust in voters, and notes his campaign ethics contrast with Townsend's.
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Patrick H. Kelley
Townsend
Congress
Mr. Kelley
Jesus
Kelley
Michigan
Senate of the United
Patrick Kelley
Senate
Washington
Bo Diike
Townson
Capital
United States
Amurea
Cummon
Detroit Free Press
Crystal Lake Bus Service Opens May 25
Beginning May 25 a daily bus runs to Crystal Lake from Wrights house at 7:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. Special trips can be arranged at Morton's Feed Barn, FF, M. Baker.
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Crystal Lake
Wrights Louse
Morton's
M. Baker
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Jackson
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Farmington
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California
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Cadillac
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Big Mary’s Alter Society
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College Ave
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Alma College
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