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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1907
Page
7
Legal notice records indicate a publication order for Melvin Parker and related defendants. The notice outlines complaint details, deadline for copies, publication requirements, and court actions regarding mortgage and sale terms with addresses and dates in Clinton County Michigan.
A New York City meeting of the Young Men's chapter of the Lewis Avenue congregation urged placing the phrase In God We Trust on coins. The group supported Roosevelt's stance on continuing use of the phrase and opposed removing religious sentiment from national life, urging recognition of God while preserving sacred elements in public life. The document also notes judicial and county court appointments in Michigan and Gratiot County with dates in 1907.
An advertisement extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for pelvic organ displacement and female weakness including headaches and dizziness. It claims the formula contains no alcohol or habit forming drugs and highlights printed ingredients on the bottle wrapper. The copy promotes the Pleasant Pellets as a companion remedy and defends against inferior substitutes.
An advertisement touts a home preparation mixing dandelion fluid extract, syrup sarsaparilla, and other ingredients to cleanse the kidneys and relieve urinary troubles. It claims rapid elimination of uric acid with no stomach harm and urges trial, noting endorsements by a supposed eminent authority. Also promotes Dr Colwell's Egyptian Pile Cure with a reader guaranty.
Detroit and Buffalo market notes for November 26 describe grain bids and oats futures in Chicago and Detroit, with cattle prices at Buffalo for beef, veal, and stockers. Reports list fat cows, heifers, steers, bulls, and stocker ranges with varied prices and regional quotes.
Maine Fish Planter’s tale describes a Salem harbor tragedy and a plan to replace fisheries losses. The report blends local industry with a sensational murder story at the end, noting a Washington headline about a worker’s shooting amid romantic tragedy.
The article profiles Sarah Josepha Hale born 1788 Newport Rhode Island, author of Mary’s Little Lamb and promoter of Thanksgiving. It recalls her marriage to David Hale, move to Boston, editing work, and enduring family life while championing a national Thanksgiving Day. It also references her support networks, family anecdotes, and enduring literary legacy amid 19th century society.
The piece recalls the 1621 Plymouth feast, noting Bradford's fast day proclamation for prayer and the later revival of English harvest customs. It mentions Winslow’s letter describing the day, and Ninety Indians arriving with food to aid the settlers as famine loomed.
More than 500 members of an American society and guests gathered November 20 at the Hotel Cecil in London for the annual Thanksgiving dinner. The event featured a pumpkin-shaped menu, decor of garden produce, and remarks by Johan Morgan Richards praising President Roosevelt as a unifying, respected figure admired by both Britain and the United States.
Wealthy residents of Westchester County New York and Chicago area benefactors organized large charitable Thanksgiving dinners. William Rockefeller's associate coordinated turkey donations for needy neighbors while other affluent figures hosted meals at homes and farm locations. In Chicago, 3000 Newsboys were fed at a major annual event with hundreds of turkeys and varied foods distributed.
Old newspaper notice touts Holliver’s Rocky Mountain Tea and Tablets as remedies for constipation indigestion and weakness. The ad claims the product improves appetite and general health after use at night and mentions Geo H. Susser as the seller.
A whimsical portrait of Dr David Hill likening him to a master diplomat in Washington. He never refused a request yet granted it with bewildering multilingual flair, delivering a crucial update to a reporter only after a night of language flights and courtesy.
A London dental hospital case describes a young woman who underwent tooth extraction under anesthesia. A chlorite capsule and outside screw activation induced unconsciousness. she woke free of pain, but the anesthesia was later found unnecessary as suggestive hypnotic influence produced the insensibility.
Evangelist Torrey spoke at the Great Northern theater in Chicago about post resurrection bodies. he argued they will work without fatigue and will not wear clothing. He also referenced conversations with large crowds and speculated on future physical forms and activities after the resurrection. The report notes a buffalo memorial tree-planting event and a separate note about a Chinese merchant Chan Tai Muen proposing a government waste paper collection contract worth 4,500 per year in Kwengebow and Shivhne prefectures.
An old advertisement offers Dr King’s New Life Pills as a bowel cleanser and tonic for headache and jaundice. It notes a coal stove used four weeks and lists 412 Hastings Street as the sale location, with a reason given as furnace removal.
The piece recounts L. T. Cooper’s growing following and nationwide sales of his stomach health preparations. It cites two testimonials from Chicago followers, Mrs Agnes Wiegenhouser and W B Stewart, claiming lasting relief and renewed vitality after using the remedies, while noting widespread belief and skepticism about the therapy.
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