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Newspaper

The Alma Record

Location

Alma, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1894

Page

3

Democratic County Convention Nominates slate in Gratiot

The Gratiot county Democrat convention met in Lansing and nominated representatives and county officers after a day of credentials, temporary to permanent organization, and heated debate on fusion with populists. Willoughby and Gulick led initial ballots. Douglass was chosen Elba clerk. Harris named treasurer. Lake rejected. McCall, Kennedy and others debated fusion and party unity before adjournment.

Neder le B. Wowlrai Perrinton Woodrail Frank Peet Laffayette Uae Seville P. Taylor G. Bartell F Hideau LT. Klewin Wheeler G. P. Young A. Johnstone L. Waggoner W. Oberill G. W. Torbert St. Louis J. Marks Geo. Smith J. W. Burgess N. Smith S. Kennedy A. F. Wright T. G. Dut E. Arnold Eloa A. Peterson A- W. D. J. Bishop L. Fuller G. C Doi Washington Wm. Long Gev English LP. Stanley D. McEndarfer Fulton J. B. Willuazhby Wm. Howie Henry Reed J. Naldvert W Hoxie Henry Stitt Hew Hayenoj Biddle W. Williams P. Moor T. Cul Newark J. G. Kinney Des Quick P. Porter C. Beline Tehavn J. W. Harris A. Criford WD. Tucker CM. Brown W. D. Soot Win. Sull Sual H. J. Crawford Sheava FB. Wileloughby Scott W. A. Bahike Willoughby Gulick Elba George C. Douglass Kennedy Bahike Dougines Douglass Ber Elba DG. Hall John W. Harris Ithaca Walter Hoxie B.C. Lake Mr. Lake Meury Stitt Stiles Kennedy Nae Newel Smit William Long Mnd E. McCall Metall Newel Smith Archie McCall Graham Samper Suydam Alma Ur. Gratin Samuel Bigelow Sorptier Hatrad Commalttre Ke BP Peet Daniel Clarke Michaen Chirke Jno de Weller Charke McCall Mae W. A. Bahlke Mr. Baulke Stiles Bette Gratiot Elisha McCall

Washington Letter alleging pension office abuse in campaigns

The Washington Letter accuses the U S pension bureau of partisan misuse to influence congressional elections. It claims lists of applicants were provided to Democrats to secure votes, with accusations of impropriety, clerical delays, and manipulation of approvals affecting soldiers. The piece also critiques Democratic campaign leadership, Georgia results, and New York uncertainties, framing the administration and party figures in a contentious light.

U.S. Pension Bureau Congress Lidinna Neiny Democrate Party Democraticc Babcock AJP. A Congressional Committee Apsley Mass Georgia Faulkner Tps Hoke Smith Campalion New York All Hill

Kissed a Princess and the Philadelphia Bet

The Philadelphia Times recounts Barton’s daring wager to kiss a Portuguese Brazilian princess during a royal coach procession in Rio. The act sparked diplomatic tension, a court martial, and a presidential review, ending with Barton’s reaffirmation of bold American daring and reinstatement in service.

Delaware Troy Meyer Het Flere Fan Philadelphia Darton Aniler Sailliie Nilsaire Arnone Alot M. Para Barton Rio Harrow Nso Hussars Don Prin Nf Noreant Teeton Muidielons Wxoelent Yienpartt Uye Mey Conor Giekewr Geygertioss Rishi Kiennie Payal Cotta Garmlene Waniolestek Lip Bharies Plelmtoy Tilsdeunor Perngrat Ranite Philadelpha Parsethe Cenenil Tapisin Bengunens Heuer Prohehan Hragil Ratton Harton Wisington Thorton Rendo Bragman Slater Busury Brazil Navy Army and Navy Thas King Woodbury Shipette Tron Skipwi Philadelphia Times

Memory of a Turbulent Night in the Settlement

Residents recount a violent winter night in the frontier settlement as alarms rose over horse thefts and looming threats. A Methodist preacher urged patience amid looming threats while weapons were gathered and vigilante mood grew, ending in a tense late exchange and preparations for defense.

Diane Muring Cy Williams Thom Natalie Bennet Morniis Hamid Wadoon

Shilling a Dozen Washerwomen in a Courtroom Tale

In a rugged tale the washerwomen demand higher wages from a master. They press him in a tense room, asking if he will wash twelve collars for a shilling. A stout steward explains and leads the women in, while the master’s fate hangs on the exchange.

Jowett Gill

Shifting Sands Real Estate Transfers in Gratiot County

Week ending Sept 20, 1804 records show multiple property transfers including Rachel K Spear to Charles Lam phear. Jonathan Ly Miller. John T Ewing to Joe Sleight. Millard Grotaggh to Emma Boots. James Mahar to Elba. Henry B Cine Moses Trey to lot blocks in Bridgeville. Agnes Rowell to Carroll Bettos and wife.

Rachel K. Spear Charles Lamphear Prcran Hayette Steteee Josthan Ly Miler Arondia John T. Ewing Joe T AMA Ieee Millard Grotaggh Emma J Boots Pt Pompeti James Mahar Seotsescot Elba Henry B. Cine Moses Trey Bridgeville Agnes Rowell Carrolll, Bettos and Wite

Mackion's Arning Sele for Credit Sale Promises Satisfaction

An advertisement claims Mackion's Arning Sele offers chemical remedies for a range of conditions including skin diseases and piles with a money refund if not satisfied. It states products are sold by Ho Webb and promises guaranteed satisfaction or refund.

Mackion Cate Ho Webb

Pree Thote and Kin Covers Kaw Iternige Tale

A fragmented OCR piece mentions Kin Covers Kaw, Howie Opportunits, and a delivery Bottled Tree scheme. It references a site called Ring's Niw Site Pilly Vroom and a health gate, with notes about costs and a shopping store.

Dr. Kin Ring Gate To Health

Order Form for World Fair Directory and Art Portfolio

A garbled prospectus promises a World Fair Directory and art portfolio at a discounted price. It lists payment in postage stamps, claims a regular price, and offers a refund if unsatisfied, with a Chicago address for Ad dence HV, BOCKLEN 400.

Bocklen Chicago

Unclear steamship schedule and fare notices at Grand Haven

Fragmentary OCR describes steamers to Milwenkes and the North-west from Grand Haven and Muskegon with limited sailing days including Sundays. Mentions fare details, ticketing, berths, and lines between Chicago and nearby ports.

Milwenkes Haven Wagner Marter Ron Twevif Meskogon Fspm Anil Grand Haven Citenne Chicags Kupper Gorthel Steamners Wanker Chioiga Benner Nua Bay

Nervine Remedy Praised By Ringwood Mr. Wood

An 3 month user reports Dr Miles Restorative Nervine saved his life from chronic nervousness and insomnia. He suffered headaches and sought doctors without relief before finding relief with Nervine. The testimonial is part of a dated ad offering the product.

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