Risch Dies After Typhoid Siege at 50 in Alma
W H Risch died Monday night after a severe bout with typhoid fever. Born June 1879 in Salem township Ohio, he moved to Alma two years ago and ran a furniture stock business before moving to Saskatchewan last June. He leaves wife and two young children, with services at home and burial in Williamston Michigan.
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W. H. Risch
Canadian Northwest
William Hobart Risch
Salem Township
Ottawa County
Ohio
J. F. Anderson
Williamston
Mich
Risch
Alma
McCurdy
Saskatchewan
Canada
Park Avenue
Remmin
Gratiot County Fair Opens Here With Record Attendance
The Gratiot County fair opened this week with strong turnout as races began on Wednesday. A notable draw is the star horses from Ithaca track bringing speed and excitement. Exhibits are strong, attendance grows daily, and organizers predict this year’s fair will be the largest success in recent years.
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Itbaca
Local church guild honors Mrs Ballen at special meeting
A special Ladies' Guild gathering at St. John's Church honored Mrs. Ballen with a gift from the president and members. Mrs. Sharrar hosted a bridge party for Mrs. Johnson of Oklahoma with guests from Arizona and Detroit, carnations decking the table. Upcoming events include the M. E. Church Woman's Foreign Missionary Society meeting at Mrs. Delavans' home, the Alma College coaching hire for Hi W. Grady, and the Princes Willard Union in City Park with a baked owl entertainment at the M. E. Church.
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Ladies’ Guild
St. John's Church
A. J. Hall
B.C. Ballen
Guild
Ballon
George Sharrar
T. A. Johnson
Oklahoma
Arizona
Detroit
Hi. W. Grady
Alma College
Depaw College
Jesse C. Harper
Princes Willard Union
M. E. Church
Bada
Messinger's
Revival of the Morgan horse breed in modern efforts
A historical recount traces the Morgan horse breed from widespread belief in its demise to recent agricultural outreach. It notes past controversy over breeding aims and a renewed attempt to revive classic champions such as Champion Black Hank Ethan Allen and Daniel Lambert, with no clear success yet.
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D. C. Linsley
Morgan
Linsley
St. Louis
Staundard
Justin Morgan
Department of Agriculure
Ilank
Ethan Allen
Daniel Lambert
Parish Ball Game Draws Crowd at Wright Park
Enjoyed day at Wright Park featured a ball game between Forest Hill and parish boys on Davis Wield as part of a church program. Petrie pitched well but costly errors and lack of practice led to a 58 to 50 defeat. net proceeds near 30 dollars from the game and total over 100 dollars from the day will fund a new rectory on East Downey Street.
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Lakes of St. Mary's Church
Wrinkt Park
Davis Wield
Forest Hill
Petrie
East Downey Street
Apo
They Lost Their Nerve in City Park Vote Scare
The St Louis Leader reports that on June 30 the council ordered a 1600 special election for park funding. A land purchase was underway after a committee bid on real estate, but four council members grew hesitant and the plan stalled, leaving the bond vote unresolved.
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Upiler
St Louis
Auction sale changed date for Robinson house and lots
The Robinson house and lot sale was adjourned to Saturday September 1 at 2 PM local time. Afterward the vacant Highland avenue lots will be offered for sale once the house sale is completed. Baptist church ladies held a candy and baked goods sale at Crandall Scott's. proceeds benefited the church.
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Highland Avenue
The
Ladies of the Baptist Church
Crandall & Scott's Furniture Store
Detroit primary election tips valid for September 6 1910
The city clerk outlines polling hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and enrollment rules for voters. Qualified electors may transfer enrollment, enroll if ill or absent, or vote if turning 21 after enrollment day, with party affiliation fixed. Delegates to the county convention may be written or printed on the ballot.
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Detroit Free Press
Corporation Counsel of
Detroit
Reece Tin
Manne
Voter Ballot Rules For Primary Election Challenges
The article describes how voters receive a ballot matching their enrolled party and lists challenger rights. It specifies eligibility checks by precinct voters or inspectors, the process for folding ballots with numbered perforations, and the authority of party appointed challengers to oversee voting, mirroring general election powers.
Alma’s Nelson Bros Build Up Local Foundry Industry
The Alma scene sees Nelson Bros expanding a foundry begun three years ago by Clare and Parry Netson. Their pumpjack invention drives demand, manufacturing 35 units daily and adding a carload weekly, with 20 workers already employed and more to come as capacity grows. The operation, once an implement shop, now stands as a developing major local industry with steady employment.
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Alma Thas
Tt Te
J. M. Montigel
Son Boos
Clare
Parry Neteon
Nelson Bros
Alma
Redman Named For Drain Commissioner On Republican Ticket
A candidate for Drain Commissioner on the Republican ticket is E. W. Redman. The article notes his experience, ability, and education, stating he is thoroughly qualified and well known across the county and should receive a large vote in all 26 precincts.
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E. W. Redman
Redman
Coun
State road survey by F W Redman reaches five miles
F W Redman traveled to Tonia county on Wednesday to survey five miles of state road. The task came at the recommendation of State Highway Commissioner T A Ely, seeking assessment of the route and needed improvements.
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F. W. Redman
Tonia County
Mr. Redman
T. A. Ely
Michigan Population Shifts From Rural Counties to Cities
Census figures show Michigan growing to 2,810,173 in 1910 while 26 counties lose population, notably in poultry regions, as residents move to manufacturing centers. Wayne County rises by 182,797, boosting state prominence and potentially an extra U.S. House seat despite overall rural declines.
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Michigan
Census Bureau
Wayne County
Detroit
Antrim
Arenac
Hraveh
Cass
Clinton
Eaton
Gratiot
Hillsdale
Ionia
Joseo
Lake
Lapeer
Lenawee
Livingston
Macomb
Manistee
Mecosta
Menominee
Midland
Montcalm
St. Clair
Sanilac
Shiawassee
Tuscola
van Buren
Washtenaw
Congress
Michigan to gain a congressman under new census
The Grand Rapids Herald notes Michigan’s population of 2,810,173 suggests 13 or 14 seats may be possible under new apportionment. Analysts debate the basic figure around 210,000 to 225,000, with implications for Kent and Ottawa and the overall delegation size.
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Michigan
Grand Rapids Herald
Congress
Kent
Tonia
Ottawa
Herald
Redistricting Michigan’s congressional map urged by experts
W H Park argues Michigan must redraw district lines to reflect population growth, detailing how the Upper Peninsula and Detroit area will split into new districts. He notes potential shifts in the Fifth district and outlines the political effort required for a comprehensive gerry mander update across the lower peninsula. Sweater coats advertised by Messinger’s conclude the item.
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Michigan
Detroit
Upper Peninsula
Iron and Copper Country
Alger County
Peple
Menomines
Lower Peninsula
Straits
Ite Wiblitien
Emmet
Charlevaix
Cheboygan Presquelle
Antrim
Mottmorenes
Otsego
Ad Alpena
Wayne County
Wayne
Kent
Ionia
Otawa
Herald Aid
Benzie
Lake
Leelanaw
Manistee
Mason
Muskegon
Newaygo
Oceana
Wexford
Mecosta
Missaukee
Grand Traverse
Ottawa
Montcalm
Mary Bahlke Dies After Long Illness in Alma Home
Mrs Mary Bahlke aged 85 died after a prolonged illness at her son W A Bahike s home in Alma. Born in Germany August 8 1827 she emigrated to America in 1854 and lived on farms near Lyons Pewamo and Alma. She joined the Presbyterian church later in life and was described as a devout Christian and devoted mother. Funeral services were held at her son s home conducted by Dr A F Briske and interment followed in Riverside Cemetery.
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Mary Thund Mable
W. A. Bahike
Tueasay
Anton Bahlke
America
Lyons
Tonia County
Detroit
Alma
Presbyterian Church
Bahtke
Senate
State Street
A. F. Briske
Riverside Cemetery
Local Happenings and Notices From Lake Odessa Area
Saturday next features the Silver Family Show praised for its start to finish quality and child friendly content. Miss Laura Hunt celebrates her third birthday with admirers aiding the event. Also notices of a lost white fox terrier with black head and white facial stripe, a reward at Frank A. Bennett’s Restaurant, items for sale including an oak library table and an electric lamp, a Rochester radiator, Meesinger’s hosiery for rural mail carriers, and assorted social posts about rural carrier exam participation and visitors to local residents.
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Silver
Lake Odessa
Laura Hunt
Frank A. Bennett
Rochester
Grant
Centre Streets
Meesinger’s
Lucy Ludwig
Stucky
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Att'y
St. Mary's
Parrish
Wright Park
Prins
J. F. Schwartz
Co. Clerk
Fey
W. H. Park
Mary Mnd
Barlke
W. A. Bahlke
Germany
Santa County
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