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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1901
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text describes a man ill and only able to work half time, implying a comparison to being only half a man and prompting reflections on energy, worth, and vitality. The legible phrases reference lack of matter and a sense of reduced capability amid illness, though many words are garbled.
Memorial services were held at the M. Behared church in Elm Hall with Rev. Mafer and Rev. Harding officiating. The event brought together Elm Hall and Cedar Corners school groups, who joined in processions, prayers, and a patriotic program honoring presidents Lincoln Gadfield and Mewinier, followed by a reception and community mingling.
The column records numerous residents of Ithaca and nearby towns traveling, visiting relatives, and attending events last week. Names include Mos Murphp Frank Hubeeviily, Sexton of Mowell, A. Th Sittler, Saul Netvere, Mes Breon, Casper Mitenttire and wife, Isaac Altenburg, and others. Also noted are weddings for Edgar Warner and Lillian Britton, and Ovis Moser and Jennie Welstr with dates and officiant Rev. J.C. Cook.
An advertisement promotes Malls Catarrh Cure as a universal remedy, claiming it cures catarrh by a “perfect combination” of ingredients. It urges readers to mail for testimonials and notes the product is prescribed by top physicians.
Miss Ruth Smith of Danbin visits Sumner relatives. No church service Sunday due to not having a preacher yet. Chanstock Booth died last Friday. funeral held Sunday at 2 o'clock at his home.
A long list of names, travels, illnesses, and small events from a Michigan community. Mentions include Mr. and Mrs. Huter, Mrs. Lisla Wilson, Miss Grave Monette, and Dr. Gratiani. Reports cover house moves, illnesses, harvest work, school repairs, and social visits with scattered dates like September 14 and September 21.
Miss Ethel St John of Alma visits friends in town while Henry Vankoos and Jully tour Prank Wangard’s. Mrs Willis Rout and Mrs L D Src plan a business trip to Dreekinrioge Saturday. Mal McPurin of Salt River visits at S F Sipley’s last Saturday. Cupper and wife of Wheeler visit at My Coach’s Sunday. Horace Feed and Phoebe Phipps attended a marriage ceremony last Dit day. The yemasters of the Prade Tang Le Belle performed at The mittory. King preached one sermon at the Pree Methodist church on Jay Gert Sibley’s birthday. Witte Wis Jett attended the service but an explosion occurred at a nearby business Monday evening. Cal Myer travelled to Aviva for bouts.
Fragmented OCR notes report on Breckinridge area events with names and places garbled. Mentions Ethaea and local schools, Valley residents Shane and Marrist, and unspecified social updates amid unclear timings and persons.
Readable fragments recount Seville Center week entries from Manistee visits and family mentions. Names appear with addresses and kin, plus scattered items about licenses and local events. A doctor testimonial cites Back Inn’s Arnica Salve as a remedy for skin issues and injuries.
An old advertisement touts Scott s Emulsion as a fat-adding remedy claiming it builds new flesh without tiring the user. It targets thin people, promises easier work, better appetite, and weight gain. A free sample offer is printed with a crude address line.
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