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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Europe Beating Us.

ID will surprise many people to learn
that the big European cities have been
growing much faster than those of the
United States This fact is pointed out by
DR.. Albert Shaw in recent book on the
municipal government in Europe.
In 1870 New York had $50, 900 more
people than Berlin In 1880 Berlin had
outstripped New York. Since the German
Franco war the increase in the population
Of Berlin has actually been as great as
that of Chicago. Philadelphia was bigger
than Berlin 80 years ago. Since then it
has only grown by half million, Berlih
by million.
Americans will say that Berlin is excep
tional; that its growth is due TO political
causes But how are they to explain Ham
burgf In 1875 Hamburg had S4s, 900 peo-
pie and Boston 342, 600 In 1890 Ham
burg had 569, $50 and Boston 44S, 900.
Baltimore was once as big as Ham burg
but IL has long been distanced.
Leipsio has grown from 127, 900 In 1878
to 855, 900 in 1890 and has distanced san
Francisco. Even ST Louis has not grown
as rapidly Breslau used to be smaller
than Cincinnati. 1t has now distanced IL
Cleveland and Buffalo and Pittsburg were
all in 1880 bigger than Cologne, but CO.
lOgne was much the biggest in 1890. Dres-
den Is growing more quickly than New
Orleans, and Magdeburg than Milwaukee,
Hanover, though sleepy place enough,
Is growing as quickly as Louisville or Jer-
sey City New York Journal
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
AN ARlSTOcRATlC DWARF.
0 High Birth and Breeding and Was Fs-
vored by Royalty.

On Sept. q, 1897, at his cottage near
Durham, where he had lived i'm rotirement
for many years. died Borulwaski, "A Polish
count. but who had made this country the
home of his latter days Though low of
stature, he was of high birth and breed
ing, which no doubt has caused his case
to be frequently mentioned
He was born in November, 1889. in the
reign of George III. and, as he did not die
till the first year Of that of Queen Victoria,
at the age of 9S years he lived during
those of five British sovereigns AT year
OF age he had attained To only IA inches in
stature; at 6, 10 II inches; at 20, To 33
inches and at 30, to 80 inches. And he
had sister named ADastasia seven years
younger, who when full grown, was
shorter than himself by head and shout
ders, so that she could stand under his
arm. But, though so small in stature, he
was handsome man. his body being of
the most perfect symmetry, and he was
moreover, not only IA wit. but something
of a scholar and an accomplished gentle
man. his mind being cultivated to an ex-
traordinary degree by travel and study, for
he had visited various lands and many of
the royal courts of Europe In earlier life
he had been exhibited and had appeared as
an actor, and George ", as Prince Of
Wales had seen and known him in those
days.
1t is related in the Memoirs of Charles
Mathews" the comedian, that in July,
1921, when George had succeeded TO the
throne, he, previous To being crowned, OBJ
tanned an interview with Borulwaski, and
In IA most delicate manner offered him any
pecuniary help if he needed it To make his
latter days comfortable. He ordered that
his coronation robes should be shown to
the little count and, as favorte valet Of
the king was dying, who remembered the
dwarf, Borulwaski visited his sick cham.
Der at the request of George ". On his
death, on sept 3, 1897, Count Borul.
waski's RETAINS were laid in the Chapel Of
the Nine Affairs at Durham Cathedral
Spare Moments
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Superintendent of Public Instruction.

No Better Selection can be Made.
BENTON HARBoR COLLEGE, Feb. ID, 1897.
To Whom it Concerns 1t was my
pleasure during the summer of '93 to
conduct State Teachers Institute for
Gratiot county, at Ithaca. During this
time / had the fullest opportunity to
examine the work of the County Com
Mr.. O. c. Tuttle. l am inn
pressed by the thorough going sympa-
thy that evidently exists between him
and his teachers, and by his intelligent
grasp of the duties of his office and his
evident ability to discharge them. In
my opinion no better selection for this
important office can be made than that
of Prof o c. Tuttle.
G. j. EDGCUMBE, A. NJ, Phi. d.
President of Benton Harbor College.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

In letter issued and published In
several free silver papers of last week
by the executive committee OF the
Union Silver Party, we clip the follow
ing fool hardy sentences. Mckinney
is now discharging the. duties of presl-
dent and the dreaded pail of business
depression still hangs over us.
The fact still remains that quaint misery
stalks abroad in the land, and more
people are being fed by the hand OF
charity than ever before" Had this
come from the hand of a school boy 1t
would need no explanation, but coming
as it does from men who pretend to be
of sound mind it sounds very fishy. We
are not surprised, as they commenced
this kind of bulldozing the next morn
ing after election They are determined,
by their crazy yell, to make things as
dark as possible, not even waiting for
congress to get together. A man with
an ounce of brains could not expect an
immediate change from the existing
conditions the same men got the nation
into, until the new administration can
get to work These men know 1T, but
they prefer to deceive the people, think
ing all people fools and will listen to
their song.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Women as Street Cleaners.

The streets of Cannes are probably the
oleanest in the world. The pavement gen.
orally is of large blocks Of stone. Every
morning and every evening the street
cleaning brigade takes possession. They
work in regiments and are all women,
with a woman foreman. They move
along one after another, so that the dust
one misses the next or the next Is sure to
sweep up.
Three or four Of these women sweep the
whole street, and they work their way very
slowly, but increasingly. You never see
one stop to rest, and they are as silent as II
they were not women, but convicts in a
prison. Their brooms are made of brush
wood, and they sweep with the sides, not
with the ends. The motion is something
like that OF a man moving hay.-Pear-
sons Weekly.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
WHAT TO DO.

There is comfort in the knowledge SO
often expressed, that DIR. Kilmer's
Swamp Root, the great kidney remedy
fulfills every wish in relieving pain in
the back, kidneys, liver, bladder and
every part of the urinary passages 1t
corrects inability to hold urine and
scalding pain in passing it, or bad effects
following use of liquor, wine or beer,
and overcomes that unpleasant necessity
OF being compelled to get up many times
during the night to urinate The mild
and the extraordinary effect of Swamp
Root is soon realized. 1t stands the
highest for its wonderful cures Of the
most distressing cases. If you need a
medicine you should have the best Sold
by druggists, price fifty cents and one
dollar. For sample bottle and pam
phlet both sent free by mail, mention
ALMA RECORD and send your full post
office address TO DR.. Kilmer * Co.
Binghamton, n. Y. The proprietors of
this paper guarantee the genuineness of
this offer.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

Judge Long is deservedly popular
with the bar of the state and with the
people, A capable, upright jurist and
a cultured gentleman, he is above all a
man of the people who is capable OF
sympathy and in touch with the mass
es. He is not all head nor yet all heart,
but one in whom there is a happy adj
mixture of both He is one, indeed, III
whom the elements are so mixed that
all the world might stand up and say
He is man" Incorruptible, gentle,
kind and brave-the soul of courtesy
and the soul Of honor-Charles d. Long
is candidate of whom any party might
be proud and a judge in whom the
people may well repose confidence. A
righteous Judge, an honest man, true
friend and a battle Scared patriot.
That is the kind of candidate who will
be presented to the people for their suf-
frages at the spring election.-Ionia
Sentinel.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

By decision of the Supreme Court
Hazen s. Pingree has been forced to
resign his Office as mayor of Detroit
The court claims that the office Of mayor
is state office, and hence the governor
can not hold both according to the con-
stitution. 1t was an all absorbing
topic for few days as to what course
his honor would pursue, but his better
judgment gained the mastery, and he
will hold the higher office to the end of
the term. The courts decision meets
with general approval here, as it hardly
seems to be the proper thing for man
to hold all the political honors within
his reach.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
A Plum for CratiOt.

Prosecuting Attorney w. A. Leet
of Ithaca, is an aspirant for consul
ship under the new administration and
has picked out Mexico as the place
where he would like to represent your
Uncle Samuel He has received suf-
ficient encouragement from Washing
ton to warrant him in making a lively
hustle for endorsements and he for
warded Congressman Mesick big batch
of them today, picked up during two
days visit to the capitol.-Lansing Re-
publican. No better man could be
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Should be Reelected
LANSING, MICH, Feb. 9, lS'

LANSING, MICH, Fed. y, 1877.
Mr.. Q. f. Pike, Perrinton, Mich.
Dear Sir:-I have counted Commits
sioner O. G.. futile of Gratiot county,
one of the most sensible, enthusiastic,
vigorous, ard-working commissioners
in the state. He has devoted heart and
brain, time and energy TO the educa-
tional interests of his county. If good
work counts for anything, Mr. futile
should have no trouble in securing
another term H. II. PATTENGILL
Ex-Superintendent of Public Instruc-
ton
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

The following from the Free Press
demonstrates the fact that our congress
man is protectionist and is hard at
work looking out for his district t;
Congressman Mesick contemplates
Offering an amendment to the tariff bill
providing for duty on hemlock bark.
Hemlock lumber is taken care of as the
bill now stands, and he believes the
bark interests should be treated equally
well ~
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
morning.

When you are suffering from Catarrh
or cold in the head you want relief right
away. Only 10 cents is required to test
it. Ask your druggist for the trial size
of Ely's Cream Balm, or buy the SOC
size. We mail it.
ELY BROS, SO Warren St., n. Y. City.
was afflicted with catarrh last au.
tumn. During the month of October l
could neither taste nor smell and could
hear but little. Ely's Cream Balm
cured it.-Matcus Geo. Shautz, Railway
n. J.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
eENeFAcToRs OF THE RACE.
ONCE Of "KINGFIsHER TmEs."l
NlnCl-hcr. Okla. Dec. II az Z

GENTLEMEN i believe n my duty 10 write YOU
a iiue m regard 20 the Beneficial effect OF Phelps
"Four Remedy" $50 far ae / prn personally con
cerned. q week ago last Thursday, was taken
with severe attack O.. % grippe Jud ia short
time became SO Loar5e could no. speak above o
whisper Tbe nigh. previous ] he'd C0uChcd
nearly the entire Ilgh 1ust before retiring took
teaspoouir, and siept the ire ulchta swcetly
as ever dad Ia my life, aot coughing once / was
entirely relieved before t8GIu- one bottle Phelps
Cough, Cold and Group Cure should og IN every
household il the land. j send Won THIS wholly
unsolicited by anyone. for Won 1st beal r.Ctors Of
the race ma giviu2 DO tAa 4utldot iO4 come VI the
worst ail!ctiOus to which IL d. Lcir.
Very Truly Yours.
{. EsBIrZ, Ed,tof.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Japanese CurIoa.

The real ourio shop of Tokyo is now
thing of the past. All the world has
been after the good things of Japan, and
as the home making of these objects was
stopped 40 years ago there Is little left
which is really old When the japanese
works down TO the level of European re-
quirements, all his originality and flnesse
depart A Japanese teapot with handle
made OF the same material as the pot is
failure The tea rarely can be poured out
we'll New York Times.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Mrs. Maggie Myers.

Williamsport, Ind, writes II suf-
fered for months of severe stomach
troubles, caused by Indigestion and con
stlpation. My troubles seemed almost
uncomfortable. | purchased bottle of
DIR. Caldwells Syrup Pepsin of Arm
strong and Swank ard as soon as | had
taken its contents, | was like new
person, and now feel better and weigh
nI' re- than | have in years - 1t is SOLD
in Zoe, SOC and 81 90 sizes at b S Webb
Stop drugginP Y ursrlf with qunck
lostlums or "cucs Get IA Weil-knuWn
pharmaceutical remedy that Will 90 The
work. Catarrh and Cold in the head
will not cause suffering if Ely's Cream
Balm is used, Druggist will supply 10c
rial size or soc full size We mail il.
ELY BROS, % War Ell St, ~ Y. City.
Rev. John Reid, Jr of Great Fails
Mont reco mmended Ely's Cream Balm
10 me- | can emphasize his statement,
1t is a positive cure for catairh if used
as directed. Rev. Francis W. Poole,
Pastor Central Pres. Church, Helena,
Mont
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

The Republicans of Arcadia township
will meet in caucus at the Angel build
ing, Alma, Friday, March Goth, 1897, at
2 80 standard time. For the purpose of
putting in nomination township
ticket, and to transact such other bust
ness as may come before the caucus.
BY ORDER OF Con-.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Republlcan Caucus

The Republicans of the township of
Sumner will meet in caucus in the
village of Sumner of said township, on
the eth day of March, A. d., 1897, at
two o'clock p. M, for the purpose of
nominating candidates for the several
townships offices for the ensuing year,
and for the transacting of such other
business as may come before said eau
Gus. BY ORDER OF Con-.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Very Satisfactory.
LANSING, MICH, Feb. 2 1897

LANSING, Mich, Feb. 2 1897.
Mr.. Q. +. Pike, Perrinton, Mich.
Dear Sir Il am glad to certify that
from the standpoint of the State Super
intendent, the work Of Mr. o. G.. futile
as commissioner of the schools of Gratiot
county has been very satisfactory. He
is good letter writer, is prompt III the
making of his reports, and responds
cheerfully to the requests made by the
head of this department.
Very sincerely yours,
JAMES +. HAMMOND.
Supariptapdant of puh1ic Instruction
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

1t seems that Chief Justice Charles d.
Long is slated for reelection. His SER
vices since election have certainly been
marked by ability and probity. We
have yet to hear any adverse criticism
of his work. The people Of Michigan
will assuredly give him another term
Ludington Record.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

named in Michigan for this important
position than Mr.. Leet. He is hustler,
active and pushes anything he under
takes, which assures his success, and he
will be credit to himself and friends,
should he secure the appointment.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
HOW TO FIND OUT.

Fill bottle or common water glass
with urine and let it stand twenty-four
hours; a sediment or settling indicates II
diseased condition of the kidneys. When
urine stains linen il is a positive evidence
of kidney trouble Too frequent desire
to urinate or pain in the back, is also con-
vincing proof that the kidneys and blad-
der are out of order.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
a MIRACLE.

Kansas City, Kansas, Dec a. 90
Last Friday, Dec 10 NY attending physician
stated unless was better b. morning be could
do nothing for nv relief That night ! COM
menced taking Phclps -Four Q" remedy. stopped
oil other medicines. Tno nrst dose stopped nv
cough: slep. and rested well. few more dose.
removed all soreness from Wy lungs; the second
day was up; the ttirt day Z was out on the
porch end to-day was NJ town purchasing holiday
goods. Miss JENNIE BAssEr,
Washington Ave. ana Summit 81
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
Aas. JosErH + GRuBB.
53l3 Madison Ave.
IT'S A M,ahc,E

Conductor tckard The Kniirond co,,,,ro,-
dent OF The Neodasha Kansas Register. basthis
70 Fay o. "four G. !" Phelps Is having won.
uetlui sGie OF hts Cough aud Cold Remedy we
personally know H. j. lust what n il pe,,gosou,,
80 y" oe Too much cannot be said in its praise.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
TWO CENT FARE.
Manager Heald Makes an Flo
quent Appealfor it's Defeat.
A SEPTEMBER SESSION LIKELY
LANSING, MICH, March, Goth.

LANSING, MICH March, Goth.
(SpeciaD The first of the week was
given up largely to the consideration of
the railroad questions, among them the
two cent fare bill.
@. M. Head, general manager of the
d. G. r. & w. Railroad, was present
and made very sound and eloquent ap-
peal for the defeat of the measure, claim
ing that the average rate charged by his
road was on Ito cents per mile. He
also said that large number of the
smaller roads would cease to do bust
ness if the bill passed. Col. Atkinson
led the defense of the measure, claiming
that the present system favored the rich
as they were able to buy mileage books
and could thus travel for two cents,
while the poor man must pay three
cents when he wished to ride.
At present the outlook for the bill is
very dark, but time may show decided
change of sentiment.
1t is now thought and several views
have been expressed to the effect that ii
the present railroad measures are not
passed, special session of the legisla-
tive bodies will be called some time in
September. Governor Pingree would
undoubtedly favor such move.
The Lusk Gordon joint resolution
proposing TO amend the constitution so
that municipalities may have home rule,
called forth flood of oratory on both
sides on its consideration in the house
Friday.
The measure was lost by a vote of IL
to 80. 1t will probably be reconsidered.
Up to the present, Rep. Chamber
lain's prohibitory cigarette bill has had
smooth sailing. 1t was boosted along
by petitions and is now on general order,
but if it comes before the committee Of
the whole soon action will be postponed,
and the bill will be tabled. This action
will be on account of the question that
has been raised in regard to the consti.
nationality of the bill. Mr. Chamber
lain has insisted that his bill would be
constitutional as a law, but he has
learned that the Iowa law, which is
exactly the same as Chamberlain has
been declared unconstitutional. He has
written to the attorney general at Wash
ington, d. c., and until he secures an
opinion on the bill it will remain on the
table
Rep. Bates resolution, in which the
Michigan representatives in congress
extend all of their influence in securing
a revocation Of the order of ex-President
Cleveland, which abolishes the Detroit
pension agency and transfers the bust
ness to Indianapolis, was adopted this
morning
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

Mamma why has the month Of Febru-
airy 80 days every fourth year,"
What foolish question: SO that peo-
pie born OH the goth of February can have
q birthday once In awhile. TEXAS Sift-
ings
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
GROUP cuRro.

One dose OF phelps' Couch Cola and Croup
Cure, gave my child instant ge,ct when attac <ed
with the Group
w. L. MooAE, Of Moorc Bros, Crocers.
Arkansas City Kansas
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26

The first watch ever made by machinery
In the United States was made at Boz.
bug. MAss.s In 5ss0
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
ACUTE LARYNciTls.

~, Chicago, Sept. 25 'g5
Fof years back each winter | have suffered
WIN AGATE Iaryugtis. Last winter was SO bad
. 80, oo.ii no l'NVc my room Tor two weeks or speak
plePa,A1on nom cough drops up aud down with
no Ieligt, then M desperation 4 was induced To
my cough, giving me the Grst nights rest fo,
NeekS. nan The bottle cured me have never
Deen without this wonderful remedy since IL il
rs different from other like remedies as moiasses
from vinegar or sugar from sand.
MaS. JOSEPH T. GRuBB
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
AID Of the true merits Of this remedy.
UNERokEN REST AT NIGHT.
-, j. =. HrLlEG, Manager.
Onlce commercial Printing Co,
1876 South Clark 81


Office Commercial Printing Co I
1876 South Clark st.
y y pN.,. Chicago, Nov. "a, "a
DEAR SIHi-i wish Co bear testimony 70 the
er'at efficacy OF your "Four &" remedy in throat
anu anu iHhk ailments. a, rule have been skep.
t'cai OIL 'hc merits OF proprietary medicines but
h@.e 70 comic that test Of your -Four c" IL
convincing that at least one ready made remedy
- WORTHY ol use. My children all take ~ with.
on. Jne ieast objection. from oldest TO Youngest
aiio ~ Is particularly noticeable that benefit IL
altnIst lMnedibtc. a single dose will check
mos coughs IN Their beginning; II gives an un-
Hi"Neu rest AZ hilht. In my family -Four g"
- SIMPLY Indispensable and recommend IL un-
Gual!hcdly, Yours. - ~
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-03-26
r publican Nomination.
Republican Caucus

For County School Commissioner
. G. TlTT u.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-09-17
BOSTON PRODUCE MARKET.
FrOm WednesdaN's Boston Journal. ]

~ he butter market has developed firmer
tone. This has been brought about by smaller
receipts, strong advices from the west
and u little better demand. 1t l. strictly
Legitimate improvement, and viii probably
he maintained if no manipulation Is attempt
ed and the law OF supply and demand is al
lowed to take its natural course. Coming
after two weeks OF dun trade and when the
consumption is increasing, il must have a
good foundation, and II is no more than reas-
ouable that it should be followed by more
satiSt lCtOrN trade.
But sellers must not attempt to force prices
up too much. gradual sttlenng may be
expected, so that the fun asking rates can be
obtained, with perhaps Il slight advance on
finest lots The conditions are favorable for
Il healthy market, and the indications are
that we shall have IT all through the remain
der OF this month.
The general feeling among sellers yestcr
day was that fine creamery was worth , cent
more than last week, and but few receivers
OF Northern were willing to accept bid un
der 10 cents. Buyers did not respond freely,
but they admitted that the situation was
stronger, and several, after looking around,
paid that price. Small tubs and boxes sold
AT 49, to 20 cents, and the market closed firm
ut that rate. Where the quality was not real
The cheese market has been rather tame
and prices have ruled low compared with
rates in the country. Choice northern sold
at 81 to 90 cents, and good lots at cents.
II would be hard to realize over 81 cents on
best lots II forced on the market, but holders
have lots in stock that they would not sell ut
less than 10 cents. some tancics are held
higher.
The egg market has ruled iairlv steady at
rs cents Tor the average Western receipts,
with sales of selected lots OF Mich gan at lGls
to IL cents. The latter kind are scarce and
wanted. Eastern fresh command Is cents,
and fancy new laid go higher. The stock in
cold storage ON saturday was 19,20s cases
against 63,9s3 cases same time last year.
| Choice refrigerator eggs sell at Il to II cents.
Beans have ruled steady with "A fair de
mand Potatoes vary considerably i'm quail
ty, and best command so to 81 cents per bush
el. Very choice apples are scarce, and fancy
gravensteins are worth $3.50 to - 30. Pears,
plums and peaches are plentiful and selling
fairly.
Choice old hay is quiet and quoted at sl6jC
to $l7 per ton with common and fair ranging
from $40 to SO, rs to quality. Rye straw sells
AT Sll a$l2, with tangled rye at So Dat straw
at $7aS750 per ton.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-09-17
OLD PEoPtE.

Old people who require medicine to
regulate the bowels and kidneys will
find the true remedy in Electric Bitters.
This medicine does not stimulate and
contains no whiskey nor other intoxicant,
but acts as tonic and Alternative 1t
acts mildly on the stomach and bowels,
adding strength and giving tone to the
organs, thereby aiding nature in the per-
Torrance of the functions. Electric
ly what they need. Price fifty cents and
$l.00 per bottle at w. II. Sheldon's drug
store.