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Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1907-08-10

n. Wilson, Arthur Meeker, 8. No.
Roberts and L. A. Carton.
The Board Of Review should sum.
mon the following well-known citlsons
and interrogate them with rcferoscs
to the amount Of stock In foreign cor.
porations owned In Chicago, which
they have knowledge Of:
j. Ogden Armour.
Louis +. Swift.
John A. Spoor.
Laurence A. Carton.
Arthur Meckcr.
Mr.. Swift and Mr.. Armour arc botl,
reported to be philosophical.
They should both DO willing 10 he,p
In this matter.
They can. II they will. help a great
deal by telling the Board Of Review
what they know.
MIR. Armour Is director In the fol.
lowing corporations and the Board of
Review. II It wishes, can ascertain how
much stock he OWNS In each, or what
Chlcagoans do own 1t, a. It IL taxable /:
Armour car lines,
Armour Grain Company,
Central Leather Company,
q. II. Hammond Company,
Hammond Packing Company,
National Packing Company,
United States Leather COMPANY,
Chicago. Milwaukee 4 st. Paul Rau.
way Company,
Fort Worth Stock Yards Companv,
Fort Worth, Texas
Hutchinson Packing Co., Hutchluson.
Kansas,
Northwestern National Fire lnsur.
ance Company. Of Milwaukee. Wis
Omaha Packing Company,
PrussIan National Insurance Com.
pany. Of Stettln Germany.
Mr.. Louis +. Swift Ia a director In
tho following. How much stock docs
he own3 At all events he can give the
Board Of Review much valuable In.
formation:
Union Stock Yards Company,
Fowler Brothers, Limited.
Libby. McNelll and Libby.
National Packing Company.
st Louis National Stock Yards Com.
pany.
swIft's Refrigerator Transportation
Company.
Hollis Cold Storage Company.
Illinois Cattle Company.
Mechanical Manufacturing Company,
South San Francisco Land and In.
vestment Company.
Springfield Provision Company,
Swlft's Fertilizer Works
Western Meat Company.
Millions OF dollars that belong In
the public treasury have been wrong.
fully withheld from the peoples use
by derelict Oiiiclals--to use no stronger
term. These millions would give us
plenty Of money to double our police
force; would give our iiremen eieht
hours work day; would provide one
full scat for every child DESTROYS Of
attending the public schools and would
provide a large number Of kindergar.
tens. public baths aud other public
necessities
~~
The Armour Tank Line carries
grease to most Of the soap makers Of
the country outside OF Chicago. Il II
q big ching In itself, and should not
forget the tax collector.
~
The Board Of Review must make the
packing interest pay its Just share OF
the taxeG
Real estate taxes are very hIeh and
will stay high for tho next four yeara
The Rich tax dodgers, who get out of
paying their just personal taxes are
responsible for this.
~
Perhaps the Board of Review will do
nothing this year with the tag matters
mentioned ON the second page of this
paper. But You can bet on one thing
without fear Of losing and that ID, that
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1907-08-10

And, In the meantime, the Board of
Review should ask Mr.. Armour to tell
1t what he knows about that outside
stock.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1907-08-10

The Armour proposition to distribute
power, heat and steam through the new
subway Is being widely discussed since
the details were published In The
Eagle.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1907-08-10

Louis II. Swift would not have to
tell anything about Lake Forest as
sessments II called before the Board
of Review. He could just tell what he
knows about personal property owned
In Chicago.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1907-08-10

Doc. Evans IL very popular at the
stock yards. The Doc. Is the boy who
took the city inspectors out of the
packing houses.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1907-08-10

Armour and Swift are getting their
clamps on the banks of Chicago.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT.

Resolutions of respect adopted by
Best Arbor Ancient Order of Cleaners
on the death of companion Jacob Bib
bier:
Whereas his infinite wisdom our
Heavenly Father hath removed from
our midst our beloved companion, Jacob
Bibbler, therefore
Resolved - that while we proffer
our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved
family of our worthy companion, we
will cherish fond memories of his fra
ternal friendship
Resolved-that our charter be draped
in mourning fo- period of thirty days,
copies of these resolutions be sent 10 the
bereaved family, and spread upon the
records of Best Arbor A. O. o. G. and
published in the local papers.
FRANK KEEFER)
SARAH \ BEST Committee
ALVIN MILLER
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
SEVILLE~SUMNER FARMERS CLUB

The Seville and Sumner Farmers
Club met at the pleasant farm home of
b. 1. Gee in Sumner Thursday last.
There was good attendance of repre-
sentative farmers with their wives and
also several visitors After a bounutul
dinner. the exercises were opened by
music and a song by Miss Orpha Gee
invocation Mr. Pitt Minutes Of last
meeting read AMI approved after which
we listened to most excellent report
from our state delegate, Jas Galgett.
We wish every farmer IN Grauot county
could read il and see what is being done
by the farmers clubs of Michigan tor the
farmer The people who are always
hupinq the old story that the farmers
can't stick together like other business
men, will wake up some OF these fine
days and find ont they are mistaken
Mrs. Rolliu Woods reading, and the
sentiment it expressed brought approval
from all present. The question box con-
tanned many things OF interest which
were discussed III an intelligent manner.
Music was mixed through the program
by Mr Gees daughter and enjoyed by
all The farmers who miss these monthly
meetings Of the club, are missing more
than they know. They are bright spots
in the journey of life, which we all need.
Two new members were added at this
meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Quick Of
Sumner requested the club to meet with
them at their next meeting in February,
closing with that beautiful hymn, God
be With YOU till we Meet Again
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
MEMORIAL RESOLUTIONS.

Memorial resolutions passed by Alma
Lodge, No. PA +. and A. NJ. January
9TH, 1907.
1t having been the will of God to take
from us our beloved Brother and faithful
CO. worker, Samuel l. Harrison
We the members of Alma Lodge, re
solve that the loss of our beloved Brother
is irreparable, we cannot put i'll words
the grief we feel, for words half conceal
and half reveal the soul within, we would
occord the feelings that move MS at the
occasion of his loss. He was an ardent
and tireless worker not satisfied with
merely doing his duty but attempting
and achieving much more than what
was required, devoted husband, father.
a loyal friend and sympathetic advisor.
His heart was good and kind, his nature
gentle and forgiving and many are they
who we'll know his many qualities, that
he will be sadly missed by legion OF
friends should, i'll great measure, give
comfort to his bereaved family.
To his bereaved wife and children we
extend our sympathy; may our Heavenly
Father console them i'll their bereave-
ment. We shall revere his memory, and
hope that our words Of sympathy may
add consolation 10 those who mourn his
loss.
Be it further resolved that copy OF
these resolutions be spread upon our
memorial book. and also sent to the be-
reaved family, and published in the
Alma Record.
w. KELLY
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
HUMPTY DUMPTY COMING.

Humpty Dumpty the great $4,000
scenic production will be seen at Alma
Opera House next Tuesday night, Jan.
18th. coming to us direct after a run of
big success in the big cities. With the
company comes that eminent comedian.
Geo II. Adams, the Clown, the great
Saville Sisters in their 81 900 double
electric butterfly dance, the champion
lady song and DANCE artist, Gilden Sis
ters, the flexible Hershey, the Goo Goo
girls in Lancashire clogs, Irish Reels etc,
Millc Estella in exceutric and grotesquo
dances and Geo. II. Adams himself with
his bevy OF handsome girls During the
play all the above specialties are intro
duced There are also many musical
numbers ON the program among which
can be found "Oh I'm so Jealous of
You" II Want to be a Drummer il
the Band, " cute Little Buster Brown.
Yankee Doodle" and many others
Remember TO secure se2ts early as they
are now ON sale ot Sharrars drug stor,
and going yerv fast Prices only soc
Csc aud z5c Remember the date, Tu6s
day Jan. IS.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
CRAIOI GO. PIONEER
Lafayette Church Died at His
Home in Arcadia Township
January End.
FIFTY YEARS IN GSATI0T CO.
Funeral Services Held Saturday. Was
First Treasurer and Organized
First S. S. School in Co,

Last weeks RECORD briefly announced
the death Of Lafayette Church, one OF
Gratiot county's pioneer as well as highly
respected citizens Mr.. Church died
Wednesday, January 2d, at his HON,
east of the city.
Lafayette Church of Arcadia township.
was born i'll July. 1916, in Wayne coun-
ty, New York Mr.. Church was married
January 20 1910, at I.yous, Ionia county
to Sophrona, daughter OF Nathan and
Chloe Benjamin. In the winter of 1854
they came to Gratiot county, purchasing
land from tine government. This eighty
acre tract was located in what is now
Arcadia township.
Lafayette Church assisted to start tn,
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
RECEIVES GOOD OFFER.

Prof. /. +. Knapp was at Ithaca Tues
day. where ne has been offered the su.
perintendency of schools at a handsome
salary. Mr. Knapp has the proposition
under consideration and if satisfactory
arrangements can be made with the
local board of education, releasing him
from his dnties here he Will probably
accept of the Ithaca offer The News
is pleased to note Mr., Kuapp.s good for
tune IN being tendeied the place AT a
handsome salary While we would re
gret his departure from Quincy, we feel
that when one Las such proposition
thrust upon him. 1t should be his priv.
lege TO accept it.-Quincy News
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
s. |. HARRISON DEAD.
Clothing Merchant Succumbed to
Heart Failure Last Saturday
Morning
BODY TAKEN TO GRAND RAPIDS
Born in Russia Fortyeight Years
Ago-Started Business In Alma
in 1904.

Samuel !. Harrison, IS years OF age,
died at his residence on Woodwork
Avenue at FIVE o'clock a. III. Saturday
His little daughter was sleeping with
him and in the morning when she awoke
she tried to rouse her father but TO no
avail. She got up at once, called her
moiber who upon investigating dis
covered he was dead. His death was
evidently caused by heart failure as il
was known that his heart had been
troubling him for some time.
Deceased was born in Kovno, Russia
and came T. Johnstown. New York about
twenty years ago. He was i'll business
there about 10 years and then came to
Michigan where he went into business
with his brother David, in st. Louis
Since then he has conducted stores in
Grand Rapids and Mt Pleasant and
opened mp his store i'll this place about
two years ago.
M. Harrison was a 32d degree Mason
ard a member Of the !, O. O. +, and K.
O. !, M lodges.
His widow, two daughters and two
brothers, one IN Johnstown, New York,
and David Harrison of ST. Louis. Mich,
survive him. His body was taken to
Grand Rapids for burial Monday, and
the local Masonic Lodge of this city,
escorted the body to the depot and fur
nished body guard consisting of d. l..
Johnson, w. A. Howe and d. p. Struble
TO accompany the remains to Grand
Ragids.
The RECoR d joins the many friends of
the family in sympathy with them in
their sad bereavement.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
PYThIAN MEETING

AT district meeting 10 be held in this
city, Feb. I2th, ,l9o7 Pythianism is to have
a boom such as few places of this size
can expect TO enjoy
At the last annual meeting OF the
Grand Lodge, held at Traverse City, it
was decided TO hold several of these
meetings and the local X. OF p lodge is
to be congratulated upon securing one Of
them. To this meeting the lodges OF
Mt. Pleasant. Clare, Coleman, Harrison,
St Louis and Ithaca have been invited
and each one is asked to bring as large a
class as possible, which with the one
being organized here Will insure A large
class upon which will be conferred the
first rank by team selected from the
local lodge.
The Grand Chancellor together with
other Grand Lodges officers will be
present and the Grand Lodge degree will
be conferred upon all past chancellors
who have not already taken the same.
The local lodge is not sparing time or
expense 10 make this an event in Pythian
history in Gratiot County. a banquet
will be served after the work is com
pleted and Pythians of national repute
will be heard at this part of the evening
program.
1t is the wish of this lodge that all its
members make special tffort TO be pres
ent on this evening and any visiting
Knight will be cordially welcome.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

in the state, where their SONS and daugh-
ters can practically, remaining at home,
have if desired, all the advantages for a
higher education provided by this seat of
learning. But The strongest advantage
and the one which interests the head of
every family IS the opportunity provided
for The disposal of The product of the
farm. While the citizens Of the various
townships OF this and adjoining counties
have appreciated the stimulus given to
farm industry bv the Alma Sugar Co.,
who annually distribute thousands of dol.
lars for beets alone. yet the RECORD be-
lieves that the value to the farmer of an
other OF Alma industries has been To a
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
PROSPERITY RECORD.

T. G Mix manager of the Alma
Springs Hotel reports the hotel as doing
five times the amount of business at the
present time as compared with one year
ago, and more prosperous than any time
in the last four years. The arrivals IN
the last week were, Edward franklin
and wife and ). J. Lewis OF johannesburg,
Mich. Mrs w, II Owen, Riverdale
Geo. Ross, Columbus, Ohio; 5. Krug and
wife and w. Seibert, Chicago, Agnes
Thompson, Alma; Mrs. Gertrude Holmes
and Mrs. Burdick. Mt Pleasant Fred A.
and +. l.. Waits, Pontiac; Mesdame.
Fisher and McCullon, Alma; and G.. w.
Miner Bedding.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

business being done by this institution
is made clearer when it is known that in
a period of four months upwards Of SIS
600 was paid for poultry, $4,000 for eggs
$4,000 for cream, and $4,000 for pack
ing stock butter
The general manager OF the plant, Mr.
7. A. Johnston. is man thoroughly con-
vcrsant with the details of the business
and the experience acquired while in the
employ Of Swift x Co., is proving of
great advantage to him in the manage
ment of the business here.
The poultry industry has been receiv-
ing attention this fall and the farmers are
reaping the benefit. over 100, 600 pounds
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
GETS ANOTHER JOB
y. \. stowe President of the Alma Record
Co. Selected for President of Grand
Rapids Board of Trade.

-. 4. stowe President of the Alma Record
Co. Selected for President of Grand
Rapids Board of Trade.
The Grand Rapids Herald OF last Sun
day contaiued two column cut of +. a.
Stowe President of the Alma Record Co.,
and in connection herewith said:
"E A. Stowe president Of the Trades
man company and editor Of the Michigan
Tradesman, who has been nominated for
the presidency Of the board OF trade, is
in every respect self-made man He is
one Of the many who have worked their
way to the front
Mr.. Stowe hasresided in Grand Rapids
for so years Re is widely acquainted
throughout western Michigan and is in
,erested in several important projects
outside of this city, such as the Power
and Electric Light company at Boyne.
Although he is publisher himself and
printed the portraits of thousands OF
individuals, until today he has never had
bis picture in the paper
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
ALMA COLLEGE GETS $500
Liberal Requests Made By the Late Nathar
B. Bradley Made Public

A dispatch from Hay City To the Sapi-
nav Courier Herald ii January +, said:
Some # the bequests of the late
Nathan b. Bradley TO religious and
charitable institutions were made public
tonight 1t was settled before Mr..
Bradley's death that upon his demise
Alma college was to receive $4,000 in
addition TO the sums he gave the iustitu-
tion during his lifetime -
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

diplomas. The company ha, recently
secured the services OF Nr Alexander
Irvine a graduate of The Agricultural
School OF Ontario, whose entire time VIII
be devoted to the interests of the CONF
pany and farmers in securing higher
grade products both in cream and poul-
try. The interests of the Central Michi
gan Produce Co. depend to a erla. eN'
tent upon the farmer. The f'rne' that
markets q high grade of poultry or cream
gets the benefit in increased ia5 ief ame
while the factory i'm return secures 'n-
creased pay for the manufactured product.
The man should consider himself tor-
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
CARD or THANKS.

We wish to express our sincere thanki
% the kind friends who were so kind tC
rs during the sickness and death of on
beloved wife and mother.
WALTER r.. KINCH and family.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

Allen Warren Roy Coons, II T.
Cooper, Alex Findlater, Mr. Gilpin,
Florence Gartee, Clark Hyatt, j. w.
Horner, A. Jacobs, Ed. Morrison. J. G.
Morrison, Glen Post, Morshall Stevens,
Thos. Sterling, Frank Wood
c. F. BROWN,
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
CARD OF THANKS.

We wish TO thank the kind neighbors
and friends for their heartfelt sympathy
and assistance i'm our bereavement, also
the societies for their beautiful floral
offerings
Mrs BERTHA HARRISON.
MR. AND Mrs. ID. HARRISON.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
TEACHERS INSTITUTE.

The 18th semi-annual meeting Of the
Gratiot County Teachers Association In
stitute, will be held at the High School
room, Alma, Mich, January nth and
18th. 1907.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
BALLOT FOR SENATOR
Five Ballots Taken. Wm. Alden
Smith Leading With
43 Votes
HILLS FRIENDS STAND PAT
BaIloting For Senator Begins Amid
Tremendous Excitement

Lansing, Mich, Jan. 9.-After FIVE bal
lots on the question of choosing sue
cessor to United States Senator Russell
A. Alger, the Republican caucus of the
state legislature adjourned at midnight
without making any choice. The caucus
will meet again at s p. III. tomorrow
night TO resume the contest.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

Gratiot County farmers especially those
in the territory adjacent to Alma, are
among the most favored in the state and
farm land is rapidly increasing in value
in the territory referred to. The reason
for the above facts are many and varied,
among which may be mentioned their
close proximity to one of the best colleges
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
INDUSTRY Of GREAT IMPORTANCE 70 GRA1OI COUNTY FARMERS
Company
Farmers The Plant
IYea'sBu In its

by the erection Of large and com
modious addition which is occupied by
the boiler and engines necessary to
furnish heat and power. The company
distribute nearly half million of dollars
a year among their farmer patrons for
poultry, eggs, cream and other products
OF the farm The immense volume Of
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

During the summer months the lcc
panv, has in excess Of 1900 cream psfi
on its books. This cream when delivei.
to the plant is cared for by Mr. 5 Hag
adorn, who is recognized as one Of the
best butter makers III the country anC
who for the superior character Of buttei
produced has been awarded medals and
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS.

will be at Chadwick : Office, Pollask
block. 10 collect taxes, Wednesday, JaI
uary 9th.
j j. HACKETT, Treasure
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

Of chickens, ducks and other fowls were
purchased in three months and the farmer
received the cash at the market price
The poultry is killed, dressed, packed
and graded with the utmost care and
when ready for shipment put up as il is in
neat and tasty packages, finds ready sale
IN the eastern markets.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

Gratiot County Representative Clifton
!. Chambers and Senator T. A. Ely voted
for Townsend of Jackson.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-01-09

great extent unknown. We refer TO the
Central Michigan Produce Co., which
was organized in 1901 and has been quiet
~ but steadily forging ahead until the
year just closed proves the banner year
in its history. The large and extensive
plant of the campany, located on Mich
igan Avenue, has recently been increase d
The Pioche weekly record. [volume] (Pioche, Nev.) 1906-1908, 1907-02-01
road is now being extended and
improved by this company.

road is now being extended and
improved by this company.
The smelter, which is located
about one mile from Phoebe. was
built by the Pioche Consolidated
Company. This plant has two
furnaces with the necessary
power equipment for their opera
tlon. With some additions of
modern machinery and appliances
for handling ores this can also be
made a productive asset, although
the Nevada-Utah Mines and
Smelter Company does not pro-
pose to rebuild it until It had
thoroughly experimental with
custom smelters to determine the
proper process and method of
treating the ores of the district
10 OBTAIN the most satisfactory
results. which course will pre-
vent the mistake of the former
operators. In the immediate
vicinity of the smeIter are Office
residences and samp-
Ing works for tha car,.,y;,,o.
# the work in connection with a |
1lant of this kind.
The Pioche weekly record. [volume] (Pioche, Nev.) 1906-1908, 1907-02-01

Salt Lake City. Utah. Jan 16. 1907
To c. A. Shorti H. R. Elliott. Administered -
the Estate of c. W. Elliott or other
Claimants
You are hereby notified that have experda,1
during the year 1905. 500 in labor and lrnrro-,-
ments upon the Snowflake No lode noiri,, .,a;,
'otherwlse known as Comstocl No, lode minins,
elaim) in Eagle Valley Mining District Lincoln CO
S1ate S.ia Of Nevada and lying partly in Statene
'.,ls Distict iron Co. Utah. the location certifi-
cate Oh which IS recorded in Book page 400 ana
4yl IN the Office of the Recorder of Iincolr q
Nevada -sOin No'
nave also expended during the year 1905 S1OO
IN iaoof and improvements upon the Snowflake
No II lode mining claim (otherwise kroU,r ~
1omstock No. ! load mining claim in Eagle VALLEY
Minlng District Lincoln Co. Nevada the loeatior
eertlicate OF which is recorded in Book q PAGE
Co. Nevada u A''le0in
Said labor and improvements beino 5o,a al
made in order to hold said claims unser ths
provisions OF section 2324 of the revised stnt,,t.
OF the United States ad the aniondnet,ts th,sr h.
concerning annual labor upon mining claims beiney
tne amount required to hold said lode mining
1906. a. ~
And II within ninety days from the personal
service OF this notice. within ninety davs aftar
the publication thereof in accordance with ali
section 1924 fail or refuse to contribute vo,,
portion OF OF such expenditure as co-owners. your
interests IN said claims will become the prouertv
Oh the subscriber, your co-owner who has made
the expenditure required by the terms az said
section 1924. Your share of said 5000 is supposed
TO be two thirds the amount for each claim or
st6 SO for each claim divided equally between you.
R. M. JOHNSON. Co-owner.
Salt Lake City Utah.