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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
HIS FACE STOVE IN.

Conductor Ray Welch, of a p. Nj.
freight train, was severely injured while
switching in the yards last Monday
morning. Welch was in his caboose, oc-
cupied in sweeping the floor. The sec
ton attached TO the caboose was standing
inactive in the yards opposite the station.
The engine, backing down the switch.
was moving rapidly, and the fireman and
engineer did not see or hear the brake
mans signals to stop. When the two
sections came together Welch was thrown
agains the outer platform railing with
great force and his cheek bone smashed
in as we'll as other cuts sustained about
the head. The force of the collision is
testified to by the distance the caboose
went after geing set in motion. 1t was
IS feet from the spot where the caboose
stopped to where the injured mans hat
was picked up. Welch was at once re-
moved to DIR. Days office, where his
wounds were dressed. and Monday night
he was able to be taken to his home in
Ionia.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
PROBATE HAPPENINGS

Wednesday, May p, was the last day
of hearing claims in the estate of Charlie:
f.. Hawley. deceased Claims were al
lowed and estate closed to creditors. On
the same day was the last day of hearing
claims i'll the estate of Nancy J. Royce
deceased Claims were allowed ano
estate closed to creditors.
On the same day Albert Fisher was
appointed administrator of the estate OF
Mary Ann Fisher, deceased. Hearing
set for June 74th.
Wednesday. May 21nd, Calvin !. Knapp
was appointed guardian of the estate OF
Della Knapp, minor.
Thursday, May z5d hearing on license
to sell real estate in the estate of Helen
Woodward, deceased. License was
granted to John T. Swigart. administrator
of said estate.
On the same day was the hearing on
the final account of the administrator of
The estates of Joshua Whitney, deceased,
and Mabel Whitney, deceased. The ac-
counts were allowed and estate closed.
Friday, May cath, was the hearing OH
the Probate of will in the estate of
Timothy Sullivan, deceased. Will was
proved aud admitted to probate. Wm.
Eichorn was appointed executor of said
estate.
Saturday was the hearing on the, ap
pointment of special commissions in the
matter OF Horse Greek drain. Douglas
Cowdrey. J. b. Gardner and James l..
Mouser were appointed special commits
sioners.
Monday, May p. was the hearing ON
the appointment Of general admins
traitor in the estate OF John ;. Null.
deceased Perry w. Sutfn, the special
administrator was discharged and Henry
Kinketer was appointed general admins
traitor
On the same day Burt Mellinger was
appointed administrator CT the estate Of
Eleanor McDsid, deceased.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
WALL STREET SAGACITY.

"What America needs more than rail.
way extension, and western irrigation,
and low tariff, and bigger wheat crop,
and a merchant marine and new navy,
is a revival of piety, the kind mother and
father used to have-piety that counted
ii good business to stop for daily family
prayers before breakfast. right in the
middle Of the harvest; that quit work a
half hour earlier Thursday night, so as to
get the chores done and go to prayer
meeting; that borrowed money to paw
the preachers salary and prayed fervently
in secret for the salvation of the rich
man who looked with scorn on such
unbusiness like behavior. That's what
we need now to clean this country OF
graft. and of greed. petty and big; oi
worship of fine houses and big lands and
high Office and grand social functions
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
CLEAN UP.

Because of the stormy weather of last
week and of the amount of work still to
be done, the time for cleaning mp the
city has been extended 10 June 4th.
Will not all who have not yet cleaned
up their premises, please deposit all rub
bish in boxes, barrels, baskets or other
suitable receptables in the alley on or
before June 4th, so that it may be easily
loaded on wagons for removal We
would especially urge this matter ON
the attention of those who occupy rented
places. The Civic Improvement League
will clean the alleys Friday of this week
HEALTH COMMITTEE
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29

What is this thing which we are worship
ping but a vain repetition Of what de-
cayed nations fell down and worshipped
just before their lighs went out2 Read
the history of Rome in decay and YOU'D
find luxury there that could lay a big
dollar over our little doughnut that looks
so large to.us. Great wealth never made
nation substantial nor honorable.
There is nothing on earth that looks coed
that is so dangerous FOR man or a ma
tion to handle as quick, easy, big money.
If you do resist its deadly influence the
chances are that it will get your SON
1t takes greater and finer heroism to dare
to be poor in America than to charge an
earthworks in Manchuria. wall Street
ournal.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
CLEAN UP.

In speaking of the necessity of gen
eral spring cleaning of yards, streets anC
alleys, DR.. Shumway of the State Board
of Health said. Neglect to do this not
only results in untidy and unattractivt
homes and business places, but, if these
accumulations are left upon the surface
until the coming of spring rains and
warm weather, they become source ol
filth and a menace to health. The odors
arising from them visitate the atmosphere,
the teachings find their way into the sub
terranean water channels leading to wells
causing typhoid fever and other diseases
and the manure piles are prize incubator:
for Matching myrads OF dies th~t nfesi
our homes "
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
THEODORE TIL1ON DEAD.

Theodore Tilton is dead. Theodore
Tilten, author and journalist, was born
in New York in 1875. He was editor of
Independent New York from 1886 to
1870. edited the Golden Age from 1871
to 1874. and from 1874 to 1876 was editor
of the Brooklyn Union. In August 1874,
he sued Henry Ward Beecher for $780,
600 damages for the alienation of Mrs.
Tilton's affections. The trial lasted II7
DAYS and resulted in a disagreement.
Tilton has lived in Paris since 1888. For
some days past Tilton has been suffering
from double pneumonia, complicated
with heart trouble.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29

The Alma business mems banquet given
to the college base ball team last Thurs
day night at the Wright House, was one
of the most successful affairs of its kind
dining room were thrown open at nine
O'Clock and the banqueters took seats at
the tables, which were very prettily
decorated with pink, white and red car
nations. Landlord Habner certainly
knows how to conduct an affair of this
sort. There were eight courses served
by an efficient body of mattresses and
every new course was a pleasant surprise.
At Io45 the banqueters sat at ease in
their Ichai-s and Toastmaster Mitchell
took charge of the affair. Capt. Camp
bell of the ball team, responded to the
toast "Our Hosts" MIR. Campbell stated
that while the business men appreciated
the work the team was doing. the boys
were no less appreciative of the backing
they had in Alma. Supt. Ellsworth of
the Alma Public Schools, responded to
the toast, "Our Team Mr.. Helmer of
the ball team, responded to the toast,
"The Alma Business Men" Mr.. Ezra
Smith, representative Of the National
Harvester Co. in this section, who is an
old Y. of NJ. man was called on for a
talk. He spoke of the excellent work
the ball team had done this year, having
won all cup games and lost only two out
of eight of the games they had pulled
off. Mr.. Smith stated that Alma bust
ness men were with the team, win or
loose, but that they could win all they
pleased.
Coach Harper was called OH to tell how
the balloon went up. Mr. Harper stated
that the boys had an off day and were
out classed. lie further stated that the
best of teams had to loose now and then
and that it was no disgrace to loose to
professional team. Attorney Bahlke re-
sponded to the toast, "Our new Hotel
Proprietor" The ball team then gave
their college yell and the assembly dis
persed, at midnight
The whole evening was remarkable for
the enthusiasm and good fellowship
which existed and the loss of the Ypsi-
lanti game did not cast the smallest
shadow over the spirit of the evening.
Tue banquet was enjoyed by every one
present.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
NET THE REAL THING
The College Ball Team Defeated
by Ypsi:snti's Nine by a
Score OF II to O.
BANQUET At WRIGHT H0uSE
Given by the Business Men to the
Alma Team a Great Success Prof.
Mitchell POSTMASTER.

The College Base Bali team suffered
the second defeat of the season last
Thursday afternoon OH Davis Field when
Coach Shultz and the Ypsila~t formal
team beat them by a score of II to o.
The morning threatened rain and the
whole day was disagreeable and very
poor base ball weather. This, while it
hindered the teams from playing their
best, did not prevent the fans from turn
ing out. The business places all closed
at 3:4s and remained so until nearly g
O'Clock, thus giving the business men, as
we'll as their clerks, an opportunity to
witness the contest. The city band also
came out and marched up to Davis Field,
where they played several selections.
The crowd was record-breaker, it being
much larger than that attending the
Alma and T. of NJ. game. The bleechers
were filled in short order and standing
room. in any desirable place, was at a
premium. As the Yps. catcher was 81.
Louis man, there was bunch of rootery
from there. They had a good opportx
nifty to root and do some roasting ana
they made the most of it. II is estimated
that there were $50 people on the
grounds. The Athletic Association
netted sSs above all expenses.
Alma was out-classed from the start.
Their balloon started on its upward
journey in the second inning and would
not come down, in spite of the roofing in
the bleechers, which continued until the
last Alma man was put out at the eiId of
the game.
Ypsi has an advantage over any college
or university nine. They can and do
play professional men and are not re-
stricted in any way Their men may
play summer base ball for money and in
this way they can pick up team that is
not classed with colleges or universities.
II is true that Alma had an off-day.
Duncanson was found time and again for
total of ten hits. The fielding was very
poor and far different than Alma has put
up this year Alma had no chance to
win after the second inning and could
not find Steimel for the hits which would
save them from shut-out. Hill was IN
no condition to play having been Ill all
the week. Magldson, on third, played
an excellent game.
1t is remarkable the way the fans took
the defeat They had not expected the
boys to win the game and were a. good
natured as Alma fans can be.
Innings ? 3 4 S S I S 9
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
THE ALMA SKIRT co.

General Manager r. p. Lee, is busy
these days looking after the arrangements
necessary to starting the business of the
Alma Skirt Co. Mr.. Lee has purchased
eight sewing machines, especially ad-
apted to that line of work. the various
cloths have been purchased and it now
looks as If July first would see the new
mandatory in full blast. An expert
designer will be employed and the plant
started with fifteen girls at work. The
force will be gradually increased until
the capacity Of the plant is reached,
which means from so to Is girls. The
Alma Skirt Co. starts out with bright
prospects for its future and the RECORD
joins with our citizens generally in wish
ing the new concern all possible success.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
HE SURPRISED HER.

Some years ago, when husbands were
less reliable than now, well-known lady
suspected her husband of kissing the
hired girl. One Saturday night she saw
him pass quietly into the kitchen. The
servant was out and the kitchen was dark.
The jealous wife threw shawl over her
head and entered the back door. She
was Immediately kissed and hugged
rapturously. With her heart almost
bursting with indignation at her faithless
spouse, she struck a match and stood
face to face with-the hired man
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
BITTEN BY A DOG.

The Montcalm Herald had the follow
ing item last week: 'Rev. George w.
Bates has been suffering this week from
dog bite which he received in Green
vile, Tuesday. He was walking along
the street when big black dog came up
behind him and bit him savagely in the
leg, making an ugly and painful wound
Mr. Bates expects to be able to attend to
his duties Sunday unless unfavorable
symptoms should ensue" Mr.. Bates las
many friends i'll Alma who hope he will
experience no further trouble from the
injury.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29
NOTICE.

On Monday, June sd, at the Town
Hall, Forest Hill, will be the final meet
ing of the Board of Review. All griev-
ances must be made known at that time
or submit to the supervisors roll as adj
opted by the Board.
J.. T.. CAMFIELD, Town Clerk.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29

In speaking of Miss Beryl Inglis, a
dispatch in the Detroit Journal from
Olivet said:
Miss Beryl Inglis, the IS-year-old
heroine OF the canoe accident on Pine
River near Alma. when her chum, Miss
Grace Johnson, aged 20, was drowned
and Abbie johnson, aged II. was rescued,
is one of the best known young ladies of
this village. She was the daughter of a
prominent minister. Rev. James Gale
Inglis. who died some time ago in
Bay City.
Miss Inglis is an athletic girl, per-
fectly at home in the water and possesses
courage and presence of mind unusual
in girl Of her age. Her brother, Scarth
Inglis, is one OF the popular students Of
Olivet.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-05-29

DR.. Brainerd transacted business i'm
Mt. Pleasant this afternoon.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18
FREDERICK.

An immense crowd attended the ex-
ercises, celebrating the anniversary at
Barratt's Chapel last Sunday afternoon
The ancient edifce was crowded and
hundreds of people wandered through
the cemetery and grove. DR.. Jones OF
Middletown preached a sermon much en-
joyed by the congregation. Quite mum
Der of other ministers we're present and
took part in the services. TIE handsome
mansoleum in the cemetery for VIM.
Ridgeway of Dover is about completed
and was visited by crowds on Sunday.
1t is the only one of the kind there and
attracts much attention.
ION Saturday evening Miss Annie Ben
nett and Mr.. John Thomas, both OF this
town were married at the home of the
bridegroom's sister, Mrs. Ella Lings.
Rev. Dashiell performed the ceremony
Only few friends were present. Mr..
and Mrs. Thomas will reside here for a
short time.
The tomato season is about over and j.
S. Reynolds cannery will soon close. The
season has been unusually long and the
pack has been the largest for years. The
labelling and shipping remains yet to be
done which will close a most successful
season.
Hamilton Patterson who has been tax
ing a vacation has returned to business
again.
Mrs. Mary Boone visited relatives in |
Denton last week.
Walter CarrOw and wife spent Sunday
and Monday with Wilmington friends.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18

Mrs. DR.. Whitley has returned from q
visit to Norfolk and the jamestown Ex-
position.
Mrs. DR.. 7. V. Cahall and Mrs. J. W.
Townsend and son John are visiting in
Baltimore.
Mr.. and Mrs James Bennett spent Sun
day with their daughter Mrs. Max Har-
rington of Dover.
Mrs. Margaret Beckett Of Wilmington,
Mrs. johnson and Mrs. Sallie Mason of
Magnolia we're the guests of Mrs. Sallie
Hudson on Sunday.
J. S. Reynolds took business trip to
Philadelphia this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Stephen Belts of George
town and Mr.. and Mrs. Homer Belts
spent Sunday with L W. Belts and wife.
Elwood McMichael has returned from
Pottsville Pa, on the sick list.
Mrs. George Palmer and daughter and
Mrs. VIM Belts took trip to Philadel-
phia Thursday.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18
OPINION OF THE PRESS.
LEApERs UNDRR COVE.

A writer in Republican Glasses
of the Sunday Star says: The Dem.
ocratic party has been so long the
party representing the saloon inter
ests that the present attitude OF
many Democratic leaders is causing
serious concern to the rank and file
of theparty. Heretofore, the saloons
have registered the Democratic
vote; have contributed money to
carry their elections and placed in
Office their personal representatives,.
The Democratic party has always
submitted to this and been an in
tegral part of the salOon organization.
Now that trying time has come.
Democracy finds it difficult to come
out in support of the old alliance,
consequently we find many of their
leaders deserving their former
friends, and taking to the woods.
DEMOCRATS WANT SUSSEX MAN.
The impression seems to prevail
in Democratic ranks that to Sussex
county belongs the right to name
the next Democratic candidate for
governor. Consequently, talk of
Democratic candidates has thus far
been confined to Sussex county
men. Several good old Democratic
names have been suggested, among
them being Ex-Governor Ebe w. !
Tunnel, Mr.. Tom Gray, of Bridge |
vile, Col. Lou" Mustard, of
Lewes, and ex-senator William T. |
Records, of Laurel. These are gen
-lemen who have been before the
public in one way and another for
iome time, and their names sound
good to men who know them. An
other proposed candidate is from
Georgetown. He is a young man.
~ name, DR.. Roland Paynter, son
If the late Judge Paynter. His
seems co be great, his
for good judgement and
old worth considerable, and his
comparatively young years a good
in his favor with the
Dung Democrats of the State. It ,
5 to be hoped that the Democrats
f Sussex will pick q Democrat of j..
old standing and of good running /
apacity. From the kind of men |
bus far mentioned in Sussex, !
Glasses" feels that the Democrats q
f that county have in mind the t
roper standard by which to meas Z
re the caliber of their candidate a
Glasses in Sunday Star. n
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18

THE injection of politics into the
prohibition campaign, by a few Of
those who have heretofore shaped
the policy of the Republican party,
is a mistake that may beat down
the organization, and blast the
future of the individuals, who have
been scattering discord in the ranks
by claiming that the adoption oflo-
cal option will work harm to the
Republican party of Delaware. This
IS the argument of either the paid
lobbyist, or of the unthinking, the
selfish or the irresponsible politician,
We believe that the very damage
for which they profess to feel fear
may come about, will be fastened
and made possible by this quiet
passing the word along the line, to
oppose prohibition. This is the
peoples fight against liquor, and
not that of the politicians ; so let the
question be settled on its merits.
We have always believed in high
license as a means to control the
traffic; but the liquor people have
continuously medled in politics so
that now the first opportunity to
test public sentiment is at hand, we
had hoped to see the leaders k ep
hands off, and not attempt to inhu-
ence the rank and file of any party
either for or against prohibition as
a party interest. Evidences crop
ing out that this policy is in prac-
tice, and the people will have a rec
coming soon with them, for dragging
their party into a compromising po- /
;ition. The local option election t
will leave political graves as mon !
lments to its memory.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18
Will Stop Cunning.

There has been for several seasons
past certain persons who have for two
weeks previous to the open seasons for
shooting game, gone cut with dog and
gun contrary to law, and killed both
rabbit and quail. The men who are law
abiding are determined to stOpt his, and
have notified the Game Detective, Of
this particular offence, and will aid in
prosecuting each and every case. This
item should be a fair warning, and
save some one Of the guilty persons
from getting into serious trouble.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18

The program for the 10th anniversary
of the Chapel Sunday School, which will
be held on Tuesday evening, October
22nd, will consist of chorus singing by the
school and special engagements of the
following artists:
Prof. Ralph Venuto, of Keith's vaude-
vile circuit of entertainers, will give solos
on his harp of Sweet Memories" Alice
Where Art Thou" arranged by Venuto
and variations of "Nearer NY God to
Thee" and will also accompany Miss
Edith Quigg in her soprano selections
including a favorite arrangement by
Venuto Of The Palms aud other selec-
tons.
Prof. Nenuto is finely trained in giving
the beautiful shading in his delicate touch
on the harp, and brings out the musical
soul of his selections. The accompanying
cut of Prof. Venuto was produced in
Vancouver, B. c., whilst playing with
the Clara Mathews Company.
Miss Edith Quigg will give among her
other number, The Rosary, by special
request.
Prof Charles A. Roux will sing several
IF his favorite selections including, |
christmas Greeting" The Prof. leaves
or Europe the first of November and
his may be his last appearance.
The Brene Brothers Orchestra will give
elections of sacred and popular music
With the violin, coronet and piano.
Mrs. Arthur Derrickson and Miss
label Smith will be the piano accom-
,1nists.
Rev. Howard T. Quigg will give the
diress of the evening.
Services will begin promptly at $50.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18
THE LIQUOR CAMPAIGN.

Whatever may be said about the
present campaign, which is to ex-
press the will of the people at the
polls on November 9th, as to the
sale of liquor in Delware, no claim
of lack of interest can be truthfully
made. The pros and cons of the
question have been placed before
the people by each campaign COM
mittee, and meetings which were
addressed by able speakers, have,
and are Being held all over the
State. At present in Milford in
dications point to majorities in
favor of liquor-unless something
swings the current. The floating
Voters and many negroes will vote
for license in this section, almost as
a unit-from present indications.
.,Fhe writer in GLASSES" of the Sun
day Star says
"The temperance sentiment in
the counties of Kent and Sussex is
OF long standing and the advocates
of temperance have long been active
in advocating temperance legisla-
ton. The sentiment in New Castle
county has not heretofore been so
marked as it has been in the lower
counties. 1t is of some interest in
Kent county particularly, that ex-
Senator Alice has publicly an
nounced his views on this important
question. Alice comes out broadly !
and squarely for local prohibition !
in the lower counties. The attitude {
of his political partner, DR.. Layton, {
has not up to this time been made ,
known" {
The men who have taken sides t
on the question, are not doing so
as democrats or as republicans; at
least this is true generally-but have =
to influence the people to i
see the question from their point Fl
of view. We had hoped to see the
question settled on its merits-with-
out mixing up politics-but that II
was probably expecting too much. s,
Each side is now claiming victory, .
but the pressure of the women and Z
children on husbands and fathers is b
a factor to be reckoned with, and a
he result is one of the great uncer- n
.ainties. r r
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18

A NEW paper under the name Of
Delaware Republican" made its
first appearance at Dover last Sat
urday. It is printed by B. F. Sim
mons and the mechanical work is
excellent. The paper promises to
be clean cut Republican, and not
the organ of faction. This is the
fifth paper in the town of Dover,
and while the field is a little
crowded-yet there is always room
for one more-like the last child in
a large family.
Milford chronicle., 1907-10-18
BRIDGEYILLE.

DR.. Frank Palmer of Greenwood is
making preparations to build in town. q
Mr.. Seymore Wroten has accepted a
position in Laurel.
Mrs. Charles Brown and mother are
on an extended visit to Northampton,
Mass.
Mr., and Mrs, E. w. Ellingsworth have
returned home after spending several
weeks at New York and other points.
Mr.. Leon Cannon has accepted a posi-
ton in Philadelphia.
Mrs B. S. Hazard is spending a few
days in Salisbury Nd.
Mrs. Hazel of Phila., is the guest of her
daugher Mrs. William Cannon.
Mrs. Adam Stengle of Salisbury is
spending sometime with her daughter
Mrs. J. w. Colona.
Mrs. William B. Truitt is very i'll with
typhoid fever and has been removed to
he Kensington Hospital Philadelphia Pa.