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Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
MILITIA TAKE
SIS MILE RIDE
Col Perry and His Staif March Over
Virginia Mountains From stanton
TO Monterey.
RICHMOND. VA speciai-

RICHM OND. VA Spe cia l.
colonel ". J. Perry. OF stanton.
commandaut OF the First Virginia
Regiment 81 Infantry. was among the
callers az the Office OF the Adiutant
General He spoke with great enfhu-
siasn - the mounted practice march
which ne and ten members 81 his stan
recently took over the mountains from
Staunron 20 Monterey. 90 county seat
of Higf land
4 detail o. sixteen enlisted men
from company k went ahead or f'-
officers with supply and army Wa..nne
1ud pitched IRE camp at the p.
waters of tne Cow Pasture River.
lu all che officers rode u.ucrf-I ra
r ..es--thirfv-orc tle first day. fn .-..--
.nur the second and thirty the iart
Iay. The march Was made 0n Dcfo-
.er lth. SIN and 9th. and the route.
h.rh followed thc Stauutou and p.--
ranges ~ lofty mountains. 40 times
Me soldiers were nearly 5000 fccf
fnoFe the sea level |Nrv expert
.uced hot weather in the daytime. yet
-1uud thick Gee at night. The return
rip was made oy way OF Jeunir
Gap.
The territory visited was thar
haunted by Stonewau Jackson's men
% the troublous days ~ hen the great
Confederate was lighting Frc-1nrt.e
corps. and the march Included m .fs.t
to Che Mcdowell battle-ground
The people of M0iftr.s had r.-
seen any soldiers in uniform since D.
Civil War. and the advent or the OF
hcers created great eNcItem 2 an-1r-
them All the natives turned oaf fo
rubber.
Colonel Perry is well satisfied vg n
che prowcss of his uan which in-
cIudes several men who usually lea
sedautary lives They detcIor.I .--..r
powers ~ endurance despite "a teu-
lency at times to grcan at hIttsrs
and aching bones The distance -1v-
erred iu the allotted Time was about
tnHt expected OF United States rogue
lars.
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
TAFT STARTS OFF
ON HIS OWN HOOK
Fleet Carrying Governors and Dele
gates on Mississippi Trip Toe
Slew for the President

GREENvILI-E. MISS Special. -
President Taft has left IN the Iurch
tho deeDwater delegates. the twenty
i've Governors ard the III congress-
men who started on the Arixzissipca
River cruise with him. Sic found shaR
the other boats on which they were
saiiirE were too slow 20 permit OF hfs
keeping iu speaking schedule. 80 hs
mas waved goodbye % the dlrnftsrfes
ano started or on his own hook. Tha
rresioert "a on the fastest boat IN the
lert- hAt he is six hours behind hfs
ENNEins schedule already. and ne VIII
nave 90 oo some ngsfiiuE e. get into
NeM orleans % keep his engaEsnlsnrs
on saturday morning. lt VIII be nins
CLOCK before Pc gets CD N.cksburE-
an elaborate afternoon program lad
been lt-d opt. bur lt viii have 20 70
oy The board. and the banquet wi1
have tn he cur.
somebody made a big hfrnler In mn
pins oaI tMe schedule. and the preaide-t
Uncie Joe cannon az haneuss N
BOARD tle steamboat Quincy last nlxhf
made e. nlsnlrranr gtatemenf- I'm 90
ing or ot Congress one % these GaVa-
-aiA ne. and N ben I do there Hlil -
plenty lett FOR sou boys. and VouIl -
Aclns business af the same old ztart
NenAr eserlcn. and many 90 them shout
~ NeFer, and "oh. you're only fool
There have been rumors recently that
arain. President Taft vgas az ne 49,
quet, and prodled Uncle Joe INTO max
ms declaration on the deep Uafar-
ways proposition
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
REV. DIR. WITHERSPOON
GOES TO HIS REWARD
RICHMON Nd. VA

r &c II MOND. VA Special. -
Rev Jere Nithcrspoon, -. D.. dis
unguishcd and beloved pastor Of
Grace Street Presbyterian Church.
this city. died October 2S az Clifton
springs. the noted New York Stat,
health resort, whittier he had goae iu
the hope OF bcnenung his condition
after a protracted illness.
The first intelligence OF his death
was conveyed in kilograms received iu
this city by the ChHrCh associates oil
Dr. Witherspoon. From what can d..
cleaned OF his death. the end came
peacefully. AT the time OF his pass
ing away ne was attended by his wife
and only son. Preston Witherspoon. OF
New York city.
The intelligence OF the death OF Dr.
Nitherspoon was received with pro
found regret by the many friends of
the deceased divine i'm this city. Ex-
every side
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
ROBS HOUSE WHILE
MOTHER Is DYING

RICHN OND. VA. - Special. -
With his mother lying dead at home
and his father am invalid. Wade Ten
nant young man not Yet in his ma
Jority. laneuishes i'm Jail awaiting a
trial for house breaking. a companion.
Howard Strain, with "a heart-brokcn
mother. is in jail with him. while the
police and detectives are pillng zap
charges 90 Doe brought against them
when the case comes 90 trial
The two young men We're arrested
Wednesday evening on the old DOmin-
ion steamer just before il left for Nor
folk. They We're charged with enter
ing the residence OF w. T.. Davis.
1ll4 North Twenty Street.
FairmOunt. ana taking away a large
sum OF money and quantity of jewel
ry.
The robbery was discovered early
in the afternoon. Mrs. Davis had gone
TO "a neighbours 20 visit and the men
OF the household were at work. While
the house was thus left unguarded
the two young men entered through
a back window and ransacked every
room and drawer and other place
where they believed Valuables might
be concealed. Then they rOamed
around until time for the boat 10
leave, and were captured as related
above.
Sergeant thinner and Officers Smith
and Werner figured in the arrest. They
had been on the trail all the after
noon. and when they landed their
quarry the two young men showed
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
COZ. j. THOMPSON BROWN
ELECTED 4 BRIG ADLER

RICH 81 ON ID. VA. - Special -
Al the recent state Eucamumrnt.
United Confederate Veterans. In DAN
Vile. Colonel j. Thompson Brown. of
the Wcll-NnoWu real estate firm CO. this
city. was elected brieadier general.
commanding the First Brigade. Nlr-
Eina Division. in place of colonel
Thomas w. Smith. resigned. Colonel
Brown is proud OF the honor his old
comrades coufcrUpd upon him.
elm view of the similarity of nay
name with that OF the recent eandI-
date for Conan isSioner oil Agricul-
turc.' said Colonel Brown This after
noon. "l WAS complmcutvd while iu
Danville With many expressions FROM
old comrades who assured me- they
had given me their hearty support in
the recent election. IT, took me some
time 90 explain the difference. are
though 4 could not but feel sratued.
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04

signs OF indignation. but 20 certain
were the officers that they had tire
right men tlat within a short while
they confes.-cd. and much OF the stolen
Jewelry was recovered.
A satchel believed 20 have contain
ed the money was not located. bu
went with the boat. A telegram 10
Gated IL and IL viii be returned TO Thu
city.
The total amount OF the robbery
viii probably reach $3.50. besides dam
axe TO a back window
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04

night aud day from
pains an the loins. and
could neither stoop
nor straighten again
without having acute
fwiuEcs in the small
Of my back. / was gra-
Gually running down
and getting worse I'M
III . had the good for
tune 10 be told %
D1on's Kidney Wills.
nu1 began using them
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
little Latitude.

Sing a rhyme OF brown Octoberi
Sing a lay
OF the aut mn skies 50 sober
And SO gray.
We possess no rhyme save sober /.
To our grief.
So our song OF brown October
~ Gst DO brsef.
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1909-11-04
CAN'T STRAIGHTEN UP.


Mrs. w. =. King. SIS W. Clay St
Richmond. Va. says: II used TO suffer
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
ENDORSED PETER F. DODDS.
The Members Of Grati0t County Bar Favor
His Candidacy.

At a session of the Gratiot County
Bar Association. held in the village of
Ithaca on the second day of February,
1909. at which the Gratiot County Bar
generally were present. the following
Preamble and Resolutions were unani-
mously adopted
Whereas. The Gratiot County Bar
Association have heard that Honrable
Peter F. Dodds of Mt. Pleasant, of
the twenty-first Judic Circuit. is a
candidate at the coming Republican
State Convention for nomination for
Justice of the Supreme Court of
the State of Michigan, and
Whereas. The members of this
association have become intimately
acquainted with his ability. disposi-
tion and eminent fitness for such posi-
tion. therefore
Resolved, That this Association does
endorse the candidacy of Honorable
Peter f. Dodds for such nomination,
and urge upon the State Convention
the claims of Judge Dodds and as
well. the claims of the Eleventh Con-
gressional District for this nomina.
tion.
Attest:
Kelly S. Scarf.
President.
Jno. G. Watson.
Sacretarv
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
Informal Reception.

Some of the farmers of Sumner town
ship, feeling that they could not let the
homecoming of the newly welded couple,
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Gee, pass by un-
noticed, and after learning that no recep-
tion was TO be given, Mrs. VIM. Gee
asked for the use of the house and Feb.
?, neighbors and friends to the number
of siAty spent the evening at the Pioneer
Farm. Congratulations were heartily
given, followed by refreshments and a
few humorous toasts. The informal
affair was thoroughly enjoyed by the
host of friends of Mr.. and Mrs. Gee, all
OF whom wished them a long and happy
married life.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
Injured By a Cow.

Oscar Parker met with peculiar
accident Saturday night. from which
he received quite serious injuries. He
was near the planning mill. on Wood
worth avenue. when a cow which had
been led bv Volnev Church made a
dash at him and before Mr.. Parker
could reach a place of safety the ami
NAL had struck him with its head.
knocking him down. Mr.. Parker was
taken home and made as comfortable
as posi- BILE. He does not care TO have
the matter repeated. however.
The animal had always Deen docile,
but seemed to have become enraged.
as cattle frequently do when being led
Mr.. Church regrets the affair very
much but no blame can be attached tc
anyone.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
Ithaca PythianS Active.

Ithaca Lodge X, of p, is enjoying
the greatest boom in its history, under
the enthusiastic direction of II. j. Craw-
ford, chancellor commander. Last
Thursday night the officers of Fitz
James Lodge of this city assisted in con-
ferring the rank of page upon class of
"a candidates. At the meeting this
week l6 more candidates were initiated.
The work of the evening was we'll CIV
Ell by Grand Chancellor Ira G.. Curry of
Owosso, and the visitors from Alma.
AT the conclusion of the work ban
quet was enjoyed, at which interesting
talks were given by Grand Chancellor
Curry, Judge Scarf, j. c. Watson,
Archie Mccall and d. c. Voight.
The Alma knights report very pleas
ant time.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
WAS STRONG CASE.
S. ". Tinker Convicted Of Being a Good Fellow.
But The Case Was Settled.

S. w. Tinker was cantured at his
residence Friday night by the MEM
bers of the board of education and
accused of being good fellow, a
faithful school officer and a worthy
citizen. He was taken completely un-
awares ana after some hesitancv plead
ed guilty to the charge made against
him. After the excitement of the
capture had subsided. the court met
around small tables and the evening
was pleasantly passed in an endeavor
to reach a satisfactory verdict Before
court adjourned. however. President
Ezra Smith assured Mr.. Tinker the
case against him was serious one
and one regarding which his fellow
officers regretted to speak. and after
giving the retiring officer good
lecture for having offered his resigna-
tion without having given due and
timely notice of his intention. assured
the defendant that the court had de-
cided TO suspend sentence. and TO
the leave future consideration of the
case entirely with him. Mr.. Tinker
was then presented handsome suit
case as slight token of appreciation
and assured that his many Alma
friends hone his western journey will
be safe and happy one. Mr.. Tinker
responded feelingly. and expressed his
appreciation of the gift.
During the evening Mrs. Tinker
Sc rvei the members of the court
an appetizing lunch.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
0 B | 7 U A R Y.
Charlotte Francisco Kittridge.

Charlotte Francisco Kittridge.
After manv weeks and months of
patient suffering. Mrs. Bert kittridge
died at her home. just east of Alma.
Sunday night. She had been in fail
ing he alth for a number of years. but
her final sickness was of about wears
duration. She bore her illness un-
compliningly and was bright and
cheerful as the davs and weeks passed.
She died as she had lived. true chris.
tian woman. one who is mourned by
a large circle of scauaintances-
The deceased was the daughter of
Frank Francisco. former well
known resident of this section. and
she was born il. Isabella county. July
"a. 1880. The family moved to Alma
six years ago and on December Is.
1904. Miss Francisco. then young
lady of "a years, was united in marri-
age to Bert Kittridge of Inlay Citv.
and they bad made Alma their home
since their marriage.
For number of years the deceased
had been faithful member of the
F. NJ church and during her long
illness was sustained and comforsd by
her faith and hope in the Delessed
Savior.
The funeral services were held at the
house Tuesday forenoon at IL 100
O'Clock and the remains were taken to
Mt. Pleasant on the noon train for
burial
She is survived by two brothers and
two sisters and stepmoher. who
cared for her with a mothers devotion
and solicitude. and who feels her sor-
row greatly.
Among those VINO we're present at
the funeral were Thos Presley and
daughter. Mrs. +. q. Welch of Glaze @,
Mr. and Mrs. Hudnutt and family
and Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. Francisco and
son OF Mt. Pleasant.
The surviving relatives are very
grateful to the friends for the kind
ness shown their loved one during her
long illness. aud desire to express
their appreciation.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
CAUGHT IN A TRAP.
Warden Of jackson Prison Accused
Of Accepting a BrIbe.
MARKED BILLS IN HIS pocket
When Placed Under Arrest-Has Been Dis.
missed as warden.

Allan n. Armstrong. warden of the
Jackson prison. was arrested bv Sheriff
Bean of jackson county. late Saturday
night. on a warrant sworn TO by Gen.
Fred Green, of Ionia. the allegation
in the warrant being that Armstrong
accepted from Green a bribe in con-
nection with prison contract in
which Green is interested. The
pavment bv Green to Armstrong
of this money was a trap pre-arranged
bv Green in conjunction with Atty.
Gen. John z. Bird. who had been for
several days cognizant of alleged at
tempts on the part of the warden to
extort money from Green's COM
paw. In a corridor in a local hotel
on the outside of pair of double
doors leading into a room In which
the money was paid were stationed
two witnesses. who claim TO have
distinctly heard incriminating state
ments from Armstrong. 1t was on re-
CENT of all this information that the
attorney general caused to be issued
the warrant. On the person of Arm
strong when he was searched after
the arrest was found money identi-
fiede bv Green as being that which be
had paid to the warden. This money.
500 ia bills. the denominations of
ls of which were S. and one $40.
was shown Mr.. Gilmartin. of The De-
troit Free Press, and A. D. McBierny.
who took the numbers of these bills
and description of them.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
UNCOLNS BIRTHDAY.
viii Be Appropriately Celebrated AT
Alma College Chapel.
TABLET TO Be PRESENTED
Upon Which VIII be Inscribed That Great
American Classic, lincoIn's gettysburg
Address.

The one .hundredth anniversary OF the
birth of the great emancipator, Abraham
Lincoln, will be appropriately observed
by the citizens of Alma and the college
community, Friday morning, February
18th. The local Grand Army Post will
be present, taking part in the exercises,
and presenting TO the college an artistic
bronze tablet This tablet gives III full
that great American classic, Lincoln's
Gettysburg address.
The colored people Of the city
will also be present and will assist III
perpetuating the memory OF Americas
great president by leaving an elegant
picture of the martyr of freedom. An
other gift is also expected from friend
of the college. lust what this is TO be
seems 10 be a secret, which time only
will dlvulge Prof. J. E. Mitchell Will
deliver an address. Dr. Bruske, on be-
half of the college. will accept the vari-
GUS gifts and the School of Music wall
furnish several numbers.
The exercises are to be held in the
chapel at 10 o'clock. They are open to
the public and we anticipate crowded
house.
In all parts of the civilized world,
wherever the American flag is unfurl-
ed, this occasion will be observed with
fitting exercises. In adding their tribute
to the memory of this beloved American
Alma people will do honor to their city.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
The STATE ROUNDUP
MiChIqan Farmers Institute Roundup
viii Be Held at Mt. Pleasant
A SPLENDID PRO CRAM
Has Been Arranged and Many Noted Speakers
Will Take Part.

The annual roundup of the Michi-
gan Farmers Institute societies will
be held at Mt. Pleasant February %,
"a. 25 and 26th. For the four davs a
splendid program has been arranged
and every farmer in this section. who
can possibly do so. ought to plar
10 attend The program is varied in
the extreme. touching every phase of
farm life. The subjects are grouped
so that each day will be devoted to
special lines. The opening day will
be largely given uD to the discussion
of soil and methods of handling it as
well as the growing of some of the
more important crops. Wednesday,
the second day. is used for topics re-
lating to corn and other forage crops
Thursday Will be- for fruit and dairy
and FRIDAY will be live stock day.
Governor Warner and Lieutenant
Governor Kelly have both arranged to
be present and several speakers from
other states have been secured.
Among the speakers from other states
is j. p. Davis of Indiana. who has
an enviable record as institute lecturer
and his methods of discussing corn
culture and kindred subjects is not
only unique but will not fail to i'm
press his hearers.
The hotels. restaurants and churcht
have arranged to furnish meals q
reasonable rates and the local board[
of trade will provide houses for any
overflow from the hotels.
Any one desiring a copy of the pro-
gram NAV address l.. X. Taft, Agri-
cultural College. Mich.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04

Some weeks ago burglary was com.
mitted at Pennington and so nicely was
the job done that officers were unable
to find any clew of the culprits. A
dispatch from Owosso says John Full
man came TO that city Thursday of last
week and met Joseph Wright in a
saloon, where he endeavored to make a
good fellow of himself During the
evening the two fellows became very
chummy and Pullman made some
comment regarding the recent bur-
glaries at Pennington. Wright at once
became suspicious and he notified
Sheriff Conyis, who went to Owosso
and arrested Pullman on suspicion. The
fellow was brought to Ithaca and placed
in the county Jail to await develop
ments.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04

The golden wedding anniversary of
Mr. and Mrs. Counsellor of Newark,
was celebrated at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. w. Z. Mcfarland. in this
CITY. last week Wednesday. The oc-
casion was also Mr.. Mcfarland 8
fiftieth birthday and the dav was
passed in most delightful manner,
with the usual good dinner and good
cheer.
Mr. and Mrs. Counsellor are well
known throughout Gratiot county
having settled here when the county
was wilderness. Mr.. Counsellor is
75 years old aud, his wife is 66.and it
is the sincere wish of their friends
that thev may be spared to celebrate
many more happy anniv ersaries.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04

To watch the pupils at their work is
most interesting Each one seems to be
striving TO do his best--and his facelis
aglow with the pride he is taking in his
work.
Manual training has come to stay
and it is daily becoming more popular
with pupils, teachers and patrons. If
any one doubts the popularity of this
department of our educational system,
let him ask the pupils regarding the
matter.
BY manual training boys and girls are
taught to do certain things by doing
them. and the result cannot help but be
beneficial.
We are pleased to present herewith
picture of the workshop in the Alma
schools.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04

In practically every public school
system in the cities of the United States
is included department of manual
training. Five months ago such de-
partment was instituted at the Ward
school, and while five months is short
time in which 10 measure the success
of such a department, all who have
watched its growth are well satisfied it
has come TO stay. And none have well
coined it more eagerly than the pupils
themselves.
In installing manual training in the
Alma schools the board seleC ted large
room on the ground floor of the Ward
school, where plenty of light was avail
able. Here the working benches and
tools were placed. The most important
matter was the selection of an instruc-
tor. After careful inquiry and investi-
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
A Charming Hostess.

Miss Leontine Messenger entertained
the teachers of the city schools and the
members of the senior class of the High
school at her h ome Saturday night in a
very agreeable manner The evening
was pleasantly passed with music and
merry y-making and daity two course
supper was served, the place cards being
green and white. the class colors.
The warmth of the hospitality ex-
tended and the happy manner in which
the guests were entertained made the
evening pass only too soon.
Miss Messenger proved herself a
charming hostess.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04

CATION Miss Maud Hurford. a graduate
of the Ypsilanti Normal school, was
chosen.
Then came the problem of starting.
While all the boys must needs start at
the same point. the older ones, by rea-
son of learning much faster, soon out
distanced the others. Miss Hurford
not only took this into consideration but
so arranged the work that in the fall of
1909 each grade will step up to the work
intended for the grade above it just as
the various grades now progress in the
course of studies.
The manual training work is intended
for the boys of the sixth, seventh and
eight grades. Later it is quite probable
the department will be enlarged and the
work extended 10 higher grades. The
boys are first taught the use of the COM
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
Holidays For 1909.

HOLIDAYS in 1909 will come in almost
every case upon peculiar dates, July
falls on SUNDAY. leaving the small hoy
small chance to celebrate. Christmas
and New Years fall on Sunday. The
birthday of Abraham Lincoln. the first
martyr president, falls on Friday, and
Washington's birthday falls on wash
day. the Monday of the same month.
Memorial day.and July are both on
s undav.
Easter will be April IL. Labor day
will be late In its month. Septem Der.
falling On the 9Th. THANKSGIVING will
be on the second to the earliest possi-
hle date. falling on November 25.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1909-02-04
Happily Married.

Decatur Coleman, whose friends in
Alma and vicinity are numbered by the
population, was quietly married We'd
nesday. Jan. 81, TO Mrs. Charles Ingersoll
of this city. The ceremony occurred at
The residence of J II. Wilcox in Ithaca.
after which the newly welded couple
returned to Alma where they will make
their home at 526 Woodwork Avenue.
The Record joins with their many
friends in extending congratulations.