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The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-08-03
HAIL BEATS DOWN CROPS.

The severe rain, hail and cleo
trical storm wrought further dam
age and ruin to crops throughout
Jefferson county, especially in the
eastern and southern sections,
where the storm spent its force.
Rain fell in torrents, accompanied
by hailstones ranging from the
size of a pea to that of a pigeon
egg. Telephones were put out of
commission in all localities, and
Pewee Valley is entirely cut off
FIR m telephone communication
with Louisville on both lines.
In the city the street car traffic
was crippled, many fuses of the
motors being blown by lightning
striking the trolley wires or the
water getting into the electrical
devices. Other accidents result
ing from the effects of the storm
the service. Lightning
struck and set afre two dozen
shocks of wheat on the farm of
Lee Miles, near Fern Creek.
However, the heavy downpour of
rain soaked the earth and wheat
stubbles and prevented the fire
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
LMA.-SAGINAW ". S.

Arthur Hill High school OF Saginaw
defeated the local high school football
team last Saturday by a score OF o
to 0. The score was made on an in
tercepted forward pass, from Fishbcck
to Wood, and a long run through a
clear field The local teams defense
and offonsc was stronger, in many
ways. than Arthur Hills. The ball
was in Arthur Hills territory almost
continually. as only three plays were
made in Alma's half OF the lot
Wood and Kress did the best
ground gaining for the locals. and
Jargett, Barry and Clark were on the
job when it came to tackling. Jack
son, Robinson and Vought, guards.
played strong games, as did Dunham,
Alma's lightweight center.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13

the score in the last quarter had he
not badly wrenched his knee in hard
tackle. Hills condition is not serious
and there is little doubt but that he
will be able to play in the big Michi-
gan game next Saturday.
1.-TWO Detroit players, new on the
varsity, filled the left end job, in the
absence of Stone, whose condition did
not permit of his playing. Beebe
played the first half and featured by
connecting with forward pass from
Riblet for a 20-yard gain. Davis
played left end in the second half and
showed great speed in getting down
the field on kick.
Capt Kefgen played star game
for the losers. He figured in getting
down the field on punts. Cook did
the best offensive work"
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
THEY RE.0RGANIZED

The Ladies Aid Society of the Alma
NJ. E. church met Tuesday at the pas
tors study and re-organized the So
ciety, electing the following officers
for the ensuing year:
President-Mrs. \. A. Palmer.
First Vice President-Mrs. II. B.
Stucky.
Second Vice President-Mrs Golden.
Third Vice President-Mrs. B.
Walker.
Fourth Vice President-Nrs. r.
Mack
Secretary-Mrs. c. Pettyjohn.
Assistant Secretary-Mrs. J. w.
Thorne.
Treasurer-Mrs. c. L. Delavan.
Assistant Treasurer-Mrs. +. Z.
West
The society looks forward to a
prosperous year.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
SYNOD OF MICHIGAN
Meeting Of Representatives Of Pres.
byterian Church OF the State
SEVERAL ALMA MEN THERE
Reports of Trustees of Alma College and of
Visiting Committee

The Synod of the Presbyterian
church of the state is convening this
week in Flint. The Synod is COM
posed OF the pastors of all the
churches Of the Presbyterian denomi-
nation in Michigan and lay members
from the different churches Repre-
senting the local church are Rev. H.
l.. Grain, its pastor, and four of the
members of the college faculty, Profs.
Ewing, Cook, Clizbe, and President
Bruske. President Bruske is on the
program for an address Thursday
morning.
The session opened Tuesday even
ing at 7:30 with a preliminary meet
ing, but the main portion of the con-
venton began Wednesday morning.
Wednesday evening there was popu-
lar meeting in the interests of foreign
missions, at which Rev Stanley
White, the secretary of the foreign
mission board, gave an address on a
subject pertaining to the work OF the
Presbyterian church in foreign lands.
Today is educational day and is of
special interest to Alma people in that
the report of the trustees OF the col
lege and of the visiting committee.
The report of this last committee will
be given by E. a. Knapp of Adrian.
At ten-thirty today DR.. Bruskee de-
livered his address to the Synod. To-
morrow will be devoted to further
meetings in the morning and especi-
ally to the listening OF the reports
Of the various committees appointed
by the Synod.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
ENJOYABLE BIRTHDAY

Bearing in mind that last Friday
was the 10th birthday Of George S.
Naldretf, the Middleton Masonic
lodge went that evening to the Maid
rett home two miles north and sur
priscd "Uncle George 1t was a
genuine surprise and Mr. Naldrett
didn't recover from the shock for
some time after his guests appeared.
The evening was spent in having an
informal good time and feasting upon
generous supply OF watermelons
which members OF the party took with
them. There were short speeches by
Dr. Hall OF Pompeii, NJ. 5. Howell.
John S. Wright, c. \. Isham and
Uncle George The lodge present
ed Mr. Naldrett with handsome satin
masonic apron. The host was SO
overcome at receiving this token OF
fraternal esteem that he was unable
to say anything for few minutes,
but when he did respond expressed his
gratitude in very fitting words.-Mid-
dleton Record.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
ARCADIA FARMERS CLUB

The September meeting of the
Arcadia Farmers Club convened at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. II. Walston.
The president, Mr.. c. F. Hainline,
called the meeting to order. Thirty
responded to roll call.
The following was the program OF
the September meeting:
Select reading by Mrs. Andrew
Nestle.
Select reading by Mrs. d. J. Best.
The members that were not pres
ent missed a rare treat Of literary ex-
cellence.
Program for the October meeting
of the Arcadia Farmers Club, to be
held at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Rockefellow:
Reading by Mr.. Stadleburgur.
Recitation by Mrs. w. Hutchinson.
Reading by Nellie Murwin.
Reading by Mrs. H. Walston,
Reading by Mr.. Geo. Irish.
Reading by Mrs. J. Fink.
Reading by Mr.. S. w. Peck.
Mrs Henry Fuller, Cor Sec.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
SQUIRRELS WILL FAST.

One crop that is' short in this sec
tion this fall is the nut crop. There
are no walnuts, no butternuts and no
hickory nuts, say the farmers. This
will be an especial hardship, as the
walnut crop in Europe and California
is short and prices will be high The
cholera scare in Italy has cut off the
shipment of the product from that
country entirely. Walnuts will sell
for 25 cents a pound and almonds and
pecans at from 20 to 25 cents. Our
festive friend, the peanut, will be
plentiful and according to wholesale
prices a nickel ought TO buy more Of
them than ever.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
PLAYED GOOD GAME
Alma Springs Surprise by Holding N,
A.C. TO Two TOui hd0WnS

In speaking of the Ama-M. y c.
football game, played at the Agricul-
tural college icld last Saturday, the
Free Press of Detroit said in its Sun
day issue:
"In one OF the most exciting early
season games ever seen on College
field, the Alma team this afternoon
surprised the college fans by holding
NJ. \. c. to an II to O score. The
game was a closely fought one from
start to finish. and although the visi-
tors had little chance OF scoring,
Coach Brewers men by no means had
things ali their own way. Several
times the Alma line held like a wall,
the NJ. \. c. backs being unable to
pierce it,
1T was largely a punting duel and
Hill had it over Cook in that par
ticular. the ball being in Alma's half
Of the field most of the time. The
work of Hill was wonderful. In the
first quarter, this speedy player circled
Kefgen's end and the Alma secondary
defense 25 yards for touchdown. Hill
made the only other touchdown in
the third quarter by breaking through
the Alma line and lodging Is yards
for touchdown.
Both tallies were of the ultra-sen-
sational nature and brought the crowd
to its feet. Hill kicked one of the
goals, thus making the entire | | points
of the game. The work done by this
player would have helped to enlarge
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
ENJOYABLE STAG PARTY.

Simon Messenger, the proprietor Of
one of Superior streets leading dry
goods houses, entertained a quarter
century of his friends at a stag card
party Monday evening at the Mes
singer home on State street. Various
card games, ive-hundred, pedro, and
others, were enjoyed for several hours,
after which elegant refreshments were
served 1t was we'll along towards
morning when the gentlemen Of the
company wended their ways home
ward. The evening was one of those
pleasant occasions which are always
assured when entertained at the Mes
singer home.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
LOCAL HAPP PEN|NGS

Mrs. r. d. Hanson, who has been
here for the past month visiting her
father. S. +. Cowdery, on West Supe-
rior street, left for her home in St.
Paul, Minnesota, Tuesday morning.
Mr. and Mrs. w. A. Bahlke enter
tanned last week Mrs Eugenia and
Mia Haley of Seattle, Washington.
The ladies were cousins OF Mrs.
Bahlke and were making a trip across
the continent, later visiting New Mex
leo and points of interest in the far
southwest
An advertisement is to a merchant
very much like what sowing seed is
to farmer. 1t may take a little time
for the results to become apparent,
but they are sure TO come. The wise
man is not niggardly with his seed
nor the wise merchant with his adj
vertsement.
Over 100000 was paid into the
University Of Michigan treasury Mon
day, oct. 3, by students in fees. SO
far since enrolment began over Sl60,-
GOO has been paid in All indications
point to a greater enrolment in all
departments than ever beiore, and d
a rule the new student, entering
seem to come better prepared, though
there was am exception to freshman
who is pronounced by all to be the
grecncst that ever attempted to enter
the university There was not a thing
he was told 20 do that he did not do,
from reciting his high school gradu-
ating essay to an admiring crowd OF
sophs to applying to the Alpha Phi
sorority for board and room. He
holds the distinction of being the first
freshman who ever was sold letter
box on the campus, rent OF the box
emitting him to correspond with any
coed he desired TO write to.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
OBITUARY.

Leon Rowley Robinson, youngest
son of Mr.. and Mrs. II. X. Robinson,
was born in SUMMER township Feb.
9, 1901, and died at his home in Pine
River township Oct |, 1910, OF COM
plication of diseases. He was very
obedient child and of a sunny disposi-
ton. which endeared him TO all. both
old and young During his entire
sickness he was most patient little
sufferer and always So very Consider
ate Of the feelings OF others MI was
done for him that physicians and low
ing hands could do, but TO no avail,
and about 4:30. Saturday. Oct. |, he
passed into the arms of the Saviour.
The funeral was held at the resi-
dence, conducted by Elder Noff-
singer Of Forest Hill assisted by Elder
Carl of Alma. Interment in the
Wright cemetery. Those who were
in attendance at the funeral from
away were: Mr.. and Mrs J. R. Rob-
inson of Grand Ledge. Mrs. S. r.
Fem of Potterville, Mrs. III. H.
Rhodes of Coral and Mr.. and Mrs.
f. Welch and daughter of Grand
Ledge.
The grief-stricken parents have the
II L.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
EA1S OWN CHICKENS
Fred H. Rowland is the Happy Victim
OF a Double Surprise

Fred H. Rowland, the genial and
popular former cashier of the Bank of
Riverdale. was very much surprised
Friday night, September 80, by score
of his gentlemen friends at Riverdale.
The unfortunate gentleman was lured
TO the hall Of the Odd Fellows, where
an old-fashioned surprise party with
new wrinkle was sprung on him
As soon as the genial banker was en-
joying his own jokes and stories and
those OF the rest of the company. some
Of his treacherous friends slipped
quietly away and hied themselves
straight to Mr. Rowlands chicken
coop. There they boldly purloined
four good. fat fowls. brave in their
knowledge Of the owners absence
The juicy chickens were soon turned
over to a good cook. who had them
frying in the pan in no time. Later
the guest of honor enjoyed the chick
ems immensely, but was greatly taken
back when he was informed that the
fowls were from his own coop. The
information was given gently, so that
Mr. Rowland recovered from the
shock all right. The joke is new and
clever, but you who own good, de-
licious chickens, beware of surprise
oarf,ee MI" tNf
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
ELECT A Chairman
Board Of Supervisors Now in Session
at Ithaca
COMMITTEES WERE APPOINTED
James Gibbs of Newark Township the New
Chairman

The board Of supervisors gathered at
the county seat Monday for their re-
gular October session. There is
Democratic majority on the board and
as was expected a Democratic men,
Der was elected chairman.
Immediately after calling TO order
Monday afternoon a motion was made
to proceed to the election of chair
man. Upon the first ballot James
Gibbs OF Newark received II votes, P.
NJ. Smith OF Alma 8, and two were
blank. Mr. Gibbs receiving a major
ity Of the votes cast was declared
elected.
Mr.. Gibbs the new chairman, has
served several years on the board of
supervisors He is a man OF good
judgment, has the respect of the men,
bers OF the board and will undoubtedly
make good presiding officer.
The following named committees
were appointed by Chairman James
Gibbs OF the Board Of Supervisors at
the October session 1910:
Equalization-Bradford Williams,
Cords Smith, Newton, Ely, Whitman,
Bollinger.
Claims-Peach, Wright, Brice.
County Oficers-P. NJ. Smith, Jes-
sup, Owens. oo
Ways and Means-Ostrander, Clark,
Scott -
Taxation - Hutchinson, Himes,
Case
County Building-Sweet, P NJ.
Smith, English. biHoW
Resolutions--Clark, Andrus, HMfs
Road and Bridges-Ely, Newtpn,
English jsunGqro
Drainage-Himes, Going. .JessHp,
Case, Owens. a..o--z n
Fines-Andrus, Hutchinson, SGqtt
Salaries-Jessup, Going, Hull, ,a1.
Cancellation-Newton, Going, Hull,
Scott, Andrus.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
6. Y. Tam :::3:.:SR:.:.::: DEAD
A Pioneer Of GratiOt County Passed
.....-.. Away In Traverse City doIo

Gratiot county lost another OF its
pioneers wheh c. w Tanee,' 'Sr.niowas
called beyond in his sixty-eighth Year
He had lived for a At seanufnt,et of
years In Gtatioti cetmy rspent the
last few yearsio his ylifnah Tbayfrse
City, and it wasoheretinths bistlnThe
body Was brought te-this Sityta astySat-
prdaya and the, fupeFalt ocSuVed at the
home OF the dseSesssd 81 sdwp on pgnt1sbin bindeh ave
nue. the following Sunday. The
funeral services were conducted by
the Rts1SDIBfrhKlIbAc of St.
John's Episcopal. church, The, inter-
nent was at Elwe1l.. a''i7n a
Mr.. Tahee had Been IL bH sfneys in
Gfstiot county lfdt reatehtanyey ytars.
lSofhe forty yearsuago fieneandutJed a
4nefcaiitiIe establishment s@V Superior
street, which the eqltieseneaidnts of
Alma will rette pbcrbs e. nleaHss a
wife and three ehadreNembo,bsys the
sympathy of their many friends in this
and other localities in their sorrow.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
WANT NEN LIQUOR LAN
Association Recommends Purchaser
Makes Affidavit
ACT LIKE SCARED CATS"
Grand Rapids Druggist Says II is Time TO
Assert Rights and not Whine for FavOrS

War has been declared between the
Michigan Retail Druggists associa-
ton and the Michigan Anti-Saloon
league. The break came at the state
convention at Kalamazoo when the
association refused TO consider a
single request of the league in the
proposed changes in the state liquor
law for druggists.
Immediately following the confer
ence between the anti-saloonists and
druggists the latter adopted a resolu-
tion asking for the following changes
in the state law:
Liquor to be sold to customers only
on a'sworn statement from a customer
that he needs it for medicinal pur-
poses. Making false statement in
the affidavit punishable in the same
manner as forgery.
No responsibility on the druggist
when a clerk sells liquor illegally
a list OF all posted drunkards must
be furnished each druggist.
\ requirement that all county clerks
must furnish druggists with blanks for
recording liquor sales.
The proposed changes in the law
were adopted for local option counties
only.
The Anti-Saloon league, as repre-
sented by Attorney Pliny Marsh and
Rev r. n Holsaple, desired that prac-
tically no changes be asked, these men
regarding the Dickinson law as just
and fair
Lee NJ. Hutchins OF Grand Rapids
made a striking speech in which he
said: The druggists have been on
the defensive long enough. We have
been acting like a pack of scared cats.
No more of this whining for favors;
let us insist on our rights"
The point in the controversy between
the druggists and the anti-saloon in
terests was the provision in the law
which makes sales possible only on a
physicians prescription This ar
rangement is said TO furnish no pro-
lection to the druggist, who can be
prosecuted for the sale if it is to a
drunkard although he has a prescrip-
tion from 4 doctor. The association
declared that such an arrangement
was unfair and recommended the
legislature to abolish the provision.
The responsibility should be on the
purchaser, think the druggists.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
AUCTION SALE.

Next Monday October Il, Harry
Clark, who lives 81 miles west and ,
miles south OF Alma, or 21l miles
south and = mile east OF Elweli
offers for sale at auction a large list
OF personal property. Mr.. Clark has
rented his farm and Holman, the
Auctioncer, will cry the sale. Read
his advertisement in this issue Of The
Record.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
Commissioner of Schools

Mrs. Fred Wilson gand isistersBMiss
Lottie Moorry Turned tor thein,home
in Carson City last Saturday. after a
visit here wthrthor sister, Mrs. Ethel
Mcneil. q ssas1o sli1od sh To-
The Alma Cbilepe sd ootb aiirste am
goes toudYpsilanti snextI Saturday to
play them Norh1aiblo Although fine Nor
mails are considered quite st<o,e this
year. the Alma boys expect to hang
their scalps at their belts.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
CLASS RALLY.

The Antie Vie society and the
Knights of the New Ceptit$A bpth
connected closely with. the Mstliqdist
Sunday school held ~vety-efjoyable
rally al the home of T. J. Clark on
River avenue last Friday evening.
The rally was in thB.ost&tE Of bs9Gial
and was an invited affair About sixty
invitations were issutdland some forty
jolly young people took advantage Of
the opportunity to spend a very en-
ioyable evening with the two organ
nations. ...--.i-4
There was nothing formal during
the evening, but from the first every
body enjoyed himself heartily. Good
hearty. lausliabie games were played
and rcptayed. A novel spelling bee
was introduced Habone words We're
printed which had to- be both pro-
nounced and spelled backwards,
which cFeatedn end OF amusement
a bowling contest was engaged in in
which the prizes were apples BY a
clever Arrangement OF the initials Of
those present on cards drawn to rep
resent pumpkins, carrots and so on,
another Word spelling contest was
conducted 4 prize of box of candy
was awarded the iwianet,- Marcelle
Adams. Refreshmetatsso of grape Juice
and waters were served, Everyone
had a good Jolly time fandU y is, strong
for the Antie Vie and gths knights of
the NeW NentpFynfIursl1 yf4gts
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13

of Thomas Grover of Arcadia town
ship, died October sixth at the home
of his parents. The child was but
three days over three years of age the
day of his death. The funeral was
held at the house Friday afternoon
and the burial was in Bailey ceme-
tery in Arcadia township. The par
ents of the little one have the deepest
sympathy of all in their loss of their
little son.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
CARD OF THANKS

Words can not express the many
thanks we wish to extend to our
friends and neighbors for the many
acts of love and Kindness shown us
in our late bereavement in the death
of our dear little son Leon. We also
wish to express our many thanks to
the choir for the songs so beautifully
rendered and to those who furnished
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13

such beautiful flowers and especially
to his little Sunday School class who
have thus remembered him during his
entire sickness, and to the pastors for
their words of comfort.-Mr. and Mrs.
II. X. Robinson, Wayne Robinson and
other relatives.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
CHOSEN DIRECTOR.

At a recent meeting OF the directors
Of the First State Bank p. NJ. Smith
was elected director to fll the uneX-
pircd term of the late Ely Brcwbaker
lIr. Smith viii I'LL the position to the
satisfaction Of the stockholders as well
as the patrons of the bank
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
1901 LECTURE COURSE

Next Monday solicitors will commence
the sale Of tickets for what is confidently
expected to be the best course of enter
tainments ever offered the citizens of
Alma. The course opens Nov. Is, with
the Florentine Orchestra, company of
fifteen high class artists, assisted by
Nine Amelia Deirlle dramatic soprano.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
CLOSING OUT

have large line of Tungsten Electric
Lamps in 30, 30, and 70 candle power,
which will close out AS follows:
Thirty-two candle each 7ic
Fifty candle each Soc
Seventy-fve candle sl.l5
This is your opportunity to buy high
grade lamps at wholesale prices.
OTTO SANDERHOFF,
The Cash Hardware Merchant.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
TEACHERS EXAMINATION

The next regular examination for
teachers will be held at the court house,
Ithaca, Thursday and Friday, Oct, %
and 26, beginning at $50 a. III. Certi.
fcates of second and third grades will
be granted from this examination.
CHARLES +. PIKE, 20 ''
Commissioner of Schools
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13

liz addition to the orchestra number the
course includes. The Whitney Male
Quartette, Judge Ben B. Lindsay, Geo.
ID. Allen, and the famous Packard, the
Goth century humorist The price re-
mains the same Sl00 for the course
ticket Reserve seats additional
Have your dollar ready when the
solicitor appears.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-10-13
INFANT DIED.

Marshall F. Grover. the infant son
The progressive farmer and southern farm gazette. (Starkville, Miss.) 1910-1920, 1910-07-02
Farm Training Needed.

only a short time ago great
creamery was built and the company
wanted young man who understood
how to make a first-class quality OF
putter. They were willing to pay
such man $125 per month apd adj
vance his salary as the business in
creased. They wrote to the presi-
dent of one of our great State agri-
cultural colleges, stating what they
wanted. | saw the letter the presi-
dent wrote in answer He said: IT
nave looked over all my men care
luily' and ! am sorry to say that |
do not have one that | feel war
ranted In recommending to you to
MI the place." But he went on to
say that II they had written him for
lawyers, doctors or preachers, he
could have sent them a carload on
an hours notice. Now this was cast
ing no reflection upon the nrofe.-
slohs' Tor they are all needful. and
we must have young men trained for
hlilng these positions, but the point
is that some Of these professions
may be oVer-supplied, while our az
rlcultural possibilities are vet in
their infancy, and are just beginning
10 be developed.-F. S. White in
Farm Magazine.