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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

At the regular June meeting of the
Board Of Trustees of the college, sew
eral actions were taken that will take
effect at the beginning of the next col
lege year Among other things it was
decided that starting with next year
he Conservatory of Music would be
made a department of the college and
would be in charge of one vocal and
one piano instructor 1t is believed
that this change will greatly streng-
then the financial status of the music
department.
The Trustees honored Professor
West, head of the department of
Chemistry, by granting him the Sab
batical year, which will entitle him to
a years leave of absence to go TO Eur
ope or wherever he chooses for re-
search work This leave of absence
to go to other fields is one of the great
est things that college professor can
wish for, as it enables him TO see the
newest and latest discoveries in his
special line of work.
From now on all children of mem
bers of the college faculty, will be
granted free tuition. The trustees
should be congratulated for this lib
eral step they have taken in reward
ing members of the faculty.
Rev. Paul Hincamp, who recently
completed a post graduate course at
Princeton Seminary, has been called
to the chair of Bible instruction. AL
though not at all certain, it is believed
that Mr. Hincamp will accept the offer
The committee that was appointed
at the last meeting of the Board of
Trustees to secure a new president
for the college, report some progress
At the present time they are consider
ing a man for the place, but nothing
definite as yet, is ready to report.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
SALVATION ARMY

On April 9Th, the Salvation Army
barracks were opened in the Adams
block, west Superior Street in Alma.
Since that time regular meetings have
been held and much spiritual benefit
received, at the present time there are
twenty soldiers enrolled. The barracks
have been newly seated with opera
chairs through the generous help of
G. V. Wright. A new sign has been put
out over the entrance and other inn
provements made. Last Sunday even
ing the barracks was full of people
witnessing the enrolment of ten new
soldiers. The army is very thankful
to the people of Alma for the assist
ance and many kind words of encour-
agement.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
LIVE STOCK
HUSBANDRY
CARE OF HORSES HOOPS.
Directions Fer Keeping Thorn In a
Healthy Condition.

Directions For keeping Tnem In
Healthy Condition.
Hoof dressing often il merely black
rarnish. drying quickly and doing
harm, says DIR. A. S. Alexander In
Farm Journal. Commonly such things
are put on to cover up the marks OF
the coarse rasp which has been used
TO make the foot ut the shoe. IL IL is
necessary TO blackep the hoofs on 90
ing TO town or church. apply mix
ture of neatsfoot oil and lampblack
or mixture of tallow. lard and yellow
beeswax colored with lampblack
To learn how healthy hoof should
look. examine the feet of an unshod
two-year-old colt and then try 10 keep
the work horses feet as nearly as pos
sible in that shape. If this can be
done. the horse will wear longer and
escape the discomfort or actual pain OF
contracted hoofs, mutilated and abused
in the shoeing shop or stable.
Another thing that contributes ma
terially 10 the welfare of the foot in
after years II hard work is the al
mirable practice OF bringing the colts
up once a month. standing them upon a
level floor. studying the hoof and then
rasping the walls slightly 10 keep the
foot trim and level. Train the feet
in the way they should grow and they
will not be so likely TO depart from
proper shape i'm adult years. The hoof
that is allowed 10 grow and remain
crooked during colthood remains so for
life and often Injuries the horse for
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

feed upon the tender sumac. aud even
tually the latter gives NJ the battle. and
It's root system smothcrs To death. The
root systems OF apparently every other
bush. small tree or brier excepting per
simmon and papaw succumb TO the
attack OF the goats. ana In the course
of two years the entire fed is reclaim
cd for agriculture
There are other interesting things To
be learned from the owner of II flock
OF Angoras besides their ability 10 clear
land And il Is evident that the bad
traits often ascribed To them have been
greatly exaggerated. II n twenty-six
inch woven wire fence with three
barbs above II Is used TO inclose "a flock
IF goats they usually stay within its
boundaries. care only being necessary
TO procure woven wire Through which
the goats cannot get their heads and
horns. A four inch mesh or less will
prevent the goats from becoming fas-
tened In the fence.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
JOSEPH NJ. HOME DEAD

Joseph NJ. Hoxie OF Clinton county,
formerly Gratiot County boy, died
last Monday morning.
Mr. HoXie was born in Fulton town
ship, Gratiot county, January Z, 1874.
He received his early education in the
country school near his home. At the
age of sixteen he passed the teachers
examination, and after this taught
school for several years. Later he
went to Alma College and TO the Ferris
Institute at Big Rapids. After finish
ing the courses in these two institu-
tons, he taught for another year and
became one of Gratiot county ex-
aminers. At the age of twenty-five
he obtained position at Bannister
teaching there for two years. From
that place he went to the u. of NJ.
graduating from the Law department
there in 1905 with high honors. Mr.
Hoxie came to st. Johns and prac-
tised law for five years, but on ac-
count of poor health moved about
five years ago to the farm in Green
bush where he died.
Besides the widow and children he
leaves to mourn their loss, four broth
ers. w. +. of Gratiot. T. J. of Green
bush. Herbert W. of Detroit and
Percy l.. of Detroit, and one sister
Anna c. futile of Gratiot, and a large
circle of friends and neighbors.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

The Pittsburg Heater Company
of Pittsburg, Pa, who manufacture
Gas Automatic hot water heaters. has
their Michigan representative here,
Mr.. f. +. Hewitt, demonstrating, at
the Gratiot County Gas office. the hot
water convenience of a home in spring,
summer and fall of the year. This
demonstration is one worth attending
no matter if you buy or not, and is a
subject well worth looking into. Their
heaters work automatically, giving an
unlimited supply of hot water at the
turn of any hot water faucet under a
low running cost. See their adv. on
Page 4.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
POULTRY
ano EGGS
SHADE FOR CHICKENS.
Plan to Plant a Few Fruit Trees In the
Poultry Yards.

Poultry Yards.
We are told 10y those who are In a
position TO know that hundreds OF
chickens are lost each year owing TO
the lack OF shade. writes Il correspond
ent In the National Stockman. Trees
may be purchased for such reasonable
prices that il is an easy matter for one
10 acquire the necessary shade In the
poultry yard and at the same time add
greatly to the producing value of the
farm by purchasing "A number Of fruit
trees and setting them out In the poui
try yard. Ii will not be long before
one will have not only all the shade
required but fruit besides Peach trees
are especially desirable for this pur-
pose. They are quick growers, and in
three years they should be in bearing.
Pear and apple trees are also good
shade trees.
In planting the young trees be sure
that you dig the holes sufficiently
large TO allow the roots TO spread ont
and rest i'm their natural position and
deep enough TO stand the same depth
as the tree stood in the nursery. Fill
in the surface soil around the roots
Prune the apple and pear trees at the
time of planting. cutting out all Oh,
weak, broken or bruised limbs.
Peach trees should be cut back 10 tn
main trunk then cut of the main
trunk to within two feet of the groun !.
Never put manure into the holes. and
be sure that the trees are set the prop
er distance apart.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
HISTORY OF ST. JOHNS CHURCH
(Contiued From Page II

(Contlued from rage
ated under the laws of Michigan and
admitted into union with the Diocese
of Michigan. Mr.. Williams left to be-
come rector of the church in Escana-
ba. The Rev. Mr.. Ryan had charge
of the parish for one year after the
removal of Mr.. Williams.
Just FIVE years ago last Sunday.
Rev. Frank Jackson took up the duties
of Rector of st Johns Episcopal church
of Alma, and under his ministry a
steady growth is shown in the enroll
ment Of the church. From So years
ago the number has increased until at
the present time the membership num-
bers 100 in good standing.
All credit is due Rev. Jackson for
his untiring work in the interest of the
church and congregation. He is be-
loved not only by the members of his
own church, but by all who know him.
In time of sorrow, need or suffering,
he has shown himself friend to all
regardless of creed. He has especial
ly taken the old people of the Mason
ic Home under his care and they ca
gerly look forward to his visits.
Rev. Jackson has also found time
outside of his church duties to assist
young people of the community in
many ways. He has helped them
with their school work, has opened a
gymn. for their use in the basement
of the church, and was the first or one
Of the first to start the Boy Scout
movement in Alma, much more might
be said of the splendid work that has
been accomplished by Rev. Jackson.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
PROFIT IN ANGORAS.
For Clearing Land Of Brush This Breed
Of Goats Is Unsurpassed.

When il comes TO clearing hill land
of brush and briers nothing can com
pare with Angora goats in thorough
ness or low cost OF work actually ac-
complished. writes a correspondent Of
the National Stockman Their favor
tie food is sumac. that worst Of all en-
emies of the bluegrass that is trying
TO produce a permanent sod over the
hills. The sumac with ~ low growth
its shading of the ground and lis shall
low and extended root system ever
ready 10 send up new sprouts. is one
Of the most difficult plants to destroy
and the hardest for man 20 conquer
To the goat this plant is very appetiz
ing the foliage and bark being strip
ped by the Angoras from each indir.d-
ual plant However. this first attack
on the sumac does no harm apparent
~ 10 its root system. ana score Of
new sprouts shoot MP to feed upon the
air
Under ordinary circumstances man
would be tempted TO surrender To the
persistent sumac Not so the goat Tie
neglects good blue grass pasturage 10
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

was sung and all retired TO Wright
Hall for the annual commencement
dinner. About two hundred and twen-
ty-five plates were set by Miss Albert
son in the spacious dining room. Led
by the seniors, Trustees and Alumni.
the students and friends of the college
marched into the dining hall TO feast
upon one of the finest dinners ever pre-
pared in Wright Hall.
After the dinner, Doctor Blaisdell
acting as toastmaster, called on Doc
tor Stoddard, who spoke in behalf of
the Board of Trustees. DIR. Stoddard
reviewed the work done by DR.. Blais-
dell for Alma and of the pleasant con-
nections between the Board and the
retiring president.
Miss Ethel Thompson, speaking for
the seniors, told of the four pleasant
years spent in Alma and Of the great
love the graduating class had for their
Alma Mater.
Miss Waite spoke for the faculty
and reviewed the achievements of the
past college year.
DR.. Stark of Saginaw, in speaking
for the friends of the College, men
toned the respect that Alma had won
all through the middle west, and Of
the great prospects she had for the
/ future.
Doctor Cooper of Leland Stanford
spoke for the Alumni. He told of the
ever increasing enthusiasm with which
the old graduates Of the school We're
developing for the future welfare Of
Alma.
After a few brief words from the
POSTMASTER, the diners stood and sang
the college song This ended one Of
the best Commencement weeks in the
history of the college.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
TWENTY EIGHTH ANNUAL COL
LEGE COMMENCEMENT


(Contiued From Page u
Smith, ABB; Ethel Thompson, ALB.
(cum laude); Addison Wilson, ABB;
State kindergarten certificates were
granted to Gladys Kelly, Vera Parker,
Jessie Duncanson, Frida Voltz, Irene
Warner, Marie Pegg, Irene Baker, Ha-
Eel Du Long, Margaret Robinson, Flos-
sic Hoover, Helen Games, Jane Green,
Mary Mitchell. Aura Funnel, Eloise
Muncie.
Certificates from the Conservatory
of music was given to Velma Gilmore,
Laurna Woodruff, Mary Rose, Lillian
Coll and Bope Butler.
The senior honors were as follows:
Valedictory, Gladys Dershem; Mathe-
matics- Chemistry, Clarence Goodrich
history Economics, Maurice Cole; Ger
man-History, Lulu Huber; Salutatory
Maurice Cole; Chemistry Biology, Al
bert Esselstyne; Sillman Scholarship
Silney Cook; Brownell Scholarship
Gladys Dershem
The Trustees of the college granted
but one honorary degree this year and
was to Rev. Charles Ernest Scott OF
the class Of '9s, who received the de-
gree of Doctor of Divinity.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
BAPTIST

j. W. Priest, Pastor, Residence SO2
Gratiot.
Sunday service-10:00 am.
Sermons "The Light of the World d
Sunday school-ll:30 am.
u. y. f. u. meeting-6:30 pm.
Topic: "Christ's Call TO the Young
Men of to-day"
Leader: Carts Sartor
High School Baccalaureate service
in NJ. f. at seven thirty.
Thursday night Prayer Meeting
1850 pm.
All are cordially invited to these
services.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
SiIaQe For Pics.

Silage enthusiasts declare it an ex-
cellent feed for every animal on the
farm. IL siIage is fed In connection
with concentrates II will be beneficial
to pigs. Kentucky has found that hogs
receiving shelled corn and corn and
soy bean silage made larger gains than
those fed sheled corn alone. 100
pounds OF silage equaling twenty-five
pounds of corn In feeding value. At
Ottawa IL was found the addition Of
some dry meal improved the palata-
bility Of the silage for swire. II Is.
however. considered too woody to be
fed alone with great degree OF sntis-
faction TO pigs.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
FEEDING THE CHICKENS.
Ratons For Birds Four Weeks Old ane
Upward.

When the chicks are four weeks old
il they have been properly fed, thes
should average from eight 10 twelve
ounces each. according to the breed
Leghorns less, Plymouth Rocks pos
sibly n little more From now on they
should be fed mixture Of Who'll,
wheat good heavy barley, cracked corn
and hulled oats. writes Il. f. McGreW
in the Western Poultry Journal. Bet
ter not have any oats in the grain mix.
ture than TO feed them in the hulls. II
no oats are fed i'm the grain mixture
feed double the quantity of ground oats
in the dry mash. for no kind of grain
is better for the growing chicks than
oats. and there is no better way Of feed
ing oats than 10 feed ground oats with
the husks sifted out of them.
a dry mash composed Of One-hali
ground oats Of this kind and one fourth
cornmeal and one fourth wheat mid
dlings. with the addition OF per cent
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
Church Notes.
CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST
Communion Service-10:00 am.
Sermon by the Pastor, w. p. Murray
Bible School-11:15 am.
Christian Endeavor-6:00 pm.
Suly:-"Christ's call TO Young Men of
to-day. Leaders: Lewis Redman,
Chas. Dutt Jr., Geo. II. Allen.
Thursday. Mid-week Prayer-7:SO pm
A cordial welcome awaits those who
attend these services.
ADVENTIST
Evangelist A. V. Mirrison is still
holding meetings at 7th Day Adventist
church, each evening, except Saturday
with good attendance. Thursday even
ing June 10th he will speak on "Pre-
sent Truth. Friday evening. The
Two Covenants, old and new. Sunday
evening, "Why do keep the 9TH
Day?" Monday evening, Every text
for keeping Sunday examined Tues
day evening (Which will be the last
meeting) us God Particular.
All are welcome.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
NEURALGIA PAINS STOPPED

You don't need to suffer those agon-
izing pains in the face, head arm,
shoulder, chest and back. Just apply
a few drops of soothing Sloan's Lin
iment; lie quietly few minutes. You
will get such relief and COMFORT Life
and the world will look brighter. Get
bottle to-day. 3 ounces for Csc, at
all Druggists. Penetrates without
rubbing.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

The income from Angora goats is
derived from the same sources as
from sheep. and the care OF a flock
Of them Is the same as for sheep.
They are less likely 20 be. killed by
dogs. though their yield OF mohair
is-much less than the yield OF wool
from sheep. Hill farmers with farms
To be- cleared can place "A high val
ue on flock OF goats doing the
work Without them some land viii
remain wilderness The Angora
shown is pure bred
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

The Red Indian Game is a fowl
that presents a pleasing appearance
to those who like a high standing
bird. Not only is the body erect. but
the neck is long and head carried
upright. The wings are large and
powerful This variety OF fowl
makes splendid table bird, al
though il IL not so prolific an egg
producer as are some other breeds.
The bird shown is a Red Indian
cock
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
SISTERS KILLED IN AUTO CRASH

Eva Black, Bessie Black, daughters
of Henry Black, Nottawa, were killed
and their older sister, Helen was fata-
lily injured when wagon in which
they were returning, Saturday, from
graduating exercises, was struck by
an Ann Arbor Railroad Motor car at
the crossing al Mt. Pleasant.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Your legal department must be
very expensive" 1T is" sighed the
eminent trust magnate. still. I sup
pose YOU have to maintain it," We'll.
] don't know. Sometimes ! think II
would be cheaper to obey the law
Birmingham AgeHerald.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
Field MarshalS.

The baton" borne by generals in
the French armies and by the mar.
shals Of other nations In emblematic
purely simply mark OF their Office.
The title OF field marshall is not
known In the United States army.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
had 70 Sta,

Travelling Lecturer for Society Gn
the remaining listener)-", should
like to thank you. sir. for so attentive.
ly hearing me to the end OF a rather
too long speech" Local Member OF
Society-"Not at all. sir. I'm the
second speaker"
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Don't be discouraged II the first sit
ting or two OF eggs do not hatch well.
Try again. and maybe You will have
better success next time
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT

ence McClennan, to DR.. Edward Glen
Sluyter, at their residence, on State
Street, Tuesday, June 10th, at 10 o.
clock. They will be at home after Ju-
ly 10th.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
MISCELLANEOUS SHOWER

About twenty of the girls friends of
Miss Florence Allen, gathered at her
home on State Street last Tuesday af-
ternoon and gave her miscellaneous
shower. Many elegant and useful
presents were presented, after which
refreshments were served A most en-
joyabl time is reported by all in at
tendance.
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT
Mr.. and Mrs. lothian Allen announce
the wedding of their daughter, Flor
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
Wrong Fiqurina.

II is a telling commentary on q
man when he begins to figure his
money in liquid measure.-Philadel
phia Inquirer.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Central Petroleum Co., Cleveland, over
$4,000 per month write us today for
position as salesman; every oppor-
tunity for advancement. Central Pc
troleum Co., Cleveland, Ohio. 18S8-tf
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Reports as follows for month end
ing May %
No. pupils enrolled .. 33
No. days taught .... %
Grand total attendance ... 654.5
Average daily attendance 2S.45
Percentage Of attendance SO
Pupils receiving perfect attendance
certificates for the month were; Leo
and Myrtle Adams, Jay Bigler, Victor
Fookes, Eliza Hoyt, L. T. Lentz, Pearl
and VIM Petit and John Whitcraft.
Pupils receiving certificates for the
pring term, were l.. T. Lentz, Jay Big
Ter, Pearl and NJ. Petit, Victor Fookes,
and Leo and Myrtle Adams.
Pupils receiving diplomas of perfect
attendance for the year We're: l.. I.
Lentz. Leo Adams, Myrtle Adams,
Pearl Petit, NJ. Petit.
Zelma Miller, teacher
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Optimistic Thosght.
We may despise the world, but W
cannot do without II.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

II you need old, but clean. papers
for floors, cupboards etc, call on the
Record. adv
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
Wanted and For Sale
Advertisement under this. head will
be charged FIVE cents per line
for each issue

For Rent:-Brick store building on
State Street, now occupied by
Smiths Grocery. Enquire of +. E.
Pollasky. l890-tf
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Piano for sale, high class piano,
slightly used, at bargain. Write or
call. j. Charles Kipp, Wheeler, Mich.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

For Rent-Finest Office suites in the
city, newly built with modern equip
lents. Enquire, f. +. Pollosky. 1Ss9-tf
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Wanted Five girls for work in as
sorting room, enquire of Liby Nc
Neil & Liby 1S9l-1x
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

For Sale:-Choice Lard at lie per ID
in lots of ; ID or more. Call j. A.
BARLEY, 81 Grant Street 1S91-tf
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

For Sale-A choice residence lot on a
good street. Will sell reasonable.
Enquire of Burt, Sharrar and Moore.
1861
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10
THE
HUPMOBILE

We have taken the agency for
Northern Gratiot and will be
pleased TO demonstrate this famous
car to anyone.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1915-06-10

Reports as follows for month end
Evening star., 1915-06-27
Foreign Papers and Periodi-
Gals Print Many Reports
of American Events.
REPRODUCE ADAMS WIN
OVER CUBAN CHAMPION
Local Players Defeat of Capablanca
Given Considerable Prominence
in London Paper.

One commodity. at least. which this
country is now sending to Europe is
not contra hand Of war-chess news and
games. A pathetic export, however
gratifying It may be TO the pride OF
American chess players. The great for
eign chess periodicals and newspaper
columns are now filled with reports OK
American events and American games,
and. alas. with lists of dead, missing
and wounded European chess masters.
Among the notable games now goin@
the rounds abroad. after a triumphant
tour through the chess publications a.
this country. is the brilliant victory o.
f. b. Adams over Capahlanca, played
in the second Of the Cuban's rec~nt
exhibitions before the Washington
Chess and Whist Club. So celebrated
has this contest now become that we
reprint the score together with the
most excellent notes from the London
Times of June IL.