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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
COLLEGE TEAM
WIN AND LOSE
Defeated by Hope But Win
Over the Hillsdale
Quintet.
LOCAL TEAM IN GOOD FORM
Have Two More Games to Play
in the Inter- Collegiate
Series.

The boys wearing the Maroon and
Cream were given another walloping
last Thursday night when they met
the Hope college team of Holland.
Hope carried fine, we'll organized
team and played clean game. The
first half started off with some fast
work on both sides. The score run up
to nine to one in favor of the local
team, but Hope soon picked up and fin
ished the first half with a score of
ii to II in their favor.
During the last half Hope stuck
together like a stone wall, making
it impossible for he local boys to
break through. The Hope team prac-
tically had control of the ball through
out the last half of the game.
Spinney played an excellent game
for Alma, making several good field
baskets. Van Putten and Veenker
were the stars of the Hope team.
Both these boys showed they were
players of the first water Van Put
ten made most of the points for the
visiting team bu du crd hsiatetCdn
visiting team but due credit has to
be given to Veenker who had an eX-
ceptionally accurate long distance shot
for the basket He is considered one
of the best basketball players ever put
on the floor by Hope college.
Friday Nights Game.
However the local boys changed
their luck last Friday evening when
they met the Hillsdale team. This is
the second game won by the local team
in the intercollegiate series. They
have won and lost one game and have
two more games to play.
The score result was 80 to %. The
Hillsdale team We're real bunch Of
basketball players and were in good
form for the game, but the Maroon
and Cream made the best of it in the
end.
Pullen was the star of the visiting
team making the most points, Roberts
the guard also displayed marked quail
ifications in his field.
The popular homeman, Spinney,
again made good for the local team.
His aim was good for the basket, get
ting fifteen out of eighteen free
throws and making three basket
throws from the field.
This Friday the home team will
meet the Tri-State team of Angola,
Ind.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
OBITUARY

George w. Faunce, son of Caleb f..
and Elizabeth Faunce was born in
Fulton county, Indiana, on April 20,
1858 and died Jan. %, 1916, age So
years, 8 months and 2l days. He was
united in marriage to Eliza Glass on
oct. 1s, 1877. To this union was born
six children, four girls and two boys.
One girl Clara Louisa died in infancy.
The wife and mother died, Sept "a,
1891. He was later married to Jane
Davis. He leaves hree daughters, two
sons, fourteen grandchildren, one
brother and one sister. He became
afflicted about year ago with cancer
and suffered extremely. He was a
patient sufferer and very uncomplain-
ing. He resided at Anderson, Ind, un-
I'll he 10th day of December, when
he came to Forest Hill, Mich, to make
his. home with his son, c. A. Faunce.
The funeral was held at the home,
Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 and he
was taken to Ohio for burial.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
DISTRIBUTION OF PLANTS

The Departmnt of Agriculture of
Central State Normal, Mt. Pleasant,
Mich, is preparing for the annual dis
tribution Of plants Seven years ago
there were planted few hundred wal
nut seeds and the trees distributed to
the school children of Isabella county
the following year. The idea has rown
until over 5000 trees are distributed
each season, a total of $4,000 trees
having been sent out. These trees are
one year old and will do well when
given ordinary opportunity. There
is no reason why every farm should
not have several walnut trees growing
on it and it is only a question of
time when they will bear abundantly.
The trees are sent by parcel post
prepaid about Arbor Day. They are
furnished at cost of production and
transportation, two cents each, no
order accepted for less than twenty
five cents.
Last year the distribution Of two
year old Concord grapes was begun.
A great many plants were sent out
and again demonstrated that one of
the chief factors in planting is
cheap source of reliable plants. These
are sent out at n cost of six cents
each. including transportation, no ord
ers accepted for less than thirty cents.
Checks, money orders, etc, will be ap-
preciated as a form of sendingsmoney
as only a certain amount of stamps
can be used conveniently.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
ALMA MAN ROBBED
or SITS IN DETROIT
J. X. McCarty of This City is
Victim of Thug and
Loses Money.

j. X. McCarty residing at 2l9
Prospect avenue in this city returned
TO his home last Thursday from De-
troit, minus about S75 and with an
ugly wound on the back of the head
resulting from blow struck by some
thug with an iron instrument Of some
kind.
Mr.. McCarty is an employee of the
Republic Motor Truck Company Of
this city and had gone to Detroit on
Tuesday evening. AZ the time he was
struck he was returning from the
home Of a relative Wednesday eve
ming and was walking along one of
the main thoroughfsres of the city.
lie states he was not aware of be-
ing followed but was walking along
the inside edge of the side walk close
to the buildings His next recollection
was Of being helped to his feet in a
dazed condition by stranger. SO sud
den was the blow struck that Mr.. Nc
Carty was entirely taken off his guard
and he had no idea of how long he
lay on the street before being picked
up.
Upon being helped to his feet he
was assisted by the stranger TO the
police station where the woud was
dressed and he was taken to the
Emergency Hospital The blow was
struck with some sharp instrument Of
thug warfare ad the wound bled
profusely. 1t was necessary to take
five stitches to close the cut
The mans pockts were entirely
rfled of their contents. He carried
about $40 in money and a pay check
OF the Motor Truck Company for S35.
He Immediately stopped payment at
the local banks of the check and the
Motor Truck will issue a duplicate.
1t is rumored a gang OF thugs are
working in Detroit at present and
Mr. McCarty is not the only victim
OF their work
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
William Baker, Brother of
Local Man, and Woman
Burn to Death.
FIRE SWEPT BUSINESS STREET
Over $4,000 loss is Reported
Fire Marshal Orders
Investigation.

l.. ~ Baker of this city received
word Wednesday of the death of his
brother, William in an attempt to res
cue a woman from burning building
at Midland on Tuesday night
William Baker is president of the
Peoples Savings bank of, Midland.
The fire swept a section of the
business district causing damage to
the extent of about $4,000 The blaze
was discovered shortly after three
O'Clock in the rear Of the Reinhardt
q Sons general store. Hotor fire
apparatus was called from Bay City
but on account of the bad roads it
was impossible for them to get
through.
Mrs. Taylor of Elkton the other
death victim was employed in a mil
linery store which was burned and
was rooming over the store room. She
returned TO her room 70 secure some
belongings. As it was dangerous
undertaking TO enter the building Mr..
Baker and Mr.. Scott an electrician fol
lowed her. Just after they had en-
tered the building several explosions
followed and the walls caved in trap
ping the three. Scott escaped but the
bodies of Mr.. Baker and Mrs. Taylor
were not recovered till noon. AS sew
eral apartments were used for
dwelling purposes, a number were
forced to flee from the burning build
ing in their night clothes.
The fire marshal will make d
thorough investigation to ascertain
the cause Of the blaze 1t has been
impossible to run down rumors that
third person was also burned to
death
Az eye witness states that the blaze
could nave been put out with a pail of
water. What caused the explosions
put the fire out of control is unknown.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
POPULAR ALMA YOUNG
MAN MARRIED IN OHIO
Marshall Allen and Martha
Marie Mackabee United Last
Tuesday.

A week ago last Sunday Marshall
Allen of this city made a quiet get
away for Sunny Kentucky where he
was joined by Miss Martha Marie
Mackabee of that state and the pair
were united i'm marriage on Tues
day The marriage took place in the
city of Ironton, Ohio. The ceremony
was performed by Rev. w. Hampton
in the Christ Episcopal church where
Miss Mackabee was confirmed. Only
the immediate relatives and a few
friends witnessed the ceremony after
which the newly married couple de-
parted for Alma to make their home.
Mr.. Allen and Miss Mackabee were
accompanied by Miss Prudence Nc
Guffin of Paris, France, and Mr.
George Maier of Alma, Mich.
The bride was attired i'm a white
travelling suit with white ermine furs
and white cape. The bridemaid wore
suit of Green Velour DeLaine, both
bride and bridesmaid carried pink
roses.
A wedding breakfast was served at
the home Of Mrs. McGuffin, mother
of the bridesmaid.
Mrs. Allen came to this city about
two years ago and was associated with
Mrs. Gaffney as millinery trimmer
Mr.. Allen is a we'll known local
man and their large circle OF friends
extend congratulations. They are
making their home at 3J2 Maple ave
nue..
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS
ENTERTAIN THE LADIES
Local Lodge Gives Banquet and
Dancing Party TO Pythian
Sisters.

Fitz James Lodge No. 80 Knights Of
Pythias gave very delightful enter
tainment and banquet in honor of the
21st anniversary OF the Pythian Sister
Lodge last Thursday evening.
A we'll arranged program consisting
of vocal and instrumental music, reel
tations and reading, was followed by
a guessing contest, after which the
guests were invited into the banquet
hall, where a nicely appointed supper
was served. The tables were very
beautifully decorated with myrtle and
white and pink carnations.
After the supper was served those
who wished TO dance, had the opport-
unity to enjoy that pleasure About
thirty couple were present and all
reported a very pleasant and enjoy
able evening.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
BEST ARBOR A. o. o. G ARCADIA

Met with companion Mr.. and Mrs.
John Fink Wednesday, Feb. 8. Seven
teen were present and all enjoyed the
meeting very much. The box lunch
which was prepared and served by
the women at 1890 worked out so
nicely it was decided to serve at the
next meeting in the same manner, only
the box lunch is TO be prepared by the
gentleman and drawn by the ladies.
They also will make coffee and serve
same.
AT l:30 the meeting was called TO
order by Chief Cleaner Alvin Miller.
Roll call found all officers present ex-
cept |. G. o. G.. The regular routine of
business was taken up, and under the
head of new business withdrawal
card from this arbor was granted
Companion Frank Nevins who is now
a resident of Marion, and it was
noted to have 100 cards printed with
the month and date when the assess
ments, local dues, emergency dues,
and extension of the Arbor dues are to
be paid. These will be sent to the
to place this near your telephone or
in some noticeable place so it might
meet your eyes daily, it will save time
of calling up the secretary for in
formation along this line. Com
panions when we think about this a
number may call the secretary or his
wife in a day which takes a great deal
of their time to answer these calls, so
this can be avoided by the use of
the cards, and they can be used year
after year as long as the assessments
are to be paid monthly. After this
business was disposed of the meeting
was turned over to the lecturer the
program was carried out as assigned
to the Companions. Then the meet
ing closed in due form to remain until
Wednesday, feo. %, at the home Of
Companion John Fink
Program rendered as follows:
Song by Arbor-Rural Songster.
Reading Byrd Clark.
Reading-Mrs. r. X. Hainline
Music-Mr. and Mrs. George Fink.
Reading-Mrs. Frank Keefer
Dialogue.
Music-Phonograph
Recitation-Richard Anderson.
Readings. W. Peck.
Penny Collection.
Closing song by Arbor - Rural
Songster.
Those who have folding tables
please bring them.
LECTURER.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
ATTENTION FARMERS

The Arcadia Farmers Club will meet
at Weese hall Thursday, Feb. "a. You
are most cordially invited to be pre-
sent and spend a profitable day with
US. Bring your dinner and join with
US in a feast Good speakers and a
good program will be provided.
Through the courtesy of the Roller
Mills free stall room at Shick's barn
will be provided for member coming
with teams. George Bildson head
miller at the mill invites all farmers
and their wives to go through the mill
at IL o'clock. Manager Griffin will
have an exhibition of grains at the
hall. We will be entertained by Mr..
and Mrs Weese, Mrs. l.. N. Baker,
Mrs. +. c. Crandell, and Mrs. j. w.
Priest Visitors welcome.
Following is the program for the
day:
Reading-Mrs. A. Nestle.
Recitation-Mrs. II. Smith.
Music-Miss Laura Crandell
Solo-H. c. Moore.
Solo-G. V. Wright
Reading-Mrs. G. V. Wright
Why Farmers Should Buy of Home
Merchants-W. w. Cushing, president
Alma Booster Club.
Ten minutes Talks-Will Griffin,
manager Alma Grain q Lumber Co.
Mrs. Irish,
Mrs Udell
Mrs. Cline.
Mrs. Peck.
Committee
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
DUNHAM ON PROGRAM

The Record is in receipt of an Ella
borate program of the Lincoln Day
banquet celebrated at the coliseum in
Grand Rapids on last Saturday by the
Young Mems Republican club of Kent
county.
Heading the list Of officers is the
name of John NJ Dunham former
Alma man. Mr.. Dunham was raised
from boy in this city and at one
time was a member Of the law firm
Of Kress q Dunham Mr.. Durham
was also scheduled on the program of
the banquet for the address of wei
come. He has been resident of
Grand Rapids only two years, and his
friends are glad to hear of his sue
cess in the business and political field
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
LARGEST PRELIMINARY
CONTEST OF ALMA HIGH
Seven Chosen from Fifteen to
Take Part in Final
Contest

The largest preliminary oratorical
contest in the history Of Alma high
school was held last Thursday and
Friday. Fifteen contestants delivered
their orations in a remarkably bril-
liant manner and proved their ability
along the line of oratory. The ora
tions were based upon a variety of up
to date subjects with catchy titles
to add to their attractiveness. Some
of the subjects dealt with were,
woman suffrage, preparedness, child
labor, America and the present war,
and immigration. The judges for the
occasion were Miss Bittner, Mr.. Lucht-
man and Mr.. Crisp, all teachers of ex-
cellent judgment.
The following seven were chosen
from the list of fifteen to take part in
final contest: Hazel Shankel,
Pauline Horton, Helen Mason, Fern
Coleman, Floyd Helman, Howard
Handley and Willard Beshgetoor.
While all the contestants are to be
highly commended for their excellent
work, only a limited number could
be selected and it is the belief of all
that the chosen seven delivered their
orations exceptionally we'll Hopes
for a lively contest in the future are
cherished and time and practice will
tell whether Alma high school will be
represented in the district and state
contests. Alma is noted for her fine
schools; why should she not be noted
as well for the high rank of her stu
dents?
Editors Note: This article was writ
ten by Wanda Rather and selected by
the teacher as the best of number
written on the foregoing oratorical
contestD
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
Faculty Tender Reception to
President and Mrs.
Crooks
REFRESHMENTS AND MUSIC
Local Town People Have OppOrt-
unity of Meeting New
College President.

Few more delightful social functions
were ever held at Wright Hall than
that of the first public reception in
honor of President and Mrs. Crooks.
The affair was sponsored by the facul-
ty of the college. At eight o'clock the
guests began to arrive and as they
were ushered into the spacious parlor
they were greeted by cheerful blaze
in the open hearth which with the soft
light of the wax tapers gave very
"homey" atmosphere.
The faculty acting as the reception
committee, were doing their best at
all times to make comfortable the
constantly arriving guests, and soon
everyone was at home with their
neighbor and a delightful air of hos
pitality was soon evident throught the
place.
President and Mrs. Crooks and
party were assembled in one of the
rooms with Prof. Ewing at the head
of the line starting the formal intro
duction which was carried out in the
usual conventional way, to the guests
of honor.
Delightful refreshments were ser
we'd during the evening in one of the
parlors, and Medlar's orchestra furn-
ished music.
However, one cannot do justice in
reviewing the matter without drawing
attention to the latter part of the eve
ming when the younger element and
the student body arrived from the
high school reporting a victory for the
local team following a long down-hill
slide. This good news put everyone
in the best of spirits and young and
old all joined in the praise of the
local college basketball team.
This was the first public reception
in honor of the new president, and
without doubt he won his way into
the. hearts Of all who met him as a
gentleman OF the most sincere type,
and one who will be a great factor in
the upbuilding Of our local institu-
ton.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
Held Yearly Affair at the
Wright House Last
Saturday Eve.
VERY BEAUTIFUL DECORATIONS
Wright House Management Con-
graduated on Excellent Ser
vice and Menu.

The time-honored Wright House
last Saturday evening again was a
scene Of splendor Graced by the
presence of many a fair damsel and
healthy youth its parlors and reception
rooms were filled with the overflow
ing enthusiasm of college youth
mingled with the dignity of the facul-
ty, and all were united for the one
purpose of trying 20 outclass any
previous reception ever before held by
the Phi Phi Alpha.
The occasion marked the annual
Lincoln Banquet of the society. The
Wright House has been honored be-
fore by the presence of this student
body, and each year have endeavored
to cooperate more and more to make
the occasion one of the most mem
orable affairs of the college year.
The decorations brough forth words
of praise from the appreciative stu
dents. The color scheme was laid in
red and black the society colors. Four
tall pillars wound in red and black
supported a canopy of streamers en-
tirely covering the tables and numer-
Gus colored lights shed soft glow
over the scene.
The tables were beautifully deco
rated in white The white of the linen
and the sparkle of the silver made the
scene one Of splendor Library lamps
placed at intervals gave a soft light
and shed glory over many a fair maid
and her gown. Huge lunches of red
and white carnations were in harmony
with programs in red and black and
lest any touch should be lacking to
make it a feast Of color in itself, ferns
were scattered about.
The guests gathered for an informal
social meeting in the parlors, greet
ing Oh friends and meeting new ones.
AT eighty-thirty the guests went down
to the banquet room, announced by
the harmonious march music played
by the orchestra When the places
had been found, all stood silently with
bowed heads while DR.. Notestein
asked grace with impressive rever-
ence.
After being seated, careful study
was made of the surroundings and
many exclamations were heard on the
ingenuity and beauty of the decora-
tions
The excellent menu prepared by the
Wright House management surpassed
any ever before served TO this popular
society Music was furnished through
out the evening by an orchestra.
Isadore Friedman, President of the
society acted as toastmaster. 'Issy"
appeared at his best, and spoke brief
ly of the patron OF the society Abra-
ham Lincoln, in whose honor they
were gathered together to pay tri-
butte Following numerous toast were
given by the various members of the
society and in closing, all present stood
and drank to "Alma, the Best Col
lege" Alma is a college which each
of US are proud TO claim and Phi Phi
Alpha is glad to claim her as Alma
Mater, "the Beloved"
The banquet leaves not only memor-
les but memories that each year grow
dearer, more sacred and are never
allowed to die. The pleasures of
this world are largely in memory
and the memory of the Phi Phi Alpha
banquet of 1916 is pleasure that
will continually increase.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
IMPORTANT

Under the new law all township
caucuses must be held not latter than
March 13, and all ballots must be
printed at least II days before cleo
ton. This new law makes no change
in time or dates of registration.
These can be held at the times they
have been heretofore.
II will be we'll for all interested 10
study this new law, and be prepared
to follow its provisions. The time will
be much earlier than caucuses have
been held heretofore; but the new law
is mandatory on that part so that no
township caucus can be legal this year
which is held later than Monday,
March 10, 1916.
The Record will be glad TO publish
all caucus notices sent US free Of
charge
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
am II. Mason, pastor.

William II. Mason, pastor.
Sunday, Feb. 20: 10 a. m, public
worship. Subject, "The Challenge of
the Cross"
1880 a. m. Sabbath school. Mr..
Frank McConkey, superintendent.
2:45 p. m. East End. Sabbath
school. Prof r. ~ Notestein, super
intendent
500 p. m. Y. p S. c. f..
ZOO p. m. Public Worship Subject.
Concentration"
Thursday, Feb "a:
Prayer meeting. subject, "The New
Eva in China"
A cordial welcome to all services Of
the church.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
COUNTY LOCAL OPTION
CLUB MEETS IN lTHaCb
Publicity Campaign Started for
Gratiot and Officers
Chosen.

Last Monday evening the Gratiot
County Local Option club met at
Ithaca for the purpose of arranging
literature to distribute throughout the
county. A lively interest was man
ifested in the meeting and plans made
for promoting the local option cause
in the county
a member was elected from every
township and Officers were chosen.
Following are the officers elected at
this meeting: II. c. Moore, president
Alma; o. L. Smith, vice-president
Ithaca; Thomas Harrod, secretary
Ithaca; Frank Convis, treasurer
ithaca.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
A CORRECTION

NJ l.. Perrigo of the Studebaker
garage was upheld with awe by the
other local auto dealers following the
announcement in the automobile story
of two weeks ago that he would sell
400 cars this season. In this the
Record is ae fault. Mr.. Perrigo only
reported that he had possible sales
for one hundred cars. The mistake
was made in the typographical de-
partment and the Record extends
apologies TO Mr.. Perrigo and its read
ers for having tried to extend their
imagination to this extensive sale re-
port for one make of car.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
BAPTIST CHURCH

}. w. Priest, pastor, residence S02
Gratiot
Sunday morning service 10 o'clock.
Sermon, Jesus Pleads for SINGER
ity."
Sunday school 11:15.
b. Y. p. U. meeting 6 o'clock. Topic,
"How to Put the Bible into Life. :"
Leader, Bruce Failing.
A discussion of the Devotional meet
ing.
Evening service o'clock. Sermon,
"Shall We be Praised When Our Work
is Done,"
Church prayer meeting Thursday
$780,
All are invited to these services.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
CONSOLIDATED LIGHT * POWER
COMPANY TO BE SOLD

There is some prospects that the
legal mix up of the Consolidated
Light q Power Co., will come to a
close soon and will be watched with
considerable interest. March 2S, has
been fixed as the. day of sale for the
property at Detroit, and the 18th day
of February as the day of hearing of
claims. 1t is matter of considerable
speculation as TO whom the new own
ers Of the property will be.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1916-02-17
ADVERTISED LETTERS

Advertised list for week ending Feb.
II, 1916:
Mr.. Harrison Arnold.
Clinton Kinder.
Mr.. Ed. Kress,
Mrs. c. McLan.
Mr.. Floyd Nelson.
Mrs. Beatrice Parker
Hattie Blanch Parks.
The above if not called for will be
sent to the Dead Letter office Feb.
%.
" p. CASH,
Postmaster