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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25
OBITUARY.

Steven Theodore Sprague was born
in the state of New York Oct. %,
1892. Early in life ne moved to Ohio,
and from that state to Michigan
March 10. 1858, he was united in
marriage to Susan S. Packer.
Mr.. and Mrs Sprague lived OH a
farm near Medina, Mich, for two
years, moving from there to Williams
county. Ohio. Following residence
OF three years in that state, they
came back to Michigan and purchased
4 farm near Forest Hill.
For a period Of more than 49 years
this place. since known as the
Sprague farm, was their home.
In 1912 they moved to St. Louis,
living in that place until the death of
Mrs. Sprague which occurred in June
1913.
About Is months ago Mr.. Sprague
came to this place. Since then he
has been cared for by his daughter,
Mrs. Dolph.
About year ago he had an attack
OF typhoid fever. and he never en-
tirely regained lis strength.
Ten days ago he took to his bed
and gradually failed until Sunday,
October s, 1917, when he departed
this life. aged 81 years. II months
ard Is days.
So early in life did Mr.. sprague
become p follower Of the Christ that
hi. children have always known him
ar Christian father
He leaves three sons, William T.
of Forest Hill, II. L. Of Alma, Thomas
s. Of Burns. Ore, and one daughter
Mrs. Dora Dolph. One son and two
daughters had gone before him to the
ether world.
He is survived also by II grand
children. and by a host Of friends.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25
COUNTY MEETING HERE.
Campaign TO BE Started for This
War Purpose.

A campaign in Gratiot county will
be started next week for the Y. M.
C A., which is doing great work
al the front and with the soldiers in
the camps
AT meeting held Tuesday night
here the following officers were elect
cd for the committee which will push
the campaign: Chairman, f. l.. Con
Wis of Ithaca; vice-chairman, w. A.
Ewing of Alma; secretary, County Y.
NJ G.. A. Secretary Curtis; treasurer,
Carl II. Washburn.
Everyone in the county will be
asked to aid in this work in some way
OF other. More particulars of the
campaign will be given in next weeks
issue.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25
CHANGE CLOSING TIME.
fostoilice Will Close at Il. NJ,
Starting FIRST Monday in
November.

Word was given The Record re-
porter by Postmaster " p. Cash yes
terday to the effect that the Alma
postoffice would close at p. m. in
stead Of at p. m, starting with the
first Monday in November
Ii is believed that this will allow
the working man sufficient time TO
call at the postoffice for their mail
after they have left their work in
the evening
The move has been made necessary
because of the large volume of busi-
ness at the local postofiice and the
need for more time to balance up the
work each night
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25
TRIP TO CUSTER.
Strong Ideas Come From Visit to
Military Cant0nment.

Henry Mcnamara Of this city visit
"a Camp Custer at Battle Creek last
week. and on his return wrote the
following article for The Alma Rec
ord. which should prove Of interest
TO everyone:
81 believe il trip beneficial to
every citizen. II is a wonderful place
10 go to to ohtoin "a idea of what oIr
country is doing; to see what task
il is to build and fix up such can
torment. and to see what those brave
boys are already enduring to protect
ouI country.
believe that there is much for each
and every one Of us to do. In the first
instance, everyone must come for
ward with their money Secondly, we
have got to make greater struggle
and have more people get in line to
produce something to eat, and 1T may
be said that il Is one Of the most
essential things in time OF war that
our soldiers have plenty 10 eat. Last,
but not least, word to those boys
and girls who work in different places
that they may have little money for
amusement. They should curtail this
some and send some well-filled boxes
to those boys who are training for
more active service"
Yours for victory,
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25
Yours Tor victory,
HENRY MCNAMARA

Ed Note Mr. Mcnamara is prac-
ticisg what he breaches Tuesday he
took out a thousand dollars worth of
Liberty bonds He is one of Ora
tots well-known farmers and has
been doing his Bit raising foodstuffs
also, and is planning on raising more
than ever this next year.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25

The organization is going rapidly
Ell and it will come to you on or soon
after October 29th The organization
viii take nothing from you, but will
add much in resources to the strength
o. our nation Please do not delay
the solicitor with unfounded excuses
or useless argument Come with us
into one great American household
ol ganization.
JOHN r. MATHEWS,
Chairman.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25
A DANGEROUS PRACTICE.

Signs can be seen along almost
every railroad warning people to keep
oil the right-of-way, yet they con
tinue to use the railroads for a high
way, and frequently a life is snffed
cut because of a persistence in keep
ing up this dangerous habit
Twice this past year this habit has
cost lives right here in Alma, not
through trains running down indi.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25

We wish to thank our kind friends
and neighbors for their kindness dur
ing the sickness and death of our dear
little one. and also the flower and the
singing.
Mr.. and Mrs. Owen Address.
Alma. Mich. lap
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25

Fatty Arbuckle in "Ohl Doctor"
Idlehour-soon. adv
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25

The light OF the north star h estl-
mated 10 be 1870 times stronger than
that ~ the sun.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25

Why not try the Model Bakery's
famous Rye Bread on whoatless days.
As good as the wheat adv
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-10-25

EVELYN Nesbit Thaw in "The Re
q, mption." Genesta theater, NOV
l3th.-Adv.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
WOULD BORE UNDER HUDSON.
Jersey Concern Recommends Vehic.
ular Tunnel Under River.

NEWARK. n. j., April 5.-The Public
Service Corporation of New Jersey
made public today plans for the con-
struction of vehicular tunnel under
the Hudson river between New York
and Jersey City. The corporation an
nounces that it has spent $4,000 in its
preliminary investigation. 1t recon
mends that the tunnel be constructed
by the states or cities and counties
which it will benefit. but expresses a
Willingness to undertake the project as
a private enterprise if necessary under
certain conditions. 1t estimates the
cost under present abnormal prices a,
more than s1O,O0O,OOO.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
NO DANGER TO FOREIGNERS
WHO BEHAVE THEMSELVES
Will Not Suffer Loss of Property or
Liberty, Presidents Secretary
Tells Inquirer.

Official announcement was made to-
day that foreigners in the United States
who conduct themselves properly will
suffer no loss of property or liberty as
a result of a declaration of a state of
war.
After receiving a formal opinion from
Secretary Lansing. Secretary Tumulty
today sent the following telegram on
the subject to Mayor Seger Of Passaic
\. J.:
There is no danger of any foreigner
who conducts himself properly suffer-
ing any loss of property or liberty by
reason of a state of war. if such should
be declared by Congress"
Mayor Seger wrote to the White
House after a meeting of mayors of
New Jersey cities, at which the ques-
tion was considered. He reported that
some foreigners in Passaic were TAX
ing their money out Of banks and in
other ways indicating their apprehen-
sion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05

eHaple all the French people 10 par
ticipate in it,
Tribute to Presidents Address.
The concluding part of President
Wilson's message ought to be posted
on the walls of France" says the
Temps. The conclusion of the docu-
ment defines the character of the war,
and this is its most important part. 1t
is the most impressive condemnation
that has ever fallen on criminal Ger
many. 1t is a solemn affirmation by
neutrals of yesterday Of the justice of
the principles for which our armies
are fighting"
Stephen Pichon, former foreign minis
ter. writes in the Petit Journal:
ITO those who are striving to rid
Europe of the leprosy which is gnaw-
ing it and threatens to spread through
the whole world. the United States
brings an invincible force-that of its
credit. its industrial and commercial
resources. and it's fleet. In addition it
brings a moral power greater than all
these. The wild beasts who are sowing
death and destruction in our occupied
territories may still do much damage,
but from now on their days are num-
bered."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Of This Amount $2,932, ,537 1888 Is Wanted for
Land Forces, and Immediate Appropria-
ton Is Urged Upon Congress for
National Defense.
AUTHORITY REQUESTED TO INCREASE
STRENGTH OF u. S. AT SEA TO 100000
Money to Be Expended the Discretion Of the President and
to Be Available at Once Passage Of
Necessary Measures.

Requests immediate appropriation of $oooooooo for the
navy made Congress today by the executive de-
partments
Provision made for increasing the enlisted strength the navy
the Marine Corps 10000 Of the
great little than S293ooooooo asked for the
The details the estimates approved by President Wilson fol-
low Immediately available the War Department S2o32
537,933.
Secretary this required
year the date the appropriation made available
considered imperative that
proped Immediately for military expenditures for the
national defense
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Final Debate on Hostilities Declaration Opened
by Chairman Flood---Reported Opposi-
tion of Mr.. Kitchen Excites Leaders.
LESS THAN A DOZEN MEMBERS ARE
EXPECTED TO VOTE AGAINST MEASURE
Cooper Leads Opposition and Defends His Stand
Against Taking Part in Stuggle-Senate Grave as
Momentous Decision Is Reached.

resolution dragged along the House through
the da in such perfunctory time
the galleries filled
Its passage oresone debate prolonged only
bv the plan floor leaders to
an opportunity speak the resolution before
assured and hen with the PRESIDENTS
signature already passed by the Senate state
United and Germany will be formally
complished fact
agreed by the leaders in informal conference that vote
probably could be reached by o'clock
While the House hearing the speeches. the first concrete
OF the War
Departments which submitted estimates for appropa
tions of 3,4oooooooo be spent within year.
of Wisconsin, ranking republican
led the Less than
members predicted would against the reso
tionon the final roll call
House that Democratic
would speak and the resolution Mr.
with several leading democrats and could
reached reliable authority said he doubt
stand he would take
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
NAVY TO USE BREST HARB0R.'
Bill Il introduced in French Cham
Der of Deputies.

PARIS, April 4, $50 a.m--The first
war measure to be taken In connec-
ton with the expected entrance OF the
United States into the war was intro
duced in the chamber of deputies to-
day. 1t provides for an agreement
with the United States, If necessary.
Co. the use of the port of Brest by
American naval forces, The measure
provides generally for the utilization
OF the port to the best interests OF the
national defense.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Presidents Summons
to American People
to Defend Liberties

To such a task we can dedi-
cate our lives and our fortunes,
everything that we are and
everything that we have, with
the pride of those who krow
that the day has come when
America is privileged to spend
her blood and her might for the
principles that gave her birth
and happiness and the peace
which she has treasured. God
helping her, she can do no
other. -,
From President Wilson's ad-
dress to Congress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
STEAMER CANADIAN
IS SENT TO BOTTOM

BOSTON, April 5-The sinking Of
the British steamer Canadian, which
smiled from Boston March -. was re-
ported In a message received today
from Queenstown by the Leyland line
from DR.. p. 9. Burns, the ship surgeon.
The message stated that all OF the crew
had landed except Capt. Bullock
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Star Extra Will Describe
Adoption of the War
Resolution by the House

The Star will issue an extra
Immediately after the House
adopts the war resolution, already
passed by the Senate. in case the
vote II taken mt n reasonable
hour. The extra will announce
the details of the vote In the
House and Of the debate ON the
war resolution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
PARIS, April 5-President Poincare
of France has sent forward the follow
ing cablegram to President Wilson:
AT the moment when. under the gen
erous inspiration of yourself, the great
American republic. faithful to its
ideals and its traditions. is coming for
ward to defend with the force of arms
the cause of justice and of liberty. the
people of France are filed with the
deepest feelings of brotherly apprecia-
ton
Permit me again to convey to you,
Mr.. President. in this solemn and grave
hour an assurance of the same senti-
ments of which I recently gave you
evidence-sentiments which. under the
present circumstances, have grown in
depth and warmth.
II am confident that ] voice the
thought of all France in expressing to
YOU and to the American nation the JOY
and the pride which we feel today as
our hearts once again beat in unison
with yours.
Imperialism's Mad Dream.
This war would not have reached it's
final import had not the United States
been led by the enemy himself to take
part in it. To every impartial spirit
it will be apparent. in the future more
than ever in the past, that German i'm
perialism. which desired, prepared and
declared this war, had conceived the
mad dream of establishing its hege-
mony throughout the world. 1t has
succeeded only in bringing about re-
volt of the conscience of humanity.
I'm never-to- be- forgotten language
you have made yourself. before the
universe, the eloquent interpreter Of
outraged laws and a menaced civiliZa-
ton.
Honor to you, Mr.. President, and to
your noble country. ] beg you to be-
lieve in my devoted friendship.
"RAYMOND POINCARE."
Something Great Accomplished.
I'VE all have the feeling that some
thing great. surprising the proper
tions of political event, has just been
accomplished" says Premier Ribot. in
an address today in the chamber of
deputies. Entrance into the war with
us of the most pacific democracy in the
world is a historic fact without equal"
The premiers address was delivered
in the presence of William G. Sharp,
the American ambassador. and the other
members of the diplomatic corps The
ministerial benches and members
seats were filled and the galleries were
crowded
After having done everything to
demonstrate to us its attachment to
peace" NJ. Ribot continued, "the great
American nation solemnly declares it
cannot remain neutral in this great
conflict between right and violence. be-
tween civilization and barbarism."
A great national demonstration to
mark the entry of the United States in
the European war has been proposed to
the French government. 1t was sug-
gested that the demonstration should
be of popular character. in order to
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Russ Occupy Two Towns.

PETROGRAD. April 5, via London,
455 pm. british admiralty, per Wire
less Press).-Russian cavalry has oc-
cupied the Mesopotamian frontier
towns of Khaniin and Kasrichirin, says
an official statement issued today by
the Russian war department.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Plans for Raising an Army ]
Discussed at the Capitol
by the Secretary of War

Plans for raising an army were dis.
cu.sed at the Capitol today by Sscrs.
tary Baker and chsirman Chamrsytn!n
os the senate military eem0aftee -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
BRITISH AND RUSSIANS
MEET IN MES0P0TAM|A
Slavs Make Further Progress, 0ccu-
pying Khanikin and Kasrichirin
on Frontier.

BY the Ass0cIdted fress.
LONDON. April British and Rus
sian patrols have got into touch with
each other in Mesopotamia, the Asso-
'ciated Press was informed today by
Mai Gen. F. B. Maurice, chief director
of military operations at the war Office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
OF FRANCE HALLS
AMERICAN REPUBLIC AS ALLY
Poincare Sends His Personal Greetings to
Woodrow Wilson, Proclaiiming Joy
of the French People.
Tribute to Presidents Address.

enable all the French people to par.
ticipate in it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Mr. Siegel Ignores Threats.

Representative Siegel of New York. re-
publican. favoring the resolution, said
he could not disregard, the fact that
though we cry peace. Germany answers
by warring against us
During this week." he said, ''inti-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
WEATHER.

Probably rain tonight and tomorrow
morning, followed by clearing during
tomorrow.
ending 2 p.m.: Highest, 60. at pm.
yesterday: lowest. 43, at pm. today.
Full report on page %.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-05
Views of Mr.. Britten

Representative Britten, Illinois. republi-
can. declared he was not pacifist in any
sense, but he was opposed to the resolu-
ton. He said the people are mot in sym
pathy with a movement that is slowly
Continued on Second Page)
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1917-11-15
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The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1917-11-15
Evening Chat

well-well-speaKing of "Stell," a
very entertaining little dog residing
ut Miss Flosste Fleming's house.
"Stell" has wooden sweater made
Just to Fit with wour short trouser legs
and snaps to button the garment
around her She Is indeed proud OF
herself and though very small, being
o mixture breed of fox and rat TERROR
manages to maintain great dignity.
She hears all you say-so dent make
any disparaging remarks about her
when you call.
Some time ago when "stell" visited
q home dressed in her new sweater of
red. she was discovered by young
lady who laughed so hard. saying
''She looks just like monkey" that
"Stell" arose from her place by the
fire and walked sedately out of the
house highly offended. She insisted
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1917-11-15

upon staying out Of the house too.
and though brought fofcibly back for
ON apology, refused to accept It. She
would never afterwards 60 near the
Eouse. rs
AT one Of the department stores yes.
terday woman very mucn in hurry
asked TO be shown about everything
In that section Of the store. She seem.
ed very serious but had no definite
plan as to what she was looking for.
A very willing clerk spent about an
hour waiting upon her-she brought
down from top shelves ten different
kinds Of dress goods-she helped the
lady select seven different kinds OF
lace-and she brought her five differ.
emit patterns for her inspection. 81
can never tell anything about dress
pattern until read the directions
upon the back" explained the custo-
mer. The clerk waited patiently as
Gid also several others. Then the lady
wanted to see Innings and she laid out
several to select from-she next want.
ed to see velvet and after long thought
decided to look at braids. After she
had seen everything she turned quite
politely to the clerk and said-"I thank
YOU" and left the store.
It reminds me of a Harvard youth
IN Boston whom once knew. It was
Initiation time at college and many
funny things happened. 1t got SO that
a serious student brushing the pas.
sengers on a street car ashley left,
with tay whisk broom, caused no spe.
cial comment buk many smiles. One
frequently saw college boys dressed
as infants being wheeled about in large
preambulators but when one day q
capper young man held his finger mp
for car to stop and placing his foot
on the car-step deliberately stopped
and tied his shoe and then smiling at
the conductor said, 81 thank you"
laughter became generally contagious.
The incident Of the shopping lady came
cutie near being as amusing as the
incident Of the Harvard boy.
Many people are making fruit cake
~ present and am very much afraid
that the family will get but a small
share. Many are asking everywhere
for small boxes-and not SO small eth.
er. In them will go many fruit cake
candies, etc., to the soldier boy at
the front. II oil the love in the world
we're measured out 1t would be found
nhat greater part of 1t will go in the
rext few days to some boy far away.
The postoffice employees will be very
busy for some time now and nowhere
will there be more direct patriotic
work done than that in the seeing to
all peCkages sent speeding on the way
to somewhere "over there" The last
thought in this world to many boy
will be the thought mother, sister OF
sweetheart had for him in the remem.
brance sent for his holidays in France
The war will soon be over. An Ohio
man will end 1t. He has suggested to
U s. Marine Corps officials here that
they direct their aviators to drop pc.
tato bugs over Germany. He declares
there are no Potato bugs in the kaiser's
:ealm. and since the "spud" is abso.
lutely essential to Germany's econom.
ic welfare. the dropping of Murphy
6estroyers" over the Rhine country
would quickly terminate hostilities.
Simple. isn't It? Marine Corps off.
cials think so.