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Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
BOSCHEE'S GERMAN SYRUP

Why use ordinary cough remedies,
when Boschee's German Syrup has
been used so successfully for fifty-one
years in all parts Of the United
States for coughs, bronchitis, colds
settled in the throat, especially lung
troubles. It gives the patient a good
nights rest, free frda coughing, with
easy expectoration Tin the morning,
gives nature a chance to soothe the
inflamed parts, throw off the disease,
helping the patient to regain his
health. Sold in all civilized countries.
80 and 80 cent bottles.-Adv.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
"What Shall
l Give My
Friends ?"

4 CHRISTMAS gift that can't be
"A used and enjoyed is disappoint-
ment The average man or wOm-
IN would rather receive n post card
With a cheerful "Merrie Christmas" on
t than gift that is Just perfunctory.
The war has made us all alert this
sear for the cheer and welfare Of our
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
As II Used to Be.
"When we drank from the same can


teen," rOared the old veteran.
Grandpa" interposed his grand
daughter, "the sentiments of that song
are praiseworthy, but l fear they may
tend to cOunteract certain health rules
/ have been trying to teach little Wal
do. Don't you know any songs about
sanitary drinking cups?"
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
An American Bridge.

A representative of an American
company recently arrived in Colombia
to inspect the site for bridge over
the river Coello at Chicoral, Depart
ment Of Toilma, which Is to be erect
ed in connection with Tolima railroad,
now under construction.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

A Kind Heart.
did your wife do anything for her
oold7"
Eyes, she gave it to me-"
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
The Tree Of Life.

The real Christmas tree is the tree
of life; it's branches spread over all.
lands, aoa its42aa - are for the heal
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

Good health depends upon good digestion.
Wrights Indian Vegetable pills saferua I'd
your digestion and your health. Tonic as
well as purgatiye. Adv
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

There are some sins which we can
forgive-they are our own.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
ATTENTION, I Can Relieve You
Of your sweaty and sore feet; guaranteed; box 26c
Agents wanted. Distributor, $50 Calumet Chicago

Cleveland claims a,O9s0OO popula-
ton, based on city directory estimate.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

When man was given dominion over
the beasts it implied self-control.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

If you can't afford the best, the
get the best that NyOu con
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
FIERY RED PlMPLES
That Itch and Burn Are Usually
Eczematous-cuticura Quickly Heals.

It needs but single hot bath with
Cuticura Soap followed by gentle
application of Cuticura Ointment to
the most distressing, disfguring
eczemas, feelings and burnings to
prove their wonderful properties. They
are also ideal for everyday toilet use.
Free sample each by mail with Book.
Address postcard, Cuticura, Dept. L,
Boston. Sold everywhere.-Adv.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
To Drive Out Malaria
And Build Up The System

Take the Old Standard GROVES
TASTELESS chill TONIC. You know
what you are taking. as the formula is
printed on every label, showing il is
Quinine and Iron in a tasteless form. The
Quinine drives out malaria. the iron
builds up the SYSTEM 60 cents.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
The Alternative.

Prisoner-What are my chances?
Lawyer-f I can't hang the jury,
you will.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

A woman always acts surprised
when a man proposes to her.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

New York has horsemeat market.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01
Youngstown, O., has 1000 women
working in steel mills

REMARKABLE LETTER FROM A WELL
KNOWN WASHINGTON DRUGGIST.
In reference to Elixir Babek the great remedy
for chills and fever and all n,alzriai diseases.
'Within the last five months have sold 5000
bottles of Elixir Babek for Malaria, Chills and
Fever. Our customers speak very well Of p
Henry Evans, 922 B St., N. W, Washing1oa
Elixir Babek so cents, all druga
Parcel Post, prepaid, rom KloSza1
Washington, d. G. ~
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1917-12-01

wlsa It .el.s .s.i. d, Pike. Toosh.eA. Dr.,s
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
HOLDS A MEETING

The Women's Mission Circle Of tn,
Baptist church held meeting OF
more than ordinary interest at tn,
home OF Mrs L. \. Baker ON Feb
ruary 9th There was good at
tendance. Mrs y L Johnson tn,
president Of the society, impersonat
ed a missionary from Alaska in de
lightful way, giving Information con
corning that country and the effort,
made 10 christianize il
In the midst Of the program, Mas
ten Richard Johnson came in dressed
as an Esquimaux boy The imperson.
alton was made the more interesting
by questions asked by the ladies and
answered by Mrs. Johnson concerning
Alaskan customs.
Refreshments appropriate for the
program, confectionery, snowballs
and coffee, we're served by Mrs. Ba-
ker. The meeting celebrated the
Ruby anniversary, the fortieth ami
versary of the Womens American
Baptist Home Mission society and an
offering OF more than twenty eight
dollars was taken for that work
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
DON'T NEGLECT Chill
DREN'S KIDNEY WEAKNESS
Alma Parents Should Not Overlook
the Little Ones Kidney Ailments.

one of the most annoying ailments
of childhood is weak kidneys and in
ability to control the kidney score
tions. Not only Is this discourag-
ing trouble, and one that every moth
er is anxious 20 pet rid Of. but it is in
many cases sign,l Of danger, OF
trouble that Will get worse constant
~ If not attended 70 II your child
is frail or iitful. doesn't run around
or play like other children, complains
Ct backache and Of feeling tired
suspect kidney weakness Doan's Kid
ney Pills are very effective for kid
ney weakness IN children and are per
fectly safe Alma parents recon
mend them
Mrs A. Garner, 5l4 River Ave.
Alma, says: zone of my children suf-
fefcd from weak kidneys The pass
ages of the kidney secretions couldn't
be controlled and caused much an
noyance Doan's Kidney Pills, pro-
cured AT Rhodes Drug Store. com
pletely cured tho child "
Price soc. at all dealers. Don't
simply ask for a kidney remedy-get
Doan's Kidney Pills-the same that
Mrs. Garner recommends Foster.
Milburn Co. Props, Buffalo. y Y
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
cLrB WORK ERS' MEETING

Mn I.indemann, the State Boys and
Girls club leader, had conference
U the Court House at Ithaca last
friday with some of the members of
the county Y. NJ c. A committee and
others interested i'm club work.
After general talk on the work
10y Or Lindemaun. questions We're
asked and a discussion followed
While the work last year wa COM
meudable, number of Improvements
were decided upon FOR this year
Mr. Lindemann warned against
starting clubs without good leader
ship Must have clubs we'll organic
ed under local leaders who are inter
ested enough 10 give them some time
1t was decided best % em-
phasize garden and canning clubs,
poultry clubs, corn clubs, bean clubs
and in some localities potato and Gu
cumber clubs. Mr. Lindemann's plan
also includes local roundup, where
the club members exhibit their pro-
ducts and hand in their reports All
those passing above a certain mark
take their exhibit and reports to a
county roundup, where they will be
displayed and days program held:
this program to include talks and re-
ports from the boys and girls and
some local men. and the state club
lpadei
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
THE THEATRE
The Idlehour

Marguerite Clark, who comes 10 the
ldlehour Friday night. has endeared
herself 10 Alma movie fans as no 9TH
Ell actress. with the possible exception
OF Mary Pickford, has been able 10 do
Her offering Friday, Out OF the
Drifts" is considered one of the most
pleasing and successful photoplays
she has ever produced. 1t is an Alas
ka story. and many people will re-
member her previous appearance IN
story of Alaska. Helene of the
North. As an added attraction, c.
Nj Street will sing one Of Carrie
Jacobs Bonds beautiful songs,
Haunting Memories
Saturday afternoon and evening,
Norma Talmadge will present an eX-
ceptionally strong drama. Going
Straight" the story of ~ respectable
husband and wife, formerly members
Of gang of criminals, but have re-
ncunced the old life for the sake Of
their daughter Their trials and diff
ficulties in going straight" supply
material for thrilling and tensely
interesting drama. One of the anus
ing Keystone comedies will also be
shown.
Monday, Elsie Janis. the inlmatable
comedienne, will present fve-act
comedy drama, Betty IN Search of a
Thrill" Chapter nine of Liberty"
viii also be shown.
Tuesday, Marie Doro who was last
seen here in The Morals Of Marcus, ="
will present diplomacy" Miss
poros delightfully."- winning personal
ity gives ample assurance of pleas
ure to those who see her in "Diplo-
macy"
Wednesday brings one OF the big
gcst treats shown to Idlehour patrons
in many weeks Willie Collier, Jr., "A
boy about fourteen years old. and the
son Of William Collier who has been
seen AT the Idlehour several times
lately, has had a special play written
for him. The Bugle Call" This is
"A western military drama, and has
proven one of the most pleasing pic
lures ever released by Triangle The
manager of the ldlehour wishes to
put his personal recommendation be-
mind this picture, and urges his pa
irons and friends 10 make a special
point of seeing The Bugle Call"
THE Warrens Of Virginia" is a
special Offering for Thursday. Wash
inRton's birthday
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
VOCATION DAY

The First Presbyterian church next
Sunday will observe Vocation Day. ~
At ten a m. the pastor will preach
upon the subject, The Challenge OF
Che Heroic " At D. IN symposium
on Christian leadership win De given
a follows:
l. "The Need Of Christian Lead
ership at Home" Prof. A. F. Schultz
?. THE Need Of Christian Leader
ship Abroad" Prof. r. f. Veatch.
,. What Our Own Church Has
Done and Can DO. Prof J. f. Nit
chell
1. How May Discover My Life
Work"-Rev " II Mason
This service will be featured by a
special program of song and respon
sive readings, full choir and male
quartet. The public Is cordially in
vited
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
ALMA'S NEED

Alma has one need at the present
time that stands out above all 9th
ers, and with the continued growth
OF the city, will stand out probably
for sometime u come This need is
more houses
With spring weather rapidly APP
preaching II is time that thoughts
be turned to house building, the one
thing that is at present standing in
the way of Alma's growth and con
tinued prosperity Alma must have
homes for her working men, or Alma
will not continue to grow at the same
rate of speed. which has been causing
state wide attention during the past
few years
Last year nearly -four hundred
homes were built in Alma, making a
good start for the city, bat still this
number Of houses fell far short Of
the number that Alma needed True
this number of houses enabled many
home seeker 70 locate in Alma and
make this city his place of residence.
Many more, however could not find
homes IN this city and were forced
to live in couple rooms during the
winter. OF else move over 70 St.
Louis, where many are now living
Whore they live they trade Many
family is living in St Louis that
should be living In Alma St Louis
has no empty houses today Why
Alma's prosperity is the reason
Is there any logical reason why
Alma should aid in building up St.
Louis rather than building for her
self?
Alma needs 600 o. more houses
this summer Every public spirited
citizen who has the money to spare,
IS needed by Alma; needed because
he can build d house in Alma that will
rent and al the same time he can
enjoy the fruits Of good invest
ment, and a safe one
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
SHOW PATRIOTISM
G.. A. X. and W. r. c. Of Alma Pledge
All Possible Assist aree.

The following approved by both the
local G. A. X. and W. r. c. corps in
the city Of Alma will speak for itself
and show that these aged people are
still numbered among the patriots
of the United States. just as they
were half century ago. when the
country was in the throes OF rebel
lion.
Alma, Mich, Feb. II, 1917.
Believing that our country may
soon need the support of all loyal cit
izens, we today pledge anew our al
legiance, and We promise that by all
means in our power. TO assist our
leaders in protecting and upholding
our Flag
(Approved and signed)
WILLIAM MOYER,
q. A. X. Post
h. ~ CHADWICK,
Commander
VIM. MOVER.
Relief Corps, No 1873.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
OFFER CHAPEL
Chapel Offered for ;
School Temporarily.

The crowded condition Of the pub
lie schools of the city of Alma has
prompted the Presbyterian> Of Alma
TO offer Eastminster, the new Presby-
terrain chapel IN the eastern part Of
the city, as a temporary school, so
that the crowded condition in the
schools may be relieved somewhat
1t is expected that the offer made
TO the school board by the Presbyte-
rians will be accepted and that the
chapel will soon be doing service as
a school, as well as a church
n case that it is used temporarily
fora school the probabilities are that
the mail children of the over
grades. who live in the eastern part
81 he city. viii attend school in the
chapel This will save these little
Youngsters a long trip TO the schools
farther downtown.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
ONE CASE sMALLp0N

One case OF smallpox mas been re-
ported during the past week Henry
Myers. an employee AT the Republic
Motor Truck Company Inc was
taken i'll with II few days ago.
Since ii was found that Myers had
contracted smallpox. many of the men
$40 plant No J. whore Myers had been
working have been vaccinated. and II
IS felt that there Is little 70 worry
over. as all proper precautions have
been taken
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
sc HOOL REPORT

District No /, sumner. reports As
follows for the month ending, Feb
ruary 9. 1917
Number of days taught, 20. Num-
Der Of pupils enrolled, % Total at
tendance. 40G- Average attendance.
20.3. Percentage Of attendance, 81.
Pupils receiving certificates of per
feet attendance for the month were
Ella, John and Carl Strack, Ken
meth Potter and Leslie Rockafellow.
People interested in our work are
always welcome
ZELMA MILLER, Teacher.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
OWOSSO COMING

Next week Friday night, the Alma
high school team will tackle the
strong Owosso high school team or
the local floor, the game being SEIZED
uled for the same night as the Kala.
mazoo college basket ball game.
Owosso has been playing a good
brand of basket ball all year and viii
furnish some stiff opposition for the
Alma high quintet Alma is going
good now, and is expecting to give
The Owossoans hard battle for the
-honnrs OF the cominp game
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
BOTH PHONES FOR YOU TO
USE

Items Of interest are things
that the Alma Record desires.
and we want them all It is
next to impossible 10 get every
thing. and We would appreciate
it, if out friends both in the city
and country would call Us up
when they have items We want
them, and you can get US east
ly over either telephone We
have both.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
NEW DOCTOR LOCATES HERE

W. r. Williamson. late of New York
City, physician and surgeon. has To-
Gated in this city. and has opened
offices IN the Alma State Savings
Bank block ON East Superior street.
~ Williamson is graduate If the
University Of Michigan and has had
ter years Of practical experience.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
NEW MANAGER

William Simpson, assistant manager
Of the Saginaw plant Of the Michigan
Sugar company, has been appointed
superintendent Of the Alma plant of
this company, succeeding Ira H. Nc
kinney, who recently resigned. Simp-
son had been at the Saginaw plant
for couple years and before that
time worked at the local plant Of this
concern.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
LEADERS, MEETING

a leaders meeting was held at the
tirst State Bank on Friday even
ing
The Y. NJ. c. 4. group leaders and
some of the Sunday school teachers
OF the North End Of Gratiot county
were present
Mr.. Lindemann, the state Boys and
Girls club leader, gave very interest
ing and instructive talks on the value
81 play for children.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15

For cheap rates and high grade
policy IL will pay you TO see Ora ID.
Akin. 1904 State street, OF M. G..
Lake. Ithaca f78.t2v-pl
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15
-cAMPAIGN On NouR rKAn.

If you have not contributed to the
Alma college endowment fund as yet,
make up your mind that a commit
tee is camping on your trail and that
you will be asked to aid before the
week Il over. and IN making up your
mind don't forget to include a mum
bel Of dollars for worthy cause
Alma college has q mission 1t is
up 70 one and all to aid Alma college
in realizing to the fullest extent its
mission TO educate our young. to
broaden their vision, TO raise their
morals to higher level What we
DO for Alma college indirectly must
also benefit US.
Now is the time to show apprecia-
sion for good thing
Discovered-thati it costs at least
$4,000 to get a foot" in dry Alma.
And in spite Of that many have had
'toOts" this week.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15

Mr.. Monet is forty-four years Of
age, is in the prime Of life, and has
practiced in the courts of the state
for the past twenty two years, being
three years at Ithaca, and is now city
attorney for st. Johns He is con-
ceded to be thoroughly competent,
and if he is elected circuit judge he
will perform the duties Of the office
with justice and equal rights to all.
He respectfully solicits the support
of the people of the district at the
primary election on March 7, 1917.
(77-2t-c)
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-02-15

March 1st NJ. j. Suyter the expert automobile repair
man. Will take charge of the repair work for the Ford
Garage His long years of experience have made him
the best automobile in this section of the state
II your motor needs overhaung come in and make
an appointment as many such orders are being booked
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

days but decided that it was useless
to' wait any longer, so they Just
went up to the preachers house and
were married. They are making
their home at the home of groom's
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. P. B. Speed,
on South Main street.
The bride is the oldest daughter
of Mrs. Laura Faulkner. She is
quite young to marry, being in the
eleventh grade at the High School.
She is attractive and makes friends
readily by her charming manners.
The groom is the youngest son of
Mr.. and Mrs. P. B. Speed and is a
young man of promise. He is en-
ployed at the City Garage is a ma
chinist.
Their friends are congratulating
them and wishing them a long life
filled with every happiness.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28
LEACH-STEPHENS.

Miss Edith Leach and Mr.. Tru-
man Stephens were quietly married
Thursday evening of last week at
the Methodist parsonage by Rev. J.
L. Daniel, at half past eight o'clock.
Miss Lucy Zachary, Messrs Rodney
Stephens and Marshall Leach were
the only witnesses. For the present
Mr.. and Mrs. Stephens will be at
home at the home of the brides
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. P. ]. Leach.
The bride is young woman of
many charms and has numerous
friends who are delighted to learn
of her marriage. The groom is a
young man of many good qualities
and holds a responsible position on
the Seaboard railroad as conductor
in freight service.
They have the good wishes Of the
community.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28
FAULKNER-SPEED.

Miss Elizabeth Faulkner and Mr..
Willie Speed surprised their friends
by getting married last Thursday
evening, Dec. goth, at the Baptist
parsonage, Rev. Geo. W. Swope per-
forming the ceremony. They were
planning to marry during the holi-
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28
OUR SOLDIER BOYS.

Lieut.. Gottlob A. Neuffer, Jr.,
and Lieut.. w. D. Wilkinson came
down from Camp Sewer and spent
a five days furlough with their home
people, returning to camp on Mon
day evening. They enjoyed the
turkey and trimmings on Christmas
Eve just as is they had eaten it on
Christmas Day.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Lieut.. Albert A. Morse of Camp
Jackson, was among our soldier
boys who were fortunate enough to
get furloughs for the holidays. He
enjoys camp life, but says that old
Abbeville is the place of his hearts
desire.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Rev. E. D. Kerr came up from
Columbia and spent the holidays
with Mrs. L. w. White and DR.. and
Mrs. G.. A. Milford.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

The young men of the city gave
most delightful dance at the opera
house after the picture show last
Frida night. The music was fur
nished by Mr.. Glenn Kay.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Sergeant Arthur P. Rosenburg of
Camp Jackson, has been spending
the holidays with his home people.
He leaves today for camp.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Dote Smith says that The Press
and Banner is certainly a good pa
per because he writes for it. He
was in the city for awhile Saturday.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28
SOCIAL NEWS.
\\\A\\\A\\S\\\
A CHRISTMAS DANCE.

Judge and Mrs. Frank B. Gary
entertained the young peoplt of the
city at a dance Christmas night,
their young son, Frank, being at
home for the holidays. The music
was furnished by Glenn Kay.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

bf. and Mrs. David H. Henry
light little son, David Hill, Jr.
clemson, are spending the
ftmas season here with Mrs.
lis Henry at her home on
h Main street. Master Henry
unusually. attractive young
He already knows how to sa-
like a soldier. He is not yet
years old.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Lieut.. Preston B. Speed came
home from Camp Sewer to spend
the Yuletide season with his. par
ents. He says that home cooking
sure does taste good, especially tur-
key and trimmings.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Misses Helen Edwards and Eliza
beth Gambrell went up to Ware
Shoals Wednesday to take Miss
Georgia Edwards back to her work.
She had been spending the holidays
with her home people.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Mrs. w. G.. McCord and two chill
dren spent the Christmas season
with relatives in Newberry.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Private Charlie Armour of Camp
Sewer, came down Christmas Day.
He spent it with friends.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-12-28

Claude Edwards of Camp Gordon,
was here for several days Christmas
with Mrs. Edwards.