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PTT ALMA O RECORD, HE Advertisers Use The R.ecord Because They Are Sure of Results. The Record Enters Seven Out of Every Eight Homes in AlmcX. VOL. XXXI. NO. 11 ALMA, MICHIGAN, THURSDAY AFTERNOON, JUNE 3, 1509 WHOLE NO. 1578 DECORATION DAY EXERCISES. IB THE GENERAL PRUGRAM i BENEFIT FOR MISS MYRTLE WALKER RED 1. I w (il Final Exercises of Gratiot County Eighth Graders at College Chapel. LAST FRI One Hundred and Ninety-Five Qualified and Received Diplomas. Countv School Commissioner C. F. Pike and bis eighth graders scored a signal success at the second annual commencement of Gratiot county public schools, held at the college chapel last Friday morning. One hundred and tiftv-tivo of the future citizens of this commonwealth received their diplomas from the hands of Superintendent G. E. Ganiard 'of 'the Ithaca public schools while the re maining 40, who were entitled to same, and were unavoidably detained from the exercises, will receive them from the commissioner direct. - The weather was perfect and the crowds began to arrive early in the day. The 7:25 train from the north, the 7:55 from the south, and both of the earlv trains on the Pere Marquette were crowded to their fullest capacity, every available bit of room was oc cupied bv some one desirous of reach ing the college town. Before 8:00 o'clock in the forenoon the hitching capacity of the 10 cent sheds was be ing tested by those who drove in from the country adjacent to the city. The exercises were held at the col lege chapel and long before 10:00 the hour set for the exercises, the seat ing capacity of the room was occupied and hundreds were unable to gain admittance. The program was opened by a "Swing Song" from the second, third and fourth grades of the Alma schools, followed bv invocation by President Bruske. Two other songs. "The Regiment" and "Kite Song,,' were rendered by the grades, after which came the address, which was delivered by Rev. II. L. Crain. pastor of the Presbyterian church of this city. Mr. Grain's address was full of thought for both old and young and was listened to with close attention bv all present. Mr. Grain said in part: I can hardly make you understand the difficulty which confronts me as I attempt to select a few things to be crowded into a brief address, when so many things might and really should be said. It is easier, though that too is ditlicult. to express mv pleasure in addressing you. It is even a pleasure to nit in your presence this morning and contemplate the possi bilites of intellect and volition wrapped up in the personality of each indivi dual of this class. With this in mind, may we not consider the significance of being an American youth in this day with your training and future opportunities? A phrase is running in my mind, which I may have read somewhere, though I am not concious of It. that youth is an "Epitiome of the Past, a Resume of the Present and a Prophecy of the Future." What heritage is yours from the past? All that men have tnought and done, all tbev have discovered and learned, all their mis takes and successes are vour legacy. There has been a cumulation of ex periences which is at vour disposal in a wealth of literature. No youth in any age has had the splendid heredity which is in your rare memory and focalized in vour train ing. Napoleon encouraged his soldiers at the battle of the Pyramids bv re minding them that from the top of the pyramids forty centuries looked down unon them. All the centuries look down upon you, vou owe much to the oast. 'The deeds of the fathers are the debts of sons. " You are an Epitome of the past. Yonr environment is as rich as you r heredity. The past is a matchless day. The world Is smaller than the nation was a few generations ago. You are to live a life in touch with the world's affairs. A thought ilsshed Into a mind in India, China or Rus sia is yours before the day closes. A discovery made today is the world's possession tomorrow. The literature of all peoples, current as well as historical, furnishes you for vour dailv dntv. You have rich privileges . and immeasurable amies involved in living as citizens of a world. You are to have a world-wide vision, a world wide spirit and purpose, you are a 'Resume of the Present.' The future is yours to make, no man Continued on page two. Who Suffered the Loss of One Limb and Both Teet at A. A. R. R. Crossing. Our citizens all remember the ac cident by whih Miss Myrtle Walker, a pupil in our public schools, lost her left limb and right foot, at the Ann Arbor crossing at Center street. The wounds occasioned by amputation have nearly healed up and now her friends intend giving a benefit, hoping to raise sufficient monev to procure for her use artificial limbs. For that pur pose the services of Edgar Peterson, a blind violinist, now at tne Shool for Blind at Lansing, has been secured for an evening's entertainment. Mr. Peterson will be assisted bv a blind pianist, also a blind cello player, while local talent will add to the pleasure of the evening with vocal solos and reading. The price of admission has been placed a 20 cents for children and 35 cents for adults. The entertain ment will be given at the Presbyterian church tomorrow. Friday, evening, commencing at 8 o'clock. The cause Is- a worthy one and the seating capacity of the church should be tested. BIG MACCABEE GATHERING. Great Commander Lovelace Visits Alma 12 Candidates Initiated. Last Friday evening the Maccabees held a rally at the K. O. T. M. M. hall in this city, at which members were present from Elwell. Brecken ridgo. Forest Hill and St. Louis. Great Commander Lovelace was pres ent as was District Commander II. D. Osgood. The Forest Hill team initiat ed a class of twelve into the mvsteries of the order, after which the entire company were invited to the banquet tables, which h.id been spread by the Ladv Maccabees. To this invitation a cheerful response was given and soon all were busy enjoying the manv good things arranged to tempt tho appetites of tho Sir Knights. It was well toward the small hours of the morn ing when tho company dispersed. Was A Great Success. The Sunday school convention held at Forest Hill Sunday under the auspices of the Pine River Smiflay school associa tion was a great success. The attend ance at all of the sessions was large and the program as published last week was carried out in full with a few additional numbers which added greatly to the interest and enjoyment of theconvention. All who took part in the program did exceedingly well aul the excellent music rendered by the orchestra added not a little to the enjoyment of all present. The free will offering amounted to $3.43, indicating the interest the people of that section have in progressive Sun day school work. Pine River Canton At Alpena. Messrs. H. A. Becker, D. Packard, Z. D. Nash. Ghas. Fislibeck, Fred Thornton. Err Newcomer, Dan Smith, Roy Carmen, Walter Leary, P. KofTen nurger, A. R. Miller. Robert Ross. M. L. Perrigo, Geo. Soper, Claud Struble. Jtss Walker, O. Devereaux, and Geo. Hodekinson left Monday for Alpena to be present at the Grand Encamp ment held in that city Junel and 2. Alma Canton Wins First Prize. A telegram received from Alpena, wiiere the Grand Encampment, I. O. O. F. . was held, conveyed tho pleasing information that Pine River Canton of Alma had been awarded first prize in class B. In the competitive drill held Tuesday. This prize was $75.00 in cash and the memlers who took part in the drill all received the conrgatu lations of their friends. Grade Exercises. The event of the season with pupils in the lower grades of our schools oc curs In the cltv park Friday afternoon, June 11. commencing at two o'clock. All the grades from the little folks In the kindergarten department up to the high school will have part in the pro gram, which promises to le one of much interest to both pupils and parent. The attorneys of Gratiot county are enjoying a days outing at Crystal. It is the intention to organize a Gratiot county bar association during the day. County Physicians Pay Him Worthy Tributes. A FAITHFUL PUBLIC SERVANT Came to This County In an Early Day and Has Rendered Efficient and Skillful Service. The Doctor Scott meeting of the Graitot County Medical society, which was held at the First Presbyterian church at Ithaca last Friday evening, was a success in every way. It has become a custom established bv the society to fiittingly honor the older members from time to time as the years go by, they having held a similiar meeting in honor of Dr. Kennedy last year. Dr. Day of Alma, gave the oration. In which he reviewed the life of Dr. Scott, telling in a very pleasing man ner, the trials and hardships of the country doctor in the pioneer days in Gratiot county. Dr. Scott commenced the practice of medicine with his preceptor. Dr. W. C. Brown, at Maple Rapids, in 18(31, when he was nineteen years old In the fall of 1811 he enlisted in the First Michigan cavalry. Company D, and served about four months, when he was discharged on account of total disability and came back to resume his studies with Dr. Brown. In the fall of IbtVi Dr. Scott took his first course' of lectures at Ann Arbor. In 1803 he located at Bridgeville, this countv, at which place he practiced for about fifteen months and then came to Ithaca, where he has been ever since. In the fall of 1 HtI5 lie commenceed his second courso of lectures at Rush Medical college, Chicago, at which place he graduated in f eb. 180G. and became a full fledg ed M. D. There were only four physicians in Gratiot county when Dr. Scott came Dr. Sowers of North Star. Dr. Cheesman of St. Louis, Dr. Guthrie of Emerson, and Dr. Mar vin of Ithaca. The speaker said that the typical family doctoi is passing away. In this busv struggle of life it is no longer "Hello John" or "How are you Bill." it is "Good evening Mr. Jones" or good morning Mr. Smith." Forty years ago tho family physician, arriving at the house of the patient near the middle of the day or near any ordinary meal time, found himself invited to tmch refreshment as they had and he was only too willing to accept. His beast was also fed and after tho patient had been ministered to. he was in no hurry to depart, but sat him down. "In the shade of the old apple tree" to smoke the pipe of peace with the head of the family, tno true friendship in which the seed of confidence takes root, is in some manner lacking as compared with that forty years ago. No one can dispute the fact that the doctor of fortv years ago knew his patients better. Dr. Scott is the true tvpe of the old family doctor, strong, cool-headed, patient and self-reliant, he stands out in bold relief against the leaden skv of modern commericlal medicine. Under such men as Brainerd. Allen. Miller and Rea of "Good Old Rush" he laid the foundation for his many years of usefulness and success. Long life to thef O true typo of familv . doctor. May the kindly light of thy bluff and cheery good na ture never fail. May all generations to come meet thee on the rugged road or smooth roled pike with a hsarty welcome and a keen appreciation of thy always well meant and ever skill ful service. Dr. Kennedy then, in a few well choosen remarks, presented the silver loving cup. and Dr. Scott trade a grateful response. The meeting then adjourned to the banauet room in the basement of the church, at which place about one hundred sat down to enjoy the good things furnished by the ladies of the church. After the banquet, toasts were responded to as follows: "Honor ing the Doctor," bv Dr. I ,N. Brain erd of Alma Dr. Brainerd, after paying a high tribute to the honor and ability of Dr. Scott, said in part: We do net wait until a man is dead, we cast qur flowers before. The doctor's life is a life of self-sacrifice to others. None do so much for charity, none so much for society. The doctor Is honored for the many discoveries he makes, for perfecting the old remedies and giving the new. Among all men r.cze are Continued on page three. Gratiot Members of Moyer Post No. 132 Decorated Graves of Departed Members. Despite the threatening weather )f Monday afternoon, the orera house was ciowded to its fullest capacity, and many were turned away, who were anxious to gain admittance to the memoriaI8ervIes held to com memorate the heroes of the Civil war. Member of the O. A. K. and W. R. G.. to the number of fifty or more, left their hall at two o'clock and marched to the opera house, where the program published In last week's Record was carried out. The speaker o? the day, Rev. II. L. Crain was introduced bv II. J. Winchell. Mr. Crain'a remarks held the close attention of the large audience and his address was one of the best heard in Alma in years. After acknowledging his introduc tion, Mr. Crain stated the point of view from which he spoke, confessing to an inability to revel in personal memories of the war or to put him self in the place of the men. who com posed the army of the Union and feel as they felt or experience all they en dured in those years of war, he vet felt that there were things that could be said bv one of a later generation. He craved the privilege of recognizing, for himself and bis generation, grati tude for their heroism and devotion and appreciation for their deeds dur ing the years of conflict, which pre served for us an undivided nation. The speaker then examined the "spirit of 1801" and paid tribute to the patriotism which burned in the breast of the north when the shots were fired on Sutnoter. when the war grew to be tho enterprise of years, and when supreme tests of heroism en durance fell upon them. There was a spirit in those 3C0.O00 men who re sponded to the first call for troops, when 715,000 was requested, and as those men who responded to later calls, which carried them through the wailing, marching, righting. im prisonment, suffering and even death. This spirit was discovered in officers of everv rank, in the great generals of the war and the president of the Union. It was a splendid American -lsui. This same spirit was discovered and honored in men of the south as well as the north. It was present in the earlv days of our country and characterized the colonists, the heroes of '7(5 and the makers of the nation. In service to country the "boys of '01" manifested the same Americanism as did their forefathers. Its definition was taken from Dr. Henry Van Dvke's "Americanism of Washington. " where it is analysed in all its complexity. Its effect was then traced through the characters of leaders of the nation in all periods, including Washington. Jefferson. Franklin. Lincoln, Cleve land, McICinley and Roosevelt, to the present day, In conclusion It was argued that the same spirit of Ameri canism. which actuated the production of the republic in the Revolution and its preservation in the Civil war. should inspire the present and succeed ing generations in the glorious task of perfecting the nation. Tho nation was likened to a great crucible into which ingredients were leing poured for the formation of the future of the race. That new type of character will 1)0 fused under the white heat of in tense Americanism, just as the colonies were melted into on! nation and subsequently welded when severed. Our's is a tasK of peace, their's a task of war. We honor the nation's dead most bv completing these tasks. After the exercises at the opera honse the procession proceeded bv the Knights of Pvthiss and Pine River Canton, was formed and marched to the cemetery, where ritualistic ex ercises were held bv raemlwjrs of Wm. Moyer Post, after which the proces"" sion re-formed and returned to the city where they disbanded. Knights of Pythias Memorial Day. Th members of Fit7, James Lodge. Knights of Pvthias. will attend de vine servico at St. John's church at 3:00 o'clock Sunday afternoon. June 13th. after which they will decorate the graves of their departed members. The K. P. lodges of St. Louis and Ihtaca have lieen invited to participate In these services Herbert Riggs Sentenced. Herbert Riggs. the boy who forged two checks, using Berman Bros, name and cashing the same at tfce First State bank, was sentenced by Judge Searl to spend from one to two years at Ionia house of correction. Silas Moody of Forest Hill Reminded of Passing Years by Friends. IS LOVED AND ESTEEMED By AH Who Enjoy His Acquaintance and His Birthday Was Happily Celebrated. To live 48 years in the same com munity is a privilege that comes to but few men, and to so live during all those years as to merit the confidence and esteem of all who enjoy their acquaintance, is an honor to any man. Such are the conditions, however? of the life of Silas Moody of Forest Hill. Last Saturday was Mr. Moody's seventieth birtdav azd his neighbors and friends paid him a distinct and worthy tribute as they gathered, to the number of 115. at the spacious farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Moody, on Saturday evening, to assist him in celebrating the happy occasion; The home , had been handsomely decorated for the occasion and the grounds surrounding the residence were brilliantly lighted with numer ous Japanese lanterns and the interior of the rooms were bowers of beauty. After the company had arrived and all had extended congratulations to the honored guest of the evening, a re truest was made that Mr. Moody favor the audience with some of his old time and favorite songs. To this he kindly consented and the vocal feast was a treat to all. Tho Forest Hill band was present and rendered their services with untiring zeal, play ing a program of popular and inspir ing airs during tho evening. Mrs. L. E. Cam Held, at the piano, and Miss Lenna Belle Cam Held, with her violin, also contributed several selections to the musical feast and each selection was given a heartv encore. A handsome birthday cake, built upon generous proportions, five stories high, and ivas tastily decorated with candies and frosting, was presented Mr. Moody. Just before the presenta tion was made, however, the seventy candles on the cake were lighted and the genial guest was commanded to present tho burning tapers to the guests, which he did in a very graci ous manner. As the evening's festvi- ties progressed, and when the guests had all Ijeen comfortably seated. Mr. Moodv was ushered to the seat of honor, which proved to be a hand some leather chair. In behalf of tho company, M. E. Hull expressed the pleasure of all in being able to assist in the happy occasion and tefore con cluding his interesting and appropriate romarks, presented the chair to Mr. Moodv. Mr. Moodv responded with much feeling and expressed his great appreciation at the manifestation of good will and fellowship that had prompted the splendid company to gather in his honor. In his remarks he told the story of his life in an intensely interesting manner, the story being rerleto with a number of amus ing anecdotes of boyhood days and of events that had taken place in after years. Numerous other gifts were also presented by members of the company, among them a handsome toilet set. the gift of tho members of the Forest Hill band. During the evening delicious re freshments were served and the large and merry company was royally enter tained in every way. The arrange ments for the'event were perfect and the affair was regarded as being one of the most delightful ever held in that section. There were present a number of the old pioneer residents of Pino River and the etening afforded them an opportunity to again recall the trials and the joys of their ex periences in the new country. Bv way of amusement a guessing contest was planed by Mrs. E. Udell. All were given an opportunty to guoss the number of beans in a bottle and those who guessed wero registered by R. II. Doan, so there could be no mistake. The guesses ranged from i.00 to 2,100. and after all had dono their best, the beans were counted and the prie was awarded to Mrs Clarence Kress, who placed the number at 1,510. the correct number twing 1,545. Another selection bv tho band and the bidding of Mr. Moody and his estimable wife a kind good night and a hanpv yoyage down the remainder of life's pathway, brought the gather ing to a close. There are but few men in this com- (Continued on page four. For the Twenty-second Annual Commencement of Alma College. The following is the general program for commencemeut exercises of Alma College from Sunday. June 13th, to and including Thursday, June 17th : Sunday, June 13th. 10:00 a. m Communion at Presbyterian church. 3:00 p. m. Address to the Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. in college chapel by Rev. J. Wirt Dunning. 7:30 p. m. Baccalaureate Sermon in the Presbyterian church by President August I Bruske. Monday, June 14th. 0:30 a. m. Awarding of Athletic Em blems. 3:00 p. m. Class day exercises of the class of 1000. 8:00 p. in. Graduating exercises of the Commercial School. Address by Rev. A. W. Johnstone, fl Tuesday, June 15th.' 10:00 a. m. Graduating exercises of the School for Kindergartners. Ad dress by Mr. Raymond Robins. 2:00 Graduate Recital of the School of Music. 3:30 Annual Alumni boat-ride and lunch at "The Pines." 8:00 Annual concert of the School of Music, assisted by Mr. Edmund Lichtenstein. Wednesday, June Kith. 10:00 a. m. Graduating exercises of the Academy. 2:00 Graduate Recital School of Music. 3:30 I'.ase ball on Davis Field, Alumni vs. College. S:00 Senior promenade and the Presi dent's reception. Thursday, June lTth. 10:00 a. m. Commencement, conferring of degrees, statu certificates, etc. 1 :00 Coniuieiieeinei.t dinner at Wright Hall. lieautilying Their Grounds. Tho yard in front of the Alma Grain & Lumber Go's, flouring mills will, when completed, present an appear ance second to none in this part of Michigan. Tho space inside of the half moon enclosure, erected last fall, bas been sodded, a tree lawn made, fotted plants from the Bittner green house placed at intervals along the wall, while a row of scarlet gerani ums has been placed around the edge of the entire enclosure. Tho grounds will be lighted at night by a scocre or more of incandescent lamps, which will add to the beauty of the scene. Painters are busv at work painting tho wood work around the mill and other- I wise beautifying the property. o . .. Operated On For Appendicitis. Bert Mangns, the popular free rural delivery carrier on route number one, was taken to Brainerd hospital Monday forenoon and operated upon for appendicitis. Mr. Mangus had not been feeling well for some days, but drove bis route as usual Satur day. Sunday he was feeling worse and sent for a doctor, who diagnosed his trouble as appendicitis and ad -visad an immediate operation. The appendix, upon removal, was found to be in an advanced state of the disease . Mr. Mangus manv friends hope the operation was performed in timo asd that he mav soon be enjoying better health than ever. Entertained At Dr. Day's. Last Saturday evening the high school girls tendered a reception to the young men who participated In the Field Meet t Davis field last Friday. The spacious lawn was lllnmmnto,! with Japenese lanterns and rugs, car pets and pillows were scattered about in great profusion. Games were pmveu. refreshments served and the voung ladies did all in their power to prove to their associates that thev were proud of their achievements of the day before. The boys certainly ap ureciaieu toe honor conferred by the event. G. A. R. At M. E. Church. Sunday morning members of the O. A. R. and W. R. C. to the number of fifty or more attended services at the Methodist church in this city, Rev. Wolfe took for his subject. "Onr Nation" and delivered an address, which was full of thought for all pres ent The speaker refrainnJ frnm r. fering to the old soldiers as fast dis appearing and those remaining rapidly nearing the grave, this omission was thoroughly appreciated bv the mem bers of the G. A. R. and manv were the compliments paid'the speaker for the address delivered. The School Board Follow Directions Received From LANDSCAPE ARTIST SIMONDS And Commence Work on a Plan Which Will Give Alma Beautiful School Grounds. Sometime since O. C. Simonds, the Chicago landscape artist, was in the city and met with the school board and together inspected the grounds adjacent to the high school building. As a result of Mr. Simonds work, the board have blue prints showing where to plant different kinds of shrubs and. vines to produce the best results from a landscape artist's point of view. Indian currants are planted in front of the building, while spiraeas till the space to the west by the well. From the building to Superior street on either side of the cement walk bar berries have been placed, while the wire fencing along the river bank is to be covered with Virginia Creepers, and south of the fence have been plac ed Indian currants and Dewberry bushes. Scattered through the grounds it; accordance with Mr. Simonds plans have leen placed shrubbery. Royal and Golden willows In all W0i) shrubs have already been placed in position. The Alma high school grounds, locat ed as thev are on the banks of the beautiful Pine River, are the equal of a:iv in central Michigan and when the school hoird have completed the plans laid out bv tho landscape artist, they will be the equal of any in the Wolverine state. The school board is to be commended for the interest manifested in beautifving tho grounds where the young people of our city spend the most of their time. College Sophomore Pranks. The collego chapel is lighted with electricity, the lamps being in sockets fastened to a It foot ceiling. Last Thursday evening the freshman class gave an exhibition and as the shades of evening began to fall the crowd be gan to gather. The switch from which the lights are operated was turned but no lights appeared. Janitor, faculty and others started an investigation, which lasted sometime with no re sults. Finally an inspection of the lamps themselves was decided upon. A table was brought in, a long step ladder placed thereon and four brawny men held the ladder whilo one of the facultv ascended to the ceiling and unscrewed one of the lamps. Result, socket found full of paper. The table and ladder was moved six times and in each case the socket found full of paper which of -course broke the circuit and until removed, left the room in darkness. When or how the work was done is a conundrum to the facultv but the sophomores, we under stand, are givenxredit for turning the trick, which if rot discovered would have delaved the freshman exhibition and left the audience to hustle out in the dark. Druggists Organize, The druggists o( Gratiot countv were largely represented at a meeting held at the Wright House parlors in this city yesterday afternoon. Bert Crawford of Ithaca, was elected presi dent. Roy Cowdrey of Ithaca, secre tary and J. D. Gilleo of Pompeii, treasurer, of the Gratiot county drug gists' association, which organized at thJt time. Druggists were present from Ithaca. St. Louis, Pompeii, Breckenridge, Ashley, Perrinton, North Star and Alma. Formerly Lived Here. Mrs. J. T. Watt, formerly a well kown resident of Alma. did at her home In Chicago Junction. Ohio, last Tuesdav. The funeral was held Thursday. Mrs. Watt had teen 111 for sometime, and last week was taken to a hospital at Cleveland, where her ailments were pronounced Incurable She was taken home and died within twenty-four hours thereafter. She leaves a husband and two children, besides many friend to mourn their loss. Misi Grace Crawford, who for the past year has made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Lou Convis, leaves Friday for Sault Ste. Marie. ' 1