31 Mar 1925
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Newspaper
Ludington Daily News
Location
Ludington, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1925
Page
1
Fragmented local notes describe a mistaken Easter Monday sale plan by the Collaterational Ala Society, now rescheduled for Monday, April 6, in the Roche building. The report also lists community visits, dinners, illness, and school events including a class election and baseball squad progress with captain Clarence JM leading the team.
A fragmented historical overview traces Michigan’s exploration from Jean Nicolet to Jesuit missionaries, noting early forts, settlements, and trade. It mentions Cadillac founding Detroit in 1701, later British control, and milestones up to state organization in 1803, with brief remarks on economy and industry.
Fragmented OCR notes describe residents from Mountain Township and nearby areas visiting relatives in Heveland Hick Refuse, with many names and places including Ludington, Muskegon, Grand Rapids, and Champlin mentioned. Social gatherings, church events, and family visits are cited, alongside mentions of monthly meetings and travel to various towns.
The Chamber School gathering noted absence of Mrs. Ewart Nelson as president led the event, with Mrs. Ruthiya PCW presiding. Luncheon followed as guests celebrated and the church program included tributes to May Petenisely Va. A wedding is planned for early May. preparations and condolences were shared by attendees.
Mr. and Mrs. Nelson entertained at Lara Jensen home southeast of town. Joseph Barnhart and his little daughter visited Ole Thompson’s home Sunday. Carl Johnson of Ludington called Earl Lexan Thursday. John Goodrich of Pennsylvania is inspecting his farm bought from M. S. Stowell last fall and will move later. Last week was unusually warm with dry dusty roads for March in this locality.
Miss Emily Kase sustained a minor injury Friday at Pentwater while Miss Matign Matthews visited over the weekend with her parents. Henry Matthews bought a Ford car. The Kilpatrick family rented their farm and will move to Scottville. Mrs. Pigging visits her daughter Mrs Bahr. A George Marrigan party pleased many friends at his home. George and Peter Peterson bought new Guernsey cattle. Donald C. Matthews will move onto the Kilpatrick farm. Miss Margaret Ott, Major School teacher, is improving from a severe cold.
Troop 5 met Saturday at First Methodist church for a hike to Piney Ridge then Lake Ludington. Scouts followed Lincoln bridge Mt Baldie and Belt Links, crossed dunes, and camped briefly in a sand valley before returning by beach reaching home at 2 oclock.
Ludington Scouts prepare for summer activities after Warren Cartier sells the camp. I J Gorday and Tyandamilton named to lead contest planning, with Eugenes H Bergeron proposing a Moon and Oceana county council in Grand Rapids and a $6000 budget for staff and operations. Next committee meeting set at Community church to plan outreach and report progress.
Legislation allocates 265000 for Central Michigan Normal next year and 247900 the year after, plus 697000 and 635000 for State Normal College. An omnibus library appropriation of 251000 funds Michigan State Normal, 3500 for College of Mines minor improvements and 7200 for Central Normal small upgrades. McDonald bill shortens trout season, closing Sept 1 to May 16 with 20 fish per day. Wing proposed changes to workers compensation await debate amid labor and employer groups. The piece notes a fragmented discussion and notes absence of representative Beyant.
In Lansing a senate resolution introduced by Senator August Gangier asks President Coolidge to release funds held in Washington by executive order for National Guard training and summer 1925 maneuvers. The petition traces Guard service from 1861 through World War I and notes its role as defense. The measure was adopted unanimously and forwarded to the president, the secretary of war, and members of Congress.
A local advertisement touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for dull ache and sharp kidney back pains. It quotes Dr. Larson of Scottville praising the product and urges readers to buy Doan’s for persistent kidney discomfort and fatigue.
A compendium of real estate transfers recorded in Manistee County notes multiple buyers and parcels. Transactions involve W D agents and various properties in sections and townships, with nominal revenues and prices like 50 cents, 250, and 600 dollars. Names include C F Olmstead Simon Pedersen Gottlieb Wokant August Shober Metta Weimer Chase Peter Koweski Yarado Benson Goodman's Addn Ty man and others.
Wyandotte Michigan woman details six months of postpartum illness with pain and weakness. She credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief and recovery before returning to a doctor and continuing use as advised.
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