Michigan land survey urged to map agricultural potential
Dr. Cc. O. Sauer of the University of Michigan urged a complete Michigan land survey at the Michigan Academy of Science annual meeting in Ann Arbor. The survey would classify all state acres by crop suitability for agriculture grazing or forestry and guide future farming policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Cc. O. Sauer
University of Michigan
Michigan Academy of Science
Ann Arbor
Sauer
J. F. Cox
F. A. Spragg
H. 5. Olser
Washtenaw County
H. M. Eliot
National Crop Improvement Association
A. L. Bibbins
Michigan Crop Improvement Association
Verne H. Church
Lutz Excels in New Boxing Wrestling at M A C
A letter to The Observer notes Harold J. Lutz of Saline has joined the Michigan Agricultural College boxing and wrestling program under Coach Jimmy Devers. Lutz, among 80 trainees, shows rapid progress and the sport gains popularity as a clean, collegiate activity.
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Observer
Harold J. Lutz
Saline
Michigan Agricultural College
Lutz
Jimmy Devers
Middle West
Devars
Saline Woman's Club Reviews Federal Agencies Programs
The Saline Woman's Club met on Tuesday March 29 at Mrs. Jordan's home. Mrs. Sturm spoke on The United States Patent Office read by Mrs. Earl Dietiker. Mrs. Sellen presented The United States Mint and Mrs. Weinnett discussed The Department of Agriculture. The next meeting is April 12 at Miss Edna Smith's home for the annual meeting urging full member attendance.
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The
Saline Woman’s Club
United States Patent Office
W. Sturm
Earl Dietiker
United States Mint
Fsellen
Department of Agriculture
Weinnett
Edna Smith
Oakhill Cemetery Lot Owners Clean Grounds
Cemetery owners at Oakhill held a grounds cleanup last week to tidy plots and pathways. Volunteers from the lot owners association spent the morning raking leaves, pruning shrubs, and collecting debris to prepare the site for visitors.
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Oakhill Cemetery
China famine relief meets growing opposition argues urgency
Local China famine fund committee reports about 4.5 million dollars raised in America with Red Cross providing 1 million. Officials warn waning interest and misperceptions risk millions starving before harvest, urging immediate continued funding and transport access. Saline area shows moderate response with Life Saving Stamps. 53 dollars collected, need ten stamps per adult, four junior salesmen noted.
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China Famine Fund
China
C. P. Bayless
America
Red Cross
American Committee For China Famine -Fund
Peking
Willing Workers Meeting at Mrs Gordon Home
The club met March 17 at the home of Mrs Lena Gordon with 36 in attendance. Reports from the secretary treasurer and flower committee were given and a letter from a French orphan was read. Members discussed president related topics and a quiz on presidents followed roll call. The day focused on quilts with a final dinner served. guests included several named members and thanks extended for quilt pieces.
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Mirs
Lena Gordon
Luke
Bartel
United States
Mizpah
Zelma Johnson
Gordon’s
Court orders summon and publication in Saline Observer
State of Michigan court action in Ann Arbor on April 2 1921 assigns three month appearance for defendant John Krautner a resident of Ohio. If he fails to appear or answer within fifteen days after service the bill is confessed. Publication order in Saline Observer for six weeks or personal service twenty days before appearance. Also sale notice for used Ford tractor plow and a 10 20 Titan from Herman Heininger Chelsea Mich.
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Ann Arbor
Said
George W. Sample
Mary Krautner
John Krautner
John Krautmer
Ohio
John Kalmbach
John Kraitner
Saline
Herman Heininger
Good Season Ahead for State Bee Men
Michigan beekeepers enter spring with strong numbers and vitality says B F Kindig state inspector of apiaries and M A C entomology instructor. Warm weather boosts nectar plants and food stores, making this the best outlook in years though many colonies will need careful feeding to maintain brood growth. Maintain at least two full frames of solid honey in each colony over the next two months.
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Michigan
B. F. Kindig
Kindig
Federated Church reports record Bible study and youth turnout
The Federated Church enjoyed two record events last week with Thursday night Bible study and prayer meeting hitting all time highs. Over forty young men and women attended Sunday services with an average age around twenty one. Funds for starving Armenian children reach about fifty dollars. Hazel Lamb elected president of the junior congregation. Services next Sunday include Bible study and prayer meeting at 7 30 p m.
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Federated Church
King’s
Macon
Laing
Ohio
Henne
Sellen
Hazel Lamb
Miss Smith
Farnum Stars in If I Were King at Liberty Theatre
William Farnum, popular William Fox star, appears Saturday in If I Were King as Francois Vilson. The veteran actor has headlined many screen classics including A Tale of Two Cities Las Miserables Riders of the Purple Sage and Rainbow Trail. Liberty manager Zimmerman touts the film as Farnum’s top screen portrayal.
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William Farnum
William Fox
Liberty Theatre
Francois Vilson
Justin Huntley McCarthy
B. H. Sothern
Mr. Farnum
United States
Great Britain
Farnum
Zimmerman
The
King
Farnum Pictures
For Sale Items From Wiedman Auto Co and Saline Garage
For sale steel oil barrels from Wiedman Auto Company and a 7 year old horse weighing 1100 offered by Herman Heininger. Willard Storage Battery prices wood installed from 25 to 30 and 34.25. rubber installed 40.45 and 46.70. Saline Garage listed as plone 61.
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Wiedman Auto Company
Observer Liners Classified Advertising Notes and Odds
Classified items show local buy sell and service notes from Observer Liners. Listings include a for sale outhouse secondhand refrigerator white Wyandotte eggs and a Bay mare Holstein cows and hayseed items along with hiring wants furniture trades and invitation printing. Names listed include C As Jordan Julius Schnirring Reu ben Rogers Bert Welsh M W Trout and others with phone references and addresses in Saline Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor.
Timber Wanted By F Bracey & Son Inquire By Phone
Timber buyers seek all kinds of saw timber. Pay good price whether standing or at the mill. Write or phone No 70 to arrange a visit. Advertisement from F Bracey and Son.
Detroit United Lines Timetable Supplement May 18 1920
The schedule shows Saline and Ypsilanti departures starting 6:50 a m and 6:25 a m with multiple daily runs until late evening. Connections occur at Wayne for Plymouth and Northville and at Ypsilanti for Detroit and Jackson. The service is in effect May 18 1920.
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Saline
Ypsilanti
Ann Arbor
Wayne
Plymouth
Northville
Detroit
Jackson
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Fourth Liberty
Saline Savings: Bank
Federal Reserve Bank
Burkhart Bros
Honel
White House
Yubcan
San Marta
Martin Fuoss
Schnebelt's Bakery
State Land Survey
Michigan Acadely of Science
Woman’s Club Meeting
Hazel Tripp
Blowene Tower
Robert Fucss
Oscar Wheeler, Jr
State OF Michigan
County of
Washtenaw
Chancery
Claramon L. Pray
Chelsea, Mich
W. J. Cross
Paston
Thorse
Jordan
Dhone
Julius Schnirring
R. H. Bamer
Goodyear
Arthur Heininger
Bert Welsh
Henry Street
Reuben Rogers
White Rock
Wm. Clements & Son
Overland
Studebaker
Herman Henninger
M. W. Trout
P. L. Ream
Emil HE. Arnold
S. Main Street
Durham
Fred Robson
R. D
HB. E Combs
Hamilton Street
Phouve
F. Bracey & Son
Detroit United Lines
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