Saline Echoes of the Past Highlight Local Happenings
Saline notation covers a 1907 to 1928 snapshot with bakery openings, library move to a bank, a Baptist association meeting, new Overland touring car, store remodeling, Food raisers rally aiding La bine High School youths, room mothers role at Saline Elementary, and local visits by the Elliots and Laudons with West Virginia trip details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Army of Food Raisers
Labine High ‘School
Mardan Barkley
Saline Area
Leo Jensen
The Riddle Woman at Saline Opera House April 28 1927
The Riddle Woman was presented at the Saline Opera House on Thursday afternoon April 28 1927 at 2 0 p m with admission 16 cents for all. Ladies received a free souvenir and nine Saline men attended including Martin Fucss Walter Towler George See gar Alwin Gross Lloyd Dell Her Sra Hutzel John Bowen Will Dell and Wilbur Coe.
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Riddle Woman
Saline Opera House
Otly
Aby
Saline
Martin Fucss
Walter Towler
George Seegar
Alwin Gross
Lloyd Dell
Sra Hutzel
John Bowen
Will Dell
Wilbur Coe
Associationan County Masoni
Washtenaw Farm Bureau Hosts Saline Fun Night
The Washtenaw County Farm Bureau sponsored a Fun Night for all bureau families at Saline High School. A Penny Supper was held at Saline Area Elementary School on April 17. Attendance topped 1500 as Student Council and teachers organized the event. Plans were underway for the 125th anniversaries of the Baptist and Presbyterian denominations in the Federated Church.
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The
Washtenaw County Farm Bureau
Saline Area
Baptist
Presbyterian
Federated ‘Church
Groucho and TV Tales Highlight Odd TV Week
Groucho Marx mocks Romanoff's snobbery while teased guest shots on his show. Jackie Cooper plans a dream sequence for People’s Choice with royal children and shaved heads. Burt Boyar notes low ratings, and Robert Young jokes about Emmy wins as Betty taunts him.
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Groucho
Velvet Touch
Groucho Marx
Romanoff
Prince
Mike
Marx
Jackie Cooper
Hell
Court of Siam
TV Guide
Cooper and Co
Siam
Basset
Cleo
Cooper
Densham Jr Wins Washtenaw 4-H Plowing Contest 1957
William Densham Jr of Dexter took top honors at the Washtenaw County 4-H Plowing Contest held at Willis Hassett farm. Five acres were plowed by 4-H Tractor Club members under ideal spring conditions. Judges included Robert White Michigan State University Patrick O Malley Farmers Home Administration and Donald R Johnson county agricultural agent. William Hauessler Manchester finished second and Richard Wheeler Whitmore Lake third. Densham will represent Washtenaw at the State 4-H Club Show. Leaders assisting were Willis Hassett Robert Heller Charles Trinkie and William Densham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washtenaw County
Willi Desham
Its
Dexter
Leven
Pe Willis Hassett Farm
Mamicheéser
Oie
Ceres
Robert White
Michigan State University
Patrick O'Malley
Farmiers Home Administration
Donald R. Johnson
White
William Hauessler
Manchester
Richard. Wheeler
Whitmore’ Lake
William. Densham, Jr
Enon County
Bucer
Willis Hassett
Robert Heller
Charles "Trinkie
William. Densham
Mother-Daughter Banquet Planned at Federated Church
Preliminary plans announce the Annual Mother and Daughter Banquet at Federated Church as a buffet supper on Thursday evening May 9. Mrs Paul Reed is chairman to arrange the program. Other committee appointments follow. The Ladies Aid Society meeting postponed from May 8 due to buffet preparations and will meet Wednesday May 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federated Church
Paul Reed
Ladies Aid Society
Aid Society
Saline Residents Seek Action on Michigan Gas Heating
Michigan Consolidated requests quick approval from the Public Service Commission to extend space heating gas service as Panhandle’s gas deliveries to Michigan face a Federal Power Commission decision. The company notes growing demand with over 500 heating applications daily and seeks to maintain service through 580,000 potential customers.
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Michigan
Consolidated
Federal Power Commission
Panhandle
Michigan Consolidated
Michigan Public Service Commission
Commission
Six Lakes
Opera House curtain photo sparks nostalgic identifications
Thyra Bixby praises a reproduced Opera House stage curtain photo from the old studio era. She recalls the drop curtain painted white over signs, the 1900s acts, and Salinettes who performed before the high school era, while noting interest led to more vintage photo identifications.
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Thyra Bixby
Opera House
Battle Creek
Roy Bixby
Clover Leaf Dairy Ad Promotes Health and Local Service
Ann Arbor Clover Leaf Dairy advertises its 1015 Broadway facility and home delivery to local customers. It touts health benefits of milk, notes sanitary processing, local employment, and local supply use, urging readers to buy at reasonable prices and call Normandy 3-4193.
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Normandy
Enners Metal Products Co promotes modern heating and cooling
Enners Metal Products Co of Ann Arbor advertises as a leading heating and air conditioning contractor with offices at 2184 South Main St. It highlights coal oil and gas fired equipment and specialization in Carrier and Vornado products, offering installation furnace repair and sheet metal work. For info or estimates call Normandy 2-2324.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Arbor
Main St
Enners
Normandy
Christman-Stoll Agency Insurance Pitch in Ann Arbor Ad
An advertisement for Christman-Stoll Agency in Ann Arbor promotes risk coverage and urges consulting the firm for car home and farm insurance. It highlights agency reliability, large company representation, and personalized service with contact numbers for Lewis G Christman and Irwin Be Stoller.
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Christian-Stoll Agency
Ann Arbor
Insuranc
Irwin
Stoller
Lewis G
Christman
Normandy
Harold J. McKercher Realtor Firm in Ami Aber Accent
Harold J. McKercher Realtor operates in Ami Aber offering real estate buying and selling services. The firm highlights local market knowledge, wide listings in town and countryside, and promises fair pricing and quick disposal for city farm or suburban property with contact numbers for Ann Arbor and Saline offices.
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McKercher
Anmm Arbor
Normandy 2
Beachamp
Saline
Cooperative Roofing and Siding Co Services Ad
The Cooperative Roofing and Siding Co offers residential commercial and industrial roofing siding insulation and porch enclosures with repair and built up roofing for commercial buildings. It highlights easy terms under the Federal Housing Act, uses top materials like Ruberoid Johns Manville and Bird, and lists offices at 3100 Whitmore Lake Rd Normandy 2-5900.
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Co-Operative
Manville
Whitmore Lake Rd
Normandy
Fox Tent and Awn ing Co. spotlight in Ann Arbor trade review
Ann Arbor business Fox Tent and Awn ing Co. at 624 South Main Street is highlighted for its canvas goods and sporting equipment. The article praises its quality merchandise, broad selection for schools clubs and individuals, and courteous sales force, noting the firm serves local area readers with leading service and moderate prices. Normandy 2-4407.
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Ann Arbor
Con ‘Cern
Fox Tent and Awning Co
Main Street
Normandy
University Motor Sales Ad Promotes Oldsmobile GMC Value
The Ann Arbor dealer emphasizes long term service for buyers and markets Oldsmobile cars and GMC trucks as stylish, durable, and high value. It invites customers to see, test drive, and study model details while promising ongoing support and low prices. Contact Normandy 38-0507 for more information.
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Normandy
Burton Abstract Co Promotes Title Services In Ann Arbor
The Fred Burton Abstract Co offers abstracts of title and title insurance for Washtenaw County. Experts quickly trace property histories, provide summary records, and secure title insurance to guarantee validity and marketability. Normandy 3-4787.
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Washtenaw County Service
Washtenaw County
Fred. Burton Abstract Co
S. 4Th Ave
Ann Arbor
Anderson Paint Co. A Leading Ann Arbor Distributor
The Anderson Paint Co formerly Pontiac Varnish Co in Ann Arbor at 300 E Washington St supplies Pontiac Varnish Du Pont and Luminati paints varnishes and enamels to contractors farmers homeowners and industries. They rent tools ladders brushes and offer prompt delivery to Saline and surrounding communities. For information call Normandy 29 1350.
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Anderson Paint Co
Pontiac Varnish Co
Ann Arbor
Washington St
Pontiac
Normandy
Johnston Optical Co. A Leading Optical Dispensary
Johnston Optical Co located at 319 First National Blog offers high quality eye care. They accept prescriptions from any doctor, fit premium lenses to your frame, and adjust to your facial features. The firm emphasizes meticulous attention to detail, quality service, and value with modern machinery and stock. Call Gouling at Normandy 2-2561 for information.
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Johnston Optical. Co
First
Normandy
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Albert Buechenschuss
Wallace Block
Baptist Society
Washteriaw Baptist Association
Tue ‘Library Association
Wer
F. H.nissly
A. M. Humphrey
H. J A. Schroen
A.C. Clarke
George Lehman
Cotton
George Elliot
Hickory Corners
Bessie Collins
Edward Laudon
Cal
Alphony
Schmid
Sri
Tadées
Sts Paul’s Church
Jocal, American Legion ,and Auxiliary
Saline High School
Aad
Elmer Stimpson
Julia Gordon
Id. Stimpson
Owosse
Mears
Kiss ‘Mordén
Mr. Oat Ng Miss
University Sting Company
Atne
Syears
Methodist Church
Big Aé
Brad Crawford
St. Patrick's
New York
FV Guide
Crawford
Burt Boyar
Yul Brynner
Fadt
Robert Young
Bob
Betty
William Densham, Jr
Annual Business and Professional Review of
Clover Leaf Dairy
Jersey
Broadway
Enners Metal Products Co
Christman - Stoll Agency
Banyer
Harold J. McKercher
Tom Beachamp
Ami
Aber
Ali
Afid Age Wien
Bird
Carey
Washtenaw
University Motor Sales Inc
Oldsmobile
University Motor Sales, Inc
N. Main Street
G.M.C
Fred Burton Abstract Co
Burton Abstract Company
du Pont
Luminari
Anderson
Johnston Optical Co
Mr. _Wreford
Goulding, Mar
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