Three Die In Luzerne Collision On M-72 Cruise
A vacation trip near Luzerne ends in tragedy as Oscar C. Wheeler Saline druggist dies at the scene and two Saline men die later. A third victim Harold Favors Flint succumbs in Mercy Hospital Grayling. Mrs. Martin Fuoss and Charles Jordan survive in serious but improving condition. Orin McFarland of Greenbush drives the other car. cause of crash at an unobscured intersection remains unexplained. Wheeler funeral held at Lockwood Funeral Home with Oakwood Cemetery burial. Oscar C Wheeler long Saline pharmacist and community figure.
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North Woods
Oscar C. Wheeler
Martin Fuoss
Charles Jordan
Saline
Fucss
Raymond Baker
Berkley
Orrin McFarland
Greenbush
Wheeler
McFarland
Harold Favors
Flint
Mercy Hospital
Grayling
Lockwood Funeral Home
Oakwood Cemetery
Frederick Lendrum
Adair
Darius
Martha Wheeler
University School of Pharmacy
Ann Arbor
Revelin
Charles Spencer
Washington, D. C
Saline Lodge
No. 183
Saline Order of Eastern Star
Methodist Church
Saline Scouts To Help Umpire UM Stadium Games
Daniel S Ling chairman of the ushering committee says Eagle and Wolf patrols of Saline Boy Scout Troop 46 will assist in the football ushering service at the University of Michigan stadium. First games are September 15 22 and 29 with more scouts likely later.
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Daniel S. Ling
Washtenaw Livingston Boy Scout Council
Saline
William Jakab
University of Michigan
Saline Cleaners to Open Dry Cleaning Service Here
A new establishment will open August 18 on South Ann Arbor Street in the former Gerald Coe barber shop. Saline Cleaners, led by Jack Daniels, will offer dry cleaning and pressing locally, promising prompt service and expert spotting. Currently, Saline residents send work out of town, causing delays.
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Ann Arbor Street
Gerald Coe
Saline Cleaners
Jack Daniels
Daniels
Merchants Stingy With Adrian Team
The Saline Merchants beat the Adrian All-Stars 5 to 1 as Hoeft held Adrian to four hits in a strong showing. Saline led 2–0 after six and a half innings, added two more in the eighth, with Adrian scoring once in the eighth on a single, stolen base, and a wild throw. Next Sunday the Merchants host the Ypsilanti Machinists for a fast, exciting contest.
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Saline Merchants
Adrian
Hoeft
Saline
Sock
Ypsilanti
Seitz Family Reunion Near Ann Arbor Draws Forty Members
The Seitz family reunion was held Sunday at Huron River park near Ann Arbor with about forty members from Ann Arbor Chelsea Jackson Tecumseh and Saline. Emmanuel Seitz of Ann Arbor was elected president, Mrs. Reuben Guenther of Ann Arbor secretary treasurer, and Ruth Wuerth of Ann Arbor named chairman of the entertainment committee for next year.
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Seitz
Huron River Park
Ann Arbor
Chelsea
Jackson
Tecumseh
Saline
Charles Hertier
Lorrine Jedele
Pfc
Lorrin Jedele
Emanuel Seitz
Reuben Guenther
Ruth Wuerth
Our Foner Roll A Mockery Raises Local War Recovery Debate
Local editor argues Saline must provide concrete aid for returning veterans maimed or in need. He condemns empty memorials and calls for a government information bureau and community programs to aid self-help, education, and vocational opportunities.
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Rotary
Tales of Bets and Bounties From Tecumseh Carnival Night
Two Tecumseh carnival tickets tied to a steer win, with Bob Hamilton benefiting from a 700 pound prize long after the drawing. The story also notes Frank Tyack’s crops and a nostalgic fishing tale at Sheepshead Bay, recalling New York memories and boats, tackle, and pots.
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Robert Hamilton
Tecumseh
Bob
Frank Tyack
Detroit
Tyack
Sheepshead Bay
New York City
Sheephead Bay
Frank
Saline River Surfaces Hurtful Warning From City Recreation Chief
Recreation director William Jakab warns the Saline river is unfit for bathing. He notes many youngsters swim beyond park limits at a risky spot, urging caution and public awareness.
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William Jakab
Year Round Open Season Expands Freshwater Fishing Scope
A statute effective next January 1 opens all lakes for year round fishing on species with no closed season such as yellow perch calico bass and bullheads except trout lakes north of M 46 designated as not open to year round fishing. Pike may be taken from May 15 to March 15 under the new rule.
Park Activities Unsupervised Saturday Citywide
Recreation director William Jakab is busy supervising the collection of waste paper, so there will be no supervision of recreational activities at the city park this Saturday.
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William Jakab
City paper collection notice for August 4 on lawn
City announces a paper collection Saturday morning August 4 at 9 o clock. Residents should place bundled or boxed papers on the lawn extension for pickup.
Michigan veterans get nationwide job placement program
The Office of Veterans' Affairs and the University of Michigan Bureau of Appointments debut a service linking Michigan veterans to jobs nationwide. The program uses personalized introductions to 900 1000 national firms and 69 governmental agencies, with aptitude testing and counseling offered at no charge. Veterans call in person to initiate referrals via Counselor.
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Office of Veterans’ Affairs
Bureau of Appointments
University of Michigan
Michigan
T. Luther Purdom
Mason Hall
Ann Arbor
City water connected to Ford mill for emergency use
Contamination forced the abandonment of one of the Ford mill wells and a city water line was connected there on Thursday to be used in an emergency.
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Ford Mill
They Had a Picnic at the City Park
The Methodist Sunday school picnic drew 130 attendees at the city park on Thursday evening. They enjoyed park facilities, shared a picnic dinner, and mingled in an old-fashioned visit after the fun.
Mexico to regulate rice supplies and prices
The government of Mexico announces plans to control rice distribution and set price limits to stabilize the market and ensure food availability for consumers. Officials say measures will cover import, storage, and retail pricing to prevent shortages.
No Longer Need A Chicken Coop
Thieves swiped 200 six week old chickens from Charles Howard and also hit the Finkbeiners nearby Sunday night. A flashlight spotted by the Finkbeiners prompted rifle shots but some losses occurred. Authorities including Police Chief Gillen and the sheriff are investigating the depredations.
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Charles Howard
South
Lewis Street
C. D. Finkbeiner
Finkbeiners
Clinton
Howards
Gillen
Sheriff’s Office
Here they come Harry Hersch moves dairy to Saline
Harry Hersch took ownership of the Saline Dairy on July 1 from Herman Bredernitz and moved with his family to 98 Maple Road on July 19. The family from Ypsilanti includes Marlene 12 Ardle 9 Judy Glenn 9 months. The Hersches praise the new location and friendly townspeople.
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Harry Hersch
Saline
Herman Bredernitz
Amily
Maple Road
Drow Family Moves to Traverse City for New Posts
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Drow and their family relocate to Traverse City after eight years in Saline where he served as an engineer at the Ypsilanti State hospital and will continue in the same role there. Also moving are Mr. and Mrs. William Murrell and family, sisters of Mrs. Drew, leaving Saline after 11 years from the Julius Schnirring residence just bought by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Parsons.
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Alfred Drow
Traverse City
Saline
Drow
Ypsilanti State Hospital
William Murrell
Murrell
Drew
Traverse
Murrells
Julius Schnirring
Charles Parsons
Youth Rally At Saline Park Draws Youth From Several Churches
The Trinity Lutheran and Salem Lutheran churches of Scio hosted a youth rally at Saline Park on Sunday afternoon. About 98 youths and their pastors from Monroe Adrian Solo and Saline attended a social meeting and potluck supper. The organizers hope to hold four rallies yearly, this being the first.
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Young People’s Societies of
Trinity .Lutheran Church
Salem Lutheran Church of
Saline Valley Farms Hosts Shower For Von Sossan Nuptials
The Saline Valley Farms family held a Friday evening picnic featuring a wedding cake for the newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. Alex Von Sossan. A generous shower of gifts accompanied the celebration.
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Saline Valley Farms
Alex von Sossan
Graf closes repair shop, joins Hoeft at East Michigan station
Leland Graf has closed his West Michigan Avenue auto repair shop and now works with Owen Hoeft at the East Michigan Avenue station. The move places both men at the same location as they expand their automotive services.
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Leland Graf
West Michigan
Owen Hoeft
East Michigan Avenue
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Luzerne
Oscar Wheeler
Grayling Hospital
All-Stars
America
William Jakad
Salvage
U. of M
Office of Veterans Affairs
Howard
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