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Newspaper

Saline Observer

Location

Saline, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1926

Page

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The Phantom of the Forest at Liberty Theatre

Thunder headlines the Liberty Theatre as Gotham presents The Phantom of the Forest a forest saga in old California. Two thieves seek oil land owned by a girl aided by a vacationing heir to a wealthy oil family a mysterious dog known as The Phantom of the Forest saves a child and exposes the plot leading to a confession.

Screen Liberty Gotham the Forest Forrest California In -Dong

Holstein Breeders Plan Washtenaw County Tour

Holstein breeders in Washtenaw County organize a county tour with eastern and western farm visits near Ypsilanti and Worton. The program includes a dinner, a judging contest, and talks by J G Hares and Michigan Experiment Station expert Mr Hoffman on mineral feeding results. Farmers and families are invited to participate.

County Holstein Association Garth Beckington Ypsilanti Beuna ‘Vista Glenn ‘Bird W. Lt. Randel William Harwood George Lipton Huron Farms Co Glenn Bird Huron Farms Ilroth Grows William ‘Geiger & Sons Worton J. G. Hares State Holstein Association Hoffman Michigan Experiment Station Michigan Washtenaw County

TIME FOR COMPRING MOTH SPRAY

County Agent Osler sent one hundred notices to Washte Raw county apple growers advising that the spray for the control of the summer brood of cod ling moth should be applied before August 7. The spray schedule depends on when the cooling moth appears in observation cages. Professor R H Pettit of Michigan State College says the spray must be applied by August seventh using liquid lime sulphur and lead arsenate powder. This spray also protects apple scale and will be part of a complete spray calendar available through the county agent's office in Ann Arbor.

Osler Washteraw R. H. Pettit Michigan State College Ann Arbor

Obituary of Fred Bassett of Lansing dies at 65

Fred Bassett died at his son John Bassett’s home in Lansing on Friday July 36 at age 65. Born September 5, 1860 in Lodi township, he married Etta Gibbs on March 15, 1882 and had five children Tra Raymond Edna Essie and John, all living. Survivors include brothers Charles of Grand Rapids and D M of Hastings and seven grandchildren. Funeral in Masonic temple Ypsilanti with interment there.

Fred Bassett John Bassett Lansing Lodi Township Serena Bassett Etta Gibbs Tra Bassett Raymond Bassett Edna Dickerson Ypsilanti Essie Maxson Pittsfield Charles Bassett Grand Rapids D. M. Bassett Hastings Masonic Temple

Dedication of St Pauls Handsome New Pipe Organ

St Pauls church announces the installation and dedication of a new pipe organ with two services in German and English, including an organ recital in the evening. Morning and afternoon programs list hymns, prayers, sermons by Rev. C H Wittbracht and Rev W H Alber Jackson, choir performances, and organ selections by Prof B Meinicke Guilmant and others. An evening sacred concert features multiple musical pieces and culminates with a Mendelssohn finale and Bach works.

St. Paul's ‘Church B.meinitke C. H. Witt Bracht Martin Luther St. Paul's ‘Choir George EF. Meyer EF. ‘Mayer D. D Eden Theological Seminary St. Louis, Missouri Lieblich C. E. sLestie St. Pauls F. B. Helton W. H. Alber Jackson, Mich Divine Redeemer

Methodist Canned Notes Reuben Crosbyv Pastor Meeting and Elections

Regular Methodist meeting set for Thursday August 5 with morning worship at 10 and Sunday school at 11 15 Epworth League at 630 and evening worship at 730. The pastor away at Simpson Park camp will return for both services. Canvass day for pledges ends the financial year with August. Dr Martin leads the last quarterly conference Friday August 13 with reports and officer elections to follow.

Epworth League Simpson Park

Chautauqua Strong Programs Leave Lasting Impressions

Saline's 1926 chautauqua concluded with varied acts and lectures. Highlights included The Bubble, musical numbers by Leah Miles and James Quellett, Prye Co magic, Ward B. Plaxington on the Patriotism of Peace, Green and his Band, Harmony Maids, Dr. Harry G. Hill on An Undiscovered World, and The Parkinson Ensemble. Attendance was solid and pledges for 1927 were secured. new officers were elected.

You and I Leah Miles James Quellett Prye & Co Ward B. Plaxington Flaxington Europe Green Harmony Maids Harry G. Hill Double Chief Parkinson Ensemble Damascus Dut America Wear East Mars

Michigan State Fair showcases state life from agriculture to industry

A broad overview details the coming Michigan State Fair with full exhibits on farm crops livestock and poultry, industrial displays, and education. Highlights include horsepower historic racing on September 11 and a variety of entertainment acts. The Chelsea Standard reports the marriage of Helen Steiniway to Floyd Walz performed at Emerial Evangelical church in Manchester.

Michigan Michigan Fair Helen Steiniway William Steiniway Freedom Floyd Walz John Walz Emerial Evangelical Church of Manchester A. A. Schoen Chelsea Standard

Osborn Withdraws From Sheriff Race Supports Goak

John L. Osborn withdraws from the Republican sheriff nomination race and pledges full support to George Goak after careful deliberation. He cites his review of the candidates' records and states his reasons for stepping aside.

John L. Osborn Office of Sheriff Revubican George ¥. Goak Mr. Osborn

Cook Endorsed for County Office in Washtenaw Primaries

Supporters urge Mr. Cook in Washtenaw county primaries and election for a clean efficient administration. George W. Cook states he will appoint John L. Osborn undersheriff if elected, praising Osborn's overseas service and deputy sheriff work as integral to an efficient economical administration.

Cook Washtenaw County Mr. Cook George W. Cook John L. Osborn

Cook as sheriff candidate praised for law enforcement service

A profile praises George W. Cook a former deputy sheriff and federal prohibition officer noting nine years in Washtenaw County law enforcement three years as a prohibition agent and a strong electoral showing in Saline and nearby townships plus Ann Arbor support. A local notice questions a fish Seine mystery at Wampler's Lake and warnings about illegal fishing activities.

Mr. Cook Col Ambrose A. Pack Eastern Michigan Washtenaw County Cook Saline Township Silanti Ann Arbor Thomas H. Brennan Prohibition Michigan George W. Cook

Various sale notices and local business ads in Saline area

Local classified blurbs advertise office supplies at Dietiker's. 60 acres hay near Ann Arbor. Dr. Henderson's dental office closed until August 16. Wonder Feed for chicks. Saline Mercantile Co offerings and phone numbers. Cleary scholarship sale. Amanda Muir contact. antique furniture and glass jars for sale. Solite High Test gasoline promotion. Samson Tractor with plows. monument and cemetery work by Jos I Arnct. calling cards and invitations at The Observer. second hand ranu es and new ones by C J Bracey of Saline.

Local Ads Offer Goods and Services in Saline Area

Mixed classified blurbs advertise horse collars hats labels eye exams and affordable vehicles. Items include a 1924 Ford roadster for 100 dollars from GEO. V. Cook and land and farm postings by A. C. Lange offering Saline and Ann Arbor properties and pasture near Saline.

Geo. V. Cook Chevrolet

Seven room house with Round Oak furnace and garage

On main street a seven room house offers bath lights and a three car garage. 3-4 acres of fruit land with a 4x10 red street lot with water sewer and sidewalk one block from school. Price is $500.

W M Fowler Joins Organization After Twelve Years Service

A school teacher W M Fowler joined the organization twelve years ago and produced weekly applications throughout. Last year his income was eight thousand dollars. Providence Mutual Life Insurance Co Nathaniel Reese general agent Detroit Michigan.

Providence Mutual Life Insurance Co Nathaniel Reese Detroit Mich

Duco.inished Baloon tired jobs headline

A brief item notes a vague work effort with a push to upgrade to a current automobile for purchase. The wording remains unclear but implies a sales or promotional angle urging readers toward an up to date vehicle.

Geo. V. Cook Chevrolet

1926 Chevrolet Truck Chassis and Cab For Sale

Slightly used 1926 Chevrolet truck chassis and cab with 30x5 tires on all wheels. Latest model offered at a considerable saving. Also mentions legal printing services for estate settlements and required probate notices through the newspaper.

Geo. W. Cook Chevrolet

Also Mentioned on This Page

Innocence Abroad OF the Forest Liberty Theatre Safety and Saline Savings Bank Federal Reserve Bank Martin Fouss Staebler Keret Staebler-Kempf Oil CO PHOND Saline, Mich E. H. Cook & Son St Paul's Church Guilmant Stroeger Methodist Reuben Crosbyv Kid. Martin Martin Collette Downer General Motors Co Milan Chautauqua Saline Hazel Fucss Walter Bracker Walter Towler Harry Holmes Erma Heininger Jula Gordon Helen Walker Doris Wheeler Harry Friis Entire State George ¥. Cook George V. Cook Wamipler’s Gamle Wampler Manchester TEE Observer Dietiker’s A. C. Lange Dr. Henderson Salina Saline Mercantile Co Watkins Quality Products Stutz Harrissstreet Cleary Wiedman Auto Company Saline Mercantile: Company Coal Amanda Muir Samson Tractor Jos. I. Arnct Observer C. J. Bracey Henry C. Dieterle Wiedman. Auto Company Emil H. Arnold S. Mainstreet S&l W. M. Fowler Tates Spyommb Youlmd
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