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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1934
Page
4
The Saline Observer lists subscription at 1.50 per year and single copies at five cents. Eight months cost 1.00, four months 50 cents, two months 25 cents. Notices including card of thanks or resolutions are charged per line. entertainments charged per line. minimum 2 cents. Personal or business notices may be charged. marriage notices published free.
A Saturday night drunkard makes his return after a long absence and attends with several young companions, as reported by the Holly Herald.
State Agriculture Commissioner Samuel T. Metzger reports strong farmer effort across the lower peninsula despite adverse weather. He notes widespread hay cutting along highways, urges crop conservation for potatoes sugar beets and beans, and predicts favorable market prices from these efforts. Farmers are commended for hard work and rapid progress.
Edmard I. Johnson of the American Builder argues that boosting home building and repairs is key to recovery. He notes a drop from three billion to under two hundred million in 1921 to 1932, causing depression and unemployment, and claims a building surge can create five million jobs. The cycle benefits builders, suppliers, and local economies through a circular flow of spending.
Birmingham Eccentric urges voters to approve November’s Home Rule amendment allowing Michigan’s 83 counties to tailor government to local needs. The piece argues the current system is costly and outdated, and explains passage enables counties to decide changes later. It invites readers to learn more and participate in reform.
The notice cautions readers to beware tricksters offering high returns for small investments. It cites the Better Business Bureau advising to verify facts before sending money and to contact the publisher if an advertisement requests a deposit to confirm reliability and genuine employment.
The piece argues that character is formed in the home and reinforced by the church and school. It emphasizes generosity, courtesy, and respect learned in family life, with the church teaching unselfishness, and the school reinforcing good conduct in relationships.
About 100 people gathered at Judd school grounds on Thursday August 16 for the reunion. After a potluck dinner in the tent a program featured singing reading and a prayer. Officers elected include Don Richards president and Karl Theurer as successor. Herbert Gilman and Mrs John Dicks among others. Cards of regret were read for several deceased members.
The thirteenth Bond School Association reunion was held at the school grounds on August 16 with about 150 people. A picnic dinner followed and a business meeting elected Albert Gall as president and other officers. A reading on the school history by Julia Gordon delighted attendees. The next reunion is set for August 1837 to mark the district’s centennial.
The Mooreville school reunion drew good attendance at the school grounds on Sunday. A large potluck lunch accompanied a busy afternoon of greetings, a business meeting with officers listed, and a men’s ball game. The program included songs recitations and solos led by local residents.
Dr. A J Pieters of the U S Department and Michigan State College urge saving existing meadows that can yield hay in 1935. Adverse 1934 weather killed many seeds, forcing households to rely on old hay fields for next season. With seed shortages for Sudan grass millet and soybeans, preserves now prevent winter forage shortfalls and protect livestock in the upper peninsula and statewide.
A rural note from Carleton Messenger describes a ski tournament held on a hill with straw slides and snow substitute. Nearby a Kaulbaum mill car scene ends with several youths swimming in oats as their clothes are stripped, seen as a quirky world wonder of progress.
Morning worship at 10 o clock. Sunday school at 11 15. H A Hiclmes superintendent. Thursday evening choir meeting. No evening services during August.
Morning service at 10 o clock led by Pastor Kircher D D all are urged to attend Sunday school at 11 15 with Y Cotton superintendent Carl Geddes assistant Mrs House chorister and Eileen organist. Evening meetings at 7 00 feature the various young people societies with Martin as pianist.
The notice lists Divine services at 10 am and Sunday school at 11 am with English services on the second and fourth Sundays. Everyone is invited to attend as per the church’s local announcement.
Five acres in Lucerne Valley offered for 495 dollars with 25 dollars down and 5 dollars monthly payments. Property promises good soil and climate, suitable for alfalfa apples peaches pears grapes poultry, near amenities and about three hours from Los Angeles. Write R C Kimbrough Room 729 406 Goat Main St Los Angeles California for information.
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