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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1933
Page
4
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt urges national citizens to understand and support a nationwide plan. He argues that collective effort by the people can accomplish what individuals cannot and expresses faith in unified action to guarantee success.
A Clinton Local item notes when a debtor owes far more than they can pay they invent excuses to pacify creditors. The piece contrasts such behavior with creditors who make hollow promises they cannot keep.
The Home Owners Loan Corporation warns there is no insider help needed for loans. Applicants only need to fill a simple form and mail it to the address on the questionnaire. If value is sufficient, a loan will be issued. Beware unscrupulous intermediaries claiming influence.
Distressed homeowners are assured that government relief is arriving. State appraisers are in the field and foreclosures will be prioritized. Old foreclosures may allow former owners to regain property if debt is under 80 percent of current value. Requests for loans will be considered gradually. Public urged to be patient.
A clashing editorial laments looming cuts to Michigan public schools while arguing the system can endure with new funds and resourcefulness. It cites possible federal aid shifts, a sales tax, and tax-penalty moratoriums, noting only minor closures unlikely and outlining temporary belt-tightening.
The piece critiques Governor Comstock and state officials over budget practices and rising payrolls. It cites audits showing August 1932 and 1933 payrolls growing in departments while institutions trim staff. It calls for reductions, accountability, and a shift toward economy ahead of the next election.
Sol Beach of the Fenton Independent recalls a state inspector who claimed authority but could not identify boiler parts such as the safety valve and injector. After filing a report he approved a boiler that was out of order awaiting repairs, suggesting a political debt influenced the rating. The anecdote ends noting the inspector’s limited knowledge.
Federated Church notes list services including worship at 10 a m Sunday school at 11 15 and youth meetings at 7 15 pm. A weed destruction order requires landowners in Macon Township Lenawee County Michigan to cut down and destroy noxious weeds by July 1 1933 and again by September 1 1938 with penalties including costs plus a ten percent levy for noncompliance.
A string of family visits and reunions from Mooreville to Detroit marks the week. Local residents note gatherings at the Judd reunion and Oak Grove reunion, plus moves and hospitalities involving the Hertler and Soper families.
Toledo visitors and Michigan residents joined in social visits from Northville Ypsilanti Milan and Ann Arbor as Judd district members hosted a potluck reunion with about ninety five attendees. The event featured performances prayers recitals and letters from attendees and guests including Rev Grimes and Horace Cowan who donated two books.
The note expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for kindness during a bereavement and thanks Rev. C H Wittbracht for comforting words. Signed by Robert Hitencock and daughter Dorothy, and families including V Laghiér and Julius Schnirring. A final line laments child labor and advocates law to protect children from overwork.
Local residents share visits with relatives and friends across Wayne Jackson and neighboring towns. Several households list guests including the Linde mann Rothenbecker Grosshans and others. A burglary at Glasgow Ford Sales and Service saw a Ford on display taken, gas and oil stolen, with insurance coverage noted.
Sunday worship at 10 a m and Sunday school at 11 15 led by H A Holmes as superintendent. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7 30. Thursday evening, choir meeting announced.
St John’s Lutheran Church Bridgewater invites parishioners to Divine services at 10 a.m. Sunday school follows at 11. English services are held every second and fourth Sunday of the month. Everyone is warmly invited.
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