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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1958
Page
2
A newspaper editorial defends First Amendment rights against censorship of television. It argues viewers can avoid objectionable content by changing the dial and cites Gunsmoke as an example where good triumphs over villains, while noting concerns about crime portrayal in media.
A persuasive piece extols the value of belonging to the Chamber of Commerce, arguing benefits pass through retailers to all town businesses and residents. It urges active membership, notes ancillary services from retailers, and promotes local engagement while referencing upcoming spring goods and scientific advances.
Saline residents recall lifelong ties through church memories and reunions. Otto Schairer, former RCA executive, now in Princeton, and Yale forestry expert Harold Lutz gain Seattle attention for scientific education and forest surveys. Lutz, Saline High alum, returns for Walker Ames lectures at the University of Washington.
Ordinance 144 amends section on dog control by allowing destruction of unclaimed impounded dogs after three days unless the Dog Officer finds a dog valuable for keeping. Dogs may be disposed to a purchaser who will relocate or keep it within city limits. Effective 10 days after publication. Adopted Feb 8, 1958. published Feb 6 in Saline Observer.
A full Spring immunization schedule with 46 locations runs Feb 4 to Mar 27 in Washtenaw County. Clinics in Saline schools on March 12 offer booster shots for diphtheria tetanus and smallpox at no cost, with emphasis on high school students. Dr. Henry Scovill of the Washtenaw County Medical Society notes booster protection is needed every three years and that local doctors and hospital staff will run the clinics.
Personal notes say Chris Volz the Saline cemetery sexton entered University Hospital on Tuesday for surgery. He expects a ten day stay and invites friends to visit during convalescence. Miss Lynda Sinkule of Saline road won the state championship in all classes and ages in Equines at the Saddie Horse Association banquet in Lansing last Sunday. Sinkule trains under Sherman Sikés at Little Lexington Stables.
Regular Council meets February 3 1958 with all members present. Minutes and January bills approved. Building permits issued for Crawford Homes Green Acres subdivision and Franc is Lockwood Lindenwood subdivision with basements and garages totaling several thousand dollars. Ordinance 144 amends 143 to control dogs. Heiss Construction licenses filed. A zoning hearing is set for February 10 at 8 PM at the new elementary school.
Notice of a public hearing on the proposed Saline zoning and land use master plan as recommended by the Saline City Planning Commission to the City Council. The hearing is set for February 16, 1958 at 2:00 pm at the Saline Elementary School Auditorium on Risdon Drive Saline Michigan.
The piece argues Congress holds decisive power over the other branches and urges strong oversight of Supreme Court subversion decisions. It cites Jencks and Nelson cases, calls for clarifying legislation, and warns against weakening state laws and Communist influences in trade and drug aims.
The Chicagd Club girls hope for a successful trip as local clubs run a Farm Bureau Bazaar, a Christmas sale and John Deere Luncheon. Feed conversion guides egg producers, says MSU poultry specialists, highlighting efficiency in egg operations.
Michigan State University dairy experts caution that cows offered silage free choice still require eight to ten pounds of dry hay daily to maintain fiber intake and digestion.
Martha Kohl, economist with the National Safety Council, warns that homemakers should assess risks and plan flexible time to avoid accidents at home. She notes over half of home fatalities involve falls, especially among people 65 and older, stressing ongoing safety management.
More than eighty persons attended the Friday euchre party at Saline Township Hall as the Fun Club hosts three Inore parties for Saline Community Hospital. Prizes awarded to ladies included Minnie Klumpp first and a tie for second with Jacob Fikbener and Karl Theurer. Carl Feldkamp won third. In the men’s division Jacob Finkreiner took first with Carl Miller and Fred Mohrhart tied for second. John Rabar claimed third. Albert Bredernitz won the galloper and Lars Seifried received the door prize. Over 15,000 new agriculture related jobs open yearly.
Trinity Lutheran Church led by Pastor H L Engel holds Divine Service at 10 AM and Sunday School at 11 AM. St Pauls Church Evangelical and Reform lists Worship Service at 10 AM and School Classes at 11:15 AM under Pastor Alvin Siemsen.
Michigan State University farm economists say many farmers miss full irrigation turns because they use too little seed and fertilizer. The efficiency of water use is harmed when inputs are underapplied, reducing crop yields and overall farm performance.
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