Fraudulent magazine solicitor prowls Michigan as man without feeling
An unusual con artist using the name John Foster Jr operates in Michigan near Grass Lake after travels through the south and east. He poses as a damaged ex service man performing numbness stunts to lure victims into subscribing for five dollars and a two year magazine offer with a fake blue receipt. Officers are urged to arrest Foster, described as 32, 125 pounds, 5 feet 7 inches, light brown hair blue eyes sallow complexion small moustache blue overcoat soft hat limp. A reward is offered by publishers for his arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Foster
Michigan
Grass Lake
Foster
Saline Colony Florida Visit Report
A Saline colony letter describes a Florida trip from Kissimmee to Windemere and Inverness with 16 members, noting warm 80 degree weather, hunting and fishing abundance, orange and grape fruit orchards, and conservation restrictions on fruit shipping. It mentions a Groveland sawmill tour, cypress timber shipments to Cuba, and unusually dark Florida nights. Best wishes from A. J.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercury
Fred April
G. W. Barr
Windemere
Jacob Smith
Clearmont
William, Austin
Florida
Fruit Association
Michigan
Dixie Line
Kissimmee
Groveland
Cuba
Favorite Poems Excerpt Reflects on Aging and Eternal Home
A poetic excerpt speaks of calm seas and fading passions revealing vanity. It contrasts youth’s clouds of affection with the soul’s decayed cottage admitting new light. It suggests strength through weakness and wiser, nearing the eternal home, viewing two worlds from the threshold.
Willis EB Peva 68 Dies in Detroit Home Visit
Willis EB Peva formerly of Augusta Maine died Friday at his daughter Mrs J A Hayards home in Detroit He is survived by two daughters Mrs Harrington in Maine and Mrs Hayward and two sons Hugh of Arlington Washington DC and William of Detroit Funeral services were held at 1:00 PM Tuesday at Neely funeral home Detroit Interment here in Oakwood cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis Eb, Peva
Augusta
Maine
J. A. Hayard
Detroit
Laura Harrington
Hayward
Hugh
Arlington
Washington, D. C
William
Neely Funeral Home
Oakwood Cemetery
Federated Church Notes Co BE Kircher Pastor
The Sunday morning and evening attendance was strong with rising Sunday school turnout. Next Sunday schedule includes 10 am worship 11:15 am Sunday school Young People at 7 pm Juniors at 7 15 pm and 7 45 pm sermon Will we Know each other in Heaven The Father and Sons banquet is set for the 27th with Dr Savage of Pontiac as guest speaker Every man and boy is urged to attend Mid week service Thursday nights also meets with good turnout
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Father and Sons
Dr. Savage
Pontiac
Family Farm Auction Near Sa line Tecumseh Road
William Wackenhout announces a public sale on February 18 1930 starting 12 30 PM at the Freq Lambar th farm three miles southwest of Sa line on the Tecumseh road. Items include Holstein and Hereford livestock farm equipment oats corn hay and odds and ends with terms cash. George J Klager and Alwin Burkhardt act as Auctioneer and Clerk.
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Poland
China
John Deere
Milburn
William Wackenhout
George J. Klager
Alwin. Burkhardt
Fordson Tractor
McCormick
Deering
Keystone
John Deeré
Imperial
Springtooth
Spiketooth
Farm Auction Near Saline Announced For February 14 1930
Sale of the Abe Wallace farm at Keck's corners off the Saline Ann Arbor road will occur Friday February 14 1930 at 1 p m. Included are livestock horses cows and calves hay grains farming equipment and household items with cash terms due day of sale. SPATHELF BROTHERS Guy Thompson auctioneer Oliver Goldsmith clerk.
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Abe Wallace
Saline
Ann Arbor
Keck's Corners
Jersey
New Milch
Durham
Ayreshire
Saline Woman's Club Holds Music Day Meeting
The Saline Woman's Club gathered at Miss Vesta Mills home February 4 for a Music Day program. Members presented piano solos vocal numbers and group performances under Miss Mills the music chair. The session closed with mention of the next meeting at Mrs. Elsie Love's home.
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Vesta Mills
Miss Mills
Gondolieri
Nevin
Mazurka
Chopin
Wilma Schumacher
Cadman
Bond
Mrs. Alexander
Haydn
Moskowski
Hileen Martin
Margaret McCord
Cha
Observer Liner Ad Promises Quick Market Response
A promotional notice touts the Observer Liners as a ready market for merchandise furniture instruments livestock autos real estate and more. It encourages readers to call 60-F2 to start an Observer Liner and notes experience is the one thing not available on an easy payment plan.
Classified Advertising Offers and Vehicle Listings
Various classifieds announce discounts on shoes and clothing at Parsons and Dietiker's, auto sales at Wiedman Auto Company, Saline Mercantile Company deals, and Round Oak sale items. Real estate buyers in Saline, Ann Arbor, and nearby counties seek homes, lots, farms, and investments with easy terms.
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Saline
Ann Arbor
Washtenaw
Monroe
Lenawee
A. OC
Lange
Bank Tax Collection Schedule Notes by Treasurer
George Burkhart treasurer lists tax receipt sites at Savings Bank on Mondays Fridays and Saturdays and at Citizens Bank on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays. He urges residents not to forget the dog tax.
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Savings Bank
Citizens Bank
George.Burkhart
Milk Producers Meeting Set For February 13 1930
The Milk Producers Association holds its annual meeting at the Masonic hall on Thursday evening February 13 1930 An oyster supper runs 7 to 8 o'clock or while servings last Reservations available from the Secretary or President GC Carr President and Charles Schultz Secretary invite members to bring their families
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The
Milk Producers’ Association
Masonic Hall
GC. W.carr
Charles Schultz
Tractor School at Parsons and Dodge Garage
A tractor school is held Thursday February thirteenth at Parsons and Dodge Garage with a full program. All farmers are invited to see learn buy or enjoy the event featuring talks lunch movies and more.
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Parsons & Dodge Garage
Jim Prendergast
Parsons & Dodge
1925 Chevrolet Coupe for General Use
An excellent car for business use with nearly new tires and a recently overhauled motor. Free 1930 plates offered. Price $125.00. George Vy. Cook & Son Authorized Chevrolet Dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GEO
Cook ™& Son
Chevrolet
GHO. V. Cook & Son
Parson's overcoats and jackets at bargain prices
Sensational price cuts at Parsons and Wiedman Auto Co with one third off on leather jackets and men s coats. Also ads for for sale houses and ducks plus auto services and battery charging. Local notices include hay buying and farm listings with contact details.
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Parsons
Model A Coupe with Low Mileage Offer
Good condition car offered by Wiedman Auto Company. Down payment 107 dollars, balance 22 dollars per month. Also a like new car with very low mileage at 150 dollars down and easy monthly payments.
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Wiedman Auto Company
International Truck for Sale in Good Mechanical Condition
Large truck advertised in good mechanical condition with good tires and one spare. Priced at 175.00 dollars.
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Wiedman Auto Company
Model A Ford Coupe Dandy Car With Low Down Payment
A brisk car listing offers a Model A Ford Coupe described as a dandy and looks like new, with $144 down and the offer to drive it away. The ad emphasizes affordability and immediate ownership for potential buyers.
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Wiedman Auto Company
Vehicle for sale with closed cab and stake body notice
Vehicle in excellent condition features closed cab stake body and good tires with spare. Priced at 175 dollars. Must be seen to be appreciated.
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Wiedman Auto Company
Desirable Used Cars Highlighted In Local Ads
Local ads tout a 1928 Chevrolet four door sedan with low mileage and finish like new offering $150 down and 12 monthly payments. Also listed are a Willys Knight sedan priced around $100 and a Ford Model A or Ford car sold as nearly new at used price with $142 down and easy terms.
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Wiedman Auto Company
1927 Chevrolet Coach With New Goodyear Tires
Gray ducoed coach described as well finished and fully equipped. Mentions 1930 license plates valued at $195.08. Sold or offered by GEO. W. COOK & SON.
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Chevrolet
GEO. W. Cook & Son
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Fare Magazine Agent
John Foster, Jr
Man
Mr. Warren
Kissimmee Park
Fla
A. J
Edmund Waller
Saline Savings Bank
Fuoss
Martin Fuoss
Ekyay
DIXIE
Dixie Station
Stabbler Oil Company
Neumaier
Westside Garage
Kelly Springfield
Standard Oil Products
John Dicks
Bert Gillen
Willis E. Peva
Federated Church Notes
BE. Kircher, D. D
Tam
Spathelf Brothers
Guy Thompson
Oliver Goldsmith
Saline Woman’s Club
the Observer
Hay
Carl Smith
Dietiker’s
Saline Mercantile Company
Oxfords
J. Muir
Saline Township
Milk Producers Meeting
Wiedman Auto. Company
West McKay Street
Wiedman Auto Co
Bert Moore
A. A. Aid
Jacob Klumpp
HE. L. Klager
Bridgewater
Observer
Barney’s
Geneva
Uphaus & Schroen
Mercantile Ca
Congress Street
Ypsilanti, Mich
Love
Pocahontas
Kentucky
Elkhorn
Scranton
Holu
Michigan Avenue
NASH
ESSEX
Willys-Knight
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