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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1939
Page
4
Michigan lawmakers weigh a $150,000 annual tourism advertising appropriation amid a mounting state deficit. senators warn of deficits around $66 million and question where funds will come from as hospital and pension costs rise.
An analysis of January 1937 and January 1939 state payrolls shows a rise of 387 000 on the Fitzgerald ledger while a governor's office payroll figure indicates ongoing budget strain. The article details labor board proposals, union opposition to a 10-day strike notice, and compromises in welfare reorganizations amid political infighting.
City officials weigh a controversial welfare bill in Lansing amid fierce debate and political hurdles before any law can be enacted.
Clifton Bird lost a sick colt last week and Carlton Murray reported a cow dying suddenly. Miss Electa Murray returned from St Josephs hospital after a week of observation. Carlton Murray and Alger Allison visited Detroit and called on Grant Allison near Willis. Walter Towler and Rena Towler of Saline dined with Leslie Bailey and family. Leslie Bailey hosted 13 guests for their 50th wedding anniversary with a card evening and light refreshments. Oak Grove PTA met with 35 present, display of new school books and handicraft and sewing club items. Pupils presented a patriotic program on Washington and Lincoln. Mrs Witherspoon distributed Washington life questions. Mrs Dicks led the high score with 15. Pupils spoke on new books. Mrs Witherspoon reported on a past meeting canceled in January due to illness. Ralph Witherspoon discussed Japan and China with aid from Dr Judd and showed Life magazine pictures. Popcorn balls and Chinese checkers were enjoyed.
Margaret Ann Richards infant daughter of Mr and Mrs A G Richards died and was buried in Ann Arbor Saturday. Clarence Riggs prepares to move to a Macon area farm. Attendees at a Sunday gathering included Sid ney Yap e Hobart Richards Clofford Richards Paul Richards Ruth Riggs and others from Ann Arbor Ypsilanti Willow Frains Lake and nearby areas. A potluck dinner followed with a cake by Mrs Paul Richards and several gifts received.
Fred Krumrer is ill and a new son born to Mr and Mrs John Williams on February 2. Mrs Lewis Kuebler visited Mrs Fred Kalmbach last Monday. Vernon Manor of Lamsing called on Mr and Mrs Carl Braun Sunday. Mrs Bert Moore visited her aunt Mrs Fred Kalmbach last Tuesday. Mrs William Lindemann is sick with flu but improving. Ruth Sweetland visited her aunt Mrs William Lindemann over the weekend. Mr and Mrs Victor Haughton and Marvin Lunan visited Mr and Mrs Bert Moore Friday. Mrs Bert Moore and sons La Verne and Ralph visited Mr and Mrs Albert Liska Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Mehler and family visited hosts in Adrian and Britton while Clarence Kopka saw his mother Mrs. Martha Kopka at the Craig home. Several hosted and attended gatherings including a Macon High School community party, a meat canning demonstration, and visits among Kuder, Kempf, Luckhardt, Cross, Vealey, and Anderson households.
West Saline reports Mrs. Frank Tucker ill with flu and Mr Tucker with a cold. Leo Bondie family recovered from flu. Miss Florence Wiedmayer visited Lansing with Washtenaw 4 H club members and performed an accordion solo on WKAR. Miss Marjory Youngs hosted a Valentine party. prizes awarded to Miss Wiedemaner and Mrs. Dicks. next Saline Grange meeting March 1 with refreshments. A 12th wedding anniversary party for Mr and Mrs John Edelmayer and others celebrated at the Schwoche home with spring decor and gifts from attendees in Saline Plymouth Milford Detroit and more. illness and weather reduced attendance.
Mrs Wilma Weber spent Wednesday with Miss Genevieve Gilbert. Miss Dorothy Mangus of Milan was dinner guest of Genevieve Gilbert. The Hammonds hosted and visited neighbors over the weekend. The Wagners plan a move to Battle Creek for work. Families from Macon Jackson Plymouth Adrian attended gatherings, showers, and a dancing party at Ford Barns in Macon.
Probate Court for Wash County appoints commissioners to hear claims against Lydia M Theurer estate. Four months from February 1 1939 allowed to present claims. Meetings scheduled at The Citizens Bank Saline Michigan on April 27 1939 and June 27 1939 at 10 a.m. for examination and adjustment.
A brief notes the subject described as painting her face with no further details or context provided by the WNU Service.
Richard Exon plans a decisive move as Elizabeth’s maid’s disappearance and forged documents drive a perilous sequence. The Duchess of Whelp aids his retreat while Winter and Parish manage sensitive papers. In a parallel feature, Saline’s acetylene era ends and electric lights rise, transforming a town’s nights.
Court for Washte Naw County issues notice that four months from February 18, 1939, creditors may present claims against Jacob Klumpp, deceased. A meeting to examine and adjust claims will be held at Citizens Bank Saline Michigan on April 26 1939 and June 26 1939 at ten o clock a.m.
Boy Scout units in Washtenaw and Livingston counties prepare for neighborhood first aid rally near Jackson in March. Three top patrols from Washtenaw-Livingston Council will attend the Southeastern Michigan First Aid Rally on March 18. About 50 scouts have joined the Savings Plan to fund summer camp. first free stamp deadline extended to February 25. Sid ney Robson, 76, of Fort Worth Texas died. born in Saline, a retired express worker and Knights of Pythias member. services held in Fort Worth with burial at Greenwood Cemetery.
Saline Township issues a registration notice under Michigan Election Law. Township Clerk Lester Hanson announces in person registrations on specified dates March 14 and March 25 1939 and outlines rules for eligibility and residency for the upcoming township election.
Township election registration notice in Lodi Michigan outlines registration periods and dates and lists Herman Gensley as registrar. It states eligibility, absent voter provisions, and days March 14 and March 25 1939 for reviewing and re registering qualified electors.
A Michigan State College survey of soils department shows farmers used 132 702 tons of plant foods in 1938. The study tracks varieties and notes a rise in mixtures and high plant food content, with the 2 12 6 blend totaling 61 143 tons statewide.
Michigan chancery notice from Washtenaw County court in Ann Arbor orders defendant Carl Hudkins to appear within three months or risk judgment. Publication to begin two weeks hence in The Saline Observer. Attorney Lee N. Brown listed with dates January through March 1939.
Michigan Cir Court Washte naw chancellery case Morrison v Morrison requires publication within two weeks from date. notice in Saline Observer lists clerk Jett M. Gibb and attorney Lee N. Brown with dates Jan 12 19 26 Feb 29 16 23 in Ypsilanti.
In Washte naw County Michigan the probate court in Ann Arbor sets March 14 1939 at 10:00 AM for examining the final administration account of Theodore Stimpson executor of the estate of Lewis A Schellenberger. Public notice to appear via The Saline Observer for three consecutive weeks. Judge Jay G. Pray presides. Nora O. Borgert Register of Probate.
Court in Anna Arbor Michigan on February 20 1939 orders defendant Anna Coleman to appear and respond as plaintiff Eddie Coleman alleges in a chancery action. Judge Luella M. Smith deputy clerk Lee N. Brown Ypsilanti attorney rooms 17-18 Savings Bank Building lists upcoming dates February 23 March 29 16 23 30 April 6 as notice dates.
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