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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1928
Page
6
A new venue on the Red Cedar river bank near the farm lane bridge will host the annual Farmers Day at Michigan State College on July 27. Morning and afternoon programs feature demonstrations including the combine harvester and livestock and crop research results explained by college staff.
In Maine, Fritz von Behr, a German tree surgeon, selects a young birch tree and injects up to 1000 gallons of aniline dye to alter the wood. After treatment, the trunk shows tint within days and leaves change color over weeks, enabling immediate cutting and polishing for furniture. The dye enhances grain and may turn yellow birch as striking as mahogany.
The Christian Science Society of Saline holds services in the hall over Citizens Bank at 10 30 Sunday morning with the Sacrament as the subject. A testimonial meeting is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 30 evening. Sunday school follows the morning service and admits pupils under 20.
Morning worship at 10, Bible study at 11 45, and a young people's meeting at 8. Evening service at the Methodist church at 7 45. Thursday 7 30, study of the Book of Numbers. A cordial invitation to attend this service is extended to all.
A reflective line notes that intense emotion can surpass appetite leaving little or no room for dinner.
Used 1927 Chevrolet Coach with new tires and motor reconditioned. carriage in excellent condition with spare wheel, windshield wipers, rack, and automatic features. Asking price 395 pounds.
A poem reflects on urban distance and the loss of a friend as time passes. The speaker recalls youthful camaraderie, the burden of ambition, and the sudden telegram announcing Jim's death, signaling the harsh finality near the end.
Four men escaped serious injury after a Hammons Beef Co. truck struck a bridge on Ridge road and plunged into the Saline River about 10 p m Thursday. A motorist named Donald Brew said the collision occurred when headlights blinded the driver of an approaching car. One man fell into the water, another hit the railing, and two were pinned under the cab until teammates freed them. Dr Fry of Milan treated the injured.
Saline junior H Club members met at Brenst Gilbert's for their monthly meeting. A July 27 gathering with Andrew Girbach is planned. The boys formed a baseball team with Jack Arend as captain and a picnic with another club is proposed. A refreshment committee and a program committee were appointed, with roll call sharing club experiences and a program including recitations and pig judging.
The Addison Courier reports church notes for the Methodist congregation with July services led by Rev. Dunk and listed times. A local curiosity recounts a cucumber preserved in a pint bottle by Mr. and Mrs. Mathias, 88 years old, kept in brine, tied to a garden tale.
A terse moral note warns that a bold tongue invites swift retaliation and vigilance. The piece likens nerve to discretion and champions wary restraint when facing a domineering figure, urging watchful behavior until a change occurs.
Michigan officials predict a盛 historic attendance at the 79th state fair opening September 2 in Detroit. The expanded concessions and grandstand access aim to boost spectators past last year’s 256 000 paid admissions. Premiums total 15 250 across horse show divisions with entries closing August 18. Sousa leads a 200 piece band opening with sacred concert and patriotic program, daily concerts to follow, plus five afternoons of harness racing and a Saturday auto race.
A seven year old son of George B Parker of Arian was playfully tied by a rope over a tree branch. The rope raised him off the ground and he remained suspended until a neighbor woman cut the rope and freed him. The boy was near death if kept quiet.
Senator Copeland plans to restore Dexter's first post office, the Rehm building, preserving its historic timber frame while preserving memories of the village's victory days. The structure, dating to 1826 with later additions, has housed shops and a barber's business and will be moved toward a memorial status for residents and visitors. In a separate note, W T Van Buren recalls apples from 1926 still sound, aiming to keep them until next September and pack them carefully for longer preservation.
Chelsea Screw Company expands to over 90 workers working nonstop with a one hour break. A special tool needed for a product was shipped by airplane mail from Waterbury to Detroit, then driven to Chelsea to speed production. The first completed piece will be kept with other curios at Mr Dunkel's Chelsea home.
A 1924 ford Truck with 324x6 rear tires platform body low stakes stock racks and spare tires is offered in excellent condition. Down payment only. $60 GEO. W. COOK & SON Authorized Chevrolet Dealers
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