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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1936
Page
4
The notice outlines pricing for classified lines and notices including poetry at five cents per line and entertainments with admission at six cents per line. Obituary and marriage notices are free when offered for personal or business interest. ads may apply regular rates unless specified.
A New York court declares contract bridge not a game of chance while quotes from Jefferson and Lincoln reflect on frugality, taxation, and the people’s sovereignty over Congress and the Courts. The passage links political philosophy with a legal stance on game theory.
An advertisement from Sea Grants argues there are two kinds of drinking moderation and excess. The dividing line is the extra drink one too many and the drinker alone must judge their own limits.
A Dundee Reporter note praises Michigan for favorable weather as western states suffer drought and crop losses. The article contrasts widespread hardship with Michigan's sun and rain, noting good hay crops and contented wildlife, attributing blessings to the Lord.
Report from a London hospital describes a five year trial of an ionized zinc coating applied inside the nostrils by electricity. Three to four applications are said to clear hay fever for a year, with annual treatments potentially curing it for another one or two years. Sufferers hope the news proves true given the disease’s wide reach this summer.
A critique of wealth redistribution argues that wealth comes from production ability not hoarding. It cites Mellon Morgan Ford Hearst and Rockefeller as the era’s richest and warns that dividing their wealth would yield only a few dollars per person. The piece condemns destructive economics and rail against raids on accumulated surplus.
Michigan growers in 28 counties should apply the first spray for the second generation codling moth by July 30 to target larvae at hatching and prevent fruit damage. Recommendations include lead arsenate with hydrated lime for washed fruit or a summer oil solution with nicotine sulphate for non washed fruit, following warm night temperatures above 62 degrees.
A puzzle describes a rope with a weight and a monkey of equal weight, with complex age relations between the monkey and its mother. It asks for the rope length given a rope weight of 4 oz per foot and intertwined weight equations, asserting a unique logical answer.
Washtenaw county forms new Relief Commission to begin duties August 1 with Everett DeRyke remaining chairman. Arthur Heininger and Fred C. Haist named new commissioners after state panel confirmation. First meeting set for August 3 as civil service exams commence for all relief staff.
Milk income for dairy farmers rose by 28 million dollars in the first half of 1936 compared with 1935, reaching 683 million total and June income of 128 million. The Dairy Foundation notes higher consumer buying power and bottled milk demand lifted earnings despite drought, with Brisbane.
By order of the York Township Board Washtenaw County a full re registration of all qualified voters is required. The clerk will receive names daily except Sundays holidays and election days before the twentieth day prior to each election. Registration before the September primary is necessary at Whitmarsh Co. store Milan George Steidle Clerk.
Theodore J Werle executive secretary of the Michigan Tuberculosis Association urges tuberculin testing and X rays for school age children to prevent early tuberculosis. He notes early detection via tuberculin tests and chest X rays reveals beginning disease and supports continued public education on child health. The next Network talk airs Tuesday August 11 at 9 15 p.m.
The Townsend Clubs of Michigan’s Second District plan a large Aug 1 gathering at Washtenaw County Fairgrounds. Attendees from Monroe, Jackson, Adrian, Ypsilanti, and Ann Arbor are expected for a barbecue, concessions, music, games, and speeches by Rev. Arthur Chester Graine of Columbus and other leaders. The Washtenaw County Fair Board provides shelter for rain and a warm district welcome.
Michigan State College extension service analyzes farm earnings in dairy and potato regions. Differences stem mainly from operator control factors such as farm size, crop mix, yields, and livestock. In 1935, advicers found pay averages of 1516 dollars for successful farms versus 342 dollars for lower income farms.
Washtenaw County received 194 402 77 in rental and benefit payments over three years since the Agricultural Adjustment Administration’s creation. Wheat program payments totaled 47 568 16. corn hogs 138 804 72. sugar 8 029 89. State total 9 790 101 98. first five months of 1936 saw 909 815 85 paid. Charles Stolsteimer fractured his hip after a threshing machine accident at Alfred Kiebler’s home. he was taken to Mercy hospital in Jackson.
Forty Buehler family members held a reunion at Huron River park on Sunday. Elden Buehler was elected president Samuel Buehler vice president and Mrs Homer Nixon secretary treasurer. Guests came from Ann Arbor Saline Bridgewater and Chelsea. The oldest member was Samuel Buehler of Saline and the youngest Duane Leroy Satterthwaite of Chelsea.
W Ira Bull extension forester at Michigan State College reports browning needles on evergreens due to extreme heat. Young plantings and landscape specimens need soil soaking and watering. some small trees died, mature trees may recover but look damaged. White pine and spruce suffer more than red and jack pine. plans for spring replanting urged by schools 4 H ranger clubs and communities.
The article notes the annual issue of missing titles held by the Secretary of State due to incorrect addresses. It cites 3000 to 6000 lost titles in the file, with corrections prompted by new license plate sales and address updates. It also mentions Detroit reporters visiting Hell in Oakland County and the humorous misassociation with Greenfield Village.
Federated Church notes Pastor D D Kircher presides. Morning worship at 10 o clock Sunday school at 11 15 with S Cotton superintendent John Burg first assistant Charles Collins second assistant Mrs Edna Aprill pianist Evelyn Ernst primary superintendent Helen Martin pianist Merritt Martin chorister Evening services include 6 30 young people meeting and 7 30 worship Thursday 7 30 mid week service.
St John’s Lutheran Church Bridgewater led by Pastor M. C. Phillipp holds divine services at 10 a.m. and Sunday school at 11. English services occur every second and fourth Sunday of the month. All are invited.
Morning worship at 10 o clock Epworth Leagues at 6 30 p m No evening service Wednesday prayer service Thursday choir meeting A middle western school teacher has sold pulp fiction magazines 800 love stories in five years Or was it one love story 800 times
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