Seven Injured In Detroit Car Crash West Of Saline
A Detroit car carrying seven passengers veered off the road two miles west of Saline Sunday morning and crashed into a tree. Occupants Cecil Oliver Sr and Mrs Oliver plus Cecil Jr Geraldine Lorain Olson Frank Gardner and Sam Gray sustained multiple injuries. Geraldine 13 suffered broken leg and arm. Loraine Olson had a broken leg and facial cuts. Frank Gardner was hospitalized in Detroit. the car was completely demolished.
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Saline
Detroit
Cecil Oliver
Cecil Jr
Geraldine
Cecil Oliver, Sr
Mrs. Oliver
Sam Gray
Loraine Olson
Providence Hospital
Frank Gardner
Theater Man Runs Into Mule in Ypsilanti Crash
Jim Cathers operator at the Saline theater was hurt when his car collided head on with a mule on U S 112 near U S 28 after being blinded by oncoming lights. A second mule was struck by a following truck. the first mule died, Cathers suffered facial and arm injuries, car damage was total. He returned to work two days later.
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Ypsilanti
Jim Cathers
Saline Theater
U.S. 112
U.S. 28
Jim
Michigan avenue resurfacing planned through Ypsilanti
The Michigan avenue project on US-112 in Ypsilanti plans asphalt resurfacing from M-117 to the Huron River bridge with some widening. Estimated cost is 50 000 dollars as part of more than 50 statewide projects totaling about 5 556 688 funds from federal aid and taxes.
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Ypsi
Michigan Avenue
Ypsilanti
State Highway Department
Murray D. van Wagoner
Huron River
Skep OM Pasop Ese Sdoys Pus
New Warehouse Opens for L. A. Tamer in City
L. A. Tamer plans formal opening of a new warehouse Friday at 105 East Michigan area. The former site closed May 15, with a ten day build of a large warehouse west of his home to store groceries and rural service trucks. First shipments totaled thirty tons, stored in original cases for low cost sale.
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L. A. Tamer
East Michigan Avenue
Tanner
Saline City Council Passes Gasoline Dumping Ordinance
The Saline council met June 12 1940 in the council chamber with Mayor Townsend and members Gross Dodge Lambarth present. An ordinance to prohibit dumping gasoline kerosene oils and other chemicals into storm or sanitary sewers was read and adopted for immediate effect with copies to gas stations. Bills totaling 1502.94 were approved and orders drawn before adjournment.
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Townsend
Gross
Dodge
Lambarth
Lindemann
J. Kraizman
Saline
G. C. Townsend
Lottie Wallace
Saline Ordinance Bans Dumping Chemicals Into Sewers
City of Saline enacts an ordinance prohibiting pouring gasoline kerosene oils and other chemicals into storm or sanitary sewer systems. Drivers draining fuels must remain with vehicles. Violators face up to 100 fine or up to 90 days in jail or both. Immediate effect upon publication.
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Saline
Dierberger-Adams Nuptials Set in Ann Arbor Chapel
Dr and Mrs Paul Dierberger of Great Falls Montana attended the wedding of their daughter Miss Mary Katherine Dierberger to Ellis Wentworth Adams of Ypsilanti at the Woman's League chapel in Ann Arbor. The service was read by the bride’s father, with gladioli and white peonies adorning the chancel arch. A reception followed in the League’s Ethel Fountain Hussey room. The couple will reside in Durham North Carolina where the groom pursues medical studies at Duke University, graduating in 1941.
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Paul Dierberger
Great Falls
Montana
W. H. Dietiker
Mary Katherine Dierberger
Ellis Wentworth Adams
Ypsilanti
Ralph Adams
Woman's League
Ann Arbor
Ethel Fountain Hussey
The
League
H. F. Schwartzkopf
Lansing
W. E H. Dietiker
University of Michigan
Dietiker
Durham
North Carolina
Duke University
Michigander or Michiganian Debate Sparks Letter to Editor
A reader association argues over Michigan citizen demonyms. William P. Wilkins suggests Michiganian as dignified, while comparing to Missouri and Illinois nicknames. The letter urges abolition of Michigander and calls for respectful terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William P. Wilkins
Pemberton Road
Grosse Pointe Park
Michigan
Illinois
Missouri
Chase S. Osborn
Evening News
Sault Ste. Marie
Saline basemen drive toward Tri County league title
Saline baseball keeps rolling with five straight wins and 21 hits in a 5 1 victory over Ypsilanti at Ypsilanti. Owen Hoeft fired a four hit shutout to hold Ypsi to four hits and seven strikeouts. Saline’s four run fourth inning sealed the win as Kaisel Schneider and Frey fueled the rally and Hoeft added a later run on Girbach's hit. Saline now aims for a seventh win against Waltz Sunday following a 3 2 first meeting win.
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Salime
Kep
Tri-County
Oppon
Ypsilanti
Ypsi
J Owen
Hoeft
Yosi
Saline
Schwyn
Kaisel
Schneider
B. Frey
Frey
Girbach
Waltz
Legion Show Declared a Success by Local Post
The American Legion Minstrel Show held last Thursday evening in Bungay drew praise for the performers and volunteers. Ira Pheifie sang two numbers, Jack Hoffman and his Serenaders provided steel guitar entertainment, and many local residents contributed acts and advertising to make the event financially successful. The program featured dancing, jokes, sketches, and a finale of God Bless America, with gratitude extended to all helpers and advertisers.
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American Legion
Bungay
Obee
Wing
Merritt Martin
Lloyd Fairbanks
Jean Parsons
Miss Sturm
O’neill
Dan Hall
Dan Levliet
Joe Martin
Joe Thomas
Walter MacArthur
Wanny Cook
Dot
Prince Li Bendo
Armine Westphal
Harold Finch
Carl Moehn
Lloyd Dell
Don Burkhart
Hollywood
Irving Berlin
America
Saline Theater Offers Jack Benny Double Feature Week
The Saline theater begins a new week with Jack Benny and his radio troupe starring in Buck Benny Rides Again, paired with Private Detective. Sunday through Tuesday features Strange Cargo with Clark Gable and Joan Crawford. Midweek shows include The Invisible Man Returns from H. G. Wells, led by Sir Cedric Hardwicke, Vincent Price, and Nan Grey.
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Jack Benny
Saline
Bill
Rochester
Phi Harris
Buck
Benny
Jane
Wyman
Maxie Rosenbloom
Clark Gable
Joan Crawford
Strange Cargo
Gable
Verne Andre
Crawford
Julie
H. G. Wells
Cedric Hard
Farm Bureau Meeting Held At Bredernitz Home
Saline Community Farm Bureau met June 13 at Mr. and Mrs. Karl Bredernitz home with many members present. Discussions covered culture related to agriculture and education. Refreshments were served by the hostess. No meetings will be held in July or August.
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Farm Bureau
Bredernitz
Saline Community Farm Bureau
Karl Bredernitz
Saline Grange Holds Postponed Meeting at York Hall
The Saline grange met at York hall on Wednesday night with Osler of Ann Arbor presenting moving pictures Lois Holcomb performed a piano solo and Loyola Kanitz delivered a recitation Ice cream and cake were served to attendees
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Saline Grange
York Hall
Mr. Osler
Ann Arbor
Lois Holcomb
Loyola Kanitz
Saline General Hospital Births and Updates
A baby boy arrived at Saline General Hospital last week, the first boy after eleven girls in succession, to Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Kuebler on June 10. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Irelan welcomed a daughter born June 12. Walter Kuebler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kuebler, had his tonsils removed last Tuesday. Phoebe Minzey’s condition remains about the same as she recovers. S. R. Wilson is improving and now sits up daily.
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Edwin Kuebler
Charles Irelan
Walter Kuebler
Paul Kuebler
Phoebe Minzey
S. R. Wilson
Eye exam and glasses event at Milan Hotel clinic
An optometry clinic operates every Saturday from 2:30 to 9:30 P M at the Milan Hotel offering eye examinations and glasses fitting with Dr. Frank Gifford, Toledo Optometrist.
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Milan
Frank Gifford
Toledo
For Sale 9 Acres Alfalfa Day Inquire Fred Gladish
Classified notes list nine acres of alfalfa for sale with contact instruction to inquire with Fred Gladish. Also included are livestock offers and farm supplies plus vehicle ads from Cook Motor Sales and local merchants.
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Fred Gladish
Frigidaire 1940 Models On Display And Local Vehicles
Authorized dealers display Frigidaire 1940 models while for sale offerings include an 11-2 ton Chevrolet truck and a long wheelbase 1985 Chevrolet truck with dual rear wheels. Several used tractors priced from 85 dollars feature a John Deere 33 plow, one bottom, and a platform option. Herman Heininger lists these items at Elmer Steele's Gulf service 121 W Mich Ave with Duo-Therm hot water heaters advertised for automatic tap convenience and fuel oil economy.
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John Deere
Herman Heininger, PLC
Chevrolet
Cook Motor Sales
Elmer Steele
Gulf Service
W. Mich, Ave
Gas station ad urges safe driving and speed boost
Traffic safety note cites 1939 fatality rate and urges drivers to brake and avoid accidents. It promotes Fosdick Ford Hi Speed Station in Michigan offering fuel and car wash services, highlighting power for hills and quick exits.
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Fosdick & Ford Hi
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Saline Theatre
Buck Benny
Sun
Invisible Man
Sir C. Hardwicke
Nan Grey
Groci J
Remarn
Eschmud
Akes
Council Proceedings
Dierberger-Adams
Woman’s League
Saline Schwyn
Aonacenezace Girbach
Knisel
Tb Schneider
Ierenen Frey
Cf Hoeft
Total
Beeson Horatintia
C. Smith
Seereee Eee Nee
O. Trickson
W. Suetor
L. Hall
J ‘L. Hoffy
Legion
Jacob Visel
Salirie
Kelly
Ann Arbor St
Wolverine
Parsons
Andrew Hartman
Bert Meeps
Pleasant Lake Road
Dan Hertler & Son
Everhot Electricooker
G. L. Parsons
Wiedman Auto Co
Hodge
Tate
Morton Poultry Farm
Ford, International
Avery
Albert Graf
R. Frost
Darling and Co
Webb Harwood
Bob Gross
Clarence Cook
Seleat
A. E Hagan
W. E. Dietiker
Wiedman Auto Company
R. G. Wehl
L. O. Gibson
Packard At
Brooks Brothers
Adrian
Adrien Tankage Company
Rausers
Gross Hardware Store
Rauser
Hoover
Fed
Fourth Ave
Imich
Observer
Hall
Willard
Geo. A
Ann Arbor Road
A.S
Cook Motor
Frigidaire
Bib
Lloyd EB. Fairbanks
Cole's Feed Store
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