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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1954
Page
8
Aunt Molly writes to Hickory Hollow readers about school funding confusion and a misprint on taxes. She explains equalized valuations and bond millages, compares two school plans, and argues for local control and prudent spending to support children and community.
Michigan Outdoors reports that Chilean rainbows thrive on pancora crabs year round, suggesting Michigan fisheries study the crab as a transplant food. The piece notes fast growth possible in Michigan waters if habitat and diet align, citing Andes climates and potential stream introductions.
The article notes mixed responses to a questionnaire about a twenty room school and two smaller schools. Some abstained, prompting comments on democracy and responsibility. A March 16 meeting will explain the proposed bond issue to all school electors.
The American Legion Auxiliary discussed Communism on Feb 20 air time. Members Berniece Armbruster Winifred Dieterle Lou Dell Verla Beach Julia England and Genevieve assisted at Ford Ypsilanti Blood Bank earning 35 hours for the unit. Donations were sent to a band for its Spring Tour and to Washtenaw Infirmary. Genevieve reported on the Red Cross Drive for March with local clubs aiding. A hymn was sung and colors retired. Jean Goble announced details and refreshments followed.
A field scene shows a boy and girl on a farm with a tractor under a large moon. They discuss saving gasoline and plans to work harder, then share a tender moment as the man praises the woman’s work. The text notes this passage was broadcast by Moscow radio recently behind the Iron Curtain.
Mr and Mrs Floyd Spiegelberg and daughter Eleanor visited Saturday at the Willard Hertler home for a family gathering.
Myr. and Mrs. Frank Daniels of Macon Road marked 57 years of marriage with a family gathering at the home of their son Raymond Daniels on E. Henry Street. Daniels, 84, born August 7, 1869 in New York, is a retired farmer resident for 62 years. Mrs. Daniels, former Mattie Rogers, born February 8, 1875 in Lodi township, now 79, enjoys crocheting and music. They wed February 28, 1897 in Ann Arbor. They have 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. a daughter, Mrs. Gladys Plant, died in 1950.
Mrs. Daisy Harrison was surprised by two parties last week marking her 75th birthday. Mrs. Edwin Herring hosted events on Wednesday and Thursday. Mrs. Grace Stierle organized a surprise party for Mrs. Davis and friends.
Mr. and Mrs. Whitney Riedel of Manchester visited relatives Sunday including Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Haarer. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Martin hosted the Bob Harrisons at dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Swanson and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Swanson left Wednesday for Iron Mountain due to the serious illness of the senior Mrs. Swanson.
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