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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1928
Page
4
Geo E English of Bad Age Tribune reports severe freezing nights January 25 and 29 harm potato fields nearly ready to blossom and kill the strawberry crop. He notes distant vegetables also damaged, with strawberries scarce and prices high at 50 cents per quart and 35 cents per dish in restaurants.
The Virginian Railway reports that electrification saves 87 percent of steam operation costs. The line plans to extend electric service across the system. The world's largest electric locomotive, 152 feet long and 1,275,000 pounds, with 125 horsepower, operates on the Blue Ridge route.
A critique of Department of Agriculture rulings that deny corn sugar the status of sugar in many food uses. The piece argues this restricts markets, harms corn growers, and raises imports. legislative fixes exist but policy change is urged.
A quotation from Charles Summer extols the sense of duty over public approval. It praises the steadfast refusal to bow to ignorant judgment, even if relatives and friends recoil, noting that duty happily endured is sweeter than worldly applause.
The article argues saving money via bank deposits or good bonds effectively buys an income for the future. It distinguishes investment from speculation and cautions that seeking abnormally high returns risks losing principal. The surest path to higher income is thrift and prudent investment.
Notice to Saline Township electors that the annual township election will be held in the Saline opera house on Monday April 2 1928 for the offices of supervisor clerk treasurer justice of the peace commissioner of highways constables member of the board of review overseer of highways and related polling hours. The article also notes optional earlier opening and possible noon adjournment and that calls will be made at 7 am and polls stay open until 5 pm unless adjourned. A postscript mentions a Great hope for civilization arising from reports of China using poison gas in war.
State of Michigan Washtenaw County ss I A R Burkhardt cashier of the bank swear the attached statement is true to the best of knowledge and belief as shown by the books. Subscribed and sworn before me March 10 1928 Notary A J Warren commission expires 1929 Correct Attest George Burkhart J H Feldkamp George J Feldkamp Directors
Michigan State College poultry officers warn that removing the brooder house alone won’t prevent disease. Disinfect floors and cracks, regulate hover temperature to 90 degrees by week three, feed schedules start at 72 hours, and a 60 20 10 5 4 1 mash plus greens is recommended. Also advice on advertising and a Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound testimonial.
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