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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1934
Page
1
A strange birdlike fish known as Borel Que-A parrot dish, native to the Mediterranean and Indian Ocean, was netted by Ja Decheneau in the St. Lawrence and sent to the Quebec fish and game department. The specimen measures about a yard in length.
Fragment from a Burns related piece reflecting on humanity and shame. The lines weave phrases about regret remorse and the impact of cruelty on many. It cites a transformed image of Diana Manyee and a heaven scented face as poetic imagery.
Allan Dwight Crittenden died April 26 1924 aged about 69 son of Allan N and Emily Reed Crittenden He lived on the Crittenden homestead Pittsfield formed Saline moved 1913 to a new home in Saline village Survived by wife Ella R Osbb six children Fern Crittenden George Crittenden Mrs Galvin Wolfe Dr Eugene D Crittenden Asa Gray Crittenden who died in 1895 Funeral April 25 in Saline burial Oakwood cemetery.
Michigan Audubon Society awarded prizes to top boy and girl in each of three zones for feeding the most birds during a two week February period and for correct identifications. Winners include Denis Payment, Howard Pap2, Genevieve Walter, Gardner Mortens, Gloria Jane Hunger gord, and Camille Astor among others. The contest aims to cultivate kindness and observational habits in students.
Elmer Maurice Scherdt son of Mr and Mrs Elmer Scherdt of Milan died Wednesday at an Ann Arbor hospital after a short illness. Born February 4 this year he is survived by parents, grandparents Mr and Mrs Lewis Scherdt Mr and Mrs Lloyd Sweet and great grandfather Mr Frank Sweet and three sisters and four uncles. Funeral services were held Friday at 2 PM at the Milan residence with Rev Adolf Lederer officiating. Burial followed in Oakwood Cemetery Saline.
Public auction to settle the late Jon Feuerbacher estate at the residence north of the New York Central tracks on Saturday May 5 1934 starting at 1 30 p m. Sale includes reconditioned meat canning equipment furniture dining room and bedroom suites bedding linens silverware and dishes tools and small items with cash terms. Mrs E d Feuerbacher administrator and Guy Thompson auctioneer.
The Crittenden family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness sympathy and support during the illness and death of Dr Kirsher and Mr Yoder of Trinity Lutheran Church Ann Arbor and Mrs Weisenreder and Mr Janke for comforting words and songs.
The town column notes a busy May for seniors including J-Hop events and graduation around May 25 followed by the Alumni banquet the night after diplomas are awarded. It highlights student plays, Rotarian gatherings, and calls for youth guidance to balance town progress.
The obituary notes Horace Menkee as a unique local figure and a loyal supporter of the city record, admired for his dedication as a home town newspaper reader. It highlights his long term subscription and prompt payments, praising his community ties.
We express gratitude to the firemen telephone exchange neighbors and all who helped us after the recent blaze Mr and Mrs Fred Sellen thank you for the support and prayers during this time Your kindness is deeply appreciated
Washbenat county sheriff Andres announces he seeks the Republican nomination for sheriff citing friends requests and his record. He describes a “good clean campaign” and pledges best service if nominated and elected. He recounts his career from police sergeant to sheriff since 1969 and notes murders solved under his terms.
The High School Band announces a public concert on Monday May 14 at 8 15 pm in the high school. Proceeds will cover instrument costs and help buy new music. The event marks seniors final appearance and welcomes new members to the group.
A handwritten fragment shows residents seeking urgent aid for four youngsters amid ongoing hardship. The note mentions surviving on the edge of depression and struggling with subscriptions and late paper dates.
Local ads list autos, farm equipment, seeds, livestock tonics, and merchandise from Wiedman Auto Company and Saline Mercantile Co. Buyers are urged to use Observer Liners to reach readers. notices include job want ads, dealer inquiries, and probate printing services.
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