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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1957
Page
5
State Police report April fatalities at 100, down from 140 a year earlier, part of a 13 month downward trend with 475 lives saved since last year. March deaths 115 versus 132 in 1956. accidents declined 18 percent to 14 085. First four months deaths 485 versus 574 in 1956. mileage up five percent. Police warn the gains could reverse as the worst months approach.
The Michigan Tourist Council estimates sportsmen take over 12 million pounds of wild food from Michigan woods and waters annually. Michigan leads the nation in combined hunting and fishing license sales.
Agriculture scientists urge expanded federally supported research into crops for industrial use to shift farmland from surplus commodities. They list bamboo safflower sesame jojoba candellila dioscorea guar canaiigre kenaf and note current agronomic, genetic and chemical study limits. Gardening accidents rise in spring states Institute for Safer Living advising proper tool use and safe insecticide handling.
Community fundraiser at Saline High School tennis court from 9:00 AM to 4:20 PM. Proceeds support local youth programs and student activities. Volunteers welcome and event details posted at the school.
Spring brings outdoor gear out of storage and into use. The Institute for Safer Living urges thorough checks of items such as tables chairs hammocks racquets nets slides swings croquet sets and lawn games to prevent accidental injury.
Robert Nelson, injured in a haulaway truck crash on the Lodge Expressway last week, is improving and confined at St Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. He is nephew of Roy and Mrs Stoddard of Saline and son of Mrs Lee Backus of Belleville.
The agriculture department reports vegetable production for spring will be about eight percent below last year and six percent above the 1949 55 average. Early crops like sweet corn onions and tomatoes fall, while cauliflower eggplant and cucumbers rise. Acreage shifts point to larger early summer watermelons and onions with cabbage and lettuce modestly down. Prices may hold firm early spring then drop late spring depending on harvest pace and processing competition.
A spring safety reminder urges homeowners to inspect yards and outdoor areas for hazards. Freezing thaws create soft spots and hummocks that can cause trips and falls. Rake lawns to remove stones sticks and debris before use.
Swollen streams and ponds near homes raise dangers in early spring. The Institute for Safer Living warns children playing outdoors after winter may forget water safety lessons, with soft slippery banks increasing risk. A car wash is scheduled for May 11 from 9:00 to 4:30.
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