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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1928
Page
4
Saline Michigan notice outlines post office class matter, subscription prices, and single copy costs. It explains advertising rates, obituary and marriage notices, and conditions for publishing personal or business benefit content.
A humorous note urges drastic action against houseflies warning their prolific breeding. It suggests heavy early swatting by an enthusiastic public to curb the summer illnesses and reduce the fly population.
A rooster startled near a gasoline leak caused a car fire when sparks flew as the owner prepared tools. The blast destroyed parts of the driveway and car, highlighting the dangers of petroleum products. The Fire Underwriters claim 1926 oil losses reached nearly 15 million dollars.
A group of boy scouts captured a common screech owl near Philadelphia, released it on a branch, and watched it fly to its nest despite twilight. The incident challenges tales about owls sight and suggests an impressive sense of direction. Separately, contractors report footings and concrete forms prepared for a new Br grounds schoolhouse.
Mrs Helen B Joy of Grosse Pointe and Mrs William A Grittenden Jr of Detroit chair a Michigan women’s committee to recruit for Citizens Military Training Camps at Camp Gaiser and Fort Brady July 26 to August 5. The drive aims to enroll 1 878 young men aged 17 to 24, physically sound, for 80 days of government training, with women statewide assisting and information available from Civilian Aide Phelps Newberry at 443 Book Tower Detroit.
Free camping facilities provided by the state support groups of boys and girls at parks across Michigan. Parks listed include Oakland County Rockwood, Traverse Marquette areas, Manistee, Interlochen, Van Buren, and others with cooking stoves water and sanitary facilities available. groups supply food and personal gear. Adrian to Move Funeral Note: Mrs. Frank Howard’s sister-in-law, Mrs. Gregory, attended in Three Rivers. funeral details noted.
Senator Charles A Sink of Ann Arbor formally announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination and re election in Michigan. A veteran lawmaker, he previously served in the House and Senate and has directed influence on education finance and state policy. The piece notes Washtenaw and Oakland counties’ long standing gentlemen’s agreement governing senatorial succession and mentions a proposed development on a 92 acre island in Coddwater Lake by a Detroit firm Burr Dale Acorn.
In Detroit Michigan a 1912 established firm invites farmers to send farm descriptions to its Farm Department for buyers and exchange offers. It also offers rent collection and back rent recovery services through its Properties Management Department located at 422 Stormfeltz Lovely Building corner Woodward and EB Grand Byrd.
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