Lightning Demolishes Alfred Hack Barn In Storm
Last Wednesday night lightning struck the Alfred Hack barn on Waterworks Td causing a full loss to the structure. The Saline fire department prevented spread to the adjacent residence and buildings. A threshing machine milk separator and tools were also lost. Rex Parrish photographed the blaze as it unfolded in 45 minutes. Neighbors and firefighters received Hack's thanks for their timely help.
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Waterworks
Hack
Saline Fire Department
Saline Giants Visit Big City ResidentsAttend local column notes
Kenneth Akers and daughter Joleen from Independence Missouri visit Saline for two weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Alber. The Observer highlights local events from the post office changes to new dump site discussions and a upcoming dance recital and birthday greetings for Saline residents.
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Kenneth Akers
Joleen
Independence Missouri
Saline
Arthur Alber
Akers
Joyce Alber
the Observer
Steven Miller
Nan Young
Della Austin
Adrienne Albertson
William Finkbeiner
Carl Gillen
Clifford Olsen
Ruth Niles
Janice Austin
Walter MacArthur
Kit Young
Barbara Schmid
Harold Walken~hut
Randy Carr
Eddie Albertson
Joyce Davenport
Mae Uphaus
Walter Blom
Norma Jean Taylor
City Council Bans Dumping On Monroe Street Site
In a special meeting last Monday the council voted to prohibit dumping at the Monroe Street location after May 19. Residents must travel about 18 miles round trip to dispose of refuse, with a $100 fine for illegal dumping. Public attendance was limited though the hearing was open.
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Plat
Ellisworth Rds
Ann Arbor Street
Monroe Street
Wolfin and
Hartman
Arthur Hagen
Lamar Schmidt
Mrs Curtiss Expected Home This Weekend
Mrs Carl Curtiss, after two weeks of illness at St Josephs Hospital, is expected to leave the hospital this weekend. Physicians report rapid progress and recovery suggests a return to her Saline home. The note reflects on frugality and living within income.
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Carl Curtiss
St. Joseph’s Hospital
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Citizens Bank
St Pauls Youth Sponsor Forum Marks Youth Panel Discussion
St Pauls Youth Fellowship hosts a Parent-Youth Forum Sunday at 7 30 pm moderated by Larry Deede on How Much Freedom for Youth Four parents and four youths will present views including George Wood Clark Fritz Mrs Henry Karner Mrs Elvin Armbruster Karen Taylor Pat Wisel John LaRue and Richard Weisenrder A devotional led by Judith Siemsen precedes invites open participation by parents and others.
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Larry Deede
George Wood
Clark Fritz
Henry Karner
Elvin Armbruster
Karen Taylor
Pat Wisel
John LaRue
Richard Weisenrder
Judith Siemsen
Detroit Tigers Host Saline Safety Patrol Trip
The Saline Elementary School Safety Patrols, about 60 members, will travel to Briggs Stadium in Detroit next Tuesday May 22 to watch the Yankees play the Tigers. Supervisors include Mrs. Robert Starling Miss Ira Pfeifle Mrs. Ruby Kuhl and Mrs. Monahan. Superintendent Leo Jensen and Bill Bailey will attend. Sponsors include Universal Die Elmer J Steeley Sons Dodge Plymouth A M Chevrolet Unit Products and R B Tool Co. Remaining patrol students not eligible will be treated to theatre and luncheon.
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New York Yankees
Briggs Stadium
Robert Starling
Ira Pfeifle
Ruby ‘Kuhl
Monahan
Leo Jensen
Bill’ Bailey
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Tool-Co
Legion Post to Hold Special Lawn Mowing Night
The American Legion plans a lawn mowing event next Monday May 21 at 7:30 p.m. All Post members should bring their lawnmowers in good shape for grounds work. Free lunch will be provided by the Legion Auxiliary.
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American Legion
Legion To Sponsor Memorial Day Parade
The American Legion will sponsor a Memorial Day Parade in Saline to honor area servicemen. The parade forms at Saline High School and begins at 10 a.m. touring the city with ceremonies planned by local organizations.
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Saline
Saline High School
Cubs to visit Y for swim meet in Ann Arbor
Cub Master Robert Merchant announces about 30 cubs will go to Ann Arbor YMCA for a swim meet. They depart by school bus from the High School at 5 30 p m on Thursday May 17. Attendance is voluntary and the cost is 35 cents. The trip is a monthly Cub Scouts training activity.
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Robert Merchant
Ann Arbor
YMCA
Northville Mayor Ely To Tour City Monday
Northville mayor Claude N Ely will swap offices with Saline's mayor Monday May 21 as part of Michigan Week activities May 20 26. Saline will be represented by Councilman Milton Hartman City Attorney Stanton G Roesch and their wives while Mayor Leutheuser rests on a two month Germany vacation. Ely a lifelong Northville resident and father of one daughter Kent Esbaugh of Grand Rapids was elected to the Northville Village Commission in 1942 and served until 1954 when he was elected to the village government.
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Wolfin
Raymond Hirth
Holly and Wilson
Chamber of Commerce
L. Z. Still
the Observer
Saline
Grace Kennedy
Fred R. Braun
Bemis
Henry McKenzie
Kennedy
Northville
Claude N. Ely
Michigan
Leutheuser
Milton Hartman
Stanton G. Roesch
Germany
Lansing
Ely
Kent Esbaugh
Grand Rapids
Saline Area Bands Stage Free Spring Triple Concert
The Saline Area Schools Band Department presents a free Spring Triple concert in the high school auditorium on Wednesday May 28 at 7 00 745 and 830 p m Featuring six bands 200 young musicians and a full range of music The event opens with the Elementary School Band followed by the 6th grade band The Junior High groups perform after intermission including Bells of St Mary Little Rhapsody in Blue Joshua and Black M March The Saline Senior High Concert Band closes with its fourth consecutive First Division Rating at the State Band Contest and a program including To tory at Sea Continued on page 5
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Saline Area Schools
Jr. High
St. Mary
Joshua
Saline Senior High
Tornado Warnings Introduced by Saline Fire Chief
Harold Armbruster of the Saline Fire Department announces a tornado warning signal system. The siren will sound for one minute, followed by 30 seconds of silence, then another minute blast. An all clear will indicate danger is past and aims to save lives and property.
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Harold Armbruster
Saline
Northville First Mayor Visits Saline for Chamber Events
In December 1955 Northville became a city and elected its first mayor. Visiting Saline with the mayor and Mrs. Ely will be Councilman and Mrs. Earl Reed. They will be greeted by local business representatives at a breakfast at Still's Restaurant. A dinner at the Saline Hotel will follow. Cere-Magpies begin at 6 30 p m with many leaders attending under the Saline Chamber of Commerce.
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Northville
Saline
Ely
Earl Reed
Still’s
Chamber of Commerce
Lee Robison
Saline City Ends Dumping At Sewage Disposal Plant
The Saline City Council resolves to ban dumping at the sewage disposal plant, effective 6:00 p m Saturday night May 19 1956, under the new ordinance.
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Saline City Council
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