Water Wonderland Slogan Wins Michigan Plate Contest
Secretary of State Owen J. Cleary announced that "Water Wonderland" is the winning slogan for Michigan license plates chosen from over 20 000 entries by a committee of state tourism and public agencies. The 1954 plates go on sale next December and the winner pool includes 61 entrants who will attend a Lansing luncheon May 28 with prize drawing for a Mackinac Island vacation.
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Michigan
Owen J. Cleary
Michigan Tourist Council
Automobile Manufacturers
Michigan Farm Bureau
Michigan State Police
Department of Public Instruction
Department of State
Cleary
Lansing
Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island Grand Hotel
Frank Davis
East Michigan Tourist Association
Chester C. Wells
The
West, Michigan Tourist and Resort Association
J. Lee Barrett
Southeastern Michigan Tourist and Publicity Association
George E. Bishop
Upper Peninsula Development Bureau
Klak Witnesses Brief Championship Fight in Chicago
Nick Klak traveled to Chicago on Friday and witnessed a brief championship fight. Mrs. Klak joined him for the weekend with his brother Joe and sister Miss Harriett.
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Nick Klak
Chicago
Mrs. Klak
Joe
Harriett
Record Milk Production For May and June
Michigan dairy industry numbers 115000 farms and 936000 cows. May and June production up 7 percent with June expected to reach 600 million pounds. Governor Williams proclaims June Dairy Month urging higher consumption of milk cheese and butter while government purchases boost butter cheese and skimmed milk production.
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Michigan
F. M. Skiver
Bureau of Dairying
Michigan Department of Agriculture
Michigan Daiy Farms
Williams
Skiver
Summer Schedule Starts At Straits of Mackinac
The Michigan state ferries between Mackinaw City and St Ignace begin a one hour summer schedule effective the week of May 23. Ferries depart Mackinaw City every half hour on the hour and St Ignace every hour on the hour until November 6.
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Straits of Mackinac
Michigan State
Mackinaw City
St. Ignace
Charles M. Ziegler
St. Igriuece
Saline Hatchery Seeks Broiler Chick Buyers and Special Deals
Saline Hatchery reports a strong hatching season focused on broilers with extensive sales planned for the year. They offer April and May hatched started chicks at cost to interested farmers, noting improved growth, uniformity, and vigor in Leghorns White Rocks and New Hampshires, urging contact to move inventory quickly.
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New Hampshires
Christie
Twitcher
Exeter
Trains Giveaway Offer From Saline Hatchery
A Saline Michigan hatchery announcer offers nearly 300 dollars in Lionel Trains to be given away on July 1. Prospective visitors are invited to view trains and request a chance to participate, with contact by Art Hagen at Saline Hatchery.
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Lionel
Art Hagen
Saline Hatchery
Saline, Mich
Tel
Changing Times Challenge Dairy Farmers Across Nation
Bruce F. Clothier, president of the American Dairy Association of Michigan, notes that changing times affect dairy farmers and marketing. He cites efficiency gains in milk production, barn upgrades, and the shift to dairy foods sold through stores and supermarkets amid fierce consumer competition.
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Bruce F. Clothier
American Dairy Association of Michigan
North Branch
Michigan
American Dairy Association
Dairy Association backs farmers in national markets
A dairy official touted the American Dairy Association program as a wise investment in the future. He said the effort will give dairy farmers a necessary voice in national markets where prices for their products are set.
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American Dairy Association
Memorial Day Safety Warnings Urge Care Across Michigan
State Health Commissioner Dr. Albert E. Heustis warns Michigan residents to exercise caution during Memorial Day weekend. Traffic, drownings, and home accidents top the death certs, with advice to drive safely, keep cars in good condition, and swim only with a companion at daylight and guarded beaches. He urges cooling off before entering cold lake waters and avoiding diving into unfamiliar spots.
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Michiaga
Albert E. Heustis
State Health Department
Memorial Day Safety Advice From Commissioner
The commissioner warns against sun overexposure and overexertion as warm weather begins. He urges caution in outdoor activities and emphasizes keeping foods safe to prevent poisoning. Memorial Day could ease accident toll but high traffic and crowded play areas are likely.
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Atlas Milling Co
Clinton
Nagata
Manchester
Chelsea Road
Pryiter
Gopen
Saline
Tex
Giltrow’s
Agency For
Maron’s Garden Store
E. Washington
Ann Arbor
Burpee
Revtteer Wain
Wiedman Auto Co
N. Ann Arbor
Ee Ress SS
ISS
Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti
A& M Chevrolet Co
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