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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1929
Page
5
The Saline Observer announces that De Ze Card of Thanks costs one dollar and Resolutions of Condolence are a dollar. Advertising rates are available on application. Obituaries and marriages may be published free of charge.
The article argues that dairy farming remains profitable despite debates on overproduction. It notes rising consumer demand for better quality dairy products and suggests that even with potential price dips from higher output, businesslike operations will continue to yield profits.
The article notes a shift in how people consume sports news over 20 years. It contrasts past live games with today’s emphasis on sports pages, radio updates, and metropolitan coverage, suggesting readers prefer sports over crime stories.
The piece warns of scammers targeting widows who receive life insurance payouts, noting seven hundred million dollars paid in 1928 and urging consultation with bankers or reputable professionals before investing. It cites Better Business Bureau warnings and recalls a case of lead poisoning from paint-gleaned feed as context.
Arthur Brisbane argues war is barbarous as nations pledge peace between the United States and Britain while cautioning readiness against others. He cites labor unrest, farmer costs, and New York trucker pressures, praises Miss Ishbel MacDonald and Miss Morrow, notes French army changes, and lauds Mellon’s fiscal stewardship.
An act requiring reporting of certain accidents was enacted in 1929. It mandates that accidents resulting in injury or death or damage rendering a vehicle undrivable be reported to the nearest police station within 48 hours and then forwarded to the Commissioner of Public Safety on prescribed forms. Noncompliance is a traffic law violation.
An early American Indian chief counsels his people to trust steady, reliable traders near the great lake, warning against white traders who peddle firewater and crucifixes. He urges dealing with those like a rock that provides good goods consistently, and to dismiss Flea-like traders who vanish.
A health conscious man lived to promote a strict daily routine including dental care twice daily and eight hours sleep. He kept rubbers for rain, avoided smoking and alcohol, and valued vegetables, rest, and calm. Survived by numerous health institutions and specialists. Funeral set for next Wednesday. Connecticut Industry.
Citizens are warned about unsolicited Christmas card shipments that firms hope buyers will pay for. No obligation to pay or return. can hand to an authorized agent but may incur a storage charge. Refusal to assist is best defense as most items are not worth the asking price.
The new millinery trend centers on forehead exposing shapes with hats worn back. High brow effects dominate, with felts rising in quality and handsome soleils standing out. Contrast color tactics are emphasized in the season’s look.
A long list from the state Fire Marshal outlines chimney and stove pipe checks, proper storage of gasoline and kerosene, roof fire prevention, spontaneous combustion risks, cigarette disposal, engine foundations, extinguisher maintenance, and village fire protection. Emphasis is on attic openings, spark arresters, clean chimneys, metal collars, and keeping water and fire trucks ready for rural fires.
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