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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1928
Page
4
October begins a year of activity in communities and civic groups. Three purposes are urged: learn local government to vote intelligently, improve homes during autumn, and warmly welcome newcomers and visitors.
A Duluth Herald quotation outlines resolutions to keep temper calm and spirit sweet during campaigns. Voters are urged to scorn hate and bigotry while supporting their choice without belittling opponents. The message stresses respect for differing views to judge issues clearly and fairly.
An editorial urges a strong nationwide push to register and vote in November and to create non partisan committees to increase turnout. It argues many elections reflect only a minority of the total vote and stresses every citizen has a stake in choosing representatives. A second item reports Dick Seisser injured by a mower accident at Cement City with severe hand and arm injuries.
Michigan teams set new light and heavy horse pulling records. Allen Haskins of Tonia owns the light team that pulled 2875 pounds at the Ionia fair before 10 000 spectators. Lansing Excavating Company Belgians set the heavy record 3175 pounds at the Fowlerville fair on October 4.
A warning urges school boards and teachers to prioritize building safety, heating and lighting, and rapid exits. It cites past tragedies from lamp accidents and blocked inside doors to Christmas decorations that trapped crowds. The piece condemns neglect as criminal and calls for strict fire drills.
A life insurance study of 1246 killer policyholder cases shows 32 justified killings, 45 never indicted, 16 acquitted among 69 indicted, 41 guilty with 35 in prison, 6 appeals, 8 new trials, 1 paroled, 1 fined, and 1 death penalty. The piece notes U.S. murder rates outpacing England and Canada.
Martin L Wheelock, 72, died last Wednesday after a brief illness. Born July 18, 1856, in Bridgewater Township, he lived in Washtenaw County most of his life. He resided with brother Arthur Wheelock at 130 West Hoover Avenue the past decade. Survived by five brothers George Cedar Springs Warren Lansing Arthur Ann Arbor Seldon Flint Dr A S Wheelock Goodrich and three sisters Eliza Ann Arbor Olive Cook Hanover Ada Lombard Portland Colorado. Funeral 2 PM Friday with Dr A W Stalker officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery Saline Ann Arbor News.
A religious study notes Joel foretold Spirit outpouring at Messianic times and Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. It outlines tests for genuine gifts, the diversity and unity of spiritual gifts, and stresses love as the greatest gift with its enduring, selfless attributes.
The quote notes that while others may forget us, there is one in heaven who never forgets and prays for us. It emphasizes a steadfast divine intercession and the believer’s confidence in being heard by God through this eternal advocate.
Fragmentary note mentions a place described as a Bethel where Christ is present, suggesting a religious or devotional site. No additional context or names are readable to expand.
A small two man crew ends a season by netting gar pike in Michigan lakes. They use ten 300 foot inch mesh nets lifted daily, dispatching gar pike quickly. Daily catches reach 70 to 80 early, then decline to two or three. few other fish enter the nets and healthy grass pike or large perch are released when caught.
The Electric Coal Mining Company announces restoration of a soft coal seam about six miles southwest of Jackson in Sandstone township. The $25 000 Jackson firm aims to hire about 18 men and produce 60 to 90 tons daily for local sale. Previous operator abandoned the property years ago.
Notice sets election in opera house on November 6 1928 for President Governor Legislature and county officers including Sheriff Treasurer and Clerk. Polls open 7 am to 5 pm with possible noon adjournment. date September 20 1928 signed by Township Clerk C F Fitzgerald. The closing line adds a proverb about small things and peanuts.
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