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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1939
Page
1
An analysis argues Michigan milk marketing law will not fix all dairy ills. It traces history from farm gate delivery to modern distribution, notes higher plant costs, producer incentives, and price pressures on consumers, and questions utility-style control amid complex supply and demand dynamics.
The Gogebic county chairwoman urges widespread student participation in the national VFW auxiliary essay contest on The Benefits of Democracy. Supt. Thomas and Ironwood organizers provide details. the city library offers contest materials. The auxiliary funds $2000 in prizes plus state medals.
Abner E. Larned state WPA administrator told 600 employees in Lansing that the Michigan WPA headquarters will stay in Lansing not Detroit. He said Washington wanted a move but no saving would result, noting Reo Motor Car Co rents space in Lansing at reduced rates. Moving plans cited 40 percent of WPA jobs in Detroit area as a factor.
The event honored Roland DelFavero James Davis and Everett Lake on an anniversary. Mrs John Lane received the door prize. Hostesses Mrs Emil Grasso Mrs James Davis and Miss Lilly Salo served lunch. Guests presented honor guests with a gift from friends.
Casting for the annual Christmas pageant has begun with participants from the Drama club and the High school chorus. Miss Yoder and Miss Babka co direct. Costumes are by Miss Elgeli Miss Ulrich and art drawing classes. The nativity is the theme and the drama opens in ancient times with scenes in Greece and a Hebrew mosque.
Immanuel Lutheran Church announces Sunday school at 9 30 a m and divine worship at 11 00 a m with Holy Communion at 8 00 p m The Luther League meets Wednesday evening in the church parlors hosted by Adele Johnson and Margaret Bolen The Primary Dept of the Sunday school will rehearse the Christmas program at 9 a m Saturday and the rest of the notice continues.
The Womans club will meet Wednesday in the Community building club rooms for a Christmas party. Co chairs Mrs Carter and Mrs Cairelli announce an opening song, a short business session, and a Santa gift exchange with gifts under 10. Members bring a gift. A Christmas sale with cookies and hand work will follow. donations collected by Mrs Kentta.
Notice appears for bids to improve about 2 miles of Chaney Lake road south of the city in Bessemer township. The project has sparked county road commission vs city commission and chamber of commerce disputes for months as locals seek completion for a shorter outlet to Wisconsin.
The Wah Hong Kues of China defeated St. Marys 53 to 47 at the Community Building Gymnasium. St. Marys led 12-9 early but trailed 33-16 at halftime as Oriental speed and fast breaks kept them ahead. Final period mirrored the third as the Orientals held on for the win before a large crowd.
Miss Marcella Marie Ahnen daughter of Mrs. Margaret Ahnen of Ramsay married Harry R. Sawaski son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sawaski in a 9 o'clock ceremony at St. Marys Church. Rev. Thomas Drengacz officiated. The bride wore a floor length white gown and a floral tiara. A reception for 50 guests followed at the bride's home with a central wedding centerpiece described.
The annual collection of county county road and school taxes is under way in both the city and township. City treasurer collects the city's share at city hall. In the township, taxes may be paid at Fred Drier home, who will be at home all day every Friday through the month. A 1 percent collection fee applies on taxes up to January 10, then a 4 percent penalty up to March 1 when rolls return to the county treasurer and unpaid taxes become delinquent.
Cardinals face Hurley Midgets in a home intercity clash after a two week layoff. The Cards seek a conference debut following a ten point win over DePadua in Ashland, while Hurley comes off two conference losses to Ashland and Ironwood. Prelim game between B teams at 7, main at 8.
Floyd Benjamin of Lansing rises from assistant state director of operations to acting director of the First WPA district, replacing the late Harold W. Gill. Announcement made at Marquette headquarters confirms his appointment, noting prior WPA and ERA roles across the upper peninsula and Kalamazoo, including the 1935 start date for Michigan WPA projects.
Mr and Mrs Frank Ringsmith long time Wakefield residents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a Thanksgiving dinner last Thursday. They were married in Antigo 50 years ago and have resided in Wakefield since 1907. Their children and family joined while some were unable to attend. He is 74 and she 67. they previously ran a grocery and worked at Plymouth mine. Both suffered injuries in a recent auto accident but are recovering.
Plan shows a Mothers Night Christmas party at the Masonic hall on Thursday December 14 for mothers of DeMolay members. The Presbyterian Ladies Aid society to hold a public tea at Mrs Oscar Hansen’s home on Thursday December 14.
City commissioners agreed unanimously to extend WPA employment and projects until December 20 under the current plan. Costs loom as sponsorship funds run dry, prompting a possible $20,000 borrowing plan with Public Debt Commission approval, while county road work and transfers remain debated.
Mrs. Elsie Hynninen of this city learns of the death of Ray Kuopella her son-in-law in an automobile accident near Hannah Wyoming. She left Tuesday for Hannah where she was called by the fatal incident.
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