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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1948
Page
3
The Wakefield News lists itself as a weekly publication and second class matter, stamped for Post Office Wakefield Michigan, dated November 18, 1913 under the 1879 act.
Michigan voters face potential tax shifts including a state income tax within two years and possible municipal payroll taxes. Expect higher gas and auto license costs, telephone and utility levies, with a possible state amusement tax, as echoed by Elton Eaton.
The Ottawa National Forest reporting 651,643 acres protected saw only 132 acres burned across 81 fires this season, a drop from last year’s 54 fires and 651 acres. Lightning caused 17 fires, smokers 23, railroads 11, campers 9, and debris burning 9. Public cooperation during closures reduced ignition, and the forest supervisor thanks local individuals and organizations for fire prevention efforts, urging continued assistance. Draft classifications outlined include 1-A, 1-A-O, 1-C, 1-D, II-A, and III-A with deferments and reclassifications noted.
Special meeting minutes show the Wakefield Board accepting a First National Bank of Wakefield bid for 17 000 tax anticipation notes at 4 percent interest from November 22 1948. The bank also waives service charges on school accounts through June 30 1949 with a 340 guarantee check. Meeting adjourned 8 30 P M. A Natiral Guard unit in Gogebic County was discussed.
Paulette Lucca celebrated her fifth birthday with a Sunday party at the Hill home. Games in the afternoon, movie viewing in the evening, Christmas decor, and a pink and white cake highlighted the celebration. Guests included Nita and Paul Kriska, Janet and Bobbie Rostollan, Donna and Dale Rostellan, Joanne Maki, Nancy Waataja, Lois Perona, Patsy Laessig, Rosalie Connors, Billy and Robbie Erickson, Dennis Grugurach, Paul Kriska, Mrs. Art Federle and Fay, along with Mrs. Lucca and Mrs. Florence Laessig.
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