The Ludington Daily News from Ludington, Michigan • Page 8

JP AGE SIX THE DAILY MICHIGAN, THURSDAY, JAN. 22, 1942. YORK AH 39 remaining vessels in the inter- caastal fleet, in peacetime the Backbone of the American merchant marine, are being taken over by the maritime commission. Ten steamship companies owning the last of the fleet that in September, 1939, numbered 171 vessels, have been asked not to load any more ships and to make them available for government use on completion of current voyages. Withdrawal of all ships from intercoastal trade was announced by Chairman Harry Brown of the Intercoastal Steamship Freight association with authorization of Director H.

H. Robson of the commission's emergency shipping division. Railroads will be required to absorb approximately 6,000,000 tons of freight annually which the water carriers handled in normal times. Custer Village (MRS. MABEL MO The War Today (By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS) British imperial vanguard is reported only a few miles from Muar river in counter-attack to smash western spearhead of Japan's Malayan army; infiltration parties are cleaned up on drive north.

Air raiders set small fires on Singapore. Invaders of Burma are violently engaged 20 miles west of Thailand frontier. Germans are seven miles west of Mozhaisk under artillery fire in central front retreat; total of 2,100 are reported annihilated in fighting on Leningrad and southern fronts. British open aerial offensive in Mediterranean basin, pounding Sicilian airdrome of Catania for 10 hours in one raid; objectives are to block a possible thrust at Malta and prevent movement of feinforcements to German-Italian forces in Libya. Three Are Killed in Auto Accident Grand Ledge residents lost their lives in a three-car accident five miles west of here on M-43 today.

Victims were: Harry Wager, 54; his wife, Iva, 45, and Leo Martin, 48. State Trooper James Wood said the three were crushed while investigating a minor accident between automobiles driven by Wager and Martin. He said Martin's car, parked behind Wager's, was rammed by an automobile driven by Leo Schneider, 19, also of Grand Ledge. Mrs. Wager was killed instantly, Trooper Wood said, while Martin and Wager died shortly afterwards at St.

Lawrence hospital here. Schneider was held for investigation, state police said. Late Michigan News (By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS) United Automobile Workers (CIO) an- today that a five-day 'notice of intent to strike at the Buick Motor division of General Motors corporation had been filed with the State Labor Mediation board. John McGill, UAW-CIO local president, said the company had violated seniority rules and had stalled in transferring men from automobile to war work. (JP) Anna Lampson, 85, an invalid, died in a fire Wednesday at her home in the village of Irving, nine miles west of here.

Fright and shock probably contributed to her death, Coroner Gordon Fisher said. Her clothing apparently caught fire when she opened a wood stove. Mrs. Lampson shared the home with a son, Ay, 55, who found the body on his return home. Fred W.

Freeman, 85, for 58 years a practicing physician here, died at his home Wednesday after illness of two years which set tn injuries suffered in an automobile accident. Dr. Free- mad, was a brother of the late Alice Freeman Palmer, former president of Wellesley college. Surviving are the widow, a sister, 4 sort and two daughters, in- ofudlng Mrs. Philleo J.

Spalding xqfj Grand, Rapids. United Au- WorUers (CIO) ac- ledged defeat In a na- labor relations board Wednesday. Terrell npson, president of a local, said clerical workers General Motors parts, na- vmtroA office and -ware- Cftsfr 162 ballots for no ttje tWWiC ewployea re- received mfe fcn- small and Donna the Ignptfay while anc Auto Stickers Sold at Custer Sadie Howard, Custer postaiistress, wishes to announce that the auto stamps axe and have been on sale at the Custer post-office for the past week. The supply, says Mrs. Howard, "Is -ample for all our patrons." Entertains Club Mrs.

George Mallison was hostess last Thursday to the Custer Blue Apron club but due to the storm only a few could be present, so the regular meeting was given up and visiting enjoyed. Present were Mesdames Henry Englebrecht, Perry George Lorenz and daughter, Jean; Ralph Morell, Earl Johnson, and Ben Johnson and Mrs. Mallison. hostess. The club will meet the first Thursday in February with Mrs.

Earl Johnson. Mrs. George Mallison, Mrs. Earl Johnson, Mrs. Victor Mallison and son, Lee, of Custer joined Mrs.

Ralph Reed of Scottville and they all attended a shower given at the Raymond Center home in honor of Mrs. Ben Quinn, a bride of Saturday. Services Are Held for H. Christensen Funeral services for Hans Christensen, well- known and respected resident of Custer and Custer township for the past several years, were held on Wednesday afternoon ifrom the Stephens funeral home at ScottviUe with Rev. John Christensen of the Danish church at Ludington officiating.

The theme of his talk was "Let There Be Light;" he chose the topic from remarks which Mr. Ohristensen made during the visits of Rev. Christensen to him during his illness. Mrs. Earl Goff of North Custer sang "Sometime We'll Understand" and "Abide With Me," Mrs.

Dewey Brandenberg playing her accompaniment. Pallbearers were the same as for Mrs. Christensen last May, Robert Nelson, Joseph Laiskonis, L. T. Knowles, Harry Barre, Peter Barre and John Hansen.

Hans Christensen was born in Horlu, Denmark, 80 years ago last July 12. He came to Nebraska in 1884, and on May 10, 1886, was married to Karen Sophia Landgreen, childhood playmate and sweetheart of later years, I who had also come to this coun- try from Denmark and was his i neighbor. Mr. Christensen loved I his wife how he made shoes for her when she was a small child. Following their marriage they went to New Jersey where they lived for awhile and where their eldest child, now Mrs.

Martin Olsen, was born. Later they went to Pennsylvania and then to Minnesota where they lived Waldron. Two other children also broke through the ice but were revived after being taken from the water unconscious. Marquette county board of supervisors decided Wednesday, because of war conditions, to cancel the 1942 county fair. The fair, presented by the county Agricultural association, had been presented for 58 consecutive years.

for 24 years, coming from that state to Michigan. At Garland, Mr. Christensen served as postmaster for nine years, as township clerk for 11 years and homestead inspector for six years. When a young man he learned the milling trade, and when only 17 he chose the life of a sailor and entered the Danish navy. Upon their arrival in Michigan they came first to Victory township and later to Custer where he was engaged in the real estate business.

One of the most happy events in the lives of both Mr. and Mrs. Christensen occurred on May 10, 1936, when they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at their home in Custer with relatives and friends around them. In October Mr. Christensen was taken ill and spent two weeks at Ludington hospital.

Later he entered University hospital at Ann Arbor, where he underwent surgery, returning home seemingly improved. Two weeks later, however, he was again taken ill and passed away on Monday, Jan 12. During his illness he was tenderly cared for by his children and granddaughter. Mrs. James Bresly, R.

N. of Muskegon. Surviving is the daughter, Mrs. Martin Olsen; one son, Gregor of Scottville; two grandsons, Dale and Donald Christensen; two granddaughters, Mrs. James Bresly and Mrs.

Merle Flannery of Muskegon, one step-brother, Hans Hansen, and a community of friends. Custer RNA's Meet The Custer Arbutus camp, Royal Neighbors of America, en- ioyed a very pleasant afternoon at the home of Mrs. Frank Cornstock last Tuesday when they met for their regular meeting. The customary routine of business was carried out; however, due to the bad weather the installation of officers has been postponed until further, notice. Nineteen ladies were present to enjoy the afternoon and the lovely lunch which was served by the hostesses.

On Thursday evening of last week, 17 ladies who are members of the Custer camp drove to Manistee where they were served a delicious 7 o'clock dinner and afterwards witnessed the installation service of the group of officers of the Manistee camp, which was very beautiful in its setting. Work on Quilts In spite of the bad weather and road conditions, a few members of the Ladies' Aid of the Brethren church met at the church in South Custer last Wednesday and spent the day working on the quilts which they have in the frames. bles by the hostesses. Mrs. Fulk received a collective gift from the group.

Those who enjoyed this pleasant evening were Mrs. Don Hackert, Mrs. Frank Claveau, Mrs. Stockhill and Mrs. Jack MacArthur of Scottville, Mrs.

Alfred Wicklund of Fern, Mrs. Mary Wing, Miss Alice Wing, Mrs. Eugene Chadwick, Mrs. Mabel McKenzie and Miss Grace Levis from Custer and the hostesses, Mrs. John VendenHouvel, Mrs.

Charles VandenHeuvel. Mrs. B. T. Hachmuth, Mrs.

Jeff VandenHeuvel and Miss Christine Chadwick. Pinochle Club Meets The Custer Pinochle club met at the Herman Wilson home in South Custer last Friday evening for their regular meeting. At 7 o'clock a most delicious co-operative dinner was enjoyed by the group, and later the evening was spent playing pinochle. Those who are members and enjoy these gatherings are Fri- dav's host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs.

Herman Wilson; Mr. and Mrs. Howard Wing, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Eddy, Miss Alice Wing and Elmer Potter.

Worker Injured in Fall Wednesday Ben Thomas, employe at the Marquette Manufacturing suffered three broken ribs and a spinal injury when he fell 16 feet from a ladder while erecting a motor Wednesday. He was taken to Paulina Stearns hospital where physicians estimated he would be confined for about two weeks. VEHICLES COLLID.E A car driven by R. B. Jepson and a truck driven by Frank Saputo collided at 4:45 p.

m. Wednesday on Filer street near James street. Police said dam- age was nominal. Fountain Village MRS. V.

H. CHANCELLOR, Conmvondent Chamber School DISTRICT NEWS Entertain Friday Mrs. John VandenHeuvel, Mrs. Charles Miss Christena Chadwick and Mrs. B.

T. Hachmuth were co- i hostesses at a pleasant evening i party last Friday when they entertained at the John Vanden- Heuvel home for Mrs. Robert' Fulk of Detroit, who was formerly Miss Gladys Chadwick of Custer. The evening was spent playing pinochle with Mrs. Eugene and Miss Alice Wing receiving high prizes and Mrs.

B. T. Hachmuth and Mrs. Don Hackert low. At the conclusion of the games a lovely luncheon of assorted cakes, sandwiches and coffee was served at small ta- Mr.

and Mrs. Orton Smith and family were Sunday, Jan. 18, dinner guests at the Earl Lexaw. home. There has been no school at Chamber school since the Christ-1 mas vacation, because of the! condition of the drifted roads, Earl Lexaw and Harry Peter- i son butchered last week.

I The Dow Chemical company of Midland has purchased five acres of land from Martin Huizenga and preparation -for drilling of a test well is progressing. Mr. and Mrs. Niel Smith and family, who formerly lived in Menning'er school district, Custer, nave moved into Mrs. Esther Smith's house.

Mrs. Charlotte Gustafson is quite seriously ill. New Zealand is expected to produce about 150,000 tons of cheese in the present season. Aunt of Local Persons Passes Zeke Borema and James Thatcher received word Tuesday of the death of their aunt, Mrs. Annabelle M.

Averill, age 89 years, of Conklin, who passed away Monday lohowmg a short illness. Mrs. Averill was the sister of the late Fred A. Thatcher, prominent business man of Fountain for many years. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, from the Clock-Nollar funeral home in Ravenna.

Mrs. Averill had visited here several times and had made several friends, who are glad to have known this splendid woman of early pioneer days. Mrs. Averill had lived in Chester township in Muskegon county for 76 years. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs.

C. E. Alberts of Muskegon, Mrs. Olive Harrison of Grand Rapids add three sons, Ross, of Wauconda. Lee W.

of Grand Rapids, and Judd of Conklin, and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Borema and brother, James Thatcher, who had visited their a'unt a few months ago, were unable to attend the funeral services. Name Officers and Directors of Fountain Bank FOUNTAIN The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Fountain State bank was held Tuesday afternoon. Jan.

13, in the bank building. The following officers and directors were elected: President, Henry Arp; vice president. Fred W. Reek; cashier, Howard J. Gregory; directors, H.

C. Arp, F. W. Reek. H.

J. Gregory. Dr. C. M.

Spencer and Ivy Gregory. Mrs. Leonard Passes H. J. Gregory returned Sunday from Kenosha.

where he was called Friday because of the death of his sister. Mrs. Charles A. Leonard. Mrs.

Leonard passed away early Thursday morning in a hospital in Kenosha, where she had been a patient only a few days. Mrs. Leonard is survived by her husband and two grown sons, besides Mr. Gregory of this place and a sister and two other brothers. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon in First Methodist church of Kenosha- burial was also in that city.

The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr. Gregory in the loss of his sister. Students Enjoy Party The pupils of Fountain Methodist church school enjoyed their regular monthly party Saturday afternoon. The young people had a gay time at a coasting party, supervised by Miss Irene Wahr. At four o'clock the group went to the church social rooms where lunch, with Mrs.

H. J. Gregory in charge, was greatly enjoyed. Employers have paid more than $16,000,000 in wage restitution to about 500,000 employes working under the Federal Wage arid Hour Law. THE MUSICAL AUCTIONEER Plays 1600 Tunes.

Hear Him at Palm's Furniture Auctions, 2 p. m. and 8 p. m. Daily.

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Try Carter's Little Liver Pills. Let these tiny pills help bring back the grand and glorious feeling that goes with regularity and sec if they don't help you feel better from your head to your toes. Don't put it off. Ask your druggist for Carter's Little Liver Pills today and take aa directed. But be sure to get the genuine Carter's Little Liver Pills -10f and hr fafephoom and growth OOMPHY fe lu IB ol NeUomd Defense an nody to wive." MKHUK ASSOCIATED TELEPHONE COMPANY TIMES TONIGHT- Last Complete Show 8:45 Tonight.

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Visit your nearest A-G grocer not only Tor your breakfast needs, but for the food for every menu. Tht ol Champloni WHEATIES QUAKER OATS RALSTON FOOD FAMO PANCAKE FLOUR KARO SYRUP Bta.uw PINEAPPLE JUICE TOMATO JUICE HEKMAN'S BUTTER COOKIES SHURFINE COFFEE 47 ox, CM 46 oz. cm 10c 22c 23c ck 25c 13c 29c 17c 17C VIKING COFFEE fb.soc Del Monte COFFEE pound can 29c Del Monte PEACHES No. 21c coooy coooy PEAS 2-'2 5' DEL MONTE CREAM STYLE Golden Bantam or Country 2- 25c CORN SEASIDE LIMA BEANS 2 ct, 2 19e FIRST CALL TOMATOES 25c FANCY BLUE ROSE RICE 3 20C OYSTER CRACKERS 12c; 2 Ibs. 22c FRENCH'S MUSTARD WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE KRAFT CHEESE CIGARETTES it SALT1NES 9 ox.

5 ot. bottle 15C 2 it. 65c 1.19 lb. box MOTHER'S BEST FLOUR lb i.ck 1.07 CAMPBELL'S TOMATO SOUP 3 20 FARINA Light or Dark, has tSUC SPAM For Spam and Eggs 12 ox. can 35c SHURFINE SALAD DRESSING LIBBY'S CORNED BEEF MACARONI or SPAGHETTI SHURFINE NOODLES NORTHERN TOWELS Fruits-Vegetables 7c 6 qiurt 12 oz.

can lb. pkg. 2 2 35c 25c 19c stalks 2for25C BANANAS, Yellow lb. GRAPEFRUIT, Texas Seedless for ORANGES, Florida Juice doz. APPLES, Eating 9 Ibs.

CELERY. A 0 stalks HEAD LETTUCE, Jumbo Heads fl for BROCCOLI, large bunch SWEET POTATOES, BAGAS, Waxed Ibs. GREEN PEPPERS, Large each CARROTS, bunch SPINACH Ib l0c Ibs. 3 lbs lOc I9c Meats PORK LOIN ROAST, Rib end, lb. PORK CHOPS, Rib ends lb.

NECK BONES, lbs. FRESH GROUND BEEF, LA.JB STEW, SIDE PORK, 23c 120c bb '28c LIVER SAUSAGE, Fresh or Smoked lb. SUMMER SAUSAGE, PORK SAUSAGE, Bulk lb, KRAUT, lh. CNICS OYSTERS, SMOKED FISH AND FRESH TROUT. Due to.

the government curtailment of tires our deliveries will be held to two in the morning and two in the after-noon. To get goods delivered in the morning orders must be in by 10:30 a. m. and in the afternoon by 3:30 p. m.

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