The Ludington Daily News from Ludington, Michigan • Page 5

SATURDAY, AUG. 20, 1949 THE DAILY NEWS, LUDINGTON, MICHIGAN SCOTTVILLE News from Mason County's Second Largest City and Agricultural and Dairying Center MRS. FRANK BARCLAY, Correspondent Telephone; Office, No. 1. Home, 142-F-14 Animal Pathologist to Be Picnic Speaker Dr.

Glen pathologist, speaker at W. 'Reed, animal will the be principal annual dairy picnic of Mason County Dairy and Farm Services Co-operative at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Dr. Reed will discuss disease GLEN W.

control with particular emphasis on mastitis control. He will also discuss it. relates to disease control. The picnic will be held at the H. P.

Anderson Son'farm seven and a half miles north of Scottville. Members and nonmembers are invited to bring food to share in potluck fashion. Mr. Anderson, who is a Brown Swiss breeder, has invited Raymond Traynor, secretary of Michigan Brown Swiss Breeders' association, to attend. Allisons Return from Nebraska Trip Mr.

and Ms. Delbert Allison and Mr. and Mrs. Orla Allison and son Jim returned to their homes Thursday evening after a highly interesting and most enjoyable trip to Nebraska. Leaving Scottville Aug.

8, they drove to Omaha, where they were guests'one night of Joseph Troyer. The Allisons spent four days at Beaver Crossing and were guests of Mr; and Mrs. William Miller and family. One, of the high- lights of their trip was the rodeo which they attended at Burwell, the third largest rodeo in the world. They drove home by the way of the Iron mountains and crossed the straits at St.

Ignace, concluding a trip which will be long remembered by the five Allisons. Rev. Robert Pierce Will Be Speaker The Rev. Mr. Robert B.

Pierce of Indianapolis, and Bpworth Heights, pastor of one of the largest churches in Indiana, will be guest speaker at Scottville Rotary club evening. meeting Monday On former occasions the Rev. Mr. Pierce has proved to be a most interesting and inspiring speaker. Visitors will be welcome at the meeting.

Honor Geo. Brown at Picnic Dinner Honoring George Brown of Victory, who was observing his 81st birthday anniversary Sunday, a most enjoyable affair took place at Ludington State park in celebration of the occasion. For a number of years these celebrations have been anticipated as annual events. A bountiful picnic dinner was served with two beautifully decorated birthday cakes 'bearing Bits of History about Scottville In the AugV.24, issue of cottville Enterprise: "Pittard Bros, threshed 149 Ewing farm 15 minutes." in one hour and And in the Aug. 25, 1898, issue of the same paper: "The new ME church in Victory will be dedicated Sept.

4. This will be an event which will draw a large number of church people." Also in the Aug. 25, 1898, issue: "The third annual picnic of Indiantown Pioneer association has passed into history and to Xsay that it wa's successful, expresses outcome. The people were d'r'aWn thither by the memories of their associations, associations amid the struggles and privations a quarter of a century "The splendid equipages, well appareled people, baskets and boxes filled to repletion with the best and choicest viands the land affords tells the story of trnatetrial revolution. Never in jail of our experience have we witnessed so muoh attention paid to the utterances of the various speakers, a fact that demonstrates the invaluable agency of the 'lettle red It tells us that the intellectual affairs of the community are keeping pace with the material.

The Scottville Military assisted by the Custer Cornet band discoursed its finest music. The boys are a credit to the community. "When we say that Judge the Rev. Mr. Mills, Attorney Hutton, A.

A. Keiser and H. S. Gray delivered the orations, it is saying that the efforts were all that could be desired. "The program rendered by representatives of Arbutus camp, Royal Neighbors of America, was excellent and consisted of a reading by Mrs.

J. B. Tracey. a recitation by Miss Purcell and one by Mrs. T.

Smith. "The Wilson Corner choir, composed of Mrs. John Qris- wold, Miss Landon. Ben Wilson and John Griswold, rendered several beautiful selections, while Mrs. Griswold delivered a recitation in her usual excellent manner.

"At conclusion of the program the annual election of officers took place, resulting as follows: President, J. A. Bryant: secretary-treasurer, Leroy McClure; chairman of executive committee, W. E. candles being dinner.

features of the The afternoon was spent visiting, swimming and playing baseball. Mr. Brown was the recipient of many gifts. The group also enjoyed supper at the park. Those present for-the eventful afternoon included Mr.

and Mrs. Lawrance Brown and daughter Lorna 'Dee and son LaVerne of Scottville; Mr. and Mrs. Emil Bengtson and Mr. and Mrs." Harry Haller of Ludington; Mr.

and Mrs. Joseph Albright and family of Riverton; and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Brown and family, Mr. and Mrs.

Lester Sterley and family, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Sterley and family, Mr. and Mrs. Vern Nelson and family, Devere Sterley, Miss Laurena Sterley and the guest of honor, George Victory.

Hamilton Family to Have Reunion Mr. and. Mrs. Orve Pittard will be among the members of the Frank Hamilton family at a family reunion Sunday at Ludington State Park. There are 120 direct descendants of this pioneer family and a great many of these will be nresent at the event.

One sister, Lottie, now Mrs. Stanley Harwood of Naperville, will not be able to come because of illness. Among those from away are the Rev. Mr. and Mrs.

M. C. Bishop of GrLffls, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Hammial and daughter Mary of Plymouth, Hamilton -and daughter Jean, Mr.

and Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Nellie Chesebor- ough and Mrs. Jennv Hazard and family of Grand Rapids. Members living in Mason county are Scott, William and Charles Hamilton of Ludington, E.

D. Hamilton of Amber and Mrs. Orve Pittard of Scottville. Veterans' Group Enjoys Farm Tour The veterans' group undei the leadership of Llyod Prescott, instructor in the Veterans institute, enjoyed a most instructive as well as interesting day Wednesday, wnen a tour was made of the Bruce Stuart farm, formerly the Arthur Anderson farm near Lost lake. This farm lends itself to various types of farming and is ideal for complete conservation practices.

At the beginning of the tour, land capabilities and proper land use were discussed. Terracing, contour farming and strip contour farming were shown at one stop. At another stop the group saw low ground that had been drained, but still was quite brushy and stumpy, cleared, brushed and seeded to some desirable pasture grass. In another field, grass land rotation for steep and eroded areas were topics of discussion. At another stop, all capabilities were reviewed from, one area, with seven different projects and possibilities vieweo.

from that one place. General discussion of pasture renovating 'pasture improvement, terracing to protect steep areas, seeding, fertilizing and liming programs were studied- The planting of trees on steep and eroded areas, gully control, and management of gully areas were discussed. Before leaving on the tour the group enjoyed a dinner at the school. On Tuesday the Veterans' institute group attended a soil saving bee held in Osceola county, where many of the practices being studied here were put to use. Annual Picnic Held by Society The Amber Mis.sionary society held their annual picnic at Amber grove Thursday afternoon with a delicious potluck dinner.

Mrs. Chris Haahr and Mrs. Jay Cooper arranged for the coffee and cream. Following the dinner Mrs. George V.

Felt conducted the devotional hour, reading from the Scripture and also from a book of daily devotions Mrs. Martin Andersen conducted a number of interesting games and contests and a social hour was enjoyed. Mrs. C. E.

Hubbell. president of the society, conducted a short business session durinsr which it was announced that Mrs. Grace Pehrson, a. long-time member of the had remembered the society with a generous sum in her will. Mrs.

Kenneth Cloud, who recently has moved into the community, became a member at this meeting. The day also was the birthday anniversary of Mrs. Jay Cooper and for her pleasure Mrs. G. V.

Felt had made a lovely birthday cake, which was served as the women sang "Happy 1 Extension CItib Plans Displays Members of Riverton Extension Club No. 1 met at the home of Mrs. Elmer Slaple Thursday evening with Mesdames Harry Patterson and Max Rahn as co- hostesses. The business meeting was conducted by the president, Mrs. Emmett Griffon.

Discussions centered around the plans for the exhibits at Western Michigan fair and Achievement day. Various were appointed to take care of arrangements. Following' the business session a social hour was enjoyed. The co-hostesses served delectable tray refreshments to the quests. Vase of flowers had been placed throughout the rooms, adding their touch of color.

A meeting for county leaders will take place at Scottville Community hall Sept. 27. East Riverton be SUNDAY-MONDAY-TUESDAY SHOWS P. Donald Duck News LAST TIMES Feature Program GLORIA JEAN iwn FMIKIS wfim Plus Cai-toon STAILICW BiACKJACX the meeting place Oct. 4 when "Legal Phase No.

2," which is continuation from the discussion last year will be held. This meeting will be open to the public with persons interested cordially invited to attend. A potluck dinner will be served at this affair. Hold Final Rites for Joseph Vanas Funeral services for Joseph died Aug. 13, were held Wednesday from Carr Settlement church, The body was taken from Stephens funeral chapel to the church at Carr Settlement, where the services were held with the Rev.

Orville Sameson of the Christian church at Baldwin officiating. Following the the body was taken to the McCumber cemetery for burial. Grandsons of Mr. Vanas who were pallbearers included Joseph Vanas, Arthur Vanas, Andrew Joria, Edward Vanas Jr. Walter Szalkowski and LeRoy Vanas.

Among those attending the funeral services were Mr. ahfl Mrs. Joseph Vanas II and sons Joseph and Arthur and daughter Charlotte of Carrs, Mr. and Mrs. Roy J.

Vanas and Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Vanas of Muskegon, Mrs. Kamilla Joria and sons Andrew and David and daughter Shirley, Mrs. Barbara Vanas Gollop, Mr.

and Mrs. Walter Szalkowski and son Walter, Mrs. George Wayward and son George, Mrs. Joseph Markalonia and Mr. and Mrs.

Joseph Bender, all of Irons. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Vanas and son Clarence, Mr. and Mi's.

William Vanas and sons Clarence and Kenneth and daughters Lorraine and Lenore, Mr. and Mrs. William Vanas Jr. arid baby, Mrs. Patricia Viletta and Janet Newton, all of Luther, Mr.

and Mrs. Gordon Prosgak and daughter Amy and son Gordon Midland; Mrs. Emily Ray and son Charles Klatz and Joseph Boyer of Branch, Miss Marianne Vanas of Chicago. Mr. and Mrs.

Edward Vanas and sons of Carr Settlement. Mrs. Hclenius Enterfairts WSCS The Woman's Society of Christian Service of Bethel met Thursday with Mrs. Arnanda Oxbow lake resort. The house has just been remodeled and refurnished and the women enjoyed seeing the Improvements as well as enjoying the many antiques, among which Is a coffee pot.

which is said to be 300 years old. In the absence of the president, Miss Linda Bahr presided during the business session. The devotional hour was conducted by Mrs. A. Bengston.

During the afternoon the group tied a quilt and tourist guests helped with the sewing and the work of the afternoon. Delicious refreshments were served. Arc House (Quests nt Carl Oirhm Home Guests who'arrived Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Qulnn Include Mr.

Quinn's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kilgour. their daughter Mrs. Fern Dehmey and her daughter Sandra and Mrs.

Herbert Oroesbeck, all of Marshall. Due to the unexpected illness of Mrs. Kilgour. the guests will remain for an indefinite period. Included in the group of weekend guests of Mr.

and Mrs. Quinn were Mrs. Jennie Phillips of Jacksonville, and Mrs. Maggie Guld of Cadillac. Mrs.

Quid's son William and his daughter Betty of Grand Rapids were dinner guests Sunday at the Qulnn home. All of these guests left Sunday afternoon following their enjoyable visit. SCOTTVILLE NEWS BRIEFS Mr. and iVIrs. Norton Baker of Adrian are guests for a few days of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr.

and Mrs. Leslie Bragg. Miss Bertha Cooper of Lurt- ington i.s the week with her brother Jay Cooper and family of Amber. Mrs. Inffa Scavcrs of Shorewood.

left Saturday morning for Cadillac, whore she will visit relatives. She has been spending the past week with her sister, Mrs. Frank Barclay. Mr.s. Arthur Abrahamson of Ludington a their guest Thursday.

.1 White, who is employed at Percy Jones hospital in Battle Creek, spending the week- end with his mother, Mrs. Ddna White. Jimmy Gleason returned to home Friday after spending a few days with Ronald and Roger Fredericks at the Clarence Fredericks home. Mr. and Mrs.

Robert Donald' son and son Stephen of Kalamazoo left today after spending the week with Mr. and Mrs. Max Jenks and son Tom and daughte: Sally Ann. Mr. and Donaldson and Stephen arrived Monday to aid In the celebration of Tom's birthday that evening.

ANTIQUE SHOW TRAVERSE CITY (ff) Traverse City's first major antique show in many years opens today and continues through Monday at the Coliseum. VACATION FUNDS! You may be one of the many thousands who will vacation by automobile this summer. But no matter how you travel, we recommend carrying American Express Travelers Cheques. You can buy them here for only 75tf per $100, and they provide full protection. If lost, stolen or destroyed, prompt refund will be made.

These cheeses are known and accepted like cash, everywhere. Your signature is the only identification needed. THE LUDINGTON STATE BANK Member F. D. I.

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