Published In:
Ann Arbor News, December 7, 1955
Caption:
CENTURIAN PLUS TWO: John J. Empie of 615 Church St. today was observing his 102nd birthday with a cake and refreshments for relatives and friends who were calling at the Empie home. Empie, who says he has voted in every presidential election since he was 21, was born Dec 7., 1853, in New York City. Last January he observed his 71st wedding anniversary. Mrs. Empie is 88.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, December 5, 1957
Caption:
HE'S 104 TODAY: J. J. Empie is observing his 104th birthday today at his 615 Church St. home. A few relatives and friends are coming tonight for a birthday dinner. Among congratulatory messages Empie has received is one from President Eisenhower.