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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1973
Page
9
Police will strictly enforce bike night lighting after a fatal crash and injuries among youths in Clare Michigan. Editor Alfred Bransdorfer and staff urge riders to use a white headlight and red taillight or reflector and wear light clothing for visibility.
Thursday Mt Pleasant farmers market draws a diverse crowd with fruit and vegetables and a community vibe. The piece suggests Clare consider starting a market to bring neighbors together and offer fresh produce at better prices.
Lansing officials study Detroit reports showing a rise in compact and foreign car sales while standard and luxury models slip. Experts warn changing consumer choices may impact Michigan tax revenue, a side effect of environmental vehicle emission requirements and the pace of Washington crash programs.
The piece links Watergate to potential federal campaign spending limits and disclosure rules. It notes a Senate bill proposing $3000 individual limits, occupation disclosure for large donors, and spending caps. The second part recalls a Port Huron weekend visit and a St. Stephen Alumni party with family misgivings about attending.
The piece discusses a proposed system where general election spending would be funded by public money with caps for house 25000 senate 70000 and presidential 100000, plus rules for national committees. Senators Scott and Kennedy push for public funds while the plan against primary campaigns and concerns over details linger.
A narrator recalls a small Legion post dance with few dancers and many memories. He chats with old friends and wives about families, faith, and the era, noting nine children, eight, four, and three, while joking about overpopulation and a raincoat on the dance floor.
A new statute bans transporting open bottles or cans of alcohol in a vehicle’s passenger compartment replacing a weaker rule. Police plan to enforce when an open container is seen or apparent consumption occurred, with discretion in applying the law.
The State Highway Department adds 1,348 new no passing zones to 7,494 existing ones as lower car profiles reduce road visibility. Legislation tightens petition drives to 180 days. earlier 90 day plan was altered after Gov Milliken’s veto threat. The change affects efforts to challenge laws or amend the constitution.
Gas mileage dropped as industry installed devices and demand shifted to larger cars. Dealers report sales of compact and foreign economy cars rising while larger models gain ground through discounts. Michigan faces potential loss of tax income affecting road work and education funding. Agricultural outlook improves with soybeans setting a record and harvest projections up for corn, wheat, oats, and hay.
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