Cutting Horse Contest At State Fair
The Michigan State Fair will host the National Open Cutting Horse Contest at the Grand Stand on September 4 and 5. State Fair general manager Donald L. Swanson said hundreds of entries are expected from across the country, with strong interest from Ohio, Illinois, Indiana and Texas. Elton C. McLachlan of the agricultural exhibits division noted the event is open to any breed. Each horse has two go rounds to cut a steer from a herd of about 2v. Eliminations occur on September 4 with ten horses advancing to finals.
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Donald L. Swanson
Ohio
Illinois
Indiana
Texas
Michigan
National Cutting Horse Association
Elton C. McLachlan
State Parks Awaiting Big Improvement Plan
The Conservation Department seeks a 2.5 million dollar parks improvement program for 1959 60 pending House action and Governor Williams decision. Funded by bonds retired from park permit fees the plan targets campgrounds toilets water sewerage and access roads across 38 parks including 16 with campsite cuts this year.
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Conservation Department
Senate
House
G. Mennen Williams
Penetrating Wood Seals Best for Home Floors
Expert from Michigan State University recommends penetrating wood seals for floors over varnish. He notes three seal types: deep oil-like seals needing fillers for oak, pore-sealing coats needing two or three applications, and varnish-based surface seals that show scratches. The preferred second type dries level, patches easily, and blends with original finish.
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Jessie Larion
Michigan State ‘University
Marion
U M Education Sees Surge in Teaching Interest
University of Michigan School of Education reports growth in teaching as a career with provisional teaching certificates rising from 387 in 1953-54 to 950 in 1958-59. Undergraduate enrollment up 15 percent and male education enrollment up 30 percent. 596 master's and 25 doctorates awarded in education last year.
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Willard C. Olson
University of Michigan School of Education
U-M
Style Show Continues With Local Models Featured
Coleman presented fashions with narrator Mrs. William Sykess and models including Mrs. Joy Broka, Vic ky Broka, Madeline Porte, Karidy Rank, and Alex Alexander. Models from Clare and Midland joined, with narrations by Mrs. Willard Bicknell and Mrs. Mazie Mayer. A Davy Inc show showcased back to school outfits as dainty refreshments and door prizes followed the grand finale.
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Coleman
William Sykess
Joy Broka
Vicky Broka
Madeline Porte
Karidy Rank
Alex Alexander
Clare Hac
Carol
Gail Brugger
Marvel Bathke
Lyness
Lola Rank
Carol Dutcher
Norma Lee Bruner
Midland
Pauline Whiteside
Clare
Willard Bicknell
Davy, Inc
Mazie Mayer
Ann Elden
Lee Thering
Vicki Alexander
Carol Witbeck
Jim Brugger
Gary Jones
Mark Pifer
Barbara Thering
Joan Lewis
Anderson
Colman
Divorces Not Easy In Michigan
Michigan courts view divorce as a grave step with eight statutory grounds. Adultery, impotency at marriage, imprisonment three years or more, desertion two years, habitual drunkenness, seeking divorce in another state by the other party, extreme cruelty, and non-support are cited as valid grounds.
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Michigan
Robert Bogan Named Community Relations Manager at Monsanto Plant
Robert T. Bogan son of Mr and Mrs G R Bogan is appointed community relations manager for the Springtiere Massachusetts plant of Monsanto Chemical Company announced by Allen G Bruman plant manager. Bogan will direct programs with news media plant tours public speaking and employee relations and community involvement. He was born in Rosebush earned a BS in chemical engineering from Michigan State University and a masters from the University of Michigan. He joined Monsanto in 1947.
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Robert T. Bogan
G. R. Bogan
Springtiere, Massachusetts
Monsanto Chemical Company
Allen G. Bruman
Bogan
Mcity
Rosebush
Michigan State ‘University
University of Michigan
Monsanto
Isabella County Celebrates Centenary With Parade and Fair Program
Isabella County marks its 100th anniversary with a Centennial Parade and a special program at the county fair on Centennial Day August 18. The history recalls the 1854 arrival of Joseph Roberts and Fanning as the first families, the 1860 census, and early county organization led by Isaac Fancher. Citizens are invited to join the celebration.
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Isabella County
Joseph Roberts
Ae Fanning
Shepherd
Salt River
Algo
Isaac Fancher
Mt. Pleasant
Board of Supervisors
John Hursh
Charles Taylor
Carrie Kilbourn
William R. Robinson
Wise
Tsabella
Michigan
Central Michigan University
New Stamp Tribute To SCS Farmers
Clare County soil conservation district supporters and interested readers can buy a 4 cent soil conservation stamp starting August 27. The Post Office prints 120 million copies to honor conservation farmers and districts with a 3 color farm image, issued in Rapid City SD on August 26. A first day cover option allows mailed envelopes with remittance to receive a special cancellation.
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Clare Soil Conservation District
Kenneth ‘Tweedy
J. Clare County
Soil
Post’ Office Department
Tweedy
Rapid City
South Dakota
Clare
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Office’ of Civil and Defense Mobilization
Battle Creek
Mich
Michigan State
McEwan
Robert Bogan
Lounty
The
Citizens State Bank
J. Stuart Bicknell
Federal Reserve System
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Clare and
NSU
Maxhauss I Edranc
Pace Efosito
SCS
City OF
Police and Justice
Fire Department
Gabe
America
Green Bay
Wisconsin
Jean Nicolet
Nicolet
Quebec
Anderson College
Clare Church of God
West Sixth Street
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