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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1961
Page
13
Ren ny C. B. RIEDEL notes that the famous telephone phrase Number, Please originated in Chicago around 1895. Earlier operators answered with What do you want Hello Number or What number, and the Bell System adopted the words in 1904 marking a long tradition of courteous service.
An article explains that most telephones now display an Area Code on the dial. The area code identifies country sections and helps calls to distant locations go through faster, whether dialed directly or via an operator, while local calls remain unaffected.
A new seven ounce battery operated artificial larynx from Bell Telephone Laboratories aids those who have lost vocal use. Two types emulate a man’s or a woman’s voice and the device will be sold on a nonprofit basis. For information call the Michigan Bell business office.
The weekly advice column says there is no problem with a 13 year old reader liking two boys Ralph 16 and Bill 15. The writers urge self choice and independence, noting many girls would like such a situation and suggesting to enjoy both relationships without deferring to friends.
State Police provisional figures show Michigan ended 1960 with 1,589 traffic deaths, up 122 from 1959. December deaths were 140, lowest for the month since 1951, with total accidents rising six percent to 210,000 and injuries jumping 39 percent to 90,000 amid broader increases in mileage and registered vehicles.
Sgt C R McKnight, a Bay City Force Recruiter, says the Air Force is seeking veterans for enlistment under a new prior service program. The plan uses a two grade scale based on technical skills and discharge grade with dependents, and allows choice of area or base assignment, with options for overseas areas or technical schools.
A weekly editor warns readers about classified ads selling vending machine routes owned by non Michigan firms. Agents promise machines stock and sites with little money and time. Many lose savings time and energy when the company is absent or judgment proof. Check with local resident agent in Michigan and verify with the Michigan Corporation and Securities Commission.
Price report from Clare livestock sale shows cattle categories with ranges for slaughter steers heifers cows and bulls, plus stockers feed ers calves and feeder lambs. Markets list prime good and utility grades with price bands across weight classes and animal types.
The annual Clare county Soil Conservation District meeting elected two new directors, Robert Clure of Clare was re elected for a second term and Tony Bowen of Marion was elected to replace Dorothy Collins. Quiz contest winners included Mort Shea Jr with 21 points and top finishers June Haller Eunice Watters Bonnie Humphrey Alice Streeter. Prize drawings were held with many winners, prizes donated by local businesses and groups.
Michigan State University announces Farmers Week Jan 30 to Feb 3 with 75 programs and 230 participants. A highlight is Wednesday at Jenison Fieldhouse featuring five former agriculture secretaries discussing Agriculture in an Uneasy World. The panel includes Milon Grinnell Carroll Streeter Loren Soth and Dale Hathaway. Various farm groups meet, service awards are presented, and week long exhibits plus campus transportation are scheduled.
The Soil Conservation Service office assisting Clare Soil Conservation District has moved from the basement of Harrison County Courthouse to the Holcomb Building at 450 S First St Harrison. Best contact time is 8:00 to 8:30 am, Monday through Friday.
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