Water Aplenty but Well Supply Is Short
State Health Director argues Michigan has ample water from Great Lakes and rivers though ground water is insufficient in some growing areas. Cities must finance large, distant piping projects. a few larger communities often fund and sell water to others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Heustis
M.D
Michigan
Great Lakes
Grand Rapids
Lake Michigan
Detroit
Lake Huron
Flint
Charolais beef to show at state fair
Charolais beef cattle, imported from France, will be exhibited at the Michigan State Fair with 24 Michigan breeders in the American International Charolais Association. The breed is noted for fast growth and promises to be a highlight among new entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
United States
Michigan
Big Brothers Organization Plans Agency Start
A group of 16 men from Harrison Farwell and Clare met at Clare city hall on Wednesday evening June 28 aiming to establish a Big Brother Agency. The meeting discussed organization setup and future duties for mentors in the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison, Farwell
Clare
Clare City Hall
Clare Hospital Fund Drive Seeks $600000 by August 1968
Laurence Jackson Jr. heads a 45 mile radius citizen group to raise 600000 for Clare Osteopathic Hospital’s second building stage. The fire marshal has ordered the old wing closed this August leaving a 33 bed shortfall and raising concern over future needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Osteopathic Hospital
Laurence Jackson, Jr
Clare Hospital Fund Drive Incorporated
Jackson
Clare
Frank T. laGoe
Citizens Bank & Trust Co
Joseph Grim
Farwell News
Art Damoth
Clare Insurance
Robert Beacom
Beacom-Sealtest Dairy
Snow Sleet And Salt Plans By State Highways Engineers
State engineers prepare for winter by planning snow and salt use. Last winter saw 280212 tons of salt spread on 9200 miles of roads averaging 30 tons per mile. A community appeal similar to United Fund will raise funds over three years, aiming for a $60 per household total within Clare Hospital’s 45 mile service area. Drive ends by September 1 with headquarters at 102 W Fifth Street Clare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of State Highways
Michigan
Jackson
United Fund
Community Chest
Clare Hospital
C.H.F.D
W. Fifth Street
Clare
Collecting antiques grows as a popular hobby and attic finds
A nostalgic look at antiques expanding in modern times, with notes on value and preservation. Auction insight from Jim Sykora explains why some everyday old items become valuable, and how century old pieces differ from newer relics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Sykora
Clare
Mildew Threat in Warm Damp Summer Weather
The article explains mildew as a growth from molds, needing moisture and heat to thrive. It notes mildew forms on many surfaces, causes damage, and leaves a musty odor in closed spaces during muggy conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tropics
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Big Brothers Organization
Set For Duty
Shade
Malcolm Feighner
Sentinel
Deane Se
Rand
Acieeying
Arut
Nebag
Guys and Dolls
Central Michigan University
Keith Allen
CMU
Richard Beal
Frankenmuth
Pat Boyd
Bloomfield Hills
Ed Dudo
Don Callihan
Coleman
Michael Tate
Tim Kahler
Roseville
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