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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1966
Page
1
An article warns of rising accidental carbon monoxide poisonings and urges preventive steps. It notes cars and defective heaters as common sources and stresses annual exhaust checks, opening a window, and turning off engines when parked to avoid deadly exposure.
Farm Management agent Russell Howes outlines a new investment credit and depreciation rules. A 7 percent credit is suspended Oct 9 1966 to Dec 31 1967 limiting max credit to 1400 on investments under 20000. Gas tax credits of 4 cents per gallon apply for July 1 1965 to Dec 31 1966 and are entered on Form 1040. File timely with Form 4136. deadline by April 17 1967. IRS Mt. Pleasant to provide details.
Robert Lee Penny, a Larrys Gulf station employee, was severely cut in a test drive accident at 213 E St St. Keith Kertis, an ambulance driver from Pontiac, applied pressure to stop the bleeding and allegedly saved Penny's life. Penny is in good condition at Clare General Hospital.
The Incredible Wimpey clown will perform as a Thanksgiving special for elementary pupils with two assemblies. The first show is at 9:00 for grades K and 1 2 and 5. The second show is at 10:00 for grades K 4 5 and 6.
County disaster officials from thirty counties in Michigan including the Upper Peninsula report severe feed shortages after last summer's drought. Frank Light, chairman of the State Disaster Committee, notes Clare County has applied for federal aid and a reply is expected soon. The committee surveys the drought area to assess needs and will forward recommendations to Secretary of Agriculture Orville L. Freeman. In declared emergency areas, government feed stocks may be sold to eligible livestock men below the statutory minimum price.
Consumers Power Company renewed a $100 reward for information leading to convictions of anyone whose careless gunfire causes power outages. A Midland area incident left a power line near the ground, sparked fire and molten metal, risking electrocution to bystanders. The firm says vandalism disrupts homes and essential services including hospitals and police and fire departments.
The Michigan State Police announce hires for women for the first time in history. Initially two policewomen will serve in community relations and juvenile work, as five positions were authorized this year. Applications accepted at the State Civil Service Department in Lansing until 5 p.m. on Monday November 14.
Aboard near 211 East Second Clare, six year old Joseph Allen Akers died after being run over while playing by the street. His brother was injured as a wagon was being pulled by 12 year old Ronald Akers. Driver Ora Koch, 22, was hospitalized in shock after the collision.
Clare High School Thespians present All The Young Rebels on December 2 under Mrs. Ida Long. The production, by Thomas Wucetich and tied to the National Thespian Society, explores juvenile delinquency with symbolism and moments of humor amid tragedy. Cast includes Tim White Tim Harding Joé Casteel Brenda Notter Jean Witbeck Carolyn Burdo Bob Underal ds and others totaling over 40. An eyewitness reported to Clare Police Chief Roger Depue.
Mid Michigan Community College eyes a fall 1967 opening using district high schools for initial classes with a new campus possibly ready by fall 1968. Dr. Eugene Gillaspy noted a corrected timeline after an earlier error and outlined phased expansion pending state approval.
Correspondents sent in their weekly news earlier than usual this week. Appreciation goes to Nellie Jordan Southeast Sheridan Etta Cluley Rosebush Mrs W Farrell and Mrs Paul Cole W Gilmore for their prompt contributions.
The Clare Jaycees won the bid to relocate the Jaycee State Headquarters on September 24 but the state Jaycee Executive Committee voted on November 18 to keep the headquarters in Lansing. The contest drew bids from Charlotte, Mr Pleasant, Howell, Lansing, and Clare with Clare prevailing in a runoff, a choice praised for potential local benef its and business to Clare.
Clare County sheriff reports a calm deer hunting season with no accidents or missing hunters. Two deer thefts are noted: a tagged buck taken from a camp in Bertha Lake and another from Dennis Rippe’s auto. State and local efforts yield arrests of poachers in Oceana, Delta, Iron, and a Jackson family found guilty with fines, license suspensions, and probation.
The Rebekah and I0.0.F. Lodges held a joint program after their regular sessions on Tuesday evening. Mrs. Iva Fisher welcomed attendees, and past noble grands introduced themselves with the years they served. Members present included Alba Lyness Fannie Yeoman Nellie Jordan Charles Wilcox Olive Irwin Carrie Mickle and others. Floyd Woodworth presented past grand officers Carl Strouse James Yeoman Bill Artcliff Joe Turn to Page A-16.
The State Highway Department will distribute snow removal aid to counties but Glare county does not qualify due to insufficient snow. Across the mid-M Michigan area other counties with deeper accumulations receive aid as statewide snowfall averages 30 inches below last winter. Glare county records 44 inches while statewide totals lag.
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