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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1962
Page
2
The annual Twirp Week wrapped up with the Junior Class enforcing new rules including a freckle day fine and girls carrying boys’ books between classes. The week, unique to the year, drew strong reactions as enforcement raised tensions among students.
Dorothy Wood reports David Kelley son of Mr and Mrs Russell Kelley Route 3 Shepherd received an I rating at the State Solo and Ensemble Saturday March 24 The event was held at the CMA Music Building David played his solo at 6 00 AM as the first trombone soloist Judge Mr Swanson noted the achievement This was his first State Solo and Ensemble entry Dave valued listening to other soloists and felt pleased along with fellow band students.
Spring brings the Jr. and Sr. Prom to be held April 28, 1962 with the Moon River theme. The Orchestra Committee arranged to feature 5 pieces of a 15 piece ensemble from Central Michigan University called the Swing Chips. Co chairs are Karen Williams and Peggy Stone with Bonnie McShock, Bette Travis, and Ann Stalter.
Bruce Marshall announces the Varsity Rotary Variety Show to be held April 13 and 14 in Shepherd High Gym. The Rotary Club teams with the Varsity Club for The Rotary-Varsity Review of 62 with prize drawings from popcorn sack numbers. Merchants donate merchandise. last year’s show was a success and a good turnout is expected.
A Down Chemical Company representative visited Midland to urge students to pursue chemistry. A movie in the gym showcased chemistry wonders followed by a talk about careers, highlighting a scientist shortage and available positions.
The article discusses evidence linking tobacco use to cancer and notes studies in Reykjavik and Venice finding heavy smokers suffer higher death rates from lung cancer. It argues air pollution is unlikely the sole cause and emphasizes smoking as a contributing factor.
The 20th annual TB Speaking Project announced Shepherd High School winners Irene Moeggenberg Sue Behrend and Anita Fairchilds. Director Mrs Don Carr leads the program with 69 participants. Talks will air on WCEN Mt Pleasant next week before state judging in Lansing.
Coach Kaye Lansbury lauds Shepherds 1961-62 basketball season after a regional loss at the CMUL fieldhouse. The 19-2 team captured the conference title in its first year in the new league, won a district championship, and set a school scoring record, leaving a lasting memory of a standout season.
Shepherd High Varsity basketball players will be honored tonight at a 7 00 PM banquet in the high school cafeteria. Sponsored by the Shepherd Quarterback Club, the event honors the winter sport and features Forddy Anderson Michigan State University head coach as speaker. Tickets sold by club members for weeks.
The Varsity track schedule lists the Huron Relays at Eastern Michigan University on Friday March 30 and the first dual meet on April 10 against Hemlock and St. Charles at Shepherd. April includes meets with St. Louis Remus and Clare. May brings Central Michigan Relays, Arthur Hill Tech Relays, the conference meet May 16, regional May 19 at Mt. Pleasant, and the state finals as the season end.
With the basketball season over the community looks to baseball at S H S R Bruce Marshall. Shepherd played in class C last year and went out in Edmore tournaments. Seniors face slim chances of making Edmore this year following last season.
The senior team will return the same day as the tournament. This year schedule lists April 26 Breckenridge at Shepherd May 3 Shepherd at Merrill May 10 Seminary at Shepherd May 11 Invitational Tournament at Edmore May 14 Shepherd at St. Louis May 17 Shepherd at St. Charles May 24 Hemlock at Shepherd.
The text questions true freedom in America while noting government influence over farming and taxation. It claims farmers face limits on wheat and milk production and suggests taxation funds broad government activity. It ends with an incredulous remark about Mrs Kennedy’s overseas trip.
A fragment reflects on freedom and the paradox of complaining about freedom. The speaker questions whether constant critique undermines the very liberty it defends and suggests irony in valuing open speech.
The team expresses gratitude to Student Council and Varsity Club for camp funds and mums for tournament games. Thanks go to Mr Murphy, Stu Gillison, Mrs Clyma, Jessie, teachers for pep talks, Mr Lemmer and the band for outings, Mr Lethorn for dry cleaning, Benns restaurant for pizza, and to loyal Blue Jays fans.
April 4 basketball banquet in the cafeteria. April 5 Dr Telfer visit. April 9 band boosters. April 11 Armed Service Day. Track event Hemlock versus St Charles. April 13 Varsity Varieties. April 18 installation of National Honor Society members.
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