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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1961
Page
5
The article blends old and new bridal shower customs from invitations to decor. It cites Hallmark ideas like a Party bridal shower set with honeycomb centerpiece and coordinated tableware. It also notes practical tips—private gift displays, timely thank you notes, and tailored shower themes based on linen or personal gifts.
Secretary of State James M. Hare cites the Michigan driver violations record as a key to understanding rising accident rates. He notes that one or more violations occur in four of five fatal crashes, with 12 moving conviction points marking a problem driver. The article links broader risk to slipping habits among otherwise responsible drivers and mentions a 18 percent rise in accidents over two years.
Shepherd briefs report E F Korz visiting son Leonard Koutz in Stanton with the Koutz family. Nancy and Sandra Koutz of Stanton visited grandparents E F Koutz. E F Koutz visited Donald Beeson in Elwell. Kyser and Jensen families visited relatives in Edmore. Dewight Kyser and family joined Vern Kyser for dinner. Florence Barnes of Ludington plans return to Shepherd. Mike Morey of Winn stayed with Gordon Curtiss.
Forest Hill Mrs. Bill Curtiss and children hosted Sunday dinner for the Koutz family. Elaine Debby Gregory and Merlen Jr Koutz visited from Shepherd. Danny Schmelzer stayed with grandparents Frank and, Barbara and Charlotte Little spent time with the Brittings while parents traveled. Willard Bigler of Alma died at Wilcox Hospital after a seven and a half year illness. He was Bert Towersey’s brother and once lived nearby. Gene Schmelzer and children from Gordonville were also mentioned.
The clerk will accept voter registrations in person for any eligible resident not yet registered, except on the intervening period between the thirtieth day before an election and the election day. Registration is allowed on regular or special election days, excluding Sundays and holidays.
N E Chippewa reports Mrs. Major Trussell visiting sister Mrs. Florence Sayers at Clare General Hospital where surgery occurred last week. Richard Stahl listed as patient at C M C Hospital with well wishes for recovery. Clarence Chivington to undergo surgery at Gratiot Community Hospital after Saturday arrival. Mrs. Blanch Varney visiting daughter Velma Varity in Indian River. Mrs. Viola Miller of Tarpon Springs Florida visiting her mother Lovice Chivington.
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