Winter Storm Delays, Then Snow Rebounds In Mid Michigan
Mid Michigan residents endured nearly an inch of rain turning to snow with 2 to 3 foot drifts as Christmas approached. Power outages occurred across several communities due to freezing rain and winds. Snow plows cleared Isabella County roads while residents sought shovels and practical tips. the area faced hazardous driving but saw a brighter forecast as temperatures rose toward the Christmas weekend. Nearby, citizens adjusted to snow removal challenges and shifted thoughts toward spring.
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Mid-Michigan
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Michigan
Shepherd
George Grim
December Most Dangerous Month To Drive Promoted By Auto Club
The Auto Club of Michigan issues a safety campaign urging extra caution after dark in December the year's most dangerous month for drivers and pedestrians. 17000 poster reproductions warn of mud and snow on windshields and headlights reducing visibility and longer stopping distances. Pedestrians are advised to wear white so drivers see them after dusk as schools receive the posters to educate youth.
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Automobile Club of Michigan
Auto Club
Michigan
Former Resident Bags Big One on Eni Wetok Trip
Howard Divelbiss son of the late J C Divelbiss formerly of this vicinity joined a group offshore on Eni Wetok in the Marshall Islands and caught a 61 pound 5 foot Wahoo after a 25 minute fight. The catch drew praise from local Wahoon smoked fish enthusiasts with Curley Antone in charge of smoking. Others on the trip included Jess Gabbard Harry Smith Stan Madsen and Dale Courtney who reported a fun outing.
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Howard Divelbiss
J. C. Divelbiss
Eniwetok
Marshall Island
Howard
Howard D. Diverbiss
Wahoo
Wahoon
Curley Antone
Jess Gabbard
Harry Smith
Stan Madsen
Dale Courtney
Dr. Paul H. Ringer Named Chief of Staff at CMC Hospital
Dr. Paul H. Ringer elected Chief of Staff at Central Michigan Community Hospital at a Medical Staff meeting succeeding Dr. John Wood. New department chiefs named include Leo Wickert medicine, A Robert Bauer surgery, Frank Johnson obstetrics and Lincoln Scott pediatrics. Ringer a Princeton graduate and Vanderbilt medical degree holder trained in Iowa City and Nashville. He served as Army Captain 1944 46 and is fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He and his wife and five children reside at 1007 Watson Road.
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Paul H. Ringer
Central Michigan Community Hospital
Dr. Ringer
John Wood
R. W. Chamberlain
Dean Goblitsch
Shepherd
Ringer
Leo Wickert
Robert Bauer, Jr
Frank Johnson
Lincoln Scott
Princeton University
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tenn
State University of Iowa
St. Thomas
Veteran's Hospital
Nashville
North Carolina
United States Army
American College of Surgeons
American Board of Surgeons
Davis Clinic
Watson Road
Shepherd Industrial Development Committee Formed
The Shepherd Chamber of Commerce named Francis Cauchon to lead the organizing group for an Industrial Development Committee. Other members named to complete the five man panel are Robert Garber Sr, Lyle Rhynard, Gerald Farnan and Vern Caszatt. The group aims to file articles of incorporation and bylaws and seek incorporation by early spring.
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Shepherd Chamber of Commerce
Shepherd
Francis Cauchon
Shepherd State Bank
Robert Garber Sr
Lyle Rhynard
Gerald Farnan
Vern Caszatt
Industrial Development Corporation
Safety Council To Meet For Good Driver Award
Isabella County Safety Council schedules a January 4 meeting at 8 p.m. in Mt. Pleasant Municipal Court Room to honor a resident with a Good Driver award. Awards chairman War ren Decker notes years of safe driving while Don Brecken leads the evening program at CMU. attendance urged. A separate note reports Oil City Tavern robbed twice in December by an armed bandit described as white, with incident details on page 7.
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Isabella County
Isabella County Safety Council
Mt. Pleasant
Warren Decker
Don Brecken
Health and Safety Department
C.M.U
Lyle Rhynard
Ray Martin
Oil City
Anspach Named Social Security Field Representative
Armand W. Ross announces Richard W. Anspach as Field Representative for the Mt. Pleasant Social Security District. Anspach, a Mt. Pleasant High School and Central Michigan University graduate, comes from Grand Rapids SSA office and replaces Robert J. Long promoted to Claims Unit Supervisor in Detroit.
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Armand W. Ross
Mt. Pleasant
Robert J. Long
Detroit
James Workman Residence Tops Village Christmas Decor Contest
Three judges from Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce and related groups named the James Workman residence first, with Roscoe Doll and Dr. Dearing in close places. They praised multiple displays and thanked Gerald Farnan for guiding the judges through the village.
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Walt Nowak
Mt. Pleasant
Roscoe Doll
Dr. Dearing
Chamber of Commerce
Gerald Farnan
Argus
Vern Fairchilds
Leo Feltmans
A. M. Stellwagen, Jr
Shepherd Chamber of Commerce
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Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles
WFS
Bags Big One
CMC Hosp
Safety Council
James Workman
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