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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1961
Page
10
The Shepherd Blue Jays rested their starting five with 3:00 left, then faced a late Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart rally. After coach J C Clyma pulled and restored his lineup, Shepherd rebuilt a safe lead and secured the victory.
Mrs. Donald Claybaugh of Shepherd announces the engagement of her daughter Cherylle Kaye to Michael Harvey son of Mr and Mrs Frank Claybaugh also of Shepherd. A February 11 wedding is planned.
Sacred Heart reserves overwhelmed Shepherd 49 to 26 after a 24-5 first quarter surge led by strong full court pressure and hot shooting. Gary Smith was Shepherd’s top scorer with six points as the setback widened the gap to 75-62 in favor of Shepherd in the final tally.
Isabella County vehicle owners paid 347 174 26 to register 15 952 units of motorized equipment, reported this week by Secretary of State James M. Hare. The total is 21 297 71 more than 1959, when 15 676 vehicles paid 325 876 55 in weight taxes.
Mr and Mrs Paul Galleta of Los Angeles welcome a daughter Carol Ann born January 19 weighing 7 pounds 5 ounces. Pat Utley, wife of Ted Utley of Shepherd, is her mother. Dennis DeLong and family note a baby boy Stuart born January 14 to Jerrie Chapman in Washington DC, weighing 6 pounds 12 ounces.
Isabella Co students among 445 Ferris Institute scholars named to the Dean's Honor List for Fall Quarter. Recipients include Margaret Hough R F2 Blanchard David McKee Mt. Pleasant Harold Stegman Mt. Pleasant Roger Chapman Shepherd Paul Thielen Weidman. Criteria require at least a B average with full course load.
Basil O'Connor announces that the National Foundation exhausted its March of Dimes funds for patient aid and faces a $45 million job in 1961. He notes 1960 debts by about one third of 3,100 chapters and outlines ongoing research, education, and aid programs across birth defects, arthritis, and polio.
Michigan suspended 441 motorists and revoked 128 licenses in the past week. From Isabella County are Fred Redding Heinlein 88 of Mt Pleasant Hugh Archie MacNicol 41 of Mt Pleasant and Richard Wayne Tully 41 of Mt Pleasant.
Isabella County surpasses prior fundraising mark in Michigan 1960 Christmas Seal Campaign with 2701 contributed by January 23, exceeding 1949’s 2511. TB association praises donors for supporting year round TB and respiratory disease programs in the 54th annual drive.
The third public service ad in a Michigan series appears in The Shep herd Argus. Sponsored by the Michigan Press Association and the Michigan Economic Development Department, it promotes "Michigan is Everything for Industry" and highlights Michigan's skilled labor as a key resource for industry seeking plant locations.
Elgin Illinois offers Valentine tips from Dan Cupid highlighting flowers candy and perfume plus distinctive jewelry. A 17 jewel Starlite fashion watch with a woven gold mesh band and florentine ends is priced under thirty dollars as a heart winning accessory.
The latest U S census shows Michigan’s skilled labor force surpassing the national average by about eight percent. Jack Sinclair, MPA president, notes bakers machinists and die makers are available in quality and quantity, calling it a key asset for efficient production. Advertisements urge sharing Michigan resources story with friends in other states to spread awareness.
Mrs. Harry McCormick reports the death of Alton Selfridge aged 58 in Warden Washington. The deceased is identified as Laura Faunce’s former husband and twin sister to Mrs Rollin Selfridge of Forest Hill. Funeral plans set for Friday after Mr Selfridge and Mrs Selfridge traveled from their home with eight children in mourning.
Shepherd High School debate team swept the competition on Friday night defeating Beaverton. On the affirmative were Phil Young and Jackie Musser. the negative featured Jim Crowley and Florence Dean. Judges were Dr. Carl Weaver and Dr. Emil Pfister of CMU.
Funeral services for Otis Tennant 78 were held in Fairview West Virginia. Tennant a retired oil field worker resided on Summerton Road Shepherd and died Saturday evening at Community Hospital Mt Pleasant. Surviving children Hattie Chisler Donald Tennant Corbley Tennant and Harlin Tennant six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
State Attorney General warns about fire chasers private fire loss adjusters and repair contractors arriving on scene while fires burn. They pressure families for on-site settlements, prompting costly repairs and unfair terms. Officials urge cooling-off periods and consulting insurers before committing.
Williamsburg Virginia welcomes about one million visitors yearly after a Rockefeller Jr. gift exceeding 68 million dollars funds the restoration. The project revived colonial features and attracted global interest.
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