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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1963
Page
1
Coe Township voters decide July 30 on a special election to levy three tenths of a mill for the Coe Township Library, a branch of Mt. Pleasant Library. The issue last passed at the annual meeting, then lost in a later revote amid renewed opposition.
Charles F. Wagg of the Michigan Department of Mental Health announced the appointment of Dr Donald Earl Christensen as medical superintendent of the new Gaylord State Home for mentally retarded effective July 1 1963. The home will house 190 patients and occupy former TB sanatorium space with about 140 residents in recent years. Christensen has been acting superintendent and medical director since July 1962.
Michigan farmers report a deer population explosion from about 200 in 1954 to over 1,000 in Livingston County and potential 2,000 in 1964. They warn of $10,000 plus in crop and orchard losses, highway safety risks, and urge local regulation of deer seasons to curb overpopulation. Robert Spicer of Linden cites heavy damage to fruit trees and substantial land investment losses.
Miss Gladys Conklin of Lansing and Miss Helen Creighton of Ann Arbor visited Mr and Mrs Clark Conklin for a 63rd wedding anniversary dinner at the Embers in Mt Pleasants. The event gathered family to celebrate the longtime couple.
The Mt. Pleasant Civil Air Patrol hosts a Dawn Patrol Sunday July 7 featuring a pancake breakfast at 8:00 A M and an invitation to view antique aircraft from a wide area.
Dr. E J Brenner county health director promotes a free health screening at Shepherd and other towns testing for tuberculosis lung defects heart issues and diabetes with chest x ray and blood tests. Sponsored by county health department Michigan Department of Health and county medical society the program targets adults 21 and older and emphasizes early detection and regular doctor visits. Schedule includes Shepherd Blanchard Weidman Mt Pleasant and multiple dates in July and August.
Public Works superintendent I an Myers warns Shepherds residents that water mains will be flushed on Wednesday July 10. Households are urged to finish laundry beforehand or wait a day for clarity due to high iron content and rust risk.
Belated notice reports A. H. Zufelt aged 61 former Isabella County resident died at Midland Hospital Sunday June 16 after being patient since June 3 He was the son of well known Winn area couple Mr and Mrs Grant Zufelt and is fondly remembered there.
Hot dry weather has turned the countryside into a tinder box. The Shepherd Fire Department has fought fires almost daily and sometimes twice daily. Last Thursday they responded to Steve McAvoy farm where a barn burned to the ground. three livestock died and the dwelling and other buildings were saved.
Isabella County Clerk Maynard S. Gilmore recounts the June 6 1963 vote on the revised constitution. The Isabella County Canvassing Board plus 16 precincts, including Mt. Pleasant, found minus four votes for adoption after counting 4130 ballots and 555 from Union No 2 machine. Total cost about 365 dollars. He commends election boards and notes ballot marking opinions vary.
The Isabella County horseshoe pitchers plan a July 4 tournament at Shepherd courts with three divisions A B and C. Top two in each division win prizes. Entry is 2 dollars and players must belong to the local club and the Isabella County Horseshoe Pitchers Association. Qualifying round set for July 1. spectators admitted free.
Several weeks ago a sale of the Kitchenette Restaurant was agreed between Mr and Mrs Benn and Mr J Williamson. On Monday morning July 1 Williamson assumed control and the Benns will assist until he is established. Williamson brings prior experience in food preparation to Shepherd.
The article urges citizens to display the flag on July 4th, noting it as the nation’s birthday and a day to reflect on freedoms and sacrifices. It describes varied celebrations from large community events to quiet family observances and explains the message is prepared by the Joe Ulsh Auxiliary 8215 V.F.W. to call attention to this flag display.
Open House honoring the golden wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Stewart Curtiss on Sunday July 7 from 2 00 until 5 00 o clock at Walton Road Shep herd Michigan friends and relatives invited
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