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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1961
Page
13
In his first press conference since Vienna President Kennedy directs the Scientific Advisory Committee to form a group to probe possible Soviet clandestine nuclear blasts while the U S has restrained testing. The move aims to reveal whether leaders have known the facts and if defense preparations have been adequately maintained.
The Conservation Department reports bears taken by bow arrow and firearm exceed earlier years with 800 bears killed above Mackinac and 270 in 1959. A small share hunted with dogs, and warm weather during the deer bear season aided higher yields. FINAL FIGURES show 258 of 1077 introduced bills passed in the 1961 Legislature, reflecting ongoing lawmaking despite controversy.
Citizens' Foreign Aid Committee argues United States foreign aid serves Soviet interests. They cite Elizabeth Churchill Brown and Earl Browder to claim aid expands Moscow influence, noting a 90 billion dollar precedent and urging further action.
Arch Patton of McKinsey argues pay and bonuses drive profits. He cites a study showing bonus paying firms double profit gains vs non bonus firms and notes executive worth depends on company size industry and contribution. Leadership sets goals and motivates followers across industries.
A reminiscence of a 16-year-old visitor from Chicago who stayed with a Mt Pleasant grandmother. He built a tree roost, played ukulele, and sang to onlookers, drawing comparisons to Ricky Nelson. A local girl’s trip to the World's Fair ended with heartbreak when Archie did not recall her.
The narrator recalls shopping for fridges with a friend and reflects on old ice boxes. Ice houses and ice tongs defined summers past, with cold water from overflowing pans waking sleepers. A basement drain solution finally freed homes from leaking ice water and buried ice-chilled lemonade in the past.
Michigan safety experts alert boaters to rising registrations and new aquatic activities increasing risk on the water. Nearly 370000 boats are registered under federal numbering with about 500 new vessels authorized daily, though growth should slow by midsummer. State Police report drownings and injuries tied to improper handling, urging caution from all water users.
Health Commissioner Dr. Albert E. Heustis cautioned against miracle foods and tonics. He said indiscriminate use of pills can worsen conditions and urged consulting a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. Emotional strain and fatigue often drive people to seek dubious remedies.
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Carey spent Friday and Saturday at Otis Tripp's cottage. Nadine Reed and daughter Barbara of Lansing were in Shepherd on a business trip Saturday. Kenneth Travis and Norbert Travis couples arrived last week Thursday at St. Joseph's Island in Canada for a long weekend. Walter Chaffin and spouse spent the 4th at their cottage on Sanford Lake.
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