Signs Of The Times And Occasional Local Notes
A collection of brief opinions and items from July 10, 1941, including tax impact thoughts on liquor and drugs spending, criticism of federal medical benefits, reflections on stopping distance and debt per household, a note on junk mail votes, calendar items, and remarks from a village council and local bankers. It references Mrs. J. H. Arndt’s son’s birthday, lumberjacks in Gladstone, and TVA tax debates led by Senator George Norris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yesteryear
J. H. Arndt
Donald
E. C. Beck
Perry Allen
Shepherd
Gladstone
Central State Savings Bank
Commercial State Bank of
Gilbert Maas
Lansing
John Maas
Tennessee Valley Authority
TVA
George Norris
Congress
Summer Recreation Program At Park Opens Monday
The Town and Country Recreation Association of Shepherd announces a Summer Park Program starting Monday June 18 1962 under director Mr Thomas Christenson. Open to all area children with registration at 9am at Village Park assisted by local volunteers. Morning sessions run nine to twelve daily Monday through Friday with activities for younger and older groups supervised by volunteers. Swimming for eligible children 36 inches tall is scheduled Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm to 3pm at St Louis Pool. See PROGRAM Page 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town and Country Recreation Association of
Shepherd
Thomas Christenson
Shephrd
Robert Adams
Lloyd Myers
Paul Schell
Gerald Cook
Christenson
Carolyn Kennedy
Joyce Gilmore
Gerald Netzley
Arlo Curtiss
Kim Swenson
Neil Green
Herold Post
Harry Lilly
Art Swagger
Wallace Williamson
Pat McGuire
Sue Yates
Martin Coughlin
Iva Bissell
Claude Lemmer
Richard Salisbury
Daryl Brown
Cherie Brown
Ray Zimmerman
Douglas Sharrer
St. Louis
Cooper- See
Rep. Strange Seeks Re Election To Michigan House
Clare Republican Fussell H. Strange announces plans to seek re election to the Michigan House of Representatives. He advocates a Build Michigan program and cooperation with Governor George Romney to reform taxes and relieve property taxes during the next two years.
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Fussell H. Strange
Clare
Michigan House of Representatives
Michigan
George Romney
Strange
Central Michigan Child Guidance Clinic Leader Profile
Harlan McCall is named head of the Central Michigan Child Guidance Clinic and serves as President of the board. Born in Ithaca Michigan he earned an A B from Albion College in 1928 an A M from the University of Michigan in 1938 and holds a Doctor of Education degree.
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Harlan McCall
Department of Education
Alma College
Central Michigan Child Guidance Clinic
Ithaca
Michigan
Albion College
University Ofichigan
McCall
Rain Brightens Farm Outlook
Rain fell across parts of the region from Saturday to Monday evening, with an estimated two inches in some areas. The soaking moisture eases a long dry spell, aiding bean planting, soil moisture, and upcoming cultivation and hay cutting as farmers anticipate a better season.
Flag Day Observance Details and History
Flag Day is observed on June 14 by the VFW and Auxiliary Officers. It was designated in 1895 by the American Flag Day Association led by first secretary Dr. B. J. Cigrand of Batavia Illinois. The day marks the 1777 adoption of the American flag and is celebrated with ceremonies and public flag displays in all states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Flag Day Association
B. J. Cigrand
Batavia
Ill
Cederberg Files Re-Election Petition in Michigan
Elford A. Cederberg of Bay City files petitions with the Secretary of State in Lansing to seek another term as U S Representative for Michigan’s 10th District. He said challenging times reflect confidence already shown. Page 3.
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Elford A. Cederber
Bay City
U. S
Congress
10Th
Lansing
Cederberg
Will Head Campaign In Central Michigan For Gov Swainson
Dr. Joseph Wodka of Mt. Pleasant has been named campaign coordinator for an eight county area for Governor Swainson's re election. He will coordinate activities in Midland Isabella Gratiot Montcalm Gladwin Clare Osceola and Mecosta counties working with county chairmen and event coordinators.
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Joseph Wodka
May St
Mt. Pleasant
Swainson
Harriett Phillips
Wodka
Midland
Isabella
Gratiot
Montcalm
Gladwin
Clare
Osceola
Mecosta
Watters and Spencer Win School Board Election
Eleven candidates drew 541 voters in a district with several thousand eligible. Watters led with 177 votes, Spencer followed with 159, Derry 137, Murphy 126, Curtiss 93, Koester 90, Gillan 63, Fausett 60, Hughes 51, Feltman 45, Gross 26. New members take office July 1, replacing retiring Adams and O Connell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Watters
Paul Spencer
Jack Derry
Richard Murphy
Arlo Curtiss
Clestine
Dick” Koester
Eugene Gillan
Russell Fausett
Lloyd Hughes
Elmer Feltman
Leonard Gross
Scouts Complete First Aid Course Taught by Red Cross Instructor
Boy Scouts finish a first aid course led by Mr Garber a certified Red Cross instructor. The program emphasizes practical emergency preparedness skills as part of the scouts broad training in useful activities for boys.
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Mr. Garber
Red Cross
Boy Scouts
Shepherd's Boy Scout Troop
Robert Garber, Jr
Son's Marriage Announcement in Las Vegas
Mr. and Mrs. William Muller of Shepherd Michigan announce the marriage of their son Robert L. Hitts A M S U S N on June 2 in Las Vegas Nevada to Miss Marge Sallers of San Francisco California. Mr. Hitts is stationed at Miramar Naval Air Station near San Diego.
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William Muller
Shepherd
Michigan
Robert L. Hitts
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Tax Foundations
Market Report
Heads Central Mich
Child Guidance Clinic
Will
Gov
Watters
Spencer
Mon
David Goblirsch
Dean C Goblirsch
David
St. Mary’s Hospital Rocchester
Minn
Distrit
Richard O'’Conner
Argus Photo
Argus
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