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Shepherd Argus

Location

Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1961

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Qualifies To Run For Con-Con Post

Cecil Epple chairman of the Isabella County Board of Supervisors has been notified that his petitions meet the constitutional convention delegate requirements and his name will be printed on primary ballots. He seeks the Democratic nomination from Isabella House District covering Isabella and Clare counties. A Denver Township farmer in his second term, Epple argues local government needs experienced input at the convention.

Cecil Epple Isabella County Board of Supervisors Secretary of State Epple Demcratic Isabella Clare Denver Board of Supervisors

Fire Hydrants to Be Flushed in Shepherd June 28

Village of Shepherd announces hydrant flushing on Wednesday June 28. Superintendent Dan Myers will open valves at all hydrants to clear rust from mains, which may tint water yellow or red. Residents are advised not to panic and plan accordingly.

Shepherd Dan Myers

Shepherd's Pony League Team Bows To Abele's 9-2

Shepherd's Pony League suffered a 9-2 defeat as two Abeles pitchers kept them in check and errors aided the visitors. In the first inning Abeles scored twice on a walk a Sawyer triple and a steal. Shepherd answered with one run on one hit and one error. Both teams tallied a run in the second inning.

Shepherd's Pony League Abele Carl White Shepherd Abeles Sawyer

Boat Handling Classes Offered Free At Chippewa Livery

Canoe and small boat handling classes will be free at the Chippewa Canoe Livery on US 27 north of Mt. Pleasant. Felice Morgan Stern, a Red Cross instructor, leads as volunteer. Ages 11 to 16 meet at 9 00 A.M. Younger group at 10 30 A.M. Must swim to enroll. Contact Isabella Chapter Red Cross at 302 E Broadway Mt. Pleasant before July 7 for enrollment and information.

Us-27 North c Mt. Pleasant Felice Morganstern Red Cross Isabella Chapter The American Red Cross E. Broadway

Arthur Shoe Honored On 83rd Birthday

A large group gathered at the Shepherd home to honor Arthur Shoe on his 83rd birthday and Father’s Day. Guests included family members from Shephard Spring Lake Alma Flint and Pleasant. Mr. Shoe, who is ill, spent the day in bed.

Shepherd Arthur Shoe Mr. Shoe Shoe Ralph Eskil Nilson Bob Curtis Norbert Travis Joe Grace Joe Chester Shoe Fay Simison Reginald Shoe Mr. Pleasant Richard Walker Spring Lake Glen Wilson Alma Bill Dandaneau Flint

Give Milk a Break Theme at Michigan Farm Bureau Center

June Dairy month kicks off at the Lansing Farm Bureau Center with a milk break policy. Michigan Dairy Princess Miss Marjorie Mueller and other officials lead office workers to swap coffee for milk during mid-mday breaks. The drive, supported by the American Dairy Association of Michigan and the Michigan Association of Farmer Cooperatives, promotes dairy consumption and office energy.

Farm Bureau Center Lansing Michigan Dairy Princes Marjorie Mueller Clarence Prentice Sec Michigan Farm Bureau Gwen Zischke Sec’y 350 Employees Association the Farm Bureau Miss Mueller Midh. Farm Bureau Richard Tetens American Dairy Association of Michigan Dairy Association Michigan Michigan Association of Farmer Cooperatives L. A. Cheney Association Cheney

Free Swimming Lessons At Coldwater Lake

Isabella County with the American Red Cross and County Board of Supervisors offers free swimming lessons for Isabella County residents at Coldwater Lake public beach. Instructor James Kolch, Red Cross Water Safety teacher, starts July 5 and teaches 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 4 PM five days a week, with enrollments through the Mt Pleasant Red Cross office. Kolch will lifeguard weekends from the Fourth of July through Labor Day.

Isabella County American Red Cross County Board of Supervisors Coldwater Lake James Kolch Red Cross E. Broadway Kolch

Polio Clinic Planned at Shepherd High School

Dr. E J Brenner announces a free polio vaccination clinic for children through age 16 at Shepherd Senior High School on Friday June 30. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Hours to be announced.

E. J. Brenner Central Michigan Health Department Shepherd Senior High School

Odd Fellow And Rebekah Camp Opens Sunday

The 1961 Odd Fellow and Rebekah Camp at Big Star Lake near Baldwin opens June 25 for boys aged 12 to 15 with four weeks for boys then four weeks for girls. The season ends August 20 followed by the Theta Rho Girls outing. Pilgrimage Day occurs July 23 marking the half season switch.

Odd Fellow Rebekah Big Star Lake Baldwin Lake County Theta Rho Order American Camping Association Fraternity of Odd Fellows Or Rebekahs Boy Scouts

Mackie Denounces Stahlin Report On Highway Practice

Michigan State Highway Commissioner John C. Mackie condemns Senator John H. Stahlin's report as false and based on weak evidence. He calls the charge of corruption in Michigan's highway department baseless and notes the senator will take no action despite claims.

Michigan State Highway John C. Mackie Michigan Senate John H. Stahlin Stahlin Michigan State Highway Department Massachusetts Michigan Sen. Stahlin

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