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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1964
Page
10
Waning weather halts a popular Skating spot as 40 degree Saturday temperatures soften the pond’s surface near the village water wells south of the Sugar Shack. Dan Myers, Supt. of Public Works, supervised maintenance and earns praise from the kids and parents.
The plan for 1964 calls for expanding to 15 million dollars from 12 million in 1963 aided by federal income tax reductions. General Telephone reports 100 percent local dial service and over 88 percent of 290 000 customers with direct distance dialing. The 1964 program prioritizes reducing rural line parties to four and adding private line service in suburban areas. The Friendship Circle met February 26 with sixteen members and one guest, a game night, prizes, and a luncheon. The next meeting is March 25 at Mrs. Nellie Bowman’s home.
Michigan ranks among the top three states for hunting and fishing license sales. In 1961 the state sold 1,086,506 hunting licenses of all descriptions and 9,277,627 fishing licenses.
Bishop Allen J. Babcock of Grand Rapids urged support for the Catholic Bishops Relief Fund Appeal benefiting distressed regions worldwide. Donations collected in Western Michigan churches next Sunday will be amplified by Catholic Relief Services, with a five million dollar national goal across 128 parishes and 52 missions in 29 counties.
Secretary of State James M. Hare warns community groups to inspect salvaged buses before use following a Port Huron crash that killed four children. He cites missing tail lights and lack of safety gear as proof of the need for a state wide inspection law and urges checks for mechanical and body defects plus fire safety equipment.
Michigan ranks corn as the top value crop, reaching about 110 million bushels in peak years. Hay follows, and together these crops support livestock and livestock products accounting for roughly two thirds of the state's agricultural income.
The Shepherd Extension Group met February 25 at Mrs. L. C. Hoover's home with 13 members present. Mrs. Gale Brien and Mrs. Clifford Harry led Know Your Michigan, discussing State Police hiring, construction of highways, and how sales tax affects state finances. The lesson covered family business records and emergency readiness. The next meeting is March 24 at Mrs. Walter Dean's home with Mrs. Gale Brien as co-hostess.
Coe Chapter No 98 O E S met February 20 at eight p m with 56 in attendance. Worthy Matron Mrs Louise Travis presided. Mother of the year Mrs Edith Southard presented a gift. Four new members were initiated: Mr and Mrs Denver Moore Leonard Simison and Art Miser. Friends Night planned for March 19. A delicious lunch followed.
Mrs Ruby Smith of Mr Pleasant and Mr Clarence Bell visited the home of Mr and Mrs Earl Grace Sunday afternoon. Mr Elton Grace called on Tuesday at the home of Mr and Mrs Earl Grace.
The Tourist Council weighs a Central Michigan University study to identify travelers origin and desires, assess current tourism status, and forecast growth. The project would create a data system for ongoing evaluation, promote four season attractions, and attract new investment and jobs in Michigan’s tourism sector.
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