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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1966
Page
1
Maple syrup production halted on Sunday as freezing weather ended a 75 gallon first run. Spring is expected soon and sap gathering will resume if nights stay freezing and days warm. Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival seeks a Queen with entries due March 25.
The annual village election in Shepherd will be held Monday March 14 with two tickets for village president and trustees. The People's Party Ticket lists George Grim for president Esther Murray for clerk Merlyn Smith Ray Zimmerman James Parsons Norman Howell for trustees and Gene Steere for a one year term. The Citizens Party Ticket lists Merlene Keutz for president Joyce Feltman for treasurer Mrs Gertrude Rosselti as write in candidate, Cecil Swenson Albert Weaver Max Berry for two year terms and Thelma Luskey for one year. Elton Miller is unopposed for village assessor. A large turnout is anticipated with 274 registered voters urged to vote. Proceeds from community events support local projects and mental health program.
The article traces Shepherd population growth from 850 in 1950 to near 1700 by 1965 with a forecast above 2000 by 1970. It contrasts past business abundance in 1906, listing 74 places, with today’s leaner retail scene, noting shifts to schools, churches, auto services, welding, and remaining groceries and a drug store.
All Board of Reviews will meet March 14 15, instead of the 15 16 cited in earlier Argus issues. The correction clarifies the two day session and aligns with publisher notices.
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