Jim Parsons Named Manager of Mid-State Fertilizer
James Parsons appointed manager of the newly incorporated Midstate Fertilizer Company based in Shepherd Michigan. The firm founded by Klein Fertilizers of Fowlerville aims to shorten delivery times within a 30 mile radius and offers bulk spreading, anhydrous ammonia plant, and dry mix fertilizers. Parsons brings six years with Klein Fertilizers and farming background.
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Jim Parsons
Mid-State Fertilizer Co
James Parsons
Midstate Fertilizer Company
Shepherd
North
Michigan
Klein Fertilizers, Inc
Fowlerville
Clayton Klein
Midstate
Parsons
Klein Fertilizers
Palm Sunday Cantata Delights Village Audience
The first village Cantata in Shephard was well received on Sunday March 26 drawing about 300 people. A free will offering of 77.82 was collected with 25.00 in expenses. the balance supports the Swimming Pool Fund. Organizers hope to make this an annual affair with more participation next time.
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Shepherd
No School Good Friday in Shepherd Schools
The Shepherd school system announces a shortened Easter break with no classes on Good Friday March 31. Students return after the extended break on Monday April 3. Superintendent Sun't Warmbrunn traveled to Philadelphia Saturday for a National Convention for School Administrators and will come back Wednesday March 29.
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Shepherd
Sun't. Warmbrunn
Philadelphia
Child Killed by Truck On Salt River Road
Bradley Winn Converse, 3% year old son of Mr and Mrs Dee Converse, was fatally struck by a truck while crossing Salt River Road in Greendale Township Midland County. Driver Richard Purtill, 48, was not held. Funeral services followed at Salt River Church of Christ with burial in Salt River Cemetery.
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Bradley Winn Converse
Dee Converse
Shepherd
Salt River Road
Greendale Township
Midland County
Richard Purtill
Bradley
Charles Converse
Danny Dee
Rodney Lee
Jeffrey Charles
Herbert Crowley
Jessie Tupper
Jessie Converse
Salt River
Cancer Crusade Organization Names 1961 Isabella County Chairs
Mrs. Walter E. Chaffin of Shepherd announces the 1961 Cancer Crusade state volunteer leaders in Isabella County. Town chairwoman Mrs. Paul Warmbrunn heads Shepherd efforts, with other town chairs including Mrs. H. O. Beutler Rosebush and Mrs. George Lee Crusade Page 2.
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Isabella County
Walter E. Chaffin
Shepherd
Isabella County Unit
American Cancer Society
Paul Warmbrunn
H. O. Beutler
Rosebush
George Lee Crusade
Community Swapper Sale April 21-22 at new building
Community swap meet announced for April 21 and 22 at the new community building to raise funds for local projects. Items contributed in advance, price-tag sale Friday and auction Saturday, with a pancake and maple syrup breakfast served by the high school.
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Lansing
Shepherd Hardware
Old Village Council Winds Up Business in Shepherd
The Shepherd Village Council held its final meeting of the year on Monday evening March 20 with President H A Brattin Jr presiding. Dan Myers received a pay raise from 4800 to 5000 for his 15 years as Street Superintendent Water Department and Sewer Inspector. Nelson Shock's police salary rose from 3600 to 4000.
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Shepherd Village
H. A. Brattin, Jr
Brattin
Dan Myers
Dan
Shepherd
Nelson Shock
Police Department
Mr. Shock
Death of Davis manJoe Conroy reported by Mrs Kasel
Mrs John Kasel received word on Monday that her brother Mr Joe Conroy of Dav ison died early Monday morning from a heart attack. He was well known in this area for his hunting and fishing and frequent visits to local friends.
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John Kasel
Joe Conroy
Davison
Conroy
Annual Varsity Club Show Embraces Roaring Twenties Theme
The Annual Varsity Club show unfolds Friday April 7 with a Roaring Twenties theme featuring local acts, songs and skits. One evening performance, possible afternoon show for students, popcorn sales with gift certificates, all for 60 cents, funds athletic needs with Shephard Rotary support. Directors are Joan Bailey and Bob Nelson.
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Shepherd Rotary
Joan Bailey
Bob Nelson
PTA Hears About Library Services From State Consultant
Miss Helen Kemer of the Michigan State Library told the Shepherd PTA that libraries must be defended if local service has been voted down. Elsa Struble cited 1960 book issues at Shepherd station, while teachers and families provided rough figures for Gee Township students showing substantial per capita library use and value for 55 cents per person.
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Helen Kemer
Counsultant
Shepherd Pta
Elsa Struble
Shepherd Station
Mt. Pleasant
Gee Township
Dreamer
Cee Township
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Cancer Crusade Organization
Old Village Council
New Council
Ray Hartman
Laura Zelis
Allen Valance
St. Louis
Lyle Zelis
Alma
PTA
Market Report
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