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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1961
Page
3
Speaker Pears notes the 71st Michigan Legislature adjourns with a two day sine die session on June 8 and 9 to handle vetoes and unfinished business. He cites a $40 million higher budget than last year, disputes over temporary taxes, and concerns over executive leadership and nonpartisan service quality.
The House and Senate pass a Republican proposal to reform the unemployment fund, raising employer rates and forgiving 162 million in negative balances. The measure aims to clarify legislative intent and overturn the Ford Canton decision, but Democrats expect Governor veto. Nearby, Mothers Day visits are noted with multiple local families and relatives visiting at home and hospital.
Mrs. Raymond Hoffman’s troop includes Nancy Durham Colleen Hoff man Cathy Hummel Cheryl Fairchild Janet Lantz Linda Lethorn Janet Root Joyce Smith and Sharon Shock who earned Second Class badges. Margot Buschbacher earned a 5 year pin. All members received one year pins and crafted wire hanger table napkin holders for mothers. Brownie leaders are Mrs. Donald Edwards and Mrs. John Buschbacher. Fourth grade Brownies earned wings and moved to Intermediate Girl Scouts with Colleen Feltman Marilyn Berry Mary Kay Lau Nancy Barnes Carolyn Gall Patti Myers Latitia Shat tuck and others receiving one year stars.
A advert promoting Michigan industry growth stresses research as key to new jobs and products. It highlights universities aiding industry, the availability of state laboratories, and invites readers to mail the ad to spread awareness and attract prospects.
The piece warns homeowners about exaggerated promises of exotic tropical blooms and hard to grow trees sold by unscrupulous nursery dealers. It notes Michigan licensing, fraud prohibitions, and the need to verify with the Department of Agriculture before purchase to protect wallets and green thumbs.
A K-12 school requirement measure died in the State Senate while a separate annexation vote bill was sent back to committee for this session. A bill clarifying procedures for adding grades cleared the Senate and goes to the Governor. Michigan Week amateur photography contest asks for black and white entries 5x7 to 8x10 inches by June 30. Mrs. Della Bingham of Plymouth visits the Bingham home.
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