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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1961
Page
1
Fremont Township builds a new sidewalk linking the current path near Main Street to the Winn School. The project ends muddy walks for students in bad weather, reflecting the community’s progress and pride.
The Town and Country Recreation Association presents eight of the nation’s top matmen at Shepherd High School on Saturday night October 28. Main bout Luis Martinez vs Dick Garza follows a televised heated feud. Wee Davey Duncan faces Crybaby McCarther. three more bouts and a six man mixed Australian tag round out the card.
About twenty five citizens representing various groups attended the Coe Township Community Center gathering to plan a Village Planning Commission. Village President Newel Oren outlined goals and introduced Francis Engineering representative Mr Trim who explained duties and authority. Six commissioners will be appointed for staggered terms starting in early November with ex officio village officials.
Lloyd Cairns of Rosebush was named Isabella County Chairman for the 1961 Dollars for Democrats drive set October 10 to October 20. He will direct county volunteers along with a statewide effort to raise funds for national, state and county Democratic activities. A special county campaign committee will be organized.
The Shepherd Farm Produce builds a 50 by 144 foot concrete and steel warehouse on a rail siding with two railroad docks and three truck docks to expand storage for grains and seeds. Storage is set to increase about 400 percent under current ownership, with new equipment and facilities boosting the central Michigan market. Kenneth Hummel has managed since 1947 after the Estee Elevator change in ownership.
The Shepherd PTA executive committee met Monday evening October 9 and approved Festival plans for October 21. Co chairs Paul Simon Gerald Cook and David E Burrows led the discussion and set booth hours 6 00 to 9 30 P M with cafeteria opening at 5 30 P M. Rural donors asked to send non perishable items on Friday via bus routes.
Mrs. Louise Goit, Neighborhood Chairman, says Brownie Scouts have outgrown current leadership. At least three more leaders are urgently needed to supervise 55 Brownies for one hour weekly with training and materials provided. Call Shepherd 3911 to volunteer.
Isabella County supervisors convened at the courthouse to map year end and next year budget actions. They reviewed a $9,791.92 payment due from Mt Pleasant to the Tri County Health Department and discussed funding for a future county fair site including a race track with 4 H clubs.
The 1962 Isabella County United Fund Budget shows 82 cents of every dollar remains in county use. Of the $48 720 goal, $39 900 funds eight local agencies and $8 820 supports 35 state and national Michigan United Fund groups. Local emergencies receive $2 000, and $1 200 funds the annual campaign. About 10 cents goes to Girl Scouts and 19 cents to Boy Scout programs.
Isabella County Red Cross announces a standard First Aid Class from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. starting Wednesday October 18 at the new Shepherd High School. Robert Garber Jr will give volunteer instructions. Residents are urged to enroll. no charge for the class, but a $0.75 textbook is required. Call Shepherd 4293 to enroll.
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