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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1961
Page
1
New US 27 Freeway moved traffic freely as holiday motorists headed home. On the four lane divided highway, traffic appeared light compared to last year. Midday southbound lanes carried two abreast flow while northbound was sparse, with many drivers seeming to spread out.
Plans are nearly complete for a first annual alumni football game set for Saturday September 9 with teams coached by Russ Meyers for even years and Bob Edmonds for odd years. Players listed include Dick Coughlin Dean Corrill and others. kickoff is 8:00 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. reporting, proceeds go to the Varsity Club for filming equipment.
Market columns summarize prices and trends for rye oats corn wheat barley soybeans and navy beans. Traders monitor futures and cash prices with notes on supply expectations and seasonal demand.
James M. Hare, chairman of the Michigan Safety Commission, warns of rising child fatalities in the 5-9 and 10-14 age groups as school opens. He cites 1958 1959 and 1960 vehicle deaths and urges motorists to take extra care to protect children starting school.
The Hook and Trigger Auxiliary and The Shepherd Hook and Trigger and Women s Auxiliary hold a meeting Thursday night September 7 at 8.00. A drawing for six free trap rounds is at 8.00 you must be present to win. Lunch and movies follow. M U C C District 11 meeting moved to Sunday afternoon September 24.
The Rhoads home at 194 E Central Ave Shepherd Michigan was entered through a rear window while the residents were away. A piggy bank note and a transistor were stolen along with a fork and a damaged safe lock. State Police investigate. Harold Struble's home near Huron Beach was broken into Monday night with two WWII souvenir Mexican bills missing. Police continue inquiries.
Public Relations committees from eight surrounding counties arrange a Sept. 12 session in the University Room at Falesetta's Casa Nova. James C. Tippett of Mount Prospect Illinois will address Press Radio and TV representatives. Tippett joined the American Farm Bureau Federation in 1957 as assistant director of information and has served as associate editor of the Official News Letter.
Hundreds of students flood in for a new term amid disarray as everyone figures out arrival routines. The scene is chaotic yet chaos settles quickly, leaving the observer amused by the annual spectacle. The writer notes the only truly confused person is the narrator.
Governor John B. Swainson urged Michigan residents to take Civil Defense seriously at the State Fair opening of a family fallout shelter exhibit. He warned that neglect could cost lives and threaten democracy, stressing a national duty to prepare and recover.
Secretary of State James M. Hare announced that half year passenger car plates go on sale this Friday. The six month plates expire at midnight February 28, 1962.
The Shep herd Farm Produce employees held a potluck picnic Sunday at the cottage of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hummel at Mecosta Lake. Guests included Mr and Mrs A D McIntyre and Mr and Mrs John Fisher and son of Saginaw. Skiing and eating were enjoyed by 36 attendees.
Dr Woodka argues for ending minority government limits and removing hamstringing tax flexibility constraints on state and local governments. The piece signals views to be explored in a deeper Pages 3 discussion.
The Shepherd Band Camp held August 21 to 25 attracted about 35 participants. Plans for the season include a home game against Ithaca and a Homecoming day invitation for Hemlock.
Northwood Institute Alma announces six new members to the Retail Advisory Committee. Appointees include Miss Portia Deacon Wurzburg's Grand Rapids Robert Conn E F Baron Company St Johns Lawrence Covitz Flint Home Furnishings Flint Carl Holmgren Reed City R P Lewis Jr R P Lewis Company Flint and Glen Oren Oren Stores Mt Pleasant. The committee is a 14 member sub committee of the Northwood Board of Trustees. It aids in developing the schools two year curriculum in retailing.
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