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Newspaper
Shepherd Argus
Location
Shepherd, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1961
Page
10
To Celebrate Anniversary Mt. and Mrs. Ernie Cooper at rural Shepherd will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary at their home on Sunday September 7 with an open house from 2 to 5 p m. by their daughter Mrs. Orvil Lewis at Cadillac Michigan and son Kendell Cooper at home.
A special Shepherd Village Council meeting approved authorizing President Newell L. Oren to sign papers requesting a federal grant over 43000 dollars to help finance extended sewer mains and lagoon sewage system. The project is tentatively priced at 146000 dollars, excluding land.
The Odd Fellow and Rebekah Association picnic drew 65 attendees at Shepherd Roadside Park on Old U S 27. Guests from Coleman Weidman Clare Mr Pleasant Shep herd and three visitors from Alma enjoyed ice cream stories and readings. The group will meet again on the second Sunday in September 1962 at Coleman Park in Coleman.
Mr and Mrs Darwin Loy of Midland were honored at a dinner Sunday for their 11th anniversary hosted by grandmother Mrs Harrison Lilly. Attendees included Darwin Loy family and Mr and Mrs Virgil Loy of Midland. Darwin, a Shepherd High School graduate class of 1948, is Mrs Lillys grandson and served as a Marine Corps sergeant as a chauffeur for generals in Washington DC during World War II.
The PTA at the school named Mrs. Robert Edmonds treasurer and membership chairman Mrs. Leo Moeggenberg historian and Mrs. Louie Kennedy secretary for the year. Mr. William Butler of the high school was appointed US program chairman and will present his guidance counselor work to parents at the regular meeting on September 25.
The coach noted the club remains in second place and ahead of forecasts despite late spring predictions. He cited rookies Boros and Wood along with Bruton, just a year removed from the National League, as keys to improved hitting after an early look.
The American League pitching season gains focus as Tigertown Baseball outlines improvements to its training center for next spring. Fenkell will appear here among 275 engagements this year, reflecting a busy schedule across various groups.
The text honors a church leader known as a consultant to students and a relatable, joking mentor. It notes his 27 years as Rock Lake Christian Assembly trustee, role in founding Great Lakes Bible College, and active work in CM Ministerial Fellowship and Men’s Fellowship. It mentions his 12 year ministry, church anniversaries, and hopes for attending the 100th anniversary.
Cadet George R. Scott of Mt. Pleasant and Cadet David F. Stepek of Oak Park join two month summer drills at Camp Buckner, West Point Reservation. The Class of 1964 cadets practice tactical problems and infantry weapons. Scott is son of Mr and Mrs James M Scott. Stepek’s parents are Mr and Mrs Frank T Stepek. 2nd Lieutenant Donald Dailey and Barbara Dailey plan moves to Arlington Heights Illinois. Donald hails from Shepherd High and Central Michigan University and serves at Fort Bliss Missile School Range in Texas.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Vinton and family of Flint spent the weekend with rural Shepherd residents Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Vinton. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Owings Jr. and sons of Chelsea were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Owings.
The Sick Joe Miller remains in Ford Hospital Detroit for eight weeks as friends send cards and letters. Eli Hamlin, ill recently, showed improvement Monday after a weekend decline. Saron Slaw and Laurie Gimmey, both from rural Shepard, entered Central Michigan Community Hospital for observation and treatment in early September. Janice Vennard from rural Shepard also began observation at Central Michigan Community Hospital around September 3.
At a special meeting Monday September 11 Vernon Fairchild was sworn in as a village councilman and Donald Gates accepted a council seat. They replace Donald Arndt and Gale Brien.
Elsie Clare Bates born December 26 1878 in Salem Indiana died Monday September 11 at Saginaw General Hospital. Survived by three daughters a son two sisters one brother five grandchildren seven great grandchildren and a host of relatives. Services Wednesday September 13 at 2 PM Garber Funeral Home with Rev Lester Tice officiating. Interment Salt River Cemetery beside her husband.
Mr Murphy explains how Citizens Insurance lowers deductibles for safe driving. A holder with a $50 deductible who avoids collisions for three years pays only $20 after a collision, then reverts to $50. Five years without a claim can drop $50 to zero and $100 to at least $50. New or renewing buyers with one year or more safe driving get an immediate $10 reduction.
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