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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1963
Page
6
Reported nuisance bears roam the area east of M-28 and near Presque Isle Park stirring fear among residents and picnickers. Incidents include bears scavenging garbage, chasing people, and delaying a couple out for a daytime stroll. Local residents note increasing bear activity due to scarce wild berries.
State Police reported a two vehicle crash near US 45 in Haight Township resulting in minor damage and injuries to Mrs. Wonsay and Vernon Hautamaki. Norman E. Jacobson Jr. faced drunken driving and license revocation charges, with fines and jail time. Earlier, Nancy Salo sustained minor injuries after a single car crash on Thomaston Road. Samuel Boston pleaded guilty to drunken driving with jail and license suspension. Adah Circle of Wakefield Methodist Church set a September 3 meeting at the Marshall home.
Editor notes Governor Romney is away with Glenn S Allen Jr drafting this column on cutting government costs. A Governor's Task Force of top Michigan accountants reviews Revenue, Liquor Control and Administration to cut outputs with fewer staff. Early signs show possible savings in printing, bonds, and data processing. The Dept of Administration and contingents report small yet accumulating savings from lapses, shipping salt by boat, engraving changes, and law library moves. Population growth will raise budgets next year with 66,000 more students, 10,000 more college entrants, and more seniors needing aid, stressing the need for further efficiency.
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