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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1950
Page
3
Michigan leaders and agencies weigh a looming recount amid 18000 disputed ballots. Politicians spar over process while highway, health, and guard plans unfold. Air academy sites are named, tourism funding sought, and polio rates posted as federal funds hinge on state matches.
Michigan Governor Williams dominates Democratic hopes in 1952 as he faces a tight recount in a race that could affect the Senate. The piece notes his wide appeal, potential to influence party ranks, and the GOP challenge while detailing church events at First Lutheran Church.
Banks scheduled for Birmingham Ypsilanti and Alma may lead to a statewide plan. Michigan hospital service complains private insurers undercut Blue Cross, while Detroit Insurance Agents accuse MHS of policy favoritism. CIO says Great Lakes fleet sees high deckhand pay. Straits bridge bids issued amid transport questions. Senator Porter seeks to abolish Sigler era housekeeping agency. Bell Telephone rate dispute looms with 1951 commissioner pledge and Kelly recount impact on a pending rate increase.
Wakefield High School students watched Modern Basketball, a National Federation of High School Athletic Associations film, and a silent Upper Peninsula Class B championship game movie. Honors were given to Billy Erickson, Kenneth Kilponen and Tom Beber in Detroit News all state football awards. John Gipp earned second-team on the all-star U P team.
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