Former Clare Lady Passes In Detroit Home
Roby Bishop Calkins born October 4, 2386 in Clare County died March 28 1950 at her Detroit home. She married Bert Calkins in 1907. five years in Seattle before settling in Detroit in 1915. Eight children born, one son Howard died in the Battle of the Bulge. Survived by husband Ardis Neelsen Douglas Calkins, four grandchildren and one brother Arthur Bishop. Funeral March 27 at Haley Chapel Detroit with Rev N C Liesmer.
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Roby Bishop
Clare County
Detroit
Clare High School
Bert Calkins
Rosebush
Seattle
Washington
Hioward
White Chapel Memorial Cemetery
Vern Moline
William Calkins
Wilson Bader
Easter Luncheon At Congregational Church Draws Capacity Crowd
The Easter luncheon at the Congregational Church drew a capacity crowd at 1 p.m. on Wednesday April 5. A sacred music concert followed in the auditorium. The First Circle and Guild societies jointly sponsored the event with active roles by named members and table hostesses. Menus featured booklet shaped menus with spring motifs and tables displayed tree decorations with Easter eggs.
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Congregational Church
First Circle
Marsha Sands
Janet Sanger
Dorothy Spencer
Vivian Hughes
Jean Sleming
Geraldine Kinde
Mable Fortin
Leda Bates
Doris Ann Bicknell
Guild
Sarah Beck
Beatrice Lange
Pearl White
Former Clare Inn Operator Laid At Rest In Coleman
William S. Wengert, former proprietor of the Wayside Inn in Clare, died in Lakeland Florida on March 27. Funeral services were held March 31 at Bradley Funeral Home in Midland with burial in Coleman cemetery. Born February 18, 1889 in Sanilac County, he married Florence Campbell in 1911. Surviving are his widow, a son Howard, a daughter Eleanor Hutson, three grandchildren, a brother and four sisters. The couple retired to Florida six months earlier after leaving the Wayside Inn in Clare.
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William S. Wengert
Wayside Inn
Clare
Lakeland
Florida
Bradley Funeral Home
Mid-land
Coleman
Mr. Wengert
Sanilac County
Florence Campbell
Marlette
Clarence
Howard
Eleanor Hutson
Midland
Wengert
Red Cross Fund Exceeds Quota in Clare County
The Clare County Red Cross roll call chairman Everta announces the 1950 campaign surpassed its goal. County Chapter Chairman Rev. Leslie J. Nevins and others thank community chairmen Mrs. William Maxwell Clare Rev. H. B. Fairman Harrison Robert Jones Farwell Mrs Norman Tolson Lake George Mrs Jack Eneix Lake Mrs Wm Boty Temple and the Clare County Board of Supervisors plus all workers and generous contributors.
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Wm. Boty
Temple
Clare County Board of Supervisors
Deaths ARTHUR BRAINARD of Muskegon
Arthur Brainard of Muskegon died in South Bend Indiana February 14 at age 37 and was buried in Muskegon February 18. He is survived by his wife Emma Rogers of Clare a daughter and two sons. Clare friends extend sympathy to the family.
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Arthur Brainard
Muskegon
South Bend
Indiana
Emma Rogers
Clare
Social Security Benefits Do Not Bar Returning To Work
Traverse City official explains that unemployed persons over 65 can collect old age insurance while out of work. Benefits can be stopped if they return to work. back payments cover only three months. Unemployed seniors may receive old age benefits alongside unemployment compensation if 65 or older.
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William H. LaRock
Traverse City
Social Security Office
LaRock
Mr. LaRock
Chief of Police Reveals Pocket Find On April Fool’s Day
On April Fool’s Day morning the police chief disclosed what he found in his jacket pocket. The incident prompted local curiosity and minor buzz around Main Street as residents await further details.
Hawley Buys Fix-It Shop on West John R Street
Charles Hawley purchases the Fix-It Shop from Mrs. James Norwood on West John R Street and plans to open for business next Monday morning.
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Charles Hawley
West John R Street
James Norwood
New Neon Sign Lights Feller's Cut Rate Store
An eye catching neon sign has been installed at Fellers Cut Rate Store located on West Fourth Street drawing attention from passers by and shoppers.
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Feller’s Cut Rate Store
Weat Fourth Street
State bids sought for 8048 miles non skid surface work
The State Highway Department invites bids to be opened April 12 in Lansing for 8 048 miles of non skid surface treatment on the county road from US 27 five miles northeast of Farwell three miles north of Clare east to the Gladwin county line in Clare County.
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State Highway Department
Lansing
Farwell
Clare
Gladwin
Clare County
Clare Cleviers Install Scientific Spotting Unit
The Clare Cleviers install a new spotting unit that reduces risk in treating fine fabrics and delicate colors. It removes perspiration concerns and preserves the sizing of sheer garments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Cleviers
Hundreds Seek King of Beggars Secret Writings
In Montauban France more than 200 mourners gathered at the grave of Joseph Cheroux the so called king of beggars. They hoped to obtain his manuscript the “book of beggars” and offered high sums though his son said the memoir was missing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Cheroux
Cheroux
Europe
Britain
Law Makes It Hard On Woman Who Aided Stray Calves
In Champaign Illinois Mrs Nelson Dinkle faced a harsh estray law after finding six calves wandering near her Seymour area farm. Without facilities she kept them in her chicken yard hoping the owner would claim them. She must care for the calves for a year and then may sell and remit proceeds after expenses. She must also report findings have appraised value and publish a three week notice.
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Champaign
Ill
Nelson Dinkle
Seymour
Burglar Frustrated by Restaurant Break-In
A thief caught in a restaurant after 4 a.m. sought escape through a rear exit and skylight but failed. He fled to an adjacent apartment, was discovered, and sneaked back downstairs. Officers nabbed him as his pants fell to reveal $8.10 in small change from the robbery.
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Washington
No Smoking Sign Causes Irish Bus Confusion
A bus driver points to a No Smoking sign as an Irish passenger who denies smoking insists he is not. The exchange features a back-and-forth over the sign and the pipe, ending with the man affirming he is not walking.
Scotch Man Reaches For A Restaurant Check
An artist seeks a new still life avoiding usual subjects and asks a friend for a novel idea. The friend proposes painting a Scotch man reaching for a restaurant check, suggesting a humorous, unconventional composition.
Horse and Automobile Clash in 1902 Tale
In 1902 a Stanley Steamer owner spots a horse and buggy and offers to lead the horse past the auto. The elderly reins holder refuses, telling the driver to lead the old lady past the contraption while he handles the horse himself.
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Stanley
Family quips over daughter's beauty parlors debts
In a humorous exchange, Papa Toomer defends spending on his daughter’s appearance while a neighbor jokes that the habit drains him, and Toomer admits the expense is driven by her appeal rather than intent to overspend.
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Papa Toomer
Mr. Toomer
Bad His Price
Two exhausted travelers rest under a shade tree on a country lane. One asks if the other would trade places for money up to a million dollars, but each time the reply is no. The first then declares that with a sudden change, money would be worth consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of the Open Road
Bettest Bargain for a Kiss Over Castor Oil
A curly haired boy charms his aunt who offers ten cents for a kiss. He declines, claiming he can earn more than twice that by drinking castor oil. The playful exchange reveals a humorous household moment.
Never a dull moment in this house
A weary mother hears the baby cry in the nursery then discovers the infant crying out in distress. The elder child asks what is wrong with the baby and the mother calms them, only to realize the baby now understands the situation.
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Junior
Watchman Clarence Barnard in Merchant Marine on Harvard
Doak, a former Clare resident, serves as a watchman aboard the Steamer Harvard in the Merchant Marine and can be reached at the Marine Post Office Detroit 22 Michigan.
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Clarence Barnard. Doak
Clare
Merchant Marine
Harvard
Marine
Detroit
Michigan
Card of Thanks from Blanche Hatfield and Family
The Hatfield family in Farwell expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors especially the M. E. church and Rev. Leslie Nevins for comfort. They also thank the Rebekah lodge for the lunch and extend appreciation to all who offered support.
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M. HE. Church
Farwell
Leslie Nevins
Rebekah Lodge
Blanche Hatfield
Appreciation for Cards and Gifts After Hospital Stay
Barbara Jean Kennedy thanks friends for cards and gifts given during her hospital stay and after returning home. She also extends gratitude to Gateway Lanes for a generous donation.
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Gateway Lanes
Barbara Jean Kennedy
Appreciation for sympathy in death of William S. Wengert
The family expresses sincere thanks to neighbors friends and relatives for expressions of sympathy and flowers following the death of husband and father William S. Wengert.
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William S. Wengert
Birthday Thanks From Meda Wood
Mrs. Meda Wood expresses gratitude to friends for the lovely birthday cards she received.
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Meda Wood
Tough Jobs Highlighted By Bob's Sales & Service
Federal tracks will handle tough jobs economically at Bob's Sales and Service located at 210 McEwan Street in Clara.
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Federal
Bob's Sales & Service
McEwan St
Clara
Penny Supper in Farwell Hall Saturday Night
The Farwell Rebekahs host a Penny Supper in the 1.0.C.F. Hall on Saturday night April 8. Proceeds support lodge activities and community programs.
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Farwell Rebekahs
C.F. Hall
Deceased candidate thanks supporters for city election votes
A letter from a deceased individual thanks friends for 247 votes for City Commissioner and a burial from Masonic brothers. The writer announces plans to run for city office yearly, mentions rising from the dead a day early, and says they will be in the city to meet friends.
Appreciation for kindness during illness to many churches and friends
The Baneys thank Loomis Missionary church Brown Corners U B church Eagle Church of God Colonyville Church of God Clare Church of God Baptist Methodist and Nazarene churches Mary and Martha Society The Phimsey school and teacher Mrs Lynch for cards food money and prayers for Hsteline during her long illness. May God bless all.
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Loomis Missionary Church
Brown Corners
U. B
Eagle Church of God and
Young People's Society
Colonyile Church of God
Clare Church of God
Baptist
Methodist and Nazarene
Mary and Martha Society
Phimsey School
Lynch
Hsteline
J. Baney
Community Hospital patient thanks Vernon neighbors and Saints
A patient thanks Vernon neighbors for flowers cards and letters received during illness at the Community Hospital. Gratitude is also extended to the Saints of God for prayers offered on their behalf. May God bless each and every one of you.
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Vernon Neighbors
Community Hospital
Saints of God
Easter Chicks Arrive in Seven Colors at Clare Farm
Real live colored baby chicks of heavy breeds in seven colors and ducklings available starting April 3 at Clare. Visit to see them or place orders for any quantity. George Bryant contact phone 220 2613.
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George Bryant
Clare
Dover Store Fire Thanks to Helpers and Neighbors
We thank all who helped save our store and home from burning including the ladies and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas White in Dover.
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Mrs
Thomas White
NO MONEY DOWN On your major repair work
Dan McDonald, Your Friendly Ford Dealer offers no money down options for major repair work, presenting a financing pitch aimed at easing big service costs for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan McDonald
Silver King Tractor Sales and Service
Norman V. Myers operates Silver King Tractor Sales and Service located 214 miles east of Cornwall Farm, offering tractor sales and maintenance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver King Tractor
Sales Arid Service
Norman V. Myers
Cornwall Farm
Open for Business: Laws and Welding Trade Note
Fragmentary notice references acetylene welding and a business at Brown near Clare with unclear dates and directions. Names and precise location are incomplete but imply a local trades or shop listing. Further readable details are needed to identify entities, dates, or ownership.
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John Lower
Brown
Clare
In Memoriam Lena Verrette 1932 Memorial Verse
A widow text memorial notes the passing of Lena Verrette on April 2 1932. The poem laments loss and recalls her kindness and close family ties. The speaker, a child, struggles with grief while visiting a tombstone and reflecting on memories of love and faith.
In memory of our wife and mother Apr 1 1949
In memory of our wife and mother who passed away one year ago. She is gone but not forgotten we miss her smiling face. We couldn't keep her longer for her time had come to go. Roy Schaar and Family.
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Lena Verrette
Roy Schaar
Clare City Commissioners Thank Voters for Strong Support
Clare voters praise the city commission at the election, pledging efficient, constructive and economical administration. Albert Haley John Hi Davy Earl H. Morgan James L. Grove City Commissioners invite continued participation at future meetings.
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Clare
Albert Haley
John Hi. Davy
Earl H. Morgan
James L
Grove City
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Clare Inn
Red Cross
Marian Holton
Perfly
Kroger Company
Kroger
William J. Lanning
Main
Baggars
Charles
Papa
France
Holland
Belgium
Papa Cheroux
Ia Cadatage
Colma Radio
Michael Curtiz
Arthur Wister Mays
Citizen's State Bank
Bob's Sales and Sérvicertilare
Memoriam
Verrette’Childrer
Clare Voters
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