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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1934
Page
2
Warm breezes and rising sun spur interest in Twin Elms Golf Course as golfers anticipate a busy season. The piece recalls past seasons and warns that most injuries stem from carelessness, with a vivid note on a winter scene where a snow‑filled branch formed a large icicle reaching toward the ground.
An account from Clare county notes a dentist's score pursuit during a round. A ball struck a spectator in the eye prompting a petition to repaint the course and rope off the greens after thawed turf. The tournament committee seeks mutual benefit for grounds lovers and publicity efforts.
The piece argues railroads play a vital part in Michigan's economy and school funding, urging public understanding to ease excessive regulation and ensure continued contributions to the state’s primary school fund. It stresses rail lines relieve about half the cost of public education and calls for steady railroad aid through public support.
An old friend urges Mickie to remember her by gifting the home town newspaper. The plea emphasizes a personal connection and the simple act of sharing local news as a keepsake.
Coming events note church and club gatherings in Clare. Zenobia O B S meets monthly at Dover Gospel Tabernacle. American Legion post and auxiliary meet on Mondays. Clare Chamber of Commerce adjourned to April 16. Good Literature Club on April 24. Study Club next Tuesday at 2 30 p m. Maccabees host social at Mrs Edw Russell’s home next Wednesday. scout program planned.
J Burnett is re-elected as county chairman. The report lists a slate of appointed officials and committee members including Settlement Co. officers, road and drainage commissioners, sheriff and deputy, justice of the peace, probate records, tax apportionment, and various county committees with multiple surnames named for each role.
Official notice of a special election on April 30 1984 to approve or disapprove Act No 40 extra session 1934 authorizing spending 38 874 458 42 for unemployment relief hospital construction armories highway projects and bridge improvements in Michigan with the governor’s writ dated March 28 1934 and signed in Harrison April 12 1934.
The State Department of Agriculture notes it does not issue free garden seeds. Seeds may be obtained from the county in some cases. Farmers needing money for seed or supplies should apply to the Production Credit Association secretary-treasurer in their district, with the state divided into eighteen districts. Further details available from the department.
A quote from Uncle Eben ponders eating at a lunch and asks how long he will be allowed to stay, dismissing inquiry into others’ meals. The remark highlights humor and social dynamics in a communal meal setting.
Farmers must deliver all livestock for shipment by 2:00 p m Tuesday April 24. Gambles Agency runs a Spring Sale starting Friday April 18 at 107 West With St. Clare with Farmers Ind Produce Co advertising.
A local note cites CG M G 4 20 34 warning residents to watch for hand bills being distributed in the area. The item emphasizes caution about unsolicited solicitations and advises scrutiny of any materials encountered.
Mrs Lena Fouch Perrou born February 26 1871 in Mt Pleasant moved with her father to Gladwin at age eight and settled in Clare in 1918 She married Frank Perrou November 16 1889 and they had a daughter Geneva Powers She died April 5 1934 at 63 survived by husband daughter three grandchildren and many relatives Funeral services were held at the residence with burial at Chippewa cemetery near Mt Pleasant.
George W. Butcher, born December 28 1876 in Car's Mills Ohio, died April 4 1934 at age 58. Survived by wife Effie Simpson and children Ira George Mrs C W Winchell and Mrs Thomas Cook plus grandchildren. He lived in the county most of his life and worked for the Clare County Road Commission thirteen years until 1933. Out of town funeral attendees included Jesse Simpson and others from Sheppard Mt. Pleasant and Toledo.
We extend sincere thanks to all who assisted during the sickness and death of our husband and father. Grateful for flowers and kindness from Mrs Hiatt for songs Rev Elliott for comforting words and Mr Friz. From Mrs Effie Butcher and children.
The Clare Shipping Association announces next shipping dates on Tuesday April 17 and May 1. Contact R Brooks Walter White, Shippers at 206F22.
To the voters of Third Ward this is to thank you for your support in the recent election which I shall hope to merit. Edward A White affidavit signed message from a local candidate thanking supporters.
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