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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1940
Page
12
Mrs Leo Oden and many others hosted bridge and card parties across town. Winners included Mrs George White Mrs Harold Jones and James Langston with prizes at Five Hundred and Straight Hight. Luncheons followed and hospitality noted at several homes.
Mrs. Theo Wallington hosted the Methodist Ladies Auxiliary meeting at her Beech Street home. Rev J A Rogers led scripture, reflections on peace, and prayer, with the high school trumpet quartet under Richard Greenfield providing entertainment.
Mrs Thos Groves was the guest of honor at a Sunday birthday dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Wallace Johnson. Seventeen family members attended at the Johnson residence, with sweet peas decor and a large birthday cake. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Paul Sheponski, Mr and Mrs Leo Peterson, Mr and Mrs Dales Groves, Mr and Mrs Dick Groves, Thos Groves John, Jéan, Joy Groves, and grandchildren John Winn Dunlop and Judy Johnson.
The Methodist Ladies Aid met at the Parsonage Friday afternoon with eleven members present. Mrs. Rose Aberhart presided and a favorable report was given on the luncheon served at the Haworth Leagher Rally. Members then sewed guilt blocks. Mrs. Herbert Randall hosts next week.
Mrs. D. A. Derby was surprised Monday by twelve Book of the Month club members at her home. A pre birthday dinner featured a sixteen candle cake by Mrs. Howard Brown, birthday cards, and a gift from club president Mrs. William Spencer.
W J Woodward was the honored guest at a Sunday turkey dinner and family gathering marking his 72nd birthday. Illness at his Clare home moved the event to his daughter and son-in-law Tom Hilcott’s house in Farwell. Woodward, a longtime Clare business owner and Hudson Essex dealer, was feted with gifts flowers and cards. Relatives from Port Dover and Royal Oak joined including Lorne Myers Laurie Woodward and others.
The Methodist Sunday School Board met in church parlours at 6 40 PM Monday for a pot luck dinner. Superintendent B H Sternaman presided. They discussed plans for a father and son banquet on Thursday evening April 25. Other teacher concerns were addressed. It was voted to present a children s day program May 26 with Mrs H T Ruark in charge and assisted by primary and junior department teachers.
Seventeen Rebekahs met at their hall on Tuesday with three officers absent and nine Past Noble Grands present. Mrs. Fannie Schultz was introduced as the new Vice President of District 20. Mrs. Minnie Wilkie reported on the Mt Pleasant meeting held April 3. Mrs. Etta Howard won the mystery box. under the direction of Mrs. Elizabeth McIntosh, District Deputy President, members practiced for the Coleman program Thursday evening.
Relatives and friends gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Larman for a surprise party in honor of Grandma Magnus on her seventy fourth birthday. A delicious supper was served at 7 30 p m and grandchildren served lunch later. gifts were given to the celebrant.
The Pieces of Eight club were entertained at the Norris Blystone home Tuesday evening with Mrs Blystone and Miss Dorothy Shaver as hostesses. Miss Margery Ackerman was guest. High score in contract went to Miss Marjory Parish, second to Miss Hivelyn Dalton. Mrs Bigstove received a birthday surprise gift and lunch including birthday cake.
Commander John W. Dunlop of the Clare American Legion Post announces word from State Legion Headquarters that May 24, 1940 is the final date for preferential naturalization treatment for alien veterans who served with US armed forces. Local WWI veterans are urged to act promptly under the law.
Clare American Legion Post officials urge disabled World War veterans and their spouses or widows to file exemption claims by May 2 under Michigan law. Eligible veterans with three months or more service and United States Veterans Administration recognized disability may exempt up to 2000 dollars. exemption does not apply if the property is assessed above 5000 dollars. An urging notice to file at once.
Walter H. Larman Post Drum and Bugle Corps held its first meeting of 1940 officers, with President Edward G. Johnston outlining goals and arranging expert musical instruction. The auxiliary discussed 1940 poppy sales, approved 1000 poppies, and set school poster prizes. A new baby prompted a gift for Frank William.
Local Sons of the American Legion officials announce that this year the Song organization will participate in the American Legion Convention in Bay City in late August. Registration is nominal, housing at Handy Junior High, with cots and showers available. Local squadrons should pre‑register attendees, and Clare members may join.
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