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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1943
Page
4
Housewives were urged to preserve ration free foods by fully using Michigan grown produce at peak production. C Wall of A&P said two fruits and three vegetables suitable for canning will be abundant, notably snap beans corn tomatoes peaches apples.
The 4412 Common Council of Clare bans cycling after dark without clearly visible lights. The ordinance requires proper illumination on bicycles to comply with applicable statute.
Mrs. Alice Loomis of the American Legion Auxiliary says the drive will run through August with Boy Scouts canvassing the city for old records to supply material for making new records for armed forces. Any condition accepted. drop offs at Clare Drug, Clare Hardware, or Gays 5 and 10c store. Radios not allowed on battle fleet vessels or front lines where Government supplies record players.
Special revival meetings will be held at the Standard Church in Rosebush from August 8 to 22 led by evangelist and singer EB Hold en of Belleville Ontario Canada. Evening services occur daily at 7 45 except Saturdays with Sunday services at 10 00 2 30 and 7 30. All welcome 432 F N Crawford Pastor.
Mrs. Jennie Pierson expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for cards and kind letters received during illness.
A. J. Carncross announces no more ice for sale and expresses gratitude to all customers for their patronage.
The use of gliders assumes local air superiority as they would be vulnerable in daytime without fighter protection.
High school graduates may apply by September 21 for paid training at St Elizabeths Hospital Washington D C. Selected via written test, trainees receive room board meals medical care and $288 yearly. after three years graduate nurse certificates and promotion potential to $1 970 yearly plus overtime. Obtain forms from Harl Tupper Clare Post Office or US Civil Service Commission Washington 25 DC.
The corps of engineers and the army air forces developed a demountable hangar that can be airlifted and erected in hours. A steel frame with hinged sections nests for shipment and canvas walls attach via rope lacing. Set up time is 12 to 18 hours.
Troop carrying gliders are packed in olive drab wooden crates to advance invasion bases. The largest fuselage crate measures 25 by 8 by 7 feet and doubles as shelter, with insulation to protect occupants.
The eighth century jade objects found at La Venta Mexico captivate scholars with emerald green gem jade and lesser stones. The finds highlight the mystery of jade sources in Middle and the New World as no natural jade deposits have been located there.
The Civil War period sparked rapid expansion in industry and agriculture. Between 1870 and 1880 over 40 000 miles of railroad were built, with 3 000 miles more in the following decade. Coal output rose from 33 million to 157 million tons by 1890, iron production quadrupled, copper and silver surged, and steel output climbed from 2 600 tons to 1 000 000 tons annually in 12 years.
A note recalls the opening of the first petroleum well in the United States in 1859 marking the start of commercial oil exploration. It highlights key figures and locations associated with the breakthrough era.
Michigan Navy Recruiting Stations report Seabees enlistments and inductions in early July rose over 80 percent from June as 40 percent of new enlistees earned petty officer ratings. Commander Buller cited policy tying ratings and pay to civilian experience, and listed needed trades from auto mechanics to welders.
Frederick Athey passed away in Bay City on Sunday after a long illness. A prayer service was held at his home at 2:00 PM followed by funeral services at the Arthur town hall at 2:30 PM with Rev. Chas. Kleinhardt officiating. Interment was in Arthur Cemetery. Out of town relatives attending included Edward Athey and Ivan Heiser of Midland, George Athey of Flint, Bertha Every and Byron Athey of Lansing, Orin Spicer and George Spicer of Beaverton, and Grant Keeler of Vestaburg.
Mrs Donald B E Holbrook, City War Club Chairman, attended the Civilian War Service and Neighborhood War Club Conference in Grand Rapids on July 27. Speakers included Glenn Jackson of the U S Office of Civilian Defense and Don Weeks, director of Civilian War Service in Michigan. The event covered neighborhood leadership, meetings, NOWIC roles, and distribution of supplies with a question and answer session.
Motorists must endorse ration coupons immediately when a vehicle registration number changes. Endorsements will appear on the front cover of the book. Gasoline coupons stay the same except A to D and T types require license number and state in a specified area. Fleet and official books may use official designation instead.
Isabella and Clare County Grangers are urged to attend as W. G. Armstrong Master of the Michigan State Grange speaks at Union Grange Monday August 9 at 9:00 pm. The address promises an interesting and timely message for all members.
Gulf Refining Company Eastern Production division announces personnel moves. Eugene Hosford and family relocate from Chase Kansas to assume District Engineer duties and occupy the Grays home as they move to Burbank Oklahoma. Harland Scott Jr moves to Tulsa office. Harry Swannack from Burbank replaces him. Kelly Gibson leaves for Tulsa to join the armed forces. Thomas Barrett from Seminole Oklahoma takes his place locally. Janet Duncan works temporarily while attending Central Michigan College of Education in Mt Pleasant.
The twenty ninth annual Robinett family reunion is scheduled for Sunday August 15 in Cotton's Grove Sheridan township. Mrs J C Newman serves as secretary and coordinates details.
In loving memory of Mrs Matilda Robinett who passed away July 31, 19. Her son Menzo and daughters Willa and Dee Robinett, and daughters in law Nettie Barber Minnie James and Mable Dysinger send remembrance.
A historical note reports that women hold about one quarter of all jobs in the United States. The statistic emphasizes rising female participation in the labor market.
An allotment of forty inch wide by 300 foot long paper table cloths has been received. Individuals and organizations using these cloths are advised to secure supply now as restock is uncertain.
Dover Sunday School thanks attendees and donors for a successful picnic at Shingley Lake. Gratitude expressed to Pfetsch Gilmore and VanDen Burgh for watermelon Harl Foss for cake and Mrs Pillsbury for leading games.
The Koontz family expresses appreciation to friends neighbors and nurses for kindness during the illness and death of beloved husband and father Jerrie B. Koontz Blanche Koontz and family
A note of thanks expresses appreciation for cards, fruit, flowers, prayers, and kindness from friends and neighbors during a long illness, with special thanks to Dr Ballard and his wife. Signed by Kola McDonel.
State inspected convalescent home near Clare Farwell area on US-10 offers tender care for elderly and infirm. BotE Mrs Rose Morrow oversees operations with a focus on dignified nursing and comfortable residence.
Classified notes advertise a full range of apiculture gear including hives supers frames sections and foundations. The seller Edgar DelLyie lists location three miles south and one mile west of Farwell.
A new lot of non rationed Play Sandals for women has arrived. Blue fabric uppers and rope details noted. Stamp not required. Bleming TM Shoe Co in Glate Michigan listed with blemish concerns.
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