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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1926
Page
1
Clare officers seek the owner of a new Ford sedan after a Sunday night crash near Clare in which Lorin T. Smith of Detroit found the other car. The Ford driver walked away and has not been seen. a license plate and a Mt. Clemens Michigan hand bill were recovered.
State inspector L H Taft praised White and Son fruit farm at Clare for two acres of red raspberries equal to any in Michigan and noted the seven acre plot overall is top tier. The 20 acre site grows berries flowers fruit with a large plum orchard east of Ludington and a 500 tree peach orchard. The farm ships blackberries to Detroit and sells many Roses Dahlias and Gladiolus. Visitors are welcome.
John Baird director of the state conservation department issued an order closing the southern quarter of Budd Lake at Harrison in Hayes township section 28 town 19 north range 4 west to all fishing until June 16 1927 to protect bass recently planted. Ralph Hughes of Harrison representing the Clare County Sportsmen's Club said another bass shipment was applied for and expected soon.
Moving to Lansing Johnson offers household effects for sale Saturday August 21 at 2 00 PM at 204 East State Street residence Mrs Martin Pettibone.
Last week Hotel Doherty management installed an independent water system as a precaution against shortage or pressure loss. A two inch well provides water, with an automatic electric pump delivering 1500 gallons per hour to all parts of the building, maintaining about 50 pounds pressure during long tests.
Rivalry rises among Mt Pleasant Country Club golfers as members chase lower scores. M B Gallagher of Clare Hardware holds a 39 for nine holes on a par 34 course, while George V Collins has shot 42 this week after several 43s and hopes to reach 40 soon.
Beaverton to dedicate the Norma's Camp Home for Crippled Children with corner stone laid August 22 at 2 PM EST. The site was donated by Detroit businessman Jarvis W. Guest who also serves as president along with officers George B. Walters Edsel B. Ford and Richard B. Reading. The Michigan Grand Lodge F and A M will oversee ceremonies with music by the Elks band and J H Hudson's male quartette. Reverend H B Johnson heads the entertainment committee.
Firemen stage a unique Grand Celebration in Clare on August 18 featuring a tire changing contest by ladies in a Ford. Contest at 7 pm emphasizes speed. Entrants should contact I E Hampton sales and service. first prize provided by the event, second prize a Clare Sentinel subscription.
A Clare farm promotes White's Red Raspberry boxes as heavier with more juice, claiming quality justifies price. It notes seven acres, large crew, one season price, and statewide shipping from White's Fruit & Floral Farm at East Sixth Street, Clare, phone 142.
In Clare county's fishing tale Dell Kemp, longtime top catcher and storyteller, loses to his wife during a Tuesday mill pond trip. She lands two pike of 23 and 20 inches while he nets a single 12 inch fish, confirming her surprising victory.
Howard W. Jones completes a cement block building in central Michigan then installs the newest dry cleaning machinery to serve a growing patronage. He claims the plant will employ the latest methods and offer service not to be equaled in the area.
D andY Cleaning Service promotes its latest dry cleaning equipment and offers unexcelled service for gowns suits coats curtains and rugs. All work guaranteed at reasonable prices and customers are invited to trial the service. Mrs La Gear will attend the Vogue Shoppe on Tuesday instead of Thursday of next week.
A political advertisement seeks support for Nealie Cook in the sheriff primary, urging readers to back her name on the ballot and noting expected momentum before the election.
For rent one half of a double garage with inquiries directed to this office for details and arrangements.
A Clare holiday is proclaimed for Wednesday August 18 to host a full day of entertainment. The program features bands, dances, free movies, street sports, and fire fighting demonstrations plus numerous prize contests funded by local merchants and banks.
A pleasant evening at the O. H. S. Chapter rooms followed a business session as Mrs. IF Haller, treasurer for twenty two years, marked another milestone with a token gift and a birthday cake.
Announcement states city barber shops will be open Tuesday evening and will close Wednesday afternoon for the firemen's celebration. Mr and Mrs O B Derby of Lapeer are guests this week at the home of their son Mr and Mrs C A Derby.
Hon Pred Green mayor of Ionia and Republican governor candidate will address Clare city park Saturday August 21 at 8 PM. He is a noted orator on economic and popular topics and will present his campaign personally. A Green-for-Governor dinner for county committee members and Clare businessmen is planned at Hotel Doherty Saturday August 21 at 6 PM.
A lightning bolt during an early week thunderstorm struck the W. C. Cornwell farm near Arthur township. The tenant house and large barn were destroyed along with 100 tons of hay and a windmill. Estimated loss is $8,000 with partial insurance coverage.
At the H. L. Cleveland home on August 8 the second Spicer family reunion gathered relatives from Beaverton Westaburg Clare Lansing Arthur and Flint. Seventy-one shared dinner ice cream and cake then elected Floyd Spicer president and Mrs Warren Heiser secretary treasurer for two years. A group photo followed and plans were made to meet next year at Beaverton.
Community notices request all news letters advertisements and items be handed in or mailed by Monday without fail to avoid absence disappointment. Many letters arrive unsigned or with no community name and paper limits double sided writing in printing office. Also invites readers to Firemen's celebration next Wednesday.
Miss Florence Hendrie and Fred Gimmerer quietly married at the Methodist parsonage in Clio at seven o clock Saturday evening. The bride, lifelong Clare resident, has worked for Michigan Bell Telephone Co. as chief operator for years. The groom, long employed by Chevrolet in Flint, previously worked for Michigan Bell in Clare. The couple receive warm wishes from their many friends.
Vernon Hill correspondent reports the second annual Irwin reunion at Stevenson Lake on August 8 with a noon march and a large turnout. Forty seven people sat down to dinner before a ball game and officers were re elected for another year. The next reunion will be at the same site in August.
The Jack Kelly Stock Company performances at the Dunlop lot on East 6th Street this week attract strong audiences with evident applause showing the entertainments are well received by locals.
The business and professional men of Harrison organize a horseshoe club led by B. F. Hampton and Hang Rasmussen. Grounds are leased south of the depot with electric lights at each end. Weekly tournaments every Wednesday draw players and visitors to the course potential state champion prospects.
Clayton L. Montney announces his candidacy for County Drain Commissioner on the Republican ticket in Clare County. He asks voters for support at the September 14 1926 primaries, noting his experience as supervisor and familiarity with the duties of the office.
Troops A and B of the 106th cavalry regiment Michigan National Guard under Major H. T. Weber traveled from Alma to Grayling, a 120 mile journey. The 210 men and horses, plus headquarters and medical units, stopped briefly at Clare to water horses then continued to Harrison for the night. They paraded at Clare county fair grounds to the headquarter staff. The squadron camped at Houghton Lake Monday night and Roscommon Tuesday, arriving in Grayling Wednesday for a seven day encampment.
William H. Arnold reports Lake George tourism thriving despite seasonal road construction. Five new cottages this season with four more under way, plans for more homes, and sale of the McCray estate to Chippman and Company for 11 900. A boulevard is being laid through the property as lots go on sale, underscoring Clare county’s reliance on tourism.
The Princess Theatre schedules August 14 to 25 with these films and acts. The Two Gun Man with Fred Thompson and Silverking headlines Saturday. Sunday features California Straight Ahead with Reginald Denny and a comedy tour de force. Other days showcase That's My Baby with Douglas McLean, Wet Paint with Raymond Griffith, and Fighting Demon with Richard Talmadge. The Merry Widow is advertised for August 24 and 25.
The Standard Church of the Michigan District holds its annual camp meeting at John Y. Johnston’s grove near Hose Bush from August 20 to 29. Daily services at 10:00 am 2:30 pm and 8:00 pm with Rev F R Webster in charge assisted by other workers. Camp with tents on the grounds all are welcome. Secretary Co M Arksey and J Johnston preacher in charge invite attendees.
Mr and Mrs Jed Newsom spent several days last week at Long Lake St Helena and Houghton lakes enjoying a lakeside escape with family and friends.
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