State Primary Fund Totals Reach 10 Million Plus
Clare County receives 27541.00 as its share with 2623 attendance figures and a per child apportioned amount of 210.50. Superintendent Thomas Johnson announced the statewide total fund distribution of 10,260,568.50 based on 997,197 children ages 5 to 21, noting it will be the highest per capita and total since 1907 except for a court action year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas ©. Johnson
Boards of Education
Clare County
Arthur
Clare Guy
Franklin
Freeman
Frost
Garfield
Grant
Greenwood
Hamilton
Barrison City
Hatton
Hayes
Lincoln
Redding
Sheridan
Summerfield
Surrey
Winterfield
Suit Commenced Against Charles H Gould in Circuit Court
Gould Undertaking Company filed suit in the Circuit Court against Charles H Gould, former stockholder and manager. Andrew N Friz, who bought Gould’s interest May 5 1921, seeks to enforce a five year non engagement clause and injunction to stop Gould from operating as an undertaker in Clare Farwell and nearby areas until a final hearing before Judge Hart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gould Undertaking Company
Charles H. Gould
C. H. Gould
Andrew N. Friz
Friz
Gould Undertaking
Clare and Vicinity
Gould
Farwell
Hart
Farwell and
Accora
Vicinity
OC. A. Reading
Jon
Sonia Gt
Seah
Obme
A. Gegid
Robinett Family Seventh Annual Reunion Held at Wood's Grove
The Seventh Annual Robinett reunion gathered August 17 at Wood's Grove with 107 attendees. Rain forced a switch to Mayo and Mrs. Robinett’s home before returning to a maple-shaded feast. Officers were re-elected, a brief program followed, and distant relatives from Ohio and Michigan attended. There have been one marriage, three deaths, and four births since last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinett
Atwood’s Grove
Waedesday
Mayo Robinett
Emmet Robinett
Herbert Hines
Samuel McDonald
Reading
Frank Coats
Jackson
Ward Fiegal
Blair Fiegal
Demma Roegisser
Lant C. Robinett
Howard
Owen
Freeman
Otis Heller
Eden
Ohio
Thelma Robinett
Ypsilanti
Linnie Hood
Dorothy
Mt Morris
Abner Fisher
Biarrienon
Tners
Former Clare Citizen Ida Burgess Dies in Owosso
Ida Burgess nee Boornam died at her daughter’s home in Owosso on August 17 after a long illness. She was 64 years old, born August 27, 1856 in Barry county, married to Lorenzo Barges in 1877, with seven children. three survive along with a sister, a brother, twelve grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral conducted at the F M Church in Clare with Rev. C B Milberry officiating, interment at Gilmore cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Powers
Owosso
Ida Burgess
Clare
Ida Boornam
Barry County
Lorenzo Bargees
Hastings
Michigan
Maud Arrand
Flint
Elinora Drake
Holly
Pearl Powers
Owoaso
Isabella County
Lve
Owoseo
Clara
F. M
C B. Milberry
Gilmore Cemetery
Corbin Buckley Marry in Vernon Town Church
Rev. B Milberry officiated the Baptist patronage service Tuesday evening uniting Miss Chioetta Corbin and Sneed of Vernon Town. Attendants included Juanita Ginn Fannie Corbin and Byron Ginn. They plan housekeeping on the groom’s farm. Wheat milling and farewell wishes noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Milberry
Ah Martite
Chioetta Corbin
Sneed
Vernon Town
Juanita Ginn
Fannie Corbin
Byron Ginn
Refrigerating Machine Installed In City
This week marked the first installation of a refrigerating machine in the city. L. W. Jackson placed it in active service Wednesday morning to chill a large meat box and display cases. The two ton unit, costing 2000, uses ammonia gas and water condensers to reach 33 to 40 degrees, improves sanitary conditions, and plans call for doubling meat box capacity later. Wm Francia of Brecht Co. of St. Louis installed the plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. W. Jackson
Jackson
Wm. Francia
Brecht Co
St. Louis
Cochran and Bennett Family Reunion at Emerson Farm
The third Cochran and Bennett reunion gathered 79 guests at Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Tubbs farm in Emerson Gratiot County near Ithaca on August 6 1921. A program followed dinner with singing prayer readings and toasts. 72 relatives answered the roll call. An officers’ slate was elected with Mrs. Wre. Tubbs president Geo. Cochrane vice president and Mrs. Clinton Cochrane treasurer. Ice cream and cake ended the day and attendees planned to meet next year at Robert Cochran’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cochran
Bennett
Wm. Tubbs
Emerson
Gratiot County
Ithaca
J. J. Adams
Detroit
Henry Kipp
Haldab Harvey
Jackson
Robert Vochran
Jerry Bennett
Robert Warper
Jerry Benonett, Jr
Willma
Donica Ankney
Deibert Pendell
John Raymond
Winston
Carson Harvey
Arlington
Fred Cole
L. F. Pendell
Dan Carlson
John Loar
Glen Hale
Clare
James McLean
Clamies
Breckenridge
Robert Cochrane
America
Wre. Tubbs
Geo. Cochrane
Clinton Cochrane
Floyd Jones
Rosanna Thompson Dies After Illness in Gilmore Township
Rosanna Thompson of Tilsonburg Ontario died after a short illness while visiting at the home of her sister the Gordons in Gilmore township. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon with Rev. C. Milberry presiding and burial planned in her home city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gordon
Gilmore Township
Rosanna Thompson
Tilsonberg
Can
CO. B. Milberry
Set Home City
Five County League Standings and Upcoming Games
Standings not included. Schedule notes indicate August 11 Harrison at Barryton and August 25 Harrison at Gladwin. Next week’s games list August 27 Barryton at Weidman and August 28 Clare at Gladwin Coleman at Harrison.
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Harrison
Barryton
Gladwin
Weidman
Clare
Clare A
Coleman
Ralph Bert Ott Departs This Life
Ralph Bert Ott born August 28 1906 in Hatton Township Clare County died August 17 1921 at age 11 months 21 days after an illness from appendicitis and peritonitis His family recalls him as a ray of sunshine and he is mourned by his father Henry Ott mother Kate Ott brothers Joan and Walter sisters Christine and Margaret and many relatives and friends
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Bert Ott
Henry
Kate Ott
Hatton Township
Clare County
Ralph
Joan
Walter
Christine
Margaret
Farwell Churches Propose Labor Day Resolution Against Gambling
Members of three churches and the Christian Temperance Union of Farwell present a Concession committee resolution for Labor Day urging no gambling on streets or public venues. They fear loss of youths funds to enticing games and aim for a cleaner, safer celebration for visitors and residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Temperance Union of
Farwell
Sata
Evart Lodgs Knights of Pythies No. 78
Caceola County
Evart
Damon and Pythise
Pythianu Order
Knights of Pythias
Grand Lodge
Evyart Knights of Pythias
Bellville
Knight of Pythias
Osceola County
Evart Keights of
Pythian
Eva
Knights of Pythings
Thanks for kindness in our mother's death
We, the Arrand, Drake, and Powers families, express gratitude for the support shown after our mother’s passing. This notice also includes a notice to dog owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arrand
Drake
Powers
Hunters and dogs threaten farm. dogs to be shot
On the farm of J.T. Brown & Son the owners announce nine sheep were killed by dogs and warn that after the date they will vigorously prosecute all hunters and shoot any dogs found running at large. An additional notice advertises a black Spanish thoroughbred register for sale by Geo. Bryant in Clare.
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Recstere
Geo. Bryant
Clare
Card of Thanks for Kindness in Illness and Death
We thank friends and neighbors for acts of kindness during illness and death of our beloved wife and mother. Grateful for floral offerings, singers, and Rev Milberry for his care. From RB Rockwell and Mr. and Mrs. O C Rockwell.
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Milberry
Rockwell
O. C. Rockwell
Oldest Pioneer Mrs C H Rockwell Passes in Clare
Mrs. C H Rockwell longtime Clare resident died Aug 9 after fifty four years in the community. She married Charlea H Rockwell in 1866 and left four children with C C Rockwell the survivor. Funeral held Sunday at home with Rev C B Milberry officiating and burial at Cherry Grove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
C. H. Rockwell
Jannette Almira Wilson
Painsville
Ohio
Crawford County
Charlea H. Rockwell
Cambridge Springs
Wae
Ora A
Clarence L
Bertha Harritte
C. C. Rockwell
Michigan
Cisre
W. W. Decker
Seymour Wilson
Mre. C. &. Glenn
Franklin
William Wilson
Pleasant Valley
Bert Wilson
North West
C. B. Milberry
Cherry Grove
Cider Mill at Clare Opens Weekly Notice
L. R. Butterfield announces the Clare cider mill will remain open on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and Friday each week until further notice. Public notification of ongoing business hours and location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Body of War Veteran to Be Brought Home
The remains of Sgt. Rush C. Davis from Greenwood township, killed in France on July 18, 1918, arrived in Hoboken August 25 and will be taken to Harrison for a funeral with plans under way for honorable services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rush C. Davis
France
Harrison
Wm. Davis
Greenwood Township
Hoboken
N. J
Clare County
Missing Barrett Jack No 1 theft notice
M E Green of Clare Michigan reports a Barrett Jack No 1 from the Duff Mfg Co was stolen from the Robert Reed farm well machine. A reward offered for information leading to its recovery. Contact 313 Seventh St Clare Mich or call 306.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duff Mfg. Co
Robert Reed Farm
M. E. Green
Seventh St
Clare
Mich
Notice to High School Students at Clare County Savings Bank
Notice to high school students from J. P. Jones of the Baptist church. Office at the rear of the Clare County Savings Bank will be open Monday to Thursday evenings next week from 7:30 to 9:00 for upper four grades city and rural students to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare County Savings Bank
Weidman Tops Clare In Tuesday 10-2 Victory
Weidman defeated Clare 10 to 2 on their home field Tuesday after six tight innings and three lopsided frames. Clare had chances to score in later innings but failed to capitalize as Weidman seized momentum and earned the win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Innocents
Clare
Weidman
Clara
Clare's Most Popular Lady Contest Underway in City
A contest to determine Clare's most popular lady is being conducted across the city. Voting places include the Princess Theatre Kirkpatrick's Drug Store Derby's Candy Kitchen and Dixieland. Watch Princess Theatre for the official list of contestants and prize details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Princess Theatre
Kirkpatrick’s
Derby
Candy Kitchen
Dixieland
Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
We express sincere gratitude to neighbors and friends for acts of kindness during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother. Thanks also to the Royal Neighbors the W.R.2 the caregivers and for the beautiful floral offerings. John F. P. Staeaffer Daniel John and Herbert Steaifec.
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W.R.2
Eaiagers
School Opens Tuesday September 6 After Labor Day
Following a board meeting the district announces school will reopen in all departments on Tuesday September 6. Grades many will meet in church buildings with high school work mostly at home and tuition set at 40 dollars under new policy with 66 dollars max in rural districts. Book replacement and credit plans described for grades and high school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
Congregational Church
Lutheran Church
Epworth
Pew
C. A. Reading
Ude
Jose
American Legion Post Plans Military Funeral Details
In July 1918 Arnold C. Davis of Morrison made the supreme sacrifice overseas. His body is expected to arrive in Hoboken on August 25 and Larman Post is asked to assist in the funeral. All members should attend Friday night meeting August 26 to advance plans. N. L. Tidbils, Post Com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anold C. Davia
Morrison
Hoboken
Larman
Angmuet
N. L. Tidbils
Post
Notice to employ high school student for room and board
Citizens advised to arrange services of a high school student for room or board or both. Call 38 in the evening next week or 196 during the day. Interested students may obtain work by calling immediately. P Jones superintendent. Inquire at 205 W. 5th Street.
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P. Jones
Also Mentioned on This Page
Qurea
Corbin
Buckley
Cochrane and Bennett
Elim Grove
Five County League
Farwell Churches
J.T. Brown & Son
L. R. Butterfield
J. P. Jones
Knights OF
Pythias
Marion
Rhe Clare
John FP
Staeaffer Daniel, John and
Herbért Steaifec
American Legion
Sth
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