Local residents visit neighbors and travel notes
A collection of brief social items lists Ithaca residents visiting Lake George and New York City, trips by Detroit and Highland Park families, patient updates from Mt Pleasant hospital, WPA office move to Clare County Bank Building, amputation of Chas Haring’s infected leg, and a note on Tibils Jewelry store window with a playful political hint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CG. N. Crittenden
Ithaca
Wm. Lenge
Lois
Lake George
Fred Gaertner
Saginaw
Viorence Parish
David Miller
Archie ‘Bissell
Ludington
Josephine McClain
Mt Pleasant’ Hospital
Lars Dorsey
Roth
Highland Park
Hawkins and Dorseys
Frank Bates
Detroit
Wim. Parsons
Mitchell Furniture Co
District Wpa
Citizens State Bank
Clare County Bank
Www Kh Alexander
Aline Andrus
J. ¥. Tatman
EL Bs Davy
New York City
Wiss Frances
Zengland
Chas. Haring
Bert Jackson
Dolores
John Jackson
Basil Harvey
Bers
Castle Jackson
Kint
Richard Atwood
Maple Grove
Arnold Lake
Orvis Family Reunion Draws 150 Relatives in Sheridan Township
The seventeenth annual Orvis reunion was held August 23 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hrvin Orvis in Sheridan township. About 150 relatives and friends attended a noon dinner, with an afternoon of visiting, games, music, and ice cream. The oldest attendee was Aghn Johnston of Mt. Pleasant and the youngest was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hugene Orvis. Four births and two deaths were recorded in the past year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orvis
Hrvin Orvis
Sheridan Township
Aghn Johnston
Mt. Pleasant
Hugene Orvis
Sac
Revival Meetings At Eagle Church Begin August 30
Revival meetings start Sunday August 30 led by Rev J F Pos der of Fort Wayne Indiana. Morning service at 11 30 and evening rally for youth. S J Honderich leads song service with daily 8 00 start including song and devotion. Pastor M R Honderich invited to join the ministry blessing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Pos der
Fort Wayne
Ind
S. J. Honderich
Ovelcomes
M. R. Honderich
Prank Murphy To Be On Air Tonight At 6 30
The public is urged to tune in to WBCM tonight between 6 45 and 7 00 to hear Prank Murphy. Democratic candidate for governor will speak, and listeners can hear his platform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prank Murphy
WBCM
Rank Murphy
Gor
Notice of Fare and Vicinity Work Scheduling
FP Alexander will be working in fare and vicinity again soon. Phone orders to Miss Frances Anderson or Mrs Fred Doherty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander
Frances Anderson
Fred Doherty
Classified lines seek used books and furniture in Mitchell
Wanted to buy used books and magazines in Mitchell. Also seeking production blanks and related items via Clare Sentinel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchel. Wittiiture . Co
Clare
Sentine
Bobby Coon and Billy Mink Escape Traps by Laughing Brook
Bobby Coon, frightened by a trap near the Laughing Brook, is reassured by Billy Mink that the traps are harmless if paw remains clear. The two meet at an old log and plan to continue exploring the Laughing Brook through openings in the fences until the trapper resets them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobby Coon
Green Forest
Billy Mink
Billy
Laughing Brook
Noth
Trappers Are Warned After Brook Traps Found
Billy Mink and Bobby Coon discover three traps along Laughing Brook and spring two. They warn Little Joe Otter and Jerry Muskrat at Smiling Pool about the danger, then head to safety and share the warning with the others. The group heads to the pool to inform their neighbors of the traps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smiling Pool
Bobby Coon
Billy Mink
Laughing Brook
Bobby
Jerry Muskrat
Little Joe Otter
Little Joe
Billy
Jerry
T. W. Burgess
WNU Service
Dogs Toil In Japan Harnessed For Labor
The text notes Japanese dogs forced to pull carts, including large dogs and fox terriers, laboring 12 hours daily for about 50 cents. It contrasts canine work with human labor, claiming man power is the cheapest resource and that stone-cutters are among the highest paid workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Seeing the Rainbow A Parade of Light Paths
The Washington Star notes no two observers see the same rainbow as light paths vary by eye position. Shoulder to shoulder viewers perceive different rays, creating countless rainbows and a shower that fills space with a network of colored light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Widow Nettie Jackson Dies After Long Illness
Nettie Arrilla Googell Jackson was born October 25 1866 in Wayne County Michigan and died August 10 1936. She married W A Jackson in November 1888 and leaves husband four children Myrtle Struthers Henry Jackson Lillian Good Carrie Roethlisberger sixteen grandchildren six great grandchildren two sisters Nellie Arnold Mary Clow and a host of other relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie
Arrilla Googell
Wayne County
Mich
W. A. Jackson
Myrtle Struthers
Connell, Wash
Henry Jackson
Nellie Arnold
Clare
Mary Clow
Alma
James Edwin Barber, lifelong Michigan resident, dies at 68
James Edwin Barber born March 20 1868 in LaPorte Indiana died August 18 aged 68 years 4 months 28 days. He lived in Coleman and Clare after moving from Michigan with his parents in 1883 and married Louise Kaeracher in 1893. Five children Don Fern Faith Sanford Dale survive along with his wife three grandchildren. He was known for patience and friendly visits when health allowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Edwin Barber
Harriet Anne
LaPorte
Indiana
Michigan
Coleman
Clare
Louise Kaeracher
Don
Flint
Fern Harrison
Los Angeles
Cal
Faith Carrier
Sanford
Detroit
Dale
Barber
Trade insignia adopted by Michigan Press Association
The Michigan Press Association announced a new trade emblem for all member shops. A reduced replica of the masthead emblem will appear on printed matter, signaling quality printing and fair labor conditions. Only accredited printers or publishers in good standing may obtain the emblem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan “Press ‘Association
Newanawers
Clare ‘Sentine] Iss
Typographical Union
Michigan Press Association
Oil News Vernon Field Drillers Reach Depths Near Clare
Drillers on Currie Well No 1 one mile south and three west of Clare reached 780 feet with drive pipe at 518 feet. Irwin No 1 four miles south of Clare operates below 1800 feet as six inch casing is set and inch being pulled. Durnin Well No 5 three and a half miles south of Clare postponed temporarily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Currie
Clare
Irwin No. 1
Durnin
Card of Thanks for floral offerings and pallbearers
The family expresses heartfelt thanks for floral offerings and pallbearers and gratitude to Rev Hendrick and his wife for kindness after the loss of our wife and mother. W A Jackson and Mr and Mrs Struthers Henry Jackson Frank Roethgisher Noah Good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendrick
W. A. Jackson
Thankful notice from Barber family for support after loss
The Barber family expresses sincere gratitude for acts of kindness during the illness and death of their husband and father. They thank friends, neighbors, pall-bearers, Rev. Stanford, and for the floral offerings from all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanford
J. B. Barber
Card of Appreciation for Sympathy Received
We express gratitude for the many calls and letters of sympathy after the death of our sister and brother-in-law Mr and Mrs Haven. Mr and Mrs M R Howlett and children acknowledge the kindness shown to them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Haven
Mra
M. R. Howlett
Thanks for support during illness from friends and church
We express sincere thanks to friends who called on us during our illness. Grateful for the beautiful flowers from Herrick church friends and others. Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Orris Penrose for opening their home. Rev. and Mrs. B. T. Smith Big Rapids, Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herrick Church
Orris Penrose
B. T. Smith
Big Rapids, Mich
Mail Me Monday Message to Local Correspondents
Community readers are urged to mail letters on time for Tuesday print. Writers are asked to include their community name and signature with each letter to ensure publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Wditor
Notice to Public on Plumbing Firm Dissociation
Public notice dated August 26, 1936 from A. H. Howlett Plumbing and Heating Co. states that Mr. Joe Forehand and Forest Palmer are no longer connected with the company. Signed by M. R. Howlett, manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Forehand
Forest Palmer
A. H. Howlett Plumbing and Heating Co
A. HB. Howlett Plumbing and Heating Co
M. R. Howlett
Mer
Notice of General Primary Election in Wise Township
A general primary election will be held in Wise Township on Tuesday September 18 19p6 to nominate candidates for all state district and county offices. Bert Bunting Township Clerk 4512.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise Township
Bert Bunting
Piano for Sale Under Contract Balance Due
Finance company offers piano for sale with a remaining $35.00 balance due on contract. Reclaim agent listed as R. F. Pomeroy at 800 Marsac St. Bay City Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. F. Pomeroy
Marsac St. Bay City, Mich
Dan Hoover Announces Probate Judge Candidacy
Republican candidate Dan Hoover announces run for Judge of Probate in Clare County. He seeks voter support at the September primaries and asks for backing from the electorate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare County
Dan BH
Hoover
Shipping Dates End Livestock Shipping Notice
We have discontinued shipping livestock and wish to thank all who have patronized us in the past. Farmers Ind, Produce Ca.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Ind
Registration Notice for Primary Election Sept 5 1986
City Clerk Alex McKinnon warns that September 5 1986 is the last day to register for the upcoming primary election. Voter registration closes at the city office and residents must submit forms today to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex McKinnon
Clare County Drains Proposed Under WPA Plan
A study argues Clare County has obstructed drains in Freeman Winterfield Grant Arthur and Sherman townships. It urges 1933 reconstruction under WPA to create jobs and cut taxpayer costs, noting Michigan has received 228,990,000 since 1932 and neighboring counties have funded draining projects through New Deal programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Freeman
Winterfield
Grant, Arthur and
Sheridan
Roosevelt
Michigan
Clare County
Gladwin
Isabella
Wise Township voters seek loan for town hall in 1936
Freeholders of Wise township Isabella County urge a 1500 loan to be raised by tax in 1937 for building a town hall. The 1936 petition, dated July 18, lists signers including D Gauthier John Burns W Bergey Erwin Callison W Leosh Gordon Curtis Cyril Letson Calvin Ankney John Bergey Wm Lansing Frank Lamphere Geo Smith Co H Church A B Burton L Hafner John Powers and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise Township
Isabella
Oo. D. Gauthier
John Burns
BE. Bergey
Erwin Callison
W. H. Leosh
Gordon Curtis
Cyril Letson
Calvin Ankney
John Bergey
Lansing
Frank Lamphere
Geo. Smith
H. Church
A. B. Burton L
Hafner
John Powers
Primary Election Notice for Clare City September 15 1936
City of Clare announces a primary election on Tuesday September 15 1936 to nominate candidates for all state district and county offices by all participating parties.
The Word Busses and Omnibuses in Dictionaries
A note on plural forms of bus terms explains that omnibus shortened forms take busses, with omnibuses as the plural. Webster’s dictionaries recognize both plurals, preferring the doubled s to keep the short u sound.
Ice Cream Social at Twin Blue Golf Club Friday
The Farmers Union hosts an ice cream social at Twin Blue Golf Club on Friday evening August 28. Everyone is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Union
Twin Bluie Golf Club
Notable Theft Threats in Correspondence Involving a Dog
A letter from Paul C. Koch warns against theft or poisoning of his dog and offers to purchase poison or provide the dog’s pedigree as needed. The missive questions plans to repeat actions and requests a response about the dog’s status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul C. Koch
Strayed or Stolen Herefords Reported at Cornwell Ranch
Two yearling Herefords and two Hereford calves valued by W C Cornwell Ranch, with a reward offered for their return. Local authorities and ranch staff seek the returned animals and advise contacting the ranch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Cornwell Ranch
Local Club and Lodge Meeting Schedule and Elections
Community notices list upcoming lodge and club meetings in Clare including LOF Rebekah Kiwanis American Legion and Masonic events. Highlights include Labor Day events, a county picnic, agricultural fair, and political conventions in Harrison and Grand Rapids with dates in September. Carl Holbrook serves as organization president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare County
Potter’s Park
Lansing
Carl Holbrook
Alt
Roland Reunion Planned at Wilson State Park
The second Roland réunion will occur at Wilson State Park in Harrison on Labor Day September with a potluck dinner. Organizers include Mrs. Lizzie Roland Carson Bec and Treas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roland
Wilson State Park
Harrison
Lizzie
Roland Carson
Bec
Treas
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tibbils
Mr. Tibbils
Atis
Eagle Church
Dull
Edmond Woods
Columbia
Rolphe Dauphin
St.’ Paul
Thornton W . Burgess
Nettie Jackson
Edwin Barber
M. P.A
Vernon Field
Board of Directors
A. E. Mulder
A. E. Mussell
James Duncan
I. E. Hampton
James S. Bicknell
Win. H. Bicknell
Alfred J. Doherty
Stk
Clare County Drains
City of
LO. O. F. Lodge
Rebekah Lodge
Noble Grand
Clare Kiwanis Club
Doherty
Order of the Hattern
Farwell
American Legion
the Legion .Auxiliary
Clare Public
Masonic Lodge
Clare County Fair
Harrison, Court House
Clare City Hall
Grand Rapids
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!