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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1944
Page
2
Governor Kelly endorsed the 1944 tuberculosis Christmas seal sale opening Monday and running to Christmas. The Michigan Tuberculosis Association highlights a 1908 to 1944 decline in deaths and urges continued support as wartime conditions raise deaths, stressing a healthy populace for victory.
Clare county moves ahead with Bangs disease testing as the Board of Supervisors maintains the program under state law. Since 1941 the infection rate has dropped from 5.3 percent of cattle to 1.4 percent, with 679 herds tested and vaccination advised only under veterinary supervision to avoid confusion.
Mt Vernon Grange hosts a card party and dance at the hall on Friday night December 1. Card playing to begin at 9 00 sharp with proceeds or committee notices appearing in Sentinel glassified columns and a contact by phone 35.
Dr. A B Mitchell commends Clare for aiding a blood plasma clinic. Ninety blood specimens were collected and sixty three plasma units credited to Clare County. Plasma supplies are kept at Clare Hospital and Clinic for adults and pediatric units. Clare Red Cross Chairwoman Mrs. G E Lamb thanks the Past Matrons Club, donors, and all helpers for the Blood Plasma Program's success.
The muskrat trapping season closes in Clare county and the area north of Town Line 16 North on Friday December 15. Any trapper wishing to retain fur more than five days after close must obtain a permit from the Conservation Officer, with applications due by December 20. Those trapping after December 15 face prosecution.
Telephone industry outlines plans to extend rural service using rural carrier systems over power lines and explore microwave options. Involves Bell Labs and REA cooperation with rural electric cooperatives and power companies to expand telephone coverage where lines exist and no service now.
Coldwater hunter weighed in a 100 pound buck as the hunting season in Roscommon county continues. A party of twelve hunters, including four local guides, tracked game in marshes and found tracks in multiple directions. One hunter was warned to hold fire when a deer appeared without legs. they had been tracking eleven hogs. Final contest winners will be announced next week.
The Cassidy family expresses sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for kind acts during their bereavement following the loss of Claudé Cassidy.
Jackson's Meat Market and Hendrie Bros. Market will stop Saturday afternoon deliveries. Local shoppers must adjust pickups and planning for weekend orders as the change takes effect immediately.
The Farwell Woman's Club will hold a rummage and bake sale on Saturday December 9 at the library. Proceeds support local projects and community needs.
Clare freshman Beverly Sowle is one of eighty two students chosen as active members in Studio Theatre. Director Paul Gesenhoff says the group develops dramatic technique and serves as the main source of Theta Alpha Phi, the national drama honor.
City officials announce a mass meeting in Clare to boost the Sixth War Loan drive. Workers will distribute kits and collect bond serial numbers to credit contributors, with dozens of local residents listed as Gallants and campaign organizers in multiple townships.
John I. Paul has become manager of the Flint Motor Truck Branch of the International Harvester Company and assumed duties on Monday, November 27. He previously served seven years with the firm, rising from collector to blackman before this promotion. The Pauls came to Clare in July 1937 from Lake City and will move to Flint once a house is found.
Classified liners from Clare Sentinel advise readers to declutter by selling unneeded items and buying essentials, promoting practical disposal and prudent shopping during the sale season.
Dr Madelene Donnelly of Gladwin spoke Sunday at 10 30 a m worship on tuberculosis noting its decline in ranks from number one to seven and urging public cooperation with exams and medical officials while acknowledging charity funds for financially strapped families.
The Christian Endeavor Rally will be held next Wednesday evening December 6 at 8 00 oclock at the Brown Corners United Brethren Church. All members are asked to attend. Annabel Schunk, Secretary.
At the last meeting the American Legion Auxiliary decided to pack Christmas boxes for service members in the United States. The packing will be Wednesday night December 6 at Legion rooms. Members who can help are asked to attend if possible.
November bowling results show K of C and Masons leagues with win loss records for Masons No 2 16 g K of C No 2 15 Masons No 1 11 13 K of C No 19 18 High series Wisler 514 Beck 468 Sullivan 464 High game Beck 200 Wisler 178 Barber 174 Merchants League results list Schaeffers Clare Alleys Dunlops Clare Hatchery Farmers Pro iu ce Loomis Welders Bank Dover standings and top series Ames 514 Hales 491 top game Ames 198 Wisler 191 Wisler 514 Fisher 210
The Office of Price Administration in Washington stated used passenger car tires will be removed from rationing on Tuesday. Distribution issues made tire availability uneven, and rationing no longer serves a useful purpose, easing burdens on local boards.
City Treasurer Vera B. Peterson announces first tax collection date for 1944 taxes in Clare. Payments begin Friday afternoon December 8 at Citizens State Bank and continue Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays until January 10.
The Cour family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for acts of kindness and floral offerings after the bereavement of husband and father Marcel Cour and the loss of their daughter and granddaughter Geyle Ann Cour.
Libbits Jewelry and Gift Shop will stay open from 9 30 a m to 8 p m each evening with Saturday hours until 10 p m Special prices on diamonds offered.
The Good Literature Club will meet Tuesday evening December 5 at Clare City Hall to participate in Red Cross work. The program requests a $12 contribution.
Appreciation note thanks friends and members for service at a hospital bed benefit party with music and floor show. Event held Tuesday evening at the lodge hall in Glare and Rebekah Lodges.
The Clare county chapter of the American Red Cross holds its annual meeting in the USC rooms Clare on Monday December 4 at 2 00 p m. Annual reports review the chapter s work and officers for the coming year are to be elected. Anyone contributing one dollar or more to the Red Cross this past year is a member and is urged to attend. 812 Mabel IX Horton Sec 7s
The Methodist Church will sponsor its annual Christmas Bazaar and chicken supper at the church parlors. The event is Thursday evening December 7 with serving to start at 6 30. Tickets are $1.00 and on sale at Houghtons Drug Store Kroger Store and The Farmers Produce.
The Sentinel offers limited paper table cloths for public suppers and large gatherings. Individuals and organizations may borrow them while supplies last.
Open for business Saturday December 2 at The Trading Post Neal Joslin proprietor Farwell featuring glassware dishes ovenware kitchen utensils toys auto accessories light hardware and more customers invited to inspect the full site of goods.
Isabella Pomona Grange will meet Gilmore Grange on Wednesday evening December 6. All members are requested to be present. Nina Forbes, Secretary.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sparta and family express sincere gratitude for the cards and flowers sent during their bereavement to all friends and neighbors.
The American Legion Auxiliary announces a rummage sale in the Legion room at Clare city hall on Saturday and Monday December 2 and 4. Donations are welcome and contact names are Mrs. Jas. Clure Mrs. Kyle McKinnon and Mrs. Jas. Gillespie.
Classified lines advertise a five room lakeside furnished cottage in Harrison for reliable people contact Hintest Rhodes at 410 N. Franklin Saginaw or phone 2 6640. Also ad seeks hay buyers paying top price by Harl W Suttlif phone 104 Avarta ot4
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